Erie Lake Fishing Regulations
Boulder County, Colorado · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons
Erie Lake is a lake in Boulder County, Colorado. It has its own fishing regulations for 2 species, including Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass. These rules replace Colorado's statewide limits on this water.
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Erie Lake limits by species (2026)
| Species | Size limit | Daily bag | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
 Largemouth Bass | – | Catch & release only | Year-round |
 Smallmouth Bass | – | Catch & release only | Year-round |
– means no limit is listed for this water. Rules not shown here follow Colorado's statewide regulations.
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Erie Lake fishing: common questions
What fish have special regulations on Erie Lake?
2 species have rules specific to Erie Lake: Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass.
What is the largemouth bass limit on Erie Lake?
Largemouth Bass are catch and release only on Erie Lake.
What is the smallmouth bass limit on Erie Lake?
Smallmouth Bass are catch and release only on Erie Lake.
Is Erie Lake catch and release?
Some rules on Erie Lake 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 Erie Lake?
Where Erie Lake 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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