Strontia Springs Reservoir Fishing in Jefferson County, Colorado

• Overview

  Strontia Springs Reservoir is listed under Jefferson County, Colorado. This is rolling hill country. At about 81 acres, a day is enough to walk the shoreline properly. On our Jefferson County list it sits near the top for size. The closest town, Roxborough Park, is 4.2 miles away. It is 17 miles to Centennial, the nearest city. The county line runs close by, so rules can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Strontia Springs Reservoir

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. 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 Jefferson County: rainbow trout, brown trout and common carp. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. At Strontia Springs Reservoir the first feature you find is worth twenty minutes.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Average temperature peaks around 66°F in July and bottoms out near 28°F in January. The year gives four workable seasons without severe ends. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. The season on Strontia Springs Reservoir follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  Ownership and access are not documented in what we hold. Somewhere to sit and eat is half a mile out. There are toilets half a mile off. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. Aurora-Rampart Reservoir sits 4 miles off and takes the overflow. Check the current arrangement for Strontia Springs Reservoir.