Fishing in Colorado

Lake Arbor Fishing Regulations

Jefferson County, Colorado · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons

Lake Arbor is a lake in Jefferson County, Colorado. It has its own fishing regulations for 4 species, including Largemouth Bass, Sauger, Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye. These rules replace Colorado's statewide limits on this water.

4 species with limits

Map of Lake Arbor

Aerial map of Lake Arbor, Jefferson County, Colorado
39.8433, -105.0666Directions ↗

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Lake Arbor limits by species (2026)

SpeciesSize limitDaily bagSeason
Largemouth Bass15" min–Always open
Sauger15" min–Always open
21" min1Always open
Smallmouth Bass15" min–Always open
Walleye15" min–Always open
21" min1Always open

– means no limit is listed for this water. Rules not shown here follow Colorado's statewide regulations.

Lake Arbor fishing: common questions

What fish have special regulations on Lake Arbor?

4 species have rules specific to Lake Arbor: Largemouth Bass, Sauger, Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye.

What is the largemouth bass limit on Lake Arbor?

Largemouth Bass must be at least 15" to keep on Lake Arbor.

What is the sauger limit on Lake Arbor?

Sauger must be at least 15" to keep on Lake Arbor. Limits change during the year.

What is the smallmouth bass limit on Lake Arbor?

Smallmouth Bass must be at least 15" to keep on Lake Arbor.

Do Colorado statewide fishing rules apply on Lake Arbor?

Where Lake Arbor 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.

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