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Joe Moore Reservoir SWA
Montezuma County
Access Requirements:
A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older to visit most SWAs, and visitors should check current hunting, fishing and land use regulations when planning to visit a State Wildlife Area.
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Durango, 970-247-0855.
Joe Moore Reservoir SWA
Montezuma County
Access Requirements:
A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older accessing this state wildlife area.
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Durango, 970-247-0855.
About This State Wildlife Area
State Wildlife Areas are critical habitat areas for Colorado’s wildlife. Sportspeople’s license and recreational user pass fees pay for these parcels of land, which are managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife employees for the benefit of our wildlife. A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older to visit most SWAs, and visitors should check current hunting, fishing and land use regulations when planning to visit a State Wildlife Area.
Average depth of lake is 12 ft. with max. 21 ft. Dam located on south end. Lake fed by irrigation diversion from Turkey Creek. Fluctuation of reservoir water level is moderate. Bank fishing has easy access. Surrounding vegetation is ponderosa pine and aspen. Public use governed by recreational easement between the State and Summit Irrigation Co.
120 acres.
min. 7,665 ft - max 7,809 ft
73
Waterfowl
Coldwater Lake
Hunting, Fishing, Nature Viewing
Restrooms, Boat Ramp
A. Launching and use of vessels may be allowed as posted. Contact the Durango CPW office for current information. When allowed, operating a vessel in a manner that creates a whitewater wake is prohibited.
B. Discharging firearms or bows allowed only while hunting.
C. Dogs must be under control and on leash by handler, except service animals or when actively hunting, training for hunting or during licensed field trials.
You can help!
Leave No Trace
When visiting state lands, remember to practice the seven Leave No Trace principles. Travel and park on durable surfaces, including established parking spots and campsites, and stay on areas of rock, gravel, and dry grasses or snow. Remember to pack out what you packed in. When shooting is permitted on a property, pick up your spent shells, target remnants, clays and carry our trash or anything else you brought with you.