Third state record brook trout caught in 2022; previous mark had stood for 75 years

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: November 15, 2022 LAKE CITY, Colo. – As Colorado Parks and Wildlife celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2022, it may be long remembered as the year of the brook trout. Only five months after CPW certified a new state record brook trout for the...

Blue River Rainbow

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: November 4, 2022 From the Blue River: Zach L. with a Tremendous Trout!

The water level is rising as Barr Lake is currently being filled

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 31, 2022 As of 10/31/2022, the lake has been closed to all vessels- this does apply to hand-propelled watercraft like paddleboards and kayaks. The water level is rising as Barr Lake is currently being filled. Occasionally, trout can still be caught along...

Chatfield Reservoir Fishing Report

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 30, 2022 The reservoir is currently open to boating, however the inspection and launching of motorized vessels is restricted to the North Boating Ramp- the South Boating Ramp is closed due to staffing shortages. Boating season will end on November 30, 2022.

Trout fishing from shore has been slow to fair

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 30, 2022 As of 10/30, Ranger Jones reports that “Trout fishing from shore has been slow to fair. Boaters have reported fair to good success on trout trolling with crawlers. Walleye fishing is slow to fair trolling with bottom bouncers with crawlers...

Boyd Lake Fishing Report

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 25, 2022 As of 10/25/2022, the ADA Accessible Fishing pier and the Heron Cove Boat Ramp are closed. The water temperature is running around 58º on the surface, and the main boat ramp remains open. The ANS inspection hours for November are...

Catch of the Week

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 21, 2022 This slab of a walleye was caught by Ryan Bame! What a walleye Ryan!

Antero Reservoir Fishing Report

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 20, 2022 As of 10/20/22, Angler’s Covey reports “Out of all of the lakes in South Park, Antero has been fishing the best as of late. We have seen some very cold overnight temps with some above average daytime temps. These cooler...

Blue/Green Algae is currently present

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 17, 2022 As of 10/17/22 City of Aurora Ranger Jones reports, “Blue/Green Algae is currently present. Trout fishing is slow. Bass fishing is slow to fair. A few reports of bass being caught using soft plastics, chatter baits and top water lures in...

Aurora Reservoir Fishing Report

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: October 17, 2022 This 762-acre impoundment is located off E. Quincy Avenue, two miles east of E-470. Open to boating. As of 10/17/22, City of Aurora Ranger Jones reports, “Trout fishing from shore has been slow to fair but appears to be picking...

Nymphing season and go small too

Author: Duranglers Crew Report Date: October 11, 2022 CFS 56 CFS above 10 CFS (Below Lemon) Rising/Falling Falling Fishing Conditions Nymphing season, and go small too. Flows dropped below will require stealth Above, fishing has been tough with pressure, and cooler temps. Patterns/Bug Nymphs: Copper Johns 14-20, Hare’s Ear 16-18, San Juan Worms, Jigged Frenchies, Orange...

San Miguel River Fishing Report

Author: Duranglers Crew Report Date: October 11, 2022 Water Conditions SAN MIGUEL RIVER NEAR PLACERVILLE, CO Flow: 29.8 ft³/s Water Level: 3.55 ft Rising/Falling Dropping Fishing Conditions Fall pocket water time: nymph rigs will be what you want to start the day with, but watch for hatches of BWOs and small fall Caddis Rains will cause...