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McDonough Reservoir
Trout lake in Gunnison National Forest Located near Gunnison
Fish Species in McDonough Reservoir:
McDonough Reservoir on FishExplorer has 1 historic conditions report, 1 historic water temperature update, 2 historic status updates, 1 historic water level update, available with FxR+.
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Recent Reports
We have cataloged 5 reports for McDonough Reservoir, including detailed updates, temperatures, levels, and lake status.
| Status: | 03.19.22 | |
| Water Tmp: | 09.02.13 | |
| Level: | 09.02.13 |
Conditions Report
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McDonough Reservoir
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Master Angler Records
No Master Angler records recorded for this lake.
General Details
Accessed via the McDonough Reservoir Day Use Area. This is a steep-banked lake with a trail that covers some of the southern shoreline from the day use area.... Log in for additional details...
Regs/Info
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Camping
No campsites are recorded for this lake.
Boating
No boat ramps are recorded for this lake.
We have a short note about boating here available.
Directions, Fees, Misc
Managing Agency
US Forest Service740 Simms St
Golden, CO 80401
303-275-5350
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FishExplorer Region: Mountains South
Directions
From Gunnison, take US Highway 50 east 7 miles. Turn south on Colorado Highway 114. Go approximately...Fees
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McDonough Reservoir Stocking Data
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- Since 2014 McDonough Reservoir has had 1 stocking event for this species. Register for free and log in for details.
Total # Lbs #/Lb Inches Avg 3,062 86 35.6 12,632 4.13
Weather, Sun & Moon
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