Ruedi Reservoir fishing

Fishing at Ruedi Reservoir is on a reservoir. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked 2 times in 2026, most often in July and August.

Last stocked

August 14, 2026

Plants on record

Species recorded

Elevation

7,738 ft

Access and facts

Water type: reservoir
Nearest town: Basalt
Boat ramp: Yes
Facilities: restrooms, camping

Bureau of Reclamation reservoir on the Fryingpan River in the White River National Forest, about 15 miles upstream of Basalt. Boating, fishing, and camping are popular at the reservoir, with a boat ramp and an 8-site RV campground at Ruedi Marina offering vault toilets.

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How Ruedi Reservoir is stocked

Wilmor Pond (21.9 mi) was stocked more recently.

Fishing Ruedi Reservoir

Fishing is a popular recreational activity at Ruedi Reservoir, which is located within the White River National Forest. At the reservoir, fish feed on Mysis shrimp, a small freshwater shrimp that are stocked in the lake.

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What to watch for

Anglers using motorized watercraft may face issues due to low water and ramp conditions at Ruedi Reservoir. To help prevent the spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species, it is important to be responsible by cleaning, draining, and drying hand launched watercraft between waterbodies.

Stocking history

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

Species stocked here

No species recorded here yet.