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Fishing in Rifle, CO

Colorado, United States

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Top fish species in Rifle

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Roundtail chub

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Channel catfish

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Smallmouth bass

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Northern pike

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Rainbow trout

Parachute Ponds SWA

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Largemouth bass

20 in · 4 lb

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Largemouth bass

18 in · 3 lb

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Brown trout

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Northern pike

Rifle Gap Reservoir

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About Rifle fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Rifle, Colorado. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 962 catches for Rainbow trout, 688 catches for Brown trout, and 513 catches for Largemouth bass.

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Fishing regulations in Rifle

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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of April 21, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Anglers in Rifle, CO recommend these top fishing spots: Rifle Gap Reservoir, Grass Valley Reservoir, Rifle Creek, and Elk Creek.
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