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Cutthroat trout

18 in · 2 lb 5 oz

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Cutthroat trout

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Cutthroat trout

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

18 in · 3 lb

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General info

Emerald Lake is a lake located in Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States. It is most popular for fishing Rainbow trout, Cutthroat trout, and Cutbow.

Location

37°33′13.6″N 107°26′43.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Emerald Lake, CO

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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Cities nearby

Piedra

17.0 miles away

Silverton

21.4 miles away

Bayfield

23.6 miles away

Ophir

29.7 miles away

Pagosa Springs

30.2 miles away

Durango

31.0 miles away

Ignacio

31.9 miles away

Rico

33.4 miles away

Telluride

33.7 miles away

Lake City

33.7 miles away

Southern Ute

34.1 miles away

Mountain Village

34.5 miles away

City of Creede

35.0 miles away

Ouray

35.0 miles away

Arboles

36.9 miles away

La Boca

39.6 miles away

Cathedral

43.0 miles away

South Fork

44.7 miles away

Alpine

47.9 miles away

Gerrard

48.4 miles away

Cedar Hill

48.7 miles away

Navajo Dam

50.9 miles away

Del Norte

60.4 miles away

Chama

65.8 miles away

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FAQ about Emerald Lake fishing

📍 Where is Emerald Lake located?
Emerald Lake is a lake located in Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°33′13.6″N 107°26′43.8″W
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🎣 Where on Emerald Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Emerald Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Emerald Lake?
The most common species in Emerald Lake are:
  • Rainbow trout - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Cutthroat trout - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Cutbow - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Emerald Lake fishing reports?
The latest Emerald Lake fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Emerald Lake?

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

In Colorado, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 64 and older qualify for a heavily discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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