Lathrop State Park
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14-Sep-19
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Conditions
: Lathrop State Park - Martin - As of 9/10/2020, the staff at Lathrop State Park report that hot and sunny conditions have led to unproductive fishing, especially for trout. Worms, PowerBait, and salmon eggs seem to be the most productive baits when fishing off the bottom for trout species. Fishing for pike and muskie has been productive, and larger swimbaits are being reported as having the most chases. Generally speaking, fishing in the morning, around dusk, and during cooler/cloudy days has led to better angler success and is less stressful on the fish. For anglers fishing from boats, be aware that water levels are down, there are unmarked hazards, and there are large Eurasian watermilfoil mats on the southeast corner of Martin Lake near the spillway. This invasive plant species can get tangled in the propeller and effect the performance of a boat. Horseshoe - As of 9/10/2020, Lathrop State Park rangers note that trout fishing has been less productive with the hotter temperatures. Crappie and bass fishing on Horseshoe has been productive with most anglers stating that artificial lures, jigs, plastic worms, and spinners result in the most takes. Warm, late summer waters have led to increased activity from catfish and carp. Fishing for catfish has been reported as being the most active around dawn and dusk, and anglers are having success with worms or liver based baits. Generally speaking, fishing in the morning, around dusk, and during cooler/cloudy days has led to more productive fishing and is less stressful on the fish. Reported by: Colorado D.O.W |
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Lathrop State Park has two lakes Horseshoe and Martin Lake. The
lakes are stocked with rainbow trout, channel catfish, bass, walleye, blue gill,
crappie and wipers. Horseshoe also has tiger muskies, which are
known for growing quite large. The biggest muskie caught here was 46 inches long
and weighed 25 pounds. The state record weighed in at 40 pounds 2 ounces and was
53 inches long. The size limit on tiger muskie is 36 inches. Fishing lasts all
year, including ice fishing in the winter.
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Directions - Three miles west of Walsenburg on U.S. Highway 160.
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