Fishing

Fishing report
from Kirks Flyshop.

by Jesse Speer

by Jesse Speer

by National Park Service

Fishing opportunities in the Rocky Region range from high country catch-and-release fly fishing to big lake fishing to wintertime ice fishing.

Rocky Mountain National Park, headwaters for the Colorado, Big Thompson, Cache la Poudre and Fall Rivers, provides high country stream and lake fishing (see the page on fishing Rocky Mountain National Park). As these rivers flow from the Park they grow into popular fishing areas on both east and west sides.

Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain and Lake Granby on the west side are large lakes with commercial marinas, boat rentals and fishing charters. Lake Estes and Mary's Lake on the east side are smaller.

The Colorado license fee applies to fishers 16 and older. In Colorado, the first full weekend in June each year is free - no license required. Other regulations still apply. Be informed.

Local shops and marinas are excellent sources of information, equipment, guides, charters and the necessary Colorado fishing license.

Kirks Flyshop 230 E Elkhorn Ave Estes Park, CO 80517 (map) (970) 577-0790 (877) 669-1859 (email) Add to my notebook Kirks Fly Shop & Mountain Adventures is a full pro-line fly shop and outdoor adventure company, offering guided fly fishing, day hikes, backpacking, horseback/fly fishing, llama pack trips, winter snowshoeing trips. We are Family Owned and Operated, and committed to serving your outdoor adventure needs. We offer year-round guided trips throughout scenic Rocky Mountain National Park, with friendly, knowledgeable guides. www.kirksflyshop.com Add comments

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Fishing Rocky Mountain National Park

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