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Thurston Reservoir

While this shallow southeastern reservoir offers fishing for a wide variety of species, it is more popular with bird watchers than fishers. Located near Lamar
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Fish Species in Thurston Reservoir:

We have 10 fish species listed for this lake, including a few bass, a couple of panfish, a rough fish, a toothy creatures, a trout, and a couple of walleye. Log in and join FxR+ for a full detailed list.
Thurston Reservoir on FishExplorer has 6 historic conditions reports, 2 historic water temperature updates, 7 historic status updates, 3 historic water level updates, available with FxR+.

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Recent Reports

We have cataloged 18 reports for Thurston Reservoir, including detailed updates, temperatures, levels, and lake status.
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04.30.19
Water Tmp:  04.30.19
Level:  04.30.19

Conditions Report

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Thurston Reservoir

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Master Angler Records

This lake has 1 record, including 1 panfish. Master angler data compiled from the Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Join FxR+ for full details.

General Details

CPW:
"During late summer of 2012, Thurston Reservoir became the latest victim of the drought. The lake receded to the point that a major fish-kill occurred and the lake essentially became a total l... Log in for additional details...

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Camping

No campsites are recorded for this lake.
But there is a short note about camping here or near here is available.

Boating

We have 1 boat ramp listed, and a short note about boating at Thurston Reservoir. Join FxR+ to gain full access...

Directions, Fees, Misc

Managing Agency

Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW)
6060 Broadway
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 297-1192
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FishExplorer Region: Southeast

Directions

From Lamar, go 9 miles north on Highway 196 to County Road TT, then 1 mile west to County Road 7, th...

Fees

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Thurston Reservoir Stocking Data

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Weather, Sun & Moon

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Lake Imagery/Maps

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