THUNDERBIRD LAKE

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • COLORADO

Thunderbird Lake


April 18, 2024

Thunderbird Lake is located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado. It is a popular fishing spot for anglers seeking rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout. The lake is stocked regularly, making it a great place for beginners or experienced anglers alike. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Some fishing tips include using small spinners or flies and casting towards the shoreline. The best time to visit is between late spring and early fall when the weather is mild and the fish are most active. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-60s to mid-70s.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Brook Trout
Image Alt Brown Trout
Image Alt Rainbow Trout

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Skaguay Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Northern Pike • Rainbow Trout

Mason Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout

Brush Hollow Reservoir

Apache Trout • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Rainbow Trout

Quail Lake

Apache Trout • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Rainbow Trout

Crystal Creek Reservoir

Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Northern Pike • Rainbow Trout

Pikeview Reservoir

Blue Catfish • Common Carp • Kelp Bass • Northern Pike

Rosemont Reservoir

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

Teller Reservoir

Apache Trout • Bluegill • Brown Trout • Green Sunfish

McReynolds Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout

North Catamount Reservoir

Apache Trout • Northern Pike • Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

CR 6 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT #2)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIGHTON
Middle South Platte-Cherry Creek Watershed, Colorado
CHAMBERS LAKE BOATING SITE
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BOAT LAUNCH GRAND LAKE
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
ADAMS COUNTY
Middle South Platte-Cherry Creek Watershed, Colorado
WEST 69TH AVENUE 4700, WESTMINSTER
Clear Watershed, Colorado

Rafting & Kayaking

EAST FORK ARKANSAS RIVER
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CHEESEMAN DAM TO WIGMAN CLUB
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
BEAVER CREEK TO CHEESEMAN RESERVOIR
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
END OF FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD TO PEARL CREEK IN SE 1/4 SEC 21, T10N, R74W
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Converse Softball Complex

Mylar Park

Bamforth National Wildlife Refuge

Leo Pando Park

Holliday Park

Curt Gowdy State Park

Brimmer Park

Dutcher Field

South Cheyenne Community Park

                                                                                                                        
                                               
FALL RIVER VISITOR CENTER
The Fall River Visitor Center in Colorado is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Located in Rocky Mountain National Park, the center offers a wealth of ...
PAWNEE OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
MORAINE PARK DISCOVERY CENTER
The Moraine Park Discovery Center is one of the must-visit points of interest for tourists in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. This educational center offers visitors the opportunity to learn ...
FLAT ROCKS OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
ALPINE VISITOR CENTER
The Alpine Visitor Center is a popular point of interest located in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. The center sits at an elevation of 11,796 feet and offers breathtaking panoramic ...
BEAVER MEADOWS VISITOR CENTER
The Beaver Meadows Visitor Center is a must-see point of interest in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. This award-winning visitor center offers informative exhibits, interactive displays, and a wide range ...
KENOSHA WILDLIFE VIEWING OBSERVATION SITE

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