Guided Fishing at Eleven Mile & Spinney Reservoirs – Trophy Pike, Trout & Ice Fishing

Welcome to two of Colorado’s premier fisheries — Eleven Mile Reservoir and Spinney Mountain Reservoir. These scenic lakes, located near Lake George in the heart of South Park, offer exceptional opportunities for catching trophy trout, northern pike, and yellow perch, whether you’re ice fishing, casting from shore, or trolling by boat.

Just a short drive from the Front Range cities of Colorado Springs and Denver, these reservoirs are accessible yet remote enough to offer a true wilderness fishing experience. Both are managed by Colorado Parks & Wildlife and require a valid State Parks pass.

Eleven Mile Reservoir – Year-Round Action & Big Trout

Eleven Mile is famous for its diversity of species and the potential to catch trophy-class trout and pike. The reservoir holds:

Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Snake River Cutthroat Trout
Cutbows (rainbow x cutthroat hybrids)
Northern Pike
Yellow Perch
Carp
Kokanee Salmon (limited populations)

With an average trout size of 17″, Eleven Mile regularly produces 20–24″ fish — and occasionally trout over 30″. Thanks to rich weed beds and an abundance of scuds (freshwater shrimp), the fish grow quickly and fight hard.

Prime Fishing Windows:

Trout (Boat & Casting): May–June & September–October
Northern Pike: May–June & Late August–October
Ice Fishing: December, Mid-February through Mid-March
Yellow Perch: Most often caught through the ice

Bag Limits:

Trout: Limit 4 (max 2 over 16”)
Northern Pike: No limit (guides allow up to 2 under 24” per client)

If you’re looking for a trophy pike through the ice, Eleven Mile is one of the best lakes in the state from December through March.

Eleven Mile is famous for its diversity of species and the potential to catch trophy-class trout and pike

Spinney Mountain Reservoir – Trophy Trout & Northern Pike

While Spinney is closed to ice fishing, it shines throughout the open water season with incredible trout fishing and a strong population of trophy pike.

Fish species in Spinney include:

Rainbow Trout
Snake River Cutthroat Trout
Cutbows
Brown Trout
Yellow Perch
Northern Pike

Trout in Spinney average 20″, with many ranging 21–24″ and larger. Whether you’re fly fishing on calm summer mornings or trolling in spring/fall, this lake delivers consistent action.

Fishing Trip Types:

Trolling: April–May & September–October
Stillwater Fly Fishing: June–August
Casting Trips (All Season)

Pike fishing is strong in May–June and again from late August–October, with fish ranging 30–45″+.

Bag Limits:

Trout: 1 fish over 20”
Northern Pike: No limit (guides allow up to 2 under 24” per client)

Location & Travel Information

Eleven Mile Reservoir is located about:

15 minutes from Lake George, CO
1 hour 10 minutes from Colorado Springs
2 hours 15 minutes from Denver

Spinney Mountain Reservoir is just 15 minutes west of Eleven Mile, making it easy to fish both in a single trip. Both lakes sit in the expansive high-alpine basin of South Park, surrounded by sweeping views and abundant wildlife.

Closest major airports:

Colorado Springs Airport (COS)
Denver International Airport (DIA)

Ice Fishing, Boat Fishing & Trophy Opportunities Await

Whether you want to target trophy pike through the ice, enjoy a peaceful trout trolling trip, or experience a high-action fly fishing adventure, Eleven Mile and Spinney have it all. With professional guides, high-quality gear, and years of local knowledge, our trips are built to deliver both excitement and results.