Cherry Creek Lake
Cherry Creek Lake
- Boat Ramps
- 2
- Access Points
- 14
- Species
- 8
Cherry Creek Lake, also called Cherry Creek Reservoir, is an 880-acre lake with 5 miles of shoreline located within Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora, Colorado. The reservoir serves as a recreational oasis amid the Denver metro area, offering excellent fishing opportunities year-round. With a maximum depth of 46 feet and an average depth of around 16 feet, this man-made reservoir was created for flood control but has become a premier fishing destination. The lake is home to multiple fish species and features diverse underwater structure that creates ideal habitat for a variety of gamefish, making it popular with anglers of all skill levels.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Cherry Creek Lake and what's needed to catch them.
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Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
White Crappie
Pomoxis annularis
Fish stocking schedule
All stockings · 4
- TroutCatchable sizeWeek of Oct 10, 2026
- TroutCatchable sizeWeek of Jun 27, 2026
- TroutCatchable sizeWeek of Jun 13, 2026
- TroutCatchable sizeWeek of Jun 6, 2026
Source
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabFishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Cherry Creek Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Campground Trail Access
East Shades Access
Tower Loop Parking Access
East Shades Fishing Access Site
West Shades Parking Access
Moutain Loop Parking Access
East Boat Ramp Parking Access
Lake Loop Parking Access
Dixon Grove Upper Lot Parking Access
Dam Trail Access
Know where you can legally fish on Cherry Creek Lake
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Colorado licenses and regulations
Colorado Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Colorado Fishing License
Annual fishing licenses are valid March 1 through March 31 (13 months). CPW provides a range of options for anglers from the annual fishing license to the one-day fishing license. Youth under age 16 fish for free.
Colorado Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Colorado Parks & Wildlife State Park Pass
Annual passes provide a full 12 months of unlimited access to all state parks across Colorado.
Colorado Stream Access Laws
With no clear test of navigability, no applicable statutes, and a tendency of courts to categorize all streams in Colorado as non-navigable, waterfront landowners' rights encompass the banks, beds, and waters of rivers. The public has no guaranteed recreation rights in non-navigable waters or their streambeds. CO Fishing Regulations: "It is illegal to go onto private land to fish without permission, including touching any part of private land by person or watercraft. Private land is not required to be posted or fenced. Trespassers may be suspended for up to 5 years."
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