Lake Creek Reservoir in Lincoln County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Lincoln County in Colorado is where Lake Creek Reservoir sits. It sits in rolling hill country. About 2 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. Our Lincoln County list holds plenty of bigger water. The nearest place of any size is Limon, 1.5 miles away. Further out sit Byers (42 miles) and Strasburg (47 miles). This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Lake Creek Reservoir

  No chart reached our records; the first cast is your sounding. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Held water runs deepest at the wall and shallows back to the inflow. Species logged across Lincoln County include common carp, bluegill, yellow perch and black bullhead. Records at county level tell you what is around, not what is stocked here. Lake Creek Reservoir fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 71°F in July and bottom out at 26°F in January. Temperature moves within a narrow band, and so does the fishing. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Lake Creek Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. The closest car park is 0.9 miles away, so pack accordingly. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Night access is frequently treated as a separate matter. The nearest alternative is M H Number 2 Reservoir, 20 miles out. Signs at Lake Creek Reservoir carry more weight than any list.