Basics
- Location:
- About 60 miles east of Grand Junction
- Setting:
- Mountainous
- Size:
- 1.4 square miles
- Elevation:
- 8000 feet
- Season:
- Year-round
- Fees:
- $5
Description
Vega Reservoir is a beautiful, high-mountain lake that sits in an alpine meadow on the west edge of Grand Mesa National Forest. Visitors encounter mild temperatures and blue Colorado skies characteristic of the park's high altitude. Along with several beautiful campgrounds in the state park, the lake offers great boating, water-skiing and fishing.
Fishing
Fish:
Brown Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Rainbow Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Rainbow Trout
Details
Location:
About 60 miles east of Grand Junction
Setting:
Mountainous
Size:
1.4 square miles
Elevation:
8000
Season:
Year-round
Fees:
$5
Useful Map(s):
USGS 1:24000 - Vega Reservoir
Amenities
Water Features
- Boat Ramp
- Modern Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic Areas
- Drinking Water
- Cabins
Water Activities
- Boating
- Fishing
- Water Skiing
- Wind Surfing
