11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.17.24

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING

HOURS; MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 5:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 5:00PM

CRRENT CONDITIONS: All campsites and fishing access areas are open. We have seen a stretch of wind and nasty weather. We are just trying to get ready but the weather has stalled our progress. The lake was open to boating for three days before a boat made it out

LAKE OPEN TO CATCHING: 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 114 CFS IN 101 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 51

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

NOW HIRING: Looking for seasonal help great pay lots of fun. Call or come visit.

“Good morning, I'm not sure if this is the correct platform but here goes anyway. I'm an lifelong Colorado resident, very avid fisherman, both trolling and bank fishing mainly in the south park area.The fishing report you put out is so far and away above and beyond anything that I've seen put there is truly amazing. I  just wanted to send you a shout out and let you know how appreciative people are.

Thank you very much!!!

Rob Purkey “ THANK YOU ROB. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT IF YOU FEEL THE SAME

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH. We have a GREAT Ice Fishing selection of gear and baits.

SALE SALE SALE MEMORIAL HOLIDAY WEEKEND CLEARANCE SALE: Between covid supply chain issues and general retail challenges over the last few years we have too much of this and not enough that. To take care of the “too much of this” problem we will have a great bin sale. Boxes/bins will be filled with misc, stuff. Tackle and beyond. Each box will be marked $1.00 to $10.00. Whatever is in each box is the priced marked on box. Lots of hot deals. Stuff like selected Luhr Jensen Needlefish $2.00 selected Tas Devils $3.00 Fishing Vests $10.00 Gloves $5.00 and much more!

PIC # 1: Nice Brown!! pic courtesy A. Johnson

PIC # 2: North Shore. pic courtesy A. Johnson
TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Some boaters are dong great most aren’t. Water is still pretty cold. The pop gear crawler crowd are seeing decent catching. Shore angling is still hot. We have had lots of snow the last few weeks. The ground is wet and pumping out worms. They have been washed into the lake so Night crawlers are working really good. Power Bait also a big hit for shore anglers in Garlic, Salmon Peach and Lemon Twist. Tube jigs and flies still catching well in shallow water.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR

NORTHERN PIKE: POOR: As many hours as we have put in on shore we can report that none of us have caught one. It’s all about water temp and for them its still a little too cold we think.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

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11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.02.24

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING

CURRENT MAY HOURS: SAT & SUN 8:00AM to 5:00PM M-F if we’re here

STARTING MAY 15 MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 5:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 5:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: ICE OFF As far as we know the ice is all gone. It has been cold in the morning. 23 degrees today but it warms up quick with the sunrise.

ELEVEN MILE: Opens to boating Monday May 6

BOAT RENTAL: May 6 is a late start. We may have limited boat rental available by May 11 but we may not. Lots to get done to get going. On Line rental is working. If you can’t rent a boat its because we have not given the OK for those dates. We do have reservations beginning May 18.

SPINNEY MTN: OPEN FOR SEASON

LAKE OPEN TO CATCHING: 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 114 CFS IN 101 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 40

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

NOW HIRING: Looking for seasonal help great pay lots of fun. Call or come visit.

CANOE FOR SALE: MAD RIVER ADVENTURE 16 Great Condition, three seats lots of nice features. Stern design for small trolling motors. It’s a $1,200 boat new. SALE NOW $495.00

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH. We have a GREAT Ice Fishing selection of gear and baits.

TROPHY SEASON HOT BAITS: This is truly one of our favorite times of the year. Crappy weather, no crowds and lots of BIG fish. The thing about this time of year is almost all baits will work at some point in time. From sunup to sundown the bite varies. From flies to Power Bait and everything in between. If your aren’t catching you are switching up. For those that limit themselves to one method there will be down times. If you are a multi functional angler you should be prepared to do it all. No one bait is better than others when the fish decide, not the angler. Of course the fly folk would never use Power Bait and the Power Bait folk don’t think to highly of the fly folk anyway. But my Grandfather could and would fish with whatever the fish were biting on from Hendon Zara Spooks, streamer flies or nymphs to the good old night crawler. Lets not forget the mallow. So if you want big fish the big fish don’t care about your preference but getting a line in the lake is priority number one. Now we might be slightly prejudice but Eleven Mile is absolutely one of the best lakes in Colorado if not the Western United States. Not a joke lol and now is prime time.

Pautske products like their Salmon and Trout Eggs do really well. We have in stock the Pautske Spawn Sac Tyer which is a little contraption that makes it easy peasy to tie your own perfect spawn sacs. Just wing those out, fish off the bottom and batta bing batta boom…big fish! Come on in and we will show you how.

Lots of flies work great this time of year. Black is a popular color like a Wolly Bugger or Leach Pattern . But just like the rest the fish will change it up. At sundown you will see an incredible hatch of the tiniest bugs as it gets dark and the shoreline bubbles with fish. Trico’s work great if your eyes can tie them on. You don’t have to pitch a fly rod to use a fly but don’t tell those dream streamers that they will scoff at you. Fly and a three foot leader to water bubble works just fine and sometimes even better. We have Bungee Bubbles which are hard to find. Come on in and we will show you how.

Lots of hardware works, particularly when it gets windy. Although it never gets windy here as you all know. But when it does the Kastmaster shines. Other spoons like the Thomas Bouyant, Super Duper and Krocodile get hot. Come on in and we will show you the ones we are using.

Lots of jigs work particularly tubes and marabous. A technique is required that only comes with practice. The tubes come in a hundred different colors. We only stock the ones we catch fish on. Come on in and we will show you the jig de jour.

PIC # 1: This happy angler, one of the very few who came out this past snowy Saturday and scored with some great catching. He caught this one somewhere in the lake on a an undisclosed flavor of a popular floating bait. lol It was snowing.

PIC # 2: “My son Archer caught these master angler cut bows Sunday outside the marina after talking to you.  Caught both on a fly pattern he made up. Not even a sniff on bait.” Guess it pays to come in and talk to us for the latest before hitting the lake! Pic courtesy J. Butero

PIC # 3 Another happy Marina customer.

TROUT: VERY GOOD: Ice off action is in high gear. Lots of catching . This time of year lots of baits work. Flies, lures and bait all produce. Flies like Wooly Buggers, Nymphs, Leach and egg patterns all do well. Tube and marabou jigs along with Jointed Rapala are popular with the fish. And a worm or Power Bait is sure to connect. The bite has been through out the day. There are hot times with lulls but the fish are cruising the shallows.to be sure. Sundown always good. We should see this bite for another week or two depending on water temp.

KOKANEE SALMON: NO REPORT

NORTHERN PIKE: POOR: As many hours as we have put in on shore we can report that none of us have caught one. It’s all about water temp and for them its still a little too cold we think.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019 - 2024 11 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.25.24

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING

APRIL HOURS: SAT & SUN 8:00AM to 4:00PM M-F if we’re here

CURRENT CONDITIONS: ICE OFF The lake is almost ice free boating opening not yet set. All campsites are open. Float tubes and hand carry canoes, kayaks allowed on water. All shore line areas are fishable. Park County road repair has not yet begun. Suppose it’s one of those believe it when we see it.

SPINNEY MTN: OPENING SUNDAY APRIL 28 TO BOATS AND SHORE FISHING 1/2 BEFORE SUNRISE

LAKE OPEN TO CATCHING: 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 128 CFS IN 135 CFS OUT

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

NOW HIRING: Looking for seasonal help great pay lots of fun. Call or come visit.

CANOE FOR SALE: MAD RIVER ADVENTURE 16 Great Condition, three seats lots of nice features. Stern design for small trolling motors. It’s a $1,200 boat new. SALE NOW $495.00

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH. We have a GREAT Ice Fishing selection of gear and baits.

TROPHY SEASON HOT BAITS: This is truly one of our favorite times of the year. Crappy weather, no crowds and lots of BIG fish. The thing about this time of year is almost all baits will work at some point in time. From sunup to sundown the bite varies. From flies to Power Bait and everything in between. If your aren’t catching you are switching up. For those that limit themselves to one method there will be down times. If you are a multi functional angler you should be prepared to do it all. No one bait is better than others when the fish decide, not the angler. Of course the fly folk would never use Power Bait and the Power Bait folk don’t think to highly of the fly folk anyway. But my Grandfather could and would fish with whatever the fish were biting on from Hendon Zara Spooks, streamer flies or nymphs to the good old night crawler. Lets not forget the mallow. So if you want big fish the big fish don’t care about your preference but getting a line in the lake is priority number one. Now we might be slightly prejudice but Eleven Mile is absolutely one of the best lakes in Colorado if not the Western United States. Not a joke lol and now is prime time.

Pautske products like their Salmon and Trout Eggs do really well. We have in stock the Pautske Spawn Sac Tyer which is a little contraption that makes it easy peasy to tie your own perfect spawn sacs. Just wing those out, fish off the bottom and batta bing batta boom…big fish! Come on in and we will show you how.

Lots of flies work great this time of year. Black is a popular color like a Wolly Bugger or Leach Pattern . But just like the rest the fish will change it up. At sundown you will see an incredible hatch of the tiniest bugs as it gets dark and the shoreline bubbles with fish. Trico’s work great if your eyes can tie them on. You don’t have to pitch a fly rod to use a fly but don’t tell those dream streamers that they will scoff at you. Fly and a three foot leader to water bubble works just fine and sometimes even better. We have Bungee Bubbles which are hard to find. Come on in and we will show you how.

Lots of hardware works, particularly when it gets windy. Although it never gets windy here as you all know. But when it does the Kastmaster shines. Other spoons like the Thomas Bouyant, Super Duper and Krocodile get hot. Come on in and we will show you the ones we are using.

Lots of jigs work particularly tubes and marabous. A technique is required that only comes with practice. The tubes come in a hundred different colors. We only stock the ones we catch fish on. Come on in and we will show you the jig de jour.

PIC # 1: Sunset Moon Rise Big Fish!

PIC # 2: Sunset Moon Rise Big Fish!!

TROUT: VERY GOOD: Ice off action is in high gear. Lots of catching as the ice recedes. This time of year lots of baits work. Flies, lures and bait all produce. Flies like Wooly Buggers, Nymphs, Leach and egg patterns all do well. Tube and marabou jigs along with Jointed Rapala are popular with the fish. And a worm or Power Bait is sure to connect. The bite has been through out the day. There are hot times with lulls but the fish are cruising the shallows.to be sure. Sundown always good.

KOKANEE SALMON: NO REPORT

NORTHERN PIKE: NO REPORT

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019 - 2024 11 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 10.05.23.

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

OFF SEASON/FALL HOURS: SATURDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

SUNDAY 8:00AM - 5:00PM MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM 4:30PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: It has been really nice of late. Crisp mornings mild days beautiful colors. The fish catching is pretty darn good too! Not all Park services are available. Water and showers closed. Witchers Cove boat ramp closed for season. Currently all campsites are open.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset.

LAKE OPEN TO CATCHING: 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 57.2 CFS IN 48.4 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 58

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH

OCTOBER BOAT RENTAL: We will have some boats available but fewer and fewer as the month rolls on. Reservations can be made by calling us at 719-748-0317. Sat and Sundays available for at least the first two weekends. Weekdays depending on staff availability.

PIC # 1: Ira gets his biggest Pike ever at 18lbs. Pitched for three hours with one hit. Got this one on the last cast.

PIC # 2: A fair number of nice ones like these being landed.

TROUT: GOOD: Fall action just getting rolling. Lots of nice fish being caught, shore or boat. Many baits working well. Trollers scoring on Tas Devils, Needlefish, Mack’s Imperial, Arnie’s pop gear/crawler. Flies they like such as black Woolly Bugger, egg patterns and gold bead nymphs working well Shore anglers love the garlic. Scented products do work and not just bait. We like Pautzke Fire Gell especially on our tube jigs. But you can use it on most any lure or bait. It comes in a variety of scents ie Garlic, Crawfish, Anise, Trout and others. We won’t put it on a Marabou as it’s stickiness effects the bou lol. Scent products are illegal at Spinney but not Eleven Mile. Hmmm maybe they really do work to the anglers advantage. Gold Medal Waters are regulated to give the fish an advantage. Nothing wrong with that.

Stop in for the latest report.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR: You might find some four year olds moving up to the river/ Snagging is no longer allowed at Eleven Mile.

NORTHERN PIKE: VERY GOOD: Action continues in sporadic but strong bites. Lots of anglers head West but there are many big fish all around the lake. West may be best for numbers East may be best for size. You won’t know unless you try. Spoons, sticks, spinner baits and jigs all seem to work at some point. The fish in pic was caught in the North Shore Marina area at sundown.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2023 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 09.28.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

OFF SEASON/FALL HOURS: SATURDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

SUNDAY 8:00AM - 5:00PM MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM 4:30PM

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: 16’ Mad River Adventure Canoe. Square stern for trolling motor. Three seats lots of nice features. Great condition like new. $699.00 includes two paddles a two PFD’s

Yamaha 15HP Four Stroke 2014 good condition. $499.00

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Fall is kicking in with water clarity greatly improved. Algae gone weeds dissipating. Aspen colors around the lake slowly arriving. Weather has been great mornings in low 30’s high 20’s daytime cruising in the 70’s. Park showers closed for season. Witchers Cove boat ramp closed for the season.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset

LAKE OPEN TO CATCHING: 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 148 CFS IN 142 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 59

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH

OCTOBER BOAT RENTAL: We will have some boats available but fewer and fewer as the month rolls on. Reservations can be made by calling us at 719-748-0317. Sat and Sundays available for at least the first two weekends. Weekdays depending on staff availability.

PIC # 1: Great day on the lake. Pic courtesy David D.

PIC # 2: Starting to see more Browns as Fall kicks in.

TROUT: GOOD: Fall action sees more Browns being landed. Bite times are sporadic Trolling, casting or drifting bait produces but not necessarily on the same day Baits can vary throughout the day. Action for big fish should get better and better into October.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR: You might find some four year olds moving up to the river/ Snagging is no longer allowed at Eleven Mile.

NORTHERN PIKE: VERY GOOD: Action continues in sporadic but strong bites. Lots of anglers head West but there are many big fish all around the lake. West may be best for numbers East may be best for size. You won’t know unless you try. Spoons, sticks, spinner aits and jigs all seem to work at some point.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2023 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 09.14.24

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

OFF SEASON/FALL HOURS: SATURDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

SUNDAY 8:00AM - 5:00PM MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM 4:30PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Some moisture over the week but not that much. Aspens are just showing signs of Fall. Mostly green no fire bans. Park showers and laundry are closed for the season. Witchers Cove boat ramp closed for season. Water still on in Park. Lots of water foul and birds moving South and stopping by for a short visit. Don’t miss out on the Fall catching action and spectacular scenery. Slips out after this weekend.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset

LAKE OPEN TO CATCHING: 24/7/365

WATER FLOW: 149 CFS IN 123 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 64

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH

OFF SEASON: Labor Day marks the end of the busy Summer season here at the Park. Things slow down during the week but weekends remain very busy through October. The water will quickly clear as night time temps drop and Fall catching will bring lots of great memories. As Fall progresses we will have fewer boats in the water and fewer staff to service those we have, make reservations soon if you plan on coming out. Walk ups are sometimes impossible to do because we don’t have the staff on site so reservations highly advised.

PIC # 1: Spinney keeps pumping out the big Pike. Pic courtesy Kyle M.

PIC # 2: Pike action from shore. 11 Mile Marina Guide Owen pitching Kastmasters.

PIC # 3: Followed by Trout action out of the boat the next day pitching tubes.

PIC # 4: Right out our backdoor. Pic courtesy Dillion C.

PIC # 5: The one that got away. Pic courtesy Greg A.

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: If you get on the right color pattern action is hot. Although your standard colors like pink and green are go to colors sometimes they don’t work so go through the tackle box. Lots of baits and methods working. In the Fall season you don’t need a boat to catch fish as shore action picks up. Kastmasters doing well in general. Stop in for the latest info.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR TO POORER:

NORTHERN PIKE: VERY GOOD TO EXCELLENT: Pike action at Spinney and here continues to be strong. Timing is important and bite times vary. To be sure opportunities are there for really big fish. Lots of baits are working. When they are this aggressive a steel leader may be appropriate. Stop in for the latest update.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2023 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 07.20.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM

SUNDAY 7:00AM - 6:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Like every other business always looking for that right person that needs a job. Call for appt.

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENT CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

CURRENT CONDITIONS: A few nighttime thunder storms keeping things green. Weed growth on the lake accelerating. Some pelicans are getting aggressive, following boats and swooping in to steal fish on your line. Our best guess is people are feeding the birds from their boats while cleaning fish on the lake. We have seen this happen as large crowds of pelicans and seagulls swarm around the boat of the offending party. Now they are associating boats with a meal.even if they have to grab it from your line. Please don’t feed the wildlife.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Canoes, Kayaks and SUPS from our rental fleet. Variety of styles and prices to choose from. We have sold about half of what we want to sell. Come check them out Old Towns and Mad River 15hp Yamaha four stroke long shaft motor. Good condition $999.00 OBO

WATER FLOW: 93.2 CFS IN 103.2 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 65

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Great day on the lake! pic courtesy d.isham

PIC # 2: Andrew, Conner and Uncle Doug have a great time with Larry/11Mile Marina.

TROUT: GOOD: Boaters are seeing good action around the lake. Lead core trolling rigs are hot. Come in and lets us show you our selection ready to fish. Bite times vary and each day may take an adjustment. Rapala’s still doing well. They are usually a strong Spring bait but they continue to catch nice fish. Kastmasters with reflecting tape gold, chrome or red have performed well. Sundown into dark best from shore. Lots of baits effective. Many like night crawler and tiny white mallow.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR: Not even seeing one of two here or there. Mostly opportunities lost as when you do get one on they don’t quit fighting and always seem to get off. Pink and Chartreuse are good colors. Tas Devils, Kokanee Kustoms, Macks wedding rings and pink Needlefish are good bets that catch Trout while your hoping for a salmon.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR TO GOOD: Starting to see more fish being landed mostly smaller but a few decent ones here and there. Try trolling big sticks in 15 feet of water. Also big white or chartreuse tube jigs. Bill’s Spinner Baits in black/blue and brown/orange doing well only available here or Valley Country Tackle. Spinney reports still seeing bigger fish being caught.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2023 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 07.13.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM

SUNDAY 7:00AM - 6:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. DOES ANYONE NEED A GOOD PAYING JOB Call for appointment 719-748-0317

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENT CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

CURRENT CONDITIONS: The water temp rose quickly and just like that weeds are a problem if you like to troll. Large islands of weeds with some submerged floating below the surface makes for troublesome times. Things still green no fire ban

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Canoes, Kayaks and SUPS from our rental fleet. Variety of styles and prices to choose from. We have sold about half of what we want to sell. Come check them out Old Towns and Mad River 15hp Yamaha four stroke long shaft motor. Good condition $999.00 OBO

WATER FLOW: 47.5 CFS IN 63 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 65

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Eric doubles up with another nice Pike out of Spinney and he reports it was caught on a brown and orange Bill’s Spinner Bait that he picked up at the Marina store. Pic courtesy Eric B.

PIC # 2: Keanan catches the big one. Pic courtesy Kim Z.

TROUT: GOOD: Jigging is coming on as the fish are filling up with crawdads. Shore anglers doing well on a variety of baits. Stop in for the most up to date information on what where and how. Lead core trolling rigs are hot. Come in and lets us show you our ready to fish rigs starting at $129.00

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR: Although we see a a few here and there they just are not happening. Mostly opportunities lost as when you do get one on they don’t quit fighting and always seem to get off. Pink and Chartreuse are good colors. Tas Devils, Kokanee Kustoms, Macks wedding rings and pink Needlefish are good bets that catch Trout while your hoping for a salmon.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Starting to see lots more fish being landed mostly smaller but a few decent ones here and there. Try trolling big sticks in 15 feet of water. Also big white or chartreuse tube jigs. Bill’s Spinner Baits doing well only available here or Valley Country Tackle.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2023 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.30.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM

SUNDAY 7:00AM - 6:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. DOES ANYONE NEED A GOOD PAYING JOB Call for appointment 719-748-0317

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENT CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Summer is trying to arrive. It’s been dryer and warmer. No fire bans with lots of green and mountain flowers. Water level high. They say the Season kicks off with Memorial Weekend. By 4th of July it is full on super busy in the high country. Lots of patience is in order as all businesses are short staffed with huge volumes of people. Weather looks to be great this weekend.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Canoes, Kayaks and SUPS from our rental fleet. Variety of styles and prices to choose from. We have sold about half of what we want to sell. Come check them out Old Towns and Mad River 15hp Yamaha four stroke long shaft motor. Good condition $999.00 OBO

WATER FLOW: 93.2 CFS IN 102.3 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 60

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Great Blue Heron with new family. Pic courtesy J. Johnston/L.Falk

PIC # 2: Pelican with newborn. Pic courtesy J.Johnston/L.Falk

PIC # 3: Team event 21 incher. Pic courtesy D. Thorpe

TROUT:VERY GOOD::The hot Trout action continues. Lots of fish caught on many different baits and methods. Trolling has been very productive. Tas Devils, Rapala’s, Kastmasters. Mack’s wedding rings and everything in between. Some catch bigger fish than others. Deeper tends to score bigger fish. Bite times vary but we are catching them very consistently throughout the day.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR: Pretty much the same report. There are anglers catching one here one there. Mostly from North Shore to points East around Duck Island and Deer Island. Most are using Dodgers and Sling Blades with a variety of offereings like Mack’s Wedding Rings, Wiggle Hoochies and Squids tipped with corn or Gulp Maggot. Look to Kokanee Kustoms and Pro Troll Kokanee Killer. We have had some opportunities but lost them at the boat on Macks Imperial spoon in red trolled clean all by itself on a lead core out five colors. No blades no corn no maggots.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: Action is picking up ever so slightly. Smaller fish the order of the day with large ones seen prowling the shallows. Big sticks, large spoon and large tube jigs are a good bet. They like fire tiger color patterns.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.15.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM

SUNDAY 7:00AM - 6:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. DOES ANYONE NEED A GOOD PAYING JOB Call for appointment 719-748-0317

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENT CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

CURRENT CONDITIONS: It’s been cool with a fair amount of moisture. Down to 32 degrees one night.But it is green with no fire bans. All Park facilities are open. It really has been perfect catching weather. Partly cloudy and sunny. Trout bite has been awesome

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Canoes, Kayaks and SUPS from our rental fleet. Variety of styles and prices to choose from. We have sold about half of what we want to sell. Come check them out Old Towns and Mad River 15hp Yamaha four stroke long shaft motor. Good condition $999.00 OBO

WATER FLOW: 93.2 CFS IN 53.4 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 56

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Marina Guide trip with great catching! It was good right before a storm moved in, took a small break and then it was really great after. Actually hit the water while it was still lightly raining and caught the fish in the pic in less than 45 minutes.

PIC # 2: Another Marina Guide trip with a Kokanee in the mix. They released at least five fish over 18 inches. Kept a couple under 16 and released the rest. We caught fish non stop for four hours.

PIC # 3: An early Fathers Day treat for these two going catching with Larry

PIC # 4: A decent number of Browns like this one being caught this Spring. This likely indicates a successful spawn a few years ago. Browns have not been stocked at Eleven Mile in many many years so the ones you catch here are truly “Eleven Mile” Browns! This one was released.

PIC # 5: Salmon Man. pic courtesy ctKohne

TROUT:EXCELLENT:: Lots of big fish being caught at least by our Guides. If you wanted a great catching experience now would be the time to book a trip. Some June dates still available The bite is on and we are really doing extremely well. Everyday is different but all of our trips have scored big fish in the last two weeks. Conditions seem to be in a holding pattern with cool nights and mild to cool days keeping the bite strong. Lots of baits doing well stop in for the latest info on what bait is hot!

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO POOR: Pretty much the same report. There are anglers catching one here one there. Mostly from North Shore to points East around Duck Island and Deer Island. Most are using Dodgers and Sling Blades with a variety of offereings like Mack’s Wedding Rings, Wiggle Hoochies and Squids tipped with corn or Gulp Maggot. Look to Kokanee Kustoms and Pro Troll Kokanee Killer. We have had some opportunities but lost them at the boat on Macks Imperial spoon in red trolled clean all by itself on a lead core out five colors. No blades no corn no maggots.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR TO POOR: The water is still a might chilly and we hope when it gets into the upper 50’s we will see action improve. But for the most part it has been challenging with smaller fish hitting and bigger ones playing it safe. Try big Rapala’s specially the F18 in Pike Pattern trolled in 15 feet of water.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.08.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM

SUNDAY 7:00AM - 6:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. DOES ANYONE NEED A GOOD PAYING JOB Call for appointment 719-748-0317

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENT CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Nice and green NO fire bans. All Park facilities are open. Although the hatch has been on it has been unusually cool and wet and keeping them down. Last weekend saw a another weather report with rain in it that kept the crowds at bay but they missed out as usual since it barely sprinkled and the catching was awesome. People try to cancel a boat rental the day before a reservation based on a weather report and we tell them you can cancel four days before for no reason full refund less $25 cancel fee but cancel on a weather report day before no refund. If we do not put you out because of weather we will give you 100% money back. Everyone that showed up this past weekend got on the water and got in all of their time. The weather was absolutely perfect.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Canoes, Kayaks and SUPS from our rental fleet. Variety of styles and prices to choose from. We have sold about half of what we want to sell. Come check them out Old Towns and Mad River 15hp Yamaha four stroke long shaft motor. Good condition $999.00 OBO

WATER FLOW: 38.5 CFS IN 49.5 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 55

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: It’s about the catching!

PIC # 2: Five pounder Witchers Cove from shore…Power Bait pic courtesy E. Vigil

PIC # 3: It’s about the catching and memories !!

PIC # 4: They have been doing a Father/Son annual Eleven Mile fishing trip every year for 17 years out of a Marina rental and certainly know how to catch them here

PIC # 5: Big Salmon on Macks Wiggle Hootchie

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD:: Lots of fish being caught. People are complaining that they caught 25, 35, 45 fish but all the same size. Many fish from Winter stocking are running 12 to 14 inches but are chunky and spunky making for a fun time. It’s a numbers game keep at it and catch a big one. If you are boating and have a down rigger the bigger fish seem to have moved to deeper water. We have been trolling and working our down riggers five to ten feet off the bottom in 35 to 55 feet of water with a variety of offerings with jointed Rapala’s doing the best. Most of the fish we catch trolling deeper are substantially bigger then the stockers, ranging 18” to 21”. If you are working lead core you should be at least five colors out in deeper water. Lots of different baits are working but some clearly catch bigger fish then others. Guess that’s why we have tackle boxes. Shore anglers can do well like the young angler above in Pic #2 on Power Bait, Night Crawlers and Marshmallows. Kastmasters do well from shore as well as jigs and flies.

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR TO POOR: There are still folks catching one here one there. Mostly from North Shore to points East around Duck Island and Deer Island. Most are using Dodgers and Sling Blades with a variety of offereings like Mack’s Wedding Rings, Wiggle Hoochies and Squids tipped with corn or Gulp Maggot. Look to Kokanee Kustoms and Pro Troll Kokanee Killer. We have had some opportunities but lost them at the boat on Macks Imperial spoon in red trolled clean all by itself on a lead core out five colors. No blades no corn no maggots.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR TO POOR: The water is still a might chilly and we hope when it gets into the upper 50’s we will see action improve. But for the most part it has been challenging with smaller fish hitting and bigger ones playing it safe. Try big Rapala’s specially the F18 in Pike Pattern trolled in 15 feet of water.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 06.01.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY WEEKEND

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. Call for appointment 719-748-0317

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENTA CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

USED CANOES, KAYAKS, SUP’s FOR SALE: We are out of the Paddle Sports equipment rental biz. We are no longer renting this equipment. Old Towns, Mad River and Crescent. Many are recent acquisitions and like new. Come by and shop around.

15HP USED YAMAHA FOUR STROKE IN GOOD MAINTAINED CONDITION $1,000 OR BO

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Nice and green NO fire bans. It’s been pretty much nice in the mornings and an occasional shower in the afternoon. The massive annual chronomite hatch is on. The bite may slow up a bit during this period. Current weather patterns may keep them at bay but it usually lasts about 10 days started last weekend.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

WATER FLOW: 38.5 CFS IN 49.6 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 55

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: The brothers did great including a big salmon off an 11 Mile Marina pontoon.

PIC # 2: Colby reported hot and heavy action from 9 to Noon on the 26th with lots of fish in this class. Caught on lead core with cowbells and crawler harness. Pic courtesy Colby F.

PIC # 3: The Drew pic!. Courtesy Drew

TROUT: GOOD: Anglers in boats are seeing very good results trolling, pitching, working flies and drifting bait. As the water warms activity will continue to improve. Rapala’s are an early Spring bait and are always good here and are yielding big fish. We like the jointed ones but many patterns are effective Trolling has really picked up with many offerings doing well. Rainbow Pop Gear trailing with a crawler. Tequila Sunrise #5 and Pink Panther #55 in 13 gram on a lead core rig doing great. Arnies Dynamac Trolling Spoon in red, orange or chartreuse depending on the time of the day. Lead core presentations have done really well. Stop in we will show you what we mean. Rapala’s doing really well worked on a down rigger in deeper water.

KOKANEE SALMON:FAIR: Anglers hunting salmon are starting to see improved action although still far from what we look forward to.. Fish like the big one in pic above have been caught by others but generally just one or two and stories of the ones that got away. Look to deeper water with fish suspended 25 to 40 feet down. Sling Blades and Dodgers on lead core trailed by a variety of Macks offerings as well as Kokanee Kustoms tipped with one kernal of corn or Berkley Maggots. Also the Pro Troll Kokanee Killer in pink or red have also seen some action. Those big ones fight like no other and lots of fun.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR:: Staring to see some fish. The fish we have caught have been small. Action is improving still looking for warmer water.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 05.25.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY WEEKEND

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM - 7:00PM MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM

NOTE: If you call to make a reservation for guide services or other needs and leave a message and we don’t call you back its because your number dropped off in a dropped call. Try again THANKS

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. Call for appointment 719-748-0317

SORRY WE NO LONGER RENTA CANOES, KAYAKS OR SUPS

USED CANOES, KAYAKS, SUP’s FOR SALE: We are out of the Paddle Sports equipment rental biz. We are no longer renting this equipment. Old Towns, Mad River and Crescent. Many are recent acquisitions and like new. Come by and shop around.

15HP USED YAMAHA FOUR STROKE IN GOOD MAINTAINED CONDITION $1,000 OR BO

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Nice and green NO fire bans. It’s been pretty much nice in the mornings and an occasional shower in the afternoon. They don’t last long and fishing has been good on both sides of the showers. Right before and right after.

LAKE OPEN TO BOATING: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after.

SPINNEY OPENS FRIDAY MAY 26, 5:10am AT 65% OF CAPACITY

WATER FLOW: 54.7 CFS IN 96.8 CFS OUT

WATER TEMP: 54

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Holy Moly. Donovan J. reported catching this trophy on May 21 at 11:00AM trolling a Rapala off the point in the North Shore Marina area. He said it was 30” weighing 18.3 lbs. WOW

PIC # 2: The Big Brown

PIC # 3: Spiritual Eleven Mile

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Anglers in boats are staring to see very good results trolling, pitching, working flies and drifting bait. As the water warms activity will continue to improve. Rapala’s are an early Spring bait and are always good here and are yielding big fish. We like the jointed ones but many patterns are effective Trolling has really picked up with many offerings doing well. Rainbow Pop Gear trailing with a crawler. Tequila Sunrise #5 and Pink Panther #55 in 13 gram on a lead core rig doing great. Arnies Dynamac Trolling Spoon in red, orange or chartreuse depending on the time of the day. Lead core presentations have done really well. Stop in we will show you what we mean. Rapala’s doing really well worked on a down rigger in deeper water.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR: One here one there and lucky if you land them. They are fighters when they get big.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR:: Staring to see some fish. Little success but improving with warmer water.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

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11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 04.20.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

CURRENT HOURS: SATURDAY/SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:30PM MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM - 4:00PM (Closed Tuesday and Wednesday)

EMPLOYMENT: Seeking Summer season help. Need a job? We need you! Great OPPORTUNITY to make great money short term. Retail and other duties available Many staff members in the past have made up to $40/hr with hourly and gratuities. All boat renters pay gratuities which are evenly divided among dock and store staff. Hourly based on experience and abilities. Call for appointment 719-748-0317

FISHING GUIDE OPPORTUNITY: Looking for just the right person. Must have own boat and equipment. Must be available for all Summer dates. Eleven Mile and Spinney experience desirable. Guide license not required. Operate under our corporate Outfitters license. For insurance and tax purposes this is not a subcontract position. W2 applies. Call for over phone initial interview. 719-748-0317 Please do not pop in referencing this notice

USED CANOES, KAYAKS, SUP’s FOR SALE: We are out of the Paddle Sports equipment rental biz. We are no longer renting this equipment. Old Townes, Mad River and Crescent. Many are recent acquisitions and like new. Come by and shop around.

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Park County Stage 1 Fire Ban. This allows fires in Park official campsites fire pit. Check Park County website for updates. Lake is ice free. Boating opening date set 05.05.23. Lake is open 24/7/365 for shore fishing. Not all Park services are open yet. Most electric sites are open check CPW website or Park office for more Park information. All shoreline fishing access areas are open. There has been no snow of late. Dry and windy conditions for the most part. Water temp probably in 40’s

BREAKWATER INSTALL: The new breakwater system here at North Shore is set to be installed beginning May 2 and should last a few days. There will be lots of activity and heavy equipment around during this time.

LAKE OPENING TO BOATING: Currently Park Management is looking to May 5 as opening date

SPINNEY OPENING: Friday April 21 will be opening day. No boating accept for hand carry.

WATER FLOW: 66.3 CFS IN 81.7 CFS OUT 78.6 CFS into Spinney via Homestake pipeline 38.5 CFS via South Platte. 35.4 CFS positive. It’s hard to speculate when boating will be possible but no time soon.

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Came into Marina for guidance. Spent some money caught a big fish! pic courtesy A.Johnson

PIC # 2: Nice Male Cuttbow caught and released

PIC # 3: Nice Brown caught and released

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: April fishing conditions have been challenging with wind and cold temps. The next couple of weeks should see great opportunities for big fish all around the lake. Since the big Cuttbows and Rainbows are in spawn mode they are in very close to shore. Look to sandy and rocky bottoms. You can observe spawn holes in the sand from fish activity. They move in and out as the day progresses. Clearly early morning and late afternoon seem to be the best. Many baits work but selectively in that you need to change up from time to time. If you are fishing bait you’re sitting in wait. If you are working lures, jigs and flies we like the move around method. Try a spot try another after a bit if no fish move in. Take ten cast then ten paces. Lots of fish moving the shoreline at North Shore Marina areas. But you will find the same activity all around the lake if the bottom conditions are sandy or rocky. Successful baits include tube jigs, jointed Rapala, Kastmasters, Fly and bubble or fly rod. San Juan worms, Woolly Buggers and scuds. A good time of year to practice catch and release as most are in spawn mode. Browns and Cutthroats spawn in the Fall but they do come in to eat the eggs.

KOKANEE SALMON: NO REPORT

NORTHERN PIKE: NO REPORT:

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

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11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 03.016.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

STORE HOURS: SATURDAY/SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:30PM MONDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM - 4:00PM (Closed Tuesday Wed Thursday) We will be closed March 28 - April 7 No Fishing Report March 30 and April 6

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Ice thickness holding at 20” to 24” it’s been warm with wind until today. Softer ice, puddles of water from melted snow along shoreline areas was starting to appear. Most snow on the lake had melted. The next few days are set to be much colder with some snow. Four inches so far. This will firm the ice cap for another week to be sure. That would mean a full month of March for decent ice fishing conditions. Based on weather reports we see ice fishing until the end of the month

FOR SALE: Like new Strike Master 40V 10” Power Auger. These are awesome. Like new Like 90 days old.Winter rentals $599.00 new SALE PRICE $425.00 Two avaialble

VEXILAR: FLSE-8 Genz box 90 days old $265.00 One available

WATERCRAFT RENTAL: Lots of people are making appropriate plans for the Summer. Many campsites are sold out by some time in April. Boating reservations available now. Effective with the 2023 Season for all kinds of reasons we will no longer rent Canoe’s, Kayak’s and SUP’s. We will be introducing a retail offering of paddle sports equipment. Details to be announced soon. In addition we will also be offering a limited number of waterside secured storage rack space for your own canoe, kayak or SUP. If your go to lake is Eleven Mile leave your boat with us. Rates will be monthly or seasonal. Call for more information and reservations.

WATER FLOW: 88.7 CFS IN 67.3 CFS OUT

Weather Station: Although we got our on site live weather station working as seen below we have had technical issues with the camera feed and still have not solved the problem.

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Closed for the Season.

CONTEST RESULTS TO BE POSTED SOON: THANKS TO ALL PARTICIPANTS FOR THE BEST TOURNAMENT SERIES IN ITS 20 YEAR HISTORY.

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Brian Johnson from Salida Team Johnson/Johnson Team # Pro-5 begins their historic run at the Marina March Madness with this 5.25lbs Trout caught in the first set for first place in the set. Full results t be posted soon. pic courtesy B. Johnson

PIC # 2: Beckman Johnson from Salida Team Johnson/Johnson Team # Pro-5 with another prize winning fish placing second in set one. pic courtesy B. Johnson

PIC # 3: Brian Johnson lands this 13.4lbs in set two for another first place giving Team Pro-5 two chips in the BFP draw and then winning the BFP for $2,850.00 in addition to other winnings for the Madness event totaling almost $4,500.00. Full results posted soon. pic courtesy B. Johnson

TROUT: GOOD: This is the time of the season to fish shallow for big fish. Electronics doesn’t do much good in 4 feet of water. Look for sandy bottom. North Shore in particular is good but this approach should work most anywhere on the lake. Bigger fish are set to spawn and are cruising under the ice to make spawn beds. Lots of stockers are cruising in and out which is a good thing as big Trout and Pike are also on the prowl trapping smaller fish in ice capped shallows. Pink jigs like the Eagle Claw Paddle Bug and 11 Mile Marina Krystal Lazer have been very effective. Bait is also very effective in the shallows. Nightcrawler, salmon eggs and spawn sack laying on the bottom. They will suck them in, better be quick on the hook set.

KOKANEE SALMON: FAIR: The fish are there but the biting is not. Many have caught some but no one is reporting anything more than a few here and there. They are finicky fish to be sure. Although its better to see fish than not it sure is frustrating when fish can be under you for significant time and chase your jigs up and down only to reject. Go through the box there seems to be no rime or reason for what they may hit. Timing is everything and no set pattern seems to be working.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: There are big ones cruising the shallows in search of easy pickings. Some have shown interest but many are or so careful. Noise will scare them away. It’s better to leave your bait dead in the water rather than move or jig it once they come in on you. Scaring them away is way easier than you think. If they want it they will take it a some point. Leave it be have patience deep breathing.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 01.26.23

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

STORE HOURS: SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 4:00PM

MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM - 4:00PM (Closed Tuesday & Wed unless we’re here or by reservation) We will take Guide reservations for any date

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Ice thickness ranging from 13” to 18”. Recent media reports about pressure ridges and people falling through have given some people the thought that the ice is dangerous. First of all we always like to say “there is no such thing as safe ice”. All frozen bodies of water need to be dealt with a serious amount of caution. Ice with no snow and a person with no cleats can fall and crack their head. Pressure ridges are natural formations with essentially two continents of ice pushing against each other as the ice expands. An active pressure ridge in early Winter is generally a good sign that the ice is getting thicker. There is never a good time to cross a pressure ridge and for absolute safety should be avoided. BUT in keeping with “why did the chicken cross the road..to get to the other side” a number of anglers in search of Kokanee on the East end believed they needed to get to the other side of the ridge to get to “the spot”. A number of anglers experienced what its like to go through the ice. Luckily all survived. Going on a frozen lake is like going back-country skiing. GO PREPARED. Safety gear includes rope, ice picks around your neck, throw-able flotation device, SPD, change of clothes. Try not to go alone.

It’s been cold like -20. Ice is firm and ready to fish. New snow about an inch. Roads are plowed with some snow packed and icy spots. Fresh snow makes for more work dragging your stuff out.

WE RENT ICE FISHING EQUIPMENT: Reservations highly advised or first come first served

WATERCRAFT RENTAL: In addition to contest sign up you can reserve boats now for 2023 at 2022 rates by clicking the “REGISTER NOW” box.

CONTEST STUFF: Great event last weekend. Results and standings will be posted on the 2023 Eagle Claw Colorado Classic page. Still working on it hope to have it done by Friday sometime

Next event is the South Park Ice Masters. FEBRUARY 11 Trout only total weight two fish. Optional Big Fish Pot. If a team wins a first place and BFP a polygraph is automatically required. Prize money for one team could be over $5,000.00 depending on number of entries.

WATER FLOW: 58.5 CFS IN 70.3 CFS OUT

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE HAVING A FUN WINTER CARNIVAL FEBRUARY 19, 2023 RAMP’S & ALLEY’S FROM SALIDA WILL PROVIDE RENTAL ICE SKATES AT NO CHARGE

MARINA WILL PLAY HOST AND HAVE THE ICE RINK READY FOR OTHER FUN ACTIVITIES PLANNED CALL 719-748-3401 FOR DETAILS

WATERDOGS: Waterdogs have been a hot bait for PIKE through the ice. Supplies are still available

FROZEN SUCKERS: Suckers have also been doing good with the Pike. We have the perfect size in stock.

Weather Station: Although we got our on site live weather station working as seen below we have had technical issues with the camera feed and still have not solved the problem.

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Closed for the Season.

DATES FOR EARLY ENTRY ON FORM ARE WRONG. EARLY ENTRY RATES ARE GOOD UP UNTIL TWO DAYS BEFORE EVENT (started that last year with the new online sign up program. Early entry still gets 10 sign up points)

EAGLE CLAW COLORADO CLASSIC ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT 2023: February 11 South Park Ice Masters, March 11 Marina March Madness. Go to contest page for info and details. Sign up now go to “REGISTER NOW” BOX below. You can also sign up in the Marina Store any time. Last event sold out sign up now.

DATES FOR EARLY ENTRY ON FORM ARE WRONG. EARLY ENTRY RATES GOOD UP UNTIL TWO DAYS BEFORE EACH CONTEST.

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

A lot more folks have been using our ice rink this year and we have a few odds and ends in case you forget a puck or two, break a stick need some tape or laces etc. WE HAVE HOT CHOCOLATE TOO1

PIC # 1: Niko told his parents he had a dream that he had caught a big Pike and the next week he did. As the Blondie songs says “Dreaming is free” AND they come true some times. 15 lbs 38” Caught on the 21st. Congratulations Niko. Pic courtesy J. Holcomb

PIC # 2: Stella does it again with an even bigger better salmon. Caught on the 22nd Pic courtesy S. Solomon

PIC # 3: With the snow finally arriving we will do our best to keep the ice rink area plowed and ready to skate.

TROUT: GOOD: Action is still decent with early and mid morning the best. Look to 12 to 20 feet of water and often right on the bottom. Plenty of Trout have been caught by the salmon anglers in their attempts to catch Koke limits. Often times the bigger Trout are cruising slowly just below the ice not more than a foot or two. Set a dead stick with a small jigs like a Tiny Tot or a small crappie tube and just let it sit.

KOKANEE SALMON: FAIR TO GOOD: Fish being caught but bite is sporadic. When it happens its hot hot hot. Try spoons like Kastmaster, Swedish Pimple and Krocodile. Tip it with something such a meal or wax worm or Gulp Maggot. Work your spoon top to bottom they can come in quickly and not always where your pop gear may be set. Put yourself close to your jigging machine like six to 10 feet if you have one. We were going to try and make some but the demand was to significant and getting the parts we wanted continued to be challenging. You can do it. If you don’t have one make one they definitely help.

NORTHERN PIKE: FAIR: They just weren’t biting contest day but what a difference a week makes. Niko proved that the big ones will bite. Right place right bait right time right dream and lots of patience. Try mid morning to mid afternoon. Waterdogs and suckers continue to catch fish.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 11.24.22

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

STORE HOURS: NOVEMBER SATURDAY/SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM

STARTING DECEMBER 1: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM SATURDAY - SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 4:00PM

We will be open November 25, 26 and 27th come out for a visit 8:00AM to 4:00PM

FRIDAY IS CO BREATHE FREE DAY ALL STATE PARKS FREE ADMISSION

ICE REPORT: As of 11.28.22 Lake is 70% ice capped. Strong winds out of the West have done significant damage to the ice cap. Open water from west side of Goose Island all the way past North Shore. All the ice from Marina area to Howbert is gone. West side by Cross Creek has not shown open water but given the wind situation things could change for the worse. We will post conditions as they develop. EXTREME caution advised if you are heading out. It’s an early ice on we are not in a hurry next week is fine with us. Temps have not been conducive to building mass add the wind and its not pretty. It’s suppose to get cold again for a couple days but if the wind doesn’t calm down ice can’t form. Early ice makes sounds that curdle the blood of many new to ice fishing and sends a chill down the spine of even the most experienced. Can you say Ice Quake! Smart early ice adventurers bring some rope, Type 4 throw-able, SPD and a PFD vest wouldn’t hurt unless you are wearing coat and bibs with flotation technology. BE SAFE

HOT BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: Our BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL is rent a boat for 2023 at 2022 pricing and get HALF OFF. Choose a date or don’t and make it later but no guarantees for any specific date and time if you make it later. Friday Saturday Sunday ONLY!! In Store Or Over The Phone ONLY!! SORRY NO ONLINE. You can also e-mail us at elevenmile@hotmail.com and we will put you in the que and call you back. Some restrictions apply.

WATERDOGS: Waterdogs have been a hot bait for PIKE through the ice. We have made predictions before regarding supply issues on certain products as things have been challenging the last two years. We don’t see good news on waterdogs moving forward. Drought conditions in critical areas and early freeze will more than likely restrict supply overall. We just got some in and anticipate there being a supply in the early part of the season. But when they’re gone the right size will be near impossible to get. Bring your bait bucket and put them up..they last a long time.

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Dry conditions, dusting of new snow on the ground. Open water around North Shore including the little boat cove which is hard to believe as it usually goes first. Weather report for weekend looks pretty good. It has been cold with most morning temps at zero and single digits although last night was mild at 19.. It has been more mild during the day the last few days. If there is ice and open water there are usually Bald Eagles fishing the edges..quite a site. Bring your binocs if you travel this way this weekend could be great Eagle viewing as we do not see the open water freezing all the way over the next few days

Weather Station: Although we got our on site live weather station working as seen below we have had technical issues with the camera feed and still have not solved the problem.

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

WATER FLOW: 112 CFS IN 109 CFS OUT

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Closed for the Season. As those of you that fished Spinney toward the end you saw great action and unprecedented drops in water level. You could watch it going down as you fished sometimes. At above flows and little coming in its still dropping

EAGLE CLAW COLORADO CLASSIC ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT 2023: January 14 Grand Slam, February 11 South Park Ice Masters, March 11 Marina March Madness. Go to contest page for info and details. Sign up now gor to “REGISTER NOW” BOX below. You can also sign up in the Marina Store any time. NEW TWIST: for the 20th Anniversary. ANY TEAM THAT WINS FIRST PLACE IN ALL THREE SPECIE at the GRAND SLAM WILL BE PAID A BONUS $1,000.00. We will increase that by $1,000.00 next year and every year thereafter if no one wins. We have had teams place in all three but none have ever taken first in all three categories.

BREAKWATER UPDATE: We just received written notice that the new wave attenuation system is planned to be installed April 24, 25, 26, 2023

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: 12.27.22

PIC # 2: Kastmasters have been one of the most effective lures year in and year out here at Eleven Mile and Spinney. According to ACME TACKLE we are #1 in retail sales in the USA. We carry a large selection more than other stores. This Winter we also have the RatteMaster which has been redesigned, The D-Chain which was very effective last year, the BaitFish patterns and the new last year DR which stands for Drop Rate. This lure packs a heavy punch in a small profile with a high density tungsten body resulting in 2x the drop rate. New color patterns all have UV Glow paint. The new Wonderbread color pattern looks like it will be a hot one. Its worth checking out our fantastic selection they are just awesome in the Winter!

PIC # 3: We have a great selection of St. Croix ice fishing rods and combo’s “Greatest Rods on Earth”

PIC # 4: Points West toward Stoll Mountain

PIC # 5: Happy Thanksgiving. Caught 11.23.22/ 3:30 PM Lbc

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: The last few days from shore have been hot at certain times mostly late afternoon and sundown. Limited areas you can fish but North Shore and Coyote Ridge still have open water in some shoreline areas. We suspect they will still be open the next few days. The bites occur sporadically but they are strong when they occur. We have been jigging although flies, lures and bait can all catch.

KOKANEE SALMON: NO REPORT

NORTHERN PIKE: NO REPORT

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 10.27.22

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

WEEKLY FISHING REPORT ON VACATION IN NOVEMBER

MARINA STORE HOURS: Effective November 1. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM

FISHING REPORT ON VACATION THROUGH THANKSGIVING HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Witchers Cove Boat Ramp closed for season. Park showers closed for season.

Water clarity poor. Seasonal crud in the water from lake bottom turning has been pretty bad. Water temp will clear things up as it continues to drop. Water level normal. Currently snowing. Weather turns back to nice tomorrow. Last day of boating October 31. Lake open for catching 24 7 365!!

STOP BY THIS WEEKEND AND TALK ICE FISHING. WE ARE GETTING READY!!
WATER TEMP: 48

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

WATER FLOW: 149 CFS IN 134 CFS OUT

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Due to low water levels the boat ramp has been closed for the season. Park is open and hand launch boats are allowed. Catching is Good.

NO SNAGGING: Salmon snagging is no longer allowed at Eleven Mile. It has been like that for some years already. AND even though the salmon run up river as they have been starting to do and will die as they spawn it is catch and release for all specie in the” Dream Stream”

EAGLE CLAW COLORADO CLASSIC ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT 2023: January 14 Grand Slam, February 11 South Park Ice Masters, March 11 Marina March Madness.

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: Brian comes annually with his son and hit it hard for a few days. They caught some nice fish on their visit.

PIC # 2: How could I forget. Made a misstatement last week. This was the biggest Trout weighed in at Marina this year. REMEMBER late May wind a howling from shore 14.78lbs. What a catch!!

PIC # 3: They had a great day last weekend. Nice Brown in the bunch.

PIC # 4: From Shore at Spinney couple days ago

TROUT: FAIR TO GOOD: As the water temperature drops below 50 things tend to slow up a bit. But the big fish are definitely hitting. Shore action before the lake freezes takes proper warm clothing but you can catch some really big fish.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR:: Bite has evaporated for us. The river has plenty of four year olds swimming up stream. Fun to catch.

NORTHERN PIKE: GOOD: More little fish are showing up but still seeing a good number in the 26” to 33” size. Stick baits, spoons and jigs have all done well. Don’t just look West as we have done well in Witchers Cove area and East Bay. Bite times vary with mid morning and mid to late afternoon pretty consistent. Wind is your catching friend if its not to strong. The Pike bite was steady and strong from late Summer through now.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks

11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 10.20.22

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY , THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM - 4:30PM SATURDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM SUNDAY 8:00AM - 5:00PM

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Witchers Cove Boat Ramp closed for season. Park showers closed for season. Some color remains but not much. Weather has been wonderful overall.

Water clarity poor. Seasonal crud in the water from lake bottom turning has been pretty bad. Water temp will clear things up as it continues to drop. Water level normal.
WATER TEMP: 53

BOAT RENTALS: We are almost done for the season but still have a couple in the water. Call for availability.

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

WATER FLOW: 149 CFS IN 134 CFS OUT

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Due to low water levels the boat ramp has been closed for the season. Park is open and hand launch boats are allowed. Catching is Good.

NO SNAGGING: Salmon snagging is no longer allowed at Eleven Mile. It has been like that for some years already. AND even though the salmon run up river as they have been starting to do and will die as they spawn it is catch and release for all specie in the” Dream Stream”

EAGLE CLAW COLORADO CLASSIC ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT 2023: January 14 Grand Slam, February 11 South Park Ice Masters, March 11 Marina March Madness.

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: This Gunker put up a fight and how. At 30” 10lbs this Cuttbow is the 2nd biggest Trout weighed in at the Marina this year!!

PIC # 2: This trophy caught on Monday deserves another pic. Headed to the taxidermist.

TROUT: FAIR TO GOOD: The hot bite in the beginning of the month has cooled a bit. Trolling and pitching still catching fish but some effort and numerous change ups to find the right color of the day or size of the lure may be required. Mid morning has been good. Gunker in above pic caught at 11:00AM. Tube and marabou jigs producing nice size Cuttbows. Trolling lead core or down rigger with Tas Devils or Needlefish successful in addition to green rainbow pop gear trailing a crawler. Most fish running just under 16” to 21” with frequent fish 22” to 24”. Shore anglers seeing decent action still at night and early morning and sundown.

KOKANEE SALMON: POOR:: Bite has evaporated for us.

NORTHERN PIKE: GOOD: More little fish are showing up but still seeing a good number in the 26” to 33” size. Stick baits, spoons and jigs have all done well. Don’t just look West as we have done well in Witchers Cove area and East Bay. Bite times vary with mid morning and mid to late afternoon pretty consistent. Wind is your catching friend if its not to strong.

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

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11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 09.15.22

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

MARINA STORE HOURS: MONDAY , THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8:00AM - 4:30PM SATURDAY 8:00AM - 6:00PM SUNDAY 8:00AM - 5:00PM

BREAK WATER IMPROVEMENT PLAN: No install this Fall gee go figure. Hopefully in the Spring.

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Witchers Cove Boat Ramp closed for season. Park showers closed for season. No fire ban we still have had some rain here and there. For those that feared the weather report fo last Saturday and changed their plans to come up know that it was a great fishing weather day. A little cool no real wind and partly sunny partly cloudy.
WATER TEMP: 65

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

WATER FLOW: 166 CFS IN 132 CFS OUT

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

We have a great selection of Tasmanian Devils because an earlier in the season order just showed up. Hard to find patterns or hard to find in general may be hanging on our wall.

TASMANIANS TASMANIANS TASMANIANS HOT catching patterns #56, #55, #125, #Y82, others with pink We also have 4 packs like getting one for free

PIC # 1: Not caught on Saturday. 15.2 lbs 38.5 inches

PIC # 2: Sunday, Not caught on Saturday. She didn’t care her biggest Pike ever.

PIC # 3: Caught on Saturday weighed in at 14lbs won $500.00 in the FHNB Fundraiser Funraiser

PIC # 4: Caught on Saturday fishing for Pike.

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: Lots of action off the boats. Weeds are dissipating. Tube jigs are coming on strong color changes regularly but white and pink pearl pepper have been good. Tasmanian Devils are very effective. FT pattern has been hot lately as well as anything with Pink. Bite times vary with an early and mid morning bite being the best although we have also done well later in the day. Shore action best early and sundown.

KOKANEE SALMON: FAIR:: A decent number of fish caught. No limits but mostly four year olds. Pink Tasmanian long lined so that means they are not deep. From Duck Island to Rocking Chair.

NORTHERN PIKE: VERY GOOD TO EXCELLENT: REPEAT Strong bite continues. Lots of different baits are working. X Rap and Husky Jerk Rapala in Clown pattern, Fire Tiger and bright colors seem to be best. BILL’S SPINNER BAITS doing well even on a troll (sold here almost exclusively) Tube jigs very productive. You might get bit off from time to time but they are cheap enough and more often than not you will lip them and get them in. Steel leader doesn’t hurt when using the pricey stick baits.

CRAWFISH: VERY GOOD: It’s still prime time. Fishing license required no limit. Boil em up. We have some great traps for sale. The ones we use for maximum production. It’s a Cajun thing

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

Please direct any questions, comments or inquiries to elevenmile@hotmail.com

Reservations and payments taken over the phone and purchases on line via credit card are secure.

Copyright 2019-2022 Mile Sports, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this report maybe printed or reproduced either in whole or in part without written permission. Thanks