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Overland Reservoir (Dispersed)-Paonia RD
Overland Reservoir lies approximately 22 miles north of Paonia near the divide between the Grand Mesa National Forest and the Gunnison National Forest. This area offers a very beautiful setting, with the deep blue reservoir, grassy parks and thick green timber.
It is stocked every year by the Colorado Parks & Wildlife with Rainbow and Brook Trout. The average size fish caught is 6 to 8 inches. The reservoir is drained every fall, so the fish have no chance of reaching larger sizes. The fisherman with a boat may have better luck than fishing from the bank.
There are many dispersed camping spots located on the east side of the Reservoir.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | No water. No fee. |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Dispersed Camping. |
| Open Season: | June |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| Busiest Season: | Summer - Fall Hunting |
| Restrictions: | 14 day camping limit. |
| Closest Towns: | Paonia, CO |
| Restroom: | 2 Vault Toilets |
| Operated By: | USDA Forest Service, Paonia RD 970-527-4131 |
| Information Center: | U.S.G.S. Map: Chalk Mountain. |
General Information
Parking:T. 11 S.; R. 92 W.; Section 23 W 1/2.
Directions:
From Paonia: Travel north on Forest Service Road #701, Stevens Gulch Road, for approximately 17 miles to the intersection of Forest Service Road #705, Overland Road. Turn left onto FSR #705 and continue for approximately 5 miles to Overland Reservoir and dispersed camping area.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Brook Trout & Rainbow Trout
Horse Camping
Boating - Motorized
Highlights
Location
