Prospect Lake Fishing near Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Prospect Lake is a reservoir located just 2.7 miles from Wheat Ridge, in Jefferson County, in the state of Colorado, United States, near Arvada, CO. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including crappie, perch, carp, bream/bluegill, green sunfish, catfish, largemouth bass and bullhead here. Whether you’re spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Prospect Lake.

Join us as we discuss the Colorado Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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