Fishing Gross Reservoir
Popular Fish Species Gross Reservoir, CO
Rainbow Trout Fishing
This year, fishing for rainbow trout in Gross Reservoir continues to be on the rise. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.
Brown Trout Fishing
Currently, fishing for brown trout in Gross Reservoir, CO is delivering some nice catches. These hearty fighters migrate around the lake in search of baitfish and comfortable water temperatures, preferably in the 50 to 62 degree range. In spring brown trout, along with the baitfish, move to the shallows which warms first. As the days get warmer in summer they move deeper, again following schools of bait. As Fall and Winter arrive, browns tend to stay in deeper water. When these trout move deep, it is typically in the 20- to 45-foot range. Nightcrawlers are always a good bait for brown trout. In-line spinners, bait-colored crankbaits and small spoons are other options. Experiment with depth and retrieve speed. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.
Kokanee Salmon Fishing
Sockeye salmon which remain landlocked, never migrating to the ocean, are called kokanee salmon. On-going stocking of kokanee salmon by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife helps to maintain a nice population for the fishery. Typically kokanee average one to two pounds. As one of the premiere kokanee fishing lakes in Colorado, Gross Reservoir delivers plenty of fish above normal averages. These tasty fish school in lakes at depths which remain at ideal temperatures of between 48 and 58 degrees. Once this depth is identified, use a fish finder to locate schools. Use small lures trolled at the appropriate depth. The can also be caught using corn, but the main way they are caught is using flashy lures which they attack when the lure intrudes their space. In winter, once the ice is safe, try ice fishing for kokanee.
Gross Reservoir Fishing Video
Fish species to fish for...
Guide to fishing for Hofer strain rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, tiger trout, kokanee salmon and tiger muskie at Gross Reservoir in Colorado.
With 440 surface acres, Gross Reservoir is reserved for car-topper boats only - no motors allowed. No boat trailers allowed. Good fishing is available during spring and summer. And when the ice conditions are right, there is decent ice fishing in winter. Anglers can fish for trout, salmon and muskie, at numerous locations around the lake with access to the shore for fishing from the bank.
Fishing report for Gross Reservoir
Fish Species in Gross Reservoir, CO
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Gross Reservoir Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rentals: NEARBY
Boat Launch Ramp: NO
Campgrounds: Limited access
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Concessions: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Gross Reservoir Boat Launch
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, this is a primitive launch area with limited parking.
Fishing Guides On Gross Reservoir
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Fishing License
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Closest Campgrounds & RV Parks
Gross Reservoir Campground - 970 295-6600
Gross Reservoir CO Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Gross Reservoir
Denver Water
303-634-3641
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Gross Reservoir in CO.
COLORADO
Trout, muskie and salmon fishing in central CO.
