Williams Fork Reservoir, Hot Sulphur Springs Colorado - Williams Fork Reservoir remains one of the best producing northern pike lakes and still holds the state record, a 30 lb pike caught in 1996.
Zebra Mussel Boating Restrictions: Only hand-powered, non-trailered boats are permitted until DOW is funded and staffed to provide boat inspections.
Williams Fork Reservoir provides a lot of opportunities for many game fish but most anglers come to this lake when the water begins to heat up in June and chase pike. Pike fishing along the banks of the Williams Fork can provide a memorable day for the fly fishing enthusiast. The facilities are not as plush as you might find at a state park, but there are several restrooms. Camping is available all around the lake and developed campgrounds are located near the southern shores. For a change of pace, the Williams Fork River running from the reservoir provides great stream fishing as it makes it way into the Colorado River. Nearby Hot Sulphur Springs has a great resort to soak sore muscles in a variety of hot tubs as well as a few stores and restaurants.
Getting there: From Denver take Interstate 70 to the Highway 40 (Empire) exit. Take Highway 40 past Empire, over Berthoud Pass, through Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash, Granby, and Hot Sulphur Springs until you reach the town of Parshall. At Parshall turn left (south) on Rte 3. Follow the road to the Williams Fork entrance. Fees: No fee. Boating: Non Motorized Hand-Launch. Boat inspections begin May 15 at the east boat ramp from 6 a.m.-8 p.m., 7 days a week. The west boat ramp will be closed the entire 2009 season. All ramps will be closed at night. Overnight beaching of watercrafts is prohibited.
The reservoir is open to small car top craft that can be hand launched. Ice Fishing: Ice fishing is allowed
