Compared to the Pacific Northwest or even the East Coast, Colorado is quite a dry place. While the state isn’t technically a desert, it is located in a semi-arid region where water is often sparse. However, there are …
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Gold Medal Fishing Waters in Colorado
Colorado is blessed with a plentiful offering of trout-filled lakes, streams, and rivers. Countless gorgeous and promising spots to fish provide decent opportunities to reel in large trout around the state, but every …
Native Fish of Colorado
Fish have been introduced into Colorado’s streams since the 1870s, so they’ve been around for quite a while and they have helped turn Colorado into a fishing paradise. But the state was already home to about fifty-five …
The Largest Natural Lakes in Colorado
From a quick look at the map, Colorado seems to have loads of natural lakes, especially in the expansive mountain region spanning the central part of the state. But a closer look reveals that the number of manmade bodies …
11 Prime Fishing Spots near Boulder
Boulder's idyllic outdoor setting has helped it become one of the most well-known and beloved cities in the American West. Whether it's for higher education, the pursuit of a career at a tech company, or simply to live …
11 Fishing Spots Close to Fort Collins
You might not realize it without looking at a map, but Fort Collins is surrounded by lakes and reservoirs. One of the state's most scenic and fish-filled rivers also happens to run through the heart of town. This is good …
11 Best Places to Kayak in Colorado
While Colorado is best known for its mountains, there are plenty of beautiful lakes and rivers where you can go kayaking. If you’re looking for more than just views, and also a little excitement on the water, then you’ll …
7 Top Spots to Fish near Crested Butte
Crested Butte is a place where every outdoor recreational activity you can think of is vastly improved by the surreal grandeur of the area's mountain-packed surroundings, and fishing is no exception. Between its …
Top things to do in Aurora, CO
Denver's eastern neighbor, and the larger city by land area (third largest in the state by population), Aurora, is a big place with plenty of things to do. Year-round, this vibrant, diverse city of 380,000 people is …
10 Fantastic Fishing Spots in Colorado
Colorado is increasingly popular as a fishing destination in the Western world. Its many rivers, lakes, and mountain streams teem with cutthroats, rainbows, and browns. The state is loaded with lakes and rivers open …
7 Tips for Colorado Fishing with the Kids
Fishing is one of the best ways to introduce your kids to the natural world and most – even those who’ve never fished before – end up loving the sport. Fortunately for residents of the Centennial State, Colorado offers …
8 Great Fishing Spots around Telluride
Telluride's reputation for being a euphoria-inducing mountain paradise is well-deserved. The former mining town is set in one of America's prettiest settings, a box canyon carved out of stately tree-covered mountains …
8 Great Fishing Spots by Aspen
Aspen is set in one of the most arrestingly beautiful outdoor settings in the American West. Alongside skiing, hiking, and wildlife viewing, fishing is a popular activity around Aspen because of the serene destinations …
9 Awesome Spots to Fish near Trinidad
Between large and publicized investments into the cultural landscape of the city and the unique natural beauty of its surroundings, Trinidad is quickly becoming one of southern Colorado's most exciting cities. In …
10 Fishing Spots around Breckenridge
If you're lucky enough to live in or frequently visit this exciting mountain town, you already know that Breckenridge has a lot to offer, from its epic skiing to its terrific bars and restaurants and stellar mountain …
8 Top Fishing Spots by Bailey & Fairplay
The largest towns of Park County, Bailey, and Fairplay are both surrounded by immense peaks, lush evergreen forests, and excellent fishing opportunities. From vast mountain reservoirs to pleasant streams brimming with …
8 Prime Places to Fish near Pueblo
Let's face it. Aside from the Arkansas River flowing through the heart of town, Pueblo is an incredibly dry place. Luckily, this doesn't change the fact that there are some great places to fish nearby. From a …
6 Top Fishing Spots near South Fork
Sitting at the gate of the majestic Rio Grande National Forest, the small town of South Fork is just minutes away from some of the most exciting, scenic, and trout-filled fishing destinations in the state. One of the …
8 Favorite Fishing Spots near Durango
The small and exciting southwestern Colorado city of Durango checks all the boxes when it comes to perfect places for hosting outdoor recreational opportunities, including fly and conventional fishing. From pristine …
9 Fine Fishing Spots near Grand Junction
From bucolic rivers to gorgeous alpine lakes, the areas surrounding Grand Junction are flush with places to fish. And unlike the ever-expanding cities dotting the Front Range Urban Corridor, many of these prime fishing …
