Platoro Reservoir

Platoro Reservoir fishing

Fishing at Platoro Reservoir is on a reservoir. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked 4 times in 2026, most often in July and August.

Last stocked

August 14, 2026

Plants on record

4

Species recorded

0

Elevation

9,978 ft

Access and facts

Water type
reservoir
Nearest town
Platoro
Facilities
camping

Remote high-country reservoir on the Conejos River in the Rio Grande National Forest near the community of Platoro. Recreation there includes fishing, camping, boating, and hunting, though the high, remote valley location and short season keep use light.

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How Platoro Reservoir is stocked

Beaver Creek Reservoir (18.2 mi) was stocked more recently.

Fishing Platoro Reservoir

The reservoir it creates, Platoro Reservoir, offers opportunities for fishing as part of its recreational activities. The location is in a high mountain valley, providing an environment for anglers. Other recreational options at this site include camping, boating, and hunting.

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What to watch for

Anglers should be aware that recreational use at Platoro Reservoir is light. This is specifically due to the remote, high mountain valley location of the reservoir and the short season available for these activities.

Stocking history

Source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
August 14, 2026 report
July 31, 2026 report
July 24, 2026 report
July 10, 2026 report

Species stocked here

No species recorded here yet.

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