Colorado Trout Reservoirs
Paul fishes South Park's reservoirs 4–5 days a week. Here's the honest rundown on conditions, access, and what's working at each body of water.
9,696 ft
Gold Medal • Year-round trophy troutSpinney Mountain Reservoir
Paul's home water — trophy rainbows at 80ft
A Gold Medal fishery surrounded by South Park's wide-open skies. Spinney holds trophy rainbows and browns year-round. Paul trolls here more than anywhere else.
8,663 ft
3,400 acres • Trophy pike & troutEleven Mile Reservoir
Bigger water, bigger fish, incredible scenery
Colorado's most productive reservoir for pike and trout. At 3,400 acres there's room to spread out. Paul runs his full 4-rod spread here on calm mornings.
8,998 ft
⚠️ Draining — reduced access 2026–2027Antero Reservoir
Draining 2026 — fish Spinney or Eleven Mile instead
Antero is being drained for dam rehabilitation starting spring 2026. Expect significantly reduced access and fish counts through at least 2027.