Berthoud Reservoir Fishing Regulations
Larimer County, Colorado · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons
Berthoud Reservoir is a reservoir in Larimer County, Colorado. It has its own fishing regulations for 5 species, including Black Crappie, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Smallmouth Bass. These rules replace Colorado's statewide limits on this water.
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Berthoud Reservoir limits by species (2026)
| Species | Size limit | Daily bag | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
 Black Crappie | 10" min | 10 | Always open |
| Crappie | 10" min | 10 | Always open |
 Largemouth Bass | – | Catch & release only | Year-round |
 Smallmouth Bass | – | Catch & release only | Year-round |
 White Crappie | 10" min | 10 | Always open |
– means no limit is listed for this water. Rules not shown here follow Colorado's statewide regulations.
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Berthoud Reservoir fishing: common questions
What fish have special regulations on Berthoud Reservoir?
5 species have rules specific to Berthoud Reservoir: Black Crappie, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and White Crappie.
What is the black crappie limit on Berthoud Reservoir?
Black Crappie must be at least 10" to keep on Berthoud Reservoir, and the daily bag limit is 10.
What is the crappie limit on Berthoud Reservoir?
Crappie must be at least 10" to keep on Berthoud Reservoir, and the daily bag limit is 10.
What is the largemouth bass limit on Berthoud Reservoir?
Largemouth Bass are catch and release only on Berthoud Reservoir.
Is Berthoud Reservoir catch and release?
Some rules on Berthoud Reservoir are catch and release only, covering Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass. Check the table for the section and dates that apply.
Do Colorado statewide fishing rules apply on Berthoud Reservoir?
Where Berthoud Reservoir has its own rule for a species, that rule replaces the statewide limit. For species not listed on this page, Colorado's statewide regulations apply. Regulations are set by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife; confirm with the official 2026 regulations before keeping a fish.
Other Colorado waters with special regulations
- South Platte River
- Yampa River
- Colorado River
- White River
- Poudre River · Larimer
- Gunnison River
- Blue River · Grand, Summit
- Roaring Fork River
- Arkansas River · Chaffee , Lake , Fremont , Pueblo
- Animas River · La Plata
- Eagle River · Eagle
- Taylor River
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