This is Colorado’s original fishing record program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories….Applications can be sent to:
| Species | Largemouth Bass |
|---|---|
| Weight | 11.38 |
| Location | Echo Canyon Reservoir (Archuleta County) |
| Angler | Jarrett Edwards |
Is Aurora Reservoir good for fishing?
The best water grows the best fish! Aurora’s reservoirs have some of the best water around and have grown four state record fish: tiger muskie, catfish, smallmouth bass and white sucker. Both Aurora and Quincy Reservoirs are stocked by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
What is the Colorado state record bass?
11 pounds, 6 ounces
The state record largemouth bass is 11 pounds, 6 ounces, caught at Echo Canyon Reservoir by Jarrett Edwards in 1997, and the state record smallmouth was caught at nearby Navajo Reservoir in 1993 by Carl Dewey and was 5 pounds, 12 ounces, and 21 inches.
What kind of fish are in the Aurora Reservoir?
Rainbow trout
Channel catfishYellow perchWalleyeSmallmouth bass
Aurora Reservoir/Fish
Fishing for smallmouth bass, channel catfish, walleye, rainbow trout, yellow perch, tiger muskie and wipers at Aurora Reservoir in Colorado. Over two miles long and a mile-and-a-half wide, Aurora Reservoir offers plenty of close-in water recreation for boating and fishing.
What is the biggest fish caught in Colorado?
The state’s heaviest fish ever reeled in and recorded is a 57-pound grass carp. The monster emerged in 2013 from Cottonwood Park Lake in Lakewood. It was 47 inches long. Weighing in second is the 50-pound lake trout battled in 2007 at Blue Mesa Reservoir in western Colorado.
Can you swim in Aurora Reservoir?
Swimming at Aurora Reservoir is open on Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day in the designated swim beach area marked by a swim line. The beach area is available for picnics, sunbathing and general recreational activities. Grilling is not allowed on the beach.
How far is the trail around Aurora Reservoir?
8 mile
Aurora Reservoir is a 8 mile loop trail located near Aurora, Colorado that features a lake and is good for all skill levels.
What is the biggest fish ever caught in Colorado?
What kind of fish are in Aurora reservoirs?
Aurora’s reservoirs have some of the best water around and have grown four state record fish: tiger muskie, catfish, smallmouth bass and white sucker. Both Aurora and Quincy Reservoirs are stocked by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Do you need a fishing license for Aurora Reservoir?
Both Aurora and Quincy Reservoirs are stocked by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Fishing Licenses: A Colorado Fishing license is required for everyone 16 and older. The reservoirs do not sell fishing licenses; please plan ahead and purchase a license in advance at a local sporting goods store.
What kind of bait can I use at Aurora Reservoir?
Bait: All types of bait can be used at Aurora Reservoir. For live aquatic bait you must have a receipt no more than 7 days old. Handicapped Accessible Fishing Pier: Available at Aurora Reservoir, south side of the upper parking lot. What is a “bag” limit?
Is Aurora Reservoir open all year round?
The reservoir is open year-round from dawn until dusk. (CDOW) 1 of 2 nice ones at Aurora Reservoir this morning. I thought they were smallies b/c I thought that’s all Aurora has – but thanks to those that corrected me lol. …more
