Fishing near Centennial, Colorado
Arapahoe County, population 108,418.
- 3 milesto nearest lake
- 6ramps nearby
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Centennial as a fishing base
In Arapahoe County, the city of Centennial counted 108,418 residents in 2020. Head north roughly 3 miles for Cherry Creek Reservoir, the closest lake page. Boats launch closest at West Ramp on Cherry Creek Reservoir, roughly 3 miles from town.
The closest stream page is the South Platte River, 9 miles away. The nearest Gold Medal reach is the South Platte River, about 9 miles out. The CPW notes say yes to ice at 1 lake on this list. Since 2024, nearby water made the stocking report 56 times.
Census 2020 population and Gazetteer point for Centennial; distances are straight lines.
Still water around Centennial
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Elevation ft | Notes | Species listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Creek Reservoir | 3 miles north | 881 | 5,550 | ice fishing, gas motors, trout stocked | black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish |
| Quincy Reservoir | 5 miles northeast | 127 | 5,717 | no motors, trout stocked | black crappie, largemouth bass, rainbow trout |
| Kettering Lake | 7 miles west | 12 | 5,458 | no boats | |
| Garland Pk Lake | 8 miles north | 3 | 5,379 | no boats | |
| Exposition Park Pond | 8 miles north | 4 | 5,463 | no boats | |
| Centennial Park Lake | 9 miles west | 21 | 5,298 | no boats, trout stocked |
Trout streams around Centennial
- South Platte River9 miles, Gold Medal 24.1 mi; 9 reaches with special rules (45.2 mi); 7 public access properties; on the stocking report
- Bear Creek, Jefferson County17 miles, 1 reach with special rules (14.5 mi); 2 public access properties; on the stocking report
- Bear Creek, Douglas County20 miles, 1 public access property; on the stocking report
CPW Fishing Atlas waterbodies and Boatable Waters species; CPW special-regulation and Gold Medal stream layers. Retrieved October 2026.
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- West Ramp on Cherry Creek ReservoirCherry Creek Reservoir, 3 miles
- East Ramp on Cherry Creek ReservoirCherry Creek Reservoir, 4 miles
- Quincy Reservoir boat rampQuincy Reservoir, 6 miles
- Aurora Reservoir boat rampAurora Reservoir, 10 miles
- South Ramp on Chatfield ReservoirChatfield Reservoir, 11 miles
- North Ramps on Chatfield Reservoir near ColumbineChatfield Reservoir, 11 miles
No-boat fishing around Centennial
- Tommy Davis Park Pond fishing access near Cherry CreekTommy Davis Park Pond, 2 miles
- Orchard Hills Park Pond fishing access near Cherry CreekOrchard Hills Park Pond, 2 miles
- Cherry Creek Reservoir fishing access near Cherry CreekCherry Creek Reservoir, 3 miles
- Cherry Creek Reservoir fishing access near Four Square MileCherry Creek Reservoir, 4 miles
- Perry Preserve Ponds, Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve 2medium access, 5,471 ft, 4 miles
- Perry Preserve Ponds fishing access near Cherry Hills VillagePerry Preserve Ponds, 4 miles
CPW boat ramps and Fishing Atlas fishing locations, retrieved October 2026.
Stocked trout water near Centennial
| Water | Listings | By year | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Creek Reservoir | 11 | 2026: 4, 2025: 5, 2024: 2 | Oct. 16, 2026 |
| Bear Creek, Jefferson County | 14 | 2026: 3, 2025: 7, 2024: 4 | Oct. 2, 2026 |
| Bear Creek, Douglas County | 14 | 2026: 3, 2025: 7, 2024: 4 | Oct. 2, 2026 |
| South Platte River | 11 | 2026: 1, 2025: 7, 2024: 3 | June 5, 2026 |
| Quincy Reservoir | 6 | 2026: 2, 2025: 2, 2024: 2 | May 29, 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.
Stream gauges near Centennial
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Big Dry Creek Below C-470 At Highlands Ranch, Co | 2 cfs, 1.72 ft gage height | Oct 26 5:15 pm |
| Cherry Creek Below Cherry Creek Lake, Co | 13 cfs, 4.50 ft gage height | Oct 26 5:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 26, 2026 5:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Fly shops and bait near Centennial
Bait and flies near Centennial
- The Denver Anglerfly shop, Centennial, 1 mile
- Marina at Cherry Creekmarina, Englewood, 3 miles
- Alpine Tackle Supplybait and tackle shop, Centennial, 3 miles
- Cherry Creek Reservoir Marinamarina, Arapahoe, 3 miles
- Valley Country Tacklebait and tackle shop, Aurora, 4 miles
- D's Flyesbait and tackle shop, Centennial, 5 miles
- Cabela's Lone Treesporting goods store, Lone Tree, 5 miles
- Sportsman's Warehouse Parkersporting goods store, Parker, 5 miles
Registered outfitters around Centennial
- Fish on Coloradofishing guide, Centennial
- Mile High Angler LLCfishing guide, Centennial
- Mile High Sober Flyfly fishing guide, Centennial
Yellow Pages listings and chain store locators; DORA outfitter roster (business city or county). Retrieved October 2026.
Lakes near Centennial in the record book
| Species | Record | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Muskie | 40-2.0 (lbs.-ozs.) | Quincy Reservoir | 1994 |
| Tiger Muskie | 58 inches in | Quincy Reservoir |
State records as printed in the 2026 Colorado Fishing brochure (CPW, season March 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027).
The statewide chart for Centennial anglers
CPW prices the annual license at $44.87 for residents, $124.01 for out-of-state anglers and $12.96 for resident seniors. For a quick visit, the one-day license is $18.07 for residents or $21.90 for nonresidents. Two rods at once requires the $14.24 second-rod stamp. The east slope rows of the chart apply around Centennial.
| 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.
What sits near Centennial
Mountain and plains towns near Centennial
- Cherry Creek1 mile
- Dove Valley2 miles
- Acres Green3 miles
- Greenwood Village3 miles
- Meridian3 miles
Counties holding part of Centennial
- Arapahoe CountyCPW Northeast Region
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Staying in Centennial to fish: common questions
Where is the nearest still water to Centennial?
Cherry Creek Reservoir, 3 miles north.
Can I launch a boat near Centennial?
West Ramp on Cherry Creek Reservoir, some 3 miles away.
What access site is nearest Centennial?
Tommy Davis Park Pond fishing access near Cherry Creek is 2 miles out (easy access, 5,661 ft).
What tackle counter sits nearest Centennial?
The Denver Angler, 1 mile from town.
Is there Gold Medal water near Centennial?
The South Platte River, 9 miles away, with 24.1 Gold Medal miles.
In which county do Centennial addresses fall?
Arapahoe County, Colorado.
Which nearby lake freezes for fishing near Centennial?
Cherry Creek Reservoir, 3 miles away, is flagged for ice fishing in the CPW notes; check ice conditions locally.
Are lakes near Centennial open all year?
Yes, every month and at night unless the brochure closes that water.
How much is a fishing license near Centennial?
CPW sells nonresidents a $21.90 day license, $41.04 five-day and $124.01 annual.
Does CPW plant trout within a drive of Centennial?
Yes; nearby waters appear 56 times on the CPW catchable trout report since 2024, most recently Cherry Creek Reservoir on Oct. 16, 2026.