CPW issues emergency public salvage for McKay Lake in Westminster
August 12, 2026
CPW issues emergency public salvage for McKay Lake in Westminster
WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Due to the imminent loss of the fishery from drought conditions, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is issuing an emergency public salvage order for McKay Lake Open Space in Westminster, effective immediately. All bag and possession limits have been lifted. The restrictions on flies and lures, as well as the requirement to catch and release largemouth bass, have been suspended at the waterbody.
Anglers must have a valid Colorado fishing license and follow all legal angling methods. Commercial fishing will not be allowed. Hand-launched vessels with a City of Westminster permit and shoreline angling only. No motorized boating is allowed.
CPW has stocked largemouth bass, channel catfish and black crappie at McKay Lake. Anglers also have the opportunity to harvest common carp.
An updated list of closures and fishing restrictions due to drought can be found on the CPW website. The Fishing Atlas also provides anglers with information on closures and new angling opportunities.
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