McPhee Reservoir Fishing Regulations
Montezuma County, Colorado · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons
McPhee Reservoir is a reservoir in Montezuma County, Colorado. It has its own fishing regulations for 4 species, including Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Sockeye Salmon, and Walleye. These rules replace Colorado's statewide limits on this water.
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McPhee Reservoir limits by species (2026)
| Species | Size limit | Daily bag | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
 Largemouth Bass | 10–15" slot | Catch & release only | Year-round |
 Smallmouth Bass | 10–15" slot | Catch & release only | Year-round |
 Sockeye Salmon | – | – | Sep 1 – Dec 31 |
 Walleye | – | – | Always open |
– means no limit is listed for this water. Rules not shown here follow Colorado's statewide regulations.
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McPhee Reservoir fishing: common questions
What fish have special regulations on McPhee Reservoir?
4 species have rules specific to McPhee Reservoir: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Sockeye Salmon, and Walleye.
What is the largemouth bass limit on McPhee Reservoir?
Largemouth Bass are catch and release only on McPhee Reservoir.
What is the smallmouth bass limit on McPhee Reservoir?
Smallmouth Bass are catch and release only on McPhee Reservoir.
What is the sockeye salmon limit on McPhee Reservoir?
No size limit is listed for Sockeye Salmon on McPhee Reservoir. Season: Sep 1 – Dec 31.
Is McPhee Reservoir catch and release?
Some rules on McPhee 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 McPhee Reservoir?
Where McPhee 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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