Fishing at John Martin Reservoir

Lake Hasty, just below the  dam, is stocked with trout,  bluegill, bass, crappie, saugeye, and wiper.  Check the Colorado Division of Wildlife fishing guidelines.

John Martin Reservoir offers many types of warm-water fish. Early and late spring are popular for crappie and saugeye fishing.  Anglers from all over the country come to John Martin Reservoir early to mid-summer to fish for bass and wiper. Late-night anglers will find channel catfish and walleye all summer long. Bluegill and drum are found throughout the seasons as well. Fall usually brings another run of crappie and wiper.

North shore gates to the boat ramps and dam will closed Nov. 1 to the last day of dark goose season  for the annual waterfowl closure per the lease and operating agreement with the Corps of Engineers.  Fishing is not allowed inside this area. 

For current fishing condition, check the John Martin Conditions page .  For the current water levels, try the Water Level Update link.