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Vega Reservoir

Vega is a heavily stocked, largely put-and-take fishery, raising fast-growing trout. The lake has potential for very large fish. Located near Grand Junction
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Fish Species in Vega Reservoir:

We have 8 fish species listed for this lake, including a smattering of trout. Log in and join FxR+ for a full detailed list.
Vega Reservoir on FishExplorer has 135 historic conditions reports, 27 historic water temperature updates, 76 historic status updates, 36 historic water level updates, available with FxR+.

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Recent Reports

We have cataloged 274 reports for Vega Reservoir, including detailed updates, temperatures, levels, and lake status.
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12.10.24
Water Tmp:  05.14.23
Level:  01.11.25

Conditions Report

Conditions reports for Vega Reservoir are available to contributors and subscribers. Create an account or log in, then join FxR+ for a boat-load more on FishExplorer. Last fishing conditions report for Vega Reservoir: 01.11.25

Vega Photos

photo by Team CO.F.F.
photo by Steve the Beav

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Vega Reservoir

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Master Angler Records

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General Details

Vega is the largest reservoir around the Grand Valley and Grand Mesa. While this state park abounds with outdoor recreational opportunities, its outstanding coldwater fishing is arguably its real clai... Log in for additional details...

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Camping

We have 4 camping areas listed at or near, and a short note about camping around Vega Reservoir. Log in for details. Join FxR+ to gain access to our full database of lakes and rivers and additional features and information.

Boating

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Directions, Fees, Misc

Managing Agency

Colorado State Parks
1313 Sherman Street #618
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 866-3437
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FishExplorer Region: Southwest

Directions

From Grand Junction, Colorado, drive 12 miles east and turn south off I-70 onto Colorado Highway 65 ...

Fees

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Vega Reservoir Stocking Data

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Weather, Sun & Moon

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Lake Imagery/Maps

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Top Reporters

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533/30/2019 opencage
3012/10/2024 Matt
2211/7/2015 Flyrodn
1511/5/2024 MAC ATTACK
145/2/2021 XJeep
131/19/2013 Harley fisher
103/16/2015 Lmbslayer
86/7/2009 CoryW
65/24/2014 Harleyrider05
59/18/2012 stuckey
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