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Dillon Reservoir

Summit County, Colorado

Dillon Reservoir covers 3,233 acres in Summit County and holds a stocked Arctic char population; a Colorado record char was caught here in 2017.

N2 mi
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Surface area3,233 acres
Max depth—
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Arctic Char●●○○○

Introduced by CPW; self-sustaining

Boat launches

3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • Dillon MarinaRamp
    Ramp unusable for most motorized craft at water elevation 8,971 ft. 970-468-5100.Directions ↗
  • Frisco Bay MarinaRamp
    Fishing boats launch here; threshold 9,009 ft. 970-668-4334.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Dillon Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Colorado Parks and Wildlife ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Check water elevation before trailering; ramps close at low levels.
  • Check CPW rules for Gold Medal Blue River below the dam.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.