Beaver Creek Reservoir - Elevation 8,850 ft.  114 acres of water offers easy access for kids, seniors, and is HANDICAPPED-accessible. Like Big Meadows there are various types of trout, browns, and salmon, found in its waters. Caught on any type of rig that you may want to use whether bait, lure or flies. This is one of the closest lakes to town, with exceptional fishing, with a drive time of only 15-20 minutes. The lake itself is approximately 8 miles outside of town, with a spectacular drive that warrants a slower drive time. This lake also offers exceptional winter ice fishing. 

Native Cutthroat, rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout,

Clear Creek Reservoirproduces good sized brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout, and also host some Kokanee Salmon. A boat ramp is provided, with camping available nearby.

Location: Clear Creek is located 13 miles north of Buena Vista on U.S. Hwy 285.