This time of year, nymphs will be your go-to

Author: Duranglers Crew Report Date: January 10, 2023 Water Conditions SAN JUAN RIVER AT PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO Flow: 70.0 ft³/s Water Level: 3.55 ft USGS Rising/Falling Steady Fishing Conditions This time of year, nymphs will be your go-to. Lean towards the smaller side of fly size, but it may not hurt to try a stonefly...

Expect fishing to wax and wane

Author: Duranglers Crew Report Date: January 10, 2023 Water Conditions ANIMAS RIVER AT DURANGO, CO Water Temp: 37.22 ° F Flow: 186 ft³/s Water Level: 2.25 ft USGS Rising/Falling Low and Steady Fishing Conditions The Animas: a favorite winter fishery. Expect fishing to wax and wane, but keep at it. Nymphs are the standard trick,...

It’s winter on the San Juan

Author: Duranglers Crew Report Date: January 10, 2023 Water Conditions SAN JUAN RIVER NEAR ARCHULETA, NM Water Temp: 40.46 ° F Flow: 289 ft³/s Water Level: 2.74 ft USGS Rising/Falling Steady Fishing Conditions It’s winter, and winter on the San Juan can mean solitude coupled with some lake turnover. This off-color water won’t make fishing...

22 lb. Pike

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 This week’s colossal catch is a nostalgic one, belonging to Mr. Greg B., who pulled in a 22lb, 38” Pike from Spinney Mt. Reservoir.

Walleye are reported as good closer to the surface

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: Open to boating year-round, please see their boating page for information on closures ANS: Eurasian Watermilfoil, New Zealand Mudsnail Ice: No- Always verify prior to visit- conditions susceptible to change Species Recorded: walleye, wiper, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, spotted bass Notes: Walleye...

Ice Ranging 0-5 inches

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: The reservoir is closed to boating- anglers take precautions when fishing from shore ANS: None documented at this time Water Temperature: N/A Ice: Present- ranging from 0”-5” Weather: As of 12/30- Sunny Recorded Species: trout, walleye, bass (large and small, white), perch, wiper Notes:...

No Ice Fishing At This Time

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: As of 10/31/2022, the lake has been closed to all vessels- this does apply to hand-propelled watercraft like paddleboards and kayaks. ANS: None documented at this time Water Temperature: N/A Ice: “Skim Ice” only, no ice fishing at this time Weather: Partly...

Ice is present

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: Reservoir is open year-round, weather and ice conditions permitting. Please call for updates ANS: None documented at this time Water Temperature: 43º Ice: Ice is present. Please take precautions as there are pressure ridges throughout and can be dangerous. Use your best...

Cherry Creek Fishing Report

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: The reservoir is closed to boating- anglers please take precautions when fishing from shore ANS Present: Eurasian Watermilfoil, Hybrid Eurasian Watermilfoil *ANS Inspections have concluded for the season- please call 303.297.1192 for ANS inspection options and information Water Temp: 37º...

Chatfield Reservoir Report

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: The reservoir is closed to boating- Anglers please take precautions when fishing from shore ANS Present: Eurasian Watermilfoil, Hybrid Eurasian Watermilfoil, New Zealand Mudsnail * ANS Inspections have concluded for the season- please call 303.297.1192 for ANS inspection options...

Ice thickness 0-3 inches

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 30, 2022 Boating Status: The reservoir is closed to boating- Anglers please take precautions if fishing by alternative methods. ANS Present: Eurasian Watermilfoil Ice: Partial- Always verify prior to visit- conditions susceptible to change Notes: Ranger Terry Jones: “Ice throughout the reservoir with pockets of...

Some ice is previously reported near shallow inlets

Author: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Report Date: December 12, 2022 Boating Status: “December 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023: The ANS Station/Boat Ramp will be open only to boats with green seals from Navajo State Park, Colorado; by appointment only and if staffing is available. Please call 970-883-2208 at least...