Last stocked
July 24, 2026
Plants on record
3
Species recorded
0
Elevation
8,031 ft
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Cripple Creek
- Boat ramp
- No
- Fee required
- Yes
Private, members-only fishing club reservoir near Cripple Creek, not open to the public. Annual membership runs about $684 a year through Colorado Outdoor Sports. No public restrooms, boat ramp, or picnic areas here, though camping is available in the surrounding national forest.
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How Wrights Lake is stocked
Crystal Creek Reservoir (15.3 mi), Eleven Mile Reservoir (16.1 mi), and Rampart Reservoir (20.5 mi) were stocked more recently.
Fishing Wrights Lake
Wrights Reservoir is a scenic mountain reservoir in Teller County, Colorado. The property operates as a private fishing club, and visitors need a paid membership to fish or use the shoreline. Annual memberships have been reported at approximately $684 per year for lake-only access. Fishing is available for Trout, Brookies, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout.
Sources: coloradolakes.org , coloradooutdoorsports.com
What to watch for
Access to Wrights Reservoir is restricted because it operates as a private fishing club, so casual visitors and day-trippers will find the gates closed. It is not open to the public for fishing or shoreline use, and campers in the area have been surprised by the access restriction. Members also urge visitors to pack out all trash and respect the property.
What anglers say
According to ColoradoLakes.org, Wrights Reservoir reportedly offers great fishing in a setting that feels both peaceful and well-preserved. The private access keeps pressure low, which translates to healthier fish populations and a quieter experience compared to heavily trafficked public waters nearby.
Species stocked here
No species recorded here yet.
Nearest lakes
- Crystal Creek Reservoir (15.3 mi, last stocked July 31, 2026)
- Manitou Reservoir (15.7 mi, last stocked May 15, 2026)
- Eleven Mile Reservoir (16.1 mi, last stocked August 21, 2026)
- Rampart Reservoir (20.5 mi, last stocked July 31, 2026)
- Spinney Mountain Reservoir (23.8 mi, last stocked February 13, 2026)