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Buckeye Reservoir is a 109 acre reservoir located on the west side of the La Sal Mountains in Colorado and is situated in a valley of mature Ponderosa Pines at 7,600 feet. It is a favorite fishing and camping spot. The Reservoir is planted with Rainbow Trout by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. It's located by Buckeye Campground with the nearest town being Paradox, CO.
Best Route: Head south from Moab on US 191 for approximately 27 miles and turn left onto Highway 46 at La Sal Junction. Continue on Highway 46 for 32 miles into Paradox, Colorado. Turn left at 5.75 Road at the USFS sign. Continue to the T-intersection and turn left on U5 Road and follow the USFS signs to Buckeye Campground. It is about 13 miles on Forest Service Road 0371 from Paradox to Buckeye Campground and it is a winding gravel road. Please drive with caution Alternative Route—Very muddy or Impassable when wet, please use caution and discretion: Head south from Moab on US 191 for approximately 27 miles and turn left onto Highway 46 at La Sal Junction. Continue about 12 miles and take a slight left at Upper Two Mile Road (Forest Service Road 0208). Continue on Upper Two Mile Road for approximately 18 miles. Follow the signs to Buckeye Campground. Note: This route crosses private property. Please respect their wishes and property and do not trespass on this land.
Due to the mild winter and low snowfall amounts the reservoir was really low but we had a great time anyway and
One of those hidden jems, great place to relax and enjoy the time away from the office. Fishing and wildlife are an added bonus.
Campground was excellent but there is no reservoir anymore. The water is almost gone & cows use the old area to walk around & graze. If you’re expecting to paddle board or fish, go elsewhere.
