Barr Lake fishing
Barr Lake fishing is on a reservoir. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked 2 times in 2026, most often in April and May.
- Last stocked
- May 1, 2026
- Plants on record
- 2
- Species recorded
- 0
- Elevation
- 5,094 ft
How Barr Lake is stocked
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Brighton
- Shore access
- Yes
- Boat ramp
- Yes
- ADA accessible
- Yes
- Fee required
- Yes
- Facilities
- restrooms
In Barr Lake State Park near Brighton: I-76 exit 22 to Bromley Lane, east to Picadilly Road, then south to the entrance. Shore and boat fishing are on the north half; the south half is a wildlife refuge. The ramp is on the east side, with ADA fishing piers. Daily vehicle pass required.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Colorado Parks and Wildlife before you go.
About Barr Lake
Nearest lakes
Public land at Barr Lake
Barr Lake is inside Barr Lake State Park.
Boundaries from Public Lands DB, part of the same network.
Common questions
When is Barr Lake stocked?
Last stocked May 1, 2026. It is stocked 2 times in 2026, most often in April and May.
How do you get on Barr Lake?
Shore fishing is available, there is a boat ramp, it is ADA accessible, and a fee is required. The nearest town is Brighton. Facilities include restrooms. In Barr Lake State Park near Brighton: I-76 exit 22 to Bromley Lane, east to Picadilly Road, then south to the entrance. Shore and boat fishing are on the north half; the south half is a wildlife refuge. The ramp is on the east side, with ADA fishing piers. Daily vehicle pass required.
Which lakes near Barr Lake were stocked more recently?
Lake Arbor (17.4 mi), Waneka Lake (18.8 mi), Standley Lake (19.8 mi), and Cherry Creek Reservoir (21.5 mi) were stocked more recently.