Fishing · Paonia, CO

Paonia Reservoir

easySpring conditions. Water temperatures beginning to rise, increasing fish activity. Shore fishing productive as fish move to shallower water. Ice may still be present at higher elevations in early spring.

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Delta County, 31 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

66°

Smoky

Feels like 66°

Trailhead temp

60° est. at 6,447 ft

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:17 am to 8:11 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 539 cfs, water 60°.

Distance

—

Elevation gain

886ft

High point

7,333ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Paonia Reservoir is a 334-surface-acre body of water located in Gunnison County, Colorado, within the North Fork Gunnison Basin. The reservoir sits at an elevation of 6,447 feet and serves as the primary feature of Paonia State Park. It is accessible from the town of Paonia, with parking available on-site. The fishing season runs from April through October. The fishery supports rainbow trout, brown trout, Kokanee salmon, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, and channel catfish. Access is considered easy, with flat routes to the shores and a pet-friendly environment. Anglers can utilize the area for picnicking, hiking, and camping alongside fishing.

Trail profile

Gain

886 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

7,333 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Main Access Point6,447 ft

2Secondary Access Point7,218 ft

3Fishing Access 26,462 ft

4Scenic Overlook7,333 ft

Latest water reportfair

Spring conditions. Water temperatures beginning to rise, increasing fish activity. Shore fishing productive as fish move to shallower water. Ice may still be present at higher elevations in early spring.

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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