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Twin Lakes
Located in San Isabel National Forest approximately 20 miles from Leadville and sitting in the shadow of Mt. Elbert, Colorado's tallest peak, Twin Lakes offer numerous recreational opportunities for outdoor recreation, including excellent fishing opportunities. Located near Leadville
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Twin Lakes on FishExplorer has 299 historic conditions reports, 99 historic water temperature updates, 149 historic status updates, 122 historic water level updates, available with FxR+.
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Recent Reports
We have cataloged 669 reports for Twin Lakes, including detailed updates, temperatures, levels, and lake status.
| Status: | 06.25.24 | |
| Water Tmp: | 01.23.24 | |
| Level: | 09.22.24 |
Conditions Report
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Twin Photos
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Twin Lakes
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Latest Content
Twin Lakes in the Fall.. (forum) 09.08.24 by TELE-CASTER
Wildfire near Twin Lakes (news)
Any Open Water? (forum) 04.23.23 by Mr. Fly Fisherman
Where's good ATV access ? (forum) 03.08.23 by cardo
Update ice fishing conditions (forum) 01.10.23 by bluespidey81
Master Angler Records
This lake has 46 records, including 44 salmonid, 2 trout. Master angler data compiled from the Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Join FxR+ for full details.
General Details
Sitting in the shadow of Colorado’s tallest peak, Mt. Elbert, Twin Lakes are managed by the Leadville Ranger District in San Isabel National Forest. Note special regulations on Lake Trout.
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Regs/Info
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- fishing regulations
- ice fishing regulations
- OHV regulations
Camping
No campsites are recorded for this lake.
But there is a short note about camping here or near here is available.
Boating
Directions, Fees, Misc
Managing Agency
US Forest Service740 Simms St
Golden, CO 80401
303-275-5350
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FishExplorer Region: Mountains Central
Directions
From Leadville take US 24 south approximately 15 miles to CO-82, turn right (west) and travel approx...Fees
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Twin Lakes Stocking Data
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- Since 2019 Twin Lakes has had 3 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 204,883 163 1,255.3 257,015 1.25 - Since 2021 Twin Lakes has had 1 stocking event for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 63,178 160 394.9 122,199 1.93 - Since 1995 Twin Lakes has had 11 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 139,007 6,740 20.6 638,126 4.59 - Since 2019 Twin Lakes has had 1 stocking event for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 45,758 1,355 33.8 192,133 4.20
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Lake Imagery/Maps
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| 42 | 6/3/2017 | CD anglers |
| 25 | 7/11/2016 | Flyrodn |
| 25 | 9/11/2015 | elkinthebag |
| 24 | 6/13/2024 | k_hine |
| 22 | 1/3/2015 | quaggy |
| 22 | 11/28/2023 | Glbone |
| 17 | 11/13/2016 | Battchief |
| 14 | 5/14/2011 | coyotehunter |
| 14 | 11/14/2018 | anglerwannabe |