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| Adams Fork Creek - Rivers & Streams | | This creek flows from the headwaters below Summit Peak on the Continental Divide to join the Conejos River near Platoro Reservoir. This creek enters the South San Juan Wilderness. |
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| Conejos River - Rivers & Streams | | This river provides more than 30 stream miles of high quality wild trout fishing. It has more public fishing access along its length than any other major river in Colorado. Although much of the river flows through private land, access to the river is provided through cooperative efforts of the Forest Service, the Colorado Division of Wildlife, and the private landowners. Such areas are well marked with official signs. |
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| Crater Lake - Lakes & Reservoirs | | This is a deep lake surrounded by steep rock walls. It contains over 24 surface area acres. The lake contains brook trout and some small mackinaw. |
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| Kerr Lake - Lakes & Reservoirs | | At 11,400 feet above sea level, this lake is one of the few boating areas with road access in the Conejos District. Kerr Lake offers excellent fishing. |
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| La Garita Wilderness - Fishing In Wilderness Areas | | La Garita Wilderness encompasses 103,986 acres on the Gunnison and Rio Grande National Forests. The area offers a variety of recreational opportunities. |
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| La Jara Reservoir - Lakes & Reservoirs | | This reservoir, located in Conejos county, provides 635 water surface acres at an elevation of 9,698 feet. Fishing and hunting are two of the activities available here. |
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| Lily Pond - Lakes & Reservoirs | | This pond has numerous undeveloped campsites with additional space available at nearby Mix Lake Campground. Lily Pond is lightly fished with 40% of the shoreline rated easy to fish. |
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| Love Lake - Lakes & Reservoirs | | This 5-acre lake is located 17 miles southwest of Creede on Forest Road 526 at an elevation of 10,000 feet. This undeveloped site can accommodate small group camping (family reunions, etc.), but there are no facilities. |
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| Mix Lake - Lakes & Reservoirs | | Mix Lake provides 90% of shoreline that is rated easy to fish. It is stocked regularly with rainbow trout. |
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| Platoro Reservoir - Lakes & Reservoirs | | The 6,000-acre of the reservoir offers visitors great fishing, camping, hiking, and boating. The Platoro Reservoir is located in a high mountain valley with broad vistas of the San Juan Mountains. Since the recreation season is short and the location remote, use is low to moderate. |
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| Rio Grande River - Lakes & Reservoirs | | Fishing on the Rio Grande River can bring in rainbow trout, native cutthroat and brown trout in all sizes up to 18 pounds. River rafting, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing take place to one extent or another over portions of this section of the river. |
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| San Luis State Park - Fishing In State Parks | | The 2,369-acre park offers camping, sightseeing, wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking, boating, fishing and great photo opportunities. |
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| South San Juan Wilderness Area - Fishing In Wilderness Areas | | About 180 miles of trails available to hikers here. The Continental Divide crosses the heart of the Wilderness for 42 miles. The South Fork of the Conejos River Trail will lead to the Conejos Peak Trail, which climbs north to the summit of Conejos Peak and offers a fantastic view into the heart of the area. |
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