Fishing at Noonen Reservoir Number 2, Adams County, Colorado

• Overview

  Noonen Reservoir Number 2 lies within the bounds of Adams County, Colorado. It sits at 5,036 feet above sea level. It measures about 88 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. The bank runs about 2.1 miles all the way round, so one visit can cover most of it. It is among the larger waters listed here for Adams County. Nearest town is Byers, 14 miles off. Aurora is the closest city, 47 miles away. There is no boundary nearby to worry about.

• Where to Fish on Noonen Reservoir Number 2

  No chart reached our records; the first cast is your sounding. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Records held for Adams County cover common carp, white sucker, bluegill, green sunfish and largemouth bass. The county list is broader than any single water. Work this water in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 73°F; the cold one sits at 27°F. Fishing continues through most of the calendar, with quiet spells rather than closures. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. It sets the rhythm of the year at this water.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. This one is mapped as intermittent, so a wasted trip is a real risk in a dry year. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. For a change of water, Ball Reservoir is 17 miles distant. Check the position at this water before loading the car.