Taylor Park Reservoir

Taylor Park Reservoir

State Park in Gunnison County, Colorado

Water Type:

Lake

Conditions:

The reservoir provides great opportunities for quality lake trout and northern pike. Rainbow trout provide the bulk of the catch for many anglers and fishing can be especially good right after ice off as hungry overwintered rainbows ramp up feeding activity. In the winter, ice-fishing opportunities are excellent for lake trout and rainbow trout. 

Stocking Report:

Stocked

Activities:

Fishing, Ice Fishing

Common Species:

Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Kokanee Salmon

Aerial view of Taylor Park Reservoir

Taylor Park Reservoir

State Park in Gunnison County, Colorado

Aerial view of Taylor Park Reservoir

Water Type:

Lake

Conditions:

The reservoir provides great opportunities for quality lake trout and northern pike. Rainbow trout provide the bulk of the catch for many anglers and fishing can be especially good right after ice off as hungry overwintered rainbows ramp up feeding activity. In the winter, ice-fishing opportunities are excellent for lake trout and rainbow trout. 

Stocking Report:

Stocked

Activities:

Fishing, Ice Fishing

Common Species:

Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Kokanee Salmon

A Colorado Quality Waters location.

General Information

Nestled on the eastern edge of Gunnison National Forest, Taylor Park Reservoir offers a spectacular alpine escape for outdoor enthusiasts. At 9,300 feet elevation, this oasis is surrounded by rugged mountains and lush forests, creating an idyllic setting for camping (both developed and dispersed), boating, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and other off-road adventures. The area boasts miles of trails perfect for all types of OHVs, while the reservoir’s waters are teeming with a variety of trout, kokanee and northern pike, making it a prime spot for anglers. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a peaceful paddle across the lake, cast a line in search of the perfect catch, tackle the backcountry trails, or camp under a canopy of stars, Taylor Park Reservoir provides the quintessential Colorado outdoor experience.

Description

Taylor Park Reservoir is a jewel of the upper Taylor River basin, with inspiring views of the Collegiate Range visible from the reservoir.

Location: Gunnison County / 38.835574, -106.580051

Size: 2,000 surface acres

Management: U.S. Forest Service

Area CPW Office and Phone #: Gunnison, Colo. / (970) 641-7060

Facilities: Restrooms / Campsites / Boat Ramps + Additional Access Points

Fishing: Cold Water 

Recreation: Camping / Fishing / Boating / Kayaking / Paddleboarding / Hiking / OHV

To access this area for fishing, individuals aged 16 or older must possess a valid license. These can be obtained through CPW authorized sales agents, via phone (1-800-244-5613), or online at CPWShop

For more information, check out the Forest Service website.

Special Regulations

1. Gaffs and tail snares are prohibited.
2. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is three fish, only one of which may be greater than 26 inches in length.
3. Snagging of kokanee salmon is permitted from September 1 through December 31. 

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If you use water, aquatic nuisance species (ANS) can affect you. For example, Zebra and quagga mussels clog up the infrastructure that delivers water to our homes. Keeping invasive species under control is a matter of public health.