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Abe Lee Fishing Site
Abe Lee Fishing Site is located on the south shore of Turquoise Lake, 6 miles west of Leadville. Good fishing plus a many other recreational opportunities are available at this popular lake.
The standard limit of fish allowed from Turquoise Lake is 4 fish total; 2 lake trout within the 4 fish limit with no size restrictions. Turquoise Lake is stocked with rainbow, brown, cutthroat, and brook trout. Turquoise Lake is rated as fair to good fishing.
A valid Colorado fishing license is required. Remember to check fishing regulations before fishing at any body of water. For stocking reports and more information on regulations or fishing licenses, check out the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Day use only between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. No overnight use. No Camping. |
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| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | June-September |
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| Closest Towns: | Leadville, CO |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault toilet |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
| Information Center: | Leadville Ranger District |
General Information
Parking:Free parking is available at the Abe Lee Fishing Site until 10:00 PM
Directions:
From Harrison Street in Leadville, turn onto West Sixth Street to County Road 4. Make a right onto County Road 4 at the T and drive to County Road 9 to the Sugarloaf Dam Site. From the Dam, drive approximately 1 mile and turn left onto the road to Abe Lee Fishing Site.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
The standard limit of fish allowed from Turquoise Lake is 4 fish total; 2 lake trout within the 4 fish limit, with no size restrictions. Turquoise Lake is stocked with rainbow, brown, cutthroat, and brook trout. Turquoise Lake is rated as fair to good fishing. This is a day use area which closes at 10 p.m.
A valid Colorado fishing license is required. Remember to check fishing regulations before fishing at any body of water. For stocking reports and more information on regulations or fishing licenses, check out the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website.