Where to Go Elevenmile Reservoir
Current Reports
Open 9 am to 6 pm Daily
Report Date: 9/10/2026
North Shore boat ramp is now open for the season from one half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset daily.
Witchers Cove boat ramp is open on WEEKENDS ONLY from 6 am to 4 pm until September 6th
Current Conditions
With water levels holding near full capacity and water temperatures at the surface reading in the high 50’s to mid 60’s, fish are happy but may be seeking deeper water as those temperatures climb.
Weather:
Short Term -
Warmer, sunny weather through the weekend will give way to afternoon thunderstorms and cooler temperatures starting on Monday and carrying through the rest of the week.
Long Term -
Expect consistent afternoon Thunderstorms and cooler temperatures to carry through the rest of the month. Pack a rain jacket and plan to fish earlier in the day to avoid inclement weather.
Tactics:
Fishing an indicator rig suspended 6-12 feet below the surface along the edges of weed beds and other drop offs are producing great results. Callibaetis nymphs, Chironomids, or size 10-12 Balanced Leeches (black or olive) are all solid strategies. If targeting Northern Pike, large jerkbaits, Slump Busters, Wooly Buggers and streamers near the weed beds is a solid strategy.
Hatches:
Terrestrial insects like ants, grasshoppers, and beetles are all active near the banks. Callibaetis Mayflies and Midge emergers in the morning/throughout the day. Caddis are present through the afternoon but sparse.
Tips:
Focus your efforts along outer weedlines, rock ledges, and structural drop-offs where fish can easily slip into deeper, cooler water. If fishing from shore or float tube, wade carefully around thick aquatic vegetation to avoid getting tangled or spooking fish in the shallows. Boaters should target the deeper channels near North Shore, Witch's Head, or Howbert Point where trout retreat during bright midday sun.
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Recommended Fly Patterns
Dry Fly Patterns
- Parachute Adams, sizes #14-16
- Renegade, sizes #14-16
- Amy's Ant, red, sizes #14-16
Nymph Patterns
- Bubba's Callibaetis, size #16
- Galloups Callibaetis, size #16
- Rowley's grey bot, size #14
- Balanced leather leach, black/olive, size #10
- Damsel Nymph, size #14
Streamer Patterns
- Mini Dungeon, olive, size #8
- Silk Kitty, yellow, size #4
- Game changer, white, size #6
- Meat whistle, light colors. size #8
Anglers Covey Bug Of The MOnth:
Elevenmile Reservoir is the heart of South Park fishing. This amazing fishery can challenge anglers mostly because it is so big that it's difficult to locate fish. The reservoir has rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, kokanee salmon, carp, and northern pike. The average fish caught is around 16 inches. However, because of the size and depth of the reservoir and the abundance of nutrients, Elevenmile can grow very large trout and pike. There are great facilities including a shower at the main office for campers. A daily state parks pass for Elevenmile is 7 dollars.
This is an area we specialize in and are permitted to guide, so give us a shout if you have any questions or if you are interested in allowing one of our Orvis-Endorsed guides showing you how to conquer Elevenmile Reservoir.