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Boat Ramps - 2/3/2012

All ramps have closed for the season. They will re-open next spring after ice-off. For basic boating information please refer to the Boating Conditions section below. When the ramps re-open in the spring: All trailered vessels of any description must be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species prior to either launching at or exiting from the Eleven Mile Reservoir boat ramps. All vessels requiring an inspection MUST be cleaned, drained and dried prior to the inspection taking place. This includes requiring the removal of all snow, mud or other road debris from both the trailer and the vessel prior to the inspection. ***Due to confirmation that both Eurasion Water Milfoil and New Zealand Mud Snails are both present in Eleven Mile Reservoir, all boats MUST be inspected prior to leaving from the boat ramp parking lot. It is illegal to knowingly transport ANS.***

Boating - 2/3/2012

The reservoir has closed to all boating for the season. It will re-open to boating after ice-off in the spring. For boat ramp and ANS inspection information please refer to the Boat Ramp Conditions above.

Camping - 2/3/2012

The park has 10 electrical camp sites and over 150 camp sites that are available throughout the winter on a first-come, first-served basis. We are also now accepting reservations for arrivals in North Shore and Rocky Ridge beginning on May 4th or later and for arrivals beginning on May 11th or later in all other campgrounds. Campsites can be reserved between 3 to 180 days in advance of the reservation date by calling (1-800-678-2267) outside the Denver calling area, or at (303-470-1144) within the Denver calling area or can be made online at www.parks.state.co.us. Campsites are open on a First Come-First Served basis. The following loops have closed for the winter season: Rocky Ridge Campground Loops B-E, North Shore Campground Loop D and the Stoll Mountain Campground - West Loop. Rocky Ridge electric Loop A will remain open for the winter.

Fire Restrictions - 2/3/2012

Campfires are allowed within the permanently constructed fire pits and grills provided at camp and picnic sites. Wood and charcoal grills are permitted.

Fishing Report - 2/3/2012

The reservoir is completely frozen over. Ice thickness is 18-24" in most areas. TROUT: FAIR TO GOOD. Cross Creek is not the only place holding fish. Nice fish hanging around rock structures at Witchers Cove, Deer Island, Corral Cove and North Shore. Work the areas right up against or directly over structure. Kastmaster, Swedish Pimples and Krocodiles have done well on aggressive days. Sparkle tubes in pink and orange along with other micro jigs, crappie jigs and tube jigs have produced. Change up when rejected. SALMON: FAIR. This week has seen some improvement in the action and size of the fish being caught. The bite is best between 7 to 11 AM. Swedish Pimples, pink Sparkle tubes and the Cripple Herring are all taking down some kokes. A little Nitro Grease on the worm doesn’t hurt either. NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR. Some decent activity on the West end. Try the over flow channel accessed from Stoll Mountain. Its a hike but it can be worth the effort. Tubes and spoons and you can really get lucky on a Paddle Bug if they don’t chomp it off. Don't forget to register with 11 Mile Sports for the annual South Park Ice Masters Traveling Trophy Ice Fishing Tournament on February 11, 2012. Anglers are reminded that when heading out onto the ice it is always a good practice to so with another person, wear a PFD, bring at least 50 feet of rope, and drill test holes to determine ice thickness. Remember that ice thickness can change dramatically within relatively short walking distances. For basic boating or boat ramp information please refer to the Boating and Boat Ramp Conditions sections above.

Hunting - 2/3/2012

Hunting is permitted for legally hunted species during legal hunting seasons with a legal hunting license in areas that are not closed to hunting. A map of areas CLOSED TO ALL HUNTING is available under the maps section on the Eleven Mile Home Page.

Icing Conditions - 2/3/2012

The reservoir is completely frozen over and 18-24" of ice can be found in most locations. The South Park Ice Masters Tournament will be on Feb 11th so get your ice fishing gear ready. Contact the Elven Mile Marina for further info. Anglers are reminded that when heading out onto the ice, it is always a good practice to so with another person, wear a PFD, bring at least 50 feet of rope, and drill test holes to determine ice thickness. Remember that ice thickness can change dramatically within relatively short walking distances.

Park Entrance - 2/3/2012

The office hours are from 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. daily. Our duties occasionally take our staff out in the field, so the office may be closed for brief periods. Feel free to call the park at 719-748-3401 if you need additional information, or need to ensure a staff member is available upon your arrival.

Road Conditions - 2/3/2012

Watch for Black Ice on all road surfaces, particularly after snow storms.

Seasonal Closures - 2/3/2012

The Marina store will be open from 8AM - 4PM on Saturdays and Sundays and by appointment only Monday through Friday through the ice fishing season. Selected services and supplies are available. The Marina can be reached at (719)748-0317 or at www.11milesports.com.

Trails - 2/3/2012

All trails are open and available for use. State Parks and the Colorado State Forest Service conducted controlled burns in the Backcountry area in October 2011 in an effort to improve the plant species in the area and prevent catastrophic fires in the future. Portions of the trail system go through or are near these areas.

Water Levels - 2/3/2012

The reservoir is at 102% as of January 23rd.

Winter Conditions - 2/3/2012

Watch for black ice after snow storms. Snow cover is up to about 5" as of noon on 02/03.

Last Updated: 2/3/2012

Last Modified Date: 4/22/2011 12:59 PM