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Online Resources for Fishing in Colorado

June 3, 2022

We gathered some great resources and link for fishing in Colorado.



ONLINE RESOURCES


FISHING CONDITIONS:

cpw.state.co.us/fishingconditions


FISHING REPORT & STOCKING REPORT
Fishing and stocking reports are generated weekly April 1– Oct. 31, and twice a month Nov. 1–March 31. Sign up to receive the reports:

cpw.state.co.us/signup/fishingreport

cpw.state.co.us/fishstocking


BOAT REGISTRATION:

cpw.state.co.us/boatingregistration


FISHING ATLAS
The interactive Colorado Fishing Atlas allows you to search for fishing opportunities by species, specific interest or proximity to your home or destination:

cpw.state.co.us/maps


FISHING MAPS
Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online:

cpw.state.co.us/maps


FISHING NEWS & EVENTS
Check out upcoming fishing tournaments, such as Debunk the Winter Funk at Stagecoach State Park and the Kokanee Giveaway.


CATCH OF THE WEEK
Send us your photo for a chance to be featured online:
dnr_fish.reporter@state.co.us


FISHERY MANAGEMENT & SURVEYS OF COLORADO'S WATERS
CPW is the lead agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in the state of Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey; find the PDF online.


AND MORE! GO TO:
cpw.state.co.us/fish

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There is something about seeing a trout come to the surface to eat an adult insect. Having fly-fished in the Rocky Mountains for nearly 30 years, there are now a series of bug hatches that are highly anticipated and often pursued.
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One of the more fun aspects of fly-fishing is evolving as an angler to be able to target and effectively catch different species. Many fly-fishermen start by targeting freshwater species like trout. As other species get added into the mix, another evolution of the freshwater fly-fisherman is moving to the salt.
February 20, 2023
There are times when fly-fishing for trout when the fishing is seemingly easy. Trout are up in obvious feeding zones and smashing your offerings on a regular basis.
2022 Colorado Fishing License Requirements
June 3, 2022
2022 Colorado Fishing License Requirements from the Colorado Parks and Wildlife
June 3, 2022
Always double check with your local offices. Below are the published fees for 2023 in Colorado for fishing licenses.
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