THURSTON RESERVOIR

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 2, 2024

Thurston Reservoir is located in Northern Colorado and is known for its variety of fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, yellow perch, and largemouth bass. Nearby activities include camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using lures and bait that mimic the natural food sources found in the lake. The best time to visit is during the summer months when temperatures average around 80°F. However, fall and spring can also be good times to fish as the weather is cooler and the fish are more active.

Featured Fish - Apache Trout

iving in lakes and streams, this fish will eat insects, invertebrates and small minnows. They are typically targeted using very light spinning or fly tackle using nymphs, wet or dry flies, worms or salmon eggs. These fish may also strike small spinner baits or spoons but some areas where these fish can be found have enacted policies where anglers may only use artificial lures so check all regulations before targeting these fish. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The body coloration is golden-yellow or olive yellow, with a golden belly, and Parr marks (vertical bars) can be seen on juveniles, but these marks typically disappear in larger individuals. Spots can be seen in an even distribution of pronounced, moderate-sized, rounded or oval black spots on the sides of the body and on top of the head. These spots may sometimes extend below the lateral line and onto the dorsal and caudal fins. The top of the Apache trout’s head and back is typically dark olive to brown and a black stripe appears to go through each eye because of the presence of two small black dots on either side of the pupil. Below the lower jaw, there is a dash of color that will range from yellow to darker gold. The dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins are tipped with a white to orange color and the adipose fin is usually bordered with a black margin.

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WEATHER TODAY

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Windspeed

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Humidity

Hourly Forecast
Next 5 Days

Long Term Forecast
Next 16 Days

Streamflow Levels

58

Cubic Feet Per Second

45

Cubic Feet Per Second

7

Cubic Feet Per Second

41

Cubic Feet Per Second

4

Cubic Feet Per Second

2

Cubic Feet Per Second

56

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Black Mesa State Park

Black Mesa State Park

Black Mesa State Park is located in the northwestern corner of Oklahoma and is known for its unique geography and outdoor recreational opportunities. The park covers over 1,600 acres and is home to the highest point in Oklahoma, Black Mesa, which rises to an elevation of 4,973 feet. One of the top reasons to visit Black Mesa State Park is for hiking and wildlife viewing. The park has several trails that showcase the area's natural beauty, including the Black Mesa Summit Trail, which leads visitors to the top of Black Mesa for stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The park ...