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Fishing in Colorado

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About Colorado fishing

Colorado’s mountain rivers and alpine lakes are a fly-fishing paradise, dominated by trout species. Reservoirs support bass, pike, and walleye, offering year-round freshwater opportunities for anglers seeking scenic and challenging experiences.

Colorado fishing license

Colorado requires a fishing license for anglers 16+. Licenses include resident, non-resident, daily, annual, and combination options, available online or at licensed agents.

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Top fish species caught in Colorado

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Biggest catches in Colorado

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State records of caught fish in Colorado

SpeciesWeightBrown trout30.5 lbsRainbow trout19.6 lbsWalleye18.8 lbsLargemouth bass11.4 lbsSmallmouth bass6.7 lbsBluegill2.6 lbs

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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

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Brown trout

Cub Creek

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Cutthroat trout

Coot Pond

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Walleye

Standley Lake

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Walleye

Standley Lake

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Walleye

Standley Lake

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Walleye

Standley Lake

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Fishing regulations in Colorado

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 Colorado fishing

Fishing regulations in Colorado, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Colorado, United States most often target Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Smallmouth bass. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Colorado, United States include Pueblo Reservoir, Chatfield Reservoir, and South Platte River. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.