Lower Bear River Reservoir Fishing Overview

Lower Bear River Reservoir in Eldorado National Forest contains rainbow, mackinaw, and brown trout. The lake is known for huge mackinaw, with the lake record being over 30 pounds. An annual trout derby occurs in yearly in June. The reservoir is typically accessible from late April through October, depending on ice and weather.

Species:

Rainbow Trout, Mackinaw, Brown Trout

Stocked Date:

Trout stocked 1 year ago - View Schedule

Geography:

Surface Area: 722 acres

Surface Elevation: 5,818 ft