Northern pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern pike species guideRifle Gap Reservoir fishing
Rifle Gap Reservoir fishing is on a reservoir. The stocking report does not name the species. Also recorded: Northern pike, Walleye, Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, Yellow perch, Black crappie, and 1 more. It is stocked 2 times in 2026, most often in July and August. Species guides list dawn, day, and dusk for Northern pike, Yellow perch, and Brown trout, dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye and Black crappie, and dawn and dusk for Smallmouth bass and Largemouth bass.
- Last stocked
- October 23, 2026
- Plants on record
- 3
- Species recorded
- 7
- Elevation
- 5,961 ft
Fish at Rifle Gap Reservoir
Northern pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Walleye Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Walleye species guide
Smallmouth bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth bass species guide
Largemouth bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth bass species guide
Yellow perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow perch species guide
Black crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black crappie species guide
Brown trout Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Brown trout species guideRifle Gap Reservoir offers recreation including fishing for various species. Anglers can target rainbow and German brown trout in its waters. Additionally, walleye, perch, and both smallmouth and largemouth bass are present for those pursuing other catches. (en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Rifle Gap Reservoir is stocked
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Rifle
- Shore access
- Yes
- Boat ramp
- Yes
- Facilities
- restrooms, camping
Rifle Gap State Park, about 6 miles up Highway 325 north of Rifle. One boat ramp on the north side by the Pinon campground, open in a normal year from spring to November 1; it can close early when the water is low. A trail network lets you walk the whole shoreline.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Colorado Parks and Wildlife before you go.
About Rifle Gap Reservoir
Nearest lakes
Public land at Rifle Gap Reservoir
Rifle Gap Reservoir is inside Rifle Gap State Park.
Boundaries from Public Lands DB, part of the same network.
Common questions
What fish are at Rifle Gap Reservoir?
Northern pike, Walleye, Smallmouth bass, and Largemouth bass, plus 3 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Rifle Gap Reservoir stocked?
Last stocked October 23, 2026. It is stocked 2 times in 2026, most often in July and August.
How do you get on Rifle Gap Reservoir?
Shore fishing is available and there is a boat ramp. The nearest town is Rifle. Facilities include restrooms and camping. Rifle Gap State Park, about 6 miles up Highway 325 north of Rifle. One boat ramp on the north side by the Pinon campground, open in a normal year from spring to November 1; it can close early when the water is low. A trail network lets you walk the whole shoreline.
Which lakes near Rifle Gap Reservoir were stocked more recently?
Sweetwater Lake (33.6 mi) was stocked more recently.