VALLECITO RESERVOIR

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FISHING COLORADO

Vallecito Reservoir


April 26, 2024

Vallecito Reservoir is a popular fishing destination located in southwestern Colorado. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, and northern pike. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, boating, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using worms, power bait, and lures such as spinners and jigs. The best time to visit is in the summer months when the temperatures range from 60-80°F. However, fall fishing is also popular when the foliage is changing and the fish are more active.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Atlantic Salmon
Image Alt Brown Trout
Image Alt Northern Pike
Image Alt Rainbow Trout

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Area Boat Ramps

R 982 ARCHULETA COUNTY
Upper San Juan Watershed, Colorado
CR 243 LA PLATA COUNTY
Animas Watershed, Colorado
CR 11 HINSDALE COUNTY
Rio Grande headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CUTTER LAKE ACCESS ROAD SAN JUAN COUNTY
Blanco Canyon Watershed, New-Mexico
CR 10 HINSDALE COUNTY
Rio Grande headwaters Watershed, Colorado
DEEP CREEK
San Miguel Watershed, Colorado
DOWN VALLEY PARK
San Miguel Watershed, Colorado
RITO HONDO RESERVOIR BOATING SITE
Rio Grande headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CADDIS FLATS
San Miguel Watershed, Colorado
SPECIE CREEK
San Miguel Watershed, Colorado

Rafting & Kayaking

BEAVER LAKE TO SWEET JESSUP HEADGATE
Roaring Fork Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Eagle Watershed, Colorado
DEEP CREEK SEGMENT 3
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
SHOSHONE POWER PLANT TO NF BOUNDARY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
1/4 MILE BELOW HEADWATERS TO DEEP CREEK DIVERSION DITCH
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS AT DEEP LAKE OUTLET TO 1/4 MILE DOWNSTREAM
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
DEEP CREEK DIVERSION DITCH TO BLM/PRIVATE LAND BOUNDARY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
DEEP CREEK SEGMENT 2B
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
NF BOUNDARY TO EAST END OF GLENWOOD CANYON
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 7
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Sweitzer Lake State Park

Olathe Community Park

Grand Mesa National Forest

Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area

Wilderness West Elk

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Confluence Park

Curecanti National Recreation Area

Rainbow Meadows

Centennial Plaza

                                                                                                                       
                                               
CAPITOL CITY CEMETARY
The Capitol City Cemetery is located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado and is known for its historical significance and unique layout. Established in the late 1800s, the cemetery ...
ENGINEER PASS
The Engineer Pass is a 12,800 ft mountain pass in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado, connecting the towns of Silverton and Lake City. It is a popular destination for ...
LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL OVERLOOK
The Lake San Cristobal Overlook is located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the picturesque Lake San Cristobal. Visitors can access ...
TRAM SITE
The Tram Site, located in the San Miguel watershed of Colorado, is a historic mining site that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the area's mining history. The site consists ...
WHITMORE FALLS OVERLOOK
Whitmore Falls Overlook is a popular tourist destination located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado. The overlook is situated along the Kebler Pass Road which offers a scenic drive ...
ROSES CABIN
Located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado, the Roses Cabin is a historic cabin that offers a unique and remote wilderness experience for visitors. The cabin is situated in ...
UNCOMPAHGRE OVERLOOK
The Uncompahgre Overlook is a beautiful scenic viewpoint located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado. The overlook is situated at an elevation of 11,312 feet, providing visitors with a ...
ROSE LIME KILN
The Rose Lime Kiln is a historic site located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado. This site was once used to produce lime during the late 1800s and early ...
CAPITOL CITY TOWNSITE
Capitol City is an abandoned mining town located in the upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado. The townsite was established in the late 1870s and was home to several mines, including ...
BURROWS PARK INTERPRETIVE SITE
Burrows Park Interpretive Site is a popular tourist destination located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado. The site is known for its beautiful scenery, wildlife, and educational opportunities. The ...

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