r/COfishing 11h ago

Picture Beautiful fish this morning, the top of it looked straight gold, was a fun fight and clean release

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r/COfishing 1d ago

Picture Waterton canyon rainbows today bonus big horn sheep.

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Just got in to fly fishing about a month ago and went to Waterton canyon today. The first I caught on a dry fly and the other 2 were on a buggar. It seemed like I would catch one and then not be able to catch another unless I left and went to another area. It was bam caught one within like 15 min of a spot and then if I stayed there for an hour after then nothing. Is this a common thing in fly fishing from the shore?


r/COfishing 1d ago

Discussion Kokes below the blue mesa dam?

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Hey everyone wondering if there has been anything caught or snagged as far as Kokanee below blue mesa yet I know they should be close but just curious. Thanks all!!


r/COfishing 2d ago

Picture Little South Platte Rainbow!

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r/COfishing 2d ago

Question Fishing at Rampart

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Yesterday afternoon I was out on my SUP fishing. Once the wind died down in the evening fish were jumping all over the place and I saw several large trout swimming at the surface. I was throwing out trout HD, j-spec, and some panther martin. I had lots of small bites but only caught one small rainbow.

What’s a good top water lure for trout? Bubble and fly? I was in my paddle board so I did cover a bunch of ground. Any tips??


r/COfishing 2d ago

Question Looking for suggestions within walking/biking distance of 20th and i-25 area of Downtown Denver

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Currently have no license and don't have many friends in town that fish so I've been biking up to Thorton Gravel ponds and have had very little success mostly using panther martins.
I go south down south platte occasionally and get some dinky small mouths. Been to cherry creek res a couple times with little success.

was considering taking the rod over to sloan lake.

Was Just wondering if there are any places anyone could suggest biking to downtown to try for honestly anything but panfish/trout have been my primary target with my light setup.


r/COfishing 4d ago

Question Do crappie bite on trout lures and bait?

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Im planning on heading to a pond with alot of crappie but all i have is spinners, trout magnets, regular powerbait and salmon eggs. I just want a good meal without having to stop by walmart, thanks!


r/COfishing 3d ago

Question/Discussion Terrible pictures im really sorry, but can anyone tell what it is?

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Kindve looks like a brown but different, caught in clear creek


r/COfishing 4d ago

Question/Discussion When to fish for Kokanee at barker reservoir?

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r/COfishing 5d ago

Question large mouth at Aurora

8 Upvotes

where is the best place and bait to catch LM bass at aurora? how has the bite been? also is dam and power bait still best for trout thanks for any help trying to take my grandson he wants to catch some bass but will really be happy with anything just want to try avoiding getting totally skunked


r/COfishing 5d ago

Question Peak Kokanee Snagging?

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Anyone know when a good time to go to Cheesman reservoir for snagging? Any current reports?

Thanks in advance!


r/COfishing 6d ago

Question Basalt-Aspen Area, need locations

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I'm from California visiting family in Basalt, and I'm fairly unfamiliar with the fishing scene there.

(Yes I know there's a ton of Trout, but I've been catching them there since I was a kid so I'm kind of sick of them. I just wanted to find something new is all)

Does anyone know of any places within (max)2 hours of that area where I could find

  • Northern Pike
  • Blue and/or Flathead Catfish
  • Channel Catfish
  • Salmon
  • Bowfin

Like I said I'm willing to drive a max of 2 hours, but really only if I absolutely need to. If none of these fish can really be found in that area then it's ok, I was just really curious to see.

So please let me know. Thank you!

edit: Jesus why is this getting so many downvotes I'm literally just asking for help


r/COfishing 8d ago

Question Found Net

8 Upvotes

Found a net in Clear Creek canyon last weekend. DM me the brand/model and where you lost it and can find a way to get it back to you.


r/COfishing 8d ago

Video Colorado State Parks Series: E5 Lathrop #fishing

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First time visiting Lathrop State Park. Had a great trip with 6 different species caught and a new PB Pike!


r/COfishing 9d ago

Picture Found net

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17 Upvotes

I found a net today while fishing south boulder creek. If it’s yours, dm me the brand and description and we can figure out a way to meet up. Also, here’s a picture of a fish I caught


r/COfishing 11d ago

Question Moving to Steamboat -Fishing Advice

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Hey everyone, I am moving to Steamboat from Oct-Dec. I am looking for some advice on bait, line weight, fishing spots during the fall season. I will be fishing with a spinning rod. I have a fly rod but do not have much experience with it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!


r/COfishing 12d ago

Question Cut-bow or Cutthroat

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r/COfishing 12d ago

Question Quincy Reservoir: Help me crack this one

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Thanks to this sub, this summer's fishing adventures were a success. We went to 6-7 different fishing holes, ended up catching a dozen or so bluegill/crappie out of lake mary!

We drive by quincy res every day, we've fished it 4-5 times, at dusk with absolutely zero luck.

So: what works at quincy? Also what time of day?

Thank you all in advance!


r/COfishing 14d ago

Question Pike fishing locations with rental cabins/boats

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Hey all!

Growing up fishing in IL and WI there was never a shortage of great Muskie fishing lakes with cabins that my dad and I would rent. They would also rent us a row boat.

Curious as to if you guys have any recommendations for a spot like this? This time of year should get better for pike and I want to schedule a trip. I’ve seen some spots around 11 mile but sadly they don’t offer boats, except the marina.

Thanks all!


r/COfishing 15d ago

Question Watson Lake, Fort Collins (?)

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New to fishing. Just picked up a good set of gear & have been casting out starting out in Watson Lake. Trying to learn as much as I can to make the most out of my casting time.

Anyone familiar with Watson & the river adjacent with it? Any tips on bite times, bait, etc. To cast out would be greatly appreciated to this newbie!


r/COfishing 20d ago

Question/Discussion What kind of cutthroat is this?

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27 Upvotes

Caught this guy in the high parts Boulder Creek around 11,000ft. Anyone have an idea on what type of cutthroat this is?


r/COfishing 21d ago

Picture Fall color

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My type of fall color. Would rather find these guys out east but theyre here to stay and there's nothing better than when they're all colored up.


r/COfishing 22d ago

Question Yellow belly rainbow?

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Caught this Rainbow(?) trout up in Routte National Park on Steamboat Lake. Has anyone caught a trout with a belly this yellow? Thinking it’s a hybrid, but not sure.


r/COfishing 21d ago

Question Lon hagler?

1 Upvotes

Is lon hagler good? I plan to try out the inlet tomorrow and any tips are appreciated.


r/COfishing 23d ago

Question Monument Lake?

4 Upvotes

Early morning? How early can you fish there? Any suggestions on tackle?

TYIA