Lake/Pond/Reservoir

Location: Road Canyon Reservoir

Elevation: 9270

Commonly Caught Species: Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout

Stocked?: Yes

Suggested Bait: Flies, lures, and live bait

Restrictions: Must have Colorado Fishing License to fish.

Fishing Method: Flyfishing, Boat, Spin Fishing, Ice Fishing

Seasonal Accessibility: Year-round

Seasonal Accessibility Notes: Usually ice-free from May 15 through November 15

Access: Car (4x4 not required)

Driving Directions: Directions from Creede: Travel southwest on Colorado Highway 149 for 20.1 miles, to the intersection of Colorado Highway 149 and Forest Road #520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road), then 5 miles west on Road #520 to the ramp area.

Forest Service Info:: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/riogrande/recreation/fishing/recarea/?recid=29160&actid=42

The boating site consists of a small concrete ramp, restroom, parking for trucks and trailers about 1/2 way up the length of the reservoir. This lake is regularly stocked with catchable rainbow trout and also supports a natural population of Brook Trout. A small, free campground is located at the head of the reservoir.