Guide To Fishing At Ridgway Reservoir

What to fish for...

Fishing for smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, brown trout, splake trout, kokanee salmon, green sunfish and yellow perch at Ridgway Reservoir in Colorado.

Showing off the beauty of Colorado outdoors, Ridgway Reservoir offers great fishing for trout, salmon and smallmouth bass. The lake level often varies, and the size of the lake can exceed 1,000 surface acres when full. Other ways to enjoy this vacation paradise include hiking, boating, picnicking and camping.

Fish Species in Ridgway Reservoir, CO

Ridgway Reservoir Amenities

Marina: Docks
Boat Rentals: NEARBY
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Concessions: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Ridgway State Park Visitors Center
Rentals: Pontoon boats
970 626-5822

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Ridgway Reservoir Boat Launch Ramp
This is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking. It is located mid lake on the east side of the lake

Click here for a Colorado fishing license.

Closest Campgrounds & RV Parks

Elk Ridge Campground - 970 626-5822

Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Campground - 303) 470-1144

Dakota Terraces Campground

Ridgway Reservoir CO Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Ridgway Reservoir
Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Park Office
28555 Highway 550
Ridgway, CO, 81432
970 626-5822

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