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Lee Lake Area Fishing Spots

53 Fishing Spots Colorado

The Lee Lake Area Fishing Spots offers 53 fishing opportunities across Colorado's 30 expansive reservoirs and 23 popular lakes. Whether you're chasing Largemouth Bass, Catfish, and other popular gamefish or simply looking for a peaceful day on the water, this region delivers.

This zone's proximity to multiple water types means anglers can plan multi-day trips targeting different species each day. Fishing is productive from April through October, with spring and fall offering the best action. The combination of access, fish diversity, and scenic beauty makes it a standout region.

Experienced anglers in Colorado recommend matching your technique to the specific water conditions in this zone. During warmer months, topwater action can be explosive at dawn and dusk on the reservoirs. As water temperatures drop, transitioning to slower presentations like jigs and drop-shot rigs produces consistent catches. Ice fishing is available during winter months in the northern portions, targeting panfish and walleye through the ice.

Most fishing spots in the Lee Lake Area Fishing Spots are accessible via paved roads, with many offering designated parking areas and clear trails to the water. Public boat ramps are available at the larger reservoirs, typically with no launch fee or a nominal daily charge. Several spots also have accessible fishing piers, making them suitable for anglers with mobility limitations. Cell service can be spotty in the more remote areas of this zone, so downloading offline maps before your trip is recommended.

All 53 Fishing Spots in This Zone

Reservoirs (30)

Banning Lewis Reservoir Number 1

📍 38.8902, -104.6493
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Banning Lewis Reservoir Number 8

📍 38.8242, -104.6520
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Big Johnson Reservoir

📍 38.7499, -104.6949
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Big Stratton Reservoir

📍 38.7935, -104.8303
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Big Tooth Reservoir

📍 38.8284, -104.9715
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Calhan Reservoir

📍 38.6368, -104.6522
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Curr Reservoir

📍 38.7791, -104.8220
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Fountain Reservoir

📍 38.6763, -104.7412
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Fountain Valley Reservoir Number 3

📍 38.7719, -104.7549
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Glen Cairn Reservoir

📍 38.6447, -104.8753
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Glen Eyrie Reservoir

📍 38.8910, -104.8702
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Gold Camp Reservoir

📍 38.7951, -104.8708
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Haymes Reservoir

📍 38.6626, -104.7804
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Highline Reservoir

📍 38.8724, -104.8603
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John Townsend Reservoir

📍 38.6813, -104.8049
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Keeton Reservoir

📍 38.6815, -104.8575
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Lake Moraine

📍 38.8117, -104.9952
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McCrae Reservoir

📍 38.7379, -104.7105
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Modern Woodman of America Reservoir

📍 38.9514, -104.8837
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Mount Baldy Reservoir

📍 38.7795, -104.9897
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Non Potable Reservoir 1

📍 38.9997, -104.8343
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North Side Reservoir

📍 38.6679, -104.7603
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Palmer Reservoir

📍 38.9362, -104.9495
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Patty Jewett Reservoir

📍 38.8585, -104.7987
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Penrose Reservoir

📍 38.7744, -104.8511
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Penrose-Rosemont Reservoir

📍 38.7306, -104.9593
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Pikeview Reservoir #1

📍 38.8956, -104.8225
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Quail Lake

📍 38.7854, -104.8087
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R D Nixon Reservoir

📍 38.6048, -104.6985
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South Suburban Reservoir

📍 38.7955, -104.8655
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Lakes (23)

Cheyenne Lake

📍 38.7906, -104.8517
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Eagle Lake

📍 38.9732, -104.6031
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Kettle Lake No 1

📍 38.9614, -104.8134
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Kettle Lake No 2

📍 38.9627, -104.8115
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Kettle Lake No. 3

📍 38.9647, -104.8103
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Lee Lake

📍 38.9567, -104.8352
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Lytle Pond

📍 38.6043, -104.8661
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Pond 1

📍 38.8102, -104.6948
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Pond 10

📍 38.7782, -104.7034
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Pond 11

📍 38.7777, -104.7105
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Pond 2

📍 38.8136, -104.6902
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Pond 25

📍 38.7671, -104.6969
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Pond 3

📍 38.8085, -104.6914
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Pond 4

📍 38.8051, -104.7108
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Pond 5

📍 38.8010, -104.7091
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Pond 6

📍 38.7915, -104.7289
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Pond 7

📍 38.7732, -104.6968
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Pond 8

📍 38.7933, -104.7193
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Sinton Pond

📍 38.8837, -104.8329
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Skywest Pond

📍 38.8039, -104.7233
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Willow Springs Ponds

📍 38.7246, -104.7281
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Willow Springs Ponds

📍 38.7233, -104.7257
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Wolf Lake

📍 38.9754, -104.7132
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing is productive from April through October, with spring and fall offering the best action. Water conditions, hatches, and fish behavior all vary by season, so checking recent local reports before your trip is always a good idea.

Yes, a valid Colorado fishing license is required to fish at any location within this zone. Licenses can be purchased online through the Colorado wildlife agency or at local bait shops.

Anglers in this zone commonly target Largemouth Bass, Catfish, and Bluegill. Species availability varies by water body and season — check individual spot pages for specific species information.

The Lee Lake Area Fishing Spots includes 53 documented fishing locations across Colorado. These range from small ponds and streams to large reservoirs, providing options for every skill level.