Fishing Newell Lake in Weld County, Colorado

• Overview

  Newell Lake is set in Weld County, Colorado. The water sits 4,961 feet up. It measures about 139 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. The whole outline is near 1.8 miles, and most of it is walkable. On our Weld County list it sits near the top for size. The nearest place of any size is Berthoud, 2.1 miles away. Campion is 3.1 miles away, with Mead at 6 miles. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Newell Lake

  Depth figures are not published for this one. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Reported across Weld County: white sucker, common carp, green sunfish, longnose sucker and bluegill. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. Newell Lake responds to conditions more than to tactics.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from 27°F in January up to 71°F in July. The calendar is generous: something works in nearly every month. In a normal year the cover is thin and short-lived. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. Expect Newell Lake to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Nothing built is recorded close to the bank here. 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. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Bacon Lake, 1 mile away, makes the obvious fallback. For Newell Lake in particular, ask before you travel.