Jefferson County · reservoir
Bates Lake (historical)
Bates Lake (historical) is a reservoir in Jefferson County, Colorado. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Colorado's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
97°
69°
17 mph
14%
Fri
Rain
92°
66°
24 mph
16%
Sat
Overcast
95°
61°
11 mph
1%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Ralston Creek0.8 mi
- Mayham Lake1.0 mi
- Lake Sangraco1.4 mi
- Walter Long Reservoir1.5 mi
- Berkeley Lake1.9 mi
- Lake Rhoda2.0 mi
- Tepper Reservoir Number 12.2 mi
- Lake Arbor2.4 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official CO regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Bates Lake (historical) fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Bates Lake (historical)?+
Yes — Colorado requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Bates Lake (historical)?+
Bates Lake (historical) is a reservoir in Jefferson County, Colorado. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.