Fishing at De Remer Lakes, Weld County, Colorado

• Overview

  De Remer Lakes lies in Weld County, in Colorado. What surrounds it is farm and woodlot. The water measures roughly 13 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. Ground here is low by Colorado standards. Keenesburg lies 3 miles from the water. Hudson is 4 miles and Lochbuie 9.6 miles. The nearest edge is a long way off, so local rules apply throughout.

• Where to Fish on De Remer Lakes

  Our records hold no depth for this water. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Records held for Weld County cover white sucker, common carp, green sunfish, longnose sucker and bluegill. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. De Remer Lakes fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 74°F and January near 27°F. Most months fish reasonably, given the right weather. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Plan around that when you fish De Remer Lakes.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. For the carp, bait a margin spot and sit on it; corn and bread still work. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Should this one be busy, Deremer Lake Number 10 is 0.2 miles off. Treat access at De Remer Lakes as something to verify.