Waneka Lake

Waneka Lake fishing

Fishing at Waneka Lake is on a reservoir. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked once in 2026, most often in May.

Last stocked

May 8, 2026

Plants on record

1

Species recorded

0

Elevation

5,317 ft

Access and facts

Water type
reservoir
Nearest town
Lafayette
Shore access
Yes
Boat ramp
No
Float tube friendly
No

City park reservoir in Lafayette at Waneka Lake Boathouse (1600 Caria Dr). Only boathouse-rented paddleboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards are allowed on the water, no private boat launching. Stocked with rainbow trout, a license is required. No swimming or wading.

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How Waneka Lake is stocked

Standley Lake (9.1 mi) was stocked more recently.

Stocking history

Source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
May 8, 2026 โ€“ โ€“ โ€“ report

Species stocked here

No species recorded here yet.

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