GOOD NEWS — THE GAME AND FISH, TROUT UNLIMITED, CODY ANGLERS GROUP AND THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION HAVE INSTALLED A PARKING LOT! Going forward, there will be more room and fewer conflicts at both lakes. Now the bad news. It is the end of the season and both lakes are freezing up at night if not already frozen.
Cold weather could if not already completely ice over the lakes. We are about to the end of the open water season and will have to look forward to next spring’s ice out. Both lakes are frozen. Access to Luce is from the Hogan reservoir parking lot off County Road 7 RP. If the road is dry, access is no problem. If it has been snowing, 4 wheel drive might be required. Please make sure you fasten the gate to Luce Reservoir to prevent cattle from escaping. Also, there have been sightings of grizzly bears on these lakes. Pack bear... View Article
The Sunshine Lakes are frozen. Ice should be 4-6 inches thick before it is safe to walk on. Thicker for motorized vehicles.