WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 07.23.26

July 23, 2026 by lawrence falk

MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 6:00PM

CURRENT ROAD CONDITIONS: The BIG news this week is you can now drive from Lake George to the State Park Coyote Ridge entrance on all chip n seal road base. Not a single pot hole, no dirt ruts, no washboard, no dust, no losing trailer parts, no vehicle damage, no rv/boat damage, no flat tires, no getting run off the road by some one trying to avoid a pot hole the size of their car AND no more spousal arguments about why you were even going to Eleven Mile in the first place because of the horrific road conditions!! NO CUDOS to Park County. It’s about time. Enough public pressure, threat of lawsuits and actual lawsuits maybe moved the dial. Don’t think this is the end of it. They still refuse to do anymore. No road through the Park, no CR 92 to CR 59, No CR 23. BUT we now have the best road conditions on the 10 miles to and from Lake George that we have seen in a decade. REJOICE! Time to COMEBACK to the MILE!!

CURRENT CONDITIONS: All Park facilities are open. Starting to see a hopeful change in the weather. Afternoon thunderstorms making a comeback. Some weeds afloat but not to bad yet. Water level GOOD lake is very close to full. Catching time!

WATER TEMP: 66

WATER FLOW: 94.7 CFS IN 108 CFS OUT

CURRENT FIRE BAN PARK COUNTY STAGE 2: Propane grills allowed. Propane fire rings also allowed.

STOP IN FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE CATCHING INFO: Wear your 11 Mile Marina logo hat, shirt, etc get 10% storewide discount some restrictions apply. We are in the middle of July and are extremely rocking busy and that’s a good thing but can’t always answer the phone. Leave a message we will try to call you back.

CRAWFISH BOILS IN AUGUST: As a fundraiser for FHNB we will host our annual crawfish boils weekends in August. $12.00/plate. Further details to be posted soon.

TROUT:GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Plenty of action from shore. Bait, lures and flies. Calm conditions make it a little more difficult but afternoon breezes bring on the bites. Boaters doing well on Cuttbows running 14 to 17 inches. Occasional Browns and Cutthroats also being landed. Tas Devils, Needlefish, Krocodiles doing well on the troll. Kastmasters doing well on the cast and jig. Tube jigs coming on particularly at sundown

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO GOOD: Limits hard to come by but fish are being caught regularly which is a dramatic improvement from years gone by. It’s hard to say which presentation is the best since it certainly seems to change daily. Dodgers, Sling Blades, Pop Gear with Macks Wedding Rings or wiggle hootchies have done well. We have caught plenty on downrigger with a Needlefish or Tas Devil. We have even seen long lining 13gram Tas Devil’s catch. No lead core no downrigger. When the wind blows them come up to almost the surface.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Pretty much the same. Fish being caught but effort required. Not jumping in the boat. Big sticks, Tubes and spoons are all on the menu. Big fish follow but then turn away. Wind is definitely your friend. Husky Jerks are performing well. Mid morning to mid afternoon. We have seen nice fish 26 to 30 inches. They are not skinny like they are at Spinney.

PIC # 1 & 2: Section that was dirt. And they plan another layer of chip n seal to the lake.

PIC # 3: And this is why you should come back to the Mile on a nice road.

PIC # 4: She caught this nice one all by herself.

PIC # 5: Crawfish Boil coming soon

PIC # 6: A nice one indeed!!

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park. Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 07.16.26

July 16, 2026 by lawrence falk

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MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 6:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: All Park facilities are open. We had our first real rain in almost 40 days yesterday. It was a good one. And we are having another one right now…Yay!!! We all hope to see a turn in the weather with nice mornings followed by afternoon storms. They don’t last but an hour but soakers are a start to get out of this draught.

WATER TEMP: 66

WATER FLOW: 93.2 CFS IN 111.1 CFS OUT

CURRENT FIRE BAN PARK COUNTY STAGE 2: Propane grills allowed. Propane fire rings also allowed.

CRAWFISH BOILS IN AUGUST: As a fundraiser for FHNB we will host our annual crawfish boils weekends in August. $12.00/plate. Further details to be posted soon.

TROUT:VERY GOOD: Shore or boat action has been good. Lots of fish from shore on Berkley Power and Pautzke Fire Baits. Colors vary orange has been good of late. Kastmasters from shore also catching well. Boaters on the troll continue to fill limits with fish 13 to 16 inches and a good number caught over 16”. Lots of baits working. If you like to drag Pop Gear often a successful attractant. We prefer light tackle on a downrigger for lots of fun. Tas Devils, Needlefish, Rapala’s, Kastmasters and more scoring nice numbers. Tube jigs coming on. We feature Dry Creek tubes with Cottonmouth, Snake River and Demented coming on strong

KOKANEE SALMON: GOOD: Lots of fish being landed. Some anglers really score while others are still hoping. Many fish in the 16 to 19 inch class with 20” plus showing up. Green Rainbow Pop Gear with a Macks Wedding Ring tipped with Berkley Gulp Alive Flamingo Maggots see decent action. Tas Devils, Cerise Pearl Needlefish and other hardware lures doing well. Timing and depth are important. Wind helps. You would think early morning would be best but not always the case.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Fish being caught but effort required. Not jumping in the boat. Big sticks, Tubes and spoons are all on the menu. Big fish follow but then turn away. Wind is definitely your friend. Husky Jerks are performing well. Mid morning to mid afternoon.

ROAD: The County has no real Plan. Currently their no plan plan calls for filling current pothole disaster on the chip and seal section they got for free but was never finished properly. After the pothole repair they will lay another layer of chip and seal which would properly finish off the neglected free bee. There is no plan to do anything with the two miles or so of dirt in between chip and seal sections. There is no plan to do anything from the General Store through the Park to Spinney. There is no plan for CR 23 leading to Highway 24. This County has no Master Plan. They have NO PLAN and apparently don’t know how to make one.

PIC # 1: Lets eat! Fish Tacos and smoked Trout

PIC # 2: A catching half day on the lake.

PIC # 3: Come check our great store out, Just like the sign says…we have alot of stuff for all your Eleven Mile needs.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 07.09.26

July 09, 2026 by lawrence falk

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MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 6:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Winds have calmed air has cleared. All Park facilities are open. No rain here to speak of but some areas have seen a localized downpour. Temps high in the 80’s lows in the low 40’s. Been very nice overall!!

With Antero offline and Spinney boating “at your own risk” and it is risky indeed we have been seeing strong attendance numbers in spite of the fire ban which usually hurts attendance overall. It is extremely dry please be mindful and careful.

WATER TEMP: 64

WATER FLOW: 97.7 CFS IN 103 CFS OUT

CURRENT FIRE BAN PARK COUNTY STAGE 2: Propane grills allowed. Propane fire rings also allowed.

STOP IN FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE CATCHING INFO: Wear your 11 Mile Marina logo hat, shirt, etc get 10% storewide discount some restrictions apply

KOKANEE SALMON: GOOD: Lots of fish being landed. Some anglers really score while others are still hoping. Many fish in the 16 to 19 inch class. Green Rainbow Pop Gear with a Macks Wedding Ring tipped with Berkley Gulp Alive Flamingo Maggots see decent action. Tas Devils, Cerise Pearl Needlefish and other hardware lures doing well. Timing and depth are important. Wind helps. You would think early morning would be best but not always the case.

ROAD: As the story goes the County had a grant to chip and seal CR 90 to 92 about 5 miles. Last year the contractor in error chip and sealed CR 92 from General Store to where it ends in dirt about 3 miles or so. Then it was dirt to the CR 90/92 turn. The County stopped the contractor since they were doing the wrong section. The job was not complete and the heavy logging equipment used in National Forest clear cutting operations tore up sections of a half fast chip and seal road creating incredible pot hole hazards guaranteed to destroy your trailers, RV’s and car/truck suspension and more if you hit them going to fast or just hit them without slowing to a crawl. Hopefully enough of you let the County know how horrible it had become. You would think they would take advantage of a free road and finish it off properly. The County is negligent beyond belief.

CR 23 to 59:FAIR TO POOR: Recently graded but already washboard

Signs went up TODAY announcing “Road Work Ahead”. One can only hope they are doing the right thing and fixing the most dangerous and hazardous spots. Accidents have occurred and luckily no one has been hurt to our knowledge. It’s only a matter of time before the worst occurs if they don’t make the roads safe. Government’s first concern should be the safety of it’s inhabitants. Park County gets a failing grade when it comes to roads in and out of Eleven Mile and Spinney.

PIC # 1: Isaac lands this nice one from shore.

PIC # 2: Orange Power Bait. Caught today.

PIC # 3: One of the best Kokanee seasons in a very long time.

PIC # 4: Stop in and check us out.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 07.02.26

July 02, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 250!!!

WE LOVE THE USA!!

MARINA STORE HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 6:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: It has been windy, windy, windy. So much so it has put a crimp in boating time. Those that have the experience and big enough boat are finding the catching to be spectacular in the wind. Dry, Dry, Dry. We need rain.

AIR QUALITY: It has not been too bad here. Some patchy smoke from time to time but overall the wind is good for something.

WATER TEMP: 62

WATER FLOW: 97.7 CFS IN 69.9 CFS OUT

ALL PARK FACILITIES OPEN

CURRENT FIRE BAN PARK COUNTY; Propane grills allowed. Propane fire rings also allowed.

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TROUT:VERY GOOD TO EXCELLENT: Lots of fish being caught all around the lake. Shore and boat has been productive. Night time is the right time. Bait, hardware and flies. It’s a catchathon. Kastmasters sitting on top of the production ladder for hardware. Salmon Peach and any Power or Fire Bait with Garlic on the leader board for bait. Scuds, Nymphs and Ultra worm leading in the fly department

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO GOOD: Action is pretty darn good for many. Lots of different baits seem to be working. One day pink is hot, the next orange, the next chartreuse. Be prepared to change up to see what they want that day. Timing is all over the clock. Somedays early is good other days its later in the afternoon. Many are suspended 25 to 45 feet in 60 plus feet of water. One thing for sure is this would qualify as one of the best salmon bites in years.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Mostly smaller fish being caught with the big ones interested but very cautious. Spinner baits coming on as well as big Mepps Muskie Killers. Bite times vary although wind is helpful not in the manner we have been getting hit with.

ROAD: GOOD: They have chip and sealed the road from Lake George to CR/92 then dirt for about 2 miles then chip and seal to the General Store. The 2 miles of loose dirt and gravel was just graded and sprayed. It is as good as it will be right now but washboard conditions returning. The new chip and seal installed by mistake and not done as well as the CR90 section is seeing some wear due to the heavy logging equipment going in and out. Crickets out of Park County BOCC. For now the way in from Lake George is still way better than last year.

CR 23 to 59: POOR: Recently graded but already washboard

CR 90 to 92:FAIR TO POOR: Graded last week already washboard.

PIC # 1: A great day with 13 Kokanee!!

PIC # 2: “Caught this guy off your toon on Wednesday! 4 pounder! Thanks for the toon! See you next time!- The Fischers!

PIC # 3: “Caught a few nice ones this past week, thought I’d share pictures!” M. Torrez
25” brown trout

PIC # 4: Kastmaster

PIC # 5: Wear any of your Marina logo merch get 10% off storewide discount. Some restrictions apply.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.25.26

June 23, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 6:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 60

WATER FLOW: 44.1 CFS IN 75.9 CFS OUT

PARK FACILITIES OPEN

CURRENT FIRE BAN PARK COUNTY

STOP IN FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE CATCHING INFO: Wear your 11 Mile Marina logo hat, shirt, etc get 10% storewide discount some restrictions apply

TROUT:VERY GOOD TO EXCELLENT: To be sure boaters may have an advantage when trolling is hot. Shore anglers doing well but many boaters are just slamming it. Mostly smaller Cuttbows but a fair number of Cuttbows running 18” to 22”. Not every day is unbelievable but many are. Wind is your friend if you can put up with it. Last week in a fierce wind we caught fish non stop for hours. Lots of baits are working. Try your favorite. Tas Devils to be sure but we have had good luck on many different lures. West End has been consistent but we catch plenty of Trout points East as well.

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO GOOD: Most have struggled to get more than a couple but others have scored like the pic above. And we see at least one boat a day that hits the jackpot. Green Rainbow Pop Gear with a Wiggle Hootchie, Dodgers with Kokanee Kustoms and Tas Devils just by themselves on a lead core. Gulp Alive Pink Maggots with Garlic really help when tipping the hook. Timing and spot are always crucial. It seems the bite is a later in the morning and day although it’s so hard to predict. The day of the wind spoken about above was the day they caught the salmon in above pic.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR TO GOOD: Big Rapala’s catching big fish. Timing is also critical with mid morning and later afternoon good time to try. J11 jointed in Black/white or the F18 Pike pattern being good ones to try, Lots of action on the West end but we also like points East around rock drop offs. Spinner Baits starting to come on. We have some serious spinner baits.

CR 23 to 59: POOR: Recently graded but already washboard

CR 90 to 92:FAIR TO POOR: Graded last week already washboard.

PIC # 1: Not all salmon but most are. What a great day!

PIC # 2: Black Marabou jig in Nort Shore Marina area.

PIC # 3: Once you learn to catch them, then you learn to clean them. If only he could learn to eat them lol.

PIC # 4: Wear any of your Marina logo merch get 10% off storewide discount. Some restrictions apply.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.18.26

June 17, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 HOLIDAY HOURS 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 58

WATER FLOW: 249 CFS IN 250 CFS OUT

PARK FACILITIES OPEN

CURRENT FIRE BAN

HATCH IS OVER for the most part

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TROUT:VERY GOOD: Hatch is over and it’s fish on! Bite is hot. Trolling can see non stop action. Many baits are working. Lots of Cuttbows 13 to 16 inches with many bigger ones making an appearance. The bigger fish seem to be hitting late morning into early afternoon. We are liking Needlefish, Rapala and Tas Devils. But as said lots of different baits producing. If you can’t catch you are doing something wrong. Stop in for assistance.

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO GOOD: The bite had slowed but it is picking up again. There is always someone hitting it big. Fish can definitely be picky and can change what they like day to day. They are deep and shallow depends on the day. Duck Island to Deer has been good. Luhr Jensen Green Rainbow Pop Gear, Kokanee Kustoms Dodger or sling blade trailed by a Kokanee Kustoms tipped with a pink Gulp Flamingo maggot. Just got a bunch of new ones in and got the word that an impending new member of the family may keep Tyler away from lure production for awhile. His baits work!! Good Luck Tyler and congrats. BTW we challenge you to find pink Gulp Flamingo Maggots with garlic anywhere. Maybe Discount Tackle in Denver but not at your favorite Bass Pro, Scheels, Cabela’s, Sportsmens, Wal Mart etc. They work on the salmon. Just got some in we were out. Find them somewhere else bring in a receipt we will give you a free jar just for fun. You probably will be hard pressed to find a Kokanee Kustoms anywhere but here too.

CR 23 to 59: FAIR: Recently graded. Should be good for the weekend

CR 90 to 92:FAIR TO POOR: Graded today

PIC # 1: Now those are two big salmon

PIC # 2: Night fishing is FUN!!

PIC # 3: She’s at it again. Caching big fish that is.

PIC # 4: Cuttbows and salmon. 11 Mile Marina Guide trip.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.04.26

June 04, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 HOLIDAY HOURS 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 55

WATER FLOW: 249 CFS IN 250 CFS OUT

PARK FACILITIES OPEN: Good rainy day yesterday. Getting green

NO CURRENT FIRE BAN IN THE PARK: Fires allowed in campsite fire rings. Other areas in Park County such as National Forest may have other restrictions check local authorities.

HATCH IS ON THE WANE: The annual May Fly hatch is on NOW, actually (Chironomids). It’s annoying but fattens up the fish. People spray themselves with OFF etc but that doesn’t help. We suggest the best use for your old Covid mask. These bugs hatch underwater and come from the mud. They swim to the surface. The ones that don’t make it are fish food. This tend to slow the bite up a little. So early AM is usually a better time to fish. It lasts about 10 days.

STOP IN FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE CATCHING INFO: Wear your 11 Mile Marina logo hat, shirt, etc get 10% storewide discount some restrictions apply

TROUT: FAIR: Slower action will pick up again when the hatch is on the wane. Shore anglers working crawler/mallows and Power and Fire Bait off the bottom doing well. Boat action slower but still catching if you work it and go through the box. Jointed Rapala’s doing well we really like the J-9 BT. Early bite followed by late morning. Afternoon is tougher.

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR: It slowed up quite a bit. Even the salmon eat the bugs. We still are seeing action out from North Shore and points East to Deer Island. Many fish are holding deep. Many options are catching but trolling is the most used. One boat renter caught one in calm conditions going over the side working the bottom in 45 feet of water and caught a nice one. Most fish running 15 to 18 inches with frequent ones 20” or bigger being landed. Needlefish and Tas Devils with pink being the most successful although orange has also done well.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Bite is picking up. Try Husky Jerks with a vigorous action then let it sit. They are hitting it when it’s sitting still. Pike A Thon demonstrates people who put in the time get rewarded. Fish are much bigger and healthier out of Eleven Mile vs Spinney. There are too many Pike in Spinney hence lots of smaller fish.

CR 23 to 59: VERY POOR:

CR 90 to 92:POOR:

ROAD WARS: I AM GOING AFTER PARK COUNTY BOCC LEGALLY FOR THEIR NEGLIGENCE. I HAVE FILED THE NOTICE OF CLAIM AS REQUIRED. STATUTE ALLOWS FOR SERVICE OF PROCESS THROUGH CERTIFIED MAIL. BUT THEY REFUSED TO SIGN FOR IT SO I HAD A PROCESS SERVER DELIVER THE PAPERS PERSONALLY TO AMY MITCHELL AND COUNTY ATTORNEY. JUST SO THEY KNOW I WILL NOT RELENT. STAY TUNED. COURT DATE TO BE SET SOON

PIC # 1: He drove all the way from Iowa to catch this Kokanee

PIC # 2: The salmon aren’t all this big but a lot of them are.

PIC # 3: Carter catches a nice one! Pic courtesy Drew T.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.28.26 (Copy)

June 04, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 HOLIDAY HOURS 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 52

WATER FLOW: 232 CFS IN 217 CFS OUT

PARK FACILITIES OPEN: Good rainy day yesterday. Getting green

NO CURRENT FIRE BAN IN THE PARK: Fires allowed in campsite fire rings. Other areas in Park County such as National Forest may have other restrictions check local authorities.

HATCH IS ON: The annual May Fly hatch is on NOW, actually (Chironomids). It’s annoying but fattens up the fish. People spray themselves with OFF etc but that doesn’t help. We suggest the best use for your old Covid mask. These bugs hatch underwater and come from the mud. They swim to the surface. The ones that don’t make it are fish food. This tend to slow the bite up a little. So early AM is usually a better time to fish. It lasts about 10 days.

STOP IN FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE CATCHING INFO: Wear your 11 Mile Marina logo hat, shirt, etc get 10% storewide discount some restrictions apply

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO GOOD: Even the salmon eat the bugs. Bite has also slowed a little but still seeing action out from North Shore and points East to Deer Island. Many fish are holding deep. Many options are catching but trolling is the most used. One boat renter caught one in calm conditions going over the side working the bottom in 45 feet of water and caught a nice one. Most fish running 15 to 18 inches with frequent ones 20” or bigger being landed. Needlefish and Tas Devils with pink being the most successful although orange has also done well.

CR 23 to 59:FAIR TO POOR:

CR 90 to 92:FAIR: recently graded

PIC # 1: Rental client caught this nice Northern on a J-9 BT Rapala. One of our favorites. pic courtesy Jenner W.

PIC # 2: Salmon and Trout on a successful day

PIC # 3: Like father like son.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.22.26

May 22, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 HOLIDAY HOURS 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

HAVE A WONDERFUL AND SAFE MEMORIAL HOLIDAY

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 51

WATER FLOW: 264 CFS IN 222 CFS OUT

PARK FACILITIES OPEN: We had a good dump of snow on Wed. Although things are still dry there has been some improvement. Aspens popping out, some areas looking nice and green.

NO CURRENT FIRE BAN IN PARK: Fires allowed in campsite fire rings. Other areas in Park County such as National Forest may have other restrictions check local authorities.

HATCH IS ON: The annual May Fly hatch is on now, actually (Chrinomids). It’s annoying but fattens up the fish. People spray themselves with OFF etc but that doesn’t help. We suggest the best use for your old Covid mask. These bugs hatch underwater and come from the mud. They swim to the surface. The ones that don’t make it are fish food. This tend to slow the bite up a little. So early AM is usually a better time to fish. It lasts about 10 days.

STOP IN FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE CATCHING INFO: Wear your 11 Mile Marina logo hat, shirt, etc get 10% storewide discount some restrictions apply

MARINA PIKE A THON MAY 2 - 16 working on details 239lbs caught at Spinney by a participant

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Lots of stocker action all around the lake. Shore anglers doing well on bait and lures. Night Crawlers/mallow, Power and Fire Baits. Chunky Cheese and or Garlic. Kastmasters, Rooster Tail, Rapala. Boaters mixing it up on the troll. Bigger fish starting to hit. Water temp needs a few more degrees then lots of catching to be had.

KOKANEE SALMON:GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Lots of nice fish being caught on the troll. Some have even caught a few long lining a Tas Devil with no lead core, downrigger or pop gear. That means they will from time to time move up to the top. Meanwhile large numbers of fish deeper in the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s in the channel off East side of Duck Island in 60 plus feet of water. They are also hanging on the South side of Duck Island in 45 feet of water and not as deep. North Shore and Deer Island areas also seeing good action. Many different baits are working with a strong emphasis on Pink colors. Many Kokanee anglers like to tip their offering with Shoe peg Fire Corn. Not absolutely necessary as a #55 Tas Devil 13gram on a lead core out four or five colors can do the trick just fine by itself. Bite times can vary but to be sure we have caught them through out the day.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR TO GOOD: Bite is picking up. Try Husky Jerks with a vigorous action then let it sit. They are hitting it when it’s sitting still. Pike A Thon demonstrates people who put in the time get rewarded. Fish are much bigger and healthier out of Eleven Mile vs Spinney. There are too many Pike in Spinney hence lots of smaller fish.

CR 23 to 59:FAIR TO POOR:

CR 90 to 92:FAIR: recently graded

PIC # 1: Great trip Marina Guide

PIC # 2: Another week another big Koke. This one was 21”. Last week he also scored.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.14.26

May 14, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY - SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM SATURDAY CLOSE 6:00PM REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 DAILEY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 50-51

WATER FLOW: 232 CFS IN 249 CFS OUT The draining of Antero has begun.

PARK FACILITIES: Water turned on May 1. Check with CPW for details

2026 11 MILE MARINA PIKE A THON MAY 2 - 16 In cooperation with CPW 11 Mile Marina will be trying out a new event. We use to have an annual Pike tournament which was sanctioned by CPW. They believed it is was a worthy event to help keep Pike at a good balance. We stopped doing it because the business market changed. It was an event to help business in slow times but now weekends in September are always busy and the contest got in the way. The objective now is to educate people about the Northern Pike species. How to catch them, how to clean them, how to eat them. And how to hold them LOL. Historically Northern Pike were introduced to help control other specie such as suckers. Without the proper balance Pike can overrun a lake as they generally don’t differentiate between suckers, trout and other specie. The only main predator the Pike have are anglers. The Pike situation at Eleven Mile is currently one of good balance where we would like to keep it. Spinney is another story where the numbers of Pike are larger than CPW would like. We are setting up a page on the CONTEST LINK with all the details. The event will be held from May 2 - May 16. There will be seminars on Saturday the 2nd and the 9th. A fish fry on the 16th. Participants will be able to weigh in fish for two weeks. Heaviest weight will win a minimum of $500.00. Still working on details which will be posted soon on

No deadline to sign up. PARTICIPANT SIGN UP: If you would like to sign up for the catch a thon part of the event you can do that anytime before you go fishing between May 2 and May 15 in person at the Marina Store. $35.00 per participant. Heaviest weight for the two week period awarded $500.00 and bragging rights. Other places awarded cash based on number of sign ups.

SIGN UP NOW. We will not disclose number of participants and what they are individually weighing in until the end. So far almost 50lbs have been weighed in. So sign up and see what you can do.

FISH FRY OPEN TO PUBLIC DO NOT HAVE TO BE A SIGNED PARTICIPANT

MAY 16TH: THE WAY TO FILLET: 10:30AM MARINA DECK: Now that you caught one or more what’s the plan?? Alex Falk demo’s the do’s and dont’s of cleaning/filleting a Northern Pike.

FHNB FISH FRY: Beer batter Pike is on the menu as well as other BBQ favorites. Open to General Public $10.00/minimum donation per plate. Help our good friends at Fishing Has No Boundaries, Colorado Springs Chapter. Approximately starting at 12:30PM

TROUT: GOOD: Lots of stocker action all around the lake. Shore anglers doing well on bait and lures. Boaters mixing it up on the troll. Bigger fish harder to get with so many smaller ones biting but it’s numbers game. Catch a bunch of small ones score the big one. Tas Devils and Rapala’s seeing the bigger fish. Earl morning bite also sees bigger fish.

KOKANEE SALMON: VERY GOOD: For the most part the salmon are stocked as a future food source for the hungry anglers. Although there are four year old salmon that may be considered a trophy they are not targeted as a trophy fish per se and provide angling fun and delicious food. They only live four years and are making a huge comeback this season so far. It’s been at least 6 years since we have seen action like we are seeing now. These fish can fight and jump like no other so hitting a good bite is always lots of FUN. Trolling is the primary method for success. The fish are moving around but deeper water seems to be the spots they are holding in. Many down 25 to 40 feet.

Lead core rigs and or downriggers make a huge difference in successfully targeting salmon. We have lead core combo’s ready to fish with 100 yards of color metered lead line and mon leader. Can’t go wrong. We will show you how. We also have the lures and things you will need to score.

CR 23 to 59: POOR: Pretty bad and getting worse.

CR 90 to 92: POOR: Washboard 2 miles of sh..

PIC # 1: A Kokanee kind of day and one Trout

PIC # 2: “Hi Great day fishing on 5-9-26 at suckers cove. The trout fishing was great. My son’s girlfriend Aliyona hooked into her first ever fish out of eleven mile reservoir and her biggest fish ever. I also caught some nice trout. Hope to see the pics on your page . We love the eleven mile fishing report and look at it every week. Thanks” Pic courtesy R. Sandoval

PIC # 3: It’s a PIKE A THON!!!

PIC # 4: report from Pic # 2: Pic courtesy R. Sandoval

PIC # 5: Pink Tasmanian. Pic courtesy Brad S.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.07.26

May 07, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY - SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM SATURDAY CLOSE 6:00PM REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 DAILEY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 48-49

WATER FLOW: 232 CFS IN 249 CFS OUT The draining of Antero has begun.

PARK FACILITIES: Water turned on May 1. Check with CPW for details

NO FIRE BAN

SIGN UP NOW. We will not disclose number of participants and what they are individually weighing in until the end. So far almost 50lbs have been weighed in. So sign up and see what you can do.

SEMINARS AND FISH FRY

OPEN TO PUBLIC DO NOT HAVE TO BE A SIGNED PARTICIPANT

MAY 9TH: NORTHERN PIKE 101 10:30AM LARRY FALK, PARK AMPHITHEATRE “WHERE TO START. EQUIPMENT AND TIMING” For those who have NEVER fished for Pike

THE BIOLOGY OF NORTHERN PIKE 11;30AM BRIAN JOHNSON, COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE Learning about the specie is part of learning how to catch. Come here Brian and learn about the specie.

PIKE 201 LARRY FALK 2:00PM PARK AMPHITHEATRE “WHERE TO GO WHAT TO USE” For those who fish for Pike and want the low down on Eleven Mile.

MAY 16TH: THE WAY TO FILLET: 10:30AM MARINA DECK: Now that you caught one or more what’s the plan?? Alex Falk demo’s the do’s and dont’s of cleaning/filleting a Northern Pike.

TROUT: GOOD: Shore anglers still seeing big spawners mostly in sandy bottoms 3 to 8 feet of water. Flies, lures and bait all productive but not necessarily at the same time. It seems each bait has it’s moments through out the day. Boaters seeing lots of smaller fish all around the lake as action is picking up as the water warms. Trolling doing well as it often does here. Shallow or deep fish are being caught. Mostly Cuttbows but some nice Browns and occasional Cuttthroats.

KOKANEE SALMON: VERY GOOD: For the most part the salmon are stocked as a future food source for the hungry anglers. Although there are four year old salmon that may be considered a trophy they are not targeted as a trophy fish per se and provide angling fun and delicious food. They only live four years and are making a huge comeback this season so far. It’s been at least 6 years since we have seen action like we are seeing now. These fish can fight and jump like no other so hitting a good bite is always lots of FUN. Trolling is the primary method for success. The fish have been holding deep but the fish in the pic were caught only 20 feet down. Most of the ones we have caught are 40 feet deep or deeper.

CPW has completed this years stocking with 500,000. They have been stocking those numbers for the last several years and hopefully we will see the bite continue.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Bite has slowed a bit but fish still being landed. Big sticks in 8 to 12 feet of water have seen good action. The F18 Pike pattern is one of our favorites particularly in spawn season and not always easy to find. We just got some in. Bite times vary but mid morning has been good. Spinney is seeing good action from shore. Mostly smaller but the weight adds up.

CR 23 to 59: FAIR: They recently graded and it is better than it was but wash board conditions already appearing.

CR 92 to CR 59: FAIR: The stretch through the Park was just graded (thank you very much) but washboard conditions returning

PIC # 1 and # 2: “Limited out after fishing 8:30 to 10:45 straight out from marina using dodgers and hoochies about 20 ft deep” Pic courtesy Travis D.

PIC # 3: Pike A Thon participant with one of his fish

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.30.26

April 30, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY - SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM SATURDAY CLOSE 6:00PM REGULAR SEASON HOURS MAY 15 TO SEPTEMBER 15 DAILEY 8:00AM TO 6:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS

WATER TEMP: 49-50

WATER FLOW: 57.2 CFS IN 56 CFS OUT

PARK FACILITIES: Water turned on May 1. Check with CPW for details

FIRE BAN: Current fire ban in place. 5” of snow last night. More on the way tonight. This should help our situation but we need more

FORECAST: Saturday, Sunday, Monday forecasts look good and then hopefully more moisture. The last week has been fraught with difficult weather.

2026 11 MILE MARINA PIKE A THON MAY 2 - 16 details posted on contest page PARTICIPANT SIGN UP: If you would like to sign up for the catch a thon part of the event you can do that anytime before you go fishing between May 2 and May 15 in person at the Marina Store. $35.00 per participant. Heaviest weight for the two week period awarded $500.00 and bragging rights. Other places awarded cash based on number of sign ups.

SEMINARS AND FISH FRY

OPEN TO PUBLIC DO NOT HAVE TO BE A SIGNED PARTICIPANT

MAY 2ND, NORTHERN PIKE 101 LARRY FALK 11:00AM MARINA DECK “WHERE TO START, EQUIPMENT AND TIMING” PIKE 201 2:00PM MARINA DECK “WHERE TO GO, WHAT TO USE”

MAY 9TH: NORTHERN PIKE 101 10:30AM LARRY FALK, PARK AMPHITHEATRE “WHERE TO START. EQUIPMENT AND TIMING”

THE BIOLOGY OF NORTHERN PIKE 11;30AM BRIAN JOHNSON, COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE Learning about the specie is part of learning how to catch.

PIKE 201 LARRY FALK 2:00PM PARK AMPHITHEATRE “WHERE TO GO WHAT TO USE”

MAY 16TH: THE WAY TO FILLET: 10:30AM MARINA DECK: Now that you caught one or more what’s the plan?? Alex Falk demo’s the do’s and dont’s of cleaning/filleting a Northern Pike.

SALMON: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Bite is still on. So from April 6 until now boaters targeting salmon have been doing well. Have not seen a “bite” like this in 5 or 6 years. Two and three year old mostly. Limits being caught but we are happy just to catch them for a change. Very spot specific. Find the spot work it get rewarded. Try Duck to Deer Island and stright out form Marina. They are deep. 60 feet of water suspended 30 to 50 feet. Some like Green Rainbow Pop Gear but not required. We catch them without pop gear on a downrigger with just a lure like a brass bikini Needlefish of 7 gram Brown Trout Tasmanian Devil. Mack’s Wedding Rings and Wiggle Hootchies doing well tipped with Gulp Flamingo Pink Garlic Maggots. A kernel of shoe peg corn does pretty good too. Stop in for latest updates.

CPW has completed this years stocking with 500,000. They have been stocking those numbers for the last several years and hopefully we will see the bite continue.

CR 23 to 59: FAIR: They recently graded and it is better than it was but wash board conditions already appearing.

CR 92 to CR 59: FAIR: The stretch through the Park was just graded (thank you very much) but washboard conditions returning

PIC # 1: Our staff often take their ten minute break with ten casts. This one took one cast.

PIC # 2: The head of heads with laser sharp teeth. Celebrating Northern Pike

PIC # 3: He was looking to catch and we told him don’t go far. Right here is good and so it was.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.23.26

April 23, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS OFF SEASON: FRIDAY - MONDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM (Tuesday- Thursday depending on staff if we are here)

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Lake open for boating. Water in Park gets turned on May 1. All fishing access areas open.

ANTERO/SPINNEY: As most have heard they will be draining Antero. We have seen this story before. It’s unfortunate but is what it is. They will more than likely move many fish here in trucks, limits are now off at Antero and the Bald Eagles will have a feast with all the leftovers.

ELEVEN MILE WATER LEVEL: Unlike Spinney which is owned by Aurora. Eleven Mile is a Denver reservoir and currently is at full capacity or very close to it. Historically it is an emergency go to water storage facility and levels rarely fluctuate. We don’t anticipate that changing in the short term for this season. The last major draw down of Eleven Mile was 2002 the Haymen Fire year when it was lowered 23 vertical feet. At that time they extended the boat ramp

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Opens to shore fishing Friday April 3. If draught conditions continue it is unlikely that the lake will be able to service boats this season. Water level currently dropping.

PARK COUNTY FIRE BAN: Propane stoves and fire rings allowed. There has been some moisture but nothing to write home about.

WATER TEMP: 45

WATER FLOW: 97.7 CFS IN 74.5 CFS OUT

LOGO DISCOUNT OFFER: WEAR ANY 11 MILE MARINA LOGO MERCH FROM PRIOR PURCHASE WHEN YOU COME IN AND GET 10% OFF ON ANY PURCHASE EXCEPT LIQUOR/TOBACCO/BOAT RENTALS

11 MILE MARINA PRESENTS THE ELEVEN MILE/SPINNEY PIKE A THON: Details posted on contest page. BUT this is not a contest. In cooperation with CPW 11 Mile Marina will be trying out a new event. We use to have an annual Pike tournament which was sanctioned by CPW. They believed it is was a worthy event to help keep Pike at a good balance. We stopped doing it because the business market changed. It was an event to help business in slow times but now weekends in September are always busy and the contest got in the way. The objective now is to educate people about the Northern Pike species. How to catch them, how to clean them, how to eat them. And how to hold them LOL. Historically Northern Pike were introduced to help control other specie such as suckers. Without the proper balance Pike can overrun a lake as they generally don’t differentiate between suckers, trout and other specie. The only main predator the Pike have are anglers. The Pike situation at Eleven Mile is currently one of good balance where we would like to keep it. Spinney is another story where the numbers of Pike are larger than CPW would like. We are setting up a page on the CONTEST LINK with all the details. The event will be held from May 2 - May 16. There will be seminars on Saturday the 2nd and the 9th. A fish fry on the 16th. Participants will be able to weigh in fish for two weeks. Heaviest weight will win a minimum of $500.00. Still working on details which will be posted soon on the dedicated page.

CATCH YOUR TROPHY NOW

TROUT: FAIR TO GOOD: Spawn action continues as bigger fish are found in shallow water. You need to be ready to move and change up baits. Fishing in the same spot all the time because it’s your favorite and expecting a different result from your last slow outing is as they say….. There are fish all around this lake and we all have our favorite spots but they don’t always produce. We also all have our favorite baits and the same holds true. They don’t always perform. When we go out on shore we each typically have at least four rods prepped and ready with different baits. Go through the rotation and move down the shoreline depending on action. On a boat it depends on what we are fishing for but always have multiple rigs ready.

SALMON: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Bite is on. Have not seen one like this in 5 or 6 years. Two and three year old mostly. Limits being caught but we are happy just to catch them for a change. Very spot specific. Find the spot work it get rewarded. Try Duck to Deer Island and stright out form Marina. They are deep. 60 feet of water suspended 30 to 50 feet. Some like Green Rainbow Pop Gear but not required. We catch them without pop gear on a downrigger with just a lure like a brass bikini Needlefish of 7 gram Brown Trout Tasmanian Devil. Mack’s Wedding Rings and Wiggle Hootchies doing well tipped with Gulp Flamingo Pink Garlic Maggots. A kernel of shoe peg corn does pretty good too.

CPW is in the process of stocking Kokanee here. So far we have received 300,000 with another 200,000 on the way. Those are good numbers for future prospects.

ROAD: GOOD: They have chip and sealed the road from Lake George to CR/92 then dirt for about 2 miles then chip and seal to the General Store. The 2 miles of loose dirt and gravel was just graded and sprayed. It is as good as it will be right now. The new chip and seal installed by mistake and not done as well as the CR90 section is seeing some wear due to the heavy logging equipment going in and out. Crickets out of Park County BOCC. For now the way in from Lake George is still way better than last year.

CR 23 to 59: FAIR TO GOOD: They recently graded and it is better than it was.

CR 92 to CR 59: GOOD: The stretch through the Park was just graded (thank you very much)

PIC # 1: The family that fishes together catches together. Great day!!

PIC # 2: Kokanee it’s what’s for Dinner.

PIC # 3: Brantley got this great fish early in the morning. Rainbow Power Bait.

PIC # 4: Nice Trout like this being caught everyday.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.16.26

April 16, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS OFF SEASON: FRIDAY - MONDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM (Tuesday- Thursday depending on staff if we are here)

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Lake open for boating. If you choose to use your canoe, kayak or SUP know that the water is very cold and April weather can be calm one minute and gale force the next. Don’t go unprepared and try not to go to far from shore. For you motor boaters time for the annual checklist: Battery, connections, boat plug etc. Make sure PFD’s and safety equipment is on board.

PARK COUNTY FIRE BAN: Propane stoves and fire rings allowed. There has been some moisture but nothing to write home about.

WATER TEMP: 45

WATER FLOW: 97.7 CFS IN 74.5 CFS OUT

LOGO DISCOUNT OFFER: WEAR ANY 11 MILE MARINA LOGO MERCH FROM PRIOR PURCHASE WHEN YOU COME IN AND GET 10% OFF ON ANY PURCHASE EXCEPT LIQUOR/TOBACCO/BOAT RENTALS

11 MILE MARINA PRESENTS THE ELEVEN MILE/SPINNEY PIKE A THON: In cooperation with CPW 11 Mile Marina will be trying out a new event. We use to have an annual Pike tournament which was sanctioned by CPW. They believed it is was a worthy event to help keep Pike at a good balance. We stopped doing it because the business market changed. It was an event to help business in slow times but now weekends in September are always busy and the contest got in the way. The objective now is to educate people about the Northern Pike species. How to catch them, how to clean them, how to eat them. And how to hold them LOL. Historically Northern Pike were introduced to help control other specie such as suckers. Without the proper balance Pike can overrun a lake as they generally don’t differentiate between suckers, trout and other specie. The only main predator the Pike have are anglers. The Pike situation at Eleven Mile is currently one of good balance where we would like to keep it. Spinney is another story where the numbers of Pike are larger than CPW would like. We are setting up a page on the CONTEST LINK with all the details. The event will be held from May 2 - May 16. There will be seminars on Saturday the 2nd and the 9th. A fish fry on the 16th. Participants will be able to weigh in fish for two weeks. Heaviest weight will win a minimum of $500.00. Still working on details which will be posted soon on the dedicated page.

CATCH YOUR TROPHY NOW

SALMON:FAIR TO GOOD: Well it looks like there is a bit of a good bite going on or at least for a couple days so far. We start getting our boats in this week and can’t wait to go out and give it shot. Reports from some successful anglers have stated they got a limit. Current bag and possession limit here is 10 fish. Most action from Duck Island to Deer Island and straight out from the Marina on lead core with dodger with a variety of offerings. Try Mack’s wedding ring or wiggle hootchie, cerise/pearl Needlefish size #1 and Luminous Tas Devil. Some like to tip the hook with a Gulp Flamingo maggot, shoe peg corn or other secret scents. Five colors of lead gets you in the 30’s. This is great news if we can see a sustained bite. Last year it lasted about two weeks. Every year is different. One can only hope.

CPW is in the process of stocking Kokanee here. So far we have received 300,000 with another 200,000 on the way. Those are good numbers for future prospects.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR TO GOOD: Bite has slowed a bit but fish still being landed. Big sticks in 8 to 12 feet of water have seen good action. The F18 Pike pattern is one of our favorites particularly in spawn season and not always easy to find. We just got some in. Bite times vary but mid morning has been good

ROAD: GOOD: They have chip and sealed the road from Lake George to CR/92 then dirt for about 2 miles then chip and seal to the General Store. The 2 miles of loose dirt and gravel was just graded and sprayed. It is as good as it will be right now. The new chip and seal installed by mistake and not done as well as the CR90 section is seeing some wear due to the heavy logging equipment going in and out. Crickets out of Park County BOCC. For now the way in from Lake George is still way better than last year.

CR 23 to 59: FAIR TO POOR: They recently graded and it is better than it was. Unfortunately Park County has told CPW to pound sand and is obviously not maintaining the County road from General Store through the Park. They want the State to maintain it. However it is a County road and should be maintained by the County. Just because it’s through a State Park they argue they shouldn’t have to take care of it. By that logic County roads that go through National Forest should be maintained by the Feds.

PIC # 1: 8 is almost 10 and makes for a happy day.

PIC # 2: A head mount we have in the store. You can seen how dangerous that mouth is if handled improperly. Even the back of the tongue has big teeth. Also if you stick your ungloved hand in the gills it will come out shredded since they also have razor sharp edges. If you are going to keep the fish and don’t hold it by the eyes you are asking for trouble. They go totally limp. Suppose you could club them to death.

PIC # 3: He reeled it in all by himself.

PIC # 4: Nice male Cuttbow. Garlic crawlers

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.09.26

April 10, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

MARINA STORE HOURS OFF SEASON: FRIDAY - MONDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM (Tuesday- Thursday depending on staff if we are here)

REMEMBER !! FISHING LICENSES EXPIRED 03.31.26.

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Opens to shore fishing Friday April 3. If draught conditions continue it is unlikely that the lake will be able to service boats this season.

PARK COUNTY FIRE BAN

WATER TEMP: 45

WATER FLOW: 97.7 CFS IN 74.5 CFS OUT

LOGO DISCOUNT: WEAR ANY 11 MILE MARINA LOGO MERCH FROM PREVIOUS PURCHASE WHEN YOU COME IN THE MARINA STORE AND GET 10% OFF ON ANY PURCHASE EXCEPT LIQUOR/TOBACCO/BOAT RENTALS.

11 MILE MARINA PRESENTS THE ELEVEN MILE/SPINNEY PIKE A THON: In cooperation with CPW 11 Mile Marina will be trying out a new event. We use to have an annual Pike tournament which was sanctioned by CPW. They believed it is was a worthy event to help keep Pike at a good balance. We stopped doing it because the business market changed. It was an event to help business in slow times but now weekends in September are always busy and the contest got in the way. The objective now is to educate people about the Northern Pike species. How to catch them, how to clean them, how to eat them. And how to hold them LOL. Historically Northern Pike were introduced to help control other specie such as suckers. Without the proper balance Pike can overrun a lake as they generally don’t differentiate between suckers, trout and other specie. The only main predator the Pike have are anglers. The Pike situation at Eleven Mile is currently one of good balance. Spinney is another story where the numbers of Pike are larger than CPW would like. We are setting up a page on the CONTEST LINK with all the details. The event will be held from May 2 - May 16. There will be seminars on Saturday the 2nd and the 9th. A fish fry on the 16th. Participants will be able to weigh in fish for two weeks. Heaviest weight will win a minimum of $500.00. Still working on details which will be posted soon on the dedicated page.

CATCH YOUR TROPHY NOW

TROUT: GOOD: Action is good with a fair number of Browns showing up and nice ones at that. Many different baits are working depending on the time of the day. Big fish are still in the shallows spawning. Go through the tackle box to find the right lure and color. Just when you think you found the hot bait they stop hitting it.

SALMON:NO REPORT:

NORTHERN PIKE: GOOD: As the water warms the action continues to pick up. Look to big sticks like the Rapala F-18 Pike Pattern and J-13 in gold or black. Work the shoreline in more than one spot and wind is your friend if it’s at your back. Again go through the tackle box and try a variety of baits.

PARK COUNTY BOCC: They continue to ignore the issue. CR 90 was chip and sealed with a grant with the other chip and seal section to the General Store done by mistake and not done properly. BOCC rep Amy Mitchell hung her hat on legislation. How did that go Amy? Crickets out of the BOCC.

ROAD: GOOD: They have chip and sealed the road from Lake George to CR/92 then dirt for about 2 miles then chip and seal to the General Store. The 2 miles of loose dirt and gravel is getting wash boarded and in fair to poor condition but still a small section of the 10 mile ride in. It has been graded from time to time. The new chip and seal installed by mistake and not done as well as the CR90 section is seeing some wear due to the heavy logging equipment going in and out. Crickets out of Park County BOCC. For now the way in from Lake George is still way better than last year.

CR92/59 to 23: POOR : The no chip and seal 2 mile section from 90/92 turn to 92 has seen better days. They graded CR 23 to CR59 then to the cattle guard before the Park. They refuse to do the section through the Park insisting the State is responsible.

PIC # 1: A beautiful fish at sundown for Brett and son. Pic courtesy Brett

PIC # 2: Both caught in the north Shore area on the Eleven Mile Nightcrawler/mallow sandwich. Lawrence has fished the Mile for 25 years and knows you have to pay your dues to get rewarded.

PIC # 3: Both caught on tube jig.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.02.26

April 02, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHIN

MARINA STORE HOURS OFF SEASON: FRIDAY - MONDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM (Tuesday- Thursday depending on staff if we are here)

REMEMBER !! FISHING LICENSES EXPIRED 03.31.26.

ANNOUNCING THE FIRST ANNUAL 11 MILE MARINA MAY ELEVEN MILE/SPINNEY “PIKE A THON” A TWO WEEK EVENT DATES AND DETAILS TO BE POSTED SOON

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Lake opens to boating April 6. Not all campsites are open. Park facilities ie. water, showers and laundry not open. May 1 is date for water. Electric sites available. Call CPW office 719-748-3401 for info, details and questions. Park County Fire Ban currently in effect.

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Opens to shore fishing Friday April 3. For details on opening procedures go to Eleven Mile/Spinney State Park FB page.

WATER TEMP: 40-42

WATER FLOW: 97.7 CFS IN 74.5 CFS OUT

LOGO DISCOUNT: WEAR ANY MARINA LOGO MERCH WHEN YOU COME IN AND GET 10% OFF ON EVERYTHING ACCEPT LIQUOR/TOBACCO

CATCH YOUR TROPHY NOW

TROUT: GOOD: Action has been steady. Ice off action should go on a little longer. Cuttbows in spawn mode. Browns are active. Look to the tackle box and change up frequently if need be. We really like tube jigs this time of year. Marabou jigs also one of our favorites. Just got in a bunch of new tubes and Marabous should be here any day. We don’t necessarily rush out on a boat when the lake opens. Have been doing great from shore on big fish particularly at sundown until it’s dark and you can’t hardly see. Rapala’s and Kastmasters also a hot ticket look to Leach and egg patterns on the fly and night crawlers don’t let you down.

SALMON:NO REPORT:

NORTHERN PIKE: GOOD: Right at ice off it was slow. Once the water warmed a bit they turned on and many anglers were seeing successful action in shallow water. Look to big sticks like the Rapala F-18 Pike Pattern and J-13 in gold or black. Work the shorelin in more than one spot and wind is your friend if it’s at your back.

ROAD: GOOD: They have chip and sealed the road from Lake George to CR/92 then dirt for about 2 miles then chip and seal to the General Store. The 2 miles of loose dirt and gravel is getting wash boarded and in fair to poor condition but still a small section of the 10 mile ride in. The new chip and seal installed by mistake and not done as well as the CR90 section is seeing some wear due to the heavy logging equipment going in and out. Crickets out of Park County BOCC. For now the way in from Lake George is still way better than last year.

CR92/59 to 23:FAIR TO POOR : The no chip and seal 2 mile section from 90/92 turn to 92 has seen better days. Logging and heavy equipment traffic continue taking a toll

PIC # 1:

PIC # 2: PIKE are biting

PIC # 3: And so are the BIG TROUT

PIC # 4: Came into the Marina for some helpful advice to catch a Pike. Got this one on the Rapala we sold her.

PIC # 5: 5 1/2 lb Snake River Cutthroat caught at Spinney many years ago. A beautiful 360 degree mount. OH and a great selection of Dry Creek Outfitters tubes in the store now. AND we have Trokar tube jig hooks that are super strong and Gamakatsu round jig heads

PIC # 6: The Fairplay Flume asked permission to reprint Weekly Fishing Report which we gladly granted.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 03.19.26

March 19, 2026 by lawrence falk

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IT’S ABOUT THE CATCHING

NO REPORT MARCH 26

MARINA STORE HOURS OFF SEASON: FRIDAY - MONDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM (Tuesday- Thursday depending on staff if we are here)

REMEMBER !! FISHING LICENSES EXPIRE 03.31.26. WE SELL LICENSES

**PIC UPDATE SATURDAY 03.21.26 LOOKS LIKE WATER WARMED PIKE STARTED BITING**

CURRENT CONDITIONS:ICE OFF. The lake is completely free of ice. CPW announces boating will start April 6 half hour before Sunrise. Spinney opens to shore fishing April 3. Hand carry boats allowed at Eleven Mile now. All fishing access areas are open. Some camping areas still currently closed. Electric sites available. Park water is not on yet. Given the levels at Spinney there is no telling when or if it will open to boating this season. Accept for March 6 when we had a surprise 8” dump there has been no snow for what is usually a very snowy month. No snow on the ground.

WATER TEMP: 39-40

WATER FLOW: 66.3 CFS IN 56 CFS OUT

LOGO DISCOUNT: WEAR ANY MARINA LOGO MERCH WHEN YOU COME IN AND GET 10% OFF ON EVERYTHING ACCEPT LIQUOR/TOBACCO

NO REPORT MARCH 26 CLICK THE BOX ABOVE TO SUPPORT THE REPORT

ICE OFF IS TROPHY TIME!! This is a great time to catch big fish. What you don’t know you don’t know. Conditions may be challenging but for those that know…they know!!

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Big fish is the order of the day. Plenty of fish caught over 20” to 25”. This time of year it can happen throughout the day depending on conditions. As Isaiah (pic above) knows the wind does not keep the fish away. If anything it is better than the calm. Lots of different baits working. Jigs, flies, lures and baits of a variety and type. Additional rod stamp enables you to throw out some bait while pitching a Kastmaster, tube or Rapala. Stop in for the latest update. Prime ice off conditions lasts a few weeks.

SALMON:NO REPORT: No ice no salmon.

NORTHERN PIKE: POOR: Have not caught any or spoke to anyone who has as of late. Not for lack of trying. Still a little early and hopefully as the water warms we will see improved action.

ROAD: GOOD: They have chip and sealed the road from Lake George to CR/92 then dirt for about 2 miles then chip and seal to the General Store. The 2 miles of loose dirt and gravel is getting wash boarded and in fair to poor condition but still a small section of the 10 mile ride in. The new chip and seal installed by mistake and not done as well as the CR90 section is seeing some wear due to the heavy logging equipment going in and out. Crickets out of Park County BOCC. For now the way in from Lake George is still way better than last year.

CR92/59 to 23:FAIR TO POOR : The no chip and seal 2 mile section from 90/92 turn to 92 has seen better days. Logging and heavy equipment traffic continue taking a toll

PIC # 1: Marina staffer Steve lands this great Cuttbow at sundown. He knows!

PIC # 2: “Ice off bite is hot. 3/14/26 battling the high winds paid off!” pic courtesy Isaiah T. He knows!!

PIC # 3: Watched him fight this Gunker just down the shoreline from Marina. He definitely knows!!!

PIC # 4: Caught and released swam off to lay some eggs. 2 1/2” pumpkin pepper tube. He really knows too!!!!

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 03.12.26

March 12, 2026 by lawrence falk

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CURRENT CONDITIONS: ICE OFF: Lake is 100% ice free. CPW just announced opening day for boating will be April 6. Hand carry allowed right now. All shoreline areas are fishable. Spinney is ice free and will open to shore fishing April 3. Hand carry then, no motorized hand carry until April 6. It will not be opening to motorized boating anytime soon or at all this season do to extremely low water level. Park facilities still on Off Season status. Electric sites available. Call Park 719-748-3401 for more information.

BOAT RENTAL RESERVATIONS: Now available online. We have not decided on rate increases yet. Trying to hold off. We are going to modify our High Season Rates dating from all of July to June 15 through August 15. If you are interested in those June or August dates that dating has not been modified online reservations yet so you can book now and save on those dates and rates.

HOURS: Friday - Monday 8:00AM to 4:00PM If we are here working Tuesday - Thursday we will be open also.

PARK OPEN 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 64.9 CFS IN 64.4 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 38

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA MARCH MADNESS RESULTS TO BE POSTED SOON. IT WAS A GREAT DAY

ICE OFF IS TROPHY TIME!! This is a great time to catch big fish. Conditions may be challenging but for those that know…they know!!

TROUT: FAIR TO GOOD: Lots of big fish being landed but action is hit and miss. Put the time in and hit the hot times. Sundown and sunriseis always good but this time of year can see action anytime through out the day. Lots of baits work. Choose your favorite, time to go trophy fishing. Black has been hot. Marabous and Black Woolly Bugger on fly rod or fly and bubble on spin cast. No one likes the wind but for catching better than dead stick calm. Stop in for latest info

SALMON:NO REPORT: No ice no salmon.

NORTHERN PIKE: NO REPORT: Haven’t heard from anyone yet accept for some one who got one on Chartreuse Power Bait. We like Rapalas, big spoons, Kastmasters. It was one of the best ice seasons for Pike even if it was a short season. Not one Pike was weighed in at March Madness. Guess it was great from the ice and Poor from the shore.

CR92/59 to 23: FAIR TO POOR : The no chip and seal 2 mile section from 90/92 turn to 92 has seen better days. Logging and heavy equipment traffic taking a toll

PIC # 1: Haley, Marina March Madness Pro-Team # 21 catches this killer Brown on tube jig. 5.75 lbs gets a chip in the BFP bucket…did not win

PIC # 2: Pro Team # P3 Okorn/Chun weighs in this 6.555lbs male Cuttbow to get a chip in the BFP bucket and for the first time in a number of years wins the BFP draw for $1,610.00

PIC # 3: Ford Williams Pro Team # P7 with a nice 4.08lbs Cuttbow

PIC # 4: Antero Fish and a nice one caught March 8! Pic courtesy Kathleen P.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 03.05.26

March 05, 2026 by lawrence falk

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MARINA MARCH MADNESS MARCH 7 EPIC ICE OFF EVENT

CURRENT CONDITIONS: ICE OFF Lake is 80% open water. All of West end is open and fishable from shore. There is some ice on the East end. We did get about 6 inches of snow Monday night into Tuesday. Most has already melted. This is prime time ice off catching conditions. When you go you need to go prepared for all weather conditions. Saturday weather forecast looks good. Possible snow Friday but it’s Spring conditions with quick melting.

MARINA MARCH MADNESS/CONTEST UPDATE: IT WILL BE AN EPIC ICE OFF SHORE FISHING CONTEST: Teams may fish anywhere on the lake, shore or ice. Three fish total bag weight. Trout or Pike combined. PAYOUT EXAMPLE: Based on 100 teams $700.00 1st Place $675.00 second place and reduced by $25.00 per place. 15th Place $350.00 PRO $400.00 1st Place $375.00 2nd Place $350.00 3rd Place. IT’s MADNESS!! BONUS cash to be determined

Contest check in begins at 5:00AM 5:00AM 5:00AM NOT 4:00 like previous contests. There will be early check in all day Friday. Contest starts at 7:00AM ends at 2:00PM. The weigh will take some time so we need to start just a little earlier than 2:30PM. If you are not registered you can walk up and sign up after all preregistered are done.

Bonus money for Colorado Classic remains the same. Five dollars per team per contest go into the pool for the Season. 310 teams so far $1,550.00 total for 3 teams with most points each Division with PRO’s getting the higher amount tbd. Points: 25 for 1st reduced by one point per place down to 15th Place. BIG FISH POT same theory as all previous March Madness have been. This time you will qualify if you have the big fish in each Division and the second biggest fish in each Division. Four poker chips will be in the bucket with random draw the winner of the Pot. 25 Points for BFP. It’s Marina March Madness and meant to make things fun. Of course if you catch the biggest fish and don’t get drawn you are not happy but it’s all about getting a chip in the game and we have always done it that way but it was 6 poker chips previously. Earn bonus points for any and all Pike brought in. They do not have to be part of your bag weight.

TOYOTA TACOMA: It’s like a hole in one chance but it’s possible. Colorado Springs Toyota Dealers Association has purchased insurance from ODDS ON PROMOTIONS. They have sent us a secret two digit winning number. To qualify you must be in all three contests. Currently there are 80 qualified teams. If you enter all three individually you qualify along with Colorado Classic participants who are all qualified. You must weigh in at least one fish to qualify 14” minimum length. You will have a weigh in ticket. The two numbers to the right of the decimal point are your lucky numbers. All qualifying teams will have a poker chip with their team number on it. Random draw from the bucket is the team that gets to match the pre chosen number to win a 2026 Tacoma. It’s Marina March Madness and meant to be FUN!!

NO HAND CARRY BOATS or FLOAT TUBES for contest: Although they are allowed by regulation CPW is not quite prepared for water rescue and we do not want to take the risk.

ANY and all final details will be announced at weigh in.

HOURS: Friday - Monday 8:00AM to 4:00PM Saturday open at 7:00AM If we are here working Tuesday - Thursday we will be open also.

PARK OPEN 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 80 CFS IN (almost perfect) 58.8 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: cold

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

ICE OFF IS TROPHY TIME!!

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: It’s been less than a week for Ice Off action and it is getting better by the day. This time of year all baits work at some point. If you are in the contest one bait pole and one spin casting or fly rod is the way to go with second rod stamp of course. We go thru the box with heavy emphasis on tube jigs and Kastmasters. Night Crawlers/mallow, power bait (we like Chartreuse) and anyone with garlic scent. Flies to like are Leaches and Wooly Buggers. Stop in for the latest updates.

SALMON:NO REPORT: No ice no salmon.

CR92/59 to 23: FAIR TO POOR : The no chip and seal 2 mile section from 90/92 turn to 92 has seen better days.

PIC # 1: Sundown at main boat ramp. Black Marabou 1/4 oz. Caught and released waiting on you!

PIC # 2: Down from Denver with some friends got this nice one. Pic courtesy Mark K.

PIC # 3: His last fish out of the ice and his biggest Pike ever out of the ice pushing 14lbs.

PIC # 4: Her first Ice Off fish of the season. Nice 18” on tube jig.

PIC # 5: Today at Corral Cove. Possibly the last fishable ice.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 02.26.26

February 26, 2026 by lawrence falk

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MARINA MARCH MADNESS MARCH 7 SIGN UP NOW

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Lake is 70% Ice Covered and coming off fast. The warm and windy conditions are doing a number on the ice. There are plenty of shore opportunities on the West end and plenty of ice opportunities today at least on the East end. Ice at Corral Cove was still 10 to 13 inches with access but it’s a daily jig. Early On Early Off if you are looking to hit the late ice. Ice Off is upon us. This is the best time of the year to catch trophy fish.

MARINA MARCH MADNESS/CONTEST UPDATE: OK HERE WE GO Teams may fish anywhere on the lake. Three fish total bag weight. Trout or Pike combined. PAYOUT EXAMPLE: Based on 100 teams $700.00 1st Place $675.00 second place and reduced by $25.00 per place. 15th Place $350.00 for PRO $400.00 1st Place $375.00 2nd Place $350.00 3rd Place

Bonus money for Colorado Classic remains the same. Points: 25 for 1st reduced by one point per place down to 15th Place. BIG FISH POT same theory as March Madness has been. 10 Points for every Pike you bring in. Does not have to be in your weight bag Random draw from the four big fish, two from EDA two from PRO. It’s march Madness and meant to make things fun. Of course if you catch the biggest fish and don’t get drawn you are not happy but it’s all about getting a chip in the game and we have always done it that way but it was 6 fish previously.

NO HAND CARRY BOATS or FLOAT TUBES: CPW is not prepared for water rescue and we do not want to take the risk.

Tournament is on regardless of conditions. This will be an EPIC contest. If you wanted to plan an Ice Off contest it would be near impossible to pick a date and win. It looks like this will be an historic event. Sign up online through March 4 NOW and fish from shore. Sure to be exciting and fun. Working on details now but it will be an all specie contest anywhere on the lake. The last time this happened you could choose to weigh in fish in essentially three different sets (contests). Weigh in was very difficult and time consuming, trying to find a happy place…stay tuned or find out when you show up. As we always say “IT’S MADNESS!!”

SUMMER OUTLOOK: The South Platte River Basin is at 42% of average the lowest recorded in 50 years. That certainly raises concerns for many reasons. Spinney was closed early to boating due to low water levels and the City of Aurora is already saying it’s doubtful Spinney will be open for boating at all this Season. Eleven Mile is one of Denver Water’s emergency impoundments and doesn’t fluctuate much unless it’s an emergency. The Haymen Fire (2002) was it’s last emergency when Antero was drained completely and Eleven Mile was dropped 23 vertical feet. The boat ramp was only designed for a five foot drop. The GOOD news is during that time Denver Water extended the ramp to where the lake was at a 23 foot drop. No one wants to see that but just in case we can still be boating. Because Antero is so shallow and loses huge water to evaporation it is likely they would drain it before they hit up Eleven Mile. When it comes to water in Colorado, recreation use takes a back seat.

HOURS: Friday - Monday 8:00AM to 4:00PM Saturday open at 7:00AM If we are here working Tuesday - Thursday we will be open also.

PARK OPEN 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 46.4 CFS IN 58.8 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: cold

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

TROUT: GOOD: Cutthroats, Cuttbows and Browns all were on the ice this past weekend as a grand finally for a short and bittersweet ice season was in play. Now it’s on to Ice Off trophy catching time. Every bait works at ice off. Flies, lures, jigs , and baits of all kinds are on their menu. Dress appropriately because it may not be ice on but when the wind blows it will certainly feel like it.

SALMON: FAIR TO GOOD: The pic above was a great cap to a short ice season for three lucky anglers. They were straight out from Marina in 64 feet of water down 40-45 feet. For those diehard Salmon hunters a limit is always your goal. Legal limit is 10 fish. They only live 4 years so it is meant to be a fish for eating and feeding the family. Fill the smoker up and enjoy. Chances of getting out there this weekend are very slim.

NORTHERN PIKE: EXCELLENT: People were hootin and hollerin last weekend as the Pike bite was a full on Pike-A-Thon. Lots of great fish of all sizes caught mostly on water dogs. YUM YUM eat em up eat em up.

CR92/59 to 23: FAIR TO POOR : The no chip and seal 2 mile section from 90/92 turn to 92 has seen better days.

PIC # 1: Pic taken right out our backdoor on Tuesday by Jamie Johnston. She and her husband are annual slip renters. As a hobby she is one heck of a wildlife photographer.

PIC # 2: Carter’s first Pike. Pic courtesy of Tyler Elwell who grew up fishing the Mile with his Dad and years back worked for the Marina. Now he is a Colorado Springs Police Officer/Investigator and is following his Dad’s lead getting Carter into fishing and catching!

PIC # 3: Did not get this boy’s name but he was part of the lucky group that scored in pic below him.

PIC # 4: A great day Kokanee catching that are far and few between these days. Reported this strong action on Swedish Pimples tipped with Pink Gulp Flamingo Maggots.

PIC # 5: Marina Staffer, Steve, reports the river flow is low but the catching is good! Don’t have to be a fly angler to score at the Dream Stream. Caught on Sierra Slammer Wonderbread tube jig.

PIC # 6: Last weekend saw hardwater anglers getting into fish like this.

PIC # 7: For some fun Jamie went a little AI on us with Mr. Eagle from the Olympics. USA USA!

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