Antero Rules & Regulations

Fishing Regulations: Colorado Division of Wildlife

Bag/possession limit for trout is two of any size
Ice fishing allowed only when conditions permit. Denver Water does not monitor ice conditions, therefore it is important to be aware of changing ice conditions and proceed at your own risk
Only portable ice fishing shelters are permitted and must be removed from surface of lake when not in use
Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count toward daily bag and possession limit

Boats are allowed on reservoir half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset
Tying off boats to buoys is prohibited
PFDs (Personal Floatation devices) must be worn at all times by children 13 years and under
Toilet facilities on any vessel must be completely self-contained
Permanent boat storage is prohibited
It is unlawful to operate a boat under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Mandatory boat inspections for aquatic nuisance species occur at the south boat ramp only seven days a week
Small non-trailered, hand-launched watercraft (belly boats, canoes, kayaks, etc.) may launch from north ramp

The north shore is a day use area only. OVERNIGHT CAMPING IS PROHIBITED
Leaving a camper, trailer, pitched tent, motor vehicle or trailer unattended for more than 24 hours is prohibited
All types of camping are restricted to a total period of NO MORE THAN 14 DAYS. Following the 14-day period, person (s) may not relocate within the Antero area for a period of seven days
Management asks that campers are QUIET between 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
All campfires of any nature on any lands including all shoreline areas of the reservoir are prohibited except where fireplace grills and fire rings have been provided

Swimming, wading, scuba diving, wind surfing and water skiing are prohibited
Discharging firearms, except when hunting, is prohibited
All pets must be kept on a leash and under control at all times. Pet owners must clean up after pets
Motor vehicles are restricted to designated roads and parking areas
State traffic and game laws apply at the Antero Area unless otherwise specified
Off-road vehicle use of the area is prohibited
Snowmobiling on the reservoir is prohibited
It is unlawful to use, light, or ignite fireworks or explosives of any type
All special events require a permit