Fishing near Broomfield, Colorado
Broomfield County, population 74,112.
- 2 milesto nearest lake
- 3ramps nearby
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Casting near Broomfield
Census figures put 74,112 people in the city of Broomfield (Broomfield County) in 2020. A drive of about 2 miles southeast reaches Trails Pond, the nearest lake page. Biggest of the bunch: McKay Lake, at 50 acres. Standley Lake boat ramp is the closest mapped ramp, about 7 miles off.
Nearest stream with a page: the Left Hand Creek, 13 miles. Gold Medal trout water is 17 miles away on the South Platte River. The trout report shows 16 listings since 2024 for waters close to town.
Census 2020 population and Gazetteer point for Broomfield; distances are straight lines.
For the trout herePiscifun Carbon XT ultralight spinning reel25% OFFSale $59.99 Reservoirs a short drive from Broomfield
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Elevation ft | Notes | Species listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trails Pond | 2 miles southeast | 3 | 5,260 | no boats | |
| McKay Lake | 2 miles east | 50 | 5,248 | no motors | black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish |
| Stearns Reservoir | 3 miles west | 27 | 5,275 | no boats | |
| Community College Pond | 3 miles south | 4 | 5,236 | no boats | |
| Waneka Lake | 4 miles northwest | 49 | 5,328 | no motors, trout stocked | black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish |
| Hunters Glen Lake | 4 miles east | 16 | 5,250 | no motors | black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass |
Creeks an easy drive out of Broomfield
- Left Hand Creek13 miles, 3 public access properties
- Boulder Creek14 miles, 1 reach with special rules (4.7 mi); 2 public access properties
- South Boulder Creek14 miles, 3 public access properties
- South Platte River17 miles, Gold Medal 24.1 mi; 9 reaches with special rules (45.2 mi); 7 public access properties; on the stocking report
CPW Fishing Atlas waterbodies and Boatable Waters species; CPW special-regulation and Gold Medal stream layers. Retrieved October 2026.
Fishing spots by Broomfield on one map
- Standley Lake boat rampStandley Lake, 7 miles
- Boulder City Reservoir boat rampBoulder City Reservoir, 12 miles
- Arvada Reservoir boat rampArvada Reservoir, 13 miles
Shoreline and pier access by Broomfield
- The Trails Pond fishing access near BroomfieldTrails Pond, 2 miles
- Tom Frost Reservoir fishing access near Broomfield, Broomfield County 2Tom Frost Reservoir, 2 miles
- Tom Frost Reservoir fishing access near Broomfield, Broomfield CountyTom Frost Reservoir, 2 miles
- McKay Lake fishing access near BroomfieldMcKay Lake, 2 miles
- Stearns Reservoir fishing access near LouisvilleStearns Reservoir, 3 miles
- Loc Amora Lake (Jacobs Pond) fishing access near Superior, Josh's Pond 2Loc Amora Lake (Jacobs Pond), 3 miles
CPW boat ramps and Fishing Atlas fishing locations, retrieved October 2026.
Stocking report listings near Broomfield
| Water | Listings | By year | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Platte River | 11 | 2026: 1, 2025: 7, 2024: 3 | June 5, 2026 |
| Waneka Lake | 5 | 2026: 1, 2025: 2, 2024: 2 | May 8, 2026 |
CPW Fish Stocking Report (catchable trout, about 10 inches; each listing is a week the water appeared on the report, 2024 to October 2026); CPW publishes no numbers or sizes per water. Retrieved October 2026.
Runoff near Broomfield, live
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Big Dry Creek At Westminster, Co | 3 cfs, 1.08 ft gage height | Oct 27 6:30 pm |
| Coal Creek Near Louisville, Co | 0 cfs, 0.35 ft gage height | Oct 1 1:45 am Not updated since Oct 1, 2005. |
| Little Dry Creek At Westminster, Co | 1 cfs, 7.31 ft gage height | Oct 27 6:50 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 27, 2026 7:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Gearing up in Broomfield
Tackle counters on the way to Broomfield
- Cabela's Thorntonsporting goods store, Thornton, 3 miles
- Colorado Fly Fishingfly shop, Broomfield, 4 miles
- Yakoda Supplybait and tackle shop, Louisville, 5 miles
- Fish Creek Spinnersbait and tackle shop, Superior, 5 miles
- Sarabella Fishingbait and tackle shop, Erie, 7 miles
- Sportsman's Warehouse Thorntonsporting goods store, Thornton, 8 miles
- Angler's Productsfly shop, Boulder, 10 miles
- Charlie's Flybox Incbait and tackle shop, Arvada, 11 miles
Fishing outfitters by Broomfield
- JoeFish LLCfishing guide, Broomfield
- Colorado Fly Fishingfly fishing guide, Broomfield, (970) 406-1538
Yellow Pages listings and chain store locators; DORA outfitter roster (business city or county). Retrieved October 2026.
Colorado records near Broomfield
| Species | Record | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Crappie | 18.25 in | McKay Lake | 2023 |
State records as printed in the 2026 Colorado Fishing brochure (CPW, season March 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027).
What a Broomfield angler may legally keep
A Colorado license year costs $44.87 for a resident adult and $124.01 for a visitor; seniors living in the state pay $12.96. Out-of-state day trippers pay $21.90; Colorado residents pay $18.07 per day. Adding a second line takes the $14.24 second-rod stamp. Waters near Broomfield fall in the east slope part of the limits chart.
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Trout, arctic char, grayling, salmon and whitefish (not kokanee) | Daily bag 4, possession 8, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Brook trout 8 inches or less (bonus) | Daily bag 10, possession 10 | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Kokanee salmon | Daily bag 10, possession 10 | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Walleye, saugeye and sauger | Daily bag 5, possession 5, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass | Daily bag 5, possession 5, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| White bass, striped bass and wiper | Daily bag 10, possession 10, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Channel, flathead and blue catfish | Daily bag 10, possession 10, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| White and black crappie | Daily bag 20, possession 20, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Bluegill and other sunfish | Daily bag 20, possession 20, in aggregate | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Yellow perch | Daily bag 20, possession 20 | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Tiger muskie | Daily bag 1, possession 1; at least 36 inches long | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
| Northern pike and bullhead | No bag or possession limit | Open all year, day and night, unless a special regulation says otherwise |
Statewide limits chart, 2026 Colorado Fishing brochure (CPW, season March 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027), p. 10. Lake and stream pages list special regulations.
Within a short drive of Broomfield
Where to stay for a Broomfield trip
- Lafayette4 miles
- Northglenn5 miles
- Louisville5 miles
- Westminster5 miles
- Superior6 miles
Which county pages list Broomfield
- Broomfield CountyCPW Northeast Region
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A camera tour of the water by Broomfield
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Leaving Broomfield with a rod: what people ask
What reservoir is nearest Broomfield?
Trails Pond, 2 miles southeast.
How far is the closest boat ramp from Broomfield?
Standley Lake boat ramp is 7 miles out.
Do lakes near Broomfield have walk-up bank access?
The Trails Pond fishing access near Broomfield, roughly 2 miles; easy access, 5,260 ft.
Which store near Broomfield sells worms, lures or flies?
Nearest listing: Cabela's Thornton (3 miles).
Does Broomfield have Gold Medal trout nearby?
The South Platte River, 17 miles away, with 24.1 Gold Medal miles.
Which Colorado county surrounds Broomfield?
Broomfield County.
Where do Broomfield anglers ice fish?
The CPW notes do not list ice fishing for these lakes.
Can I fish at night near Broomfield?
There is no statewide closed season; special regulations can close a water.
Can Broomfield visitors buy a license for just one day?
Expect $21.90 a day or $41.04 for five days, $124.01 for the year.
Where are trout planted near Broomfield?
Yes; nearby waters appear 16 times on the CPW catchable trout report since 2024, most recently South Platte River on June 5, 2026.