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Fishing in Brighton, CO

Colorado, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Brighton spots deliver

Top fish species in Brighton

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout
Bluegill
Bluegill
Common carp
Common carp
Walleye
Walleye

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Walleye

Aurora Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

Cherry Creek Reservoir

11 in · 1 lb

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Rainbow trout

South Platte River

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Rainbow trout

South Platte River

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Rainbow trout

McCall Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

Standley Lake

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Rainbow trout

Standley Lake

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Rainbow trout

Cherry Creek Reservoir

10 in · 1 lb

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Cutthroat trout

Coot Pond

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Walleye

Standley Lake

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About Brighton fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Brighton, Colorado. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 25,282 catches for Largemouth bass, 7,385 catches for Rainbow trout, and 3,887 catches for Bluegill.

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Fishing regulations in Brighton

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Colorado can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Brighton fishing

Anglers in Brighton, CO recommend these top fishing spots: South Platte River, McKay Lake, Ladora Lake, Lake Mary, and Clear Creek.
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