VANDERBILT LAKE

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FISHING COLORADO

Vanderbilt Lake


April 19, 2024

Vanderbilt Lake is located in the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado. The lake is known for its beautiful scenery and excellent fishing opportunities. Some of the fish species that can be found in Vanderbilt Lake include rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and brook trout.

Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and mountain biking. The lake is also a great spot for picnicking and birdwatching. The best time of year to visit Vanderbilt Lake for fishing is during the summer months, from June to September. The average temperature during this time is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Fishing tips include using small lures or flies and fishing in the early morning or late afternoon when fish are most active.



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

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Area Boat Ramps

TARRYALL ROAD PARK COUNTY
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
WEST 69TH AVENUE 4700, WESTMINSTER
Clear Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIGHTON
Middle South Platte-Cherry Creek Watershed, Colorado
ADAMS COUNTY
Middle South Platte-Cherry Creek Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT #2)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
PINEVIEW RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN, TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
THIRTYNINE MILE ROAD PARK COUNTY
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
FOREST ROAD 96.I PARK COUNTY
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Rafting & Kayaking

WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
BEAVER CREEK TO CHEESEMAN RESERVOIR
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
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
CHEESEMAN DAM TO WIGMAN CLUB
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
PRIVATE LAND TO CONFLUENCE WITH BEAVER CREEK
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
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Converse Softball Complex

Holliday Park

Dutcher Field

Clear Creek Park

Curt Gowdy State Park

South Cheyenne Community Park

Mylar Park

Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Leo Pando Park

Brimmer Park

                                                                                                                       
                                               
PIONEERS, PROSPECTORS, AND PALEONTOLOGISTS
Welcome to Colorado's Pioneers, Prospectors, and Paleontologists National Park, where history, geology, and archaeology converge to create a truly unique experience. This point of interest is located in the southern ...
FFB-GATEWAY TO THE GOLD BELT TOUR
The FFB-Gateway to the Gold Belt Tour in Colorado is a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the state's rich history and natural beauty. This tour takes visitors on a ...
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 ...
HORNBEK HOMESTEAD
The Hornbek Homestead is a historic site in Colorado that offers visitors a glimpse into the lives of early settlers. Located in the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, this homestead ...
FLAT ROCKS OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE

Nearby Campgrounds

Camping Area Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Arkansas Point - Lake Pueblo State Park Numerous 4,939 ft
Cheyenne Mountain State Park 61 5,931 ft
Five Points - Arkansas Headwaters State Rec Area 12 6,084 ft
Lake Creek 11 8,262 ft
Juniper Breaks - Lake Pueblo State Park Numerous 4,915 ft
Northern Plains - Lake Pueblo State Park Numerous 4,939 ft
Oak Creek 15 7,649 ft
Wye 21 9,773 ft
Grape Creek - Temple Canyon Park Numerous 6,160 ft
Turkey Creek Military - Fort Carson Numerous 6,346 ft

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