Dillon Reservoir, Dillon Colorado - Dillon Reservoir is a popular reservoir for both sailing and fishing. The reservoir is known for producing large brown trout. Species in Dillon Reservoir: Kokanee, Rainbow Trout, Sucker
Dillon Reservoir water levels fluctuate greatly. The one fish that has done very well in Dillon is the Arctic Char, but the last stocking was in 1998 and only a few old large fish remain. Kokanee are not abundant, the last stocking taking place in 1978. There is enough natural reproduction to maintain their population however, so occasional Kokanee catches are reported. Dillon for the time being is a very large put-and-take reservoir for rainbow trout. You may also find a few cutthroat trout making their way into the lake from feeder streams. The Arctic Char program may one day be re-introduced.
The reservoir is located in Summit County and near many of Colorado's best ski areas. With Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon and Silverthorne nearby there is much to do and see. Just south of the marina in Frisco, there is a very nice disc golf course if you want to give that a try.
If certain individuals in your group would rather take go “sale” fishing than be on the water with you, the outlet stores in Silverthorne provide a great nearby venue for shopping. Dillon is also a very popular destination for sailboats during the summer. Every weekend in the summer you can witness several sailboat races taking place on the lake. During the winter, you may even witness ice-surfing near the Blue River inlet. The famous Blue River tailwater is located right next to the outlet stores and fishes well year-round depending on stream flows. Give this a look over and you may find some of the largest stream trout you will ever see.
Getting there: From Denver take Interstate 70 through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Dillon. To access the Dillon Marina, take Silverthorne exit 205 to Hwy 6 and take Hwy 6 to Dillon. Follow the signs to the marina. To access the Frisco Bay Marina, take the Frisco exit 203 to Hwy 9. Take Hwy 9 to Main Street and turn left (east) to the marina. Fees: Day use fee for boat launch is $6 Camping fees vary by campground. Boating: All Boats Allowed. Boat inspections begin May 22 (or sooner weather pending) at the Dillon Marina, from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. The boat ramp will be closed for nighttime use beginning at 5:30 p.m. Boat inspections begin June 1 at the Frisco Bay Marina, from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., 7 days a week. The Pine Cove and Blue River Arm boat ramps will be closed for the entire 2009 season. Boats will not be allowed to launch after 7 p.m. and all ramps will be closed to nighttime use.
Located between Summit Cove and Breckenridge on Swan Mountain Road, the Prospector Campground has 108 camping sites, vault toilets, water and garbage services and a stay limit of 10 days. The Prospector Campground sits at an elevation of 9,117 feet. Reservation sites are found on the D and E loops, the other loops are on a First-Come, First-Serve basis.
Peak One# of Sites: 79 Fees: $14
Located in the Frisco Peninsula Recreational Area between Frisco and Breckenridge on Highway 9, the Peak One Campground has 79 camping sites, flush toilets, water and garbage services, paved roads and a stay limit of 10 days. The Peak One Campground sits at an elevation of 9,050 feet. Reservation sites are found in the B loop, the other loops are on a First-Come, First-Serve basis.
Heaton Bay# of Sites: 72 Fees: $14-19
Located between Frisco and Dillon on the Dillon Dam Road, the Heaton Bay Campground has 65 camping sites (15 with electric hookups), vault toilets, water and garbage services, paved roads and a stay limit of 10 days. Within the Heaton Bay Campground boundary is the separate Heaton Bay Picnic Area which has 5 picnic tables and a vault toilet. Just outside the boundary of Heaton Bay Campground is the Giberson Bay Day Use Area which has 4 picnic tables, a vault toilet, 2 improved fishing pad sites along with shoreline access for the fishing public. Both Giberson Bay and Heaton Bay Day Use Areas require a $7 use fee which is paid on-site. The Heaton Bay Campground sits at an elevation of 9,044 feet. Reservation sites can be found on B Loop (16 sites), C Loop (16 sites) and E Loop (24 sites). Loop C has electrical hook-ups, but no water hook-ups. Camping fees on C Loop are $14 per site plus $5 for the electrical hook-up (you must pay for the electric service even if you don't want to use it). The only loop on a First-Come, First-Serve basis is A Loop with 9 sites. Loop D is still under construction and will possibly be available for the 2006 season. Note - all reserve-able campsites revert to a First-Come, First-Serve basis if they are not reserved for the night, please check with the campground host to make sure the site is not reserved. Non-electric camping fees are $14.00 per night
Pine Cove# of Sites: 55 Fees: $12
Located in the Frisco Peninsula Recreational Area between Frisco and Breckenridge on Highway 9, the Pine Cove Campground has 33 asphalt camping sites with tent sites at the end of the asphalt parking lane, vault toilets, water and garbage service, and a stay limit of 10 days. There is also a day use boat launch area and parking area.
Lowry# of Sites: 29 Fees: $13-18
Located between Summit Cove and Breckenridge on Swan Mountain Road, the Lowry Campground has 24 camping sites, vault toilets, water and garbage services and a stay limit of 14 days. The Lowry Campground sits at an elevation of 9,388 feet. Campsites 2 - 14, with electric hookups, are reservation ONLY. Campsites 15 - 23 with electric hookups are on a First-Come, First-Serve basis. There are also 4 tent campsites that are on a First-Come, First-Serve basis. Camping fees are $13 for non-electric sites and electric sites are $13 per site plus $5 for the electrical hook-up
