John Martin Reservoir
John Martin Reservoir provides great action for saugeye, wipers and bass. Water can become low so check current conditions before setting out. Located near Las Animas
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John Martin Reservoir on FishExplorer has 408 historic conditions reports, 221 historic water temperature updates, 180 historic status updates, 246 historic water level updates, available with FxR+.
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Recent Reports
We have cataloged 1,055 reports for John Martin Reservoir, including detailed updates, temperatures, levels, and lake status.
| Status: | 05.03.25 | |
| Water Tmp: | 05.26.24 | |
| Level: | 05.03.25 |
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John Martin Reservoir
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JMart update (forum) 04.14.25 by anglerwannabe
Footage: John Martin = Fish Tacos! (forum) 06.18.24 by kiva
John Martin fishing (forum) 05.20.24 by pug
Catching Crappie at JMR (forum) 04.10.23 by johnski
Master Angler Records
This lake has 54 records, including 18 bass, 5 panfish, 27 rough fish, 1 toothy creatures, 3 walleye-type species. Master angler data compiled from the Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Join FxR+ for full details.
General Details
John Martin, located on the lower Arkansas River, is one of the larger reservoirs in the area, is . The state park provides a large variety of recreational activities, including modern campgrounds, gr... Log in for additional details...
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Managing Agency
Colorado State Parks1313 Sherman Street #618
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 866-3437
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FishExplorer Region: Southeast
Directions
Take US 50 east from La Junta to Las Animas, approximately 20 miles. Proceed east through Las Anima...Fees
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John Martin Reservoir Stocking Data
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- Since 2003 John Martin Reservoir has had 15 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 612,445 935 655.2 835,759 1.36 - Since 2009 John Martin Reservoir has had 12 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 383,214 6,929 55.3 1,452,533 3.79 - Since 2022 John Martin Reservoir has had 1 stocking event for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 50,000 43 1,157.4 54,975 1.10 - Since 1995 John Martin Reservoir has had 30 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 1,609,853 13,615 118.2 4,736,389 2.94 - Since 2016 John Martin Reservoir has had 6 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 130,445 11 11,956.5 72,213 0.55 - Since 1995 John Martin Reservoir has had 28 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 18,823,817 309 60,983.6 4,074,131 0.22 - Since 1997 John Martin Reservoir has had 19 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 3,618,883 699 5,174.3 1,998,234 0.55 - Since 2017 John Martin Reservoir has had 1 stocking event for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 22,671 29 777.5 36,829 1.62 - Since 1995 John Martin Reservoir has had 33 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 137,774,519 1,113 123,787.7 43,248,111 0.31 - Since 2003 John Martin Reservoir has had 8 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 129,359 701 184.6 268,079 2.07 - Since 1997 John Martin Reservoir has had 1 stocking event for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 3,080 100 30.8 18,099 5.88 - Since 1996 John Martin Reservoir has had 15 stocking events for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 37,889,181 251 151,254.2 11,202,387 0.30
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