The Kiowa County Press is an independent newspaper published in Eads, Kiowa County, Colorado, and to the world at KiowaCountyPress.net. Visit the Curecanti Nation Recreation Area's website for the latest details. The reservoir is restricted to artificial flies and lures only. Pueblo Reservoir, As of 4/21/2020, the reservoir is no longer accessible for ice fishing. Lake Little Wolf. This lake is 1,756 acres in size. Horsetooth Reservoir, Arkansas River - Leadville to Buena Vista, As of 11/18/2020, Braden Baker with Ark Anglers writes, "the upper river is in great shape at current flows and will still offer some opportunities over the next couple of weeks for wade fishermen on warmer days. Small grubs, tubes, or spoons tipped with sucker meat, or salmon eggs will produce light bites throughout mid-day. Pueblo Reservoir, As of 11/19/2020, boaters continue to have success trolling for walleye, especially in deep waters. Sitting within Steamboat Lake State Park located just north of Steamboat Springs this 1,060-acre still water offers fantastic fishing for rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout. The agency manages 42 state parks, all of Colorado's wildlife, more than 300 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs. The west dam has been a good area for fly fishermen wishing to fish from shore. This lake is 1,756 acres in size. Rainbow trout fishing is slow but they are moving back into the bays. Blue Mesa Reservoir remains open for hiking and shore fishing opportunities for Gunnison County residents only. In addition, they note that "the boat ramp is closed for the season and will re-open in the spring. It is approximately 93 feet deep at its deepest point. Species you might catch. I finally got up to Banks Lake. The main and Heron Cove boat ramps are currently open. It appears that ice fishing has nearly dissipated from Colorado. KiowaCountyPress.net may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase products or services through links in an article. Walleyes are holding close to the bottom in the deeper areas of the lake. Dumont Lake is a reservoir located just 12.1 miles from Steamboat Springs, in Grand County, in the state of Colorado, United States. They specifically noted eager and aggressive trout at Sandpiper Pond. Fishing conditions are anticipated to stay good while moderate fall weather conditions persist. Brook trout; Brown trout; Tiger trout; Lake information. St. Vrain State Park, As of 10/30/2020, park staff note that "water levels are at a low point, concentrating the fish into a smaller area. As of 11/19/2020, staff at Mancos State Park report that fishing is excellent at Jackson Gulch Reservoir. They anticipate that the low water level will remain low until the spring. In high elevation lakes, such as Antero Reservoir, Lake John, or Steamboat Lake ice is beginning to form on the shores. There is approximately 20 - 30 feet of open water at the shoreline. The agency manages 42 state parks, all of Colorado's wildlife, more than 300 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs. Quincy Reservoir, As of 10/31/2020, The 11 Mile Marina reports that the water level has been dropping for work on the dam. Fly anglers are using their nymphing skills to score fish hiding in deep and slow running waters. Available species are Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Panfish / Bluegill, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Burbot, Lake Whitefish. County locals are encouraged to recreate responsibly, but anyone outside of the county is encouraged to stay home under the current circumstances." Its hard being the bearer of bad news, but it is bad out there! One of the locals’ favorite pastimes in Steamboat is fly fishing the the Yampa River. This means that moderate flows make good wading conditions for adventurous anglers. Trout have also been active on Lake Hasty, directly east of John Martin Reservoir. *Please note: "Chaffee County has restricted tourism and leisure traffic to the county. Anglers have had continued success catching trout, however, there are indications that the bite will be slowing down with dropping temperatures. "Barr Lake, As of 11/16/2020, Spinney Mountain State Park is closed for the season and will reopen sometime in the spring of 2021.Spinney Mountain Reservoir, As of 11/12/2020, it was reported that fishing has been slow at Lon Hagler Reservoir. Park staff note that favorable ice conditions typically develop in … Call the visitor center, (970) 879-3922, for up to date information on lake conditions, open daily 8am-4pm. When fishing, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including Black Bullhead, Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rock Bass, Walleye, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed and. While ice may have begun to form, these water bodies have not made a full transition to stable or safe conditions for ice fishing. However, cooler temperatures look different across the state. The boat ramp and ANS inspection stations will remain open daily 8am to 5pm through November 24, 2020. Keith has been guiding fly fishing trips for over 15 years now and is … The lake is very popular for camping and other recreation and offers opportunities to water ski, jet ski and sail. Snagging kokanee is permitted on Ridgway Reservoir until 12/31/2020. Large baitfish lures work well for pike, and crankbait and spinners for smallmouth bass. Taylor Creek Shop reports that "blue Wings are hatching heavily now and we are seeing a handful of caddis here and there! Anglers enjoy several miles of public access in town casting for rainbow and brown trout. Reviewed October 3, 2020. christylou60, Albuquerque, New Mexico ... We still get frequent reports of fishing success from other visitors. Steamboat Lake, As of 11/19/2020, staff at Mancos State Park report that fishing is excellent at Jackson Gulch Reservoir. While you may still find midge hatches prompting sporadic surface feeding, most of the food in the river will be subsurface for the foreseeable future. To schedule, please call the Visitor Center at 970-883-2208. The East and West boat ramps are currently open and operational. Ridgeway Reservoir. For more information call 303-326-8425. The park is open for day-use activities. The water level is low at 44% capacity and 50' below full pool. Shad, at around 2', are found all throughout the lake. An, https://taylorcreek.com/blogs/colorado-river-report. Water temperature was recently reported to be 49 degrees. Steamboat Lake, one of Colorado's gold medal lakes, is a superb rainbow fishery with a healthy cutthroat population. Some anglers have noted catching walleye from shore along the west side of the dam using jigs and jerk baits. Water temperature was recently recorded at 43 degrees and is expected to continue to fall with winter conditions on the way. The boat ramp closed for the season on October 31st. Hahn’s peak fills the backdrop over this beautiful lake. https://taylorcreek.com/blogs/crystal-river-report/crystal-river-report-... Colorado statewide Labor Day weekend fishing report and conditions – August 30, 2019, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – July 19, 2019, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – 2020 Independence Day weekend edition, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – July 18, 2020, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – November 22, 2020. Meanwhile, the fishing below the reservoir, on the Uncompahgre River, has been reported to be good but high angler pressure can make finding adequate space difficult. Trout were stocked last week and have been active along the shoreline and from the fishing pier. One angler reported they had success trolling with deep diving crankbaits. The river offers a peaceful setting with stunning views and world-class trout. Meanwhile, many lakes at lower elevations remain accessible via boat and have good fishing conditions. As of 4/19/2020, Chatfield Reservoir is experiencing high rates of visitation. Lake John, As of 4/23/2020, park staff reported that fishing on Steamboat Lake has halted to a stop. As of 4/20/2020, "flows rose slightly last week as the Twin Lakes release was increased to 100 cfs. "Barr Lake, As of 4/23/2020, Eleven Mile Reservoir is reported to be completely melted and the water is completely open. Body Lake is open for boating, the ANS station is open daily from 7am to 7pm.Boyd Lake, As of 4/23/2020, North Sterling Reservoir has been slow. For more information call 303-326-8424. With the cooler temperatures, your best window during the day will probably be between 10am and 3pm, particularly in areas that receive ample sunlight." Cherry Creek Reservoir, As of 4/20/2020, trout fishing has been fair while using spoons and spinners. With the availability of food, low flows and ideal water temperatures, you'll find fish are able to spread out and occupy much of the river, in stark contrast to the isolated holding areas you'll see in the winter months. The Yampa is fishing well at the Tailwater and Sarvis sections. Most fish can be found in the deeper waters, therefore, anglers will need to get their nymphs deep within the water column to meet fish where they are holding up. Anglers should look to lower elevation bodies of waters until the ice becomes thick enough for safe ice fishing conditions. They suggest anglers consider the following flies: NYMPHS: Copper John #18-20, Tung Pheasant Tail #18-20, Prince Nymph #16-18, Jerome Baetis #18-20, JuJu Baetis #18-22, Neon Nightmare #20-22, Bead Wing Midge #20-22, Medallion Midge #20-22, San Juan Worm #10, Cat Poop #8-12. While walleye action has been fairly there have been a few good reports of anglers using jigs in 25-35' of water. NYMPHS: Prince #16-18, BLMs #18-20, San Juan Worm #10, Tung Bead Baetis #18-20, Biot Baetis #18-20, RS2s #20, Polywing Emerger #18-20, Imposters #20-22, Assassins #20-22, Freestone Emerger #20, Biot Midge #20-22, Copper John Red #14-18, San Juan Worm #10. Nearby creeks have begun to open up and may be fishable, however, accessing creeks may be difficult with persistent snow accumulations. Fly fishermen are reporting fair to good success attracting trout. It is approximately 93 feet deep at its deepest point. Streamers and nymphs have been deadly, and if you can find some soft water midday, you'll find some risers here and there. Flows at Granite have stabilized at 200 cfs and should remain near this level through the end of April. Eleven Mile Reservoir St. Vrain Stat… If those times won’t work for you, 12:00AM to 12:00AM looks promising. Few reports have indicated the fishing conditions in the newly opened water. Remember to adjust these times based on barometric pressure, and weather changes. One angler suggested that anglers should arrive before dusk to get a shoreline spot. Water temperature measurements have been approximately 49 degrees throughout the lake. There are some reports of anglers having success with Walleye and Trout.Chatfield Reservoir, As of 4/23/2020, reports indicate that there has been high visitation rates at the park and many boats on the water. Water level was recently reported to be dropping. By Dave Graybill . Meanwhile, action is spotty among northern pike. The shoulder season gives fly fishers the opportunity to target rising fish with dry flies where hatches of Blue Winged Olive, Midges, March Brown, and Mother's Day Caddis are occurring. And the fun doesn't stop when the … Dress warmly and good luck! 19,914 were here. When this happens visitors that walk in will not be permitted in Quincy. As of 4/23/2020, the National Park Service notes that Blue Mesa Reservoir remains closed to boating until at least April 30th. The lake was very busy with 20+ boat fishing around Steamboat. When fishing, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including Black Bullhead, Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rock Bass, Walleye, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed and. The Navajo Lake State Park in New Mexico is currently closed until April 30th. Steamboat Lake, As of 4/21/2020, there has been good fishing opportunities on the Colorado River, including dry fly action. Park Hours: 6:00am-8:30pm. The opening of boat season in many lakes across the state adds expanded opportunities for anglers to attract fish as well. This lake is managed as a wild brown trout egg source for the entire state, providing a million plus eggs each year. Fish can be found in the late mornings in 6'-8' of water. This lake is actually a reservoir, created in 1967-68, and covers about 1050 acres.This stillwater offers not just great fishing, but also terrific camping, scenery, and plenty of other activities in any season. Flows: 100 CFS at Hayden Meadows, 210 CFS at Granite (4/20/2020) http://www.arkanglers.com/Arkansas River - Leadville to Buena Vista, Information provided by Braden Baker with Ark Anglers. MARKET REPORT 2020 Mid-Year MARKET OVERVIEW. Temperatures have remained in the 70's and 80's throughout the daytime but can drop into the 20' and 30's overnight, likely explaining recent cooler water temperature readings. The harm the mussels deal to other species in reservoirs also worsens the quality of fishing … Fishing at Steamboat Lake, Colorado Steamboat lake is a Colorado State Park, so it will cost you five bucks to get in (per carload, per day), or have your State Parks Pass. Whether you’re spinning, baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. Park staff note that the following locations are opening for fishing access: Coyote Ridge, North Shore Main area by the marina, Stoll Mountain, Cross Creek Day Use, Sucker's Cove Day Use, and Witcher's Cove Day Use. Meanwhile, ponds that hold warmer water specifies have begun to experience increased fishing action. Following really cold nights, the upper reaches may not warm up enough to be productive, and as fish are beginning to migrate towards their wintering areas, even the warmest days may be challenging as fish will not be evenly dispersed throughout the corridor. What you need to know about fishing Steamboat Lake. July 30, 2020 at 7:07 am #1961533 This time of year the bigger gills will be sitting near the bottom. Prices, when displayed, are accurate at the time of publication but may change over time. The increase of dry fly action may be fun but should not overshadow nymphing as the best way to attract fish in early spring. Inlet Bay and Satanka ramps are closed for the season. KiowaCountyPress.net may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase products or services through links in an article. During this time of year, fish can be found in Spawn patterns. Anglers have been particularly successful catching trout using green and yellow PowerBait and nightcrawlers. There is a lot of activity among rainbow trout, typically between 12"-14", and yellow perch. An angler described having success among trout. However, he soon learned that the summers provided more activities and quickly picked up fly fishing. Recent water temperature measurements have been recorded between 55-59 degrees. Park Hours 6:00am-8:30pm. An, https://www.11milesports.com/fishing-report, https://www.fishingwithbernie.com/weekly-fishing-reports, Colorado statewide Labor Day weekend fishing report and conditions – August 30, 2019, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – July 19, 2019, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – 2020 Independence Day weekend edition, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – July 18, 2020, Colorado statewide fishing report and conditions – April 25, 2020. Steamboat Lake, Colorado fishing report, rainbow trout fly fishing forecast, fishing season updates, fly shop and fishing guides, and fly-fishing weather. Slow moving suspending baits may prompt a hit. Conditions Report - Southwest Colorado. Fishing is expected to heat up by early to middle May. The lake is closed to boats for the remainder of the season and it is anticipated that the lake will begin to ice over in the coming weeks. Water clarity has also been reported to be fair, in some areas visibility of about 2-3 feet. The folks at Taylor Creek Fly Shop note that "things are looking up on the Crystal River, with the recent warm up we've seen ice go away and our favorite spots opening up again. For November, the park is open daily 6:30am-6:00pm. Jackson Gulch Reservoir, As of 4/23/2022, park staff report that anglers have had success catching rainbow trout from the shore. Fisherman's Flats road is closed due to excessive mud. Fishing for Walleye, Bass, and Blue Gill remains fair while we wait for air and water temperatures rise. Steamboat is located in Cass County, Minnesota. Highline Lake. Lake levels are very low, and fishing is excellent at this time. Boating is currently open on the lake. The lake is 490 acres in size, has a … Anglers should consider using standard baits under a float, such as PowerBait, night crawlers, waxworms, and mealworms for bot trout and perch. The reservoir remains closed to boating and there is no date set for opening the reservoir to boating. Most trout are being caught in shallow water. Steamboat is located in Cass County, Minnesota. The water level on the Gunnison River near the town of Gunnison has been flowing near average, recent flows have been recorded at 267 CFS.Gunnison River, As of 11/7/2020, park staff report that "as the water temperature drops, fishing has slowed down. Note: Data from Colorado Parks & Wildlife information. Jackson Gulch Reservoir, As of 11/19/2020, winter fishing conditions have rolled into several parts of the Gunnison. Shore anglers have been able to have limited success bringing in Walleye, Crappie, and the rare Drum. Marker Location Current Flow (ft/sec) Current Temperature (F) 1: Yampa River Public - Steamboat Springs: 100: 32: Fishing Report: 2: Yampa River Public - Stagecoach Tailwater The low, clear water can make fish spooky, so approach with caution and be thoughtful in your presentations. https://www.11milesports.com/fishing-report Eleven Mile State ParkEleven Mile Reservoir, As of 11/13/2020, anglers have described slowing fishing conditions at Boyd Lake. Eleven Mile Reservoir, As of 4/24/2020, the ponds at St. Vrain State Park have begun to experience a transition. Navajo Lake, As of 4/23/2020, the Jackson Gulch Reservoir at Manchos State Park has completely melted and fishing is currently available from shore only. Obviously the higher in elevation you explore, the more ice and snow you'll encounter, so pick your battles. Trout fishing from shore continues to be slow to fair with a few good reports of anglers using power bait. Rivers and streams have appeared to be stabilizing into their winter form. There are several access points around the lake - pick the parts where motorized craft aren't allowed. Visitors are strongly encourage to retain appropriate social distancing. Restricted to electric motors only and portable gas tanks must be removed. The reservoir remains closed to boating and there is no date set for opening the reservoir to boating. Flows: 320 CFS at Helca Junction (11/19/2020) http://www.arkanglers.com/Arkansas River - Buena Vista to Salida, As of 11/5/2020, the east and west boat ramps have been closed for the season until March 15th, 2021. Fall is a great time for hooking trout in the ponds at St. Vrain State Park. Antero Reservoir, As of 11/14/2020, there is currently good fishing at the ponds in St. Vrain State Park. Welcome to Steamboat Fishing Adventures. I have had some great reports on the walleye fishing, and I am a big fan of fishing for smallmouth bass on the big impoundment. NW Colorado Fly Fishing Reports Yampa and Elk Rivers December 21st, 2020. Town and Chuck Lewis are pretty much frozen with a bit of open water down stream of Rabbit Ears Motel and near the hot springs at 13th street. Despite what has been going on globally during the first half of 2020, the Steamboat Springs and Routt County real estate market has remained strong. However, shorelines have not opened up enough to usher in any open water fishing opportunities. There are some reports of Smallmouth Bass being caught from the dam using jigs. The upper basin sees less angling traffic in the spring because of this. Jackson Gulch Reservoir. Cherry Creek Reservoir, As of 11/16/2020, Quincy Reservoir is closed for the season. The water level was reported as good with a temperature reading at 44 degrees. There still remains small areas of open water, however the far majority of the reservoir is covered with ice. Shore fishing has been best in the morning and evening hours. Several reports suggest that water temperature has been consistent at 52 to 53 degrees. Despite many anglers on the shore or the water, fishing has been reported to be slow. Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487 ©2020 Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp ©2020 Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp Here are the 2020 ice fishing … (Valerie Mosley, Special to the Colorado Sun) Cherry Creek Reservoir, another lake managed by state Parks and Wildlife, had a bloom earlier this summer that temporarily closed the beach. Anglers will find the best fishing mid-morning to early afternoon." It is scheduled to reopen March 1st, 2021. Strikes can be subtle with the lower flows, so bring your A-game!" There have been no reports of fishing conditions in the newly opened water around the shores of Vega Reservoir. Most often, anglers should continue to focus on subsurface flies. Established areas for walking, biking, and fishing remain open to the public. Many of these high elevation lakes have closed to boating and are only accessible to anglers by shore fishing, only where water remains open. Though midges are still the most available food above Buena Vista, we are getting some reports of good blue winged olive activity in the afternoons, which should get more consistent as we progress through April. Park staff note that the following locations are opening for fishing access: Coyote Ridge, North Shore Main area by the marina, Stoll Mountain, Cross Creek Day Use, Sucker's Cove Day Use, and Witcher's Cove Day Use. The remaining four year old kokanee are in full spawn and are not feeding." "Lake Navajo, As of 11/1/2020, the staff at Ridgway Reservoir report that fishing has been slow. Kiowa County Press - 1208 Maine Street, Eads, Colorado 81036. See the county's website for more information before planning your fishing trip. While there may be many high elevation lakes still frozen over, the majority of popular ice fishing lakes are have transitioned to open water fishing. While ice does remain on the lake, thawing shorelines has made the rest of the lake inaccessible at this time. A few reports of large mouth bass being caught using soft plastics. Water temperatures remain between 47 and 48 degrees and the reservoir is full. Practice social distancing and stay safe! For the month of November, the east ramp is open for ANS inspections 6:00 am-6:00 pm. A species of primary concern is the quagga mussel, which can cause costly and long-lasting damage to boat engines and water treatment plants.In the Great Lakes, for example, the mussels have caused an estimated $5 million each year in damages by clogging industrial water pipes and harming ecosystems.. The boat ramp is scheduled to open on May 1st, however, the reservoir is currently open to hand launched and other ANS exempt watercrafts. Meanwhile, spring has brought some activity (slowly in some areas) among warm water species such as walleye, crappie, and bass. The reservoir is free of any ice. The ramp at Colorado's Navajo Lake State Park will be operational Monday - Thursday: 7am - 5pm, and Friday - Sunday: 7am to 6pm. Blue Mesa Reservoir is located within Curecanti National Recreation Area. Docks have been removed and anglers are limited to shore fishing only. The ANS station is open daily from 8am to 4pm.North Sterling Reservoir, As of 4/21/2020, Spinney Mountain Reservoir has completely transitioned to open water, however, it remains closed to both boating and fishing. No boats, paddleboards, kayaks, or canoes are allowed on Highline Lake until March 1st, 2021, or when lake conditions permit. The unstable ice conditions make the reservoir currently unfit for ice fishing. For the most up-to-date conditions for Cherry Creek Reservoir, please contact park staff by calling 303-690-1166. Commissions do not influence editorial independence. Casting spinners early in the morning and the last couple hours of daylight may produce some hits. Ridgway Reservoir, As of 11/19/2020, fishing was reported to be good at Highline Lake. Kiowa County Press - 1208 Maine Street, Eads, Colorado 81036. Steamboat Lake. The boat ramp has closed as of November 1st. As of November 1st, the lake is closed to all vessels, including hand launched and paddle sport watercrafts. The reservoir is open to boating from the Elks ramp near the north entrance of the park. Fish have migrated to their usual winter lies such as deep, slow runs and pools where they can retreat to safety, but will actively feed out in the runs and riffles when food is available. On bright and sunny days, fly anglers should keep an eye out for occasional midge hatches for some late season dry fly action. If you can locate a pod of fish in or near some of the deeper winter runs, it's likely you'll find a concentrated population holding together with a lot of vacant water upstream and downstream. Copyright © 2002-2020. An angler did report catching a few small trout on a combination of PowerBait and salmon eggs while fishing from shore. PowerBait, worms, and spinners have been successful in landing some nice Rainbows and Cutthroats in the 12-18 inch rangeVega Reservoir, As of 11/11/2020, the water at all three lakes remain open and free of ice. in #16-18). Steamboat Lake is a body of water in MN (Cass, Hubbard). Although the majority of yellow perch are small, anglers are periodically hooking large perch as well. One angler noted that they had success pulling in walleye while fishing from shore. As of 4/20/2020. Lake Pueblo boat ramps are open with inspection hours 5am-12am and decontamination hours 8am-7pm. As of 11/16/2020, the public dock is completely out of the water due to low water level. A few brook trout may be found in the lake as they come in from the tributaries. Eleven Mile Reservoir As of 4/23/2020, Eleven Mile Reservoir is reported to be completely melted and the water is completely open. They suggest anglers consider the following flies: DRIES: Pearl and Elk Caddis #14-18, Lawson's EZ Caddis #16-18, Parachute Adams #18-20, Red or Yellow Humpy #16-18, CDC Transitional Midge #20-22, Griffiths Gnat #18-22, Sprout Midge #20-22, HOH Spent Midge #20-22, Hatching Midge #20-22. The Visitor Center is open from 8am to 3:30 pm daily. Larimer County notes that the South Bay ramp is open "Oct. 17: 8 am- 4 pm, 7 days a week; closed Thanksgiving Day, November 26." Commissions do not influence editorial independence. Expect fish to still be near winter water, but definitely moving out to occupy pockets and riffles as food is available there. Anglers have continued to fish from shore and have had success pulling in trout. Most notably, boating season opens up the opportunity to begin trolling deeper waters and accessing the entire lake in search of hungry fish. Your window of opportunity will be limited to 10am to 3pm for the foreseeable future, and feeding fish will tend to locate themselves in the riffles and runs close to the deeper runs/pools of winter and will be active during the warmest hours of the day when food is available. Steamboat Lake State Park: Beautiful but awful fishing - See 150 traveler reviews, 64 candid photos, and great deals for Clark, CO, at Tripadvisor. Fishing Steamboat Lake, CO on 11/7/2020 will be best from 12:00AM through 12:00AM, and from 12:00AM to 12:00AM. Unlike Highline, anglers have been reporting poor fishing conditions at nearby Mack Mesa Lake. A small ice fishing jig tipped with bait about 4' under a float has also been effective. Meanwhile anglers have had the most success catching trout from shore with bait under a float, specifically PowerBait and night crawlers. John Martin Reservoir, As expected, statewide conditions are generally cooling. Because the difference in temperature, we typically see more opportunities further south near Salida through the winter months." As of 4/23/2020, Braden notes that "we've got some nice, mild weather in the forecast for this week, which should continue to prompt great mayfly hatches in the afternoons. The park will be closed November 26th. It was noted that the reservoir was being replenished with incoming water through the inlet which typically improves fishing conditions at the reservoir.Lon Hagler Reservoir, As of 11/13/2020, an angler noted having some success pulling in smallmouth bass at Horsetooth Reservoir. 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