Antero Reservoir, Colorado Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions
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Antero Reservoir, Colorado Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions
My tips of the week
Look to some of the more shallow water in the old natural lake for Damsels on the move
Fishing Conditions

Fly Fishing Antero Reservoir is currently Excellent

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby:
Royal Gorge Anglers
Angler's Covey
Sunrise Anglers

Water flow: N/A

Visibility: 40 inches

Water temperature at mid-day: 60 Degrees F

Water condition: Clear

Best time of day to fish:

Best stretch: North shoreline

Best access point:

Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:

Callibaetis, Chironomids, Damsels

Fish species: Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Brooke Trout and Splake

Fishing season: Open year round

Nearest airport: Colorado Springs

Antero Reservoir Description

Antero Reservoir is an artificial water reservoir in the South Central part of Colorado, and was created by the first dam placed on the South Platte River in Park County. The Reservoir is owned by Denver Water and supplies drinking water to the greater Denver metro region almost 140 miles away. Fishing wise, this reservoir has been known for quite sometime as a premier trophy Reservoir, with the potential for ...

Techniques & Tips

Static systems with Callibaetis and Damsels on a Intermediate sinking line, slowly stripped

7-Day Forecast

Excellent Callibaetis and Damsel activity


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