Gunnison County, CO
Blue Mesa Reservoir is an artificial 9,180-acre water body. It is the largest lake located entirely within the state of Colorado. Well-known because of its good conditions for lake trout and kokanee salmon fishing, the reservoir attracts a lot of anglers.
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Brook trout
Brown trout
Cutthroat trout
Kokanee Salmon
Lake trout
Rainbow trout
Yellow perchThere is no bag and posession limit for lake trout at Blue Mesa Reservoir. Only 1 trout larger than 32 inches can be taken per day.
The bag limit for kokanee salmon here is 5 fish with possession limit of 10 fish.
Snagging for kokanee salmon is permitted from November 1 to December 31.
Only portable ice fishing shelters are allowed here.
Regulations vary by location. Check the rules for your fish to stay informed and prepared for fishing.
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