Dillon Reservoir

Tucked into Colorado, United States, Dillon Reservoir is a reservoir that fishes differently season to season. Spring brings fish into the shallows to spawn or feed on early baitfish; midsummer pushes them to cooler, deeper water; autumn turns them aggressive again as they pack on weight before winter. Anglers planning a trip to Dillon Reservoir should check water temperature and recent weather — a sudden cold front can shut a reservoir like this down for a day.

Location

39.6000, -106.0510 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutBrown troutKokanee salmonWhite suckerArctic charBrook trout

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

• For Kokanee salmon

  Use a dodger ahead of your lure to add flash and vibration, attracting kokanee from a distance.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Dillon Reservoir.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Dillon Reservoir, make sure your licence covers Colorado, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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