Reno Reservoir Fishing in Weld County, Colorado

• Overview

  In Colorado, Reno Reservoir falls inside Weld County. The bank is 5,141 feet above sea level. Small at around 2 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. Most waters listed here for Weld County are larger. The closest town, Ault, is 19 miles distant. It is 27 miles to Greeley, the nearest city. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Reno Reservoir

  Without a survey to go on, judge depth from how the bank falls away. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. The productive water is a rod length or two out, not a hundred. County-wide records name white sucker, common carp and green sunfish. Those are county-wide records, so not every one of them will be in this water. On Reno Reservoir the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  On the long-term average, July reads 72°F and January reads 27°F. The year gives four workable seasons without severe ends. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. The season on Reno Reservoir follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. This one is mapped as intermittent, so a wasted trip is a real risk in a dry year. 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. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. Sand Reservoir Number 1 at 2.4 miles is the sensible second choice. For Reno Reservoir in particular, ask before you travel.