https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/4ebe18fb636821aa7c8e4749aa5748a1.pdf d881c37f92d0a914fbe0c4378cd37f0b PDF Text Text WHAT'S NEW C O L O R A D O P A R K S & LICENSES W I L D L I F E 2025 Colorado Fishing SEASON: MARCH 1, 2025–MARCH 31, 2026 cpw.state.co.us �ANGLER PHOTOS © Reese Buzzell © Anthony Raynor © Dennis Anderson © Devin Brower © Jim Schneider © Chuck Peck �© Cooper Skalla © Christopher Holder © Brian Kuster © Gavin Kulaga © John W (Bill) Prater �© Micayela Helaire © Travis Kiriluk © Antonio Edward Bolling © Sarah Liverman © Devin A Amen © Arlene Maloney © Sarah Stanton �© Martin Valenciano © Elliot Oldenburg © Ethan Williams © Aaliyah Cordova © Jacob Jerome Meadows © Hunter Byerly �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS LEARN MORE DID YOU KNOW: SUMMER FISHING TIPS COLORADO FISHING ATLAS WILDLIFE RESEARCH: RESEARCHING AQUATICS FISHING AWARDS & RECORDS © CPW photo by Michael DelliVeneri �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2025................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ What you need to buy a fishing license; license requirements......................1 ■ Residency requirements; Habitat Stamps; anglers with disabilities..............2 ■ Help improve your fisheries............................................................................2 GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Wild Trout; stream surveys.................3 ■ Aquatic nuisance species (ANS)......................................................................4 ■ Fishing terms glossary...................................................................................5 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................5 ■ State Records by Weight program & award table; Measure Your Catch...........6 ■ State Records by Length program & award table...........................................7 ■ Master Angler program & award lengths.......................................................7 FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River..........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin..................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages....................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: North Fork Gunnison Basin — Hotchkiss to McClure Pass..................20 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa...................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage..............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin......................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers...............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker...............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line...........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig..................................................36 FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/fishing-brochure WE'RE SOCIAL Join the Conversation ​​Cover Photo: Cutthroat trout © Mike DelliVeneri @CoParksWildlife As of January 2025, printing Colorado Parks and Wildlife hunting regulation brochures has offset 41,226 pounds of paper consumption by reforesting 496 trees as part of PrintReleaf Exchange. PrintReleaf helps organizations meet their sustainability goals by automatically reforesting the equivalence of their paper consumption and offsetting the carbon emissions associated with their paper and packaging products. 2025 COLORADO FISHING 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR Jeff Davis COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of January 2025 Dallas May, Chair Richard Reading, Vice-Chair Karen Michelle Bailey, Secretary Jessica Beaulieu Marie Haskett Tai Jacober Jack Murphy REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR Mark Koenig Gabriel Otero Murphy Robinson James Jay Tutchton Eden Vardy Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Jeff Davis, CPW Director COVER PHOTO © CPW photo by Mike DelliVeneri PRINTED February 2025 by Publication Printers, Denver: 240,000 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW) receives federal financial assistance from multiple bureaus within the U.S. Department of the Interior. Under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability or age. In addition, CPW adheres to all antidiscrimination laws of the state of Colorado. For more information on how to request an accommodation or to file a grievance, please visit dnr.colorado.gov/accessibility. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.state.co.us/rules-and-regulations CPW ADMINISTRATIVE, REGIONAL & AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-297-1192 (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) REGISTRATION OFFICE Boat, Snowmobile, Off-Highway Vehicle 13787 US Hwy. 85 N Littleton, 80125 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See CPW’s website for a complete list of our park locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept some licenses for refunds. BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 200 S. Spruce St. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Pueblo Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 415 Turner Dr. Durango, 81303 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-3333 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2025 ANNUAL LICENSES VALID MARCH 1–MARCH 31 THE NEXT YEAR (13 MONTHS) ▶ NEW FISHING WATERS ADDED: Boston Peak Creek, Cold Creek, Fish Creek, Jones Creek, Lost Lake, McKenney Creek, Rito Hondo Reservoir, Rito Hondo Creek, Sand Creek, Sand Creek Lakes (Upper, Lower and Little), Sand Creek (Little), Slater Lake, Smith Creek and Wolf Creek. See pages 11–39. ▶ NEW REGULATIONS FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES: ■ Boyd Lake: The minimum size for white bass is 10 inches long. See page 13. ■ Horsetooth Reservoir: Bag, possession and minimum size for walleye is 2, 21–24 inches long. See page 25. ■ Lake Granby: Modified the take regulations for lake trout and kokanee salmon. See page 26. ■ Los Pinos Creek: All trout must be returned to the water immediately. See page 26. ■ Union Reservoir (Calkins Lake): Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. See page 38. ■ Yampa River: From the confluence with Fish Creek upstream for 100 feet, and downstream 200 feet: Fishing is prohibited from Oct. 1–Nov. 15. See page 39. ▶ NEW RECORDS BY LENGTH: Look for the NEW tag on page 7 for the newest records by length, and go to cpw.state.co.us/fishing-records for how to properly weigh and measure your fish. LICENSE INFORMATION SEASON DATES: Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS: Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on the first full weekend of June, each year. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS & ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS LICENSES FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)..................................................$12.47 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp...........................................................................$374.47 AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP AMOUNT LICENSES FEE required for motorboats and sailboats ■ RESIDENTS: Annual...............................................................................$25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS: Annual.......................................................................$50.00 ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–63)...........................................................................$42.91 Senior annual ( NEW 64+)....................................................................$11.73 Youth ages 16–17 (second-rod stamp charge still applies; see below)..............$11.73 Small game & fishing combo.................................................................$61.62 Senior small game & fishing combo ( NEW 64+)..................................$36.22 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual (16+)........................................................................................$120.25 Five-day (16+)......................................................................................$39.17 ■ RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS Second-rod stamp.................................................................................$12.98 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and to any youth under 16. One-day fishing*: residents...................................................................$16.72 One-day fishing*: nonresidents (16+)..................................................$20.46 Additional-day fishing*.........................................................................$7.99 *Customers buying a one-day or one-additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1 PROPER IDENTIFICATION and PROOF of residency (for CO residents). 2 HABITAT STAMP: A 2025 or lifetime Habitat Stamp is required prior to buying a license for anyone ages 18–64. One will be automatically added to your purchase, if applicable. (See page 2.) NOTE: A Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification number is required for new customers age 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp), per federal law. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry a physical fish- ing license (or My CPW app accessible license) to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans on their person, except where prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $11.73. Nonresidents aged 16+ do not have a discounted youth fishing license option and can purchase a nonresident annual, five-day or one-day license. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents age NEW 64 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $11.73 or an annual senior combo small game/ fishing license for $36.22, both of which include the 25-cent search-andrescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents age 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. NOTE: Everyone age 16 years or older MUST have a valid hunting or fishing license to be on ANY PART of a state trust land, and a valid hunting or fishing license or the Colorado State Wildlife Area Pass to be on ANY PART of a state wildlife area, unless specifically noted. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, handline or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youth under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40. An annual license is required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians, or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Licensees must provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. For application, restrictions and annual reporting requirements, visit: cpw.state.co.us/purchase-special-license ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and federal law require a Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to ​ Child Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES 1 RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS ▶ The physical residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. Visit cpw.state.co.us/colorado-residency. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an address other than in Colorado. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: You must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months immediately prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have your primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last six months. b. Proof: Current and valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ID is not six months old, you must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in “Additional Residency Proofs” below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL TIME IN COLORADO 2 HABITAT STAMPS Habitat Stamps are $12.47 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid March 1–March 31 (13 months). ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is available for $374.47. ▶ Anyone who is approved in the Columbine, First Responder, Veteran and/or Big Game Mobility Impaired programs is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.state.co.us/park-specialty-passes. ▶ Learn more online: cpw.state.co.us/habitat-stamp ANGLERS WITH DISABILITIES CPW offers several programs for hunters and anglers with disabilities. Go to cpw.state.co.us/fishing-licenses for more on how to apply. These programs require advance legal paperwork submissions: Please apply AT LEAST 30 DAYS prior to when you wish to use the permit or license. Due to volume, applications cannot be expedited. RESIDENT COLUMBINE FISHING LIFETIME PROGRAM a. Requirements: You must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least six months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled can apply for a free lifetime fishing license. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. Colorado resident first responders who have proof of a permanent occupational disability can qualify for the First Responder program to obtain a free lifetime fishing or combo small game/fishing license. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: You must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado. Military member's spouse and/or dependents share the same residency status. Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and active orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as your home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident. Military member's spouse and/or dependents share the same residency status. b. Proof: Military ID and active orders. 6. YOUTH Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS If you otherwise meet residency requirements but your Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than six months ago, or you have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on your record, you must provide at least two additional proofs of residency showing six consecutive months of Colorado residency immediately prior to buying or applying for a license. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. 2 2025 COLORADO FISHING RESIDENT FIRST RESPONDER LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE RESIDENT DISABLED VETERAN LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE Purple Heart recipients or military veterans who have a service-connected disability (with an overall combined rating of NEW 50% or more by the Dept. of Veteran's Affairs) and are residents of Colorado can obtain a free lifetime fishing or combo small game/fishing license. HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY. ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger-sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to catch and keep these fish. SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Kenney Reservoir: northern pike ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass; walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the West Slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. See pages 11–39 of this brochure. �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-sized (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Waters must be a minimum of two miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water. G WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries, as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems, and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations, the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. AQUATIC RESEARCH: cpw.state.co.us/aquatic-research The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing! GOLD MEDAL STREAMS ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: ▶ From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the U.S. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ■ BLUE RIVER: ▶ From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge. ▶ From Green Mountain Reservoir dam to the Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: ▶ From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek. ▶ From Canyon Creek (Grand Co.) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: ▶ From Almont to the U.S. 50 bridge. ▶ From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From the south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From the Colo. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to the Rio Grande Canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the Middle and South Forks to the Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From the Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to the Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of the Wigwam Club property to the Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle Fork, from the Colo. 9 bridge to the South Fork confluence. ■ TAYLOR RIVER: From Taylor Park Reservoir dam to Almont. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson Co. ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park Co. ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt Co. © CPW photo by Jerry Neal STREAM SURVEYS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically moni© CPW photo by Josh Nehring tor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.state.co.us/fishery-data 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Learn more about aquatic nuisance species at cpw.state.co.us/aquatic-nuisance-species. ANS STAMP: Required for motorboats and sailboats To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us/buy-apply, or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us/buy-apply, or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these © CPW invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic from entering our state by following the nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud, and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check cpw.state.co.us/boat-inspections for more than 70 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/invasive-wildlife MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.state.co.us/register-boat 4 2025 COLORADO FISHING ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are more than 70 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/boat-inspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of six ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak waders and gear with water 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that the tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla Co. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.state.co.us/species/rusty-crayfish �GENERAL FISHING TERMS GLOSSARY ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented materials (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward) and scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trot-line, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish (except unregulated species and prohibited non- game, endangered and threatened species), which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to, brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids); splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS are floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which includes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9, and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, handline or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROT-LINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. PRESERVE. CONSERVE. ENJOY. LEAVE NO TRACE! The LEAVE NO TRACE PRINCIPLES are the best way to minimize your impact while fishing: ▶ PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE: Know the local regulations where you'll fish, obey size and quantity limits, prepare for weather and emergencies. ▶ TRAVEL AND CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES: Good campsites are found, not made. Use existing sites whenever possible. ▶ DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY: Pack out all trash including food scraps and toilet paper. Check with local land managers for regulations on disposal of fish entrails. Avoid using lead sinkers and jigs. ▶ LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND: When practicing catch and release, use barbless hooks. Do not fight a fish to exhaustion, use a rod and line of sufficient strength and avoid suspending fish out of water by the fishing line. Take care not to introduce nonnative species to water sources and surrounding areas. ▶ MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS: Use an established fire ring or fire pan, and don’t put trash or food in the fire pit. ▶ RESPECT WILDLIFE: Humanely dispatch catches you are keeping with a quick blow to the back of the head with a rock or other solid object. Refrigerate or eat fish quickly to avoid wasting them. Never feed wild animals; store your camp food and trash securely. ▶ BE CONSIDERATE TO OTHER VISITORS: Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience. Let nature’s sounds prevail. Leave No Trace respects the tradition of fishing on public lands, expects fishers to abide by state fishing laws, and encourages all fishers to put these skills and ethics into action on every fish. This copyrighted information was reprinted under partnership with the Leave No Trace Organization. For more information, visit: LNT.org ONLINE RESOURCES ▶ BODIES OF WATER: cpw.state.co.us/bodies-water-finder ▶ 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/fishing-report-sign-up ■ cpw.state.co.us/fish-stocking-report ▶ BOAT REGISTRATION: cpw.state.co.us/register-boat ▶ 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/fishing 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT STATE RECORDS PROGRAMS WEIGHT LENGTH SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. Arctic char 2023 Dillon Res., Summit 7-7.68 26.8 bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white eel, American freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) salmon, kokanee (snagging) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sunfish, bluegill 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 2017 Arkansas River, Bent 1963 Blue Lake, Bent & Kiowa 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 1993 Farm Pond, Delta 2023 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2023 John Martin Res., Bent 2017 Frank State Wildlife Area 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 1976 Island Lake, Delta 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2019 Totten Res., Montezuma 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 2022 Stalker Lake, Yuma 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 2022 Waterdog Lake, Hinsdale 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 2007 Antero Res., Park 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 2005 Blue River, Summit 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 26-15.0 11-6.0 1-1.3 6-11.0 4-7.9 29-5.0 4-7.0 35-5.0 57-13.0 5-1.0 33-8.48 43-10.1 33-13.6 3-7.8 4-3.8 3-1.0 17-3.0 1-10.0 5-2.0 30-11.0 1-14.0 2-9.6 11-0.0 6-13.0 7-5.0 3-6.7 10-14.0 18-15.0 5-6.7 2-9.5 1-5.0 1-5.0 1-8.5 1-7.0 5-6.9 40-2.0 8-8.9 30-8.0 18-8.0 3-12.0 50-5.6 16-0.0 19-9.6 17-2.6 8-3.7 18-12.6 37.5 22.5 10.5 21.5 17.75 39 18 38.75 47 23 38.5 40.5 39 17.5 17 35.25 31 17.25 18.75 46.5 13.25 13.75 28.5 27.5 27 21.5 28.5 32 23.5 12.75 11.5 11.25 10.75 12.75 20 53 26.25 36 28.5 22.5 44.25 n/a 34 33 27.5 34 sunfish, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger walleye 6 2025 COLORADO FISHING (lbs.-ozs.) (inches) ANGLER Pete McDonnell Kevin Treanor Jarrett Edwards Timothy Fisk Raymond Ong Michael Hardin Harvey Shade Pedro Martinez Adam Wickam Brian Husmann Uldene Kuretich Coy Bowyer Jessica Walton David Medina Fesstus Stalder Daryel Thompson Juergen Kernal Faye Lancamp Derik Drinnen Richard Sals Tim Bone Dana Wilfong Justin Allbrandt Helen Eaton Will Arduino Lee Cox Jeff Riddle Rocklyn Beise Robin Perkins Jay Grupp Gregory Wallace Joshua Robinson Justin Evans Jeff Robinson Parker Erker Craig Curtis Jason Potter Matt Smiley Alan Schneider Frank Stack Donald O’Leary Donald Walker George Hranchak Lee Cox Rob Peckham Anthony Janssen Scott Regan CPW recognizes licensed anglers who catch exceptionally large fish through three separate programs: Records by Weight, Records by Length (release only) and Master Angler. Learn more at: cpw.state.co.us/fishing-records STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT State Records by Weight is Colorado’s original and oldest fishing recognition program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories (see table at left). If an angler catches a large fish that they believe may have broken the weight record in its species, there are a series of steps that must be taken to have the fish certified as a new state record: ■ Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 16. ■ The catch must be made in Colorado in compliance with all state fishing rules and regulations. ■ The fish in question must be weighed on a statecertified scale (pounds and ounces). State-certified scales are available at the four CPW regional offices: NE, NW, SE, SW. ■ The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined, identified and the application signed by a CPW employee before an application is submitted. The employee will fill out and return the application form, picture of fish on scale showing weight, weight receipt of fish when possible and picture of fish on a lengthmeasuring device to the Assistant Chief of Hatcheries in Denver. ■ Verified state record applicants will receive a lapel pin. ■ Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. ■ See records and more information on qualifying: cpw.state.co.us/fish-weight-records MEASURE YOUR CATCH Fish must be hooked, played and landed on sport tackle by the entrant. (Snagged fish are not eligible.) Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible for entry and must be submitted within 60 days of catch, and all state fishing regulations must be followed. See the State Records by Length table and more information on the program on the next page. ▶ To accurately measure a fish for a length record: ■ You MUST place the fish directly on the measuring device (ruler, tape measure, etc.). As pictured below, the measuring device shall be behind or under the fish and not following the curvature of the fish. ■ You MUST align the fish at a clearly-marked area of the measuring device. In the image below, the 1-inch mark is used to clearly and accurately indicate the starting point for measurement. ■ You MUST place fish on its side with the jaw closed. ■ You MUST squeeze the tail fin together to obtain the maximum overall length. ■ You MUST measure a straight line from the tip of the snout to the extreme tip of the tail fin. �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH QUALI- RECORD FYING LENGTH LENGTH (inches) ANGLER (inches) Arctic char NEW 2024 Lake Dillon, Summit bass, hybrid striped (wiper) 2023 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo bass, largemouth 2023 Longview Pond (private), Weld bass, rock no verified record bass, smallmouth NEW 2024 Valco Ponds, Pueblo bass, spotted no verified record bass, striped no verified record bass, white no verified record Chatfield Res., carp, common NEW 2024 Douglas & Jefferson carp, grass NEW 2024 Allen Park Lake, Weld James M. Robb Colo. River State Park catfish, black bullhead 2022 (Colo. River Section), Mesa catfish, brown bullhead no verified record catfish, blue no verified record catfish, channel 2021 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo catfish, flathead NEW 2024 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo crappie, black 2023 McKay Lake, Adams crappie, white 2023 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo freshwater drum no verified record grayling NEW 2024 Pomeroy Lake, Chaffee mountain whitefish 2023 Roaring Fork River, Garfield northern pike NEW 2024 Elder Reservoir, Larimer perch, Sacramento no verified record perch, yellow NEW 2024 Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield salmon, chinook no verified record salmon, kokanee (angling) 2023 South Platte River, Park sauger no verified record saugeye no verified record splake NEW 2024 Carter Reservoir, Larimer sucker, white NEW 2024 South Platte River, Jefferson sucker, longnose no verified record Big Thompson Outfitter Lake, sunfish, bluegill NEW 2024 Weld sunfish, green 2022 Private farm pond, Mesa sunfish, hybrid 2021 Juniata Reservoir, Mesa sunfish, pumpkinseed no verified record sunfish, redear no verified record tench no verified record tiger muskie 2023 Clear Creek Reservoir, Chaffee trout, brook 2021 Antero Reservoir, Park trout, brown NEW 2024 Lake Dillon, Summit trout, cutbow NEW 2024 Spinney Mountain Res., Park trout, golden no verified record trout, lake Lake Granby, Grand 2024 NEW trout, native cutthroat no verified record trout, rainbow 2022 Blue River, Grand trout, Snake River cutthroat no verified record trout, tiger NEW 2024 Deep Slough Lake, Delta walleye 2023 Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield 18 25 18 10 17 18 28 17 25.37 Travis Divis 28.5 Gary Nussbaum II 22.5 Timothy Holt 30 35.50 Gunnar Nitzkorski 30 37 Daniel Geiger 14 14.19 Marc Melnick 39.5 36.5 18.25 15.75 Colten Smith Manuel Losoya Eric Allee Pam Mitzner 14 30 30 30 14 14 20 15 15 36 12 12 28 20 16 26 20 22 18 22 Corey Ricker 17 Kaylee Pacheco 20 John Whiteley 47.25 Owen Hunsinger 14.75 Kyle Gonyea 20.75 Cody Hails 20.5 Leslie Allee 22.38 Samantha Voncannon 10 11 Joseph Yang 10 10 8 12 18 40 16 22 22 16 32 20 24 20 18 26 10.25 10.88 Andrew Potter Tristan Francis 41.5 17 25.75 27 Kevin Snell Kyle Schelhaas Travis Divis James T. Nicols II 38.75 Zachary Harty 29.75 Zach Langer 24 31 Jason Boothe Steven Stanton State Records by Length recognizes the longest fish of a particular species that is caught and released by an angler, anywhere throughout Colorado. Records are by length (inches) for this program, and the angler will fill out and return an application form. Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program (see below). The Master Angler program did not have enough length verification requirements to verify the size of the fish before it was released. Because of this, the validity of some catches was brought into question. Since Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program has been a stand-alone program where specific steps must be followed for record submission and acceptance. Unlike the Records by Weight program, these fish MUST BE RELEASED in order to qualify. Only submissions showing properly measured fish will be accepted. See “Measure Your Catch” on the previous page of this brochure. Find more information on qualifying lengths and the submission process online: cpw.state.co.us/fish-length-records MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Master Angler Program was designed to recognize anglers for success in their sport, as well as to promote the conservation of fishery resources and quality fishing by encouraging the careful release of trophy-sized popular sport species. Master Angler awards are based on fish length rather than weight; this allows anglers to measure fish and return them to the water alive if they choose to do so. There are 46 categories of species recognized in this program, and there can be more than one Master Angler award given in each category every year. See award lengths table below. Anglers who catch a qualifying-length fish will get a Master Angler certificate and patch; only one patch per angler, per year. For more information on the program, including application rules, and to see the Heritage Master Angler Lengths table online, go to: cpw.state.co.us/master-angler AWARD LENGTHS FOR MASTER ANGLER: SPECIES LENGTH (inches) Arctic char...............................18 bass, hybrid striped (wiper)....25 bass, largemouth....................18 bass, rock................................10 bass, smallmouth...................17 bass, spotted...........................18 bass, striped............................28 bass, white..............................17 carp, common.........................30 carp, grass...............................30 catfish, black bullhead............14 catfish, brown bullhead..........14 catfish, blue............................30 catfish, channel......................30 catfish, flathead......................30 crappie, black..........................14 crappie, white.........................14 freshwater drum.....................20 grayling..................................15 mountain whitefish................15 northern pike..........................36 perch, Sacramento..................12 perch, yellow..........................12 SPECIES LENGTH (inches) salmon, Chinook.....................28 salmon, kokanee (angling).....20 sauger.....................................16 saugeye..................................26 splake.....................................20 sucker, white...........................22 sucker, longnose.....................18 sunfish, bluegill......................10 sunfish, green.........................10 sunfish, hybrid........................10 sunfish, redear........................12 tench.......................................18 tiger muskie............................40 trout, brook.............................16 trout, brown...........................22 trout, cutbow..........................22 trout, golden...........................16 trout, lake...............................32 trout, native cutthroat............20 trout, rainbow.........................24 trout, Snake River cutthroat....20 trout, tiger..............................18 walleye...................................26 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to go onto private land to fish without permission, including touching any part of private land by person or watercraft. Private land is not required to be posted or fenced. Trespassers may be suspended for up to 5 years. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROT-LINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Henry, Horse Creek, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trot-line. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set, or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trot-lines shall be personally checked at least once in every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Henry, Horse Creek, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations: Fishing Waters,” pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have an arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NET See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” below and next page. a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or, if authorized, for emergency salvage. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” below and next page. a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” below and next page. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing, explosives. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw.state.co.us/rules-and-regulations 8 2025 COLORADO FISHING b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. The following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. See “h. Crustaceans” on next page. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made �FISHING LAWS ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer Co. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or nonnative aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen [bony spike between the eye] to the telson [last bony plate in the tail]); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. Only the following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting-color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. TAGGING FISH AND RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING AND EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines or trot-lines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily maximum water temperature exceeds 71 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 50 percent or less of the daily average flow. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration and/or stress may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below 6 parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly-acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given, and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. Are you catching our emails? Would you like ​to be notified about the latest fishing news from CPW? Join our email newsletter and be the first to know about the hottest fishing spots, events and more. Sign up at: cpw.state.co.us/fishing-report-sign-up © CPW photo by Dustin Doskocil 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations: Fishing Waters,” pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS & NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state.co.us/maps National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/fishing.htm Fishing is available at more than 270 national wildlife refuges, 29 national fish hatcheries and many other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service lands and waters. Certain refuges may have individual restrictions. Plan your trip by researching specific refuges online: fws.gov/fishing DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately, do count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS & WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH (except kokanee) in aggregate* 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 on Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* west of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 on Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH west of Continental Divide east of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, BULLHEAD west of Continental Divide in aggregate* unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited 20 20 east of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long 2025 COLORADO FISHING unlimited unlimited 10 statewide, in aggregate* SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN 10 DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON, MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH SEE "SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS" SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. 50 50 * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS G GOLD MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 3 for details. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.state.co.us/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, MANNER OF TAKE, FISH­ING HOURS, ETC. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS CO. FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS & MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA NOTE: Access to the frozen surface of the lake is prohibited. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER & LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW & MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ ANTHRACITE CREEK, NORTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HELL CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT & SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS NEAR LEAD VILLE DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER, AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BASIN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Ten C r. ¬ « 91 st ne ssee Ea £ ¤ A 24 C an s rk as R i ve r Fo rk rk Turquoise Res. st ee k Ea sk Bu Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake d Three Lakes Middle Lowest C r. Ten Fo A confluence Windsor Lake ssee ne ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek Halfmo on Creek Kobe it Cr. Two B Mount Elbert Forebay Riv er ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. To Minturn Arkans as ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. ke Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. ▶ BEAVER DAMS CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS AND UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAM DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BERTHOUD RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession limit for crappie and redear sunfish is 10 fish in aggregate, min. of 10 inches long. 2. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. B - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - Arkansas River from confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Timberline Lake La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations Cr ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit d ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles r. ar C Cle Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. B To Salida ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 12 2025 COLORADO FISHING �WATERS Green Mountain Reservoir d e tar ac t Green Mtn. Res. inlet E D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA Creek ate e k Sl A Blue Ca ek d Cr Cr e North city limits of Silverthorne D v er Ri To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d u lc h F rey G d Swan Ri D ver French Gu A rk Fo N. A D lch d Breckenridge Confluence of Tenmile and W. Tenmile Creeks d d le C Tenm i B d d Copper Mtn. Dillon Keystone Reservoir ver Ri le Cr. 6 Snak e d mi £ ¤ A dd 24 A d Te n £ ¤ Coyne Valley Rd. bridge d d C orral Cr. Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. F d d River ¬ « dSpr uce Cr. Blue Clinton A Reservoir ¬ « d 91 ¹ 0 d C Vail 70 A d To Glenwood Springs d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map . W ▶ NEW BOSTON PEAK CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 9 d ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « d ▶ BOEDECKER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; Brown trout over 14 inches must be released; Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Dec 1. C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches E - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 F - Brown trout over 14 inches must be released; Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Dec 1. Gold Medal Water - Blue River from Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River d C d r. d eC er u ld Bo FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations River ru c Sp A FROM SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Brown trout over 14 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Dec. 1. G For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map C G FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 40 To Granby ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches; Brown trout over 14 inches must be returned immediately Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling d ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 9 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville To Fairplay ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. NEW Min. size for white bass is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. 13 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 & CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH & SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. All walleye exceeding 21 inches must be returned to water immediately. 2. Daily bag limit for walleye is 3 fish less than 21 inches long. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 14 2025 COLORADO FISHING ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from Dec. 1–Feb. 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–Aug. 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHAIR CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR & CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. Fishing at St. Vrain State Park © CPW photo by Michael DelliVeneri TAKE KIDS FISHING! ■ Barr Lake State Park, Adams Co. ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Lake Mary, Adams Co. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Weld Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youth in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Lake Regulations d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C Co do er Riv a lor C State Bridge Gold Medal Water - Gore Creek from confluence with Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River d Pi ¬ « ne yR i ve r d ea d A d 70 Ab Gypsum ms ra Cr. Red Sands tone d B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Edwards Cr. C d d d C Eagle B Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d § ¦ ¨ o rad C dd Brus h C r. To Grand Junction lo Co River Wolcott B C E. Meadow Cr. A d Eagle Dotsero M I-70 Exit 147 Bridge d Gypsum Ponds SWA A d C d ow Cr. Riv er 131 Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 d ▶ CLEAR CREEK, WEST FORK — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE OF BUTLER GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLIFF CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PRONG CLIFF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW COLD CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 15, 16, 22, 28 FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK AND FROM CANYON CREEK (GRAND CO.) TO ROCK CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF THE HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 r. ss C B . W A To Leadville d Miles Cr o d 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet 20 d d 15 £ ¤ 24 To Dillon r 10 Cr d 5 B e Riv gle Sylvan E. A B Lake A Hat C ru sh W r. Cr . E Br us h Cr . . To Carbondale/Aspen Cr os s d Nola n Ea C r. d m . 82 d G ¹ 0 ¬ « yp su For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs Confluence of East and South Forks YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 15 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released - 2 trout limit - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 12 lake trout limit, only 1 longer than 24 inches; Limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Meadow Creek Reservoir - Bag, possession and min. size limit for tiger trout is 1, 18 inches long. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. A B C D E F G ¬ « le C r. o d Tenm i d Va squ ez S . Fo d d ma n 10 Miles 16 2025 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 Denver Water Board diversions To Silverthorne To Silverthorne 40 d Steel d 5 r. £ ¤ d d 4 k. C B d rk A A r. 3 gF Denver Water Board diversion btail C Bo Cr . B d R 30 Cre Lit. Vas quez C r. ek re is C ou tL S ain 2 d d ek Fork N. A Cr e ek d ver 2 USFS 125 bridge d r ve i rk R Fo d d Co rr d Ri nch Ra ee Cr ms d dy 1 A rin Ro a rd Cr. Cr. Hu m i l t o n Ha A C Fraser d d Co lo r 40 A d A Cr. r £ ¤ a ll i Wi d Big Hole Creek r. o ah ap Ar e k 3R For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map C s A d Granby ud eM G in C r. Lake E Granby Monarch Lake Meadow Cr. Res. . w Cr do C Fra US 40 bridge Li ttl eC dd 22 Rd ek D er Tw d d re ey C D D 3 Rd er iv 0 A d ¹ To Silverthorne k A C d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge Bl u e R ree nC h or Three Licks Creek She ep For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin F Willow Creek Res. nn Rd ol d H 33 d d I ¬ « d D d A Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 r ee k Ki 1R Williams Fork Reservoir Rd Radium k 2 Rd I I Shadow Mtn. Res. C k o ad 1 r ee Grand Lake d w llo r ee 134 Kremmling 34 Wi Trou bles om e C d ¬ « C al d d d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d dy A Me a Carter Cree k 125 d u d d d M d £ ¤ d Lit. ree n G C r. A To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Colorado River Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie § ¦ ¨ 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of nonnative trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. CPW recommends anglers disinfect waders and other fishing gear between uses (see page 4) to limit the spread of aquatic nuisance species and their potential to negatively impact cutthroat trout. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH & EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18– 22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DEEP CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO PAONIA RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. 3. Brown trout over 14 inches long must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK — DOLORES FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht d Jasper FR 2 lc h Gu or n l if Gu l Ca R ho d es d k ree Tra i lC r Ja V o nd id on E s co yon Can Ca n d Fo x k 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake d N E W Di xie Cr ee k ree k A M E X I C O A k r ee eC yon an d D ¬ « D B 17 Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d ¬ « C ng e ek Cumbres B er Cr ree k 17 A ek B si lf C A de C Ca s ca W O Cr e Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s Lo D d Pi no p hee A Osier d os S Creek Gr ouse 18 Na t Menkhaven Resort d eL 1 FR iv C iver oD eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake La Manga Creek Ri re ek C R i to Colorado ree d r g Spectacle Lake d d jos R ive Bea v d ne d Co Cr. d Cr. sR ejo on Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary o 2025 COLORADO FISHING k h re e k C ham a a 18 5 La Jar a C d am Rio Ch Miles 3 k Ruybalid Lake Red Lake A ee k 2 5 FR 2 0 k. Rio A 1 re e g h Cr. Victoria Lake Cr 0 aC ou Alverjones Lake l ¹ os To La Jara 40 No Name Lake El k C chu ek re 25 River Hot C ree Laguna Venado Trail Lake Ar FR 2 FR South Fork confluence Ro u Wes tF A Lost Lake .R N. F k e Cr. erd nejo s er To La Jara aC k ree Co Pi ed ek FR 259 Empedrado Lake C os a Riv La Jara Res. oC Green Lake k n it Fk t C re A C i Ho e Cre Bo Timber Lake So u th u t h Fk. lch Gu ng Can on ek con Blue Lake re on C ns in Cano n R Glacier Lake So am Cr . ros C T A A Bear Lake R oa r 50 aJ Cr. ake ek lo Ha Twin Lakes L er Jim dl e Cr 2 FR Terrace Res. e i ab S ad To Alamosa er r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake Ri v oC A er Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR osa Al A A la m si d or Big Lake R iv Ca t C r e ek a ar k. jo ne Platoro Res. ejo s A d eek A L C Lake Fk. Co m sF Co n A ch Cat C r k d Rito G l Cr. Co a Ad a r. ld C o at Go Mix Lake d d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 r. eC Gulch Fisher asure C r. Tre A S. F k . t Cree A n. Ro ugh Cy ia Kerr Lake 50 d d d Ca N. Fk. Ca r. Frenc h ulch Be ave rC nG stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches A d 0 30 d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; 31 Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-5-Oct. Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 H - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released I - 2 trout limit Crested Butte dd ve d r B C 5 76 Gold Medal Water - Taylor River from Taylor Park Reservoir dam downstream to Almont and Gunnison River from Almont to US-50 bridge R 209 d i tR J - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 E as 135 To Buena Vista ! ¬ « Taylor Park Reservoir Rd Top of Taylor dam 81 3 k d Cree k 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 114 149 Cr ee £ ¤ 50 Co c het opa Creek ¬ « ich i k Be k Cree er av J d Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 25 R d 225 yards downstream of dam To m ¬ « To Salida ! Sou th Blue Mesa dam d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir US50 bridge d Tom ich i R 763 ek C Pitkin Gunnison G d J n 76 Rd F Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd e ek ee d v er Ri k iso nn u G d Cr Almont ree d Cr d West Elk eek So a Cr A ek eek Steube n r ver C C B ea re D F eC l op A A nt e A East A k o pe nt e l West A r ee t st 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA 74 74 2 o k We v er C E as E Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU re e West Bea p Rd i v er or R 2 Rd D Hatchery outlet A Be aver C l Tay d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d d Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B B d 4R B B d 1 KK h eek 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e op a Cr Cr C oc het k 27 Rd lla Cree sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River d ison Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks dd Cr. d aver rk G un n Be A Cebo L ak e Fo Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary av A C r. Rd d dd Confluence with Cherry Creek H d To Lake City I 27 er 149 e ¬ « rB Dee H Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Morrow Point Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 Miles 15 20 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ZA R D DIV IDE North Fork Gunnison Basin - Hotchkiss to McClure Pass d dy Cr. A 26 Stevens Gulch Rd. yC d d A d d A d d eek 92 To Crawford ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK, SOUTH FORK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM McPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF McPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM McPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 20 2025 COLORADO FISHING ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Co A Cliff Creek d A Cliff Creek, South Prong Robinson Creek d Miles ¬ « Schaefer Creek d A Cr 20 To Crested Butte Gunnison CR 12C d al 15 ! 10 12 Rd. d d h Minnesota Creek, South Fork Anthracite Cr., Middle Anthracite Creek A d 92 For North Fork Gunnison River below Hotchkiss and Lower Gunnison basin regulations see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 5 rt A d 0 No d Snowshoe Creek Minnesota Creek Minnesota Creek, East Fork Hotchkiss ¬ « ! C d ¹ To Delta Paonia Res. dam d ¬ « B A r ee k pC A Hell Cr. Coal C r ee k Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin 133 Paonia Reservoir Boundary fence below stilling basin rk Fo Paonia Terror Creek Anthracite Creek, North Fork d B Rive r Gunn is o n Anthracite Cr. confluence Stevens Gulch Rd. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Unnamed tributary A West Fork Terror Creek t De e A Muddy Creek, East d d d A A Chair Creek , Wes d d Cunningham Creek A Terror Creek, East Fork Terror Cr. Res. d Overland Ditch . d Hubbard Creek, Middle Fork re e k Rd 133 d Overland Ditch 5 Mu dd Hubbard Creek, Main ¬ « eek Le eC 265 Rd. r d Cr . To Carbondale ! Buzzard Divide FS 265 A A d ! *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Li ttl eM ud dy d To Mesa County and Lower Colorado River basin C - Fishing prohibited as posted Second Creek Twin Creek, North Twin Creek, South Rock Creek A ! B - *Non-native fish regulation Clear Fk. A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Basin Creek A o f Mu River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d BU Z Kaufman Creek ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUCK CREEK — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO DUCK LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ¬ « ¬ « Fruit Growers Reservoir ¬ « North Fork Gunnison River Hotchkiss Smith Fork Gunnison River ¬ « H dd ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. d d Blue Mesa dam D C Morrow Point Res. Cimarron River Cimmaron Rd. For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map G I C I Nate Creek 858 Rd. 8 Rd. 10 Rd. Ridgway A Silverjack Reservoir 860 Rd. 8 Rd. D Cow Creek To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton ▶ ELK CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM TO THE U.S. 6 BRIDGE IN NEW CASTLE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and from Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG & LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ! d Ouray CR 23 bridge ! To Placerville dd Crystal Reservoir 550 Ridgway dam 62 Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam C Cerro Summit Reservoir £ ¤ Ridgway Reservoir ¬ « dd d Beaver Dams Creek C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam Morrow Point dam 50 d dd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Muddy Creek ¬ « £ ¤ USFS boundary Pryor Creek d 92 d FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY STATE FISHING UNIT BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited NEW Aug. 15–Oct. 31. er WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. H d Gould Reservoir iv e r Montrose Dry Creek, East Fork 20 Miles nR Doug Creek A d ek Dr y Cre I Riv 15 Crawford Res. 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam Colo 90 bridge A Second Creek d e 10 B 50 dd d 5 Olathe Lasalle Rd. bridge A F Top of Crawford dam Gu nn iso £ ¤ Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: 0 North boundary fence H Gold Medal Water - Gunnison River from 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie A Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) d Sweitzer Lake Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam E d R iv e r Delta d 50 d £ ¤ ison d Gun n 92 d H - *Non-native fish regulation I - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation ! pahgr co m Un D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 133 To Grand Junction d H d C - Fishing prohibited as posted For North Fork Gunnison River basin Paonia regulations 187 above Hotchkiss see North Fork Gunnison Basin Map 65 d A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Cedaredge ¹ ▶ ESCALANTE CREEK, NORTH FORK — MESA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 We st Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 To Gateway B Gu nn Grand Junction ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso 15 Connected and Duke Lakes § ¦ ¨ 70 Riv Miles 10 R i ve r To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 ¬ « C B A ¬ « Mesa k Griffith Res. on C k ut e B ach ar 65 ¬ « Island Lake Vega Res. To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 d A C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge . Cr 325 ¬ « Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran A E. F k. P A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A a r T rado Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 70 § ¦ ¨ ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ve r Ri hu te Parachute Co 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ De Beque k Mack Highline Res. C r ee H Mack Mesa Res. h R oan A 139 ¬ « To Rangely East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie ac T d U lt C r eek River Regulations P ar Ea s t Sa Cr. kW as d d ek re M ac d o Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 3 walleye limit, minimum 15 inches; Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches per day; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2025 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC l u B e re er �WATERS ▶ NEW FISH CREEK — ROUTT FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE YAMPA RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.4 MILES TO THE ROLLINGSTONE DRIVE BRIDGE: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Nov. 15. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH & SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 & NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 MILES: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE FROM ALMONT TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE. MAP: PAGE 19. G G FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM TO THE NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. continued on page 24 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 24 2025 COLORADO FISHING ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 20, 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW photo by Jason Duetsch CATCH CRAPPIE! ■ Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent & Kiowa Cos. ■ Turk's Pond, Baca Co. ■ North Sterling Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Prewitt Reservoir, Logan & Washington Cos. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan & Sedgwick Cos. ■ Crawford State Park, Delta Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/bodies-water-finder ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK (EXCEPT 100 FEET UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE ARTIFICIAL WATERFALL [FISH BARRIER] LOCATED 0.1 MILES BELOW THE EAST FORK OF HERMOSA CREEK CONFLUENCE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 100 FEET UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE ARTIFICIAL WATERFALL (FISH BARRIER) LOCATED 0.1 MILES BELOW THE EAST FORK OF HERMOSA CREEK CONFLUENCE: 1. Fishing is prohibited. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Upper Poudre River Drainage Lake Regulations Eaton Reservoir Sh eep Divide Creek confluence . orge C r A Ge Cornelius Cr. A d B d ive r N. F k. Pou dre R C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 80C R Halligan Reservoir d d Rd d 180 Rd Rd er Red Feather Lakes ne llow ck H o . Cr West boundary of Hombre Ranch la A E. B Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd Fort Collins Laporte . S.Fk . Cr. rig ht Watson Lake d d Jo eW d P ou Riv er 44H R d Milton Seaman Reservoir S. F k. dre C r. Cr . Long Draw Reservoir Upper boundary of Gateway Park B ck no n Pe Dr L Ted's Place To 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. 0 1 2 3 6 Miles ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. 3. NEW Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 2, 21–24 inches long. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MAIN — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 9 ¹ u Po eR dr iv. d B d g Rd d d aw on Poudre Park d d Rocky Mountain NP boundary Zimmerman Lake 14 re River 14 re ud Po r. d Cr . pC y Cr. B E 63 d he ep A hee A Ma Pingree Park Rd./bridge P o ud ¬ « River d Fk .S W. Fk .S B N. Fk d ve r d d d Ri d r. Rustic Rd irie Pra ve Sto Rd 27 A Big Bend campground upper boundary dr eR ive r C ¬ « £ ¤ Milton Seaman Reservoir d B pC Shee re Po u dre River u d ther Lak 74E Rd es R d R 69 Kinikinik Po E Livermore r. eC Red Fe a Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) d ul c h Cre ek d Colo 14 bridge e Pin 287 d B C Joe Wright Reservoir n Lo See inset map sG to n P e ak Po u d Chambers Lake Parvin Lake m lia B r. d Rd Bo s D eC A d 103 A Wil Dowdy Lake r. 162 R Lo 80C Rd P in d A Roaring Creek and all tributaries eC P in 5 23 N. L o ne 37 Rd Lost Lake d re Ri v oud d N. Fk 67J N. F k. Po ud re Ri 80C ve r Rd .P Deadm an R d 162 R d To Walden Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Bull Creek confluence Cr . 80C Rd To Wyoming River Regulations To Laramie d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Lost Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 B ¬ « 14 12 0 0.5 1 Masonville Miles ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MIDDLE — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 25 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 & 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KAUFMAN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEW JONES CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JUMBO (JULESBURG) RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. 26 2025 COLORADO FISHING ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is NEW 12, only one of which may be greater than 24 inches. 4. Bag and possession limit for other trout species and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ LAKE LOVELAND — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. NEW All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. �WATERS Rd d ero rn N. Fk. Ca d Sa ch g Rd G Rd 38 A ek os A Poage Lake US Forest Service boundary a k Alberta A Park Res. W. San Francisco Lk. ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ NEW McKENNEY CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d n Fr C d 112 £ ¤ 285 Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C West Fk. San Francisco Cr. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Sa ¬ « d Be 33.0 R an cisc o Cre ek ve r a Gr n Pi r ee d Cre Goose C reek FR 52 3 d T La Garita d £ ¤ k To Saguache o ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. To Pagosa Springs 160 F S. Beaver Creek Res. k ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Big Meadows Res. Gra n d e South Fork e ver Cr e ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Ri E E Ri o d ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. nde io .R C ▶ NEW LOST LAKE (REDFEATHER LAKES) — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 (NORTH OF DOWDY LAKE) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. d Roaring Fork and unnamed tributaries Rio Grande Canal diversion structure Colo 149 bridge Pa s s FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. eek arg D d Miles Carner o C r eek Cr eek d 16 A Emb A e ek r. 12 La Gari ta Cr d k ree sC rC 8 eC r. ac h Sa d er a Cle 4 A Prong Cr. B Rive r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released Gold Medal Water - Rio Grande River from Colo 149 bridge to Rio Grande canal diversion structure A . D Cr ut ro 2 Miners Cr. Creede River Regulations 0 . d in . Lower boundary of River Hill Campground d . Carner Fk A re ek A d M Fk d d N. 18 R D Rio ua S. d S. F k Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de B . Cr d 149 Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Continental Res. r. d To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ach gu B 41 G Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek ¹ ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for tiger trout is 1 fish, 18 inches long. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Bag, possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �I C d A C o lo ra d o US 6 bridge in New Castle 2 Rive Roaring Fork River C 6 e ll C Cr k ree eC E d F A d A r. E F Glenwood Springs H A 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence B d Miles H M itch am e d d H A C E 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C To Delta E ¬ « Fo 133 Glenwood Springs rk Lost E Rive Trail Cr. B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C r v er B E 0 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir G 3 82 River E D 5 Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d R oc ky D Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan F Ruedi Reservoir r 15 20 ¹ To Independence Pass Fry ing pan Gold Medal Water - Roaring Fork River from the confluence with the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 G - Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released H - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation I - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation Snowmass To Vail Dotsero mass Cree k 4 A North side of I-70 bridge Upper boundary of Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery oN § ¦ ¨ 70 ile Creek 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence H d C River Inset Map Silt r C Elk d C I-70 Exit 90 bridge Col o orad Harvey Gap Reservoir For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr. 0 B Rifle For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction 13 ¬ « 325 ¬ « Canyon Cr eek To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir d (Please see inset map) Gri zz ly d d r ee k Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers R iver Ri Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Rifle Gap Reservoir - 3 walleye limit, minimum 15 inches; Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches per day; 20 yellow perch limit d d d r. so n C Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: S no w T hre emil rk d k or Fou r m ile C d d k r ee d dd ee k Cry s t al d Nic k el ol C p it Cr ee k d N Ca rm Fou d g ri n d d d 2025 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek ari n Ro d d 28 d a Ro Fo d r WATERS e Riv ve Ri d d d �WATERS FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER & JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINNESOTA CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trot-lines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS South Platte River in South Park Lake Regulations e dl £ ¤ 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir ¬ « 9 a Ch E 24 e nn ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ To Buena Vista 2 4 8 Miles ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 30 2025 COLORADO FISHING e st d 0 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South l C d d d Pl a ve r Ri 24 d C A d ut h F o rk So 12 To Canon City ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d Mid River B d 9 A d d ¬ « Garo River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. shelters only B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. ice fishing shelters only D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31 Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset Conveyance Channel) to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water - Middle Fork from Colo 9 downstream Gold Medal Water to confluence, South Platte from South and Middle Forks to Spinney Mountain Res. inlet and South Platte from Spinney Mountain Res. outlet to Eleven Mile Res. inlet To Fairplay Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in Webster Pond. ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA RD.) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed; Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately 124 Phillipsburg 285 £ ¤ 85 3 Rd To Castle Rock Strontia Springs Res. So No rt h 96 Rd att e Ri Foxton ve ve Ri r Strontia Springs Dam r To Castle Rock South Platte Fo ¬ « 67 Rd 67 R d 12 6 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion d Pl Rd ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Spring Gulch Pond C 83 Rd 12 6 5 Rd d Rd Glenelk McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 7 Rd Kassler 97 To Bailey Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd £ ¤ To Denver Rd Conifer BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. To Denver To Denver ut h ▶ PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA —EL PASO, TELLER Permits required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website at coloradosprings.gov/parks and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: rk ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. tte Nighthawk d 97 R d ut h 67 R So d ee k A d Cheesman Res. Wigwam Club (Private) Creek Cr Pi ne River Regulations B Cr . Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Gold Medal Water - South Platte River from Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property and from the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. º ¬ « 67 ile Cre ek FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. rC r Oxyoke e e k rs e Ho ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. am B Suga Deckers Fou rm ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. barrel Cr. d ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. W ig w 126 Rd ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Gu n Scraggy View Picnic Ground Cree k Pl a 40 Rd d ▶ POINTS CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. B ea r ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ PRIEST GULCH — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 & 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PRYOR CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Bag, possession, min. size for crappie is 10 fish, 10 inches long. 5. Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. 6. Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 7. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5, and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 8. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 9. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE & SOUTH FORKS — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 32 2025 COLORADO FISHING ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH & SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Recreation as posted. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 3, 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. 3. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. G ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW RITO HONDO CREEK — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW RITO HONDO RESERVOIR — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY & SANDPIPER) — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK & TRIBUTARIES — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. �WATERS White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations To Craig Rd r. d Fork A B Ri ve d d d Fla 13 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Rd d v Ri D C C 15 5 r ve Ri d er B Buford So ut h d r B d d Cr er Be av Bi g 8R Lake Avery h Nor t d 13 Rd lC d 15 R 7 Rd C C ¬ « A Sn el d 6 Rd d d 4 Rd d D Cr. d C White 8 Rd d Meeker White C hn 64 F awn ¬ « Meeker Pasture SWA C r. 8R d Ha Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A eek st Cr. Lo 13 d d bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie ¬ « d 7R 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of and crappie the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, limit on brook trout largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B To Rifle 0 2 4 White 8 12 16 20 Miles ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH McFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROARING FORK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GOOSE CREEK, INCLUDING UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAMS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROBINSON CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE — DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ ROUGH CANYON — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 2025 COLORADO FISHING d 7 Rd d 5R k r ee an ce C Pice To Rifle ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEW SAND CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW SAND CREEK LAKES (UPPER, LOWER AND LITTLE) — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW SAND CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. d d ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE & WEST FORKS) & WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. reek Fla g C BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. r ve Ri ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 13 d ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH & SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 5R 139 ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. d Meeker A d ¬ « ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. B Colo 13 bridge B To Loma 34 9R d 1R d ke eek hi llo Ye R 24 Cr e ek 10 d Rd glas 7.5 122 R X 24 Do u 5 Miles te Rio Blanco Lake d 2.5 B Taylor Draw Dam C 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White C B Cr 21 R River B Kenney Reservoir Str a o ro y err 64 Rd wb ¬ « A H d T 65 Cr ee k 40 R 61 £ ¤ To Craig a sh w Dinosaur Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SCHAEFFER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CR 12C: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SECOND CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. �WATERS ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST & WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLATE CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DONATE when you purchase your fishing license, or scan the QR code: ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK & WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW SLATER LAKE — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ NEW SMITH CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAP: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G cpw.state.co.us/donate ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. continued on page 37 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Non-native fish regulation B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Steamboat Lake - Gold Medal Water Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation G - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released H - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 I - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches J - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Nov. 15; *Non-nativefish regulation K - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Nov. 15 *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ow C r. il l Steamboat Lake Middle Fork Elk River S eek d Cr hea ee k Cree k Elk iver Riv er lk R Elk Pearl Lake rk E Lit. C Freeman Res. Le s I dd 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. . Fo ott o n 13 dd k ree ¬ « wo od Cr. H Elk River ork ter C To Baggs, WY N. F River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr d tion tif ic a M Elkhead Res. Yam ¬ « 394 pa F £ ¤ 40 River Hayden F F Colo 394 Bridge Steamboat Springs Fi sh Cre e k K E James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) 200 ft. downstream of confluence J d ¬ « A 13 Creek da So d dd 40 d £ ¤ Craig d For To Dinosaur Porcupine Lake a Rollingstone Drive bridge E 100 ft. upstream of confluence ¬ « s Fo rk ¬ « 317 C or k d k d d d er G Miles 36 2025 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 Stillwater Res. R ar Yamcolo Res. iv im 10 ee Cr Yampa Ch 5 d d Crosho Res. on ris Sheriff Reservoir or M Cr. 4 Sar v is C reek A Be 3 d River se Poo r ¹ d 40 d Phippsburg sF To Walden/ Kremmling £ ¤ Stagecoach Res. A ek Lake Catamount B Oak Creek re a mp Ya ia ill d W o iams F Vaughn Res. G 2 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam ree k o rk Tr ou tC East F os k Will ap Sou th For Mo r G m k 1 ¬ « 131 Cr eek 0 D dd Willia m To 13 Meeker W alton C Confluence with Walton Creek ne yC ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 31 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SQUARE TOP LAKES (UPPER & LOWER)— CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TENMILE CREEK —SUMMIT FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF WEST TENMILE CREEK NEAR COPPER MOUNTAIN DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. All brown trout over 14 inches in length must be returned to water immediately. 2. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, WEST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST & MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR DAM TO ALMONT G FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. Cutthroat over 11 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 4. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 5. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 7. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY, MONTROSE, DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1– Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. 38 2025 COLORADO FISHING FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE LASALLE RD. BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. NEW Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ VALCO PONDS 4 & 5 — PUEBLO 1. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 1. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15– Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW photo by Catherine Brons GO ICE FISHING! ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jackson Reservoir, Morgan Co. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ■ Steamboat Lake, Routt Co. ■ Stagecoach Reservoir, Routt Co. ■ Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state.co.us/ice-fishing ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. �WATERS ▶ WANEKA LAKE (LAFAYETTE)— BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youth 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILDCAT CREEK — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW WOLF CREEK — MINERAL FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS 725: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLF CREEK, SOUTH FORK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. NEW All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. NEW FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH FISH CREEK UPSTREAM FOR 100 FEET AND DOWNSTREAM 200 FEET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Nov. 15. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting toward the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides Purchase your 2025–2026 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us/buy-apply IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH BASS All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish-identification PIKE COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION �removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it it upright in the water. Move the fish forward in a circular motion so that water runs through the gills, or hold the fish facing upstream in slow moving water. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail How to safely remove hooks: Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tail GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouth and body GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be greengray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BLUEHEAD SUCKER Blue to gray head; olive to gray back with lighter belly; pebble-patterned scales near tail FLANNELMOUTH SUCKER Yellow to bronze backs with lighter-colored belly; large fleshy lips and large sickleshaped dorsal fin ROUNDTAIL CHUB Silver to olive with fine scales; adult males often with red to orange pigment on cheeks, fins, belly HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL Slight hump and a long, narrow tail ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See pages 8 and 10 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us ONLINE BROCHURE NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. The online brochure is the most up-to-date version and contains any corrections: cpw.state.co.us/fishing-brochure. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.state.co.us/rules-and-regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a friend fishing. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES CONTEST STARTS IN APRIL! CPW.STATE.CO.US/TAKE-A-FRIEND-FISHING WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. 42 TO DONATE: co.accessgov.com/ogt/Forms/Page/ogt/payments/ � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/a3df0e531213e028330b6e85297f2df3.pdf 5cdd6c15c5e894abf6459503b8f0d4f1 PDF Text Text WHAT'S NEW C O L O R A D O P A R K S & LICENSES W I L D L I F E 2024 Colorado Fishing SEASON: MARCH 1, 2024–MARCH 31, 2025 cpw.state.co.us �ANGLER PHOTOS Alberto Crespo with his catch on the shore of Brush Hollow Reservoir. © Alberto Crespo ▶ Colin Cipolla is all smiles with his catch from Granby Reservoir. © Colin Cipolla ▶ Laila Seibert caught this 22” monster through the ice at Deweese Reservoir. © Eric Seibert ▶ Bobby Erbe shows off his catch on a beautiful day at Chatfield Reservoir. © Bobby Erbe ▶ Nick Sauer and his catch from Pelican Pond at St. Vrain State Park. © Nick Sauer ▶ Matt Taylor on Bear Creek Reservoir. © Matt Taylor ▶ �▶ Ronnie Romero and his catch pulled in from Granby Reservoir. © Ronnie Romero Cooper Skalla and his catch near Silverton. © Katie Skalla ▶ Rafael Lopez on Poudre Learning Center Pond. © Rafael Lopez ▶ Shawn Buster on Cheesman Reservoir. © Shawn Buster ▶ Kolten fishing in style on Pueblo Reservoir. © Kolten ▶ Juan Camacho shows off his catch from Pelican Pond at St. Vrain State Park. © Juan Camacho ▶ �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS LEARN MORE COLORADO’S NEWEST GOLD MEDAL WATERS CONDITIONS REPORT OUTDOORS QUICK TIP: COLORADO FISHING ATLAS CATCH OF THE WEEK & FISHING TIPS © CPW photo by Ryan Jones �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2024................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ What you need to buy a fishing license; license requirements......................1 ■ Residency requirements; Habitat Stamps; anglers with disabilities..............2 ■ Help improve your fisheries............................................................................2 GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Wild Trout; stream surveys.................3 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................4 ■ Fishing terms glossary...................................................................................5 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................5 ■ State Records by Weight program & award table; Measure Your Catch...........6 ■ State Records by Length program & award table...........................................7 ■ Master Angler program and award lengths....................................................7 FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River..........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin..................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages....................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: North Fork Gunnison Basin — Hotchkiss to McClure Pass..................20 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa...................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage..............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin......................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers...............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker...............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line...........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig..................................................36 FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.info/fishing-brochure COVER: Spring river fly fishing the "Dream Stream" in Charlie Meyers State Wildlife Area. © CPW photo Nora Logue #LiveLifeOutside LET'S BE SOCIAL @CoParksWildlife 2024 COLORADO FISHING 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR Jeff Davis COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of January 2024 Dallas May, Chair Richard Reading, Vice-Chair Karen Michelle Bailey, Secretary Jessica Beaulieu Marie Haskett Jack Murphy Gabriel Otero Duke Phillips, IV Gary T. Skiba James Jay Tutchton Eden Vardy Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Jeff Davis, CPW Director REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR COVER PHOTO Mark Koenig © CPW photo by Nora Logue PRINTED February 2024 by Publication Printers, Denver: 247,500 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW) receives federal financial assistance from multiple bureaus within the U.S. Department of the Interior. Under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability or age. In addition, CPW adheres to all antidiscrimination laws of the state of Colorado. For more information on how to request an accommodation or to file a grievance, please visit cpw.info/accessibility. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.info/regulations CPW ADMINISTRATIVE, REGIONAL & AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-297-1192 (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) REGISTRATION OFFICE Boat, Snowmobile, Off-Highway Vehicle 13787 US Hwy. 85 N Littleton, 80125 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See CPW’s website for a complete list of our park locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept some licenses for refunds. BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 200 S. Spruce St. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Pueblo Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-3333 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2024 ANNUAL LICENSES VALID MARCH 1–MARCH 31 THE NEXT YEAR (13 MONTHS) ▶ NEW REGULATIONS FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES: ■ The West Fork of Clear Creek, Duck Creek, the Square Top Lakes, and Williams Gulch: Fishing with fly and lure only and catch-and-release. See pages 11–39. ■ Blue River and Tenmile Creek: Brown trout over 14 inches in length must be immediately returned to the water upon catch and fishing is prohibited Sept. 1–Dec. 1. See pages 13 and 37. ■ Dillon Reservoir: Brown trout over 14 inches in length must be immediately returned to the water upon catch. See page 20. ■ Hermosa Creek: Fishing is prohibited 100 feet upstream and downstream of the fish barrier located 0.1 miles below the East Fork of Hermosa Creek confluence. See page 25. ▶ NEW RECORDS BY WEIGHT AND LENGTH: Look for the NEW tag on pages 6 and 7 for the newest records by weight and length, and go to cpw.info/fishing-records for how to properly weigh and measure your fish. ▶ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! There are actions you can take and available resources to consult BEFORE you head out on your next adventure that will help make your fishing experience the best it can be. CPW encourages you to disinfect your fishing gear (page 4), know the statewide and special regulations for the water you plan to visit (starting on page 8), and be aware of the local fishing conditions such as water level/stream flow and water temperature (page 5). You may also contact the local CPW Area Office for more information: cpw.info/contact-us LICENSE INFORMATION SEASON DATES: Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS: Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp from June 1–2, 2024. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS & ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS LICENSES FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)..................................................$12.15 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp...........................................................................$364.63 AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP AMOUNT LICENSES FEE required for motorboats and sailboats ■ RESIDENTS: Annual...............................................................................$25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS: Annual.......................................................................$50.00 ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–64)...........................................................................$41.83 Senior annual (65+)..............................................................................$11.47 Youth ages 16–17 (second-rod stamp charge still applies; see below)..............$11.47 Small game & fishing combo.................................................................$60.05 Senior small game & fishing combo (65+)............................................$35.32 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual...................................................................................................$117.14 Five-day................................................................................................$38.19 ■ RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS Second-rod stamp.................................................................................$12.68 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and to any youth under 16. One-day fishing*: residents...................................................................$16.33 One-day fishing*: nonresidents............................................................$19.97 Additional-day fishing*.........................................................................$7.82 *Customers buying a one-day or one-additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1 PROPER IDENTIFICATION and PROOF of residency (for CO residents). 2 HABITAT STAMP: A 2024 or lifetime Habitat Stamp is required prior to buying a license for anyone ages 18–64. One will be automatically added to your purchase, if applicable. (See page 2.) NOTE: A Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number is required for hunters age 12 and older, per federal law. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry a physical fish- ing license (or My CPW app accessible license) to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans on their person, except where prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $11.47. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents age 65 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $11.47 or an annual senior combo small game/fishing license for $35.32, both of which include the 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents age 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, handline or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youth under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40. An annual license is required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians, or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Licensees must provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. For application, restrictions, and annual reporting requirements, visit: cpw.info/purchase-special-license ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and federal law require a Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to ​ Child Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES 1 RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS ▶ The physical residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. Visit cpw.info/proof-of-residency. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an address other than in Colorado. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: You must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months immediately prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have your primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last 6 months. b. Proof: Current and valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ ID is not 6 months old, you must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in "Additional Residency Proofs" below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL TIME IN COLORADO 2 HABITAT STAMPS Habitat Stamps are $12.15 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid March 1–March 31 (13 months). ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is available for $364.63. ▶ Anyone who is approved in the Columbine, First Responder, Veteran and/or Big Game Mobility Impaired programs is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.info/accessibility. ▶ Learn more online: cpw.info/habitat-stamp ANGLERS WITH DISABILITIES CPW offers several programs for hunters and anglers with disabilities. Go to cpw.info/accessibility for more on how to apply. These programs require advance legal paperwork submissions: Please apply AT LEAST 30 DAYS prior to when you wish to use the permit or license. Due to volume, applications cannot be expedited. RESIDENT COLUMBINE FISHING LIFETIME PROGRAM a. Requirements: You must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least 6 months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled can apply for a free lifetime fishing license. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. Colorado resident first responders who have proof of a permanent occupational disability can qualify for the First Responder program to obtain a free lifetime fishing or combo small game/fishing license. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: You must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado. Military member's spouse and/or dependents share the same residency status. Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and active orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as your home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident. Military member's spouse and/or dependents share the same residency status. b. Proof: Military ID and active orders. 6. YOUTH Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS If you otherwise meet residency requirements but your Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than 6 months ago, or you have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on your record, you must provide at least two additional proofs of residency showing 6 consecutive months of Colorado residency immediately prior to buying or applying for a license. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. 2 2024 COLORADO FISHING RESIDENT FIRST RESPONDER LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE RESIDENT DISABLED VETERAN LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE Purple Heart recipients or military veterans who have a service-connected disability (with an overall combined rating of 60% or more by the Dept. of Veteran's Affairs) and are residents of Colorado can obtain a free lifetime fishing or combo small game/fishing license. HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY. ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger-sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to catch and keep these fish. SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Kenney Reservoir: northern pike ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass; walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the West Slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. See pages 11–39 of this brochure. �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-sized (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water. G WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and nonnative wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries, as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems, and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations, the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.info/gold-medal-policy The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing! GOLD MEDAL STREAMS ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: ▶ From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the U.S. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ■ BLUE RIVER: ▶ From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge. ▶ From Green Mountain Reservoir dam to the Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: ▶ From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek. ▶ From Canyon Creek (Grand Co.) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: ▶ From Almont to the U.S. 50 bridge. ▶ From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From the south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From the Colo. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to the Rio Grande Canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the Middle and South Forks to the Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From the Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to the Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of the Wigwam Club property to the Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle Fork, from the Colo. 9 bridge to the South Fork confluence. ■ TAYLOR RIVER: From Taylor Park Reservoir dam to Almont. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson Co. ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park Co. ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt Co. © CPW photo by Jerry Neal STREAM SURVEYS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically moni© CPW photo by Josh Nehring tor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.info/fishery-management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.info/fishery-data 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly-growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES ALERTS: cpw.info/ans-alerts ANS STAMP: Required for motorboats and sailboats To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.info/buy-apply, or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.info/buy-apply, or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these © CPW invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic from entering our state by following the nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud, and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 77 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.info/invasive-species MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.info/boating-registration 4 2024 COLORADO FISHING There are 77 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.info/boat-inspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak waders and gear with water 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that the tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla Co. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.info/rusty-crayfish �GENERAL FISHING TERMS GLOSSARY ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented materials (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward) and scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trot-line, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish (except unregulated species and prohibited non- game, endangered and threatened species), which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to, brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids); splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS are floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which includes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9, and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, handline or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROT-LINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. PRESERVE. CONSERVE. ENJOY. LEAVE NO TRACE! The LEAVE NO TRACE PRINCIPLES are the best way to minimize your impact while fishing: ▶ PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE: Know the local regulations where you'll fish, obey size and quantity limits, prepare for weather and emergencies. ▶ TRAVEL AND CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES: Good campsites are found, not made. Use existing sites whenever possible. ▶ DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY: Pack out all trash including food scraps and toilet paper. Check with local land managers for regulations on disposal of fish entrails. Avoid using lead sinkers and jigs. ▶ LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND: When practicing catch and release, use barbless hooks. Do not fight a fish to exhaustion, use a rod and line of sufficient strength and avoid suspending fish out of water by the fishing line. Take care not to introduce nonnative species to water sources and surrounding areas. ▶ MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS: Use an established fire ring or fire pan, and don’t put trash or food in the fire pit. ▶ RESPECT WILDLIFE: Humanely dispatch catches you are keeping with a quick blow to the back of the head with a rock or other solid object. Refrigerate or eat fish quickly to avoid wasting them. Never feed wild animals; store your camp food and trash securely. ▶ BE CONSIDERATE TO OTHER VISITORS: Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience. Let nature’s sounds prevail. Leave No Trace respects the tradition of fishing on public lands, expects fishers to abide by state fishing laws, and encourages all fishers to put these skills and ethics into action on every fish. This copyrighted information was reprinted under partnership with the Leave No Trace Organization. For more information, visit: LNT.org ONLINE RESOURCES ▶ FISHING CONDITIONS: cpw.info/fishing-conditions ▶ 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.info/fishing-report-sign-up ■ cpw.info/fish-stocking-report ▶ BOAT REGISTRATION: cpw.info/boating-registration ▶ 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.info/maps ▶ FISHING MAPS Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online: cpw.info/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.info/fishing 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT STATE RECORDS PROGRAMS WEIGHT LENGTH SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. Arctic char 2023 Dillon Res., Summit 7-7.68 26.8 bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead 2004 1997 1979 2011 2005 2017 1963 2001 2013 1993 26-15.0 11-6.0 1-1.3 6-11.0 4-7.9 29-5.0 4-7.0 35-5.0 57-13.0 5-1.0 37.5 22.5 10.5 21.5 17.75 39 18 38.75 47 23 Pete McDonnell Kevin Treanor Jarrett Edwards Timothy Fisk Raymond Ong Michael Hardin Harvey Shade Pedro Martinez Adam Wickam Brian Husmann Uldene Kuretich catfish, blue NEW Pueblo Res., Pueblo 2023 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 33-8.48 38.5 Coy Bowyer 43-10.1 40.5 Jessica Walton NEW 33-13.6 39 David Medina 3-7.8 4-3.8 3-1.0 17-3.0 1-10.0 5-2.0 30-11.0 1-14.0 2-9.6 11-0.0 6-13.0 7-5.0 3-6.7 10-14.0 18-15.0 5-6.7 2-9.5 1-5.0 1-5.0 1-8.5 1-7.0 5-6.9 40-2.0 8-8.9 30-8.0 18-8.0 3-12.0 50-5.6 16-0.0 19-9.6 17-2.6 8-3.7 18-12.6 17.5 17 35.25 31 17.25 18.75 46.5 13.25 13.75 28.5 27.5 27 21.5 28.5 32 23.5 12.75 11.5 11.25 10.75 12.75 20 53 26.25 36 28.5 22.5 44.25 n/a 34 33 27.5 34 Fesstus Stalder Daryel Thompson Juergen Kernal Faye Lancamp Derik Drinnen Richard Sals Tim Bone Dana Wilfong Justin Allbrandt Helen Eaton Will Arduino Lee Cox Jeff Riddle Rocklyn Beise Robin Perkins Jay Grupp Gregory Wallace Joshua Robinson Justin Evans Jeff Robinson Parker Erker Craig Curtis Jason Potter Matt Smiley Alan Schneider Frank Stack Donald O’Leary Donald Walker George Hranchak Lee Cox Rob Peckham Anthony Janssen Scott Regan catfish, channel Pueblo Res., Pueblo Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta Ramah Res., El Paso Aurora Res., Arapahoe Valco Ponds, Pueblo Arkansas River, Bent Blue Lake, Bent & Kiowa Glenmere Park, Weld Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson Farm Pond, Delta John Martin Res., Bent 2023 crappie, black 2017 Frank State Wildlife Area crappie, white 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams eel, American 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson freshwater drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson mountain whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle northern pike 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt perch, Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld perch, yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer salmon, chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand salmon, kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park salmon, kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta sucker, white 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe sunfish, bluegill 2019 Totten Res., Montezuma 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer sunfish, green & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld sunfish, hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer sunfish, redear 2022 Stalker Lake, Yuma tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande tiger muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe trout, brook 2022 Waterdog Lake, Hinsdale trout, brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison trout, cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park trout, golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson trout, lake 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison trout, native cutthroat 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake trout, rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison trout, Snake River cutthroat 2005 Blue River, Summit trout, tiger 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson catfish, flathead 6 2024 COLORADO FISHING (lbs.-ozs.) (inches) ANGLER CPW recognizes licensed anglers who catch exceptionally large fish through three separate programs: Records by Weight, Records by Length (release only) and Master Angler. Learn more at: cpw.info/fishing-records STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT State Records by Weight is Colorado's original and oldest fishing recognition program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories (see table at left). If an angler catches a large fish that they believe may have broken the weight record in its species, there are a series of steps that must be taken to have the fish certified as a new state record: ■ Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 16. ■ The catch must be made in Colorado in compliance with all state fishing rules and regulations. ■ The fish in question must be weighed on a statecertified scale (pounds and ounces). State-certified scales are available at the four CPW regional offices: NE, NW, SE, SW. ■ The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined, identified and the application signed by a CPW employee before an application is submitted. The employee will fill out and return the application form, picture of fish on scale showing weight, weight receipt of fish when possible and picture of fish on a lengthmeasuring device to the Assistant Chief of Hatcheries in Denver. ■ Verified state record applicants will receive a lapel pin. ■ Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. ■ See records and more information on qualifying: cpw.info/fish-weight-records MEASURE YOUR CATCH Fish must be hooked, played and landed on sport tackle by the entrant. (Snagged fish are not eligible.) Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible for entry and must be submitted within 60 days of catch, and all state fishing regulations must be followed. See the State Records by Length table and more information on the program on the next page. ▶ To accurately measure a fish for a length record: ■ You MUST place the fish directly on the measuring device (ruler, tape measure, etc.). As pictured below, the measuring device shall be behind or under the fish and not following the curvature of the fish. ■ You MUST align the fish at a clearly-marked area of the measuring device. In the image below, the 1-inch mark is used to clearly and accurately indicate the starting point for measurement. ■ You MUST place fish on its side with the jaw closed. ■ You MUST squeeze the tail fin together to obtain the maximum overall length. ■ You MUST measure a straight line from the tip of the snout to the extreme tip of the tail fin. �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH QUALI- RECORD FYING LENGTH LENGTH (inches) ANGLER (inches) Arctic char no verified record bass, hybrid striped (wiper) NEW 2023 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo bass, largemouth NEW 2023 Longview Pond (private), Weld bass, rock no verified record bass, smallmouth NEW 2023 Valco Ponds, Pueblo bass, spotted no verified record bass, striped no verified record bass, white no verified record Chatfield Res., Douglas carp, common NEW 2023 & Jefferson carp, grass NEW 2023 Pomona Lake #2, Jefferson James M. Robb Colo. River State Park catfish, black bullhead 2022 (Colo. River Section), Mesa catfish, brown bullhead no verified record catfish, blue no verified record catfish, channel 2021 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo catfish, flathead no verified record crappie, black NEW 2023 McKay Lake, Adams crappie, white NEW 2023 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo freshwater drum no verified record grayling NEW 2023 Bonham Reservoir, Mesa 18 25 18 10 17 18 28 17 28.5 22.5 Gary Nussbaum II Timothy Holt 21.25 Corey Ricker 30 35 James Hurrell 30 36.5 Daniel J. Leonardo II 14 14.19 Marc Melnick 39.5 Colten Smith 14 30 30 30 14 14 20 15 18.25 Eric Allee 15.75 Pam Mitzner 16.75 Kenzie Sanderson mountain whitefish NEW 2023 Roaring Fork River, Garfield 15 20 northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sucker, longnose NEW 2023 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 36 12 12 28 20 16 26 20 22 18 46.25 Anny Atwell 10 10.5 Miles Cullum 10 10 8 12 18 40 16 22 22 16 32 20 24 20 18 26 10.25 10.88 Andrew Potter Tristan Francis 41.5 17 23 25.5 Kevin Snell Kyle Schelhaas Stephen Dabelko Thomas Horne 29.75 Zach Langer 20.25 31 Kolton Paulson Steven Stanton no verified record Trinidad Res., Las Animas no verified record NEW 2023 South Platte River, Park no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record Castle Pines Village Lake, sunfish, bluegill NEW 2023 Douglas sunfish, green 2022 Private farm pond, Mesa sunfish, hybrid 2021 Juniata Reservoir, Mesa sunfish, pumpkinseed no verified record sunfish, redear no verified record tench no verified record tiger muskie NEW 2023 Clear Creek Reservoir, Chaffee trout, brook 2021 Antero Reservoir, Park trout, brown NEW 2023 Spinney Mountain Res., Park trout, cutbow NEW 2023 Spinney Mountain Res., Park trout, golden no verified record trout, lake no verified record trout, native cutthroat no verified record trout, rainbow 2022 Blue River, Grand trout, Snake River cutthroat no verified record trout, tiger 2022 S. Platte River, Jefferson walleye NEW 2023 Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield 2022 13.63 John Whiteley Jose Mares Jr. 20.75 Cody Hails State Records by Length recognizes the longest fish of a particular species that is caught and released by an angler, anywhere throughout Colorado. Records are by length (inches) for this program, and the angler will fill out and return an application form. Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program (see below). The Master Angler program did not have enough length verification requirements to verify the size of the fish before it was released. Because of this, the validity of some catches was brought into question. Since Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program has been a stand-alone program where specific steps must be followed for record submission and acceptance. Unlike the Records by Weight program, these fish MUST BE RELEASED in order to qualify. Only submissions showing properly measured fish will be accepted. See "Measure Your Catch" on the previous page of this brochure. Find more information on qualifying lengths and the submission process online: cpw.info/fish-length-records MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Master Angler Program was designed to recognize anglers for success in their sport, as well as to promote the conservation of fishery resources and quality fishing by encouraging the careful release of trophy-sized popular sport species. Master Angler awards are based on fish length rather than weight; this allows anglers to measure fish and return them to the water alive if they choose to do so. There are 46 categories of species recognized in this program, and there can be more than one Master Angler award given in each category every year. See award lengths table below. Anglers who catch a qualifying-length fish will get a Master Angler certificate and patch; only one patch per angler, per year. For more information on the program, including application rules, and to see the Heritage Master Angler Lengths table online, go to: cpw.info/master-angler AWARD LENGTHS FOR MASTER ANGLER: SPECIES LENGTH (inches) Arctic char...............................18 bass, hybrid striped (wiper)....25 bass, largemouth....................18 bass, rock................................10 bass, smallmouth...................17 bass, spotted...........................18 bass, striped............................28 bass, white..............................17 carp, common.........................30 carp, grass...............................30 catfish, black bullhead............14 catfish, brown bullhead..........14 catfish, blue............................30 catfish, channel......................30 catfish, flathead......................30 crappie, black..........................14 crappie, white.........................14 freshwater drum.....................20 grayling..................................15 mountain whitefish................15 northern pike..........................36 perch, Sacramento..................12 perch, yellow..........................12 SPECIES LENGTH (inches) salmon, Chinook.....................28 salmon, kokanee (angling).....20 sauger.....................................16 saugeye..................................26 splake.....................................20 sucker, white...........................22 sucker, longnose.....................18 sunfish, bluegill......................10 sunfish, green.........................10 sunfish, hybrid........................10 sunfish, redear........................12 tench.......................................18 tiger muskie............................40 trout, brook.............................16 trout, brown...........................22 trout, cutbow..........................22 trout, golden...........................16 trout, lake...............................32 trout, native cutthroat............20 trout, rainbow.........................24 trout, Snake River cutthroat....20 trout, tiger..............................18 walleye...................................26 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to go onto private land to fish without permission, including touching any part of private land by person or watercraft. Private land is not required to be posted or fenced. Trespassers may be suspended for up to 5 years. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY-ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROT-LINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trot-line. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set, or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trot-lines shall be personally checked at least once in every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in "Special Regulations: Fishing Waters," pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have an arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NET See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or, if authorized, for emergency salvage. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing, explosives. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw.info/regulations 8 2024 COLORADO FISHING b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. The following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. See "h. Crustaceans" on next page. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made �FISHING LAWS ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer Co. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or nonnative aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. Only the following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting-color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. TAGGING FISH AND RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING AND EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines or trot-lines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily maximum water temperature exceeds 71 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 50 percent or less of the daily average flow. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration and/or stress may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below 6 parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly-acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given, and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. Are you catching our emails? If not, you're missing out on fishing conditions, tips, news and upcoming events, as well as regulation updates! © CPW photo by Michael DelliVeneri 4 EASY STEPS TO ADD YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS: 1. Go to: cpw.state.co.us 2. Click "Things To Do" 3. Click "Fishing Report" 4. Click "Sign Up" The CPW Call Center can also assist you: 303-297-1192 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions," page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See "Special Regulations: Fishing Waters," pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS & NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.info/park-finder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/fishing.htm Fishing is available at more than 270 national wildlife refuges, 29 national fish hatcheries and many other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service lands and waters. Certain refuges may have individual restrictions. Plan your trip by researching specific refuges online: fws.gov/fishing DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately, do count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS & WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH (except kokanee) in aggregate* 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 on Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* west of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 on Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH west of Continental Divide east of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, BULLHEAD west of Continental Divide in aggregate* unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited 20 20 east of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long 2024 COLORADO FISHING unlimited unlimited 10 statewide, in aggregate* SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN 10 DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON, MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH SEE "SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS" SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. 50 50 * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS G GOLD MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 3 for details. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.info/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, MANNER OF TAKE, FISH­ING HOURS, ETC. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS CO. FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS & MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA NOTE: Access to the frozen surface of the lake is prohibited. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER & LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW & MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ ANTHRACITE CREEK, NORTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HELL CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT & SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS NEAR LEAD VILLE DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER, AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BASIN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Ten C r. ¬ « 91 st ne ssee Ea £ ¤ A 24 C an s rk as R i ve r Fo rk rk Turquoise Res. st ee k Ea sk Bu Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake d Three Lakes Middle Lowest C r. Ten Fo A confluence Windsor Lake ssee ne ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek Halfmo on Creek Kobe it Cr. Two B Mount Elbert Forebay Riv er ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. To Minturn Arkans as ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. ke Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. ▶ BEAVER DAMS CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS AND UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAM DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BERTHOUD RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession limit for crappie and redear sunfish is 10 fish in aggregate, min. of 10 inches long. 2. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. B - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - Arkansas River from confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Timberline Lake La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations Cr ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit d ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles r. ar C Cle Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. B To Salida ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 12 2024 COLORADO FISHING �WATERS 9 Green Mountain Reservoir d e tar ac t Green Mtn. Res. inlet E D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA Creek ate e k Sl A Blue Ca ek d Cr d Cr e North city limits of Silverthorne D v er Ri To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d u lc h F rey G d Swan Ri D ver French Gu A rk Fo N. A D lch d Breckenridge Confluence of Tenmile and W. Tenmile Creeks d d le C Tenm i B d d Copper Mtn. Dillon Keystone Reservoir ver Ri le Cr. 6 Snak e d mi £ ¤ A dd 24 A d Te n £ ¤ Coyne Valley Rd. bridge d d C orral Cr. Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. F d d River ¬ « dSpr uce Cr. Blue Clinton A Reservoir ¬ « d 91 ¹ 0 d C Vail 70 A d To Glenwood Springs d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map . W ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ¬ « d ▶ BOEDECKER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; Brown trout over 14 inches must be released; Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Dec 1. C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches E - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 F - Brown trout over 14 inches must be released; Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Dec 1. Gold Medal Water - Blue River from Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River d C d r. d eC er u ld Bo FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations River ru c Sp A FROM SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. NEW Brown trout over 14 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. NEW Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Dec. 1. G For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map C G FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 40 To Granby ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches; Brown trout over 14 inches must be returned immediately Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling d ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 9 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Fairplay ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 13 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 & CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH & SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. All walleye exceeding 21 inches must be returned to water immediately. 2. Daily bag limit for walleye is 3 fish less than 21 inches long. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 14 2024 COLORADO FISHING GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from Dec. 1–Feb. 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–Aug. 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHAIR CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR & CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. Fishing at Lake Mary © CPW photo by Wayne D. Lewis TAKE KIDS FISHING! ■ Barr Lake State Park, Adams Co. ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Lake Mary, Adams Co. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Weld Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.info/take-kids-fishing 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Lake Regulations d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C Co do er Riv a lor C State Bridge Gold Medal Water - Gore Creek from confluence with Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River d Pi ¬ « ne yR i ve r d ea d A d 70 Ab Gypsum ms ra Cr. Red Sands tone d B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Edwards Cr. C d d d C Eagle B Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d § ¦ ¨ o rad C dd Brus h C r. To Grand Junction lo Co River Wolcott B C E. Meadow Cr. A d Eagle Dotsero M I-70 Exit 147 Bridge d Gypsum Ponds SWA A d C d ow Cr. Riv er 131 Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youth in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ NEW CLEAR CREEK, WEST FORK — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE OF BUTLER GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLIFF CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PRONG CLIFF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK AND FROM CANYON CREEK (GRAND CO.) TO ROCK CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF THE HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. r. ss C B . W A To Leadville d Miles £ ¤ 24 Cr o d 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet 20 Cr d d 15 os s d d To Dillon r 10 B e Riv gle Sylvan E. A B Lake A Hat C ru sh W r. Cr . E Br us h Cr . d 5 Cr . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. d m . 82 d G ¹ 0 ¬ « yp su For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs Confluence of East and South Forks FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. 15 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released - 2 trout limit - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Meadow Creek Reservoir - Bag, possession and min. size limit for tiger trout is 1, 18 inches long. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. A B C D E F G ¬ « le C r. o d Tenm i d Va squ ez S . Fo d d ma n 10 Miles 16 2024 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 Denver Water Board diversions To Silverthorne To Silverthorne 40 d Steel d 5 r. £ ¤ d d 4 k. C B d rk A A r. 3 gF Denver Water Board diversion btail C Bo Cr . B d R 30 Cre Lit. Vas quez C r. ek re is C ou tL S ain 2 d d ek Fork N. A Cr e ek d ver 2 USFS 125 bridge d r ve i rk R Fo d d Co rr d Ri nch Ra ee Cr ms d dy 1 A rin Ro a rd Cr. Cr. Hu m i l t o n Ha A C Fraser d d Co lo r 40 A d A Cr. r £ ¤ a ll i Wi d Big Hole Creek r. o ah ap Ar e k 3R For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map C s A d Granby ud eM G in C r. Lake E Granby Monarch Lake Meadow Cr. Res. . w Cr do C Fra US 40 bridge Li ttl eC dd 22 Rd ek D er Tw d d re ey C D D 3 Rd er iv 0 A d ¹ To Silverthorne k A C d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge Bl u e R ree nC h or Three Licks Creek She ep For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin F Willow Creek Res. nn Rd ol d H 33 d d I ¬ « d D d A Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 r ee k Ki 1R Williams Fork Reservoir Rd Radium k 2 Rd I I Shadow Mtn. Res. C k o ad 1 r ee Grand Lake d w llo r ee 134 Kremmling 34 Wi Trou bles om e C d ¬ « C al d d d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d dy A Me a Carter Cree k 125 d u d d d M d £ ¤ d Lit. ree n G C r. A To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Colorado River Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie § ¦ ¨ 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of nonnative trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. CPW recommends anglers disinfect waders and other fishing gear between uses (see page 4) to limit the spread of aquatic nuisance species and their potential to negatively impact cutthroat trout. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ DEEP CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO PAONIA RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH & EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18– 22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d Bea v k ree Tra i lC Ja r d V k on E sco nd ido Can g re e k Cr. Spectacle Lake R i to Colorado 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake d s d d ree k Cr ee k Di xie M E X I C O d d N E W k A re e eC A ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B e ek ¬ « er Cr Cumbres de C ree k 17 A D B si lf C A Ca sca W O k B Tr Trujillo Meadows Reservoir r ee d no Lo D Bear Cr Pi pC hee A Osier d os S Cre ek Gr ouse d oD eL 18 Na t Menkhaven Resort n nyo Ca g n iver Ri 1 FR iv C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek sR ejo on ham a Fo x k C d ree d d r yon To La Jara 40 La Jar a C Ca n k d d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros Hot C ree FR 259 k h o 2024 COLORADO FISHING re e Ruybalid Lake Red Lake A a 18 e Cre k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 aC g h Cr. Victoria Lake ee k 2 os ou Alverjones Lake A 1 To La Jara No Name Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 0 River l ¹ A 25 South Fork confluence El k C chu t C re River Laguna Venado Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. FR e Cr. erd am Lost Lake C nejo s 50 Cr . A Empedrado Lake .R N. F k Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Fk 2 FR J C i Ro u Wes tF So k ree Green Lake A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th C T A ng Creek Blue Lake a C r. ek Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake ke La er J im Ha Twin Lakes To Alamosa er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr Ri v r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet S ad iv er Rock Lake osa oC A Tobacco Lake Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR Ca t C r e ek Al A A la m si d or Big Lake d eek A a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r A L C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch d Co n A A S. F k . t Cree k d Rito G d r. ld C at Go Mix Lake ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 r. eC G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir dd ve d d i tR K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 r B C 5 76 Rd Gold Medal Water - Taylor River from Taylor Park Reservoir dam downstream to Almont and Gunnison River from Almont to US-50 bridge R 209 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit Top of Taylor dam 81 3 k d US50 bridge Cree k d Tom ich i R 763 ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 114 149 Cr ee £ ¤ 50 Co c het opa Creek ¬ « ich i k Be k Cree er av K d Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 25 R d 225 yards downstream of dam To m ¬ « To Salida ! Sou th Blue Mesa dam d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n 76 Rd F Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd e ek ee d v er Ri k iso nn u G d Cr Almont ree d Cr d West Elk eek So a Cr A ek eek Steube n r ver C C B ea re D F eC l op A A nt e A East A k o pe nt e l West A r ee t st 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA 74 74 2 o k We v er C E as E Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU re e West Bea p Rd i v er or R 2 Rd D Hatchery outlet A Be aver C l Tay d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d d Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H d 4R B B d 1 KK h eek 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e op a Cr Cr C oc het k 27 Rd lla Cree sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River d ison Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks dd Cr. d aver rk G un n Be A Cebo L ak e Fo Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary av A C r. Rd d dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 er 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Morrow Point Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 Miles 15 20 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ZA R D DIV IDE North Fork Gunnison Basin - Hotchkiss to McClure Pass d dy Cr. A 26 Stevens Gulch Rd. yC d d A d d A d ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. 3. NEW Brown trout over 14 inches long must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK — DOLORES FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK, SOUTH FORK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 20 2024 COLORADO FISHING d d eek 92 To Crawford ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF McPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM McPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM McPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Co Schaefer Creek A Cliff Creek d A Cliff Creek, South Prong Robinson Creek d Miles ¬ « To Crested Butte d A Cr 20 12 Rd. Gunnison CR 12C d al 15 Anthracite Cr., Middle Anthracite Creek A d h Minnesota Creek, South Fork ! 10 Snowshoe Creek Minnesota Creek Minnesota Creek, East Fork d 92 For North Fork Gunnison River below Hotchkiss and Lower Gunnison basin regulations see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 5 rt d A d 0 No Hotchkiss ¬ « ! C d ¹ To Delta Boundary fence below stilling basin d ¬ « B A r ee k pC A Hell Cr. Coal C r ee k Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin 133 Paonia Reservoir Paonia Res. dam rk Fo Paonia Terror Creek Anthracite Creek, North Fork d B Rive r Gunn is o n Anthracite Cr. confluence Stevens Gulch Rd. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Unnamed tributary A West Fork Terror Creek t De e A Muddy Creek, East d d d A A Chair Creek , Wes d d Cunningham Creek A Terror Creek, East Fork Terror Cr. Res. d Overland Ditch . d Hubbard Creek, Middle Fork re e k Rd 133 d Overland Ditch 5 Mu dd Hubbard Creek, Main ¬ « eek Le eC 265 Rd. r d Cr . To Carbondale ! Buzzard Divide FS 265 A A d ! *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Li ttl eM ud dy d To Mesa County and Lower Colorado River basin C - Fishing prohibited as posted Second Creek Twin Creek, North Twin Creek, South Rock Creek A ! B - *Non-native fish regulation Clear Fk. A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Basin Creek A o f Mu River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d BU Z Kaufman Creek FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW DUCK CREEK — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO DUCK LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ¬ « ¬ « Fruit Growers Reservoir ¬ « North Fork Gunnison River Hotchkiss Smith Fork Gunnison River ¬ « H dd ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. d d Blue Mesa dam D C Morrow Point Res. Cimarron River Cimmaron Rd. For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map G I C I Nate Creek 858 Rd. 8 Rd. 10 Rd. Ridgway A Silverjack Reservoir 860 Rd. 8 Rd. D Cow Creek To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY STATE FISHING UNIT BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. ▶ ELK CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM TO THE U.S. 6 BRIDGE IN NEW CASTLE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and from Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ! d Ouray CR 23 bridge ! To Placerville dd Crystal Reservoir 550 Ridgway dam 62 Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam C Cerro Summit Reservoir £ ¤ Ridgway Reservoir ¬ « dd d Beaver Dams Creek C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam Morrow Point dam 50 d dd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Muddy Creek ¬ « £ ¤ USFS boundary Pryor Creek d 92 d FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. er ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. H d Gould Reservoir iv e r Montrose Dry Creek, East Fork 20 Miles nR Doug Creek A d ek Dr y Cre I Riv 15 Crawford Res. 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam Colo 90 bridge A Second Creek d e 10 B 50 dd d 5 Olathe Lasalle Rd. bridge A F Top of Crawford dam Gu nn iso £ ¤ Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: 0 North boundary fence H Gold Medal Water - Gunnison River from 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie A Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) d Sweitzer Lake Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam E d R iv e r Delta d 50 d £ ¤ ison d Gun n 92 d H - *Non-native fish regulation I - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation ! pahgr co m Un D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 133 To Grand Junction d H d C - Fishing prohibited as posted For North Fork Gunnison River basin Paonia regulations 187 above Hotchkiss see North Fork Gunnison Basin Map 65 d A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Cedaredge ¹ ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG & LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ESCALANTE CREEK, NORTH FORK — MESA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 We st Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 To Gateway Gu nn Grand Junction B § ¦ ¨ ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso 15 D 70 Riv Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 ¬ « C B A ¬ « Mesa k Griffith Res. on C k ut e B ach ar 65 ¬ « Island Lake Vega Res. To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 d A C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge . Cr 325 ¬ « Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran A E. F k. P A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A a r T rado Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 70 § ¦ ¨ ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ve r Ri hu te Parachute Co 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ De Beque k Mack Highline Res. C r ee H Mack Mesa Res. h East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. R oan A 139 ¬ « lt C r eek Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. ac T d U To Rangely d d River Regulations P ar Ea s t Sa Cr. kW as d d ek re M ac d o Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 3 walleye limit, minimum 15 inches; Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches per day; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2024 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC l u B e re er �WATERS ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH & SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 & NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 MILES: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE FROM ALMONT TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE. MAP: PAGE 19. G G FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM TO THE NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. 24 2024 COLORADO FISHING FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 20 & 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. © CPW photo by Wayne D. Lewis CATCH CRAPPIE! ■ Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent & Kiowa Cos. ■ Turk's Pond, Baca Co. ■ North Sterling Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Prewitt Reservoir, Logan & Washington Cos. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan & Sedgwick Cos. ■ Crawford State Park, Delta Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.info/fishing-hot-spots ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Upper Poudre River Drainage Lake Regulations Sh eep Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Cr . . orge C r A Ge Cornelius Cr. A d N. F k. Pou d er re Riv B D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 Halligan Reservoir d d Divide Creek confluence 80C Rd To Wyoming River Regulations To Laramie d Eaton Reservoir d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 Bull Creek confluence N. k. er ne 103 A d llow ck H o A E. B Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd Fort Collins Laporte d . d Jo eW P ou Riv er 44H R d Milton Seaman Reservoir S. F k. dre C r. Cr . Long Draw Reservoir Upper boundary of Gateway Park B ck no n Pe Dr L g Watson Lake 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. NEW Fishing is prohibited 100 feet upstream and downstream of the artificial waterfall (fish barrier) located 0.1 miles below the East Fork of Hermosa Creek confluence. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 0 1 2 3 6 Miles ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. 9 ¹ u Po e dr v. Ri d B d d aw on Ted's Place To d Rocky Mountain NP boundary Zimmerman Lake 14 Rd S.Fk . rig ht Cr. d d dr eR ive r C ¬ « Poudre Park d d d y Cr. re River 14 re ud Po r. B Cr . pC Ma E 63 d he ep A hee A C Pingree Park Rd./bridge P o ud ¬ « River d Fk .S W. Fk .S B West boundary of Hombre Ranch la r. . Cr Rd irie Pra ve Sto Rd 27 A Rustic N. Fk d d ve r d Ri d B Big Bend campground upper boundary d Po u dre River d re pC Shee To Walden £ ¤ Milton Seaman Reservoir R 69 Kinikinik d ul c h u d ther Lak 74E Rd es R d 287 Po E Livermore See inset map d Colo 14 bridge eC e Pin r. Red Fe a Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) A sG Po u d Joe Wright Reservoir L on m lia B Chambers Lake r. Parvin Lake d Rd Wil D 162 R Lo Cr. eC d A Roaring Creek and all tributaries P in Dowdy Lake d Deadm an R d 162 R d e P in N. L o ne Red Feather Lakes Po ud r iver eR N. Fk F . udre Ri v Po B ¬ « 14 12 0 0.5 1 Masonville Miles ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MAIN — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 25 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MIDDLE — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 & 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 26 2024 COLORADO FISHING ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ KAUFMAN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ LAKE LOVELAND — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. �WATERS Rd d ero rn N. Fk. Ca d Sa ch g Rd G Rd 38 A ek os A Poage Lake US Forest Service boundary a k Alberta A Park Res. W. San Francisco Lk. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. d n Fr C d 112 £ ¤ 285 Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C West Fk. San Francisco Cr. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sa ¬ « d Be 33.0 R an cisc o Cre ek ve r a Gr n Pi r ee d Cre Goose C reek FR 52 3 d T La Garita d £ ¤ k To Saguache o ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. To Pagosa Springs 160 F S. Beaver Creek Res. k ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Big Meadows Res. Gra n d e South Fork e ver Cr e ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Ri E E Ri o d ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. nde io .R C ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. d Roaring Fork and unnamed tributaries Rio Grande Canal diversion structure Colo 149 bridge Pa s s ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. eek arg D d Miles Carner o C r eek Cr eek d 16 A Emb A e ek r. 12 La Gari ta Cr d k ree sC rC 8 eC r. ac h Sa d er a Cle 4 A Prong Cr. B Rive r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released Gold Medal Water - Rio Grande River from Colo 149 bridge to Rio Grande canal diversion structure A . D Cr ut ro 2 Miners Cr. Creede River Regulations 0 . d in . Lower boundary of River Hill Campground d . Carner Fk A re ek A d M Fk d d N. 18 R D Rio ua S. d S. F k Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de B . Cr d 149 Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Continental Res. r. d To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ach gu B 41 G Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek ¹ ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �I C d A C o lo ra d o US 6 bridge in New Castle 2 Rive Roaring Fork River C 6 e ll C Cr k ree eC E d F A d A r. E F Glenwood Springs H A 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence B d Miles H M itch am e d d H A C E 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C To Delta E ¬ « Fo 133 Glenwood Springs rk Lost E Rive Trail Cr. B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C r v er B E 0 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir G 3 82 River E D 5 Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d R oc D F Ruedi Reservoir B ky Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan r 15 ¹ 20 To Independence Pass Fry ing pan Gold Medal Water - Roaring Fork River from the confluence with the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 G - Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches H - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation I - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Snowmass To Vail Dotsero mass Cree k 4 A North side of I-70 bridge Upper boundary of Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery oN § ¦ ¨ 70 ile Creek 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence H d C River Inset Map Silt r C Elk d C I-70 Exit 90 bridge Col o orad Harvey Gap Reservoir For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map Ri River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr. 0 B Rifle For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction 13 ¬ « Canyon Cr eek To Meeker 325 ¬ « d d r ee k Cr ee k Gri zz ly d Rifle Gap Reservoir R iver (Please see inset map) r. so n C Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Rifle Gap Reservoir - 3 walleye limit, minimum 15 inches; Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches per day; 20 yellow perch limit d d d Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers S no w T hre emil rk d d d k r ee d dd ee k Cry s t al d Nic k el ol C p it Ca N d Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d rm Fou ri n d g k or Fou r m ile C d ari n Ro d d d 2024 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d a Ro Fo d r WATERS e Riv ve Ri d d d �WATERS ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for tiger trout is 1 fish, 18 inches long. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Bag, possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINNESOTA CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trot-lines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER & JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS South Platte River in South Park Lake Regulations £ ¤ F o rk 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir ¬ « 9 a Ch E 24 Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ 4 8 Miles ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 30 2024 COLORADO FISHING e st ak d To Buena Vista 2 G e nn e ¹ 0 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South l C d d d Pl a ve r Ri 24 d C A d ut h 12 To Canon City ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d e dl So Mid River B d 9 A d d ¬ « Garo River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. shelters only B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. ice fishing shelters only D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31 Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset Conveyance Channel) to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water - Middle Fork from Colo 9 downstream Gold Medal Water to confluence, South Platte from South and Middle Forks to Spinney Mountain Res. inlet and South Platte from Spinney Mountain Res. outlet to Eleven Mile Res. inlet To Fairplay Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. �WATERS Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed; Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA RD.) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Phillipsburg 285 3 Rd 5 Rd So No rt h 96 Rd att e Ri Foxton 85 To Castle Rock ve ve Ri r Strontia Springs Dam r To Castle Rock ¬ « 67 Rd 67 R d 12 6 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion South Platte Fo tte d 97 R d ut h River Regulations 67 R So rC r Oxyoke e e k B Deckers ee k A d Cheesman Res. rs e Ho Cr d am Wigwam Club (Private) º 67 ile Cre ek ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Cr . Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Gold Medal Water - South Platte River from Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property and from the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. ¬ « Fou rm ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Creek W ig w B Suga Scraggy View Picnic Ground Cree k Pl a 40 Rd Pi ne barrel Cr. B ea r Nighthawk d Gu n d ▶ POINTS CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. £ ¤ d Pl Rd 126 Rd ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. Strontia Springs Res. 83 Rd McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Spring Gulch Pond C ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. d Glenelk 12 6 7 Rd Kassler Rd To Bailey Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd £ ¤ To Denver Rd Conifer ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA —EL PASO, TELLER Permits required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website at coloradosprings.gov/parks and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. 124 97 FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. To Denver To Denver ut h ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: rk ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in Webster Pond. To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. continued on page 32 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ PRIEST GULCH — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 & 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PRYOR CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 32 2024 COLORADO FISHING ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Bag, possession, min. size for crappie is 10 fish, 10 inches long. 5. Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. 6. Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 7. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5, and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 8. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 9. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE & SOUTH FORKS — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH & SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Recreation as posted. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 3, 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. 3. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. G ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY & SANDPIPER) — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. �WATERS White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations To Craig Rd r. d Fork A B Ri ve d d d Fla 13 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Rd d v Ri D C C 15 5 r ve Ri d er B Buford So ut h d r B d d Cr er Be av Bi g 8R Lake Avery h Nor t d 13 Rd lC d 15 R 7 Rd C C ¬ « A Sn el d 6 Rd d d 4 Rd d D Cr. d C White 8 Rd d Meeker White C hn 64 F awn ¬ « Meeker Pasture SWA C r. 8R d Ha Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A eek st Cr. Lo 13 d d bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie ¬ « d 7R 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of and crappie the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, limit on brook trout largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B To Rifle 0 2 4 White 8 12 16 20 Miles ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK & TRIBUTARIES — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH McFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROARING FORK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GOOSE CREEK, INCLUDING UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAMS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROBINSON CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches h d Was d ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2024 COLORADO FISHING d 7 Rd d 5R k r ee an ce C Pice To Rifle ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH & SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE & WEST FORKS) & WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SCHAEFFER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CR 12C: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d d ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. reek Fla g C ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. r ve Ri ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 13 d ▶ ROUGH CANYON — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 5R 139 ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. d Meeker A d ¬ « ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE — DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. B Colo 13 bridge B To Loma 34 9R d 1R d ke eek hi llo Ye R 24 Cr e ek 10 d Rd glas 7.5 Miles 122 R X 24 Do u 5 te Rio Blanco Lake d 2.5 B Taylor Draw Dam C 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White C B Cr 21 R River B Kenney Reservoir Str a o ro y err 64 Rd wb ¬ « A H d T 65 Cr ee k 40 R 61 £ ¤ To Craig a sh w Dinosaur Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie 134 Rd U River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations �WATERS ▶ SECOND CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST & WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DONATE when you purchase your fishing license, or scan the QR Code: ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLATE CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK & WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G cpw.info/donate ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. continued on page 37 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Non-native fish regulation B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation G - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released H - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 I - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Steamboat Lake - Gold Medal Water Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ow Cr. il l Steamboat Lake S eek d Cr hea Riv er Elk ee k Cree k Cr d tion tif ic a M d 40 Craig Yam ¬ « 394 pa ¬ « £ ¤ 40 F A 13 Creek da So River Hayden F F E James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) Burgess Cr. d Colo 394 Bridge Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek d £ ¤ Porcupine Lake a Elkhead Res. For To Dinosaur Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « s Fo D rk ¬ « 317 C d d er G d 36 2024 COLORADO FISHING d d d k Miles 15 ee Cr Yampa 20 Stillwater Res. R ar Yamcolo Res. iv im 10 on ris Crosho Res. or M Sheriff Reservoir Ch 5 Sar v is C reek River Cr. 4 d A Be 3 40 d or k To Walden/ Kremmling £ ¤ Stagecoach Res. A ek a mp Ya se Poo r ¹ d Oak Creek re Lake Catamount B Phippsburg ia ill d W o iams F Vaughn Res. G 2 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam ree k o rk Tr ou tC East F os k Will ap Sou th For Mo r G ms F k 1 ¬ « 131 Cr eek 0 W alton C dd Willia m To 13 Meeker Middle Fork Elk River i ve r lk R rk E Lit. C Pearl Lake . Fo Elk Le s I dd 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. ott o n 13 dd wo od Cr. k ree ¬ « H Elk River ork ter C To Baggs, WY N. F River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ne yC ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW SQUARE TOP LAKES (UPPER & LOWER)— CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW TENMILE CREEK —SUMMIT FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF WEST TENMILE CREEK NEAR COPPER MOUNTAIN DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. All brown trout over 14 inches in length must be returned to water immediately. 2. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, WEST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST & MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR DAM TO ALMONT G FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. Cutthroat over 11 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 4. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 5. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 7. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY, MONTROSE, DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1– Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. 38 2024 COLORADO FISHING FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE LASALLE RD. BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ VALCO PONDS 4–7 — PUEBLO 1. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 1. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15– Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW photo by Mike DelliVeneri GO ICE FISHING! ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jackson Reservoir, Morgan Co. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ■ Steamboat Lake, Routt Co. ■ Stagecoach Reservoir, Routt Co. ■ Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.info/ice-fishing-safety ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. �WATERS ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WANEKA LAKE (LAFAYETTE)— BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youth 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILDCAT CREEK — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. NEW Artificial flies and lures only. 2. NEW All trout must be returned to water immediately. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ WOLF CREEK, SOUTH FORK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting toward the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides Purchase your 2024–2025 fishing license: cpw.info/buy-apply IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides BASS YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail OTHER SPORTFISH TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri More species identification information: cpw.info/fish-identification PIKE COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION �removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it it upright in the water. Move the fish forward in a circular motion so that water runs through the gills, or hold the fish facing upstream in slow moving water. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail How to safely remove hooks: Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tail GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouth and body GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be greengray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BLUEHEAD SUCKER Blue to gray head; olive to gray back with lighter belly; pebble-patterned scales near tail FLANNELMOUTH SUCKER Yellow to bronze backs with lighter-colored belly; large fleshy lips and large sickleshaped dorsal fin ROUNDTAIL CHUB Silver to olive with fine scales; adult males often with red to orange pigment on cheeks, fins, belly HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See pages 8 and 10 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us ONLINE BROCHURE NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. The online brochure is the most up-to-date version and contains any corrections: cpw.info/fishing-brochure. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.info/regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a friend fishing. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. CONTEST STARTS IN APRIL! CPW.INFO/TAKE-A-FRIEND HOME TO THE WORLD’S LARGEST ELK POPULATION Through careful wildlife management funded by license fees from regulated hunting and fishing, Colorado is home to the largest elk population in the world. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. SUPPORTING SCIENCE IN THE WILD 42 C OWIL DL IFEC OUNCIL.ORG TO DONATE: co.accessgov.com/ogt/Forms/Page/ogt/payments/ � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/103d4ecd84af03c3665809c57a83ba5b.pdf 22a2423563b1af577191611e4c031c3f PDF Text Text WHAT'S NEW C O L O R A D O P A R K S & LICENSES W I L D L I F E 2023 Colorado Fishing SEASON: MARCH 1, 2023–MARCH 31, 2024 cpw.state.co.us �ANGLER PHOTOS Matthew Robinson and his first ever pike. 38” and 13 lbs.! © Matthew Robinson ▶ Greg Burney caught this 38 “ and 22 lb. pike at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. © Greg Burney ▶ Zach L. and his tremendous trout from the Blue River. © Zach L. ▶ Nash L. with a beast of a carp! © Nash L. ▶ ▶ A group of youngsters learn to fish at a CPW fishing clinic. © CPW photo by Wayne D. Lewis Walleye caught by Ryan Bame. © Ryan Bame ▶ �▶ Matt Smiley poses with the state record brook trout he caught Oct. 8, 2022. The fish measured 26.25” with a girth of 16”. © Matt Smiley ▶ Zach Langer with his catch from the Blue River. © Zach Langer ▶ Tiger muskie caught by Jory Keever. © Jory Keever ▶ Mike Randash and his white crappie pulled in from Cherry Creek Reservoir. © Mike Randash ▶ A youngster learns to fish at a CPW fishing clinic. © CPW photo by Wayne D. Lewis ▶ Landon Jackson caught this 6 lb. 24” cutbow his first time ice fishing at Antero Reservoir. © Jackson family �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS VIDEOS COLORADO’S KOKANEE SALMON SPAWN SUMMER FISHING TIPS FRIED TROUT AND ‘BANG BANG SAUCE’ FISHING FUNDS CONSERVATION © CPW photo by Tony Gurzick �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2023................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ What you need to buy a fishing license; license requirements......................1 ■ Residency requirements; Habitat Stamps; anglers with disabilities..............2 ■ Help improve your fisheries............................................................................2 GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Wild Trout; stream surveys.................3 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................4 ■ Fishing terms glossary...................................................................................5 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................5 ■ State Records by Weight program & award table; Measure Your Catch...........6 ■ State Records by Length program & award table...........................................7 ■ Master Angler program and award lengths....................................................7 FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River..........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin..................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages....................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: North Fork Gunnison Basin — Hotchkiss to McClure Pass..................20 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa...................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage..............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin......................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers...............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker...............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line...........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig..................................................36 FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.info/fishing-brochure COVER: Spring ice fishing for rainbow trout at Antero Reservoir in Park County. © CPW photo by Michael DelliVeneri #LiveLifeOutside LET'S BE SOCIAL @CoParksWildlife 2023 COLORADO FISHING 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR Heather Disney Dugan, CPW Acting Director COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of July 2022 Carrie Besnette Hauser, Chair Dallas May, Vice-Chair Marie Haskett, Secretary Taishya Adams Karen Michelle Bailey Betsy Blecha Gabriel Otero Duke Phillips IV Richard Reading James Jay Tutchton Eden Vardy Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Heather Disney Dugan, CPW Acting Director REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR Mark Koenig COVER PHOTO © CPW photo by Michael DelliVeneri PRINTED February 2023 by Publication Printers, Denver: 247,500 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW) receives federal financial assistance from multiple bureaus within the U.S. Department of the Interior. Under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability or age. In addition, CPW adheres to all antidiscrimination laws of the state of Colorado. For more information on how to request an accommodation or to file a grievance, please visit cpw.info/accessibility. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.info/regulations CPW ADMINISTRATIVE, REGIONAL & AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-297-1192 (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) REGISTRATION OFFICE Boat, Snowmobile, Off-Highway Vehicle 13787 US Hwy. 85 N Littleton, 80125 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See CPW’s website for a complete list of our park locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept some licenses for refunds. BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Pueblo Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2023 LICENSES ANNUAL LICENSES VALID MARCH 1–MARCH 31 THE NEXT YEAR (13 MONTHS) ▶ BAG AND POSSESSION LIMIT MODIFIED AT RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR: Bag, WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE ▶ VALLECITO CREEK REGULATIONS UPDATED: Fishing is allowed on Vallecito 1 PROPER IDENTIFICATION and PROOF of residency (for CO residents). 2 HABITAT STAMP: A 2023 or lifetime Habitat Stamp is required prior possession and minimum size for walleye is 3, 15 inches long and only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. See page 32. Creek from the southern boundary of the Weminuche Wilderness downstream to the standing water line of Vallecito Reservoir. The regulation prohibiting fishing from La Plata CR 501 Bridge downstream to Vallecito Reservoir to protect kokanee salmon has been removed. See page 38. ▶ GOLD MEDAL WATER ADDITIONS: The Taylor River from Taylor Park Res- ervoir to Almont (see pages 3 and 37). The Gunnison River from Almont to U.S. 50 (twin bridges) (see pages 3 and 24). ▶ NEW RECORDS BY WEIGHT AND LENGTH: Look for the NEW tag on pages 6 and 7 for the newest records by weight and length, and see cpw.info/ fishing-records for how to properly weigh and measure your fish. ▶ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! There are actions you can take and available resources to consult BEFORE you head out on your next adventure that will help make your fishing experience the best it can be. CPW encourages you to disinfect your fishing gear (page 4), know the statewide and special regulations for the water you plan to visit (starting on page 8), and be aware of the local fishing conditions such as water level/stream flow and water temperature (page 5). You may also contact the local CPW Area Office for more information: cpw.info/contact-us LICENSE INFORMATION SEASON DATES: Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS: Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp from June 3–4, 2023. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS & ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)..................................................$11.50 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp...........................................................................$345.36 to buying a license for anyone ages 18–64. One will be automatically added to your purchase, if applicable. (See page 2.) NOTE: A Social Security number is required for persons 12 and older to purchase a license or stamp. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry a physical fish- ing license (or My CPW app accessible license) to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans on their person, except where prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $10.95. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents age 65 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $10.95 or an annual senior combo small game/fishing license for $33.54, both of which include the 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents age 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, handline or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trot-lines or jugs. c. Youth under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP AMOUNT ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40. An annual license is required to take or possess LICENSES FEE ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and federal law require a Social required for motorboats and sailboats ■ RESIDENTS: Annual...............................................................................$25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS: Annual.......................................................................$50.00 ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–64)...........................................................................$39.71 Senior annual (65+)..............................................................................$10.95 Youth ages 16–17 (second-rod stamp charge still applies; see below)..............$10.95 Small game & fishing combo.................................................................$56.97 Senior small game & fishing combo (65+)............................................$33.54 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual...................................................................................................$111.03 Five-day................................................................................................$36.26 ■ RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS Second-rod stamp.................................................................................$12.10 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and to any youth under 16. One-day fishing*: residents...................................................................$15.55 One-day fishing*: nonresidents............................................................$19.01 Additional-day fishing*.........................................................................$7.50 *Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. bait fish, amphibians, or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Licensees must provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. For application, restrictions, and annual reporting requirements, visit: cpw.info/purchase-special-license Security number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to ​Child Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES 1 RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS ▶ The physical residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. Visit cpw.info/proof-of-residency. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an address other than in Colorado. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: You must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months immediately prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have your primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last 6 months. b. Proof: Current and valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ ID is not 6 months old, you must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in "Additional Residency Proofs" below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL TIME IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least 6 months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: You must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado. Military member's spouse and/or dependents share the same residency status. Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as your home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident. Military member's spouse and/or dependents share the same residency status. b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 6. YOUTH Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS If you otherwise meet residency requirements but your Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than 6 months ago, or you have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on your record, you must provide at least two additional proofs of residency showing 6 consecutive months of Colorado residency immediately prior to buying or applying for a license. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. 2 2023 COLORADO FISHING 2 HABITAT STAMPS Habitat Stamps are $11.50 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid March 1–March 31 (13 months). ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is available for $345.36. ▶ Anyone who is approved in the Columbine, First Responder, Veteran and/or Big Game Mobility Impaired programs is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.info/accessibility ▶ Learn more online: cpw.info/habitat-stamp ANGLERS WITH DISABILITIES CPW offers several programs for hunters and anglers with disabilities. Go to cpw.info/accessibility for more information on each program and how to apply. These programs require advance legal paperwork submissions: Please apply AT LEAST 30 DAYS prior to when you wish to use the permit or license. Due to volume, applications cannot be expedited. RESIDENT COLUMBINE FISHING LIFETIME PROGRAM Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled can apply for a free lifetime fishing license. RESIDENT FIRST RESPONDER LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE Colorado resident first responders who have proof of a permanent occupational disability can qualify for the First Responder program to obtain a free lifetime fishing or combo small game/fishing license. RESIDENT DISABLED VETERAN LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE Military veterans who have a service-connected disability (with an overall combined rating of 60% or more by the Dept. of Veteran's Affairs) and are residents of Colorado can obtain a free lifetime fishing or combo small game/ fishing license. HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY. ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger-sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW, and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to catch and keep these fish. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Kenney Reservoir: northern pike ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass; walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the West Slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. See pages 11–39 of this brochure. �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-sized (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water. G WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and nonnative wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries, as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems, and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations, the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.info/gold-medal-policy The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing! GOLD MEDAL STREAMS ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: ▶ From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the U.S. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ▶ From the U.S. 24 river overpass downstream to the lower boundary of Hayden Ranch, as posted. ▶ From the stockyard bridge (Chaffee CR 102) below Salida downstream 7.5 miles to the confluence with Badger Creek. ■ BLUE RIVER: ▶ From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge. ▶ From Green Mountain Reservoir dam to the Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: ▶ From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek. ▶ From Canyon Creek (Grand Co.) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: ▶ NEW From Almont to the U.S. 50 bridge. ▶ From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From the south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From the Colo. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to the Rio Grande Canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the Middle and South Forks to the Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From the Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to the Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of the Wigwam Club property to the Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle Fork, from the Colo. 9 bridge to the South Fork confluence. ■ NEW TAYLOR RIVER: From Taylor Park Reservoir dam to Almont. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson Co. ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park Co. ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt Co. © CPW photo by Jerry Neal STREAM SURVEYS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically moni© CPW photo by Josh Nehring tor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.info/fishery-management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.info/fishery-data 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly-growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES ALERTS: cpw.info/ans-alerts ANS STAMP: Required for motorboats and sailboats To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw. info/buy-apply, or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.info/buy-apply, or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these © CPW invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic from entering our state by following the nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud, and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 73 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.info/invasive-species MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.info/boating-registration 4 2023 COLORADO FISHING There are 73 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.info/boat-inspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that the tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla Co. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.info/rusty-crayfish �GENERAL FISHING TERMS GLOSSARY ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented materials (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward) and scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trot-line, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish (except unregulated species and prohibited non- game, endangered and threatened species), which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to, brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids); splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS are floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which includes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9, and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, handline or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROT-LINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. PRESERVE. CONSERVE. ENJOY. LEAVE NO TRACE! The LEAVE NO TRACE PRINCIPLES are the best way to minimize your impact while fishing: ▶ PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE: Know the local regulations where you'll fish, obey size and quantity limits, prepare for weather and emergencies. ▶ TRAVEL AND CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES: Good campsites are found, not made. Use existing sites whenever possible. ▶ DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY: Pack out all trash including food scraps and toilet paper. Check with local land managers for regulations on disposal of fish entrails. Avoid using lead sinkers and jigs. ▶ LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND: When practicing catch and release, use barbless hooks. Do not fight a fish to exhaustion, use a rod and line of sufficient strength and avoid suspending fish out of water by the fishing line. Take care not to introduce nonnative species to water sources and surrounding areas. ▶ MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS: Use an established fire ring or fire pan, and don’t put trash or food in the fire pit. ▶ RESPECT WILDLIFE: Humanely dispatch catches you are keeping with a quick blow to the back of the head with a rock or other solid object. Refrigerate or eat fish quickly to avoid wasting them. Never feed wild animals; store your camp food and trash securely. ▶ BE CONSIDERATE TO OTHER VISITORS: Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience. Let nature’s sounds prevail. Leave No Trace respects the tradition of fishing on public lands, expects fishers to abide by state fishing laws, and encourages all fishers to put these skills and ethics into action on every fish. This copyrighted information was reprinted under partnership with the Leave No Trace Organization. For more information, visit: LNT.org ONLINE RESOURCES ▶ FISHING CONDITIONS: cpw.info/fishing-conditions ▶ 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.info/fishing-report-sign-up ■ cpw.info/fish-stocking-report ▶ BOAT REGISTRATION: cpw.info/boating-registration ▶ 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.info/maps ▶ FISHING MAPS Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online: cpw.info/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.info/fishing 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT SPECIES LENGTH ANGLER 7-7.6 26.8 26-15.0 11-6.0 1-1.3 6-11.0 4-7.9 29-5.0 4-7.0 35-5.0 57-13.0 5-1.0 29-2.112 43-10.1 30-9.6 3-7.8 4-3.8 3-1.0 17-3.0 1-10.0 5-2.0 30-11.0 1-14.0 2-9.6 11-0.0 6-13.0 7-5.0 3-6.7 10-14.0 18-15.0 5-6.7 2-9.5 1-5.0 1-5.0 1-8.5 37.5 22.5 10.5 21.5 17.75 39 18 38.75 47 23 38.625 40.5 38.75 17.5 17 35.25 31 17.25 18.75 46.5 13.25 13.75 28.5 27.5 27 21.5 28.5 32 23.5 12.75 11.5 11.25 10.75 Pete McDonnell Kevin Treanor Jarrett Edwards Timothy Fisk Raymond Ong Michael Hardin Harvey Shade Pedro Martinez Adam Wickam Brian Husmann Uldene Kuretich Randy Stillwell Jessica Walton Michael Flock Fesstus Stalder Daryel Thompson Juergen Kernal Faye Lancamp Derik Drinnen Richard Sals Tim Bone Dana Wilfong Justin Allbrandt Helen Eaton Will Arduino Lee Cox Jeff Riddle Rocklyn Beise Robin Perkins Jay Grupp Gregory Wallace Joshua Robinson Justin Evans Jeff Robinson 1-7.0 12.75 Parker Erker 5-6.9 40-2.0 20 53 Craig Curtis Jason Potter Waterdog Lake, Hinsdale 8-8.9 26.25 Matt Smiley Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison Antero Res., Park Kelly Lake, Jackson Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison Twin Lakes, Lake Morrow Point Res., Gunnison Blue River, Summit Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison Standley Lake, Jefferson 30-8.0 18-8.0 3-12.0 50-5.6 16-0.0 19-9.6 17-2.6 8-3.7 18-12.6 36 28.5 22.5 44.25 n/a 34 33 27.5 34 Alan Schneider Frank Stack Donald O’Leary Donald Walker George Hranchak Lee Cox Rob Peckham Anthony Janssen Scott Regan YEAR LOCATION & CO. NEW Dillon Res., Summit 2023 bass, hybrid striped (wiper) 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo bass, largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta bass, rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso bass, smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe bass, spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo bass, striped 2017 Arkansas River, Bent bass, white 1963 Blue Lake, Bent & Kiowa carp, common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld carp, grass 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson catfish, black bullhead 1993 Farm Pond, Delta catfish, blue 2019 Pueblo Res., Pueblo catfish, channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe catfish, flathead 2017 Pueblo Res., Pueblo crappie, black 2017 Frank State Wildlife Area crappie, white 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams eel, American 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson freshwater drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson mountain whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle northern pike 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt perch, Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld perch, yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer salmon, chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand salmon, kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park salmon, kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta sucker, white 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe sunfish, bluegill 2019 Totten Res., Montezuma 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer sunfish, green & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld sunfish, hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer Arctic char sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger walleye 6 2023 COLORADO FISHING NEW Stalker Lake, Yuma 2022 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe NEW 2022 1988 2007 1979 2007 1964 2003 2005 2017 1997 STATE RECORDS PROGRAMS WEIGHT (lbs.-ozs.) (inches) CPW recognizes licensed anglers who catch exceptionally large fish through three separate programs: Records by Weight, Records by Length (release only) and Master Angler. Learn more at: cpw.info/fishing-records STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT State Records by Weight is Colorado's original and oldest fishing recognition program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories (see table at left). If an angler catches a large fish that they believe may have broken the weight record in its species, there are a series of steps that must be taken to have the fish certified as a new state record: ■ Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 16. ■ The catch must be made in Colorado in compliance with all state fishing rules and regulations. ■ The fish in question must be weighed on a statecertified scale (pounds and ounces). State-certified scales are available at the four CPW regional offices: NE, NW, SE, SW. ■ The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined, identified and the application signed by a CPW employee before an application is submitted. The employee will fill out and return the application form, picture of fish on scale showing weight, weight receipt of fish when possible and picture of fish on a lengthmeasuring device to the Assistant Chief of Hatcheries in Denver. ■ Verified state record applicants will receive a lapel pin. ■ Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. ■ See records and more information on qualifying: cpw.info/fish-weight-records MEASURE YOUR CATCH Fish must be hooked, played and landed on sport tackle by the entrant. (Snagged fish are not eligible.) Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible for entry and must be submitted within 60 days of catch, and all state fishing regulations must be followed. See the State Records by Length table and more information on the program on the next page. ▶ To accurately measure a fish for a length record: ■ You MUST place the fish directly on the measuring device (ruler, tape measure, etc.). As pictured below, the measuring device shall be behind or under the fish and not following the curvature of the fish. ■ You MUST align the fish at a clearly-marked area of the measuring device. In the image below, the 1-inch mark is used to clearly and accurately indicate the starting point for measurement. ■ You MUST place fish on its side with the jaw closed. ■ You MUST squeeze the tail fin together to obtain the maximum overall length. ■ You MUST measure a straight line from the tip of the snout to the extreme tip of the tail fin. �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH QUALI- RECORD FYING LENGTH LENGTH (inches) ANGLER (inches) Arctic char no verified record bass, hybrid striped (wiper) no verified record NEW 2022 Jayhawker Pond #1, Larimer bass, largemouth bass, rock no verified record NEW 2022 Black Rock Lake, Arapahoe bass, smallmouth bass, spotted no verified record bass, striped no verified record bass, white no verified record Chatfield Res., Douglas NEW 2022 carp, common & Jefferson NEW 2022 Pomona Lake #2, Jefferson carp, grass James M. Robb Colo. River State NEW 2022 catfish, black bullhead Park (Colo. River Section), Mesa catfish, brown bullhead no verified record catfish, blue no verified record NEW 2021 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo catfish, channel catfish, flathead no verified record crappie, black no verified record NEW 2022 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo crappie, white freshwater drum no verified record NEW 2022 Pearl Lake, Routt grayling 18 25 18 10 17 18 28 17 21.5 Benjamin Nira 20 Howard Huntington 30 34 Adrian Hurrell 30 35 Daniel J. Leonardo II 14 14.19 Marc Melnick 14 30 30 30 14 14 20 15 39.5 Colten Smith MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM 14.25 Mike Anderson 15.75 Brianna Bowen mountain whitefish NEW 2022 Yampa River, Moffat 15 16.5 Will Firestone northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sucker, longnose sunfish, bluegill sunfish, green NEW 2021 Banner Lake #5, Weld 36 12 12 28 20 16 26 20 22 18 10 10 38.5 Howard Huntington sunfish, hybrid sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger NEW 2021 Juniata Reservoir, Mesa 10 8 12 18 40 16 22 22 16 32 20 24 20 18 10.88 Tristan Francis no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record NEW 2021 Antero Reservoir, Park no verified record NEW 2022 Blue River, Grand no verified record no verified record no verified record NEW 2022 Blue River, Grand no verified record NEW 2022 S. Platte River, Jefferson walleye NEW 2022 Trinidad Res., Las Animas 26 30 no verified record NEW 2022 Trinidad Res., Las Animas no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record NEW 2022 Private farm pond, Mesa State Records by Length recognizes the longest fish of a particular species that is caught and released by an angler, anywhere throughout Colorado. Records are by length (inches) for this program, and the angler will fill out and return an application form. Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program (see below). The Master Angler program did not have enough length verification requirements to verify the size of the fish before it was released. Because of this, the validity of some catches was brought into question. Since Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program has been a stand-alone program where specific steps must be followed for record submission and acceptance. Unlike the Records by Weight program, these fish MUST BE RELEASED in order to qualify. Only submissions showing properly measured fish will be accepted. See "Measure Your Catch" on the previous page of this brochure. Find more information on qualifying lengths and the submission process online: cpw.info/fish-length-records 13.63 Jose Mares Jr. The Master Angler Program was designed to recognize anglers for success in their sport, as well as to promote the conservation of fishery resources and quality fishing by encouraging the careful release of trophy-sized popular sport species. Master Angler awards are based on fish length rather than weight; this allows anglers to measure fish and return them to the water alive if they choose to do so. There are 46 categories of species recognized in this program, and there can be more than one Master Angler award given in each category every year. See award lengths table below. Anglers who catch a qualifying-length fish will get a Master Angler certificate and patch; only one patch per angler, per year. For more information on the program, including application rules, and to see the Heritage Master Angler Lengths table online, go to: cpw.info/master-angler AWARD LENGTHS FOR MASTER ANGLER: 10.25 Andrew Potter 17 Kyle Schelhaas 25 Zach Langer 29.75 Zach Langer 20.25 Kolton Paulson Scott Parton SPECIES LENGTH (inches) Arctic char...............................18 bass, hybrid striped (wiper)....25 bass, largemouth....................18 bass, rock................................10 bass, smallmouth...................17 bass, spotted...........................18 bass, striped............................28 bass, white..............................17 carp, common.........................30 carp, grass...............................30 catfish, black bullhead............14 catfish, brown bullhead..........14 catfish, blue............................30 catfish, channel......................30 catfish, flathead......................30 crappie, black..........................14 crappie, white.........................14 freshwater drum.....................20 grayling..................................15 mountain whitefish................15 northern pike..........................36 perch, Sacramento..................12 perch, yellow..........................12 SPECIES LENGTH (inches) salmon, Chinook.....................28 salmon, kokanee (angling).....20 sauger.....................................16 saugeye..................................26 splake.....................................20 sucker, white...........................22 sucker, longnose.....................18 sunfish, bluegill......................10 sunfish, green.........................10 sunfish, hybrid........................10 sunfish, redear........................12 tench.......................................18 tiger muskie............................40 trout, brook.............................16 trout, brown...........................22 trout, cutbow..........................22 trout, golden...........................16 trout, lake...............................32 trout, native cutthroat............20 trout, rainbow.........................24 trout, Snake River cutthroat....20 trout, tiger..............................18 walleye...................................26 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to go onto private land to fish without permission, including touching any part of private land by person or watercraft. Private land is not required to be posted or fenced. Trespassers may be suspended for up to 5 years. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY-ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROT-LINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trot-line. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set, or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trot-lines shall be personally checked at least once in every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in "Special Regulations: Fishing Waters," pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have an arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NET See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or, if authorized, for emergency salvage. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing, explosives. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw.info/regulations 8 2023 COLORADO FISHING b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. The following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. See "h. Crustaceans" on next page. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made �FISHING LAWS ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer Co. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or nonnative aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. Only the following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting-color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. TAGGING FISH AND RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING AND EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines or trot-lines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily maximum water temperature exceeds 71 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 50 percent or less of the daily average flow. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration and/or stress may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below 6 parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly-acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given, and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. Are you catching our emails? If not, you're missing out on fishing conditions, tips, news and upcoming events, as well as regulation updates! © CPW photo by Michael DelliVeneri 4 EASY STEPS TO ADD YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS: 1. Go to: cpw.state.co.us 2. Click "Things To Do" 3. Click "Fishing Report" 4. Click "Sign Up" The CPW Call Center can also assist you: 303-297-1192 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions," page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See "Special Regulations: Fishing Waters," pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS & NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.info/park-finder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: nps.gov/romo/ planyourvisit/fishing.htm Fishing is available at more than 270 national wildlife refuges, 29 national fish hatcheries and many other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service lands and waters. Certain refuges may have individual restrictions. Plan your trip by researching specific refuges online: fws.gov/fishing DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately, do count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS & WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH (except kokanee) in aggregate* 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 on Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* west of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 on Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH west of Continental Divide east of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, BULLHEAD west of Continental Divide in aggregate* unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited 20 20 east of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long 2023 COLORADO FISHING unlimited unlimited 10 statewide, in aggregate* SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN 10 DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON, MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH SEE "SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS" SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. 50 50 * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS G GOLD MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 3 for details. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.info/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, MANNER OF TAKE, FISH­ING HOURS, ETC. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS CO. FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS & MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA NOTE: Access to the frozen surface of the lake is prohibited. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER & LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW & MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ ANTHRACITE CREEK, NORTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HELL CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT & SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS NEAR LEAD VILLE DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. G WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER, AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BASIN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS confluence Windsor Lake Ten C r. C r. ¬ « st 91 Ea A 24 Turquoise Res. Ea an s rk as R i ve r st sk Bu d ¬ « Leadville o L ak e F Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest ssee ne £ ¤ C d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek d South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Arkans as US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B Riv er ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2023 COLORADO FISHING To Minturn d rk ▶ BERTHOUD RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession limit for crappie and redear sunfish is 10 fish in aggregate, min. of 10 inches long. 2. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 12 To Copper Mtn. Fo rk Fo A ▶BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ BEAVER DAMS CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS AND UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAM DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - Arkansas River from confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale ne ssee ke Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Ten d Timberline Lake La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released r. ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations ee k ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Cr ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations r. ar C Cle Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. C To Salida ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS d River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - Blue River from Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Green Mountain Reservoir d e d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA C A Blue Ca tar ac t ek d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet e k Sl Creek ate Cr e C North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d F rey G le C d Tenm i Copper Mtn. d Breckenridge C ver French Gu A rk Fo N. A C d River ¬ « dSpr uce Cr. Blue Clinton A Reservoir ¬ « d 91 ¹ 0 Swan Ri lch d le Cr. d ver Ri C d mi 6 Snak e dd 24 £ ¤ A Dillon Keystone Reservoir Coyne Valley Rd. bridge d Te n £ ¤ A d d C orral Cr. d Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. u lc h d B Vail 70 A d To Glenwood Springs d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map . W FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 9 d G ¬ « d FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. B d FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. r. d eC er u ld Bo FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Granby For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map River ru c Sp A ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. G 40 B ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. 9 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOEDECKER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. To Leadville To Fairplay ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 13 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 & CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH & SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 14 2023 COLORADO FISHING ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. All walleye exceeding 21 inches must be returned to water immediately. 2. Daily bag limit for walleye is 3 fish less than 21 inches long. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from Dec. 1–Feb. 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–Aug. 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHAIR CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR & CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. Fishing at Barr Lake State Park. © CPW photo by Verdon Tomajko TAKE KIDS FISHING! ■ Barr Lake State Park, Adams Co. ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Weld Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.info/take-kids-fishing 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Lake Regulations d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C Co do er Riv a lor C State Bridge Gold Medal Water - Gore Creek from confluence with Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River d Pi ¬ « ne yR i ve r d ea d A d 70 Ab Gypsum ms ra Cr. Red Sands tone d B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Edwards Cr. C d d d C Eagle B Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d § ¦ ¨ o rad C dd Brus h C r. To Grand Junction lo Co River Wolcott B C E. Meadow Cr. A d Eagle Dotsero M I-70 Exit 147 Bridge d Gypsum Ponds SWA A d C d ow Cr. Riv er 131 Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youth in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLIFF CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PRONG CLIFF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. r. ss C B . W A To Leadville d Miles £ ¤ 24 Cr o d 20 Cr d d 15 os s d d To Dillon r 10 B e Riv gle Sylvan E. A B Lake A Hat C ru sh W r. Cr . E Br us h Cr . d 5 Cr . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. d m . 82 d G ¹ 0 ¬ « yp su For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs Confluence of East and South Forks ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK AND FROM CANYON CREEK (GRAND CO.) TO ROCK CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF THE HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. continued on page 17 15 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released - 2 trout limit - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Meadow Creek Reservoir - Bag, possession and min. size limit for tiger trout is 1, 18 inches long. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. A B C D E F G ¬ « le C r. o d Tenm i d Va squ ez S . Fo d d ma n 10 Miles 16 2023 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 Denver Water Board diversions To Silverthorne To Silverthorne 40 d Steel d 5 r. £ ¤ d d 4 k. C B d rk A A r. 3 gF Denver Water Board diversion btail C Bo Cr . B d R 30 Cre Lit. Vas quez C r. ek re is C ou tL S ain 2 d d ek Fork N. A Cr e ek d ver 2 USFS 125 bridge d r ve i rk R Fo d d Co rr d Ri nch Ra ee Cr ms d dy 1 A rin Ro a rd Cr. Cr. Hu m i l t o n Ha A C Fraser d d Co lo r 40 A d A Cr. r £ ¤ a ll i Wi d Big Hole Creek r. o ah ap Ar e k 3R For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map C s A d Granby ud eM G in C r. Lake E Granby Monarch Lake Meadow Cr. Res. . w Cr do C Fra US 40 bridge Li ttl eC dd 22 Rd ek D er Tw d d re ey C D D 3 Rd er iv 0 A d ¹ To Silverthorne k A C d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge Bl u e R ree nC h or Three Licks Creek She ep For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin F Willow Creek Res. nn Rd ol d H 33 d d I ¬ « d D d A Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 r ee k Ki 1R Williams Fork Reservoir Rd Radium k 2 Rd I I Shadow Mtn. Res. C k o ad 1 r ee Grand Lake d w llo r ee 134 Kremmling 34 Wi Trou bles om e C d ¬ « C al d d d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d dy A Me a Carter Cree k 125 d u d d d M d £ ¤ d Lit. ree n G C r. A To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Colorado River Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie § ¦ ¨ 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of nonnative trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. CPW recommends anglers disinfect waders and other fishing gear between uses (see page 4) to limit the spread of aquatic nuisance species and their potential to negatively impact cutthroat trout. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO PAONIA RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d Bea v k ree Tra i lC Ja r d V k on E sco nd ido Can g re e k Cr. Spectacle Lake R i to Colorado 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake d s d d ree k Cr ee k Di xie M E X I C O d d N E W k A re e eC A ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B e ek ¬ « er Cr Cumbres de C ree k 17 A D B si lf C A Ca sca W O k B Tr Trujillo Meadows Reservoir r ee d no Lo D Bear Cr Pi pC hee A Osier d os S Cre ek Gr ouse d oD eL 18 Na t Menkhaven Resort n nyo Ca g n iver Ri 1 FR iv C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek sR ejo on ham a Fo x k C d ree d d r yon To La Jara 40 La Jar a C Ca n k d d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros Hot C ree FR 259 k h o 2023 COLORADO FISHING re e Ruybalid Lake Red Lake A a 18 e Cre k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 aC g h Cr. Victoria Lake ee k 2 os ou Alverjones Lake A 1 To La Jara No Name Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 0 River l ¹ A 25 South Fork confluence El k C chu t C re River Laguna Venado Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. FR e Cr. erd am Lost Lake C nejo s 50 Cr . A Empedrado Lake .R N. F k Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Fk 2 FR J C i Ro u Wes tF So k ree Green Lake A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th C T A ng Creek Blue Lake a C r. ek Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake ke La er J im Ha Twin Lakes To Alamosa er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr Ri v r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet S ad iv er Rock Lake osa oC A Tobacco Lake Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR Ca t C r e ek Al A A la m si d or Big Lake d eek A a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r A L C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch d Co n A A S. F k . t Cree k d Rito G d r. ld C at Go Mix Lake ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 r. eC G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir dd ve d d i tR K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 r B C 5 76 Rd Gold Medal Water - Taylor River from Taylor Park Reservoir dam downstream to Almont and Gunnison River from Almont to US-50 bridge R 209 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit Top of Taylor dam 81 3 k d US50 bridge Cree k d Tom ich i R 763 ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 114 149 Cr ee £ ¤ 50 Co c het opa Creek ¬ « ich i k Be k Cree er av K d Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 25 R d 225 yards downstream of dam To m ¬ « To Salida ! Sou th Blue Mesa dam d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n 76 Rd F Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd e ek ee d v er Ri k iso nn u G d Cr Almont ree d Cr d West Elk eek So a Cr A ek eek Steube n r ver C C B ea re D F eC l op A A nt e A East A k o pe nt e l West A r ee t st 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA 74 74 2 o k We v er C E as E Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU re e West Bea p Rd i v er or R 2 Rd D Hatchery outlet A Be aver C l Tay d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d d Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H d 4R B B d 1 KK h eek 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e op a Cr Cr C oc het k 27 Rd lla Cree sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River d ison Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks dd Cr. d aver rk G un n Be A Cebo L ak e Fo Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary av A C r. Rd d dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 er 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Morrow Point Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 Miles 15 20 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ZA R D DIV IDE North Fork Gunnison Basin - Hotchkiss to McClure Pass d dy Cr. A 26 Stevens Gulch Rd. yC d d A d d A ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH & EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18– 22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 20 2023 COLORADO FISHING d d h d d 92 To Crawford ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK — DOLORES FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK, SOUTH FORK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Co Schaefer Creek A Cliff Creek d A Cliff Creek, South Prong Robinson Creek d eek ¬ « To Crested Butte d A Cr 20 12 Rd. Gunnison CR 12C d al 15 ! 10 Miles G Minnesota Creek, South Fork Anthracite Cr., Middle Anthracite Creek A d 92 For North Fork Gunnison River below Hotchkiss and Lower Gunnison basin regulations see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 5 rt A d 0 No d Snowshoe Creek Minnesota Creek Minnesota Creek, East Fork Hotchkiss ¬ « ! C d ¹ To Delta Paonia Res. dam d ¬ « B A r ee k pC A Hell Cr. Coal C r ee k Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin 133 Paonia Reservoir Boundary fence below stilling basin rk Fo Paonia Terror Creek Anthracite Creek, North Fork d B Rive r Gunn is o n Anthracite Cr. confluence Stevens Gulch Rd. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Unnamed tributary A West Fork Terror Creek t De e A Muddy Creek, East d d d A A Chair Creek , Wes d d Cunningham Creek A Terror Creek, East Fork Terror Cr. Res. d Overland Ditch . d Hubbard Creek, Middle Fork re e k Rd 133 d Overland Ditch 5 Mu dd Hubbard Creek, Main ¬ « eek Le eC 265 Rd. r d Cr . To Carbondale ! Buzzard Divide FS 265 A A d ! *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Li ttl eM ud dy d To Mesa County and Lower Colorado River basin C - Fishing prohibited as posted Second Creek Twin Creek, North Twin Creek, South Rock Creek A ! B - *Non-native fish regulation Clear Fk. A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Basin Creek A o f Mu River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d BU Z Kaufman Creek ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF McPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM McPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM McPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ¬ « ¬ « Fruit Growers Reservoir ¬ « North Fork Gunnison River Hotchkiss Smith Fork Gunnison River ¬ « H dd ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d d Blue Mesa dam D C Morrow Point Res. Cimarron River Cimmaron Rd. For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map G I C I Nate Creek 858 Rd. 8 Rd. 10 Rd. Ridgway A Silverjack Reservoir 860 Rd. 8 Rd. D Cow Creek To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY STATE FISHING UNIT BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. ! d Ouray CR 23 bridge ! To Placerville dd Crystal Reservoir 550 Ridgway dam 62 Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam C Cerro Summit Reservoir £ ¤ Ridgway Reservoir ¬ « dd d Beaver Dams Creek C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam Morrow Point dam 50 d dd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Muddy Creek ¬ « £ ¤ USFS boundary Pryor Creek d 92 d ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. er ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. H d Gould Reservoir iv e r Montrose Dry Creek, East Fork 20 Miles nR Doug Creek A d ek Dr y Cre I Riv 15 Crawford Res. 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam Colo 90 bridge A Second Creek d e 10 B 50 dd d 5 Olathe Lasalle Rd. bridge A F Top of Crawford dam Gu nn iso £ ¤ Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: 0 North boundary fence H Gold Medal Water - Gunnison River from 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie A Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) d Sweitzer Lake Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam E d R iv e r Delta d 50 d £ ¤ ison d Gun n 92 d H - *Non-native fish regulation I - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation ! pahgr co m Un D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 133 To Grand Junction d H d C - Fishing prohibited as posted For North Fork Gunnison River basin Paonia regulations 187 above Hotchkiss see North Fork Gunnison Basin Map 65 d A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Cedaredge ¹ ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. ▶ ELK CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM TO THE U.S. 6 BRIDGE IN NEW CASTLE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and from Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 We st Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 To Gateway Gu nn Grand Junction B § ¦ ¨ ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso 15 D 70 Riv Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 ¬ « C B A ¬ « Mesa k Griffith Res. on C k ut e B ach ar 65 ¬ « Island Lake Vega Res. To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 d A C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge . Cr 325 ¬ « Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran A E. F k. P A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A a r T rado Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 70 § ¦ ¨ ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ve r Ri hu te Parachute Co 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ De Beque k Mack Highline Res. C r ee H Mack Mesa Res. h East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. R oan A 139 ¬ « lt C r eek Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. ac T d U To Rangely d d River Regulations P ar Ea s t Sa Cr. kW as d d ek re M ac d o Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 3 walleye limit, minimum 15 inches; Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches per day; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2023 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC l u B e re er �WATERS ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG & LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ESCALANTE CREEK, NORTH FORK — MESA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH & SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 & NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 MILES: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE NEW FROM ALMONT TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE. MAP: PAGE 19. G G FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM TO THE NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. 24 2023 COLORADO FISHING GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 20 & 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW photo by Jason Duetsch CATCH CRAPPIE! ■ Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent & Kiowa Cos. ■ Turk's Pond, Baca Co. ■ John Martin Reservoir, Bent Co. ■ North Sterling Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Prewitt Reservoir, Logan & Washington Cos. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan & Sedgwick Cos. ■ Crawford State Park, Delta Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.info/fishing-hot-spots ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. �WATERS Upper Poudre River Drainage Lake Regulations Sh e Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A B C D E ep Cr . r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A N. F k . P ou dre R ive r B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Fishing prohibited - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 Halligan Reservoir d d d Divide Creek confluence 80C Rd To Wyoming River Regulations To Laramie d Eaton Reservoir d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 Bull Creek confluence N. N. Red Feather Lakes Pin 1 03 A d llo w ck H o E. B u Po Rist Ca n yon Rd 52E Rd N. P ou er Riv dre S. F Upper boundary of Gateway Park B C r. Cr . on g Milton Seaman Reservoir d k. 44H R ck no n Pe Dr 14 Fort Collins Laporte Long Draw Reservoir 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. 0 1 2 3 6 Miles ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 9 ¹ ud Po re R i v. d B d aw ¬ « Watson Lake d Rocky Mountain NP boundary Zimmerman Lake L re d d d d Ted's Place To d d d Ri ve r d To Walden Rd . r. ri g ht C r. u d E Poudre Park S.Fk r. pC eW 63 d ep C 14 Rd he A he A e Ma y Cr. B Pingree Park Rd./bridge re R ive r P o ud ¬ « River d Fk k. S W. F .S C Jo d West boundary of Hombre Ranch la A B Fk . d d d Ri ve r Cr. ir ie P ra ve Sto Rd 27 Cr . Rustic d d Big Bend campground upper boundary Rd d A Po u dre River B p Shee re C £ ¤ Milton Seaman Reservoir 69 G Kinikinik h Po E a th e r La k 74E Rd e s R d 287 ms u lc dr e Livermore See inset map d Colo 14 bridge e C r. lia Po u d Joe Wright Reservoir e P in Red Fe Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) A D Chambers Lake Lon Parvin Lake d Rd Wil D 162 ne Lo . e Cr dr Cr. Rd A one Pin e Dowdy Lake d D eadm an R d 162 R d Roaring Creek and all tributaries N. L Po u iver eR Fk F k. re Ri ve r ou d .P B ¬ « 14 12 0 0.5 1 Masonville Miles ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 25 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MAIN — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MIDDLE — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. 26 2023 COLORADO FISHING ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 & 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR — BENT 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ KAUFMAN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. �WATERS Rd d ero rn N. Fk. Ca d Sa ch g La Garita Rd G Rd 38 A ek os A Poage Lake US Forest Service boundary a k Alberta A Park Res. W. San Francisco Lk. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. C d d 33.0 R £ ¤ 285 Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C West Fk. San Francisco Cr. ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. Sa 112 d Be n Fr n Pi r ee d ¬ « d £ ¤ k Beaver Creek Res. k To Pagosa Springs 160 F S. io .R Gra n d e an cisc o Cre ek ve r a Gr Ri E Cre Goose C reek FR 52 3 d T Big Meadows Res. To Saguache o nde Rio Grande Canal diversion structure South Fork e ver Cr e ▶ LAKE LOVELAND — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. eek arg Roaring Fork and unnamed tributaries E Ri o d ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. d C IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Colo 149 bridge Pa s s 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. D d Miles Carner o C r eek Cr eek d 16 A Emb A e ek r. 12 La Gari ta Cr d k ree sC rC 8 eC r. ac h Sa d er a Cle 4 A Prong Cr. B Rive r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released Gold Medal Water - Rio Grande River from Colo 149 bridge to Rio Grande canal diversion structure A . D Cr ut ro 2 Miners Cr. Creede River Regulations 0 . d in . Lower boundary of River Hill Campground d . Carner Fk A re ek A d M Fk d d N. 18 R D Rio ua S. d S. F k Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de B . Cr d 149 Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Continental Res. r. d To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ach gu B 41 G Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek ¹ FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �I C d A C o lo ra d o US 6 bridge in New Castle 2 Rive Roaring Fork River C 6 e ll C Cr k ree eC E d F A d A r. E F Glenwood Springs H A 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence B d Miles H M itch am e d d H A C E 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C To Delta E ¬ « Fo 133 Glenwood Springs rk Lost E Rive Trail Cr. B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C r v er B E 0 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir G 3 82 River E D 5 Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d R oc D F Ruedi Reservoir B ky Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan r 15 ¹ 20 To Independence Pass Fry ing pan Gold Medal Water - Roaring Fork River from the confluence with the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 G - Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches H - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation I - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Snowmass To Vail Dotsero mass Cree k 4 A North side of I-70 bridge Upper boundary of Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery oN § ¦ ¨ 70 ile Creek 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence H d C River Inset Map Silt r C Elk d C I-70 Exit 90 bridge Col o orad Harvey Gap Reservoir For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map Ri River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr. 0 B Rifle For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction 13 ¬ « Canyon Cr eek To Meeker 325 ¬ « d d r ee k Cr ee k Gri zz ly d Rifle Gap Reservoir R iver (Please see inset map) r. so n C Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Rifle Gap Reservoir - 3 walleye limit, minimum 15 inches; Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches per day; 20 yellow perch limit d d d Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers S no w T hre emil rk d d d k r ee d dd ee k Cry s t al d Nic k el ol C p it Ca N d Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d rm Fou ri n d g k or Fou r m ile C d ari n Ro d d d 2023 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d a Ro Fo d r WATERS e Riv ve Ri d d d �WATERS ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Bag, possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for tiger trout is 1 fish, 18 inches long. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINNESOTA CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trot-lines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS South Platte River in South Park Lake Regulations £ ¤ F o rk 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir ¬ « 9 a Ch E 24 e nn ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ To Buena Vista 2 4 8 12 To Canon City Miles ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER & JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 30 2023 COLORADO FISHING e st d 0 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South l C d d d Pl a ve r Ri 24 d C A d ut h ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d e dl So Mid River B d 9 A d d ¬ « Garo River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. shelters only B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. ice fishing shelters only D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31 Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset Conveyance Channel) to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water - Middle Fork from Colo 9 downstream Gold Medal Water to confluence, South Platte from South and Middle Forks to Spinney Mountain Res. inlet and South Platte from Spinney Mountain Res. outlet to Eleven Mile Res. inlet To Fairplay Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS 285 3 Rd 5 Rd So No rt h 96 Rd att e Ri Foxton 85 To Castle Rock ve ve Ri r Strontia Springs Dam r To Castle Rock ¬ « 67 Rd 67 R d 12 6 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion South Platte Fo tte d 97 R d River Regulations 67 R ut h rC r Oxyoke e e k B Deckers ee k A d Cheesman Res. rs e Ho Cr d am Wigwam Club (Private) Creek W ig w B Suga Scraggy View Picnic Ground Cree k Pl a 40 Rd Pi ne barrel Cr. B ea r Nighthawk d Gu n Cr . Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Gold Medal Water - South Platte River from Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property and from the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. º ¬ « 67 Fou rm ile Cre ek ▶ PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA —EL PASO, TELLER Permits required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website at coloradosprings.gov/parks and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. £ ¤ d Pl Rd d ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Strontia Springs Res. 83 Rd 126 Rd ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Spring Gulch Pond C ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. d Rd Glenelk 12 6 7 Rd Kassler 97 To Bailey Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd £ ¤ To Denver Rd Phillipsburg ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in Webster Pond. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA RD.) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 124 Conifer ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. To Denver To Denver So ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed; Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately ut h IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: rk ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POINTS CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 & 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ PRYOR CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Bag, possession, min. size for crappie is 10 fish, 10 inches long. 5. Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. 6. Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 7. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5, and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 8. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 9. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE & SOUTH FORKS — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH & SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Recreation as posted. ▶ PRIEST GULCH — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. 32 2023 COLORADO FISHING ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is NEW 3, 15 inches long. 2. NEW Only 1 walleye longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. 3. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. �WATERS White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations To Craig Rd r. d Fork A B Ri ve d v Ri 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement 13 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Rd r ve Ri Fla d d D C C 15 5 d d er B Buford So ut h d r B d d Cr er Be av Bi g 8R Lake Avery h Nor t d 13 Rd A C C ¬ « lC d 15 R 7 Rd 6 Rd Sn el d 4 Rd d D d d d C White 8 Rd d Meeker White C Cr. 64 hn ¬ « F awn Meeker Pasture SWA C r. 8R d Ha Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A eek st Cr. Lo 13 d d bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie ¬ « d 7R 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of and crappie the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, limit on brook trout largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B 0 To Rifle 2 4 White 8 12 16 20 Miles G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY & SANDPIPER) — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK & TRIBUTARIES — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH McFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROARING FORK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GOOSE CREEK, INCLUDING UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAMS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROBINSON CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 34 2023 COLORADO FISHING d 7 Rd d 5R k r ee an ce C Pice 139 To Rifle ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH & SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. d d ▶ ROUGH CANYON — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 13 reek Fla g C ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE — DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. r ve Ri ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « d ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Meeker A 5R ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d d ¬ « ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. B Colo 13 bridge B To Loma ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. 9R d 1R d ke eek hi llo Ye R 24 Cr e ek 10 d Rd glas 7.5 Miles 122 R X 24 Do u 5 te Rio Blanco Lake d 2.5 B Taylor Draw Dam C 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White C B Cr 21 R River B Kenney Reservoir Str a o ro y err 64 Rd wb ¬ « A H d T 65 Cr ee k 40 R 61 £ ¤ To Craig a sh w Dinosaur Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE & WEST FORKS) & WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �WATERS ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SCHAEFFER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CR 12C: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST & WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SECOND CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SLATE CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK & WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. DONATE ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TO COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE! Direct donations, volunteering and more: cpw.info/donate ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. continued on page 37 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Non-native fish regulation B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation G - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released H - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 I - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Steamboat Lake - Gold Medal Water Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ow Cr. il l Steamboat Lake S eek d Cr hea Riv er Elk ee k Cree k Cr d tion tif ic a M d 40 Craig Yam ¬ « 394 pa ¬ « £ ¤ 40 F A 13 Creek da So River Hayden F F E James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) Burgess Cr. d Colo 394 Bridge Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek d £ ¤ Porcupine Lake a Elkhead Res. For To Dinosaur Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « s Fo D rk ¬ « 317 C d d er G d 36 2023 COLORADO FISHING d d d k Miles 15 ee Cr Yampa 20 Stillwater Res. R ar Yamcolo Res. iv im 10 on ris Crosho Res. or M Sheriff Reservoir Ch 5 Sar v is C reek River Cr. 4 d A Be 3 40 d or k To Walden/ Kremmling £ ¤ Stagecoach Res. A ek a mp Ya se Poo r ¹ d Oak Creek re Lake Catamount B Phippsburg ia ill d W o iams F Vaughn Res. G 2 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam ree k o rk Tr ou tC East F os k Will ap Sou th For Mo r G ms F k 1 ¬ « 131 Cr eek 0 W alton C dd Willia m To 13 Meeker Middle Fork Elk River i ve r lk R rk E Lit. C Pearl Lake . Fo Elk Le s I dd 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. ott o n 13 dd wo od Cr. k ree ¬ « H Elk River ork ter C To Baggs, WY N. F River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ne yC ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 NEW FROM TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR DAM TO ALMONT G FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, WEST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST & MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. Cutthroat over 11 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 4. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 5. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 7. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 38 2023 COLORADO FISHING ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY, MONTROSE, DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1– Dec. 31. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE LASALLE RD. BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ VALCO PONDS 4–7 — PUEBLO 1. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 1. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE NEW STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15– Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Ice fishing at Vallecito Reservoir. © CPW photo by Catherine Brons GO ICE FISHING! ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ■ Steamboat Lake, Routt Co. ■ Stagecoach Reservoir, Routt Co. ■ Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.info/ice-fishing-safety ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WACKER PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �WATERS ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WANEKA LAKE (LAFAYETTE)— BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILDCAT CREEK — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youth 15 or younger. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLF CREEK, SOUTH FORK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting toward the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH BASS All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri More species identification information: cpw.info/fish-identification PIKE Purchase your 2023–2024 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us, click "Buy and Apply" IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION �removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it it upright in the water. Move the fish forward in a circular motion so that water runs through the gills, or hold the fish facing upstream in slow moving water. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail How to safely remove hooks: Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tail GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouth and body GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be greengray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BLUEHEAD SUCKER Blue to gray head; olive to gray back with lighter belly; pebble-patterned scales near tail FLANNELMOUTH SUCKER Yellow to bronze backs with lighter-colored belly; large fleshy lips and large sickleshaped dorsal fin ROUNDTAIL CHUB Silver to olive with fine scales; adult males often with red to orange pigment on cheeks, fins, belly HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See pages 8 and 10 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us ONLINE BROCHURE NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. The online brochure is the most up-to-date version and contains any corrections: cpw.info/fishing-brochure. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.info/regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a friend fishing. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES CONTEST STARTS IN APRIL! CPW.INFO/TAKE-A-FRIEND WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. 42 TO DONATE: co.accessgov.com/ogt/Forms/Page/ogt/payments/ � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/bf9e2cd1201f73a7092082b0d6921e3b.pdf 607a4aa92c84ac7f381039f71edbd120 PDF Text Text WHAT'S NEW C O L O R A D O P A R K S & LICENSES W I L D L I F E 2022 Colorado Fishing SEASON: MARCH 1, 2022–MARCH 31, 2023 cpw.state.co.us �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2022................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ What you need to buy a fishing license; license requirements......................1 ■ Residency requirements; Habitat Stamps; anglers with disabilities..............2 ■ Help improve your fisheries............................................................................2 GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR Dan Prenzlow COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of July 2021 ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Wild Trout; stream surveys.................3 ■ State Records by Weight program & award table; Measure Your Catch...........4 ■ State Records by Length program & NEW award table...............................5 ■ Master Angler program and award lengths....................................................5 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................6 ■ Fishing terms glossary...................................................................................7 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................7 Carrie Besnette Hauser, Chair Charles Garcia, Vice-Chair Luke B. Schafer, Secretary Taishya Adams Betsy Blecha Marie Haskett Dallas May FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 Chelsea Harlan ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River..........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin..................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages....................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: North Fork Gunnison Basin — Hotchkiss to McClure Pass..................20 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa...................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage..............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin......................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers...............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker...............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line...........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig..................................................36 FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/fishing/brochure 125TH ANNIVERSARY COVER: Vintage painting of a brook trout done for the May/June 1963 issue of Colorado Outdoors magazine. © Ned Smith for CPW Follow us on social media to see how we're celebrating CPW's 125th Anniversary! REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR COVER PHOTO © Ned Smith for CPW, 1963 PRINTED February 2022 by Publication Printers, Denver: 275,000 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW) receives federal financial assistance from multiple bureaus within the U.S. Department of the Interior. Under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability or age. In addition, CPW adheres to all antidiscrimination laws of the state of Colorado. For more information on how to request an accommodation or to file a grievance, please visit cpw.state.co.us/accessibility. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.state.co.us/regulations CPW REGIONAL AND AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-297-1192 (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) ONLY THE OFFICES BELOW can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept some licenses for refunds. BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Pueblo Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 2022 COLORADO FISHING Duke Phillips, IV Eden Vardy Jay Tutchton Karen Michelle Bailey Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Dan Prenzlow, CPW Director �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2022 ANNUAL LICENSES VALID MARCH 1–MARCH 31 THE NEXT YEAR (13 MONTHS) ▶ FISHING NOW ALLOWED ON SOUTH PRONG OF HAYDEN CREEK: The regulation prohibiting fishing on this property has been removed. See pages 8–10 for statewide fishing laws. ▶ WAKARA LEASE REMOVED FROM THE WHITE RIVER IN RIO BLANCO CO.: Regulations for the White River in Rio Blanco Co. no longer apply to the Wakara lease. See page 39. ▶ NEW RECORDS BY LENGTH AWARD CHART: Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program. Since Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program has been a stand-alone program with more thorough verification requirements. See page 5 for the Records by Length award chart, and see page 4 and cpw.info/fish-length-records for how to properly measure your fish. ▶ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Whether you're new to fishing or experienced at this favorite pastime, there are actions you can take and available resources to consult BEFORE you head out on your next adventure that will help make your fishing experience the best it can be. CPW encourages you to disinfect your fishing gear (page 6), know the statewide and special regulations for the water you plan to visit (starting on page 8), and be aware of the local fishing conditions such as water level/stream flow and water temperature (page 7). You may also contact the local CPW Area Office for more information: cpw.info/contact-us LICENSE INFORMATION SEASON DATES: Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS: Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp from June 4–5, 2022. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS & ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)..................................................$10.59 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp...........................................................................$318.08 AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP AMOUNT required for motorboats and sailboats ■ RESIDENTS: Annual...............................................................................$25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS: Annual.......................................................................$50.00 LICENSES LICENSES FEE ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–64)...........................................................................$36.71 Senior annual (65+)..............................................................................$10.23 Youth ages 16–17 (second-rod stamp charge still applies; see below)..............$10.23 Small game & fishing combo.................................................................$52.60 Senior small game & fishing combo (65+)............................................$31.03 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual...................................................................................................$102.40 Five-day................................................................................................$33.53 ■ RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS Second-rod stamp.................................................................................$11.28 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and to any youth under 16. One-day fishing*: residents...................................................................$14.46 One-day fishing*: nonresidents............................................................$17.64 Additional-day fishing*.........................................................................$7.05 *Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1 PROPER IDENTIFICATION and PROOF of residency (for CO residents). 2 HABITAT STAMP: A 2022 or lifetime Habitat Stamp is required prior to buying a license for anyone ages 18–64. One will be automatically added to your purchase, if applicable. (See page 2.) NOTE: A Social Security number is required for new customers age 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp), per federal law. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $10.23. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents age 65 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $10.23 or an annual senior combo small game/fishing license for $31.03, both of which include the 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents age 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trot-lines or jugs. c. Youth under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40. An annual license is required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Licensees must provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. For application and annual reporting requirements, visit: cpwshop.com/purchase-special-license.page ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and federal law require a Social Security number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to ​Child Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES 1 RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS ▶ The physical residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. Visit cpw.state.co.us/proofofresidency. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an address other than in Colorado. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: You must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months immediately prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have your primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last 6 months. b. Proof: Current and valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ ID is not 6 months old, you must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in "Additional Residency Proofs" below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least 6 months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: You must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado (including your spouse/dependents). Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as your home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident (including your spouse/dependents). b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 6. YOUTH Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS If you otherwise meet residency requirements but your Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than 6 months ago, or you have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on your record, you must provide at least two additional proofs of residency showing 6 consecutive months of Colorado residency immediately prior to buying or applying for a license. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. 2 2022 COLORADO FISHING 2 HABITAT STAMPS Habitat Stamps are $10.59 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid March 1–March 31 (13 months). ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is available for $318.08. ▶ Anyone who is approved in the Columbine, Blue Spruce, Independence and/or Big Game Mobility programs is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.state.co.us/accessibility ▶ Learn more online: cpw.state.co.us/habitatstamp ANGLERS WITH DISABILITIES CPW offers several programs for hunters and anglers with disabilities. Go to cpw. state.co.us/accessibility for more information on each program and how to apply. These programs require advance legal paperwork submissions: Please apply AT LEAST 30 DAYS prior to when you wish to use the permit or license. Due to volume, applications cannot be expedited. RESIDENT FISHING LIFETIME PROGRAM Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled can apply for a free lifetime fishing license. RESIDENT FIRST RESPONDER LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE Colorado resident first responders who have proof of a permanent occupational disability can qualify for the First Responder program to obtain a lifetime combo small game/fishing license. RESIDENT DISABLED VETERAN LIFETIME COMBO LICENSE Military veterans who have a service-connected disability (with an overall combined rating of 60% or more by the Dept. of Veteran's Affairs) and are residents of Colorado can obtain a lifetime combo small game/fishing license. HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW, and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to "catch and keep" these fish. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Kenney Reservoir: northern pike ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass; walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. See pages 11–39 of this brochure. �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-sized (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water. G WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and nonnative wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations, the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.state.co.us/fish/goldmedalpolicy The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing! GOLD MEDAL STREAMS ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: ▶ From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the U.S. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ▶ From the U.S. 24 river overpass downstream to the lower boundary of the Hayden Ranch, as posted. ▶ From the stockyard bridge (Chaffee CR 102) below Salida downstream 7.5 miles to the confluence with Badger Creek. © CPW photo by Josh Nehring ■ BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek, and from Canyon Creek (Grand Co.) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From U.S. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle fork, from the U.S. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson Co. ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park Co. ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt Co. STREAM SURVEYS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically moni© CPW photo by Josh Nehring tor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.state.co.us/fish/management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.state.co.us/fish/fisherydata 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. arctic char bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white eel, American freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) salmon, kokanee (snagging) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sunfish, bluegill 2017 Dillon Res., Summit 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 2017 Arkansas River, Bent 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 1993 Farm Pond, Delta 2019 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2017 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 2017 Frank State Wildlife Area 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 1976 Island Lake, Delta 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2019 Totten Res., Montezuma 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 2007 Antero Res., Park 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 2005 Blue River, Summit 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson sunfish, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger walleye 4 2022 COLORADO FISHING STATE RECORDS PROGRAMS WEIGHT LENGTH ANGLER 4-2.4 26-15.0 11-6.0 1-1.3 6-11.0 4-7.9 29-5.0 4-7.0 35-5.0 57-13.0 5-1.0 29-2.112 43-10.1 30-9.6 3-7.8 4-3.8 3-1.0 17-3.0 1-10.0 5-2.0 30-11.0 1-14.0 2-9.6 11-0.0 6-13.0 7-5.0 3-6.7 10-14.0 18-15.0 5-6.7 2-9.5 1-5.0 1-5.0 1-8.5 0-15.2 5-6.9 40-2.0 7-10.0 30-8.0 18-8.0 3-12.0 50-5.6 16-0.0 19-9.6 17-2.6 8-3.7 18-12.6 23.5 37.5 22.5 10.5 21.5 17.75 39 18 38.75 47 23 38.625 40.5 38.75 17.5 17 35.25 31 17.25 18.75 46.5 13.25 13.75 28.5 27.5 27 21.5 28.5 32 23.5 12.75 11.5 11.25 10.75 10.5 20 53 n/a 36 28.5 22.5 44.25 n/a 34 33 27.5 34 Lindsay Regali Kevin Treanor Jarrett Edwards Timothy Fisk Raymond Ong Michael Hardin Harvey Shade Pedro Martinez Adam Wickam Brian Husmann Uldene Kuretich Randy Stillwell Jessica Walton Michael Flock Fesstus Stalder Daryel Thompson Juergen Kernal Faye Lancamp Derik Drinnen Richard Sals Tim Bone Dana Wilfong Justin Allbrandt Helen Eaton Will Arduino Lee Cox Jeff Riddle Rocklyn Beise Robin Perkins Jay Grupp Gregory Wallace Joshua Robinson Justin Evans Jeff Robinson Craig McNitt Craig Curtis Jason Potter George Knorr Alan Schneider Frank Stack Donald O’Leary Donald Walker George Hranchak Lee Cox Rob Peckham Anthony Janssen Scott Regan (lbs.-ozs.) (inches) CPW recognizes licensed anglers who catch exceptionally large fish through three separate programs: Records by Weight, Records by Length (release only) and Master Angler. Learn more at: cpw. state.co.us/fish/records STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT State Records by Weight is Colorado's original and oldest fishing recognition program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories (see table at left). If an angler catches a large fish that they believe may have broken the weight record in its species, there are a series of steps that must be taken to have the fish certified as a new state record: ■ Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 18. ■ The catch must be made in Colorado in compliance with all state fishing rules and regulations. ■ The fish in question must be weighed on a statecertified scale (pounds and ounces). State-certified scales are available at the four CPW regional offices: NE, NW, SE, SW. ■ The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined, identified and the application signed by a CPW employee before an application is submitted. The employee will fill out and return the application form, picture of fish on scale showing weight, weight receipt of fish when possible and picture of fish on a lengthmeasuring device to the Assistant Chief of Hatcheries in Denver. ■ Verified state record applicants will receive a lapel pin. ■ Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. ■ See records and more information on qualifying: cpw.info/fish-weight-records MEASURE YOUR CATCH Fish must be hooked, played and landed on sport tackle by the entrant. (Snagged fish are not eligible.) Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible for entry and must be submitted within 60 days of catch, and all state fishing regulations must be followed. See the State Records by Length table and more information on the program on the next page. ▶ To accurately measure a fish for a length record: ■ You MUST place the fish directly on the measuring device (ruler, tape measure, etc.). As pictured below, the measuring device shall be behind or under the fish and not following the curvature of the fish. ■ You MUST align the fish at a clearly marked area of the measuring device. In the image below, the 1-inch mark is used to clearly and accurately indicate the starting point for measurement. ■ You MUST place fish on its side with the jaw closed. ■ You MUST squeeze the tail fin together to obtain the maximum overall length. ■ You MUST measure a straight line from the tip of the snout to the extreme tip of the tail fin. �GENERAL NEW STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH SPECIES arctic char bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, brown bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sucker, longnose sunfish, bluegill sunfish, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger walleye YEAR 2021 2021 LOCATION & CO. no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record no verified record Lake John, Jackson no verified record no verified record Chatfield Reservoir, Jefferson STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH QUALIFYING RECORD LENGTH LENGTH (inches) 18 25 18 10 17 18 28 17 30 30 14 14 30 30 30 14 14 20 15 15 36 12 12 28 20 16 26 20 22 18 10 10 10 8 12 18 40 16 22 22 16 32 20 24 20 18 26 (inches) ANGLER State Records by Length recognizes the longest fish of a particular species that is caught and released by an angler, anywhere throughout Colorado. Records are by length (inches) for this program, and the angler will fill out and return an application form. Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program (see below). The Master Angler program did not have enough length verification requirements to verify the size of the fish before it was released. Because of this, the validity of some catches was brought into question. Since Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program has been a stand-alone program where specific steps must be followed for record submission and acceptance. Unlike the Records by Weight program, these fish MUST BE RELEASED in order to qualify. Only submissions showing properly measured fish will be accepted. See "Measure Your Catch" on the previous page of this brochure. Find more information on qualifying lengths and the submission process online: cpw.info/fish-length-records MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Master Angler Program was designed to recognize anglers for success in their sport, as well as to promote the conservation of fishery resources and quality fishing by encouraging the careful release of trophy-sized popular sport species. Master Angler awards are based on fish length rather than weight; this allows anglers to measure fish and return them to the water alive if they choose to do so. There are 46 categories of species recognized in this program, and there can be more than one Master Angler award given in each category every year. See award lengths table below. Anglers who catch a qualifying-length fish will get a Master Angler certificate and patch: only one patch per angler per year. For more information on the program, including application rules, and to see the Heritage Master Angler Lengths table online, go to: cpw.state.co.us/fish/masterangler AWARD LENGTHS FOR MASTER ANGLER: SPECIES 26 Sergio A. Yebra 27 Tyler Stoehr LENGTH (inches) arctic char...............................18 bass, hybrid striped (wiper)....25 bass, largemouth....................18 bass, rock................................10 bass, smallmouth...................17 bass, spotted...........................18 bass, striped............................28 bass, white..............................17 carp, common.........................30 carp, grass...............................30 catfish, black bullhead............14 catfish, brown bullhead..........14 catfish, blue............................30 catfish, channel......................30 catfish, flathead......................30 crappie, black..........................14 crappie, white.........................14 freshwater drum.....................20 grayling..................................15 mountain whitefish................15 northern pike..........................36 perch, Sacramento..................12 perch, yellow..........................12 SPECIES LENGTH (inches) salmon, Chinook.....................28 salmon, kokanee (angling).....20 sauger.....................................16 saugeye..................................26 splake.....................................20 sucker, white...........................22 sucker, longnose.....................18 sunfish, bluegill......................10 sunfish, green.........................10 sunfish, hybrid........................10 sunfish, redear........................12 tench.......................................18 tiger muskie............................40 trout, brook.............................16 trout, brown...........................22 trout, cutbow..........................22 trout, golden...........................16 trout, lake...............................32 trout, native cutthroat............20 trout, rainbow.........................24 trout, Snake River cutthroat....20 trout, tiger..............................18 walleye...................................26 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. ANS STAMP: required for motorboats and sailboats To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must now have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw. state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these © CPW invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. from entering our state by following the guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 73 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/invasive-species MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.state.co.us/boatingregistration 6 2022 COLORADO FISHING There are 73 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/fish/boatinspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla Co. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.state.co.us/rustycrayfish �GENERAL FISHING TERMS GLOSSARY FYI! ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented materials (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. CPW will be shutting down the CPW Fishing app in April 2022. We thank everyone who supported us by downloading the app! Please sign up for our Fishing eNews and Fishing Report to stay informed: cpw.info/fish-news ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trot-line, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which includes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9, and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROT-LINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. 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 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to go onto private land to fish without permission, including touching any part of private land by person or watercraft. Private land is not required to be posted or fenced. Trespassers may be suspended for up to 5 years. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROT-LINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trot-line. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trot-lines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in "Special Regulations: Fishing Waters," pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NET See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS See "Use and Collection of Bait Fish," below and next page. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw.state.co.us/regulations 8 2022 COLORADO FISHING b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. The following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. See "h. Crustaceans" on next page. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear and pumpkin-seed sunfish; gizzard shad, longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made �FISHING LAWS ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer Co. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other Co. is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. Only the following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. TAGGING FISH & RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines or trot-lines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperature exceeds 71 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 50 percent or less of the daily average flow. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration and/or stress may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below 6 parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. Are you catching our emails? If not, you're missing out on fishing conditions, tips, news and upcoming events, as well as regulation updates! © Mike DelliVeneri, CPW 4 EASY STEPS TO ADD YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS: 1. Go to: cpw.state.co.us 2. Click "Things To Do" 3. Click "Fishing Report" 4. Click "Sign Up" The CPW Call Center can also assist you: 303-297-1192 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions," page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See "Special Regulations: Fishing Waters," pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS & NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ parkfinder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: nps.gov/romo/ planyourvisit/fishing.htm Fishing is available at more than 270 national wildlife refuges, 29 national fish hatcheries and many other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service lands and waters. Certain refuges may have individual restrictions. Plan your trip by researching specific refuges online: fws.gov/fishing DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately, count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH (except kokanee) in aggregate* 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEARSUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, BULLHEAD West of Continental Divide in aggregate* unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long 2022 COLORADO FISHING unlimited unlimited 10 statewide, in aggregate* SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN 10 DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON, MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH SEE SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. 50 50 * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS G GOLD MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 3 for details. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.state. co.us/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, MANNER OF TAKE, FISH­ING HOURS, ETC. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS CO. FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS & MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA NOTE: Access to the frozen surface of the lake is prohibited. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER & LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW & MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ ANTHRACITE CREEK, NORTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH HELL CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT & SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. G WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BASIN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Ten st rk A a an s rk s Ri ve r st ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek d South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Arkans as US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B Riv er ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 Miles ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2022 COLORADO FISHING Ea sk Bu ▶ BERTHOUD RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession limit for crappie and redear sunfish is 10 fish in aggregate, min. of 10 inches long. 2. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 12 C r. 24 ▶BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ BEAVER DAMS CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS & UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAM DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ne ssee £ ¤ C d ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 91 d rk Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest C r. Ea Turquoise Res. Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. Windsor Lake ssee ne Fo Fo A confluence To Minturn Ten d ke To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Timberline Lake C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches ee k ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Cr ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations 8 Cl Cr. ear Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. C To Salida ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS d To Granby d e d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA C A Blue Ca tar ac t ek d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet ee k Sl Creek r er C C North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri u ld Bo To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d F rey G d le C d d Tenm i ver Copper Mtn. Swan Ri ver C French Gu A d d C rk Fo N. A C lch Breckenridge d d d . Sp r uce C r Blue River Clinton A Reservoir 9 91 ¹ 0 Ri Dillon Keystone Reservoir Coyne Valley Rd. bridge ¬ « 6 Snak e dd le Cr. £ ¤ A d d mi d d C orral Cr. Te n 24 A Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. 70 A u lc h B d £ ¤ d d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map To Glenwood Vail Springs . W FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Green Mountain Reservoir d G 9 d FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ¬ « d FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Ri v e r B ate FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map Blu e ru c Sp A r. eC ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. G 40 B ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River d ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. ¬ « 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOEDECKER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. To Leadville To Fairplay ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 13 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 & CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH & SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 14 2022 COLORADO FISHING ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. All walleye exceeding 21 inches must be returned to water immediately. 2. Daily bag limit for walleye is 3 fish less than 21 inches long. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from Dec. 1–Feb. 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–Aug. 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHAIR CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. Fishing at St. Vrain State Park. © CPW photo by Verdon Tomajko TAKE KIDS FISHING! ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Weld Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ takekidsfishing 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Co do er Riv a lor State Bridge d ¬ « ea do w Cr. Riv er r M d d B d Ab d d r. Edwards Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d A 70 eC B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra A s ton B Cr . C Wolcott Red Sand dd E. Meadow Cr. d C Eagle River A d d i ve d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge C Dotsero § ¦ ¨ yR d Gypsum Ponds SWA Eagle To Grand Junction ne 131 C o rad C Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi lo Co Lake Regulations d Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. r. 24 C Cr o ss . W A To Dillon £ ¤ B d Miles 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. os s d d 20 Cr d d 15 d 10 B er Riv gle d d 5 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet Cr Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr .B E ru sh Cr . . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. . 0 d G ¹ ¬ « 82 yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs To Leadville Confluence of East and South Forks ▶ CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK, AND FROM CANYON CREEK TO ROCK CREEK. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLIFF CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PRONG CLIFF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY & NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. continued on next page 15 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released - 2 trout limit - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Meadow Creek Reservoir - Bag, possession and min. size limit for tiger trout is 1, 18 inches long. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. ¬ « ek 34 d r. d d Me a an C Cr . £ ¤ d d 40 A d Steel m gF k. d re is C S ai n tL ou d Te nm ile C d d r. o d d lo r d d d d d d To Silverthorne B d To Silverthorne d Denver Water Board diversions rk A r. nch 20 S. F o A d 2022 COLORADO FISHING 15 Denver Water Board diversion d 16 r ve 10 Miles For k N. A Cr e ek B r. b tail C Bo 5 Ra Rd 4 o A Ri ek 30 3 d Cr. n Cr. Ha mi l t d er Ri v 2 A USFS 125 bridge oC r ee 1 Hur C Fraser ork sF m Big Hole Creek d rin ah ap s 40 Cr d For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map e dy 3R A d 0 eek Cr A er iv orn ¹ Blu e R She eph Three Licks Creek To Silverthorne C £ ¤ ll ia Wi d For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map Granby k Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge Ro a d Fra A in Ar 2 k G r. . r C A Lake E Granby Monarch Lake Meadow Cr. Res. r. wC do C ud eM Inlet buoy line 9 er Tw eC dd 22 Rd r ee ¬ « D D 3 Rd Co ey C Rd d do C ra l o Hot Sulphur C Springs D US 40 bridge Li ttl d 33 d D I Ri v er H Williams Fork Reservoir Rd Radium 1R R iv Columbin F Willow Creek Res. Windy Gap Res. A d I k Ki 2 Rd I d Shadow Mtn. Res. nn C orr ek Kremmling o ad 1 r ee ek re Grand Lake Vas qu ez Cr e Lit. Va squ ez C r. ek Cre 134 C al wC llo Wi Trou b les om e d Wolford Mtn. Res. ¬ « £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d Cr e A d d d dy Carter Cr e ek 125 d u d d d M d £ ¤ d Lit . Gree n r. C A To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Color ado Rive r A B C D E F G ¦ ¨ § 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. CPW recommends anglers disinfect waders and other fishing gear between uses (see page 6) to limit the spread of aquatic nuisance species and their potential to negatively impact cutthroat trout. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY & NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO PAONIA RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d k Tra i lC ree Can Ja r d g re e k on E sco nd ido V yon r La Jar a C Ca n k aC To La Jara 40 Cr. Spectacle Lake 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake Di xie Cr ee k ree k ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d M E X I C O d d N E W k A A re e C n nyo Ca e ek Cumbres D er Cr ¬ « 17 de C ree k A k B B si lf C A Ca sca W O r ee Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s L D d no pC hee A Osier d Pi Cre ek S Gr ouse os d oD eL 18 Na t Menkhaven Resort g on iver Ri 1 FR iv e C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek C R i to Colorado Fo x k sR ejo on ham a ree d d r Bea v d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros FR 259 d o 2022 COLORADO FISHING k h Red Lake A a 18 os ou k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 Hot C ree Laguna Venado ee k 2 To La Jara e ek g h Cr. Victoria Lake A 1 e Cre 0 .R N. F k Alverjones Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 Ruybalid Lake l ¹ t C re River No Name Lake El k C chu A 25 South Fork confluence e Cr. erd Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. Empedrado Lake Ro u Wes tF am Cr . Lost Lake River 50 J C i C nejo s 2 FR A FR Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Green Lake So k ree Fk C T A A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th a C r. ng Creek Blue Lake ke La k Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake er J im Ha Twin Lakes er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr S ad e To Alamosa r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake Ri v oC A osa Al A Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR A la m si d or Big Lake Ca t C r e ek a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d eek A A L o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r d C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch S. F k . t Cree k d Co n A A d Mix Lake Rito G d Cr. at ld Go d e ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir tR dd i ve Rd 209 d K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit r 5 76 B C Rd Top of Taylor dam 81 3 i nn Gu d US50 bridge hi Cr e Rd 763 k d Tom ic ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 Sou th To m ¬ « 114 ich i Cr ee k Be av Blue Mesa dam 149 50 To Salida ! ¬ « £ ¤ Co c het opa Creek ek Cr e er K 25 Rd Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 225 yards downstream of dam d d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n so 76 Rd F ek Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd ek ee d v er Ri k ree d Cr e d Cr ee k West E lk Cr F eC A ek ek Steube n re ver C C re D l op A A Bea A A nt e re ek East E as t We st o pe nt e l West A ver C So a Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU k ree p E 74 2 o A B e av e r C 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA D Hatchery outlet West Bea er Riv lor 42 Rd 7 Ta y Rd d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d 1 KK 4R d B d B h ek opa Cr e 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e Cr Co c het 27 Rd sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River ison d d unn Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H dd Cr. aver A Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks d Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary C r. Be rk G A k lla Cree Cebo La k e Fo a ve Rd r dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 d 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Blue Mesa Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS AR D DIVID E d dy Cr. Z BU Z North Fork Gunnison Basin - Hotchkiss to McClure Pass A 26 Stevens Gulch Rd. d d d d A d ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH & EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18– 22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 20 2022 COLORADO FISHING d d eek ¬ « 92 To Crawford ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK — DOLORES FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK, SOUTH FORK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Co Schaefer Creek A Cliff Creek d A Cliff Creek, South Prong Robinson Creek d 20 Cr 15 To Crested Butte d A al 10 12 Rd. Gunnison CR 12C d Minnesota Creek, South Fork Anthracite Cr., Middle Anthracite Creek A d A ! 5 Snowshoe Creek Minnesota Creek Minnesota Creek, East Fork d h For North Fork Gunnison River below Hotchkiss and Lower Gunnison basin regulations see Lower Gunnison Basin Map d d 92 Miles G N d 0 B A d ¹ t or Hotchkiss ¬ « ! C Coal C r ee k Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin To Delta rk Fo Paonia Terror Creek 133 Boundary fence below stilling basin B Rive r Gunn is o n Anthracite Cr. confluence Stevens Gulch Rd. ¬ « Paonia Reservoir Paonia Res. dam A West Fork Terror Creek Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Unnamed tributary d De e A Anthracite Creek, North Fork r ee k pC A Hell Cr. d d d A A Muddy Creek, East t d d Cunningham Creek Chair Creek , Wes Terror Creek, East Fork Terror Cr. Res. d Overland Ditch A d Hubbard Creek, Middle Fork re e k . ! yC A Rd 133 d Overland Ditch 5 Mu dd Hubbard Creek, Main ¬ « eek Le eC 265 Rd. r d Cr . To Carbondale d Buzzard Divide FS 265 A A d ! *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Li ttl eM ud dy d To Mesa County and Lower Colorado River basin C - Fishing prohibited as posted Second Creek Twin Creek, North Twin Creek, South Rock Creek A ! B - *Non-native fish regulation Clear Fk. A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Basin Creek A o f Mu River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Kaufman Creek ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cedaredge 92 reek d d ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Cerro Summit Reservoir d Beaver Dams Creek Cimarron River I C I Nate Creek ! ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. Silverjack Reservoir 860 Rd. Cow Creek d To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton ! Ouray CR 23 bridge A 8 Rd. D 62 858 Rd. 8 Rd. 10 Rd. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. dd For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map Ridgway FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Morrow Point Res. G Ridgway dam To Placerville D C Cimmaron Rd. 550 Ridgway Reservoir ¬ « Blue Mesa dam Crystal Reservoir ¤ £ Pryor Creek Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam C 50 d dd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station dd ¤ £ USFS boundary A C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam Morrow Point dam d Dr Dry Creek, East Fork Muddy Creek 92 Montrose H d ¬ « d ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Gould Reservoir Ri v er d ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d d I Colo 90 bridge A Second Creek Doug Creek A d Lasalle Rd. bridge 20 Miles Crawford Res. 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam er 15 B Riv 10 Olathe 50 dd d 5 Top of Crawford dam Gu nn iso n ¤ £ Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: 0 F yC *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie North boundary fence a hg r e om p H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam A d d iv e r Sweitzer Lake H - *Non-native fish regulation I E Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) d Delta d nR d 50 d ¤ £ c Un G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Gu nn i so d D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. 133 ! d C - Fishing prohibited as posted 65 To Grand Junction d B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; H Gold Medal Water For North Fork Gunnison River basin Paonia regulations 187 above Hotchkiss see North Fork Gunnison Basin Map ¬ « ¬ « Fruit Growers Reservoir ¬ « North Fork Gunnison River Hotchkiss Smith Fork Gunnison River ¬ « H A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released ¹ ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. ▶ ELK CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM TO THE U.S. 6 BRIDGE IN NEW CASTLE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31, and from Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 West Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 B Gu nn Grand Junction ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso To Gateway 70 § ¦ ¨ Riv 15 D To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 B Mesa ¬ « e re k Griffith Res. on C k A hu 65 ¬ « Island Lake r. d A To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Vega Res. C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge C te ¬ « 325 Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran B ac ar Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 rado A E. F k. P Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ¬ « De Beque ve r Ri 70 § ¦ ¨ Co Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r Highline Res. h C Parachute hu te A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. River Regulations Bul 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ Mack 139 k H Mack Mesa Res. eek ¬ « d East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. C r ee A T d U To Rangely d t Cr R oan Sa l ac Ea s t P ar kW as Cr. M ac d d ek re o d Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2022 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC er �WATERS ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG & LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ESCALANTE CREEK, NORTH FORK — MESA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH & SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREE DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 & NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 MILES: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. 24 2022 COLORADO FISHING GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 20 & 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW photo by Jason Duetsch CATCH CRAPPIE! ■ Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent & Kiowa Cos. ■ Turk's Pond, Baca Co. ■ John Martin Reservoir, Bent Co. ■ North Sterling Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Prewitt Reservoir, Logan & Washington Cos. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan & Sedgwick Cos. ■ Crawford State Park, Delta Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. �WATERS Upper Poudre River Drainage Lake Regulations Sh e Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A B C D E ep Cr . r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A N. F k . P ou dre R ive r B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Fishing prohibited - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 Halligan Reservoir d d d Divide Creek confluence 80C Rd To Wyoming River Regulations To Laramie d Eaton Reservoir d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 Bull Creek confluence N. N. Red Feather Lakes Pin 1 03 A d llo w ck H o E. B u Po dr e Rist Ca n yon Rd 52E Rd N. d P ou er Riv dre S. F Upper boundary of Gateway Park Cr . C r. B ck no n Pe Dr g Milton Seaman Reservoir d k. 44H R Long Draw Reservoir 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. 0 1 2 3 6 Miles ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 9 ¹ ud Po re v. Ri d B d d aw on Fort Collins Laporte d Rocky Mountain NP boundary Zimmerman Lake 14 Watson Lake d d Ri ve r C ¬ « Ted's Place To . r. ri g ht C r. dr e L Rd d d d E Poudre Park S.Fk r. pC eW 63 d ep C 14 Rd he A he A e Ma y Cr. B Pingree Park Rd./bridge re R ive r P o ud ¬ « River d Fk k. S W. F .S C Jo d West boundary of Hombre Ranch la A B Fk . d d d Ri ve r Cr. ir ie P ra ve Sto Rd 27 Cr . Rustic d Big Bend campground upper boundary u To Walden £ ¤ Milton Seaman Reservoir Rd d A Po u dre River B p Shee re d G Kinikinik h 69 u lc Po d a th e r La k 74E Rd e s R d 287 ms E Livermore See inset map d Colo 14 bridge e C r. lia Po u d Joe Wright Reservoir e P in Red Fe Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) A D Chambers Lake Lon Parvin Lake d Rd Wil D 162 ne Lo . e Cr dr Cr. Rd A one Pin e Dowdy Lake d D eadm an R d 162 R d Roaring Creek and all tributaries N. L Po u iver eR Fk F k. re Ri ve r ou d .P B ¬ « 14 12 0 0.5 1 Masonville Miles ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 25 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MAIN — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUBBARD CREEK, MIDDLE — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. 26 2022 COLORADO FISHING ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 & 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR — BENT 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $43, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ KAUFMAN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. �WATERS Rd er o rn N. F k. Ca d k G d Sa Cr. c he ac h Sa . d d d Rd A 38 R os Beaver Creek Res. A eek Poage Lake n US Forest Service boundary a West Fk. San Francisco Cr. Alberta A Park Res. W. San Francisco Lk. ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sa C d Rd ¬ « 112 £ ¤ 285 33.0 n Fr Pi Be Cr an cisco Cre ek r iv e South Fork C re ek T Gr a 160 G Rd Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C d e ek Goose C reek FR 52 3 £ ¤ Fk io .R d Gra n d e d d ▶ LAKE LOVELAND — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. To Pagosa Springs S. La Garita d ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Big Meadows Res. nd e E E Ri o d IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. d Roaring Fork and unnamed tributaries Rio Grande Canal diversion structure Colo 149 bridge ek ver Cr e 16 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. D d Miles ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Creek To Saguache o A Cr 12 Carne ro C r eek Cr eek Pa s s 8 ita 2019 ar g Rive r d ¹ 4 La Gar D Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water 2 A Prong Cr. B Creede River Regulations 0 A . A Em b ut ro Miners Cr. k Lower boundary of River Hill Campground d . Carner Fk S. A re ek A ree R 18 d sC er in r. rC d D Rio a gu Cr. d M a Cle Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de B A d S. F k. .F N Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B 149 Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Continental Res. r. d To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ac h gu B 41 Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �J C C Elk d d A C o lo ra d o US 6 bridge in New Castle 2 I Rive Roaring Fork River C 6 M e ll C Cr k ree eC F A d G d A r. F G Glenwood Springs I A 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence itch B am e d Miles A North side of I-70 bridge Upper boundary of Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery oN d 70 § ¦ ¨ d I A C F 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C To Delta F ¬ « Fo 133 Glenwood Springs ile Creek rk Lost F Rive Trail Cr. B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek r B E 0 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir H 3 82 River E D 5 Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d R oc D F Ruedi Reservoir B ky Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan r 15 20 To Independence Pass ¹ *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Snowmass To Vail Dotsero mass Cree k 4 d C River Inset Map Silt Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C v er S no w 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence I C I-70 Exit 90 bridge rado Colo Harvey Gap Reservoir For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr. 0 B Rifle For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction 13 ¬ « 325 ¬ « eek Canyon Cr To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir Cr ee k Gri zz ly d d r ee k (Please see inset map) R iver Ri Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit d T hre emil r. Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited d d s t al d r Cry ee k d Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers rk d d d k r ee so n C ol C p it d Nic k el Fo dd Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d d N ri n Ca a Ro d rm Fou k Fou r m ile C d g ari n Ro d d d 2022 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d or d Fry ing pan r WATERS e Riv ve Ri d d d �WATERS WATCH ONLINE: BIG BROWN TROUT IN COLORADO Learn all about our spawn-take operation at North Delaney Butte Lake in Walden, CO! ▶ youtube.com/ watch?v=e3E8hyUcBus ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for tiger trout is 1 fish, 18 inches long. ▶ MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Bag, possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINNESOTA CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trot-lines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER & JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only « ¬ 9 Mid e dl £ ¤ 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel ve r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ 9 a Ch E 24 e nn ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ To Buena Vista 2 4 e st d 0 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South l C d d d Pl a Ri 24 r d C A d ut h F o rk So 8 12 To Canon City Miles ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 30 2022 COLORADO FISHING C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water A Garo Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d d Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only River Regulations River B d To Fairplay d South Platte River in South Park Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in Webster Pond. ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA RD.) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ PIKES PEAKSOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA —EL PASO, TELLER Permits required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. ▶ POINTS CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 32 2022 COLORADO FISHING 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $43, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ PRIEST GULCH — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 & 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PRYOR CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Bag, possession, min. size for crappie is 10 fish, 10 inches long. 5. Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. 6. Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 7. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 8. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 9. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations d Be av Bi g Fork A B Ri ve d v Ri d d D Fla C 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake C 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake Rd Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd r ve Ri g Creek Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement 13 B Buford So ut h d 15 5 d d er r B d d Cr er r. d 15 R 7 Rd 8R Lake Avery h Nor t d 13 Rd A C C ¬ « lC d 6 Rd d d 4 Rd d White 8 Rd d d C Cr. 64 hn ¬ « D F awn Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C C r. 8R d Ha Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A eek st Cr. Lo 13 Sn el d ¬ « d 7R Rd d To Craig 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B 0 To Rifle 2 4 White 8 12 16 20 Miles ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY & SANDPIPER) — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK & TRIBUTARIES — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROARING FORK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH GOOSE CREEK, INCLUDING UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAMS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 9R C Rio Blanco Lake d d 5R Colo 13 bridge k d ¬ « 13 ree Fla g C R 24 Cr e ek Pice Rd glas an ce C r ee B Meeker A d k 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 d Miles 5R 2.5 To Rifle To Loma ▶ ROBINSON CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ROCK CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE — DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROUGH CANYON — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 34 2022 COLORADO FISHING ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. d d d X 24 Do u llo Ye B r ve Ri d Cr ee k d 122 R 7 Rd d 1R d ke eek te hi B Taylor Draw Dam 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White B B Kenney Reservoir Str a o Cr 21 R River o Cr y err Rd wb ¬ « 64 A H d T 65 w 40 To Craig ash R 61 £ ¤ Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U Dinosaur River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE & WEST FORKS) & WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SANCHEZ RESERVOIR — COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SCHAEFFER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CR 12C: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SECOND CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 15–Nov. 30. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLATE CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK & WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DONATE TO COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE! Direct donations, volunteering and more: FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. cpw.state.co.us/donate 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Non-native fish regulation B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation G - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released H - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 I - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Steamboat Lake - Gold Medal Water Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ow Cr. il l Steamboat Lake S eek d Cr hea Riv er Elk ee k Cree k Cr d tion tif ic a M d 40 Craig Yam ¬ « 394 pa ¬ « £ ¤ 40 F A 13 Creek da So River Hayden F F E James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) Burgess Cr. d Colo 394 Bridge Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek d £ ¤ Porcupine Lake a Elkhead Res. For To Dinosaur Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « s Fo D rk ¬ « 317 C d d er G d 36 2022 COLORADO FISHING d d d k Miles 15 ee Cr Yampa 20 Stillwater Res. R ar Yamcolo Res. iv im 10 on ris Crosho Res. or M Sheriff Reservoir Ch 5 Sar v is C reek River Cr. 4 d A Be 3 40 d or k To Walden/ Kremmling £ ¤ Stagecoach Res. A ek a mp Ya se Poo r ¹ d Oak Creek re Lake Catamount B Phippsburg ia ill d W o iams F Vaughn Res. G 2 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam ree k o rk Tr ou tC East F os k Will ap Sou th For Mo r G ms F k 1 ¬ « 131 Cr eek 0 W alton C dd Willia m To 13 Meeker Middle Fork Elk River i ve r lk R rk E Lit. C Pearl Lake . Fo Elk Le s I dd 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. ott o n 13 dd wo od Cr. k ree ¬ « H Elk River ork ter C To Baggs, WY N. F River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ne yC ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.) — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE) — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, WEST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST & MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. Cutthroat over 11 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 4. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 5. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 7. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY, MONTROSE, DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1– Dec. 31. ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ■ Stagecoach Reservoir, Routt Co. FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE LASALLE RD. BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VALCO PONDS 4 & 5 — PUEBLO 1. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 1. 2022 COLORADO FISHING GO ICE FISHING! ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 38 Brandon Mix with daughters Autumn (left) and Lily (right), ice fishing at Clear Creek Reservoir. © Daelene Mix FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ■ Steamboat Lake, Routt Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state.co.us/icefishing safety FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15– Dec. 31. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15– Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WACKER PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WANEKA LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youth 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILDCAT CREEK — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLF CREEK, SOUTH FORK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH BASS All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification PIKE Purchase your 2022–2023 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us, click "Buy and Apply" IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION �removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold it WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE How to safely remove hooks: Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouths and body SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tails ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be greengray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BLUEHEAD SUCKER Blue to gray head; olive to gray back with lighter belly; pebble-patterned scales near tail FLANNELMOUTH SUCKER Yellow to bronze backs with lighter-colored belly; large fleshy lips and large sickleshaped dorsal fin ROUNDTAIL CHUB Silver to olive with fine scales; adult males often with red to orange pigment on cheeks, fins, belly HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See pages 8 and 10 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us ONLINE BROCHURE NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.state.co.us/regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a friend fishing. CONTEST STARTS IN APRIL! WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES 42 REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/c3a78b507e7e3df67f74206fcd6aab86.pdf 8e0d236efa2baf3fd24dc29ae5f9568d PDF Text Text WHAT'S NEW C O L O R A D O P A R K S & LICENSES W I L D L I F E 2021 Colorado Fishing SEASON: MARCH 1, 2021–MARCH 31, 2022 cpw.state.co.us �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS VIDEOS FISHING FOR HIP HOP: COLORADO STYLE FISHING FUNDS CONSERVATION 101 PLACES TO TAKE A KID FISHING © CPW GET THE CPW FISHING APPS: The CPW Fishing app can help you discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check local conditions, read up on regulations and more! The CPW Match a Hatch app can help you match your fly to the same insects where you’re fishing! CO OUTDOORS “QUICK TIP”: SPINCAST REELS �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2021................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ What you need to buy a fishing license; license requirements......................1 ■ Residency requirements; Habitat Stamps; anglers with disabilities..............2 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 Dan Prenzlow ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Wild Trout; stream surveys.................3 ■ State records program: Records by Weight; Records by Length......................4 ■ State Records by Weight award table.............................................................4 ■ Master Angler program; award lengths.........................................................5 ■ Help improve your fisheries............................................................................5 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................6 ■ Fishing terms glossary...................................................................................7 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................7 FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River.........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin.................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages...................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: NEW North Fork Gunnison Basin — Hotchkiss to McClure Pass....20 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa..................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage.............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin.....................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers..............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker..............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line..........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig.................................................36 FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/fishing/brochure Send us your fishing photos and stories for a chance to be featured on this brochure cover or CPW's online blog! HUNTER.TESTIMONIALS@STATE.CO.US COVER PHOTO: ▶ Andrew Dudek fishing it up at Beaver Lake in Marble, CO. © Liz Dudek OTHER PHOTOS, TOP TO BOTTOM: ▶ Bri Aragon and her brown trout. © Cory Mertz ▶ Fly fishing at Yampa River State Park. © Vic Schendel ▶ Fishing with the rod and reel at Cherry Creek State Park. © Ken Papaleo ▶ Dano Aldaz and his cutthroat trout, backcountry fishing at 12,000 ft. elevation. © David Rollins 2021 COLORADO FISHING COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of July 2020 Marvin McDaniel, Chair Carrie Besnette Hauser, Vice-Chair Marie Haskett, Secretary Taishya Adams Betsy Blecha Charles Garcia Dallas May REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR Chelsea Harlan Duke Phillips, IV Luke B. Schafer Jay Tutchton Eden Vardy Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Dan Prenzlow, CPW Director COVER PHOTO © Liz Dudek PRINTED February 2021 by Publication Printers, Denver: 300,000 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW) receives federal financial assistance from multiple bureaus within the U.S. Department of the Interior. Under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability or age. In addition, CPW adheres to all antidiscrimination laws of the state of Colorado. For more information on how to request an accommodation or to file a grievance, please visit cpw.state.co.us/accessibility. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.state.co.us/regulations CPW REGIONAL AND AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-297-1192 (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept some licenses for refunds. BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Pueblo Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2021 ▶ STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS FOR MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH: Mountain white- fish are currently found in NW and NE Colorado: In the NW, these fish are present in the Yampa, White and Colorado River drainages, along with their associated tributaries; in the NE, these fish are present in the Poudre River drainage, along with its associated tributaries. Mountain whitefish now have a bag limit of 4 and a possession limit of 8 statewide. See pages 10 and 11. ▶ FISHING REGULATIONS ADJUSTED ON CERTAIN STREAMS TO PROTECT COLORADO RIVER & RIO GRANDE CUTTHROAT TROUT (LOOK FOR THE NEW TAG!): See pages 11–39. Delta Co.: Cunningham Creek Hubbard Creek, Main Hubbard Creek, Middle Terror Creek, West Fork Dolores Co.: Disappointment Creek Disappointment Creek, South Fork Slate Creek Dolores & Montezuma Cos.: Wildcat Creek Priest Gulch Gunnison Co.: Anthracite Creek, North Fork Basin Creek Chair Creek Clear Fork of Muddy Creek Cliff Creek Deep Creek Kaufman Creek Minnesota Creek, South Fork Robinson Creek Rock Creek Schaeffer Creek Second Creek Twin Creek, North and South LICENSES LICENSE INFORMATION SEASON DATES: Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS: Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp from June 5–6, 2021. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS, ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)....................................$10.40 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp.............................................................$312.30 AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP required for motorboats and sailboats AMOUNT ■ RESIDENTS Annual.....................................................................................$25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual.....................................................................................$50.00 Mesa Co.: Escalante Creek, North Fork Points Creek LICENSES Mineral Co.: Roaring Fork Wolf Creek, South Fork Ouray Co.: Beaver Dams Creek Pryor Creek ▶ NEW FISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING WATERS (LOOK FOR THE NEW TAG!): Meadow Creek Res. (Grand Co.) Berthoud Res. (Larimer Co.) Meadow Creek Res. (Jackson Co.) Boedecker Res. (Larimer Co.) Colorado River, North Fork (Grand Co.) Pella Crossing: Webster Pond (Boulder Co.) Horseshoe Res. (Larimer Co.) Roaring Creek, East Fork (Larimer Co.) Lake Granby (Grand Co.) Shadow Mountain Spillway (Grand Co.) Lake Loveland (Larimer Co.) ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID MARCH 1–MARCH 31 THE NEXT YEAR (13 MONTHS) WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1 PROPER IDENTIFICATION and PROOF of residency (for Colorado residents). 2 HABITAT STAMP: A 2021 or lifetime Habitat Stamp is required prior to buying a license for anyone ages 18–64. One will be automatically added to your purchase, if applicable. (See page 2.) NOTE: A Social Security number is required for new customers age 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp), per federal law. FEE ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–64).............................................................$36.08 Senior annual (65+)................................................................$10.07 Small game & fishing combo...................................................$51.68 Senior small game & fishing combo (65+)..............................$30.50 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual.....................................................................................$100.57 Five-day..................................................................................$32.95 ■ YOUTH Residents ages 16–17.........................................................$10.07 Second-rod charge still applies. RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS ■ Second-rod stamp....................................................................$11.11 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16 (see "Second-rod Stamp" below). ■ One-day fishing: residents........................................................$14.23 ■ One-day fishing: nonresidents..................................................$17.35 ■ Additional-day fishing..............................................................$6.95 Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $10.07. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents age 65 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $10.07 or an annual senior combo small game/fishing license for $30.50, both of which include the 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 65 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trot-lines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have and carry with them a secondrod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40; an annual license is required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Licensees must provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. For application and annual reporting requirements, visit: cpwshop.com/purchase-special-license.page ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and federal law require a Social Security number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to ​Child Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​ Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES 1 RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS ▶ The physical residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. Visit cpw.state. co.us/proofofresidency. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an address other than in Colorado. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: You must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have your primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last 6 months. b. Proof: Current and valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ID is not 6 months old, you must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in "Additional Residency Proofs" below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least 6 months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: You must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado (including your spouse/dependents). Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as your home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident (including your spouse/dependents). b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 6. YOUTH Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS If you otherwise meet residency requirements but your Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than 6 months ago, or you have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on your record, you must provide at least two additional proofs of residency showing 6 consecutive months of Colorado residency immediately prior to buying or applying for a license. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. 2 2021 COLORADO FISHING 2 HABITAT STAMPS Habitat Stamps are $10.40 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid March 1–March 31 (13 months). ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is available for $312.30. ▶ Anyone who holds one type of the free lifetime disability licenses or is an approved Big Game Mobility Impaired Program member is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See: cpw.state.co.us/accessibility ▶ Learn more online: cpw.state.co.us/habitatstamp ANGLERS WITH DISABILITIES CPW offers several programs for hunters and anglers with disabilities. Go to cpw.state.co.us/accessibility for more information on each program and how to apply. These programs require advance legal paperwork submissions: Please apply AT LEAST 30 days prior to when you wish to use the permit or license. Due to volume, applications cannot be expedited. RESIDENT FISHING LIFETIME PROGRAM Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled can apply for a free lifetime fishing license. RESIDENT VETERAN LIFETIME PROGRAM Military veterans who are disabled and residents of Colorado are eligible to apply for a lifetime fishing and small game combo license. The veteran must have proof of a service-connected disability, with an overall-combined rating of 60% or more by the Department of Veteran's Affairs. Purple Heart recipients are also eligible to apply for the combo license. RESIDENT FIRST RESPONDER LIFETIME PROGRAM Colorado residents who are disabled first responders can obtain a lifetime first responder combination small game/fishing license. The first responder must have proof of a permanent occupational disability. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/ wq-fish-consumption �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-sized (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant coldwater fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water: G bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: ▶ From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the U.S. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ▶ From the U.S. 24 river overpass downstream to the lower boundary of the Hayden Ranch, as posted. ▶ From the stockyard bridge (Chaffee CR 102) below Salida downstream 7.5 miles to the confluence with Badger Creek. ■ BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek, and from Canyon Creek (Grand Co.) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From U.S. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle fork, from the U.S. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson Co. ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park Co. ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt Co. WILD TROUT PROGRAM STREAM SURVEYS CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and nonnative wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING © Kevin Rogers, CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. © Kevin Rogers, CPW WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.state.co.us/fish/goldmedalpolicy MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.state.co.us/fish/management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.state.co.us/fish/fisherydata 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT SPECIES YEAR LOCATION & CO. arctic char bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white eel, American freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) salmon, kokanee (snagging) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sunfish, bluegill 2017 Dillon Res., Summit 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 2017 Arkansas River, Bent 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 1993 Farm Pond, Delta 2019 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2017 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 2017 Frank State Wildlife Area 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 1976 Island Lake, Delta 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2019 Totten Res., Montezuma 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 2007 Antero Res., Park 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 2005 Blue River, Summit 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson sunfish, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger walleye 4 2021 COLORADO FISHING STATE RECORDS PROGRAMS WEIGHT LENGTH ANGLER 4-2.4 26-15.0 11-6.0 1-1.3 6-11.0 4-7.9 29-5.0 4-7.0 35-5.0 57-13.0 5-1.0 29-2.112 43-10.1 30-9.6 3-7.8 4-3.8 3-1.0 17-3.0 1-10.0 5-2.0 30-11.0 1-14.0 2-9.6 11-0.0 6-13.0 7-5.0 3-6.7 10-14.0 18-15.0 5-6.7 2-9.5 1-5.0 1-5.0 1-8.5 0-15.2 5-6.9 40-2.0 7-10.0 30-8.0 18-8.0 3-12.0 50-5.6 16-0.0 19-9.6 17-2.6 8-3.7 18-12.6 23.5 37.5 22.5 10.5 21.5 17.75 39 18 38.75 47 23 38.625 40.5 38.75 17.5 17 35.25 31 17.25 18.75 46.5 13.25 13.75 28.5 27.5 27 21.5 28.5 32 23.5 12.75 11.5 11.25 10.75 10.5 20 53 n/a 36 28.5 22.5 44.25 n/a 34 33 27.5 34 Lindsay Regali Kevin Treanor Jarrett Edwards Timothy Fisk Raymond Ong Michael Hardin Harvey Shade Pedro Martinez Adam Wickam Brian Husmann Uldene Kuretich Randy Stillwell Jessica Walton Michael Flock Fesstus Stalder Daryel Thompson Juergen Kernal Faye Lancamp Derik Drinnen Richard Sals Tim Bone Dana Wilfong Justin Allbrandt Helen Eaton Will Arduino Lee Cox Jeff Riddle Rocklyn Beise Robin Perkins Jay Grupp Gregory Wallace Joshua Robinson Justin Evans Jeff Robinson Craig McNitt Craig Curtis Jason Potter George Knorr Alan Schneider Frank Stack Donald O’Leary Donald Walker George Hranchak Lee Cox Rob Peckham Anthony Janssen Scott Regan (lbs.-ozs.) (inches) CPW recognizes licensed anglers who catch exceptionally large fish through three separate programs: Records by Weight, Records by Length (released only) and Master Angler. STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT State Records by Weight is Colorado's original and oldest fishing recognition program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories (see table at left). If an angler catches a large fish that they believe may have broken the weight record in its species, there are a series of steps that must be taken to have the fish certified as a new state record: ▶ Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 18. ▶ The catch must be made in Colorado in compliance with all state fishing rules and regulations. ▶ The fish in question must be weighed on a state-certified scale (pounds and ounces). Statecertified scales are available at the four CPW regional offices: NE, NW, SE, SW. ▶ The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined, identified and the application signed by a CPW employee before an application is submitted. The employee will fill out and return the application form, picture of fish on scale showing weight, weight receipt of fish when possible and picture of fish on a length-measuring device to the Assistant Chief of Hatcheries in Denver. ▶ Verified state record applicants will receive a lapel pin. ▶ Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. See records and more information on qualifying: cpw.state.co.us/fish/records STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH State Records by Length recognizes the longest fish of a particular species that is caught and released by an angler, anywhere throughout Colorado. Records are by length (inches) for this program, and the angler will fill out and return an application form. Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program (see next page). The Master Angler program had minimal length verification requirements to verify the size of the fish before it was released. Because of this, the validity of some catches was brought into question. Starting Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program will be a stand-alone program where specific steps must be followed for record submission and acceptance. Unlike the Records by Weight program, these fish MUST BE RELEASED in order to qualify. See records and more information on qualifying lengths: cpw.state.co.us/fish/records. Look for a new State Records by Length table in this brochure next year! �GENERAL MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES The Master Angler Program was designed to recognize anglers for success in their sport, as well as to promote the conservation of fishery resources and quality fishing by encouraging the careful release of trophy-sized popular sport species. Master Angler awards are based on fish length rather than weight; this allows anglers to measure fish and return them to the water alive if they choose to do so. There are 46 categories of species recognized in this program, and there can be more than one Master Angler award given in each category every year. See award lengths table below. Anglers who catch a qualifying-length fish will get a Master Angler certificate and patch: only one patch per angler per year. For more information on the program, including application rules, and to see the Heritage Master Angler Lengths table online, go to: cpw.state.co.us/ fish/masterangler SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: AWARD LENGTHS FOR MASTER ANGLER SPECIES arctic char bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, brown bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow LENGTH (inches) 18 25 18 10 17 18 28 17 30 30 14 14 30 30 30 14 14 20 15 15 36 12 12 LENGTH (inches) salmon, Chinook 28 salmon, kokanee (angling) 20 sauger 16 saugeye 26 splake 20 sucker, white 22 sucker, longnose 18 sunfish, bluegill 10 sunfish, green 10 sunfish, hybrid 10 sunfish, redear 12 tench 18 tiger muskie 40 trout, brook 16 trout, brown 22 trout, cutbow 22 trout, golden 16 trout, lake 32 trout, native cutthroat 20 trout, rainbow 24 trout, Snake River cutthroat 20 trout, tiger 18 walleye 26 SPECIES MEASURE YOUR CATCH 1. Fish must be hooked, played and landed on sport tackle by the entrant. (Snagged fish are not eligible.) 2. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible for entry and must be submitted within 60 days of catch. 3. All state fishing regulations must be followed. 4. How to measure your fish's length: Close the fish's mouth and measure from the tip of jaw to the tip of the tail with a measuring device behind the fish and not following the curvature of the fish. This is the total length. ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW, and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to "catch and keep" these fish. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Kenney Reservoir: northern pike ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass; walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. Check the Special Regulations on pages 11–39 of this brochure. ■ Check online health advisories at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption REMEMBER: ■ Do not move fish from one body of water to another! Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live fish as bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. ■ Report any poaching activity to Operation Game Thief: REPORT POACHERS OPERATION GAME THIEF: 1-877-265-6648 EMAIL: GAME.THIEF@STATE.CO.US Earn a reward payment for reporting wildlife violations by calling Operation Game Thief. Callers can remain anonymous. (This number is not for information requests or emergencies.) 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. ANS STAMP: required for motorboats and sailboats To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must now have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw. state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these © CPW invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. from entering our state by following the guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 73 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/invasive-species MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.state.co.us/boatingregistration 6 2021 COLORADO FISHING There are 73 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/fish/boatinspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla Co.. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.state.co.us/rustycrayfish �GENERAL FISHING TERMS GLOSSARY ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented materials (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. The Reel Deal The CPW Fishing app can help you discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check conditions, regulations and more! The CPW Match a Hatch app can help you match your fly to the same insects where you’re fishing! ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trot-line, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which in- cludes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9 and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROT-LINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. Search “CPW Fishing” and “Colorado Match a Hatch” on: CPW Fishing Match a Hatch 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 Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/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 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to go onto private land to fish without permission, including touching any part of private land by person or watercraft. Private land is not required to be posted or fenced. Trespassers may be suspended for up to 5 years. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROT-LINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trot-line. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trot-lines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once 2an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NET See Use and Collection of Bait Fish on next page. a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS See Use and Collection of Bait Fish on next page. a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS See Use and Collection of Bait Fish on next page. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 8 2021 COLORADO FISHING 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw.state.co.us/regulations b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. NEW The following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. See "h. Crustaceans" on next page. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento �FISHING LAWS and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear and pumpkin-seed sunfish; gizzard shad, longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer Co. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other Co. is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. NEW Only the following crustaceans may be possessed on either side of the Continental Divide: freshwater shrimp, commercially available brine shrimp and commercially available krill. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. h. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. TAGGING FISH & RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines or trot-lines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperature exceeds NEW 71 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are NEW 50 percent or less of the daily average flow. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration NEW and/or stress may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below NEW 6 parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions," page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS & NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state.co.us/fish/park finder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/ romo/planyourvisit/fishing.htm Fishing is available at more than 270 national wildlife refuges, 29 national fish hatcheries and many other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service lands and waters. Certain refuges may have individual restrictions. Plan your trip by researching specific refuges online: www.fws.gov/fishing DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately, count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH (except kokanee) in aggregate* 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN West of Continental Divide in aggregate* unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE 2021 COLORADO FISHING unlimited unlimited 10 statewide, in aggregate* NORTHERN PIKE, BULLHEAD 10 DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON, NEW MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH SEE SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. 50 50 gilled and less than 5 inches long * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS G GOLD MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 3 for details. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.state. co.us/fish/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, MANNER OF TAKE, FISH­ING HOURS, ETC. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. NEW THE FOLLOWING WATERS HAVE NEW MTN. WHITEFISH DAILY BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS: The daily bag limit for mountain whitefish is now 4 with a possession limit of 8, statewide. See page 10. NW Colorado: ▶ Colorado River drainage, including the mainstem river and all of its tributaries ▶ All tributaries to the Colorado River and their associated drainages, including but not limited to: Canyon Creek (Garfield Co.), Eagle River, Elk Creek (Garfield Co.), Grizzly Creek, No Name Creek, Piney River and Roaring Fork River ▶ Roaring Fork River drainage, including the mainstem river and all of its tributaries, consisting of but not limited to: the Fryingpan River and Crystal River drainages, and their associated tributaries ▶ White River drainage, including the mainstem river and all of its tributaries, consisting of but not limited to: the North Fork and South Fork drainages, and their associated tributaries ▶ Yampa River drainage, including the mainstem river and all of its tributaries ▶ All tributaries to the Yampa River and their associated drainages, including but not limited to: Bear River, Burgess Creek, Elk River, Elk River — North, South and Middle Forks, Fish Creek, Mad Creek, Morrison Creek, Sarvis Creek, Soda Creek, Trout Creek and Walton Creek NE Colorado: ▶ Poudre River drainage, including the mainstem river and all of its tributaries ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS CO. FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ NEW ANTHRACITE CREEK, NORTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH HELL CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. G WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS 12 2021 COLORADO FISHING Ten C r. st ne ssee rk A Fo ve r st ee k Ea sk Bu ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake d Willow Creek US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B er ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. s Ri Riv ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. a an s rk Arkans as ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 91 24 ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. C r. Ea £ ¤ C d ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. ssee ne Ten rk Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest To Minturn Turquoise Res. Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. Windsor Lake To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. Fo A confluence C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ke B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches d Timberline Lake La ▶ NEW BASIN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Cr ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit d ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 Miles ▶BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1– Dec. 31. ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 8 Cl Cr. ear Gauging station d ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. C To Salida ▶ NEW BEAVER DAMS CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS & UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAM DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS d To Granby River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released ¬ « 9 Green Mountain Reservoir d e tar ac t d ek d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet C Blue Ca A d Creek ee k Sl ate r er C C North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri u ld Bo To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d Lask ey G B d ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Ri v e r ru c Sp A r. eC ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. F rey G d d le C Copper Mtn. d Tenm i C rk Fo N. A C lch d d d . Sp r uce C r Blue River Clinton A Reservoir 9 91 ¹ 0 Swan Ri ver C French Gu A Breckenridge ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. ver d Coyne Valley Rd. bridge ¬ « Ri Dillon Keystone Reservoir d le Cr. Snak e dd mi 6 A d d ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. £ ¤ d C orral Cr. . W Te n 24 A d 70 A u lc h B Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. d £ ¤ d d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map To Glenwood Vail Springs ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. 40 B ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. Blue River Basin d ▶ NEW BERTHOUD RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession limit for crappie and redear sunfish is 10 fish in aggregate, min. of 10 inches long. 2. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE G FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. To Fairplay FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 13 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. G FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW BOEDECKER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 14 2021 COLORADO FISHING ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. All walleye exceeding 21 inches must be returned to water immediately. 2. Daily bag limit for walleye is 3 fish less than 21 inches long. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Taking the kids fishing at Georgetown Lake. © Wayne D. Lewis, CPW TAKE KIDS FISHING! ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ takekidsfishing ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from December 1–February 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–August 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ NEW CHAIR CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Co do er Riv a lor State Bridge d ¬ « ea do w Cr. Riv er r M d d B d Ab d d r. Edwards Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d A 70 eC B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra A s ton B Cr . C Wolcott Red Sand dd E. Meadow Cr. d C Eagle River A d d i ve d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge C Dotsero § ¦ ¨ yR d Gypsum Ponds SWA Eagle To Grand Junction ne 131 C o rad C Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi lo Co Lake Regulations d Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. r. 24 C Cr o ss . W A To Dillon £ ¤ B d Miles ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. os s d d 20 Cr d d 15 d 10 B er Riv gle d d 5 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet Cr Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr .B E ru sh Cr . . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. . 0 d G ¹ ¬ « 82 yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs To Leadville Confluence of East and South Forks ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ NEW CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NEW CLIFF CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PRONG CLIFF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 15 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released - 2 trout limit - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Meadow Creek Reservoir - Bag, possession and min. size limit for tiger trout is 1, 18 inches long. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. ¬ « ek 34 d r. d d Me a an C Cr . £ ¤ d d 40 A d Steel m gF k. d re is C S ai n tL ou d Te nm ile C d d r. o d d lo r d d d d d d To Silverthorne B d To Silverthorne d Denver Water Board diversions rk A r. nch 20 S. F o A d 2021 COLORADO FISHING 15 Denver Water Board diversion d 16 r ve 10 Miles For k N. A Cr e ek B r. b tail C Bo 5 Ra Rd 4 o A Ri ek 30 3 d Cr. n Cr. Ha mi l t d er Ri v 2 A USFS 125 bridge oC r ee 1 Hur C Fraser ork sF m Big Hole Creek d rin ah ap s 40 Cr d For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map e dy 3R A d 0 eek Cr A er iv orn ¹ Blu e R She eph Three Licks Creek To Silverthorne C £ ¤ ll ia Wi d For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map Granby k Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge Ro a d Fra A in Ar 2 k G r. . r C A Lake E Granby Monarch Lake Meadow Cr. Res. r. wC do C ud eM Inlet buoy line 9 er Tw eC dd 22 Rd r ee ¬ « D D 3 Rd Co ey C Rd d do C ra l o Hot Sulphur C Springs D US 40 bridge Li ttl d 33 d D I Ri v er H Williams Fork Reservoir Rd Radium 1R R iv Columbin F Willow Creek Res. Windy Gap Res. A d I k Ki 2 Rd I d Shadow Mtn. Res. nn C orr ek Kremmling o ad 1 r ee ek re Grand Lake Vas qu ez Cr e Lit. Va squ ez C r. ek Cre 134 C al wC llo Wi Trou b les om e d Wolford Mtn. Res. ¬ « £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d Cr e A d d d dy Carter Cr e ek 125 d u d d d M d £ ¤ d Lit . Gree n r. C A To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Color ado Rive r A B C D E F G ¦ ¨ § 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK, AND FROM CANYON CREEK TO ROCK CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, NEW ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. CPW recommends anglers disinfect waders and other fishing gear between uses (see page 6) to limit the spread of aquatic nuisance species and their potential to negatively impact cutthroat trout. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited NEW Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d k Tra i lC ree Can Ja r d g re e k on E sco nd ido V yon r La Jar a C Ca n k aC To La Jara 40 Cr. Spectacle Lake 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake Di xie Cr ee k ree k ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d M E X I C O d d N E W k A A re e C n nyo Ca e ek Cumbres D er Cr ¬ « 17 de C ree k A k B B si lf C A Ca sca W O r ee Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s L D d no pC hee A Osier d Pi Cre ek S Gr ouse os d oD eL 18 Na t Menkhaven Resort g on iver Ri 1 FR iv e C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek C R i to Colorado Fo x k sR ejo on ham a ree d d r Bea v d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros FR 259 d o 2021 COLORADO FISHING k h Red Lake A a 18 os ou k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 Hot C ree Laguna Venado ee k 2 To La Jara e ek g h Cr. Victoria Lake A 1 e Cre 0 .R N. F k Alverjones Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 Ruybalid Lake l ¹ t C re River No Name Lake El k C chu A 25 South Fork confluence e Cr. erd Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. Empedrado Lake Ro u Wes tF am Cr . Lost Lake River 50 J C i C nejo s 2 FR A FR Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Green Lake So k ree Fk C T A A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th a C r. ng Creek Blue Lake ke La k Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake er J im Ha Twin Lakes er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr S ad e To Alamosa r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake Ri v oC A osa Al A Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR A la m si d or Big Lake Ca t C r e ek a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d eek A A L o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r d C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch S. F k . t Cree k d Co n A A d Mix Lake Rito G d Cr. at ld Go d e ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir tR dd i ve Rd 209 d K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit r 5 76 B C Rd Top of Taylor dam 81 3 i nn Gu d US50 bridge hi Cr e Rd 763 k d Tom ic ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 Sou th To m ¬ « 114 ich i Cr ee k Be av Blue Mesa dam 149 50 To Salida ! ¬ « £ ¤ Co c het opa Creek ek Cr e er K 25 Rd Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 225 yards downstream of dam d d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n so 76 Rd F ek Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd ek ee d v er Ri k ree d Cr e d Cr ee k West E lk Cr F eC A ek ek Steube n re ver C C re D l op A A Bea A A nt e re ek East E as t We st o pe nt e l West A ver C So a Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU k ree p E 74 2 o A B e av e r C 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA D Hatchery outlet West Bea er Riv lor 42 Rd 7 Ta y Rd d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d 1 KK 4R d B d B h ek opa Cr e 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e Cr Co c het 27 Rd sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River ison d d unn Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H dd Cr. aver A Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks d Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary C r. Be rk G A k lla Cree Cebo La k e Fo a ve Rd r dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 d 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Blue Mesa Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS AR D DIVID E d dy Cr. Z BU Z North Fork Gunnison Basin - Hotchkiss to McClure Pass A 26 Stevens Gulch Rd. d d d d A d N ▶ NEW CUNNINGHAM CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW DEEP CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO PAONIA RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 20 2021 COLORADO FISHING d d d eek ¬ « Cr 92 To Crawford ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18–22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Co G Schaefer Creek A Cliff Creek d A Cliff Creek, South Prong Robinson Creek d Miles 20 To Crested Butte d A al 15 ! 10 12 Rd. Gunnison CR 12C d A Minnesota Creek, South Fork Anthracite Cr., Middle Anthracite Creek A d 92 For North Fork Gunnison River below Hotchkiss and Lower Gunnison basin regulations see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 5 Snowshoe Creek Minnesota Creek Minnesota Creek, East Fork Hotchkiss ¬ « d d h B d 0 t or A d ¹ ! C Coal C r ee k Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin To Delta rk Fo Paonia Terror Creek 133 Boundary fence below stilling basin B Rive r Gunn is o n Anthracite Cr. confluence Stevens Gulch Rd. ¬ « Paonia Reservoir Paonia Res. dam A West Fork Terror Creek Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Unnamed tributary d De e A Anthracite Creek, North Fork r ee k pC A Hell Cr. d d d A A Muddy Creek, East t d d Cunningham Creek Chair Creek , Wes Terror Creek, East Fork Terror Cr. Res. d Overland Ditch A d Hubbard Creek, Middle Fork re e k . ! yC A Rd 133 d Overland Ditch 5 Mu dd Hubbard Creek, Main ¬ « eek Le eC 265 Rd. r d Cr . To Carbondale d Buzzard Divide FS 265 A A d ! *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Li ttl eM ud dy d To Mesa County and Lower Colorado River basin C - Fishing prohibited as posted Second Creek Twin Creek, North Twin Creek, South Rock Creek A ! B - *Non-native fish regulation Clear Fk. A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Basin Creek A o f Mu River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Kaufman Creek NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. ▶ NEW DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK — DOLORES FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cedaredge 92 reek Dr Dry Creek, East Fork d G I C I Nate Creek A Silverjack Reservoir 860 Rd. 8 Rd. D Cow Creek d To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton ! ! ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. 858 Rd. 8 Rd. d ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. dd Cimarron River Ouray CR 23 bridge ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Morrow Point Res. For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map 62 ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. D C Cimmaron Rd. 10 Rd. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. Blue Mesa dam Crystal Reservoir Ridgway ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Cerro Summit Reservoir 550 Ridgway dam To Placerville Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam C ¤ £ Ridgway Reservoir ¬ « dd 50 d Beaver Dams Creek C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam Morrow Point dam ¤ £ d dd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Pryor Creek Muddy Creek 92 USFS boundary A d ¬ « d d d H FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. Gould Reservoir Ri v er Montrose ▶ NEW DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK, SOUTH FORK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d d I Colo 90 bridge A Second Creek Doug Creek A d Lasalle Rd. bridge 20 Miles Crawford Res. 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam er 15 B Riv 10 Olathe 50 dd d 5 Top of Crawford dam Gu nn iso n ¤ £ Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: 0 F yC *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie North boundary fence a hg r e om p H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam A d d iv e r Sweitzer Lake H - *Non-native fish regulation I E Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) d Delta d nR d 50 d ¤ £ c Un G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Gu nn i so d D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. 133 ! d C - Fishing prohibited as posted 65 To Grand Junction d B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; H Gold Medal Water For North Fork Gunnison River basin Paonia regulations 187 above Hotchkiss see North Fork Gunnison Basin Map ¬ « ¬ « Fruit Growers Reservoir ¬ « North Fork Gunnison River Hotchkiss Smith Fork Gunnison River ¬ « H A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released ¹ ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 West Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 B Gu nn Grand Junction ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso To Gateway 70 § ¦ ¨ Riv 15 D To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 B Mesa ¬ « e re k Griffith Res. on C k A hu 65 ¬ « Island Lake r. d A To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Vega Res. C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge C te ¬ « 325 Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran B ac ar Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 rado A E. F k. P Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ¬ « De Beque ve r Ri 70 § ¦ ¨ Co Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r Highline Res. h C Parachute hu te A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. River Regulations Bul 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ Mack 139 k H Mack Mesa Res. eek ¬ « d East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. C r ee A T d U To Rangely d t Cr R oan Sa l ac Ea s t P ar kW as Cr. M ac d d ek re o d Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2021 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC er �WATERS FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. ▶ ELK CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM TO THE U.S. 6 BRIDGE IN NEW CASTLE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31, and from Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NEW ESCALANTE CREEK, NORTH FORK — MESA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 MILES: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 24 2021 COLORADO FISHING FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. CATCH CRAPPIE! © Jason Duetsch, CPW ■ Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent & Kiowa Cos. ■ Turk's Pond, Baca Co. ■ John Martin Reservoir, Bent Co. ■ North Sterling Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Prewitt Reservoir, Logan & Washington Cos. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan & Sedgwick Cos. ■ Crawford State Park, Delta Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 20 & 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Upper Poudre River Drainage Lake Regulations Sh e Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A B C D E ep Cr . r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A N. F k . P ou dre R ive r B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit - Fishing prohibited - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 Halligan Reservoir d d d Divide Creek confluence 80C Rd To Wyoming River Regulations To Laramie d Eaton Reservoir d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 Bull Creek confluence N. N. Red Feather Lakes Pin 1 03 A d llo w ck H o E. B u Po e Rist Ca n yon Rd 52E Rd P ou er Riv dre S. F Upper boundary of Gateway Park Cr . C r. B ck no n Pe Dr g Milton Seaman Reservoir d k. 44H R Long Draw Reservoir 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. 0 1 2 3 6 Miles ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG — FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. 9 ¹ ud Po re v. Ri d B d d aw on Laporte d Rocky Mountain NP boundary Zimmerman Lake 14 Fort Collins N. d Ri ve r C ¬ « Watson Lake . dr Ted's Place To d d dr e L Rd d d d E Poudre Park S.Fk r. ri g ht C r. r. pC eW 63 d ep C 14 Rd he A he A e Ma y Cr. B Pingree Park Rd./bridge re R ive r P o ud ¬ « River d Fk k. S W. F .S C Jo d West boundary of Hombre Ranch la A B Fk . d d d Ri ve r Cr. ir ie P ra ve Sto Rd 27 Cr . Rustic d Big Bend campground upper boundary u To Walden £ ¤ Milton Seaman Reservoir Rd d A Po u dre River B p Shee re d G Kinikinik h 69 u lc Po d a th e r La k 74E Rd e s R d 287 ms E Livermore See inset map d Colo 14 bridge e C r. lia Po u d Joe Wright Reservoir e P in Red Fe Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) A D Chambers Lake Lon Parvin Lake d Rd Wil D 162 ne Lo . e Cr dr Cr. Rd A one Pin e Dowdy Lake d D eadm an R d 162 R d Roaring Creek and all tributaries N. L Po u iver eR Fk F k. re Ri ve r ou d .P B ¬ « 14 12 0 0.5 1 Masonville Miles ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 25 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NEW HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW HUBBARD CREEK, MAIN — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW HUBBARD CREEK, MIDDLE — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO OVERLAND DITCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. 26 2021 COLORADO FISHING ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR — BENT 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $43, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ NEW KAUFMAN CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �WATERS Rd G d er o rn d Sa Cr. c he ac h Sa k d . N. F k. Ca Creek d d ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 160 Rd G Rd A 38 South Fork R os Beaver Creek Res. A Cr eek Poage Lake n US Forest Service boundary a West Fk. San Francisco Cr. Alberta A Park Res. W. San Francisco Lk. 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited NEW Oct. 15–Nov. 30. ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ NEW LAKE LOVELAND — LARIMER 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. No more than 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Sa C d Rd 112 £ ¤ 285 33.0 n Fr Pi Be ¬ « Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C d £ ¤ Fk io .R d Gra n d e an cisco Cre ek r iv e Gr a To Pagosa Springs S. nd e E Ri o d Miles Big Meadows Res. La Garita d 16 d E C re ek Goose C reek FR 52 3 e ek d T d Roaring Fork and unnamed tributaries Rio Grande Canal diversion structure Colo 149 bridge d Cr To Saguache o A D ek ver Cr e 12 Carne ro C r eek Cr eek Pa s s 8 ita 2019 ar g Rive r d ¹ 4 La Gar D Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water 2 A Prong Cr. B Creede River Regulations 0 A . A Em b ut ro Miners Cr. k Lower boundary of River Hill Campground d . Carner Fk S. A re ek A ree R 18 d sC er in r. rC d D Rio a gu Cr. d M a Cle Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de B A d S. F k. .F N Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B 149 Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Continental Res. r. d To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ac h gu B 41 Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �J C C Elk d d A C o lo ra d o US 6 bridge in New Castle 2 I Rive Roaring Fork River C 6 M e ll C Cr k ree eC F A d G d A r. F G Glenwood Springs I A 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence itch B am e d Miles A North side of I-70 bridge Upper boundary of Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery oN d 70 § ¦ ¨ d I A C F 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C To Delta F ¬ « Fo 133 Glenwood Springs ile Creek rk Lost F Rive Trail Cr. B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek r B E 0 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir H 3 82 River E D 5 Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d R oc D F Ruedi Reservoir B ky Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan r 15 20 To Independence Pass ¹ *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Snowmass To Vail Dotsero mass Cree k 4 d C River Inset Map Silt Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C v er S no w 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence I C I-70 Exit 90 bridge rado Colo Harvey Gap Reservoir For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr. 0 B Rifle For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction 13 ¬ « 325 ¬ « eek Canyon Cr To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir Cr ee k Gri zz ly d d r ee k (Please see inset map) R iver Ri Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit d T hre emil r. Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited d d s t al d r Cry ee k d Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers rk d d d k r ee so n C ol C p it d Nic k el Fo dd Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d d N ri n Ca a Ro d rm Fou k Fou r m ile C d g ari n Ro d d d 2021 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d or d Fry ing pan r WATERS e Riv ve Ri d d d �WATERS WATCH ONLINE: BIG BROWN TROUT IN COLORADO Learn all about our spawn-take operation at North Delaney Butte Lake in Walden, CO! ▶ youtube.com/ watch?v=e3E8hyUcBus ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for tiger trout is 1 fish greater than 18 inches long. ▶ NEW MEADOW CREEK RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Bag, possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW MINNESOTA CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only « ¬ 9 Mid e dl £ ¤ 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel ve r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ 9 a Ch E 24 e nn D Plat te ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ To Buena Vista 2 4 8 Miles ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trot-lines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. 30 2021 COLORADO FISHING e st Eleven Mile Reservoir d 0 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South l C d d d Pl a Ri 24 r d C A d ut h F o rk So C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water A Garo Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released 12 To Canon City ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G d d Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only River Regulations River B d To Fairplay d South Platte River in South Park Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 3. NEW Fishing prohibited in Webster Pond. ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ PIKES PEAKSOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER Permits Required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. ▶ NEW POINTS CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 32 2021 COLORADO FISHING FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 6. Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 7. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 8. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 9. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $43, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEW PRIEST GULCH — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NEW PRYOR CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Bag, possession, min. size for crappie is 10 fish, 10 inches long. 5. Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. �White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations Cr Fork A B Ri ve d ve Ri d d Fla 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Buford So ut h d C 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake Rd Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd r ve Ri g Creek Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement 13 B 15 5 d d d D C h Nor t r B d 8R Lake Avery r ¬ « d er Be av Big Wakara Fishing Lease D C A d lC r. d 15 R C d 13 Rd 6 Rd White 8 Rd Sn el d 7 Rd C r. 8R d 4 Rd d d d d C D Cr. 64 hn ¬ « Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C Fawn Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A ee k d Ha 13 st Cr. Lo ¬ « d Rd d Rd 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie To Craig 7 ek WATERS Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B 0 To Rifle White 3 6 12 18 Miles ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER) — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK NEW & TRIBUTARIES — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 9R C Rio Blanco Lake d d 5R B Colo 13 bridge r ve Ri d k r ee an ce C 13 R 24 Cr e ek ree Fla g C glas Rd ¬ « Pice X 24 Do u llo Ye d Meeker A d k 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 d Miles 5R 2.5 To Rifle To Loma ▶ NEW ROARING FORK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH GOOSE CREEK, INCLUDING UNNAMED TRIBUTARY STREAMS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW ROBINSON CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW ROCK CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 34 2021 COLORADO FISHING ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d d d B Cr ee k d 122 R 7 Rd d 1R d ke eek te hi B Taylor Draw Dam 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White B B Kenney Reservoir Str a o Cr 21 R River o Cr y err Rd wb ¬ « 64 A H d T 65 w 40 To Craig ash R 61 £ ¤ Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U Dinosaur River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. �WATERS BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW SECOND CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR FORK OF MUDDY CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SANCHEZ RESERVOIR — COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NEW SCHAEFFER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CR 12C: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited NEW Oct. 15–Nov. 30. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DONATE TO COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE! Direct donations, volunteering and more: cpw.state.co.us/donate ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ NEW SLATE CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Non-native fish regulation B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation F - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation G - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released H - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 I - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ow C r. il l Steamboat Lake Elk ee k Cree k Cr d tion tif ic a M d 40 Craig Yam ¬ « 394 pa ¬ « £ ¤ 40 F A 13 Creek da So River Hayden F F E James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) Burgess Cr. d Colo 394 Bridge Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek d £ ¤ Porcupine Lake a Elkhead Res. For To Dinosaur Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « To 13 Meeker s Fo W alton C D rk ¬ « 317 ¬ « 131 W d d d k d d d er G 4 5 10 Miles 36 2021 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 Stillwater Res. R ar Yamcolo Res. iv im 3 ee Cr Yampa Ch 2 on ris Crosho Res. or M Sheriff Reservoir Be 1 d A Cr. ¹ or k Sar v is C reek River se Poo r G d d Stagecoach Res. a mp Ya Phippsburg ia ill ms F o k Willia Vaughn Res. 40 d ree k o rk os G k 0 Tr ou tC East F ap Sou th For Mo r Cr eek ms F To Walden/ Kremmling C B A ek Lake Catamount 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam Oak Creek re £ ¤ dd Willia m Middle Fork Elk River S eek d Cr hea Riv er Elk Pearl Lake iver lk R rk E Lit. C Freeman Res. Le s I dd 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. . Fo ott o n 13 dd k ree ¬ « wo od Cr. H Elk River ork ter C To Baggs, WY N. F River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ne yC ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.) — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE) — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW TERROR CREEK, WEST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW TWIN CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. Cutthroat over 11 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 4. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 5. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 7. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 38 2021 COLORADO FISHING GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY, MONTROSE, DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE LASALLE RD. BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ VALCO PONDS 4 & 5 — PUEBLO 1. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 1. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. Timothy Marette at Staunton State Park for a CPW ice-fishing clinic. © Brandon Marette, CPW GO ICE FISHING! ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ■ Steamboat Lake, Routt Co. ■ Stagecoach Reservoir, Routt Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state.co.us/icefishing safety FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. �WATERS ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WACKER PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WANEKA LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NEW WILDCAT CREEK — DOLORES, MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NEW WOLF CREEK, SOUTH FORK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH BASS All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification PIKE Purchase your 2021–2022 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us, click "Buy and Apply" IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION �removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid How to safely remove hooks: Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold it WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouths and body SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tails ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be greengray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BLUEHEAD SUCKER Blue to gray head; olive to gray back with lighter belly; pebble-patterned scales near tail FLANNELMOUTH SUCKER Yellow to bronze backs with lighter-colored belly; large fleshy lips and large sickleshaped dorsal fin ROUNDTAIL CHUB Silver to olive with fine scales; adult males often with red to orange pigment on cheeks, fins, belly HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See pages 8 and 10 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.state.co.us/regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a hunting. friend hunting. Take a friend fishing. ES. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES. LIVE LIFE CONTEST STARTS IN AUGUST! CPW.STATE.CO.US/TAKEAFRIEND OUTSIDE CPW.STATE.CO.US/TAKEAFRIEND WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES 42 REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/b5ac7f82563bfed44655d05437ff2729.pdf 839595b671c5fb6758ff09e591eea3f4 PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2020 Colorado Fishing SEASON: NEW MARCH 1, 2020–MARCH 31, 2021 cpw.state.co.us �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS VIDEOS FISHING FOR HIP HOP: COLORADO STYLE CPW HATCHERY TRUCKS 101 PLACES TO TAKE A KID FISHING © Vic Schendel for CPW GET THE CPW FISHING APPS: The CPW Fishing app can help you discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check local conditions, read up on regulations and more! The CPW Match a Hatch app can help you match your fly to the same insects where you’re fishing! CO OUTDOORS “QUICK TIP”: SPINCAST REELS �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2020................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 Dan Prenzlow ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ What you need to buy a fishing license; license requirements......................1 ■ Secure ID & residency requirements; Habitat Stamps; special licenses..........2 COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Wild Trout; stream surveys.................3 ■ State records program: Records by Weight; Records by Length......................4 ■ State Records by Weight award table.............................................................4 ■ Master Angler program; award lengths.........................................................5 ■ Help improving fisheries................................................................................5 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................6 ■ Glossary of fish terms.....................................................................................7 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................7 Michelle Zimmerman, Chair Marvin McDaniel, Vice-Chair James Vigil, Secretary Taishya Adams Robert W. Bray Charles Garcia Marie Haskett FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 Chelsea Harlan COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of Sept. 2019 REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 PRINTED The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW) receives federal financial assistance from multiple bureaus within the U.S. Department of the Interior. Under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability or age. In addition, CPW adheres to all antidiscrimination laws of the state of Colorado. For more information on how to request an accommodation or to file a grievance, please visit cpw.state.co.us/accessibility. SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.state.co.us/regulations CPW REGIONAL AND AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 1313 Sherman St., #618 Denver, 80203 303-297-1192 (M–F 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/fishing/brochure Send us your fishing photos and stories for a chance to be featured on this brochure cover or CPW's online blog! HUNTER.TESTIMONIALS@STATE.CO.US OTHER PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: ▶ Ice fishing. © Seth Firestone, CPW C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2020 Colorado Fishing SEASON: MARCH 1, 2020–MARCH 31, 2021 ▶ Having fun at the Family Crappie Fishing & Cooking Clinic hosted by CPW. © CPW ▶ James Bixler takes his grandson, Phoenix Garrett Thomas, fishing at Bear Creek Lake. © Belinda Bixler ▶ A successful day! © CPW 2020 COLORADO FISHING COVER PHOTO © Jerry Neal, CPW February 2020 by Publication Printers, Denver: 300,000 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River.........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin.................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages...................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa..................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage.............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin.....................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers..............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker..............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line..........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig.................................................36 COVER PHOTO: ▶ Jake Ruthven helping out at the brown trout spawn at North Delaney Butte Lake. © Jerry Neal, CPW Carrie Besnette Hauser Betsy Blecha Luke B. Schafer Eden Vardy Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Dan Prenzlow, CPW Director cpw.state.co.us BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2020 REGULATION CHANGES & NEW INFORMATION ▶ VALID DATES FOR ANNUAL LICENSES & HABITAT STAMPS HAVE CHANGED: ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER HAS NEW REGULATIONS: New special catch and release, Annual hunting and fishing licenses (such as fishing, small game, furbearer, resident combo small game/fishing) and Habitat Stamps will be valid March 1–March 31 of the following year (13 months), instead of April 1–March 31. Annual licenses go on sale March 1. See "Habitat Stamps," page 2. ▶ NEW SENIOR COMBO SMALL GAME/FISHING LICENSE: Customers age 65 and and flies-and-lures-only regulations are now in place on the Uncompahgre River for a two mile stretch through the City of Montrose. See page 38. ▶ VALCO PONDS 4 & 5 (PUEBLO CO.) HAVE NEW REGULATIONS: Valco Ponds 4 and 5 will be open in early 2020. See property-specific regulations on page 38. older can now purchase a combination small game/fishing license for $28, plus the search-and-rescue and Wildlife Education Fund fees (see table below.) ▶ DISTURBING TROT-LINES IS PROHIBITED: Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines and now trot-lines set by CPW is not allowed. See pages 8–9 for more fishing regulations. ▶ NEW INFORMATION FOR RECORDS PROGRAMS: Updated information for the ▶ SPRING FISHING CLOSURE EXTENDED FOR MIDDLE COLORADO & LOWER ROARING FORK RIVERS. THE CLOSURE NOW INCLUDES ELK CREEK: Spawn- ing tributaries along the middle Colorado River and lower Roaring Fork River are now closed from March 15–May 31 (instead of May 15), as well as Oct. 1‒Nov. 30. The tributaries include: Canyon, Elk, Grizzly and No Name creeks on the Colorado River, and Fourmile Creek and Threemile Creek on the Roaring Fork River. Records by Weight, Records by Length and Master Angler programs can be found on pages 4–5. LICENSE INFORMATION NEW SEASON DATES: Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS: Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp from June 6–7, 2020. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS, ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)....................................$10.13 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp.............................................................$304.11 AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP required for motorboats and sailboats AMOUNT ■ RESIDENTS Annual.....................................................................................$25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual.....................................................................................$50.00 LICENSES FEE ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–64).............................................................$35.17 Senior annual (65+)................................................................$9.85 Small game & fishing combo...................................................$50.37 NEW Senior small game & fishing combo (65+)...........$29.75 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual.....................................................................................$97.97 Five-day..................................................................................$32.14 ■ YOUTH Residents ages 16–17.........................................................$9.85 Second-rod charge still applies. RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS ■ Second-rod stamp....................................................................$10.87 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16 (see "Second-rod Stamp" at right). ■ One-day fishing: residents........................................................$13.90 ■ One-day fishing: nonresidents..................................................$16.94 ■ Additional-day fishing..............................................................$6.81 Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID MARCH 1–MARCH 31 THE NEXT YEAR (13 MONTHS) WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1 ▶ ID: Secure and verifiable ID (See cpw.state.co.us/secure-verifiable-id for more information.) AND: ▶ PROOF of residency for Colorado residents. (See page 2.) 2 HABITAT STAMP: A 2020 or lifetime Habitat Stamp is required prior to buying a license for anyone ages 18–64. One will be automatically added to your purchase, if applicable. (See page 2.) NOTE: A Social Security number is required for new customers age 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp). LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $9.85. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a secondrod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents age 65 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $9.85 NEW or an annual senior combo small game/fishing license for $29.75, both of which include the 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 65 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trot-lines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crusta- ceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and federal law require a Social Security number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to C ​ hild Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. CPW.STATE.CO.US 1 �LICENSES 1 SECURE ID & RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS ▶ cpw.state.co.us/proofofresidency ▶ The physical residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an Above: Colorado "blackline" licenses may not be used as secure address other than in Colorado. and verifiable identification or to prove residency. ▶ CPW cannot accept Colorado-issued drivers licenses, permits or IDs that state “Not valid for federal identification, voting or public benefit purposes” (see image above). You will need another valid form of identification to purchase a hunting or fishing license in Colorado. See: cpw.state.co.us/secure-verifiable-id NOTE: CPW can accept valid drivers licenses, permits or IDs issued by another state, even if those out-of-state documents do not meet federal REAL ID requirements. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: You must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have your primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last 6 months. b. Proof: Current and valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ID is not 6 months old, you must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in "Additional Residency Proofs" below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least 6 months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: You must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date you became a full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado (including your spouse/dependents). Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: You must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as your home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident (including your spouse/dependents). b. Proof: Military ID and orders. 6. YOUTH Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS If you otherwise meet residency requirements but your Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than 6 months ago, or you have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on your record, you must provide at least two additional proofs of residency showing 6 consecutive months of Colorado residency immediately prior to buying or applying for a license. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES 2 If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. 2020 COLORADO FISHING 2 HABITAT STAMPS Habitat Stamps are $10.13 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. NEW Stamps are valid March 1– March 31 (13 months). ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a huntingb or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is $304.11. ▶ Anyone who holds a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran lifetime combo NEW or first responder combo small-game/fishing license, or are approved for the Big Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See: cpw.state.co.us/accessibility SPECIAL LICENSE INFORMATION CPW offers several programs for hunters and anglers with disabilities. Go to cpw.state.co.us/accessibility for more information on each program and how to apply. These programs require advance legal paperwork submissions. RESIDENT FISHING LIFETIME PROGRAM Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled can apply for a free lifetime fishing license. RESIDENT VETERAN LIFETIME PROGRAM Military veterans who are disabled and residents of Colorado are eligible to apply for a lifetime fishing and small game combo license. The veteran must have proof of a service-connected disability, with an overallcombined rating of 60% or more by the Department of Veteran's Affairs. Purple Heart recipients are also eligible to apply for the combo license. RESIDENT FIRST RESPONDER LIFETIME PROGRAM Colorado residents who are disabled first responders can obtain a lifetime first responder combination small game/fishing license. The first responder must have proof of a permanent occupational disability. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/ wq-fish-consumption �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-sized (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant coldwater fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water: G ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the U.S. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ■ BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek, and from Canyon Creek (Grand Co.) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From U.S. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle fork, from the U.S. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County WILD TROUT PROGRAM STREAM SURVEYS CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and nonnative wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING © Kevin Rogers, CPW WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.state.co.us/fish/goldmedalpolicy Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather © CPW than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.state.co.us/fish/management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.state.co.us/fish/fisherydata CPW.STATE.CO.US 3 �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT SPECIES YEAR LOCATION AND COUNTY arctic char bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white eel, American freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow salmon, chinook salmon, kokanee (angling) salmon, kokanee (snagging) sauger saugeye splake sucker, white sunfish, bluegill 2017 Dillon Res., Summit 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 2017 Arkansas River, Bent 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 1993 Farm Pond, Delta 2019 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2017 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 2017 Frank State Wildlife Area 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 1976 Island Lake, Delta 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 2019 Totten Res., Montezuma 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 2007 Antero Res., Park 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 2005 Blue River, Summit 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson sunfish, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, redear tench tiger muskie trout, brook trout, brown trout, cutbow trout, golden trout, lake trout, native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, Snake River cutthroat trout, tiger walleye 4 2020 COLORADO FISHING STATE RECORDS PROGRAMS WEIGHT LENGTH ANGLER 4-2.4 26-15.0 11-6.0 1-1.3 6-11.0 4-7.9 29-5.0 4-7.0 35-5.0 57-13.0 5-1.0 29-2.112 43-10.1 30-9.6 3-7.8 4-3.8 3-1.0 17-3.0 1-10.0 5-2.0 30-11.0 1-14.0 2-9.6 11-0.0 6-13.0 7-5.0 3-6.7 10-14.0 18-15.0 5-6.7 2-9.5 1-5.0 1-5.0 1-8.5 0-15.2 5-6.9 40-2.0 7-10.0 30-8.0 18-8.0 3-12.0 50-5.6 16-0.0 19-9.6 17-2.6 8-3.7 18-12.6 23.5 37.5 22.5 10.5 21.5 17.75 39 18 38.75 47 23 38.5 40.5 38.75 17.5 17 35.25 31 17.25 18.75 46.5 13.25 13.75 28.5 27.5 27 21.5 28.5 32 23.5 15.25 11.5 11.25 10.75 10.5 20 53 n/a 36 28.5 22.5 44.25 n/a 34 33 27.5 34 Lindsay Regali Kevin Treanor Jarrett Edwards Timothy Fisk Raymond Ong Michael Hardin Harvey Shade Pedro Martinez Adam Wickam Brian Husmann Uldene Kuretich Randy Stillwell Jessica Walton Michael Flock Fesstus Stalder Daryel Thompson Juergen Kernal Faye Lancamp Derik Drinnen Richard Sals Tim Bone Dana Wilfong Justin Allbrandt Helen Eaton Will Arduino Lee Cox Jeff Riddle Rocklyn Beise Robin Perkins Jay Grupp Gregory Wallace Joshua Robinson Justin Evans Jeff Robinson Craig McNitt Craig Curtis Jason Potter George Knorr Alan Schneider Frank Stack Donald O’Leary Donald Walker George Hranchak Lee Cox Rob Peckham Anthony Janssen Scott Regan (lbs.-ozs.) (inches) CPW recognizes licensed anglers who catch exceptionally large fish through three separate programs: Records by Weight, Records by Length (released only) and Master Angler. STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT State Records by Weight is Colorado's original and oldest fishing recognition program. Fish records are tracked by weight in 49 different species categories (see table at left). If an angler catches a large fish that they believe may have broken the weight record in its species, there are a series of steps that must be taken to have the fish certified as a new state record: ▶ Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 18. ▶ The catch must be made in Colorado in compliance with all state fishing rules and regulations. ▶ The fish in question must be weighed on a state-certified scale (pounds and ounces). Statecertified scales are available at the four CPW regional offices: NE, NW, SE, SW. ▶ The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined, identified and the application signed by a CPW employee before an application is submitted. The employee will fill out and return the application form, picture of fish on scale showing weight, weight receipt of fish when possible and picture of fish on a length-measuring device to the Assistant Chief of Hatcheries in Denver. ▶ Verified state record applicants will receive a lapel pin. ▶ Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. See records and more information on qualifying: cpw.state.co.us/fish/records STATE RECORDS BY LENGTH State Records by Length recognizes the longest fish of a particular species that is caught and released by an angler, anywhere throughout Colorado. Records are by length (inches) for this program, and the angler will fill out and return an application form. Applications can be sent to: Record Fish Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Attn: Assistant Chief of Hatcheries, 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216. Prior to Jan. 2020, the fish that were considered for the Records by Length program came through our Master Angler program (see next page). The Master Angler program had minimal length verification requirements to verify the size of the fish before it was released. Because of this, the validity of some catches was brought into question. NEW Starting Jan. 2020, our Records by Length program will be a stand-alone program where specific steps must be followed for record submission and acceptance. Unlike the Records by Weight program, these fish MUST BE RELEASED in order to qualify. See records and more information on qualifying lengths: cpw.state.co.us/fish/records. Look for a new State Records by Length table in this brochure next year! �GENERAL MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES The Master Angler Program was designed to recognize anglers for success in their sport, as well as to promote the conservation of fishery resources and quality fishing by encouraging the careful release of trophy-sized popular sport species. Master Angler awards are based on fish length rather than weight; this allows anglers to measure fish and return them to the water alive if they choose to do so. There are 46 categories of species recognized in this program, and there can be more than one Master Angler award given in each category every year. See award lengths table below. Anglers who catch a qualifying-length fish will get a Master Angler certificate and patch: only one patch per angler per year. For more information on the program, including application rules, and to see the Heritage Master Angler Lengths table online, go to: cpw.state.co.us/ fish/masterangler SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: AWARD LENGTHS FOR MASTER ANGLER SPECIES arctic char bass, hybrid striped (wiper) bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, white carp, common carp, grass catfish, black bullhead catfish, brown bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead crappie, black crappie, white freshwater drum grayling mountain whitefish northern pike perch, Sacramento perch, yellow LENGTH (inches) 18 25 18 10 17 18 28 17 30 30 14 14 30 30 30 14 14 20 15 15 36 12 12 LENGTH (inches) salmon, chinook 28 salmon, kokanee (angling) 20 sauger 16 saugeye 26 splake 20 sucker, white 22 sucker, longnose 18 sunfish, bluegill 10 sunfish, green 10 sunfish, hybrid 10 sunfish, redear 12 tench 18 tiger muskie 40 trout, brook 16 trout, brown 22 trout, cutbow 22 trout, golden 16 trout, lake 32 trout, native cutthroat 20 trout, rainbow 24 trout, Snake River cutthroat 20 trout, tiger 18 walleye 26 SPECIES MEASURE YOUR CATCH 1. Fish must be hooked, played and landed on sport tackle by the entrant. (Snagged fish are not eligible.) 2. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible for entry and must be submitted within 60 days of catch. 3. All state fishing regulations must be followed. 4. How to measure your fish's length: Close the fish's mouth and measure from the tip of jaw to the tip of the tail with a measuring device behind the fish and not following the curvature of the fish. This is the total length. ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW, and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to "catch and keep" these fish. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Kenney Reservoir: northern pike ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike; smallmouth bass; walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. Check the Special Regulations on pages 11–39 of this brochure. ■ Check online health advisories at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption REMEMBER: ■ Do not move fish from one body of water to another! Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live fish as bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. ■ Report any poaching activity to Operation Game Thief: REPORT POACHERS OPERATION GAME THIEF: 1-877-265-6648 EMAIL: GAME.THIEF@STATE.CO.US Earn a reward payment for reporting wildlife violations by calling Operation Game Thief. Callers can remain anonymous. (This number is not for information requests or emergencies.) 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. ANS STAMP: required for motorboats and sailboats To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must now have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw. state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian © CPW watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. from entering our state by following the guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 72 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/invasive-species 6 MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.state.co.us/boatingregistration 2020 COLORADO FISHING ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are 72 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state. co.us/fish/boatinspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.state.co.us/rustycrayfish �GENERAL FISHING TERMS GLOSSARY ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented materials (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. The Reel Deal The CPW Fishing app can help you discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check conditions, regulations and more! The CPW Match a Hatch app can help you match your fly to the same insects where you’re fishing! ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trot-line, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which in- cludes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9 and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROT-LINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. Search “CPW Fishing” and “Colorado Match a Hatch” on: CPW Fishing Match a Hatch 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 Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/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 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to fish on private property without first getting permission from the landowner. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROT-LINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trot-line. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trot-lines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See Special Conditions and Restrictions, below. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See Use and Collection of Bait Fish, below. 8. LIVETRAPS Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw.state.co.us/regulations 8 2020 COLORADO FISHING b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. See "h. Crustaceans" on next page. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear and pumpkin-seed sunfish; gizzard shad, longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any manmade ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. �FISHING LAWS b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. h. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps, seines or NEW trot-lines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74 degrees F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. Tackle your trash. 6. TAGGING FISH & RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. Conservation starts small. 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions," page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state.co.us/fish/parkfinder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/ planyourvisit/fishing.htm STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. ■ Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 unlimited unlimited 10 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 West of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited East of Continental Divide 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. ■ Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. ■ Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT 4 (except kokanee) in aggregate* SEE SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 10 2020 COLORADO FISHING �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the G GOLD greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 3 for details. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.state. co.us/fish/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, MANNER OF TAKE, FISH­ING HOURS, ETC. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. G WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 2020 COLORADO FISHING Ten st rk A ve r Ea st sk Bu ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek d US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B er 12 ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. s Ri Riv ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. a an s rk Arkans as ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. C r. 24 ▶ BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. ne ssee £ ¤ C d ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 91 d rk Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest C r. Ea Turquoise Res. Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. Windsor Lake ssee ne Fo Fo A confluence To Minturn Ten d ke To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Timberline Lake C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAR RIVER — GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches ee k ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Cr ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles Cl Cr. ear Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. C To Salida ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS 40 To Granby d B ¬ « 9 d e d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA C A Blue Ca tar ac t d ek d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet d Creek ee k Sl ate r er C C North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri u ld Bo To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d F rey G d d le C Copper Mtn. d Tenm i C Swan Ri ver C French Gu A rk Fo N. A C lch Breckenridge d d d . Sp r uce C r Blue River Clinton A Reservoir 9 91 ¹ 0 ver d Coyne Valley Rd. bridge ¬ « Ri Dillon Keystone Reservoir d le Cr. Snak e dd mi 6 A d d 24 £ ¤ d C orral Cr. . W Te n £ ¤ A d 70 A u lc h B Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. d FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. d d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map To Glenwood Vail Springs FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Green Mountain Reservoir d FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Ri v e r ru c Sp A r. eC G G River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map B ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling d ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Fairplay ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CPW.STATE.CO.US 13 �WATERS ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BURGESS CREEK — GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call 303-651-8649 for details. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. Bag, max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 2. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 14 ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2020 COLORADO FISHING ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from December 1–February 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–August 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. Two youngsters fishing at Steamboat Lake State Park. © Vic Schendel TAKE KIDS FISHING! ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ takekidsfishing 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Co do er Riv a lor State Bridge d ¬ « ea do w Cr. Riv er r M d d B d Ab d d r. Edwards Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d A 70 eC B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra A s ton B Cr . C Wolcott Red Sand dd E. Meadow Cr. d C Eagle River A d d i ve d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge C Dotsero § ¦ ¨ yR d Gypsum Ponds SWA Eagle To Grand Junction ne 131 C o rad C Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi lo Co Lake Regulations d Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. r. Cr o To Leadville Confluence of East and South Forks ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK, AND FROM CANYON CREEK TO ROCK CREEK. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, NEW ELK, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. G ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. B FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. C ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 24 ss . W A To Dillon £ ¤ d Miles ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. os s d d 20 Cr d d 15 d 10 B er Riv gle d d 5 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet Cr Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr .B E ru sh Cr . . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. . 0 d G ¹ ¬ « 82 yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. CPW.STATE.CO.US 15 �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ¬ « d le C r. o d re is C ou Va squ ez Cre Lit. Vas quez C r. ek d £ ¤ tL Steel ma nC d d 4 5 10 Miles 15 20 Denver Water Board diversions To Silverthorne To Silverthorne 16 2020 COLORADO FISHING 40 d d 3 r. B ail Cr. 2 A Fk .C d Co rr 2 Co lo r Tenm i d d d d S ain A d r. d d d Denver Water Board diversion d d d B bt Bo 1 A For k N. A Cr e ek d Rd 30 rk A r. nch r ve r ive S . Fo oC Ra R ork d Big Hole Creek A Ri ek k Ha d Fraser C r. rd Cr. Hu m i l t o n C C ee Cr F ms k ree nC A For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map 40 dy d iv h or A er e k 3R Bl u e R She ep Three Licks Creek To Silverthorne Mead ow £ ¤ ll ia Wi d I USFS 125 bridge e re A C r G d rin Ro a d Granby ud eM 3 Rd US 40 bridge Li ttl Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map 0 D in ah ap Ar D D d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs r. . A r C Lake E Granby Monarch Lake C s Fra Rd C d H 33 ol er Tw dd 22 Rd ek Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 ¹ re ey C nn 1R Williams Fork Reservoir ¬ « D Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin eC F Willow Creek Res. Ki A d I Rd Radium d d o ad 1 k 2 Rd Kremmling r ee k C k 134 I r ee g Carter Cree k w llo r ee C al Grand Lake Shadow Mtn. Res. Wi Trou ble s om e C d ¬ « 34 d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d d dy A d d d u d 125 d M d d A £ ¤ d Li t. ree n G C r. To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Colorado River A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released C - 2 trout limit D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit F - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 G - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slinbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. § ¦ ¨ 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. CPW recommends anglers disinfect waders and other fishing gear between uses (see page 6) to limit the spread of aquatic nuisance species and their potential to negatively impact cutthroat trout. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18–22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CPW.STATE.CO.US 17 �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d k Tra i lC ree Can Ja r d g re e k on E sco nd ido V yon r La Jar a C Ca n k aC To La Jara 40 Spectacle Lake R i to Colorado 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake Cr ee k Di xie ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d M E X I C O d ree k n nyo Ca e ek d k A re e C A D er Cr Cumbres A k B B si ¬ « 17 de C ree k 18 lf C A Ca sca W O r ee Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s L D d no pC hee A Osier d Pi Cre ek S Gr ouse os d oD eL 1 FR Na t Menkhaven Resort g on iver Ri o iv e C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek sR ejo on ham a Fo x k C d ree d d r Bea v d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros FR 259 Cr. Red Lake A a 2020 COLORADO FISHING k h N E W 18 os ou k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 Hot C ree Laguna Venado ee k 2 To La Jara e ek g h Cr. Victoria Lake A 1 e Cre 0 .R N. F k Alverjones Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 Ruybalid Lake l ¹ t C re River No Name Lake El k C chu A 25 South Fork confluence e Cr. erd Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. Empedrado Lake Ro u Wes tF am Cr . Lost Lake River 50 J C i C nejo s 2 FR A FR Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Green Lake So k ree Fk C T A A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th a C r. ng Creek Blue Lake ke La k Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake er J im Ha Twin Lakes er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr S ad e To Alamosa r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake Ri v oC A osa Al A Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR A la m si d or Big Lake Ca t C r e ek a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d eek A A L o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r d C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch S. F k . t Cree k d Co n A A d Mix Lake Rito G d Cr. at ld Go d e ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir tR dd i ve Rd 209 d K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit r 5 76 B C Rd Top of Taylor dam 81 3 i nn Gu d US50 bridge hi Cr e Rd 763 k d Tom ic ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 Sou th To m ¬ « 114 ich i Cr ee k Be av Blue Mesa dam 149 50 To Salida ! ¬ « £ ¤ Co c het opa Creek ek Cr e er K 25 Rd Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 225 yards downstream of dam d d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n so 76 Rd F ek Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd ek ee d v er Ri k ree d Cr e d Cr ee k West E lk Cr F eC A ek ek Steube n re ver C C re D l op A A Bea A A nt e re ek East E as t We st o pe nt e l West A ver C So a Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU k ree p E 74 2 o A B e av e r C 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA D Hatchery outlet West Bea er Riv lor 42 Rd 7 Ta y Rd d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d 1 KK 4R d B d B h ek opa Cr e 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e Cr Co c het 27 Rd sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River ison d d unn Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H dd Cr. aver A Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks d Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary C r. Be rk G A k lla Cree Cebo La k e Fo a ve Rd r dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 d 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Blue Mesa Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 20 2020 COLORADO FISHING GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. NEW ▶ ELK CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM TO THE U.S. 6 BRIDGE IN NEW CASTLE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 31, and from Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELK RIVER — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH, AND MIDDLE FORKS) — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. CATCH CRAPPIE! © CPW ■ Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent & Kiowa Cos. ■ Turk's Pond, Baca Co. ■ John Martin Reservoir, Bent Co. ■ North Sterling Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Prewitt Reservoir, Logan & Washington Cos. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan & Sedgwick Cos. ■ Crawford State Park, Delta Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FISH CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: To McClure Pass/Carbondale ! d Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted East Fork Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Terror Creek Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin A Terror Creek Reservoir Ridgway Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted West Fork Terror Creek Reservoir outlet Sept. 1-Dec. 31; No bag or possession limit for smallmouth bass; Terror Creek A Paonia To the Grand Mesa Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water River Reservoir immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as Gu n n ison C a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with Terror Creek 65 H CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within Top of Paonia 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Cedaredge d d ! d d ¬ « 133 Boundary fence below stilling basin Fo r k ! Fruit Growers Reservoir E d Delta E Unco B h g re mp a nn i so Olathe F n d d B I Colo 90 bridge E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. Montrose C £ ¤ 50 550 co Un H - *Non-native fish regulation Cimarron Rd dd G 858 Rd dd I C Ridgway Reservoir d Silverjack Reservoir a t e N Cree k d D d 8 Rd A Ridgway 10 Rd er Riv ! d To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton k ree Ouray CR 23 bridge ¹ C Cow ¬ « 860 Rd 8 Rd D 62 To Placerville Morrow Point Reservoir iver Ridgway dam D C Cimarro n R Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Blue Mesa Reservoir C dd hgre H *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam Blue Mesa dam Morrow Point dam Crystal Reservoir mpa - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation 92 Cerro Summit Reservoir £ ¤ G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 ¬ « d d Lasalle Rd. bridge 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map d £ ¤ 50 D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 ! Crawford Reservoir eek r gC A Do u M u d d y Creek Gould Reservoir Ri ver d C - Fishing prohibited as posted Crawford d B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water R i v er Top of Crawford dam r A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released on North boundary fence Gu Rive River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: nnis A d H 92 Gu d d Sweitzer Lake ¬ « h Smi t Fork d Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) North Sec on dC r ee k d H d er d £ ¤ 50 Riv d H niso n Confluence with Anthracite Creek Hotchkiss 92 Gun Paonia H ¬ « I Reservoir dam ¬ « To Grand Junction 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 West Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 B Gu nn Grand Junction ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso To Gateway 70 § ¦ ¨ Riv 15 D To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 B Mesa ¬ « e re k Griffith Res. on C k A hu 65 ¬ « Island Lake r. d A To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Vega Res. C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge C te ¬ « 325 Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran B ac ar Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 rado A E. F k. P Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ¬ « De Beque ve r Ri 70 § ¦ ¨ Co Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r Highline Res. h C Parachute hu te A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. River Regulations Bul 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ Mack 139 k H Mack Mesa Res. eek ¬ « d East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. C r ee A T d U To Rangely d t Cr R oan Sa l ac Ea s t P ar kW as Cr. M ac d d ek re o d Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2020 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC er �WATERS ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 MILES: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 24 2020 COLORADO FISHING ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG — FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. �To Walden 14 ¬ « Colo 14 bridge E d Joe Wright Reservoir Jo eW Zimmerman Lake Chambers Lake r. g on tC rig h Po ud C ch ar in g A C r. aw .S he ep Cr A . h A ee y Cr. ive r B B Kinikinik .P B eep Cr . ine Cr. Rustic d d B dre er nn Rd re ud Po E 63 eC r. River 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 14 ¬ « ther Lak 74E Rd es R d Red Fe a 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Pe Riv B Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) D P in Parvin Lake Dowdy Lake N. L o ne Pingree Park Rd./bridge West boundary of Hombre Ranch Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary A . Cr Po u dre River L eP on Deadm an R d 162 R d Red Feather Lakes B Bull Creek confluence Divide Creek confluence ive r N. F k. Pou dre R Upper Poudre River Drainage r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A Sh re Ri v er oud Eaton Reservoir Big Bend campground upper boundary d Long Draw Reservoir C ul Ma dr eR re D Ri v er Wil d A d 80C Rd d u 9 44H R d Halligan Reservoir To Laramie k. ¹ 0 14 ¬ « Miles 0.5 Upper boundary of Gateway Park eR dr d B 1 Masonville u Po B Milton Seaman Reservoir iv. Fort Collins Laporte Watson Lake Ted's Place To 287 £ ¤ Livermore Milton Seaman Reservoir Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd Poudre Park See inset map eC e Pin r. 12 re River P o ud L on Po ud r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 River Regulations d L Po Dr llow ck H o d To Wyoming d d r. pC d d d d Fk E. . Fk . S W Cr . N. Fk d G P ou d d Rd ms p Shee d k. d Ro la d S. F Rd irie Pra ve o t S Rd 27 d oc 162 R d d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 d d d 103 lia Cr. d S.Fk . d R 69 k C r. F Fk. N. iver eR N. d Lake Regulations WATERS CPW.STATE.CO.US 25 �WATERS ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. 26 2020 COLORADO FISHING ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR — BENT 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $43, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LAGERMAN RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. �WATERS B Creede ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 160 Beaver Creek Res. A Cr ee k Alberta A Park Res. Poage Lake US Forest Service boundary a West Fk. San Francisco Cr. W. San Francisco Lk. ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. n Fr n Pi Be La Garita G Rd Rd ek R os Gr a iv er ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. k. o Ri Gra n d e an cisc o Cre ek T Miles F S. nd e k 16 To Pagosa Springs E South Fork e ver Cr e 12 Big Meadows Res. Sa C 33.0 Rd Rio Grande Canal diversion structure E Rio Go To Saguache eek Colo 149 bridge ose e ek Creek FR 52 3 o D Carner o C r eek 38 A arg Cr Pa ss 8 eek Emb Rive r Cr ut ro 4 ero La Gari ta Cr D Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water A A A Prong Cr. Cre k ree sC er Cr. Lower boundary of River Hill Campground 2 Rd Miners Cr. . Carner Fk A re ek A . Cr rn Sa r. a gu River Regulations 0 S. in ar Cle d 18 R D Rio B . M k. Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. ch Sa k S. F F N. Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B 149 Continental Res. r. eC ac h . To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ach gu B 41 G Lake Regulations N. Fk. Ca Upper Rio Grande Basin 112 285 Del Norte R iver 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek ▶ MAD CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �J Rifle C d A C o lo ra d o US 6 bridge in New Castle 2 I Rive Roaring Fork River C 6 M e ll itch C Cr k ree eC F A d G d A r. F G Glenwood Springs I A 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence B am e d Miles A North side of I-70 bridge Upper boundary of Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery oN d 70 § ¦ ¨ I A C F 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C d To Delta F 133 Fo ¬ « Glenwood Springs ile Creek rk F Rive Trail Cr. Lost B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek r B E 0 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir H 3 82 River E D 5 Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d R oc D F Ruedi Reservoir B ky Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan r 15 20 To Independence Pass ¹ *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Snowmass To Vail Dotsero mass Cree k 4 d C River Inset Map Silt Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C v er For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map S no w 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence I d C Elk d C I-70 Exit 90 bridge rado Colo Harvey Gap Reservoir (Please see inset map) A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H - Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 31 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cr. 0 B d For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction 13 ¬ « 325 ¬ « eek To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir d r ee k Cr ee k Gri zz ly d Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit s t al R iver Ri Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited d T hre emil r. Canyon Cr d r Cry ee k d Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers rk d d d k r ee so n C ol C p it d Nic k el Fo dd Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d d N ri n Ca a Ro d rm Fou k Fou r m ile C d g ari n Ro d d d 2020 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d or d Fry ing pan WATERS r e Riv ve Ri d d d �WATERS WATCH ONLINE: BIG BROWN TROUT IN COLORADO Learn all about our spawn-take operation at North Delaney Butte Lake in Walden, CO! ▶ youtube.com/ watch?v=e3E8hyUcBus 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORRISON CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trot-lines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only « ¬ 9 Mid e dl £ ¤ 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel ve r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ 9 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South e nn l C d d d Pl a Ri 24 r d C A d ut h F o rk So a Ch E 24 ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ 2 4 8 Miles 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 30 2020 COLORADO FISHING e st d To Buena Vista 0 C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water A Garo Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released 12 To Canon City 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d d Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only River Regulations River B d To Fairplay d South Platte River in South Park Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed; Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately To Denver To Denver R 124 Phillipsburg Conifer £ ¤ 285 3 Rd ut h So Strontia Springs Res. Rd att e Ri Foxton 85 To Castle Rock 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion ve Strontia Springs Dam ver Ri r To Castle Rock South Platte rk 96 Fo ¬ « 67 Rd Nighthawk ut h 97 Rd rC r Oxyoke e e k 67 Rd 126 Rd So B Suga River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit B Deckers d A d Cheesman Res. rs e Ho d e ek Wigwam Club (Private) Creek r. Scraggy View Picnic Ground Creek Pl a 40 Rd Pi ne d Gu n b arrel C B ea r tte 67 Rd 12 6 Cr £ ¤ d Pl Rd No r th am Spring Gulch Pond C 83 Rd W ig w 5 Rd d Rd Glenelk 12 6 7 Rd Kassler 97 To Bailey Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd To Denver d C r. ¬ « 67 º Fo u r m il e Cr e ek To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER Permits Required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 32 2020 COLORADO FISHING ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $43, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 5. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 6. Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. 7. Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 8. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 9. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1– April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 10. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. �White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations Cr Fork A B Ri ve d d C 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake r ve d d Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B To Rifle Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek 13 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Buford So ut h Rd d d ve Ri Fla Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement B 15 5 d d D C h Nor t r B Ri 8R Lake Avery r ¬ « d er Be av Big Wakara Fishing Lease D C A d lC r. d 15 R C d 13 Rd 6 Rd White 8 Rd Sn el d 7 Rd C r. 8R d 4 Rd d d d d C D Cr. 64 hn ¬ « Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C Fawn Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A ee k d Ha 13 st Cr. Lo ¬ « d Rd d Rd 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie To Craig 7 ek WATERS 0 White 3 6 12 18 Miles ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER) — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 9R C Rio Blanco Lake d d 5R Colo 13 bridge k r ee B d Meeker A ¬ « R 24 d Cr e ek ree Fla g C an ce C 13 Pice Rd glas k 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 d Miles 5R 2.5 To Rifle To Loma ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 34 2020 COLORADO FISHING FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d d d X 24 Do u llo Ye B r ve Ri d Cr ee k d 122 R 7 Rd d 1R d ke eek te hi B Taylor Draw Dam 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White B B Kenney Reservoir Str a o Cr 21 R River o Cr y err Rd wb ¬ « 64 A H d T 65 w 40 To Craig ash R 61 £ ¤ Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U Dinosaur River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �WATERS ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SANCHEZ RESERVOIR — COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SARVIS CREEK — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. DONATE ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TO COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE! Direct donations, volunteering and more: cpw.state.co.us/donate ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SODA CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be re turned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Whitefish regulation B - *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released;*Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation G - 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation H - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation I - *Non-native fish regulation J - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released K - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 L - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit F N. d r Cr. te Le s dd L A S A d El k iver Riv er k Middle Fork Elk River d A Pearl Lake lk R rk E Elk ee d Cr hea Elk River ork A . Fo ot t on Steamboat Lake 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. Lit. C C k ree 13 dd ow ¬ « wo od Cr. K ill To Baggs, WY 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W d *Whitefish regulation - Bag limit for whitefish is 4; Possession limit for whitefish is 8 *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie d River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A ee k Cr tion ifi ca d H G Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek A d F d James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) d Colo 394 Bridge d River d 40 d ¬ « £ ¤ Hayden Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « 13 s Fo rk ¬ « 317 ¬ « W d d d er d 10 Miles 36 2020 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 d Stillwater Res. Yamcolo Res. ne yC d 5 d d d k 4 ee Cr son 3 dd v Ri ar Be im 2 ri or A Ch 1 M Yampa J A d iver ¹ d Crosho Res. Sheriff Reservoir a R J B se Cr. Poo or k or k A mp Ya Phippsburg ia ill iams F k Will Vaughn Res. A S ar v is C reek d Cre ek Tr ou t rk os J 40 dd o East F ap Sou th For Mo r eek m sF £ ¤ d Stagecoach Res. B To Walden/ Kremmling k D C Oak Creek ree Lake Catamount 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam A 0 A E d Burgess Cr. W alton C 131 Cr A dd Willia m To Meeker d d 394 H I 13 A pa Yam ¬ « d A Creek da So d 40 A d £ ¤ Craig Elkhead Res. d Cree k d Ma t For To Dinosaur Porcupine Lake ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.) — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE) — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15– NEW May 31 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. Cutthroat over 11 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 4. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 5. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 7. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. 38 2020 COLORADO FISHING ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM SHERIFF RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH YAMPA RIVER: 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trot-lines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY, NEW MONTROSE, NEW DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. GO ICE FISHING! © Daniel Tilrem ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ■ Steamboat Lake, Routt Co. ■ Stagecoach Reservoir, Routt Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state.co.us/icefishing safety FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. NEW FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE LASALLE RD. BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. NEW ▶ VALCO PONDS 4 & 5 — PUEBLO 1. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag, possession limit for channel catfish is 1. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WACKER PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WALTON CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ WANEKA LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH BASS All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification PIKE Purchase your 2020–2021 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us, click "Buy and Apply" IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION �removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid How to safely remove hooks: Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold it WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouths and body SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tails ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be greengray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BLUEHEAD SUCKER Blue to gray head; olive to gray back with lighter belly; pebble-patterned scales near tail FLANNELMOUTH SUCKER Yellow to bronze backs with lighter-colored belly; large fleshy lips and large sickleshaped dorsal fin ROUNDTAIL CHUB Silver to olive with fine scales; adult males often with red to orange pigment on cheeks, fins, belly HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See pages 8 and 10 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.state.co.us/regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a Take Take a afriend friend hunting. fishing. friend hunting. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES. WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. LIVE LIFE OUTSIDE LIVE LIFE OUTSIDE CPW.STATE.CO.US/TAKEAFRIEND CPW.STATE.CO.US/TAKEAFRIEND THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. 42 2020 COLORADO FISHING � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/9820f2aa47eceea63280aa1419ae9a22.pdf fbb8a7fdbd7b75b424151912f7798426 PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2019 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2019–MARCH 31, 2020 cpw.state.co.us �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS VIDEOS HERMAN GULCH GREENBACK CUTTHROAT TROUT RECOVERY OUT OF WATER: STOCKING NATIVE TROUT IN ALPINE LAKES GET THE CPW FISHING APP: Discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check weather and water conditions, read up on regulations and more! © Dustin Doskocil CPW’S WINTER STOCKING PROGRAM HOW TO FILLET A FISH �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2019................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ Habitat Stamp information............................................................................1 ■ Health advisories............................................................................................1 ■ License requirements; residency requirements; special licenses...................2 COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE, ACTING DIRECTOR Jeffrey M. Ver Steeg GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of March 2019 ■ How to get started fishing.............................................................................3 ■ Help improving fisheries................................................................................3 ■ State records by weight; state records program; award lengths.....................4 ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Master Angler; Wild Trout..................5 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................6 ■ Glossary of fish terms.....................................................................................7 ■ Online fishing information resources.............................................................7 John Howard, Chair Michelle Zimmerman, Vice-Chair James Vigil, Secretary Robert W. Bray Taishya Adams Charles Garcia Marie Haskett FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 Chelsea Harlan REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 PRINTED CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.state.co.us/regulations SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 CPW REGIONAL AND AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 1313 Sherman St., #618 Denver, 80203 303-297-1192 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/fishing/brochure Send us your fishing photos and stories for a chance to be featured on a brochure cover or CPW's online blog! HUNTER.TESTIMONIALS@STATE.CO.US C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2019 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2019–MARCH 31, 2020 OTHER PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: ▶ Going fishing. © Wayne D. Lewis, CPW ▶ A fly fisherwoman at Yampa River State Park. © Vic Schendel ▶ Rainbow trout © Vic Schendel ▶ Mancos State Park © Dustin Doskocil 2019 COLORADO FISHING COVER PHOTO © Ken Papaleo March 2019 by Publication Printers, Denver: 320,000 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River.........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin.................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages...................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa..................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage.............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin.....................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers..............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker..............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line..........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig.................................................36 COVER PHOTO: ▶ Chatfield State Park © Ken Papaleo Carrie Besnette Hauser Marvin McDaniel Luke Schafer Eden Vardy Dan Gibbs, ex-officio member Kate Greenberg, ex-officio member Jeffrey M. Ver Steeg, Acting CPW Director cpw.state.co.us BRUSH 28167 County Rd. T Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Rd. 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Rd. Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT’S NEW: 2019 REGULATION CHANGES & NEW INFORMATION ▶ THE FUTURE GENERATIONS ACT & THE MUSSEL-FREE COLORADO ACT PASSED THE 2018 STATE LEGISLATURE: Thank you to all of the hunters and anglers ▶ AGE INCREASE FOR SENIOR AND LOW-INCOME SENIOR FISHING LICENSES: who helped support the Future Generations Act, the Mussel-free Colorado Act and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. These acts are a huge step for funding wildlife conservation. You’ll see some changes in 2019, including a small fee increase for resident licenses and the Wildlife Education Fund. Please check the website for more information: cpw.state.co.us/feechanges ▶ NEW AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP NOW REQUIRED: Motorboats and sailboats must have an ANS Stamp prior to launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vessel. ■ Motorboats and sailboats registered in Colorado, and those residents that are exempt from in-state registration: $25.00 ■ Motorboats and sailboats that are registered outside of Colorado: $50.00 Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS stamp at time of registration, either online or at any CPW office or state park. Nonresidents, and those residents with watercraft documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration, can purchase the ANS Stamp online at cpw.state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or at any CPW office, state park or sales location. Funding contributes to the detection, prevention and management of ANS in the state. Thank you for protecting our waters and contributing to conservation in Colorado! Go to cpw.state.co.us/boatingregistration and see "Aquatic Nuisance Species," page 6 of this brochure, for more details. LICENSE INFORMATION WHAT'S NEW Colorado residents must now be 65 instead of 64 to purchase an annual senior fishing license or senior lifetime low-income fishing license. See page 2. ▶ WALLEYE SPAWNING CLOSURE DATES EXPANDED AT SEVERAL PROPERTIES: Chatfield, Cherry Creek and Pueblo Reservoirs are closed to fishing from the dam and within 100 feet of the dam or walleye spawning nets from Mar. 1–April 15 (instead of from Mar. 15), or until spawning operations are complete. The closure is also 24 hours a day now at these properties. ▶ NEW REGULATIONS FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES: ■ Chatfield Reservoir: Fishing is no longer allowed on the ponds in the dog offleash area. See page 14. ■ Dry Gulch: Fishing is with artificial flies and lures only, and all trout must be returned to the water immediately. See page 20. ■ Pueblo Reservoir: New crappie and wiper restrictions: The bag and possession limit for crappie is 10, and the min. catch size is 10 inches long; the bag and possession limit for wiper is 5, and only one wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. See page 32. ■ Rio Grande: Special regulations now apply to a larger portion of the river, from the lower boundary of River Hill Campground, downstream to the Colo. 149 bridge. See page 33. ■ Upper Seepage Lake: Fishing is with artificial flies and lures only. The bag and possession limit for trout is 2, and the min. catch size is 16 inches long. See page 38. ▶ THE SEARCH-AND-RESCUE & WILDLIFE EDUCATION FUND FEES WILL BE ADDED TO THE SECOND ROD STAMP & ADDITIONAL-DAY FISHING LICENSE: See prices in the fee table. ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2019–MARCH 31, 2020 LICENSE FEES, HABITAT STAMPS, ANS STAMP HABITAT STAMPS FEE ■ Annual Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable)................................................ $10 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ■ Lifetime Habitat Stamp......................................................................... $300.25 NEW AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES (ANS) STAMP AMOUNT ■ RESIDENTS Annual................................................................................................. $25.00 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual................................................................................................. $50.00 LICENSES FEE ■ RESIDENTS Adult annual (18–64)......................................................................... $34.75 Senior annual (65+)............................................................................ $9.75 Small game & fishing combo............................................................... $49.75 ■ NONRESIDENTS Annual................................................................................................. $96.75 Five-day.............................................................................................. $31.75 ■ YOUTH NEW Residents ages 16–17........................................................... $9.75 Second-rod charge still applies. RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS ■ Second-rod stamp................................................................................ $10.75 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16 (see page 2). ■ One-day fishing: residents.................................................................... $13.75 ■ One-day fishing: nonresidents.............................................................. $16.75 ■ Additional-day fishing.......................................................................... $6.75 Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat Stamp fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All license fees include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a $1.50 fee for the Wildlife Education Fund. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1. ID. Secure and verifiable ID. 2. PROOF of residency for Colorado residents. (See page 2.) 3. HABITAT STAMP. (See below.) 4. A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER is required for new customers ages 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp). HABITAT STAMPS ARE REQUIRED FOR ANGLERS Habitat Stamps are $10 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid April 1–March 31. ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is $300.25. ▶ Anyone who holds a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small game/fishing license or are approved for the Big Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.state.co.us/accessibility. SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 1–2, 2019. All other rules and regulations apply. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: NEW Residents ages 16–17 can purchase a fishing license for $9.75. Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents NEW 65 and older can obtain an annual senior fishing license for $9.75, which includes the 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and the $1.50 Wildlife Education Fund fee. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Senior lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents NEW 65 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and Federal law require a Social Security number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to C ​ hild Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. SPECIAL LICENSE INFORMATION 2 RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS cpw.state.co.us/proofofresidency ▶ The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as the address given for Colorado state income tax purposes. ▶ You terminate your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a resident hunting, fishing or trapping license issued by another state or foreign country, register to vote outside Colorado or accept a driver's license that shows an address other than in Colorado. ▶ Colorado licenses with a black banner that states “Not Valid for Federal Identification, Voting or Public Benefit” cannot be used to prove residency. RESIDENCY TYPES 1. STANDARD COLORADO RESIDENT a. Requirements: Customer must live in Colorado for at least 6 consecutive months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product, have their primary residence in Colorado and have not applied for or purchased a resident license or pass outside of Colorado in the last 6 months. b. Proof: Current and Valid Colorado driver’s license/ID with a Colorado address issued 6 or more months prior. If the Colorado driver’s license/ID is not 6 months old, the customer must provide at least two forms of additional residency proof, as outlined in "Additional Residency Proofs" below. 2. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME IN COLORADO a. Requirements: Customer must be attending school full time at an accredited Colorado school starting at least 6 months prior to buying or applying for any resident CPW product. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date customer became full-time student, school transcript showing full-time status. 3. STUDENT: ATTENDING SCHOOL FULL-TIME OUTSIDE OF COLORADO a. Requirements: Customer must meet Colorado residency requirements and be attending an accredited school outside of Colorado, paying nonresident tuition. b. Proof: Student ID, name of institution, date customer became full-time student, proof of out-of-state tuition payment. 4. MILITARY: STATIONED IN COLORADO a. Requirements: Customer must be active-duty military stationed in Colorado (including their spouse/dependents). Residency begins the date the orders begin. b. Proof: Military ID and Orders. 5. MILITARY: COLORADO HOME OF RECORD a. Requirements: Customer must be active-duty military stationed outside of Colorado, but with Colorado as their home of record, paying income tax as a Colorado resident (includes spouse/dependents). b. Proof: Military ID and Orders. 6. YOUTH a. Children under the age of 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. OTHER RESIDENCY INFORMATION 1. ADDITIONAL RESIDENCY PROOFS a. Customers who otherwise meet residency requirements but whose Colorado driver’s license or ID was issued or renewed less than 6 months ago, or who have a CPW-approved religious exemption to photo identification on their record, must provide at least two additional proofs of residency. Those proofs include: income sources (pay stubs), utility bills, state income tax documents (as a full-time resident), lease agreements/rent receipts, motor vehicle registration, voter registration. 2. MULTIPLE HOMES a. If you have a home in Colorado and another location, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a CPW license or state park pass. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. 2019 COLORADO FISHING c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 2. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a veteran's lifetime combination small game/fishing license. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a veteran's combination license. �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION HOW TO GET STARTED FISHING GEAR, KNOTS, TIPS FOR BEGINNERS OF ALL AGES Fishing is a great lifetime activity and a fun way for families to spend time together outdoors. Getting started isn’t complicated. Follow our basic equipment guide and you’ll be hooked before you know it! 1 PICK YOUR ROD & REEL A closed-face spincast rod and reel are great for learning how to fish. 2 CHOOSE YOUR BAIT TROUT CATFISH BASS SUNFISH & CRAPPIE ■ Powerbait ■ Lures ■ Flies ■ Salmon eggs ■ Worms ■ Jigs ■ Stinkbait ■ Worms ■ Jigs ■ Worms ■ Jigs ■ Worms ■ Mealworms 3 GET YOUR GEAR ON ■ Fishing line, 4- to 8-lb. test Different species of fish have different appetites. Choose your bait based on what kind of fish are in the lake and what you are trying to catch. Look at the list of waters in this brochure for any additional bait restrictions. ■ Bobbers ■ Hooks, #8 or #10 ■ Swivels, #10 You need just a few basic items to get started fishing. The fun part is adding to your gear collection as you progress! 4 KNOW YOUR KNOT There are lots of fishing knots. The Improved Clinch Knot is a good, basic knot to get you started. ▶ Thread the line through eye of the hook. Double needle-nose pliers These help you dislodge hooks and grip line while tying knots. PUTTING IT TOGETHER: clinch knot back and make five or more turns around the line. swivel ▶ Bring the end of line back through the first loop sinker snelled line and hook combo or: use clinch knots to tie line to swivel and the hook to the other end of the line ▶ Wet knot and pull the tag end to tighten down the coils. Slide it tight against the eye, clip excess. Where should you go? You can find your perfect fishing hole by using the CPW Fishing app, or find the fishing atlas online. ■ Hemostats or Swivels keep your line from twisting. formed behind the eye. Then go through the big loop. 5 PICK YOUR SPOT ■ Sinkers, 1/8 oz. cpw.state.co.us/fish/fishingatlas Special fishing regulations also included. HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW, and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to "catch and keep" these fish. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike and walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. Check the Special Regulations on pages 11–39 of this brochure. ■ Check online health advisories at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO? ■ Do not move fish from one body of water to another! Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live fish as bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. ■ Report any poaching activity to Operation Game Thief: REPORT POACHERS OPERATION GAME THIEF: 1-877-265-6648 EMAIL: GAME.THIEF@STATE.CO.US Earn a reward payment for reporting wildlife violations by calling Operation Game Thief. Callers can remain anonymous. (This number is not for information requests or emergencies.) 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT CARP & SUCKERS CRAPPIE SUNFISH BASS PERCH PIKE CATFISH SALMON TROUT SPECIES YEAR STATE RECORDS PROGRAM LOCATION and county WEIGHT lbs.-ozs. LENGTH in inches ANGLER Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-9.6 34 Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10.0 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8.0 36 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0.0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-5.6 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15.0 32 Robin Perkins Tiger 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 8-3.7 27.5 Anthony Janssen Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12.0 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10.0 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 2017 Dillon Res., Summit 4-2.4 23.5 Lindsay Regali Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8.0 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2.0 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0.0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13.0 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5.0 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-10.1 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm Pond, Delta 5-1.0 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 2016 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 24-7.7 35.5 Charlie Black Flathead 2017 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 30-9.6 38.75 Michael Flock Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6.9 20 Craig Curtis Northern Tiger Muskie 2006 1994 Stagecoach Res., Routt Quincy Res., Arapahoe 30-11.0 40-2.0 46.5 53 Tim Bone Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-12.6 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14.0 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9.6 13.75 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6.7 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14.0 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. CPW considers records in two categories: records by weight and record fish released by length. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. For the record by weight program, the fish must be weighed on a state-inspected and certified scale, and the person witnessing the weighing must sign the entry form. A picture of the person holding the fish must be submitted with the application. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW fisheries biologist, hatchery manager or wildlife manager. For the record fish release by length program, a picture with a measuring device behind the fish is required and a witness must sign the application. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at cpw.state.co.us/fish/records. MEASURE YOUR CATCH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11.0 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6.0 22.5 Jarrett Edwards AWARD LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7.0 18 Pedro Martinez SPECIES Striped 2017 Arkansas River, Bent 29-5.0 39 Harvey Shade Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.3 10.5 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15.0 37.5 Kevin Treanor Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.9 17.75 Michael Hardin 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5.0 11.5 & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5.0 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma Green Redear LENGTH SPECIES LENGTH Arctic char 18 Lake trout 32 Black bullhead 14 Largemouth bass 18 Blue catfish 30 Northern pike 36 Joshua Robinson Bluegill 10 Pumpkinseed 8 11.25 Justin Evans Brook trout 16 Rainbow trout 24 15.2 10.5 Craig McNitt Brown trout 22 Redear sunfish 12 (INCHES) (INCHES) Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Channel catfish 30 Saugeye 26 Bluegill 2014 Comanche Power Plant (private), Pueblo 2-5.0 11.5 Robert Castro Common carp 30 Smallmouth bass 17 White Black 1975 2017 Northglenn Lake, Adams Frank State Wildlife Area 4-3.8 3-7.8 17 17.5 Daryel Thompson Fesstus Stalder Crappie 15 Splake 20 Grass Carp 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 57-13.0 47 Brian Husmann Cutbow trout 22 Striped bass 28 Common Carp 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5.0 38.75 Adam Wickam Cutthroat trout 20 Tiger muskie 40 Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3.0 31 Faye Lancamp Golden trout 16 Walleye 26 White Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.7 23.5 Jay Grupp Grass carp 30 White bass 17 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1.0 35.25 Juergen Kernal Grayling 15 Wiper 25 Kokanee 20 Yellow perch 12 4 2019 COLORADO FISHING �GENERAL FISHERY PROGRAMS GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water G ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the Hwy. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ■ BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek, and from Canyon Creek (Grand County) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.state.co.us/fish/goldmedalpolicy MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to cpw.state.co.us/fish/ masterangler. WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. STREAM SURVEYS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of manage© CPW ment actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.state.co.us/fish/management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.state.co.us/fish/fisherydata 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. NEW ANS STAMP To help CPW detect, prevent and manage aquatic nuisance species in Colorado's waters, and to protect human health, safety and welfare from aquatic nuisance species, each motorboat or sailboat must now have an ANS stamp before launching in Colorado waters. Boat owners are required to purchase the ANS Stamp, and boat operators must retain proof of purchase (an electronic or printed receipt) on their person, motorboat or sailboat when operating the vehicle. ▶ RESIDENTS: Boaters registering in Colorado will purchase the ANS Stamp at the time of registration, renewal online, or at any CPW office or state park. Residents with motorboats or sailboats documented by the U.S. Coast Guard or otherwise exempt from in-state registration can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. ▶ NONRESIDENTS: Nonresidents can purchase the ANS stamp online at cpw.state.co.us (click "Buy and Apply"), or in person at any CPW office, state park or sales agent. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian © CPW watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. from entering our state by following the guidelines outlined below: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 72 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/invasive-species 6 MORE ON THE ANS STAMP: cpw.state.co.us/boatingregistration 2019 COLORADO FISHING ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are 72 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state. co.us/fish/boatinspections DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: ■ OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. ■ OPTION 2: Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140 degrees F for at least 10 min. ■ OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. ■ OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: invasive.species@state.co.us, or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.state.co.us/rustycrayfish �GENERAL GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wiper (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/ green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which includes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9 and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. The Reel Deal The CPW Fishing app can help you discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check conditions, regulations and more! Search CPW Fishing on: CPW Fishing 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 Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/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 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS NOTE: It is illegal to fish on private property without first getting permission from the landowner. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See Special Conditions and Restrictions, below. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See Use and Collection of Bait Fish, below 8. LIVETRAPS Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. ALLOWABLE SPECIES — THE FOLLOWING AQUATIC WILDLIFE MAY BE POSSESSED BY ANY PERSON IN THE STATE OF COLORADO: 8 a. AMPHIBIANS: Bullfrogs; aquatic gilled forms of tiger salamanders; any amphibians allowed under Chapter W-10 regulations; any amphibian designated as unregulated wildlife under Chapter W-11 regulations: cpw. state.co.us/regulations 2019 COLORADO FISHING b. CRUSTACEANS: The following crustaceans may be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Only the following species are allowed to be possessed east of the Continental Divide: virile crayfish, waternymph crayfish, calico crayfish, ringed crayfish and Southern Plains crayfish. All other species are not allowed to be possessed in Colorado. In all waters west of the Continental Divide and from Sanchez Reservoir SWA, all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. c. FISH: Brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake and rainbow trout, and their hybrids; arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers; common carp; triploid grass carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch, and their hybrids; sauger and saugeye; speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill and bluegill hybrids; green, redear �FISHING LAWS and pumpkin-seed sunfish; gizzard shad, longnose and white suckers; fathead minnow; families of fish classified Cyprinidae except for bighead carp, black carp and silver carp; any fish designated as unregulated wildlife under regulations. All other species are prohibited for possession by any person in Colorado. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any manmade ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74 degrees F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must If not, you're missing out on fishing conditions, display the name and CID number of the owner or user tips, news and upcoming events, as well as on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing regulation updates. must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. Are you catching our emails? 6. TAGGING FISH & RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to tag or mark a fish prior to releasing it. It is also illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 4 EASY STEPS TO ADD YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS: 1. Go to cpw.state.co.us 2. Click "Things To Do" 3. Click "Fishing Report" 4. Click "Sign Up" The CPW Call Center can also assist you: 303-297-1192 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state. co.us/fish/parkfinder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyour visit/fishing.htm STATEWIDE LIMITS POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. ■ Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. ion Possess it m li 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 unlimited unlimited 10 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 West of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited East of Continental Divide 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. ■ Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. ■ Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. g Daily ba it lim fish Type of (except kokanee) in aggregate* Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) SEE SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See Special Conditions and Restrictions, page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 10 2019 COLORADO FISHING �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the G GOLD greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 5 for details. ORANGE WATER NAMES: Waters listed in orange alert that regulations for that water have changed since last year, or that the waters are newly added to this brochure. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.state. co.us/fish/maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, manner of take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE HWY. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. G WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 2019 COLORADO FISHING Ten st rk A ve r Ea st sk Bu ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek d US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B er 12 ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. s Ri Riv ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. a an s rk Arkans as ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. C r. 24 ▶ BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. ne ssee £ ¤ C d ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 91 d rk Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest C r. Ea Turquoise Res. Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. Windsor Lake ssee ne Fo Fo A confluence To Minturn Ten d ke To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Timberline Lake C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAR RIVER — GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches ee k ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Cr ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles Cl Cr. ear Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. C To Salida ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS 40 To Granby d B ¬ « 9 d e d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA C A Blue Ca tar ac t d ek d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet d Creek ee k Sl ate r er C C North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri u ld Bo To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d F rey G d d le C Copper Mtn. d Tenm i C Swan Ri ver C French Gu A rk Fo N. A C lch Breckenridge d d d . Sp r uce C r Blue River Clinton A Reservoir 9 91 ¹ 0 ver d Coyne Valley Rd. bridge ¬ « Ri Dillon Keystone Reservoir d le Cr. Snak e dd mi 6 A d d 24 £ ¤ d C orral Cr. . W Te n £ ¤ A d 70 A u lc h B Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. d FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. d d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map To Glenwood Vail Springs FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Green Mountain Reservoir d FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Ri v e r ru c Sp A r. eC G G River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map B ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling d ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Fairplay ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CPW.STATE.CO.US 13 �WATERS ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BURGESS CREEK — GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call 303-651-8649 for details. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. Bag, max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 2. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 14 ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2019 COLORADO FISHING ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from December 1–February 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–August 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets NEW Mar. 1–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 5. NEW Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. St. Vrain State Park © Vic Schendel TAKE KIDS FISHING ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ takekidsfishing 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. NEW Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Co do er Riv a lor State Bridge d ¬ « ea do w Cr. Riv er r M d d B d Ab d d r. Edwards Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d A 70 eC B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra A s ton B Cr . C Wolcott Red Sand dd E. Meadow Cr. d C Eagle River A d d i ve d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge C Dotsero § ¦ ¨ yR d Gypsum Ponds SWA Eagle To Grand Junction ne 131 C o rad C Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi lo Co Lake Regulations d Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37 for more information.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK, AND FROM CANYON CREEK TO ROCK CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. r. 24 C Cr o ss . W A To Dillon £ ¤ B d Miles ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. os s d d 20 Cr d d 15 d 10 B er Riv gle d d 5 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet Cr Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr .B E ru sh Cr . . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. . 0 d G ¹ ¬ « 82 yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs To Leadville Confluence of East and South Forks FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 15 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ¬ « d le C r. o d re is C ou Va squ ez Cre Lit. Vas quez C r. ek d £ ¤ tL Steel ma nC d d 4 5 10 Miles 15 20 Denver Water Board diversions To Silverthorne To Silverthorne 16 2019 COLORADO FISHING 40 d d 3 r. B ail Cr. 2 A Fk .C d Co rr 2 Co lo r Tenm i d d d d S ain A d r. d d d Denver Water Board diversion d d d B bt Bo 1 A For k N. A Cr e ek d Rd 30 rk A r. nch r ve r ive S . Fo oC Ra R ork d Big Hole Creek A Ri ek k Ha d Fraser C r. rd Cr. Hu m i l t o n C C ee Cr F ms k ree nC A For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map 40 dy d iv h or A er e k 3R Bl u e R She ep Three Licks Creek To Silverthorne Mead ow £ ¤ ll ia Wi d I USFS 125 bridge e re A C r G d rin Ro a d Granby ud eM 3 Rd US 40 bridge Li ttl Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map 0 D in ah ap Ar D D d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs r. . A r C Lake E Granby Monarch Lake C s Fra Rd C d H 33 ol er Tw dd 22 Rd ek Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 ¹ re ey C nn 1R Williams Fork Reservoir ¬ « D Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin eC F Willow Creek Res. Ki A d I Rd Radium d d o ad 1 k 2 Rd Kremmling r ee k C k 134 I r ee g Carter Cree k w llo r ee C al Grand Lake Shadow Mtn. Res. Wi Trou ble s om e C d ¬ « 34 d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d d dy A d d d u d 125 d M d d A £ ¤ d Li t. ree n G C r. To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Colorado River A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released C - 2 trout limit D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit F - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 G - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slinbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. § ¦ ¨ 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW Cutthroat trout © Kevin Rogers FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18–22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d k Tra i lC ree Can Ja r d g re e k on E sco nd ido V yon r La Jar a C Ca n k aC To La Jara 40 Spectacle Lake R i to Colorado 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake Cr ee k Di xie ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d M E X I C O d ree k n nyo Ca e ek d k A re e C A D er Cr Cumbres A k B B si ¬ « 17 de C ree k 18 lf C A Ca sca W O r ee Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s L D d no pC hee A Osier d Pi Cre ek S Gr ouse os d oD eL 1 FR Na t Menkhaven Resort g on iver Ri o iv e C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek sR ejo on ham a Fo x k C d ree d d r Bea v d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros FR 259 Cr. Red Lake A a 2019 COLORADO FISHING k h N E W 18 os ou k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 Hot C ree Laguna Venado ee k 2 To La Jara e ek g h Cr. Victoria Lake A 1 e Cre 0 .R N. F k Alverjones Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 Ruybalid Lake l ¹ t C re River No Name Lake El k C chu A 25 South Fork confluence e Cr. erd Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. Empedrado Lake Ro u Wes tF am Cr . Lost Lake River 50 J C i C nejo s 2 FR A FR Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Green Lake So k ree Fk C T A A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th a C r. ng Creek Blue Lake ke La k Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake er J im Ha Twin Lakes er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr S ad e To Alamosa r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake Ri v oC A osa Al A Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR A la m si d or Big Lake Ca t C r e ek a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d eek A A L o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r d C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch S. F k . t Cree k d Co n A A d Mix Lake Rito G d Cr. at ld Go d e ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir tR dd i ve Rd 209 d K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit r 5 76 B C Rd Top of Taylor dam 81 3 i nn Gu d US50 bridge hi Cr e Rd 763 k d Tom ic ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 Sou th To m ¬ « 114 ich i Cr ee k Be av Blue Mesa dam 149 50 To Salida ! ¬ « £ ¤ Co c het opa Creek ek Cr e er K 25 Rd Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 225 yards downstream of dam d d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n so 76 Rd F ek Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd ek ee d v er Ri k ree d Cr e d Cr ee k West E lk Cr F eC A ek ek Steube n re ver C C re D l op A A Bea A A nt e re ek East E as t We st o pe nt e l West A ver C So a Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU k ree p E 74 2 o A B e av e r C 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA D Hatchery outlet West Bea er Riv lor 42 Rd 7 Ta y Rd d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d 1 KK 4R d B d B h ek opa Cr e 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e Cr Co c het 27 Rd sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River ison d d unn Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H dd Cr. aver A Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks d Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary C r. Be rk G A k lla Cree Cebo La k e Fo a ve Rd r dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 d 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Blue Mesa Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NEW ▶ DRY GULCH — CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 20 2019 COLORADO FISHING GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. FISH FOR KOKANEE © Wayne D. Lewis, CPW ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Lake Granby, Grand Co. ■ Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. ■ Sweetwater Lake, Garfield Co. ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots ▶ ELK RIVER — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH, AND MIDDLE FORKS) — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FISH CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: To McClure Pass/Carbondale ! d Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted East Fork Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Terror Creek Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin A Terror Creek Reservoir Ridgway Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted West Fork Terror Creek Reservoir outlet Sept. 1-Dec. 31; No bag or possession limit for smallmouth bass; Terror Creek A Paonia To the Grand Mesa Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water River Reservoir immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as G u n n is o n C a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with Terror Creek 65 H CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within Top of Paonia 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Cedaredge d d ! d d ¬ « ¬ « Boundary fence below stilling basin Fo r k ! Fruit Growers Reservoir B k Crawford F d Gould Reservoir Ri ver B 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam Ri v er C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Montrose £ ¤ 50 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. 550 pa com Un H - *Non-native fish regulation dd G 858 Rd dd I C Ridgway Reservoir d Silverjack Reservoir Nate Cree k d D d 8 Rd A Ridgway 10 Rd er Riv d ! Ouray CR 23 bridge To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton k ree 62 ¹ C Cow ¬ « 860 Rd 8 Rd D To Placerville Morrow Point Reservoir iver Ridgway dam D C C Cimarron Rd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Blue Mesa Reservoir Morrow Point dam dd hgre H *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Crystal Reservoir Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam Blue Mesa dam Cimarron R - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation 92 Cerro Summit Reservoir £ ¤ G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 ¬ « d C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map d £ ¤ B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water ! Crawford Reservoir eek r gC A Dou M u d d y Creek d pahgre com Olathe nn i so n A d Top of Crawford dam Gu 50 A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released R i ver North boundary fence Un River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: nnis on d H 92 Gu d d Sweitzer Lake ¬ « h Smi t Fo rk d Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) North dC re e E d Delta E Sec on H d d 50 er d £ ¤ Riv d H niso n Confluence with Anthracite Creek Hotchkiss 92 Gun Paonia H ¬ « I Reservoir dam 133 To Grand Junction 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 West Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 B Gu nn Grand Junction ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso To Gateway 70 § ¦ ¨ Riv 15 D To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 B Mesa ¬ « e re k Griffith Res. on C k A hu 65 ¬ « Island Lake r. d A To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Vega Res. C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge C te ¬ « 325 Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran B ac ar Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 rado A E. F k. P Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ¬ « De Beque ve r Ri 70 § ¦ ¨ Co Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r Highline Res. h C Parachute hu te A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. River Regulations Bul 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ Mack 139 k H Mack Mesa Res. eek ¬ « d East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. C r ee A T d U To Rangely d t Cr R oan Sa l ac Ea s t P ar kW as Cr. M ac d d ek re o d Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2019 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC er �WATERS ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2019 COLORADO FISHING ▶ HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG — FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Thank you. Your hunting and fishing licenses pay to protect Colorado habitat. 24 ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �To Walden 14 ¬ « Colo 14 bridge E d Joe Wright Reservoir Jo eW Zimmerman Lake Chambers Lake r. g on tC rig h Po ud C ch ar in g A C r. aw .S he ep Cr A . h A ee y Cr. ive r B B Kinikinik .P B eep Cr . ine Cr. Rustic d d B dre er nn Rd re ud Po E 63 eC r. River 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 14 ¬ « ther Lak 74E Rd es R d Red Fe a 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Pe Riv B Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) D P in Parvin Lake Dowdy Lake N. L o ne Pingree Park Rd./bridge West boundary of Hombre Ranch Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary A . Cr Po u dre River L eP on Deadm an R d 162 R d Red Feather Lakes B Bull Creek confluence Divide Creek confluence ive r N. F k. Pou dre R Upper Poudre River Drainage r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A Sh re Ri v er oud Eaton Reservoir Big Bend campground upper boundary d Long Draw Reservoir C ul Ma dr eR re D Ri v er Wil d A d 80C Rd d u 9 44H R d Halligan Reservoir To Laramie k. ¹ 0 14 ¬ « Miles 0.5 Upper boundary of Gateway Park eR dr d B 1 Masonville u Po B Milton Seaman Reservoir iv. Fort Collins Laporte Watson Lake Ted's Place To 287 £ ¤ Livermore Milton Seaman Reservoir Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd Poudre Park See inset map eC e Pin r. 12 re River P o ud L on Po ud r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 River Regulations d L Po Dr llow ck H o d To Wyoming d d r. pC d d d d Fk E. . Fk . S W Cr . N. Fk d G P ou d d Rd ms p Shee d k. d Ro la d S. F Rd irie Pra ve o t S Rd 27 d oc 162 R d d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 d d d 103 lia Cr. d S.Fk . d R 69 k C r. F Fk. N. iver eR N. d Lake Regulations WATERS CPW.STATE.CO.US 25 �WATERS ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. 26 2019 COLORADO FISHING ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR — BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LAGERMAN RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. �WATERS B Creede er iv 160 Beaver Creek Res. A Cr ee k Alberta A Park Res. Poage Lake US Forest Service boundary a West Fk. San Francisco Cr. W. San Francisco Lk. n Fr n Pi Be La Garita G Rd Rd ek R os Gr a k. o Ri Gra n d e an cisc o Cre ek T Miles F S. nd e k 16 To Pagosa Springs E South Fork e ver Cr e 12 Big Meadows Res. Sa C 33.0 Rd Rio Grande Canal diversion structure E Rio Go To Saguache eek Colo 149 bridge ose e ek Creek FR 52 3 o D Carner o C r eek 38 A arg Cr Pa ss 8 eek Emb Rive r Cr ut ro 4 ero La Gari ta Cr D Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water A A A Prong Cr. Cre k ree sC er Cr. Lower boundary of River Hill Campground 2 Rd Miners Cr. . Carner Fk A re ek A . Cr rn Sa r. a gu River Regulations 0 S. in ar Cle d 18 R D Rio B . M k. Santa Maria Res. Upper Seepage Lake Gr an de A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. ch Sa k S. F F N. Road Canyon Res. #1 Rio Grande Res. B 149 Continental Res. r. eC ac h . To Lake City eC Confluence with California Gulch oC Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches Upper Seepage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches ag u West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Mid. F k S e Cr. ach gu B 41 G Lake Regulations N. Fk. Ca Upper Rio Grande Basin 112 285 Del Norte R iver 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or posession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ MAD CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 27 CPW.STATE.CO.US �B J 13 ¬ « d A C olo rad oR ive r North side of I-70 bridge 1 Miles 2 C M 3 ee k C B Ri v e r F A F G d Glenwood Springs C 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence Springs Fish Hatchery B Upper boundary of Glenwood l Cr hel itc Inset Map Silt Harvey Gap Reservoir 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence I rado I-70 Exit 90 bridge lo Rifle Co 325 ¬ « . A dd d 0 C d d C an yon Cr eek For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit F A G I C I A C Ri ver F 50 yards up and downstream of confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluences d 70 § ¦ ¨ To Delta Glenwood Springs (Please see inset map) F ¬ « rk 133 Fo F Rive r rail Cr. Lost T B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Hanging o ad Lake lo r Co C v er B E 0 mass Cre e k 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir H 3 82 River E D 5 R oc Aspen D F B ky Ruedi Reservoir r 15 Cr. Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan 20 To Independence Pass ¹ A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Snowmass To Vail Dotsero For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map Ri Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited dd e Creek No Na m Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers r. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: rk Fo Thr e e mi le Creek ring d lC pit o S n ow r rk r m il e C iver t al R d R oa Cry s d so n C dd d d d Nic k el k Ca ree d d d ly C Grizz n d rmile Fou k or Fou d g ari n Ro d d d 2019 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d ari Ro Fo d Fry ing pan WATERS r e Riv ve Ri d d Creek d �WATERS ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORRISON CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only « ¬ 9 Mid e dl £ ¤ 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel ve r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ 9 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South e nn l C d d d Pl a Ri 24 r d C A d ut h F o rk So a Ch E 24 ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ 2 4 8 Miles G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 30 2019 COLORADO FISHING e st d To Buena Vista 0 C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water A Garo Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released 12 To Canon City D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d d Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only River Regulations River B d To Fairplay d South Platte River in South Park Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. �WATERS South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed; Fishing prohibited on ponds in dog off-leash area. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately To Denver To Denver R 124 Phillipsburg Conifer £ ¤ 285 3 Rd ut h So Strontia Springs Res. Rd att e Ri Foxton 85 To Castle Rock 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion ve Strontia Springs Dam ver Ri r To Castle Rock South Platte rk 96 Fo ¬ « 67 Rd Nighthawk ut h 97 Rd rC r Oxyoke e e k 67 Rd 126 Rd So B Suga River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit B Deckers d A d Cheesman Res. rs e Ho d e ek Wigwam Club (Private) Creek r. Scraggy View Picnic Ground Creek Pl a 40 Rd Pi ne d Gu n b arrel C B ea r tte 67 Rd 12 6 Cr £ ¤ d Pl Rd No r th am Spring Gulch Pond C 83 Rd W ig w 5 Rd d Rd Glenelk 12 6 7 Rd Kassler 97 To Bailey Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd To Denver d C r. ¬ « 67 º Fo u r m il e Cr e ek To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. NEW Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 5. NEW Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 6. NEW Bag and possession limit for wiper is 5. 7. NEW Only 1 wiper longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 8. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 9. NEW Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets Mar. 1–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 10. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 2019 COLORADO FISHING BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER Permits Required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 32 ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. �White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations Cr Fork A B Ri ve d d C 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake r ve d d Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B To Rifle Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek 13 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Buford So ut h Rd d d ve Ri Fla Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement B 15 5 d d D C h Nor t r B Ri 8R Lake Avery r ¬ « d er Be av Big Wakara Fishing Lease D C A d lC r. d 15 R C d 13 Rd 6 Rd White 8 Rd Sn el d 7 Rd C r. 8R d 4 Rd d d d d C D Cr. 64 hn ¬ « Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C Fawn Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A ee k d Ha 13 st Cr. Lo ¬ « d Rd d Rd 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie To Craig 7 ek WATERS 0 White 3 6 12 18 Miles ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM NEW TO THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CPW.STATE.CO.US 33 �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 9R C Rio Blanco Lake d d 5R Colo 13 bridge k r ee B d Meeker A ¬ « R 24 d Cr e ek ree Fla g C an ce C 13 Pice Rd glas k 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 d Miles 5R 2.5 To Rifle To Loma ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 34 2019 COLORADO FISHING FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d d d X 24 Do u llo Ye B r ve Ri d Cr ee k d 122 R 7 Rd d 1R d ke eek te hi B Taylor Draw Dam 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White B B Kenney Reservoir Str a o Cr 21 R River o Cr y err Rd wb ¬ « 64 A H d T 65 w 40 To Craig ash R 61 £ ¤ Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U Dinosaur River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �WATERS ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SANCHEZ RESERVOIR — COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. ▶ SARVIS CREEK — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SODA CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be re turned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Whitefish regulation B - *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released;*Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation G - 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation H - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation I - *Non-native fish regulation J - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released K - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 L - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit F N. d r Cr. te Le s dd L A S A d El k iver Riv er k Middle Fork Elk River d A Pearl Lake lk R rk E Elk ee d Cr hea Elk River ork A . Fo ot t on Steamboat Lake 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. Lit. C C k ree 13 dd ow ¬ « wo od Cr. K ill To Baggs, WY 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W d *Whitefish regulation - Bag limit for whitefish is 4; Possession limit for whitefish is 8 *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie d River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A ee k Cr tion ifi ca d H G Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek A d F d James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) d Colo 394 Bridge d River d 40 d ¬ « £ ¤ Hayden Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « 13 s Fo rk ¬ « 317 ¬ « W d d d er d 10 Miles 36 2019 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 d Stillwater Res. Yamcolo Res. ne yC d 5 d d d k 4 ee Cr son 3 dd v Ri ar Be im 2 ri or A Ch 1 M Yampa J A d iver ¹ d Crosho Res. Sheriff Reservoir a R J B se Cr. Poo or k or k A mp Ya Phippsburg ia ill iams F k Will Vaughn Res. A S ar v is C reek d Cre ek Tr ou t rk os J 40 dd o East F ap Sou th For Mo r eek m sF £ ¤ d Stagecoach Res. B To Walden/ Kremmling k D C Oak Creek ree Lake Catamount 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam A 0 A E d Burgess Cr. W alton C 131 Cr A dd Willia m To Meeker d d 394 H I 13 A pa Yam ¬ « d A Creek da So d 40 A d £ ¤ Craig Elkhead Res. d Cree k d Ma t For To Dinosaur Porcupine Lake ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE) — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. G FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.) — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM SHERIFF RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH YAMPA RIVER: 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 38 2019 COLORADO FISHING ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wiper is 15 inches long. NEW ▶ UPPER SEEPAGE LAKE — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Teddy Steele with his 25-inch cutbow trout. © Kevin Steele GO ICE FISHING ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state.co.us/icefishing safety ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WACKER PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. �WATERS ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WALTON CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ WANEKA LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 39 CPW.STATE.CO.US �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides Purchase your 2019–2020 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us, click "Buy and Apply" IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides BASS YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH PIKE More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri �▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. ▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red If you practice catch and release while fishing, ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSfollow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the SIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to removed while the fish is still in the water. release MUST be returned to the water immediately. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or fish. A fish played for too long will be too eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its exhausted to recover. belly or by the area in front of the tail. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouths and body SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tails ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharpedged keel behind the head COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See page 8 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.state.co.us/regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. Take a friend fishing. ENTER TO WIN GREAT PRIZES FROM COLORADO COMPANIES WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. LIVE LIFE OUTSIDE 42 2019 COLORADO FISHING CPW.STATE.CO.US/TAKEAFRIEND HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/63854a25053b582740a3bb6ea23dd913.pdf a5278649896e81c091e11439c6eb4e03 PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2018 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2018–MARCH 31, 2019 cpw.state.co.us �2018 FISHING BROCHURE CORRECTIONS UPDATED: MARCH 21, 2018 Please see the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website at cpw.state.co.us/regulations for complete regulation information. NOTE: THE ONLINE VERSION OF THE BROCHURE HAS THE MOST ACCURATE, UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION. PAGE CORRECTION AS PRINTED IN BROCHURE WHAT’S NEW: 2018 Regulation changes to the definition of minnow and the use of mollusks as bait were omitted from the What’s New page at the time of publication, though the changes were incorporated into the brochure on pages 7 and 9. FOR CLARITY: 1 Goldfish are no longer classified as minnows and cannot be used as bait. The taking and using of mollusks as bait for commercial or personal use is prohibited. The online version of the brochure has been updated with this correction. page 1 �2018 FISHING BROCHURE CORRECTIONS UPDATED: MARCH 12, 2018 Please see the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website at cpw.state.co.us/regulations for complete regulation information. NOTE: THE ONLINE VERSION OF THE BROCHURE HAS THE MOST ACCURATE, UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION. PAGE CORRECTION AS PRINTED IN BROCHURE HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES The “keep all you catch” fish species for Juniata Reservoir were incorrectly listed at the time of publication: 3 You can keep all you catch ONLY of smallmouth bass at Juniata Reservoir. Statewide bag limits apply for walleye. The online version of the brochure has been updated with this correction. page 3 STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT; STATE RECORDS PROGRAM 4 The State Records by Weight chart has been updated for consistency in lengths and weights. The description of the State Records Program has been revised as well. The online version of the brochure has been updated with this correction. page 4 �ONLINE FEATURES Check out more Colorado Parks & Wildlife on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE CHANNELS CPW.STATE.CO.US GREENBACK CUTTHROAT TROUT STOCKING: HERMAN GULCH OUT OF WATER: STOCKING NATIVE TROUT IN ALPINE LAKES GET THE NEW CPW FISHING APP: Discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check weather and water conditions, read up on regulations and more! © Dustin Doskocil CPW’S WINTER STOCKING PROGRAM HUNTING, FISHING AND PARKS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS �CONTENTS CONTENTS Printed for free distribution by: WHAT’S NEW: 2018................................................ 1 cpw.state.co.us COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 ■ 303-297-1192 LICENSE INFORMATION...................................... 1–2 OUR MISSION: The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. ■ License & Habitat Stamp fees........................................................................1 ■ Habitat Stamp information............................................................................1 ■ Health advisories............................................................................................1 ■ Fishing information resources........................................................................1 ■ License requirements; residency requirements.............................................2 COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE DIRECTOR Bob D. Broscheid ■ Get set up in the new system.........................................................................3 ■ Illegal stocking...............................................................................................3 ■ State records by weight; state records program; award lengths.....................4 ■ Fishery programs: Gold Medal Waters; Master Angler; Wild Trout..................5 ■ Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).....................................................................6 ■ Glossary of fish terms; online fishing resources..............................................7 COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION MEMBERS, as of November 2017 John Howard, Chair Dale Pizel Michelle Zimmerman, Vice-Chair Jim Spehar James Vigil, Secretary Dean Wingfield Robert W. Bray Alexander Zipp Marie Haskett Bob Randall, ex-officio member Carrie Besnette Hauser Don Brown, ex-officio member Marvin McDaniel Bob D. Broscheid, CPW Director FISHING LAWS................................................. 8–10 Chelsea Harlan GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 3–7 REGULATION BROCHURE EDITOR ■ Legal fishing methods....................................................................................8 ■ Special conditions & restrictions...............................................................8−9 ■ Statewide bag & possession limits...............................................................10 ■ MAP: Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye bag limits................................10 PRINTED March 2018 by Publication Printers, Denver: 320,000 copies Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. NOTICE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding, and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed below and online: cpw.state.co.us/Regulations SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS........11–39 ■ MAP: Upper Arkansas River.........................................................................12 ■ MAP: Blue River Basin.................................................................................13 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Eagle Rivers..........................................................15 ■ MAP: Upper Colorado River — Headwaters to Radium...............................16 ■ MAP: Conejos & Alamosa River Drainages...................................................18 ■ MAP: Upper Gunnison Basin — Taylor Park Res. to Blue Mesa Res..............19 ■ MAP: Lower Gunnison — Blue Mesa Res. to Delta......................................21 ■ MAP: Lower Colorado River & Grand Mesa..................................................22 ■ MAP: Upper Poudre River Drainage.............................................................25 ■ MAP: Upper Rio Grande Basin.....................................................................27 ■ MAP: Middle Colorado & Roaring Fork Rivers..............................................28 ■ MAP: South Platte River in South Park.........................................................30 ■ MAP: South Platte River — Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res.......................31 ■ MAP: White River — Headwaters to Meeker..............................................33 ■ MAP: White River — Meeker to Utah state line..........................................34 ■ MAP: Yampa River — Headwaters to Craig.................................................36 CPW REGIONAL & AREA OFFICE LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION 1313 Sherman St., #618 Denver, 80203 303-297-1192 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. FISH IDENTIFICATION.....................................40–41 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/fishing/brochure COVER PHOTO: ▶ Rio Grande cutthroat from the Sand Creek Lakes in the Rio Grande basin, native to Colorado © Erik Myhre C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2018 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2018–MARCH 31, 2019 OTHER PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: ▶ Fika Otalora with her bass catch at Walden Ponds in Boulder © Tony Bresciani cpw.state.co.us ▶ An angler and his dog at Yampa State Park © Vic Schendel ▶ Bruce Reinhard with his catfish from Adobe Creek Reservoir © Mike Reinhard ▶ Learning how to fish at St. Vrain State Park © Vic Schendel 2018 COLORADO FISHING COVER PHOTO © Erik Myhre BRUSH (closed until further notice) 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2018 REGULATION CHANGES & NEW INFORMATION ▶ LICENSING SYSTEM CHANGES: We have transitioned to an integrated licensing, pass and reservation system that's now a one-stop shop for all items that can be purchased from us, including hunting and fishing licenses and park passes. ALL customers who make purchases online will need a unique identifier, such as a driver's license or CID (Customer Identification number, found on a previously purchased CPW hunting or fishing license), to create an online account. Go online for step-by-step instructions on how to create your account, or find the guide and how-to video online: cpw.state.co.us/CPWshop ▶ SLINGBOWS NOW A LEGAL MANNER OF TAKE WHERE ARCHERY EQUIPMENT IS ALLOWED: Slingbows can now be used for the taking of aquatic species that can also be taken with archery equipment, such as bullfrogs, carp, northern pike, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers on the eastern slope and kokanee in waters open to snagging. See page 7 for exact definition, page 8 for legal fishing methods and pages 11−39 for water-specific restrictions. ▶ BESWICK POND IN MESA CO. CLOSED TO FISHING: Located within the Pear Park section of James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park, the pond is closed to fishing to help the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) with its endangered fish recovery program. All other CPW ponds in this same area are open to fishing. See page 12. ▶ TROUT CREEK REGULATIONS CLARIFIED: The artificial flies and lures restriction, and catch and release of cutthroat trout have been removed from the portion of Trout Creek downstream of Sheriff Reservoir dam to the confluence with the Yampa River. However, these restrictions remain in place for the headwaters of Trout Creek downstream to, but not including, Sheriff Reservoir. Upstream of Sheriff Reservoir, there is no longer a bag or possession limit for whitefish. Downstream of Sheriff Reservoir dam to the confluence with the Yampa River, the daily bag limit of 4 and a possession limit of 8 whitefish are retained. These changes will diversify the angling experiences the area has to offer. See page 38. ▶ GOLDFISH NO LONGER CLASSIFIED AS MINNOWS: Goldfish have been removed from the definition of "minnow" and are not acceptable for use as bait. See page 7. ▶ MOLLUSKS CANNOT BE USED AS BAIT: All mollusks are prohibited from being used as bait for both personal and commercial use. See page 9. ▶ NEW BOATING REQUIREMENTS FOR ANGLERS: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines in between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. See page 6, Aquatic Nuisance Species. LICENSE INFORMATION LICENSE FEES & HABITAT STAMPS HABITAT STAMPS FEE ▶ Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable).................................................. $10 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ▶ Lifetime Habitat Stamp.............................................................. $300.25 LICENSES RESIDENTS FEE ▶ Adult annual............................................................................... $26 ▶ Senior annual............................................................................. $1 ▶ Small game & fishing combo...................................................... $41 NONRESIDENTS ▶ Annual........................................................................................ $56 ▶ Five-day..................................................................................... $21 YOUTH ▶ Resident & nonresident younger than age 16............................. FREE Second-rod charge still applies RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing$5 ▶ ASecond-rod stamp...................................................................... license and any youth under 16 (see page 2). ▶ One-day fishing.......................................................................... $9 ▶ Additional-day fishing................................................................ $5 Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All prices include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a 75-cent fee for the Wildlife Management Public Education Fund. ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2018–MARCH 31, 2019 WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1. ID. Secure and verifiable ID. 2. PROOF of residency for Colorado residents. (See page 2.) 3. HABITAT STAMP. (See below.) 4. A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER is required for new customers ages 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp). HABITAT STAMPS ARE REQUIRED FOR ANGLERS Habitat Stamps are $10 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid April 1–March 31. ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is $300.25. ▶ Anyone who holds a free Lifetime Fishing License, a Veteran’s Lifetime Combination Small-Game Hunting/Fishing License or are approved for the Big Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.state.co.us/Accessibility. SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 2–3, 2018. All other rules and regulations apply. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WHAT'S NEW WHAT’S NEW: 2018 REGULATION CHANGES & NEW INFORMATION ▶ LICENSING SYSTEM CHANGES: We have transitioned to an integrated licensing, pass and reservation system that's now a one-stop shop for all items that can be purchased from us, including hunting and fishing licenses and park passes. ALL customers who make purchases online will need a unique identifier, such as a driver's license or CID (Customer Identification number, found on a previously purchased CPW hunting or fishing license), to create an online account. Go online for step-by-step instructions on how to create your account, or find the guide and how-to video online: cpw.state.co.us/CPWshop ▶ SLINGBOWS NOW A LEGAL MANNER OF TAKE WHERE ARCHERY EQUIPMENT IS ALLOWED: Slingbows can now be used for the taking of aquatic species that can also be taken with archery equipment, such as bullfrogs, carp, northern pike, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers on the eastern slope and kokanee in waters open to snagging. See page 7 for exact definition, page 8 for legal fishing methods and pages 11−39 for water-specific restrictions. ▶ BESWICK POND IN MESA CO. CLOSED TO FISHING: Located within the Pear Park section of James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park, the pond is closed to fishing to help the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) with its endangered fish recovery program. All other CPW ponds in this same area are open to fishing. See page 12. ▶ TROUT CREEK REGULATIONS CLARIFIED: The artificial flies and lures restriction, and catch and release of cutthroat trout have been removed from the portion of Trout Creek downstream of Sheriff Reservoir dam to the confluence with the Yampa River. However, these restrictions remain in place for the headwaters of Trout Creek downstream to, but not including, Sheriff Reservoir. Upstream of Sheriff Reservoir, there is no longer a bag or possession limit for whitefish. Downstream of Sheriff Reservoir dam to the confluence with the Yampa River, the daily bag limit of 4 and a possession limit of 8 whitefish are retained. These changes will diversify the angling experiences the area has to offer. See page 38. ▶ NEW BOATING REQUIREMENTS FOR ANGLERS: 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines in between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. See page 6, Aquatic Nuisance Species. LICENSE INFORMATION LICENSE FEES & HABITAT STAMPS HABITAT STAMPS FEE ▶ Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable).................................................. $10 Only one is required per person, ages 18–64, per year buying or applying for a license. ▶ Lifetime Habitat Stamp.............................................................. $300.25 LICENSES RESIDENTS FEE ▶ Adult annual............................................................................... $26 ▶ Senior annual............................................................................. $1 ▶ Small game & fishing combo...................................................... $41 NONRESIDENTS ▶ Annual........................................................................................ $56 ▶ Five-day..................................................................................... $21 YOUTH ▶ Resident & nonresident younger than age 16............................. FREE Second-rod charge still applies RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS ▶ Second-rod stamp...................................................................... $5 A second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16 (see page 2). ▶ One-day fishing.......................................................................... $9 ▶ Additional-day fishing................................................................ $5 Customers buying a one-day or additional day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The Habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. All prices include a 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and a 75-cent fee for the Wildlife Management Public Education Fund. ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2018–MARCH 31, 2019 WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1. ID. Secure and verifiable ID. 2. PROOF of residency for Colorado residents. (See page 2.) 3. HABITAT STAMP. (See below.) 4. A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER is required for new customers ages 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp). HABITAT STAMPS ARE REQUIRED FOR ANGLERS Habitat Stamps are $10 and only one is required per person, per year for anyone ages 18–64. Stamps are valid April 1–March 31. ▶ You must purchase a stamp before buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. ▶ A lifetime stamp is $300.25. ▶ Anyone who holds a free Lifetime Fishing License, a Veteran’s Lifetime Combination Small-Game Hunting/Fishing License or are approved for the Big Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program is exempt from the Habitat Stamp requirement. See cpw.state.co.us/Accessibility. SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 11–39. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 2–3, 2018. All other rules and regulations apply. HEALTH ADVISORIES EATING YOUR CATCH? Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet: They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, tests fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. CURRENT ADVISORIES ARE ONLINE: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 CPW.STATE.CO.US �LICENSES LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ▶ ADULTS: People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. ▶ YOUTH: Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ SENIORS: Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license for $1, which is the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Free lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. ▶ SECOND-ROD STAMP: Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tipup by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit, nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. ▶ COMMERCIAL LICENSE: $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. ▶ CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY: State and Federal law require a Social Security number to buy a license. It is not displayed on the license but is provided, if requested, to ​Child Support Enforcement authorities. Hunting and fishing licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Any current licenses become invalid if held by an individual who is deemed noncompliant by ​Child Support Enforcement. ▶ ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION: Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 3 and No. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. Resident licenses are valid only during Colorado residency, including resident lifetime licenses. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or Colorado ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required 2 2018 COLORADO FISHING six-month period. REMINDER: Colorado licenses with a black banner that states “Not Valid for Federal Identification, Voting or Public Benefit” cannot be used to prove residency. 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status, National Guard or government contractors. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call 303-2971192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in No. 3 and No. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country, register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. SPECIAL LICENSE INFORMATION DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. �GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION GET SET UP IN THE NEW SYSTEM The NEW, INTEGRATED LICENSING, PASS AND RESERVATION SYSTEM is a one-stop shop for all items that can be purchased from CPW, including hunting and fishing licenses and park passes. ONCE YOU HAVE YOUR ACCOUNT SET UP, YOU CAN: ■ Buy a fishing license. ■ View your purchase history. ■ View your camping reservations. ■ Get a park pass. ■ Get a Colorado Outdoors subscription. ■ Keep your contact and payment information current. Go to CPW.STATE.CO.US/CPWSHOP to get signed up today! HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: ▶ CPW biologists are no longer stocking fish in some waters because illegally introduced fish can compete with and/or eat fish that would normally be stocked. Fish are stocked by CPW in other waters to ensure better use of your license dollars. CPW hatcheries are also raising larger sized fish to stock so that illegally introduced fish have a smaller chance of eating stocked fish. This situation results in increased expenses to CPW, and fewer fish available to anglers. ▶ In the wrong place, some fish species can change the entire ecosystem, reducing the quality of fishing overall and interfering with CPW fishery management. ▶ Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked and/or not compatible with CPW fishery management. ▶ For waters with no bag and possession limits for certain species, anglers are encouraged to "catch and keep" these fish. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES: ■ Crawford Reservoir: northern pike ■ Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass ■ Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass ■ Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass ■ Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike and walleye ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike ■ Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. Check the Special Regulations on pages 11–39 of this brochure. ■ Check online health advisories at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO? ■ Do not move fish from one body of water to another! Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live fish as bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. ■ Report any poaching activity to Operation Game Thief: REPORT POACHERS OPERATION GAME THIEF: 1-877-265-6648 EMAIL: GAME.THIEF@STATE.CO.US Earn a reward payment for reporting wildlife violations by calling Operation Game Thief. Callers can remain anonymous. (This number is not for information requests or emergencies.) FISHING INFORMATION RESOURCES FISHING CONDITIONS ▶ cpw.state.co.us/FishingConditions ▶ 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 at: cpw.state.co.us/SignUp/FishingReport cpw.state.co.us/FishStocking BOAT REGISTRATION ▶ cpw.state.co.us/BoatingRegistration REPORT OIL SPILLS ▶ To report an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24-hour hotline at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, 1-877-518-5608. 3 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT BASS PERCH PIKE CATFISH SALMON TROUT SPECIES SUNFISH WEIGHT lbs.-ozs. LENGTH in inches ANGLER Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. CPW considers records in two categories: records by weight and record fish released by length. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. For the record by weight program, the fish must be weighed on a state-inspected and certified scale, and the person witnessing the weighing must sign the entry form. A picture of the person holding the fish must be submitted with the application. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW fisheries biologist, hatchery manager or wildlife manager. For the record fish release by length program, a picture with a measuring device behind the fish is required and a witness must sign the application. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at cpw.state.co.us/learn/ Pages/AwardsRecords.aspx. Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-9.6 34 Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10.0 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8.0 36 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0.0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-5.6 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15.0 32 Robin Perkins NEW Tiger 2017 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 8-3.7 27.5 Anthony Janssen Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12.0 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10.0 17.25 Derik Drinnen NEW Arctic Char Cutbow 2017 Dillon Res., Summit 4-2.4 23.5 Lindsay Regali 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8.0 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2.0 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0.0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13.0 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5.0 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-10.1 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm Pond, Delta 5-1.0 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 2016 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 24-7.7 35.5 Charlie Black NEW Flathead 2017 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 30-9.6 38.75 Michael Flock Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6.9 20 Craig Curtis Northern Tiger Muskie 2006 1994 Stagecoach Res., Routt Quincy Res., Arapahoe 30-11.0 40-2.0 46.5 53 Tim Bone Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-12.6 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14.0 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9.6 13.75 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6.7 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14.0 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11.0 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6.0 22.5 Jarrett Edwards AWARD LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7.0 18 Pedro Martinez SPECIES LENGTH SPECIES LENGTH NEW Striped 2017 Arkansas River, Bent 29-5.0 39 Harvey Shade Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.3 10.5 Timothy Fisk Arctic char 18 Lake trout 32 Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15.0 37.5 Kevin Treanor Black bullhead 14 Largemouth bass 18 Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.9 17.75 Michael Hardin Blue catfish 30 Northern pike 36 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5.0 11.5 Joshua Robinson Bluegill 10 Pumpkinseed 8 & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5.0 11.25 Justin Evans Brook trout 16 Rainbow trout 24 Redear 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma 15.2 10.5 Craig McNitt Brown trout 22 Redear sunfish 12 Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Channel catfish 30 Saugeye 26 Bluegill 2014 Comanche Power Plant (private), Pueblo 2-5.0 11.5 Robert Castro Common carp 30 Smallmouth bass 17 White Northglenn Lake, Adams Frank State Wildlife Area 4-3.8 3-7.8 17 17.5 Daryel Thompson NEW Black 1975 2017 Crappie 15 Splake 20 Grass Carp 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 57-13.0 47 Brian Husmann Cutbow trout 22 Striped bass 28 Common Carp 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5.0 38.75 Adam Wickam Cutthroat trout 20 Tiger muskie 40 Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3.0 31 Faye Lancamp Golden trout 16 Walleye 26 White Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.7 23.5 Jay Grupp Grass carp 30 White bass 17 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1.0 35.25 Juergen Kernal Grayling 15 Wiper 25 Kokanee 20 Yellow perch 12 Green CARP & SUCKERS CRAPPIE YEAR STATE RECORDS PROGRAM LOCATION and county 4 2018 COLORADO FISHING MEASURE YOUR CATCH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). Jason Potter Fesstus Stalder (INCHES) (INCHES) �GENERAL FISHERY PROGRAMS GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality-size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length, and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS This G next to a body of water on pages 11–39 signifies it as a Gold Medal Water G ■ ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ■ ARKANSAS RIVER: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the Hwy. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. ■ BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. ■ COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek, and from Canyon Creek (Grand County) to Rock Creek. ■ FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. ■ GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River. ■ GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison. ■ NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). ■ RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure. ■ ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River. ■ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: ▶ From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet. ▶ From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property. ▶ From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground. ▶ Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence. GOLD MEDAL LAKES ■ NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County ■ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County ■ STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY: cpw.state.co.us/fish/GoldMedalPolicy MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to cpw.state.co.us/fish/ MasterAngler. WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. STREAM SURVEYS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of manage© CPW ment actions such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. MORE ABOUT HOW FISHERY BIOLOGISTS SAMPLE FISH: cpw.state.co.us/fish/Management ■ FISHERY DATA FOR SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLORADO WATERS: cpw.state.co.us/fish/FisheryData 5 CPW.STATE.CO.US �GENERAL AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat-inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. NEW 1. It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines between launches, and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. NEW 2. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. 3. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 4. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 5. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 6. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with hot water (120–140 degrees F). 7. Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for all 72 statewide inspection station hours of operation. 8. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 9. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/Invasive-Species DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: OPTION 1: Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammonium-based institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. OPTION 2: Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140 degrees F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 3: Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. 6 OPTION 4: Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. 2018 COLORADO FISHING 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are 72 inspection and decontamination stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/fish/BoatInspections ! REPORT IT If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a body of water, report it to CPW by emailing: Invasive.Species@state.co.us Or call: 303-291-7295 RUSTY CRAYFISH AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: ▶ PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish. ▶ COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food. ▶ DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes. Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. ■ Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. ■ Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. LEARN HOW TO HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF RUSTY CRAYFISH: cpw.state.co.us/RustyCrayfish �GENERAL GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS ■ ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. ■ BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. ■ CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. ■ COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. ■ FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. ■ FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. ■ GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. ■ GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. ■ JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. ■ MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (which includes, but is not limited to: carp, chub, dace, fathead minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (including but not limited to: killifish) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See pages 8–9 and Chapters 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. ■ NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. ■ NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. ■ PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. ■ SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. ■ SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. NEW ■ SLINGBOW means a hand-held device, not drawn or held mechanically, with the arms or attachment points to which an elastic band is attached for propelling an arrow. Also includes string releases or mechanical releases which are hand-drawn and handheld, with no other attachment or connection to the slingbow other than to the bowstring. Wrist-brace attachments are considered normal components of a slingbow. ■ SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. ■ TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. The Reel Deal The CPW Fishing app can help you discover over 1,300 fishing locations, check conditions, regulations and more! Search CPW Fishing on: CPW Fishing ONLINE RESOURCES ▶ FISHING ATLAS Find all of the color-coded fishing regulation maps in this brochure (pages 11−39) online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/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 ▶ FISHING FACTS Get your weekly dose of interesting information about all things fish: Do you know what fish is able to live in the coldest environment? Do you know that river ice is usually weaker than pond or lake ice? Learn more! ▶ 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; you can find the PDF online. ▶ FISHING REPORT & STOCKING REPORT Sign up for the weekly Fishing and Stocking Reports to stay informed. ▶ AND MORE! GO TO: CPW.STATE.CO.US/FISH 7 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS FISHING LAWS LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. NEW 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, SLINGBOWS AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery and slingbows may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery, slingbows and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See Special Conditions and Restrictions, below. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See Use and Collection of Bait Fish, below 8. LIVETRAPS Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS THREATENED, ENDANGERED & NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. 1. CATCH AND RELEASE: Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE: Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES: These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to 8 other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell or release: burbot, piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, stickleback, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfin, rudd, 2018 COLORADO FISHING zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale silver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. Any person who takes fish species listed above may possess them in unlimited number for personal use, as long as the fish are killed prior to transporting from the point where they were taken. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. �FISHING LAWS c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for personal use as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS: Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS: Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING: The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH: Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS: Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74 degrees F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72 degrees F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS: Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in im- minent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. Are you catching our emails? If not, you're missing out on fishing conditions, tips, news and upcoming events, as well as regulation updates. 4 EASY STEPS TO ADD YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS: 1. Go to cpw.state.co.us 2. Click "Things To Do" 3. Click "Fishing Report" 4. Click "Sign Up" The CPW Call Center can also assist you: 303-297-1192 9 CPW.STATE.CO.US �FISHING LAWS STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state. co.us/fish/ParkFinder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyour visit/fishing.htm STATEWIDE LIMITS POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. ▶ Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the Statewide Limits chart at right for details. ion Possess it m li 4 8 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 unlimited unlimited 10 10 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH 20 20 West of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited East of Continental Divide 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. ▶ Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. ▶ Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. g Daily ba it lim fish Type of (except kokanee) in aggregate* Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) SEE SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 11–39. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See Special Conditions and Restrictions, page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See Special Regulations: Fishing Waters, pages 11–39, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. angling, snagging or archery statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE gilled and less than 5 inches long * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 10 2018 COLORADO FISHING �WATERS SPECIAL REGULATIONS: FISHING WATERS MEDAL WATERS: Waters that offer the G GOLD greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 5 for details. ORANGE WATER NAMES: Waters listed in orange alert that regulations for that water have changed since last year, or that the waters are newly added to this brochure. FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE: PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field: cpw.state.co.us/ fish/Maps THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, manner of take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 10) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s current State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ▶ ABRAMS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) — BENT, KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AKRON CITY LAKE — WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ANIMAS RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ANTERO RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ARAPAHO CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ ARCHULETA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE HWY. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER — CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. G WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS — CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AUGUSTORA CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BARD CREEK — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BARKER RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ BARR LAKE — ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BEAR CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ BEAR CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. 11 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 12 ▶ BIG HOLE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2018 COLORADO FISHING Ten st rk A ve r Ea st sk Bu ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek d US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B er ▶ BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. s Ri Riv ▶ BIG BEND CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. a an s rk Arkans as MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited. C r. 24 ▶ BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. NEW ▶ BESWICK POND — MESA ne ssee £ ¤ C d ▶ BEAVER CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BEAVER CREEK, WEST — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 91 d rk Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest C r. Ea Turquoise Res. Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. Windsor Lake ssee ne Fo Fo A confluence To Minturn Ten d ke To Copper Mtn. o L ak e F ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. La ▶ BEAVER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Timberline Lake C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale r. ▶ BEAR RIVER — GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches ee k ▶ BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Cr ▶ BEAR CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. Clear Creek Res. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles Cl Cr. ear Gauging station d ▶ BEAR CREEK — JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. C To Salida ▶ BIG LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON RIVER — LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BIG THOMPSON PONDS — LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ BLACK CANYON — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS 40 To Granby d B ¬ « 9 d e d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA C A Blue Ca tar ac t d ek d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet d Creek ee k Sl ate r er C C North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri u ld Bo To Denver h ulc § ¦ ¨ d F rey G d d le C Copper Mtn. d Tenm i C Swan Ri ver C French Gu A rk Fo N. A C lch Breckenridge d d d . Sp r uce C r Blue River Clinton A Reservoir 9 91 ¹ 0 ver d Coyne Valley Rd. bridge ¬ « Ri Dillon Keystone Reservoir d le Cr. Snak e dd mi 6 A d d 24 £ ¤ d C orral Cr. . W Te n £ ¤ A d 70 A u lc h B Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. d FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. d d For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map To Glenwood Vail Springs FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BONNY RESERVOIR — YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Green Mountain Reservoir d FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BOBTAIL CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Ri v e r ru c Sp A r. eC G G River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map B ▶ BLUE RIVER — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches £ ¤ Kremmling d ▶ BLUE MESA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGES 19, 21 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Lake Regulations To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River Blu e ▶ BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) — ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. Blue River Basin Lask ey G ▶ BLACK HOLLOW CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville ▶ BOSS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ BOULDER CREEK — BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Fairplay ▶ BOYD LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ BRUSH CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CPW.STATE.CO.US 13 �WATERS ▶ BRUSH CREEK, WEST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR — FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ BURGESS CREEK — GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call 303-651-8649 for details. ▶ CABIN CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CANYON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CARTER LAKE — LARIMER 1. Bag, max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 2. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 14 ▶ CASCADE CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2018 COLORADO FISHING ▶ CASCADE CREEK — HUERFANO HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ CASTLE CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK — RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CATARACT CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing is prohibited from December 1–February 28. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–August 15. 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 4. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. ▶ CHALK CREEK — CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ CHARTIER POND — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD STATE PARK — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed. ▶ CHEESMAN RESERVOIR — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 31 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. Wyatt Hall © Jeffrey Hall TAKE KIDS FISHING ■ Corn Lake, Mesa Co. ■ Fairplay Beach, Park Co. ■ Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. ■ Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. ■ Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. ■ Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. ■ Monument Lake, El Paso Co. ■ St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. ■ West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ takekidsfishing 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. ▶ CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. ▶ CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH — EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CIMARRON RIVER — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. �WATERS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers River Regulations To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Co do er Riv a lor State Bridge d ¬ « ea do w Cr. Riv er r M d d B d Ab d d r. Edwards Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d A 70 eC B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra A s ton B Cr . C Wolcott Red Sand dd E. Meadow Cr. d C Eagle River A d d i ve d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge C Dotsero § ¦ ¨ yR d Gypsum Ponds SWA Eagle To Grand Junction ne 131 C o rad C Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi lo Co Lake Regulations d Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 ▶ CLEAR CREEK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL POND) — ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. ▶ CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CLEAR LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PARK (See Tarryall Creek on page 37 for more information.) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ CLINTON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ COCHETOPA CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COLORADO RIVER — GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA MAPS: PAGES 16, 22, 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK, AND FROM CANYON CREEK TO ROCK CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. r. 24 C Cr o ss . W A To Dillon £ ¤ B d Miles ▶ CLEAR CREEK — CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. os s d d 20 Cr d d 15 d 10 B er Riv gle d d 5 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet Cr Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr .B E ru sh Cr . . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. . 0 d G ¹ ¬ « 82 yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs To Leadville Confluence of East and South Forks FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ COMO CREEK — BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. CPW.STATE.CO.US 15 �WATERS Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ¬ « d le C r. o d re is C ou Va squ ez Cre Lit. Vas quez C r. ek d £ ¤ tL Steel ma nC d d 4 5 10 Miles 15 20 Denver Water Board diversions To Silverthorne To Silverthorne 16 2018 COLORADO FISHING 40 d d 3 r. B ail Cr. 2 A Fk .C d Co rr 2 Co lo r Tenm i d d d d S ain A d r. d d d Denver Water Board diversion d d d B bt Bo 1 A For k N. A Cr e ek d Rd 30 rk A r. nch r ve r ive S . Fo oC Ra R ork d Big Hole Creek A Ri ek k Ha d Fraser C r. rd Cr. Hu m i l t o n C C ee Cr F ms k ree nC A For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map 40 dy d iv h or A er e k 3R Bl u e R She ep Three Licks Creek To Silverthorne Mead ow £ ¤ ll ia Wi d I USFS 125 bridge e re A C r G d rin Ro a d Granby ud eM 3 Rd US 40 bridge Li ttl Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map 0 D in ah ap Ar D D d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs r. . A r C Lake E Granby Monarch Lake C s Fra Rd C d H 33 ol er Tw dd 22 Rd ek Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 ¹ re ey C nn 1R Williams Fork Reservoir ¬ « D Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin eC F Willow Creek Res. Ki A d I Rd Radium d d o ad 1 k 2 Rd Kremmling r ee k C k 134 I r ee g Carter Cree k w llo r ee C al Grand Lake Shadow Mtn. Res. Wi Trou ble s om e C d ¬ « 34 d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d d dy A d d d u d 125 d M d d A £ ¤ d Li t. ree n G C r. To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass N Fk Colorado River A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released C - 2 trout limit D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit F - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 G - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery, slinbows and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. § ¦ ¨ 70 To Denver �WATERS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CONNECTED LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. ▶ CRAWFORD RESERVOIR — DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ DEEP CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. ▶ DEER BEAVER CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CROSHO RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ CRYSTAL LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ COOPER LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CRYSTAL RESERVOIR — MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ CORNELIUS CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CULEBRA CREEK — COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CUNNINGHAM CREEK — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ CORRAL CREEK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ DAIGRE LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ DEADMAN GULCH — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DEEP CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. ▶ DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18–22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. ▶ DePOORTER LAKE — SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. ▶ DIVIDE CREEK, WEST — GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 17 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS To Del Norte k. nF ma Wig ht Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d k Tra i lC ree Can Ja r d g re e k on E sco nd ido V yon r La Jar a C Ca n k aC To La Jara 40 Spectacle Lake R i to Colorado 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake Cr ee k Di xie ¬ « D 17 B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d M E X I C O d ree k n nyo Ca e ek d k A re e C A D er Cr Cumbres A k B B si ¬ « 17 de C ree k 18 lf C A Ca sca W O r ee Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s L D d no pC hee A Osier d Pi Cre ek S Gr ouse os d oD eL 1 FR Na t Menkhaven Resort g on iver Ri o iv e C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake d Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek sR ejo on ham a Fo x k C d ree d d r Bea v d n ej os R ive 5 ek re Co 5 FR 2 aC ros FR 259 Cr. Red Lake A a 2018 COLORADO FISHING k h N E W 18 os ou k. Rio C am Rio Ch Miles 3 Hot C ree Laguna Venado ee k 2 To La Jara e ek g h Cr. Victoria Lake A 1 e Cre 0 .R N. F k Alverjones Lake Cr 0 Pi ed ek FR 2 Ruybalid Lake l ¹ t C re River No Name Lake El k C chu A 25 South Fork confluence e Cr. erd Trail Lake Ar Ho os a La Jara Res. Empedrado Lake Ro u Wes tF am Cr . Lost Lake River 50 J C i C nejo s 2 FR A FR Co u th Fk. l ch Gu Green Lake So k ree Fk C T A A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th a C r. ng Creek Blue Lake ke La k Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake er J im Ha Twin Lakes er Terrace Res. e lo iab dl e Cr S ad e To Alamosa r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake Ri v oC A osa Al A Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR A la m si d or Big Lake Ca t C r e ek a ar k. jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d eek A A L o l Cr. Co a Ad a A Cat C r d C Lake Fk. Co ejo s ch S. F k . t Cree k d Co n A A d Mix Lake Rito G d Cr. at ld Go d e ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d d d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages ail l ch Gu To Antonito �WATERS Upper Gunnison Basin - Taylor Park Reservoir to Blue Mesa Reservoir River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; Only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Taylor Park Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; 3 lake trout limit; Only one lake trout over 26 inches per day A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches; No taking of kokanee; Fishing prohibited Aug. 1- Oct. 31 F - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 G - No taking of kokanee Aug. 1-Oct. 31; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Crested Butte ¬ « E as 135 Taylor Park Reservoir tR dd i ve Rd 209 d K - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 To Buena Vista ! H - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released I - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released J - 2 trout limit r 5 76 B C Rd Top of Taylor dam 81 3 i nn Gu d US50 bridge hi Cr e Rd 763 k d Tom ic ek 887 Rd d d Blue Mesa Reservoir £ ¤ Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line 50 Sou th To m ¬ « 114 ich i Cr ee k Be av Blue Mesa dam 149 50 To Salida ! ¬ « £ ¤ Co c het opa Creek ek Cr e er K 25 Rd Blue Mesa Reservoir standing water line Cebolla Cre e k 225 yards downstream of dam d d d Start of Morrow Point Reservoir Pitkin Gunnison G d K C n so 76 Rd F ek Cre Morrow Point Reservoir Rd d dd ek ee d v er Ri k ree d Cr e d Cr ee k West E lk Cr F eC A ek ek Steube n re ver C C re D l op A A Bea A A nt e re ek East E as t We st o pe nt e l West A ver C So a Downstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU k ree p E 74 2 o A B e av e r C 325 yards downstream from the top of Taylor dam Lower boundary of Taylor SWA D Hatchery outlet West Bea er Riv lor 42 Rd 7 Ta y Rd d d i Oh Upstream boundary of Roaring Judy SFU NN14 Rd d d 1 KK 4R d B d B h ek opa Cr e 114 ¹ ek To Saguache ! e Cr Co c het 27 Rd sP Lo os in ¬ « uleta e Cr A rc ek River ison d d unn Cochetopa SWA boundary Dome Lakes SWA/ Cochetopa SWA boundary B H dd Cr. aver A Confluence of Archuleta and Cochetopa Creeks d Road BLM boundary below The Gate campground High Bridge Gulch confluence Cochetopa SWA boundary C r. Be rk G A k lla Cree Cebo La k e Fo a ve Rd r dd Confluence with Cherry Creek I d To Lake City J 27 d 149 e ¬ « rB Dee I Upper Red Bridge campground boundary d d For Gunnison River regulations below Blue Mesa Reservoir see Lower Gunnison Basin Map 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 19 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ DIXON LAKE — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOLORES RIVER — DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. ▶ DOTY PARK LAKE — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ DOUG CREEK — MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ DUKE LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ EAGLE RIVER — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ EAST PASS CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ EAST RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. 20 2018 COLORADO FISHING FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. GOOD PLACES TO: ▶ ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch. ▶ ELK CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ELK RIVER — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH, AND MIDDLE FORKS) — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ ELKHEAD RESERVOIR — MOFFAT, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ ERIE LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FALL CREEK — MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW FISH FOR KOKANEE ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ■ Lake Granby, Grand Co. ■ Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. ■ Sweetwater Lake, Garfield Co. ■ Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ hotspots ▶ FALL CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FAWN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FISH CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ FLORIDA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ FORBES PARK LAKE — COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS Lower Gunnison Basin - Blue Mesa Reservoir to Delta Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: To McClure Pass/Carbondale ! d Blue Mesa Reservoir - Ice fishing shelters must be portable; No bag or possession limit for lake trout; only 1 lake trout over 32 inches per day; Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31; Bag limit for kokanee is 5; Possession limit for kokanee is 10 Cerro Summit Reservoir - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Ice fishing prohibited; Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-Feb. 28; Fishing access restricted to parking lot, trail, and up to 50 feet from the water line March 1-Aug. 15; Crawford Reservoir - 1 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin, or the outlet canal is prohibited; Underwater spearfishing may be used as a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Crystal Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Morrow Point Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted East Fork Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Terror Creek Paonia Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from the top of the dam down to the boundary fence below the stilling basin A Terror Creek Reservoir Ridgway Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted West Fork Terror Creek Reservoir outlet Sept. 1-Dec. 31; No bag or possession limit for smallmouth bass; Terror Creek A Paonia To the Grand Mesa Sweitzer Lake - All fish, except carp, must be returned to the water River Reservoir immediately upon catch; Underwater spearfishing may be used as G u n n is o n C a method of fishing for northern pike or carp in accordance with Terror Creek 65 H CPW regulations; Underwater spearfishing prohibited within Top of Paonia 100 feet of any marina, boat ramp, swim beach or dam Cedaredge d d ! d d ¬ « ¬ « Boundary fence below stilling basin Fo r k ! Fruit Growers Reservoir B k Crawford F d Gould Reservoir Ri ver B 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam Crystal Reservoir dam Ri v er C - Fishing prohibited as posted D - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 Montrose £ ¤ 50 E - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fishing in the spillway, the stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited. 550 pa com Un H - *Non-native fish regulation dd G 858 Rd dd I C Ridgway Reservoir d Silverjack Reservoir Nate Cree k d D d 8 Rd A Ridgway 10 Rd er Riv d ! Ouray CR 23 bridge To Red Mountain Pass/Silverton k ree 62 ¹ C Cow ¬ « 860 Rd 8 Rd D To Placerville Morrow Point Reservoir iver Ridgway dam D C C Cimarron Rd Cow Creek confluence Fence just below USGS Gauge Station Blue Mesa Reservoir Morrow Point dam dd hgre H *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Crystal Reservoir Start of Morrow Point Reservoir 225 yards downstream of Blue Mesa dam Blue Mesa dam Cimarron R - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation 92 Cerro Summit Reservoir £ ¤ G - Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31 ¬ « d C 130 yards downstream of Morrow Point dam For Gunnison River regulations above Blue Mesa Reservoir see Upper Gunnison Basin Map d £ ¤ B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water ! Crawford Reservoir eek r gC A Dou M u d d y Creek d pahgre com Olathe nn i so n A d Top of Crawford dam Gu 50 A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released R i ver North boundary fence Un River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: nnis on d H 92 Gu d d Sweitzer Lake ¬ « h Smi t Fo rk d Relief Ditch diversion (five miles above Austin Bridge) North dC re e E d Delta E Sec on H d d 50 er d £ ¤ Riv d H niso n Confluence with Anthracite Creek Hotchkiss 92 Gun Paonia H ¬ « I Reservoir dam 133 To Grand Junction 0 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 Miles 21 CPW.STATE.CO.US �1 2 4 West Salt Cre ek 3 5 B 20 B Gu nn Grand Junction ¬ « 141 B 141 ¬ « n iso To Gateway 70 § ¦ ¨ Riv 15 D To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Palisade Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Beswick Pond B 65 B Mesa ¬ « e re k Griffith Res. on C k A hu 65 ¬ « Island Lake r. d A To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Vega Res. C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge C te ¬ « 325 Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran B ac ar Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 rado A E. F k. P Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ¬ « De Beque ve r Ri 70 § ¦ ¨ Co Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r Highline Res. h C Parachute hu te A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. River Regulations Bul 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ Mack 139 k H Mack Mesa Res. eek ¬ « d East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. C r ee A T d U To Rangely d t Cr R oan Sa l ac Ea s t P ar kW as Cr. M ac d d ek re o d Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Beswick Pond - Fishing prohibited Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d 2018 COLORADO FISHING d 22 d Lake Regulations WATERS k ree lC er �WATERS ▶ FORT MORGAN PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FOURMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ FRASER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ FRASER RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ FREEMAN RESERVOIR — MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ FRENCH GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FREY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 — PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ FRYINGPAN RIVER — EAGLE, PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. G ▶ GEORGE CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOAT CREEK — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GOLDEN PARK PONDS — BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ GORE CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. G ▶ GRAND LAKE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ▶ GRANDVIEW PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ GRANEROS CREEK — PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GRASSY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. ▶ GREEN RIVER — MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GRIFFITH RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ GRIMES CREEK — LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ GRIZZLY CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ GROSS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ GROUNDHOG CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR — DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER — DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 21 G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. 23 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 21 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK — GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG - FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ HEADACHE CREEK — ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK — DELTA, GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ HEBERTON CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HAHN CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ HAMILTON CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HANGING LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 1. Fishing prohibited. Thank you. Your hunting and fishing licenses pay to protect Colorado habitat. ▶ HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, slingbows, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited. ▶ HAT CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 24 2018 COLORADO FISHING ▶ HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HENRY RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ HERMAN GULCH — CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIDDEN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HIGHLINE RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. ▶ HIMES CREEK — MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HINE LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 — LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. ▶ HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) — PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �To Walden 14 ¬ « Colo 14 bridge E d Joe Wright Reservoir Jo eW Zimmerman Lake Chambers Lake r. g on tC rig h Po ud C ch ar in g A C r. aw .S he ep Cr A . h A ee y Cr. ive r B B Kinikinik .P B eep Cr . ine Cr. Rustic d d B dre er nn Rd re ud Po E 63 eC r. River 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 14 ¬ « ther Lak 74E Rd es R d Red Fe a 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Pe Riv B Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) D P in Parvin Lake Dowdy Lake N. L o ne Pingree Park Rd./bridge West boundary of Hombre Ranch Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary A . Cr Po u dre River L eP on Deadm an R d 162 R d Red Feather Lakes B Bull Creek confluence Divide Creek confluence ive r N. F k. Pou dre R Upper Poudre River Drainage r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A Sh re Ri v er oud Eaton Reservoir Big Bend campground upper boundary d Long Draw Reservoir C ul Ma dr eR re D Ri v er Wil d A d 80C Rd d u 9 44H R d Halligan Reservoir To Laramie k. ¹ 0 14 ¬ « Miles 0.5 Upper boundary of Gateway Park eR dr d B 1 Masonville u Po B Milton Seaman Reservoir iv. Fort Collins Laporte Watson Lake Ted's Place To 287 £ ¤ Livermore Milton Seaman Reservoir Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd Poudre Park See inset map eC e Pin r. 12 re River P o ud L on Po ud r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 River Regulations d L Po Dr llow ck H o d To Wyoming d d r. pC d d d d Fk E. . Fk . S W Cr . N. Fk d G P ou d d Rd ms p Shee d k. d Ro la d S. F Rd irie Pra ve o t S Rd 27 d oc 162 R d d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 d d d 103 lia Cr. d S.Fk . d R 69 k C r. F Fk. N. iver eR N. d Lake Regulations WATERS CPW.STATE.CO.US 25 �WATERS ▶ HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) — BENT, OTERO 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ HORSESHOE RESERVOIR — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. ▶ HOTEL DRAW — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ HUDSON TOWN POND — WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ HUERFANO RIVER — HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ HUNT LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ILLINOIS RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) — MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ JAYHAWKER PONDS — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. 26 2018 COLORADO FISHING ▶ JIM CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ JOE WRIGHT CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. ▶ JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR — BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ JUMBO RESERVOIR — LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ JUNIATA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. ▶ KELLY LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KELSO CREEK — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KENNEY RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ KERR LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ KETNER LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ KOA LAKE — BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LA PLATA RIVER — LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LAGERMAN RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ LAKE ARBOR — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LAKE CREEK — HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. ▶ LAKE DOROTHEY — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ LAKE FORK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LAKE GRANBY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. �WATERS r ve Gr a Rd d ero Poage Lake Rd US Forest Service boundary a k Alberta A Park Res. West Fk. San Francisco Cr. W. San Francisco Lk. ▶ LESTER CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ LON HAGLER RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or posession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ LONE PINE CREEK — LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ LONETREE RESERVOIR — LARIMER 1. The bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. ▶ LONG DRAW RESERVOIR — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G Rd 33.0 Rd n Fr Sa C d ¬ « 112 £ ¤ 285 Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C d A La Garita 38 A ek os Beaver Creek Res. n Pi r ee d an cisc o Cre ek Creek ose ▶ LASKEY GULCH — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 160 Gra n d e i Be To Saguache d ▶ LARAMIE RIVER — LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. £ ¤ k io .R E South Fork k ▶ LAKE JOHN — JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. To Pagosa Springs F S. eR E Rio Rio Grande Canal diversion structure Cre FR 52 3 d T d e ver Cr e IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. Big Meadows Res. nd eek Colo 149 bridge d 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. eek d e ek d West fence of Masonic Park C Miles N. Fk. Ca rn eC r. ch g Sa d o Cr D Go 16 Carner o C r eek arg Rive r Pa ss 12 d ac h . d La Gari ta Cr d ¹ 8 d Creede Cr ut ro 4 A A Prong Cr. B D Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water A Emb an de Lower boundary of River Hill Campground 2 Miners Cr. . River Regulations 0 d Cr. Rio Grande Res. Gr . Carner Fk A re ek A d k ree sC er ar Cle d 18 R D d S. . Cr d in k. M F N. S. F k Santa Maria Res. B oC 149 Rio ua A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Road Canyon Res. #1 r. ag u Mid. F k S B To Lake City Continental Res. eC Confluence with California Gulch d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released e Cr. ach gu B 41 G Sa Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek ▶ LOS PINOS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ LOS PINOS RIVER — HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ LOST TRAIL CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ LOWELL PONDS — ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MACK MESA RESERVOIR — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. CPW.STATE.CO.US 27 �B J 13 ¬ « d A C olo rad oR ive r North side of I-70 bridge 1 Miles 2 C M 3 ee k C B Ri v e r F A F G d Glenwood Springs C 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence Springs Fish Hatchery B Upper boundary of Glenwood l Cr hel itc Inset Map Silt Harvey Gap Reservoir 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence I rado I-70 Exit 90 bridge lo Rifle Co 325 ¬ « . A dd d 0 C d d C an yon Cr eek For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit F A G I C I A C Ri ver F 50 yards up and downstream of confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluences d 70 § ¦ ¨ To Delta Glenwood Springs (Please see inset map) F ¬ « rk 133 Fo F Rive r rail Cr. Lost T B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Hanging o ad Lake lo r Co C v er B E 0 mass Cre e k 1 2 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir H 3 82 River E D 5 R oc Aspen D F B ky Ruedi Reservoir r 15 Cr. Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 4 d ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan 20 To Independence Pass ¹ A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I - 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Snowmass To Vail Dotsero For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map Ri Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited dd e Creek No Na m Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers r. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: rk Fo Thr e e mi le Creek ring d lC pit o S n ow r rk r m il e C iver t al R d R oa Cry s d so n C dd d d d Nic k el k Ca ree d d d ly C Grizz n d rmile Fou k or Fou d g ari n Ro d d d 2018 COLORADO FISHING Rifle Creek d d 28 d ari Ro Fo d Fry ing pan WATERS r e Riv ve Ri d d Creek d �WATERS ▶ MAD CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MANCOS RIVER — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MARTIN LAKE — HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. ▶ MICHIGAN RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ MAY CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ McELMO CREEK — MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ McKAY LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ McMURRY PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ McPHEE RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MEAD PONDS — WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEADOW CREEK, EAST — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEDANO CREEK — SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MEREDITH RESERVOIR — CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ MIDDLE CREEK, EAST — SAGUACHE FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK — SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NASH CREEK — DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. ▶ NATE CREEK — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NATIVE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MINERS CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO LAKE — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ MITCHELL CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO RIVER — ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR — PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ MONUMENT RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MORRISON CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ MORROW POINT RESERVOIR — GUNNISON, MONTROSE MAP: PAGE 19 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ NAVAJO RESERVOIR — ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR — KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) — KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ NEWLIN CREEK — CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ NICKELSON CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 29 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only « ¬ 9 Mid e dl £ ¤ 285 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Ri ve Hartsel ve r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ 9 a Ch E 24 e nn ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ 2 4 8 Miles ▶ NO NAME CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ NOLAN CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER — JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ NORTH SHIELDS PONDS — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2018 COLORADO FISHING e st d To Buena Vista 0 30 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South l C d d d Pl a Ri 24 r d C A d ut h F o rk So C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water A Garo Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released 12 To Canon City ▶ NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ NORTH TAYLOR CREEK — CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ NORTHWATER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ OLD DILLON RESERVOIR — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. ▶ OSIER CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. D Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir d d Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only River Regulations River B d To Fairplay d South Platte River in South Park Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ▶ OVERLAND TRAIL POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PAONIA RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PARVIN LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. �WATERS South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately To Denver To Denver R 124 Phillipsburg Conifer £ ¤ 285 3 Rd 5 Rd d Rd Glenelk Spring Gulch Pond £ ¤ 85 To Castle Rock C Strontia Springs Res. 83 Rd Pl ut h Rd So rt h 96 Rd Ri v Foxton Strontia Springs Dam r To Castle Rock South Platte Fo ¬ « 67 Rd Nighthawk d 97 R d ut h 67 R So rC r Oxyoke e e k River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit B Deckers e ek A d Cheesman Res. rs e Ho d Cr d am B Suga Creek 126 Rd W ig w l Cr. Scraggy View Picnic Ground Cree k Pl a 40 Rd Pi ne d Gu n barre B ea r tte 67 R d 12 6 ve Ri er rk No att e 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion d 12 6 7 Rd Kassler 97 To Bailey Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd To Denver d Wigwam Club (Private) C r. ¬ « 67 º F o u rm ile Cre ek To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 31 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ PASS CREEK — MINERAL MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PASTURE CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PEARL LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. ▶ PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ PETTY CREEK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK — MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 32 MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIT D POND — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ POAGE LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. ▶ POOSE CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PORCUPINE LAKE — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PREWITT RESERVOIR — LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at authorized sales agents. ▶ PRONGER POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PARK LAKES — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ▶ POUDRE PONDS NO. 1 — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ POUDRE RIVER — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ PUEBLO RESERVOIR — PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam from 4 p.m.–9 a.m. March 15–April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA — EL PASO, TELLER Permits Required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. ▶ POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 2018 COLORADO FISHING ▶ POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH — KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. �White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations Cr Fork A B Ri ve d d C 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake r ve d d Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B To Rifle Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek 13 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Buford So ut h Rd d d ve Ri Fla Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement B 15 5 d d D C h Nor t r B Ri 8R Lake Avery r ¬ « d er Be av Big Wakara Fishing Lease D C A d lC r. d 15 R C d 13 Rd 6 Rd White 8 Rd Sn el d 7 Rd C r. 8R d 4 Rd d d d d C D Cr. 64 hn ¬ « Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C Fawn Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A ee k d Ha 13 st Cr. Lo ¬ « d Rd d Rd 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie To Craig 7 ek WATERS 0 White 3 6 12 18 Miles ▶ QUINCY RESERVOIR — ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. ▶ RAMPART RESERVOIR — EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. ▶ RELAY CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RHODES GULCH — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIDGWAY RESERVOIR — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. ▶ RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR — GARFIELD MAPS: PAGES 22, 28 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ▶ RIO BLANCO LAKE — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 34 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIO BLANCO RIVER — ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ RIO DE LOS PINOS — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO GRANDE — HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEST FENCE OF MASONIC PARK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RIO LADO CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 33 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS White River Meeker to Utah State Line h d Was d 9R C Rio Blanco Lake d d 5R Colo 13 bridge k r ee B d Meeker A ¬ « R 24 Cr e ek ree Fla g C an ce C 13 Pice Rd glas d k 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 d Miles 5R 2.5 To Rifle To Loma ▶ RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 — LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER — LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ▶ ROAD BEAVER CREEK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE — JACKSON WITHIN MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 34 2018 COLORADO FISHING ▶ ROARING FORKS CREEK — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROARING FORK RIVER — PITKIN, GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ ROCK CREEK — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK — PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK CREEK, LITTLE — MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCK LAKE — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY FORK CREEK — PITKIN MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ ROSEMONT RESERVOIR — TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. d d d X 24 Do u llo Ye B r ve Ri d Cr ee k d 122 R 7 Rd d 1R d ke eek te hi B Taylor Draw Dam 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White B B Kenney Reservoir Str a o Cr 21 R River o Cr y err Rd wb ¬ « 64 A H d T 65 w 40 To Craig ash R 61 £ ¤ Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 134 Rd U Dinosaur River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations �WATERS ▶ ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ RUBY JEWEL LAKE — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA — PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK — SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) — BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ ST. VRAIN STATE PARK — WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ▶ SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE — RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 27 PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SAN JUAN RIVER — ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SAN MIGUEL RIVER — MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ SANCHEZ RESERVOIR — COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. ▶ SARVIS CREEK — GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ SCENERY POND — RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SCHWACHHEIM CREEK — LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ SECOND CREEK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SEVERY CREEK — EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ SHEEP CREEK — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SIG CREEK, EAST FORK — SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SILVER LAKE — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK — ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SLOAN LAKE — HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SNELL CREEK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SODA CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) — ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER — DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 30–31 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be re turned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 35 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - *Whitefish regulation B - *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released;*Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation G - 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation H - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation I - *Non-native fish regulation J - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released K - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 L - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit F N. d r Cr. te Le s dd L A S A d El k iver Riv er k Middle Fork Elk River d A Pearl Lake lk R rk E Elk ee d Cr hea Elk River ork A . Fo ot t on Steamboat Lake 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. Lit. C C k ree 13 dd ow ¬ « wo od Cr. K ill To Baggs, WY 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W d *Whitefish regulation - Bag limit for whitefish is 4; Possession limit for whitefish is 8 *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie d River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A ee k Cr tion ifi ca d H G Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek A d F d James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) d Colo 394 Bridge d River d 40 d ¬ « £ ¤ Hayden Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « 13 s Fo rk ¬ « 317 ¬ « W d d d er d 10 Miles 36 2018 COLORADO FISHING 15 20 d Stillwater Res. Yamcolo Res. ne yC d 5 d d d k 4 ee Cr son 3 dd v Ri ar Be im 2 ri or A Ch 1 M Yampa J A d iver ¹ d Crosho Res. Sheriff Reservoir a R J B se Cr. Poo or k or k A mp Ya Phippsburg ia ill iams F k Will Vaughn Res. A S ar v is C reek d Cre ek Tr ou t rk os J 40 dd o East F ap Sou th For Mo r eek m sF £ ¤ d Stagecoach Res. B To Walden/ Kremmling k D C Oak Creek ree Lake Catamount 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam A 0 A E d Burgess Cr. W alton C 131 Cr A dd Willia m To Meeker d d 394 H I 13 A pa Yam ¬ « d A Creek da So d 40 A d £ ¤ Craig Elkhead Res. d Cree k d Ma t For To Dinosaur Porcupine Lake ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « 131 To Wolcott To Kremmling �WATERS G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G ▶ SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — PARK MAP: PAGE 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ▶ SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE — ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. ▶ SPRING CREEK — DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRING GULCH POND — DOUGLAS MAP: PAGE 29 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.) — GRAND, SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE) — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STAGECOACH RESERVOIR — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. ▶ STALKER LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STANDLEY LAKE — JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G ▶ STEAMBOAT LAKE — ROUTT ▶ STEARNS LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ STEELMAN CREEK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SUMMIT RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ SWAMP LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWAN RIVER — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ▶ SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK — SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 13 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ SWEITZER LAKE — DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ SYLVAN LAKE — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ TAMARACK RANCH POND — LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TARRYALL CREEK — PARK FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. ▶ TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE — MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. ▶ TAYLOR RIVER — GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 19 FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK — DELTA MAP: PAGE 21 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 37 CPW.STATE.CO.US �WATERS ▶ THOMAS RESERVOIR — BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. ▶ THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREE LICKS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ THREEMILE CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 28 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. ▶ THURSTON RESERVOIR — PROWERS NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ▶ TIMBERLINE LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ TORSIDO CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TOTTEN RESERVOIR — MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ TRAPPER CREEK — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TRAPPERS LAKE — GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 33 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. ▶ TRINIDAD RESERVOIR — LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. 38 2018 COLORADO FISHING ▶ TROUT CREEK — RIO BLANCO, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM SHERIFF RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH YAMPA RIVER: 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. GOOD PLACES TO: FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO, BUT NOT INCLUDING, SHERIFF RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ TURQUOISE RESERVOIR — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. ▶ TUTTLE CREEK — SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GO ICE FISHING ■ Lake John, Jackson Co. ▶ TWIN LAKES — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ■ Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. ▶ TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR — BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. ■ Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. ▶ TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR — JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ■ Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. ▶ UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER — OURAY MAP: PAGE 21 FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) — WELD 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. ▶ VALLECITO CREEK — LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. © CPW ■ Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. ■ Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. ■ Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/ IceFishingSafety.aspx FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ VAUGHN RESERVOIR — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. ▶ VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST — LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �WATERS ▶ VIRGINIA LAKE — LAKE MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WACKER PONDS — MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA — HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ▶ WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) — BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. ▶ WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA — MESA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. ▶ WALTON CREEK — ROUTT MAP: PAGE 36 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ▶ WANEKA LAKE — BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) — DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. ▶ WATSON LAKE — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. ▶ WEST CREEK — MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WEST CROSS CREEK — EAGLE MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WHITE RIVER — RIO BLANCO MAPS: PAGES 33, 34 FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK — RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 33 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15– Nov. 30. ▶ WILLIAMS FORK RIVER — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLIAMS GULCH — LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. ▶ WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) — MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. ▶ WINDSOR RESERVOIR — WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ▶ WOLF CREEK — CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR — GRAND MAP: PAGE 16 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. ▶ WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA — SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ WRIGHTS LAKE — CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ▶ YAMPA RIVER — ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 36 FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ▶ YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 — DELTA MAP: PAGE 22 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ▶ YUMA CITY LAKE — YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ▶ ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 25 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1–July 31. CPW.STATE.CO.US 39 �TROUT FAMILY TIGER TROUT Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger LAKE TROUT (MACKINAW) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail BROOK TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROWN TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides Purchase your 2018–2019 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us/CPWshop IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides BASS YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, welldeveloped canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; whitetipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout OTHER SPORTFISH PIKE More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/Identification COLORADO FISH IDENTIFICATION All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri �▶ TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. ▶ WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red If you practice catch and release while fishing, ▶ KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the ▶ REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSwater with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to SIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be release MUST be returned to the water immediately. removed while the fish is still in the water. ▶ GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid ▶ TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or fish. A fish played for too long will be too eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its exhausted to recover. belly or by the area in front of the tail. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellowgreen on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim SUNFISH & CRAPPIE MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouths and body SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tails ARCTIC CHAR Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharpedged keel behind the head COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See page 8 for a full list of protected species to be released. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED �Printed for free distribution by: COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office, or at cpw.state.co.us/Regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. THANK YOU, HUNTERS & ANGLERS OF COLORADO, FOR SUPPORTING COLORADO'S WILDLIFE & HABITATS! YOUR LICENSE DOLLARS AT WORK: WILDLIFE FUNDING SOURCES* 62% YOUR HUNTING AND FISHING LICENSE FEES BENEFITING WILDLIFE HABITAT The funds provided by the Colorado Habitat Stamp are required by state statute to only be spent on wildlife habitat and access. CPW works with private landowners, local governments and conservation organizations to provide places for people to enjoy our wildlife heritage. 960 SPECIES CALL COLORADO HOME CPW manages both game and non-game species, including those that are threatened and endangered. NORTH AMERICA'S LARGEST ELK HERD is an estimated population of 275,000 animals. Maintaining the habitat and long term health of big game herds is a top priority for our staff and our dollars. DIVERSE HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES 18% EXCISE TAX ON HUNTING AND FISHING EQUIPMENT 9% LOTTERY & GOCO 4% FEDERAL & STATE GRANTS 5% SALES, DONATIONS, INTEREST, OTHER 42 70+ 10 90 SMALL GAME SPECIES PUBLIC FISHING ACCESS to 2,500 natural lakes and reservoirs, and 12,000 miles of streams. BIG GAME SPECIES DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is ILLEGAL. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000. ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges. ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water. MILLION SPORTFISH are hatched and stocked into Colorado waters annually. CPW’s 19 state fish hatcheries and rearing units keep them healthy and plentiful. 2% SEVERANCE TAX The dollars from your licenses are federally mandated to be spent on fish and wildlife management. This means your dollars are spent directly supporting what you love. *FISCAL YEAR 2014–2015 CPW.STATE.CO.US/FINANCIALSUSTAINABILITY 2018 COLORADO FISHING WARNING! FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: HELP US PROTECT YOUR STREAMS, RIVERS AND LAKES REPORT ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ANONYMOUSLY You could be eligible for a reward. � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/08a5f8c8a47c6b079e1eef7d2ffff5a0.pdf 03c065e8421d5ab48a9fcf4102c257eb PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2017 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2017 – MARCH 31, 2018 online brochure cpw.state.co.us �» 2017 FISHING BROCHURE CORRECTIONS UPDATED: MARCH 30, 2017 Please see the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website at: cpw.state.co.us/regulations for complete regulation information. PAGE CORRECTION AS PRINTED IN BROCHURE 2017 WHAT’S NEW 1 NEW REGULATIONS FOR BOATERS THAT AFFECT ANGLERS WERE NOT INCLUDED AT THE TIME OF THE PRINT PUBLICATION: THESE REGULATIONS ARE INCLUDED IN THE ONLINE VERSION ONLY. �2017 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE REFERENCE 2017 Colorado Fishing TABLE OF CONTENTS Online Features Licenses and Information.............................. 1 Watch more Colorado Parks and Wildlife videos on our VIMEO & YOUTUBE VIDEO CHANNELS VIDEOS: WINTER STOCKING OF TROUT GET THE TIPS AND TECHNIQUES for successful fly-fishing using salmon flies on the Colorado River. COLORADO FISH HATCHERIES • Gear: what you need to start fishing .............................2 • Bag and possession limits.................................................3 • State records.........................................................................4 • How to measure your catch..............................................4 • Illegal stocking.....................................................................5 • License, residency and disability requirements...........5 • Special conditions and restrictions.................................6 • Legal fishing methods; glossary of fishing terms........7 • Fishery programs.................................................................8 • Aquatic nuisance species; information for boaters; how to clean waders and gear ..................9 • Take kids fishing.................................................................13 • Fish for kokanee.................................................................21 • Ice fish in January..............................................................23 Maps • Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye limits.................3 • Upper Arkansas River.......................................................11 • Blue River Basin..................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers.................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium..........15 • Conejos and Alamosa river drainages.........................17 • Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa.......................19 • Upper Poudre River Drainage.........................................24 • Upper Rio Grande Basin...................................................26 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers...................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield.................28 • South Platte River: South Park.......................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker..............................32 • White River: Meeker to Utah state line.........................33 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig...............................35 Fish Identification .................................. 36–37 COVER: ▶ Cutbow trout at Deckers © Mike DelliVeneri, CPW SEE HOW CPW continues its long history of conserving Colorado's fish populations, while also monitoring and protecting the health of all the state's aquatic wildlife and water systems. MORE ONLINE COLORADO FISHING ATLAS Get started on your next fishing adventure by using CPW's interactive mapping tool! Find new fishing opportunities in the state by searching for species or proximity to your home. Click the map or link to go straight to the atlas: THE FUTURE OF CONSERVATION Fly Fisherman at Clear Creek © Wayne Lewis, CPW OTHER PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: ▶ Winter fly fishing at Deckers © Wayne Lewis, CPW ▶ Caryn Feil with a rainbow trout at Stagecoach State Park © Jerry Neal, CPW ▶ Evergreen Lake ice fishing © Mike DelliVeneri, CPW ▶ User submission for 2015 #ColoradoOutdoors Fishing Photo Contest © CPW GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOT We’re looking for fishing photos! Email us pictures of you casting a line or with your catch for a chance to be featured in one of our brochures or online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/fishingatlas LEARN HOW your license dollars contribute directly to the conservation of wildlife species and outdoor recreation in Colorado. cpw.state.co.us ADMINISTRATION 1313 Sherman St., #618 Denver, 80203 Reference.................................................... 2–9 Good Places To: FISHING WITH SALMON FLIES CPW OFFICE LOCATIONS • 2017 What’s New; license fees; season dates; fishing information resources; Habitat Stamp Regulations............................................ 10–35 WATCH as CPW staff perform the winter stocking of 16,000 trout at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Since 2007, we've planted more than 740,000 trout in Eleven Mile and Spinney Mountain reservioirs. 2017 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE dnr_hunter.testimonials@state.co.us 303-297-1192 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. BRUSH (closed until further notice) 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 970-842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 970-255-6100 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 719-587-6900 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 719-227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 970-641-7060 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 970-252-6000 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 303-291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 970-725-6200 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 719-561-5300 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 970-247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 719-336-6600 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 719-530-5520 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 970-472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 970-878-6090 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 970-870-2197 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 970-947-2920 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE: cpw.state.co.us/Fishing/Brochure Printed for free distribution by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us Editor: Chelsea Harlan Cover photo © Mike DelliVeneri Printed March 2017 by Publication Printers, Denver. 320,000 copies. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director: Robert Broscheid The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission members are (as of February 2017): James Pribyl, Chair • John Howard, Jr., Vice Chair • Michelle Zimmerman, Secretary • Robert W. Bray • Chris Castilian • Jeanne Horne • Dale Pizel • James Vigil • Dean Wingfield • Alex Zipp • Don Brown, ex-officio member • Bob Randall, ex-officio member • Robert Broscheid, CPW Director CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed above and online: cpw.state.co.us/Regulations �REFERENCE 2017 WHAT’S NEW » WATER-SPECIFIC REGULATIONS ADDED... New regulations have been added for Herman Gulch in Clear Creek County and Rock Creek in Park County. See Special Regulations for Fishing Waters, pages 10–35. The restocking of native greenback cutthroat trout into Herman Gulch and Rock Creek by CPW has been successful, aiding in the effort to reintroduce this native species to the Upper South Platte River Basin. Both waters will soon have established self-sustaining conservation populations. Due to the low number of existing greenback cutthroat populations on the landscape, CPW wants the fish in Herman Gulch and Rock Creek to receive additional protection with catch-and-release and flies-and-lures-only regulations. See blue box on page 16 for more details about native cutthroat trout protection. » GOLD MEDAL WATER ADDITIONS... Gold Medal waters for Blue River now go from Dillon Reservoir to Hamilton Creek Road bridge, as well as from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River (see pages 8 and 12). Gold Medal waters for Colorado River now go from Canyon Creek to Rock Creek, as well as from Fraser River to Troublesome Creek (see pages 8 and 14). » NEW BOATING REGULATIONS TO HELP CONTAIN AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES... It is the responsibility of the vessel or other floating device operator to clean, drain water from all compartments and motors/engines in between launches and dry the vessel or other floating device in between launches. Upon removal of a vessel or other floating device from waters of the state, and before leaving the boat launch or parking area, the operator is required to remove aquatic plants and water drain plug(s). It is prohibited to transport a vessel or other floating device over land with aquatic plants or water drain plugs in place. » HABITAT STAMP INFORMATION 1. Anyone 18–64 MUST purchase a stamp in order to buy or apply for a hunting or fishing license (including preference points). 2. Stamps are $10 and are nonrefundable. Only one is required per person per year, valid April 1–March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. 3. EXEMPTIONS: Anyone with a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small-game hunting and fishing license, or those approved for the Big-Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program are exempt. See cpw.state.co.us/fish/accessibility for details about those programs. FISHING INFORMATION RESOURCES » FISHING CONDITIONS • cpw.state.co.us/FishingConditions 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 at: • cpw.state.co.us/SignUp/FishingReport • cpw.state.co.us/FishStocking » BOAT REGISTRATION • cpw.state.co.us/BoatingRegistration » REPORT OIL SPILLS To report an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24-hour hotline at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, 1-877-518-5608. ONLINE EATING YOUR CATCH? CHECK HEALTH ADVISORIES Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet. They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, test fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. Current advisories are online at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 2017 Colorado Fishing LICENSE FEES ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2017–MARCH 31, 2018 GET YOUR LICENSE: » Online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply » By phone: 1-800-244-5613 » In person: CPW offices, state parks, license agents HABITAT STAMP FEE » 2017 Habitat Stamp (nonrefundable) $10 Required for residents and nonresidents, ages 18–64. Add this to license fees below if you have not yet purchased a 2017 Habitat Stamp. » Lifetime Habitat Stamp..................................................$300.25 LICENSES FEE RESIDENTS » Adult annual (ages 16–63).............................................$26 » Senior annual (64 and older)........................................$1 For senior lifetime low-income licenses, see page 5. » Small Game & Fishing combo.....................................$41 NONRESIDENTS » Annual..................................................................................$56 » Five-day...............................................................................$21 YOUTH » Resident and nonresident younger than age 16 (second-rod charge still applies).................FREE RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS » Second-rod stamp...........................................................$5 One second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16 (see page 5). » One-day fishing................................................................$9 » Additional-day fishing....................................................$5 Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. Prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1. Current and valid photo ID 2. For residents, proof of residency (see page 5) 3. Habitat Stamp (see at left) 4. A Social Security number is required for new customers ages 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp) Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an affidavit and paying a fee. See “License Requirements” on page 5. SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10–35. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 3–4, 2017. All other rules and regulations apply. 1 �3. GET YOUR GEAR ON You need just a few basic items to get started fishing. The fun part is adding to your gear collection as you progress! » Fishing line, 4- to 8-lb. test » Bobbers 4. KNOW YOUR KNOT There are lots of fishing knots. The Improved Clinch Knot is a good, basic knot to get you started. » Hooks, #8 or #10 » Swivels, #10 Where should you go? You can find your perfect fishing hole by using the Colorado Fishing Atlas. Are you catching our emails? If not, you’re missing out on shing conditions, tips, news and upcoming events, as well as regulation updates. » Sinkers, 1/8 oz. » Hemostats or needle-nose pliers Swivels keep your line from twisting. » Thread the line through eye of the hook. Double back and make five or more turns around the line. » Bring the end of line back through the first loop formed behind the eye. Then go through the big loop. » Wet knot and pull the tag end to tighten down the coils. Slide it tight against the eye, clip excess. 5. PICK YOUR SPOT SUNFISH & CRAPPIE » Jigs » Worms » Mealworms BASS » Jigs » Worms These help you dislodge hooks and grip line while tying knots. PUTTING IT TOGETHER: clinch knot swivel FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at most of Colorado’s state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state. co.us/fish/parkfinder National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. Special fishing regulations also included. 5 EASY STEPS TO ADD YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS: 1. Log on to the CPW licensing system: co.wildlifelicense.com 2. Click “Start Now” 3. Enter your account information 4. Verify your contact information and add your email address 5. Click “Update Address Only” The CPW Call Center can also assist you: 303-291-1192 TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. snelled line and hook combo cpw.state.co.us/fish/fishingatlas Type of fish visit/fishing.htm sinker or: use clinch knots to tie line to swivel and the hook to the other end of the line STATEWIDE LIMITS MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the “Statewide Limits” chart at right for details. (except kokanee) in aggregate* SEE “SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS” SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 10–35. ] Different species of fish have different appetites. Choose your bait based on what kind of fish are in the lake and what you are trying to catch. Look at the list of waters in this brochure for any additional bait restrictions. CATFISH » Stinkbait » Worms Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10–35, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyour- ion Daily mit Possess i l g it a b lim 4 REFERENCE A closed-face spincast rod and reel are great for learning how to fish. TROUT » Powerbait » Lures » Flies » Salmon eggs » Worms » Jigs STATEWIDE BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS READING THE LIMITS CHART 1. PICK YOUR ROD & REEL 2. CHOOSE YOUR BAIT 2017 Colorado Fishing » Fishing is a great lifetime activity and a fun way for families to spend time together outdoors. Getting started isn’t complicated. Follow our basic equipment guide and you’ll be hooked before you know it! » REFERENCE » ] HOW TO GET STARTED FISHING GEAR, KNOTS, TIPS FOR BEGINNERS OF ALL AGES REFERENCE 8 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) 10 10 10 10 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 unlimited unlimited 10 10 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 20 West of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited East of Continental Divide 20 20 1 1 KOKANEE SALMON angling, snagging or archery WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER Statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for Smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE in aggregate* CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK in aggregate* BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, unlimited BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (crawdads), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (gilled and less than 5 inches long) * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 2 3 �2017 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE TROUT SALMON CATFISH PIKE lbs. - ozs. in inches Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at cpw.state.co.us/fish/records. An award program is also offered for catch-and-release anglers. Go to: cpw.state.co.us/fish/lengthrecords. Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 34 Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins NEW! Tiger 2016 Upper Dome Lake, Gunnison 5-3.328 21.625 Shawn Cooper Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich NEW! Blue 2016 Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo 24-7.712 35.5 Charlie Black Flathead 2015 John Martin Res., Bent 27-3.6 39.56 Tony Chavez Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez NEW! Striped 2016 Prewitt Reservoir, WA & Logan 16-14.4 35.375 Leonard Weiss Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin Species 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). • On waters that have no bag and possession limits on certain species, you are encouraged to keep those fish. Stalker Lake, Yuma 15.20 oz. 10.375 Craig McNitt Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 2014 Comanche Power Plant (private), Pueblo 2-5 11.5 Robert Castro CRAPPIE White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch Grass Carp 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 57-13 47 Brian Husmann Common Carp 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp White Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.65 23.375 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1 35 length (inches) Arctic char.................... 18 Black bullhead............ 14 Blue catfish.................. 30 Bluegill.......................... 10 Brook trout................... 16 Brown trout................. 22 Channel catfish.......... 30 Common carp............. 30 Crappie.......................... 15 Cutbow trout.............. 22 Cutthroat trout........... 20 Golden trout............... 16 Grass carp..................... 30 Grayling........................ 15 Kokanee........................ 20 Species length (inches) Lake trout..................... 32 Largemouth bass...... 18 Northern pike............. 36 Pumpkinseed.............. 8 Rainbow trout............ 24 Redear sunfish............ 12 Saugeye........................ 26 Smallmouth bass....... 17 Splake............................ 20 Striped bass................. 28 Tiger muskie................ 40 Walleye.......................... 26 White bass.................... 17 Wiper.............................. 25 Yellow perch................ 12 HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES. THESE FISH ARE NUTRITIOUS AND DELICIOUS! » Crawford Reservoir: northern pike » Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass » Harvey Gap Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass » Juniata Reservoir: smallmouth bass » Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass » Rifle Gap Reservoir: northern pike and smallmouth bass » Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike and walleye » Wolford Mountain Reservoir: northern pike • Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. Check the Special Regulations on pages 10–35 of this brochure. • Check online health advisories at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO: • Do not move fish from one body of water to another! Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. • Report illegal stocking activity to Operation Game Thief: ! REPORT IT! If you have information about illegal stocking activity, contact OPERATION GAME THIEF. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. game.thief@state.co.us or call 1-877-265-6648 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. ADULTS — People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 4. SECOND-ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second 2015 n/a • Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked or are not desired. obtain an annual fishing license from a CPW location or license agent for $1, which is the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Free lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. NEW! Redear Jay Grupp • In the wrong place, some fish species change the whole ecology of the system, reducing the quality of fishing overall, and interfering with fishery management. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can CARP & SUCKERS Green MEASURE YOUR CATCH HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: • Biologists have stopped stocking fish in some lakes because illegally introduced fish eat most or all of the stocked fish. This wastes your license dollars. » PERCH and county ANGLER STATE RECORDS PROGRAM » BASS LENGTH » SUNFISH YEAR WEIGHT » SPECIES LOCATION 2017 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT REFERENCE » » 4 REFERENCE rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 5. COMMERCIAL LICENSE — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY — State law requires a Social Security number to buy a license. It is provided, if requested, to Child Support Enforcement authorities. Licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Current licenses are invalid if held by a person noncompliant with child support. 7. ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION — Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing or hunting license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 3 and No. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or secure and verifiable ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a fishing license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a fishing license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required six-month period: cpw.state. co.us/SecureandVerifiableInfo 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status, National Guard or government contractors. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call 303-297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in No. 3 and No. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. 5 �2017 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse's toad. Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS — Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS » ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids) and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass; wipers (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. » GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. » JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. » MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See page 6 and Chapter 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. » NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. » SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES REFERENCE Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell or release: burbot, piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, stickleback, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfin, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale silver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. Any person who takes fish species listed above may possess them in unlimited number for personal use, as long as the fish are killed prior to transporting from the point where they were taken. THREATENED, ENDANGERED AND NONGAME SPECIES 2017 Colorado Fishing » 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. REFERENCE » » SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — 6 REFERENCE a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or long-nose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10–35. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 6. 8. LIVETRAPS Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. 7 �2017 Colorado Fishing STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS © CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish More about community rather than a how fishery single species. biologists sample fish: The collected data is cpw.state. used to track co.us/fish/management fish population trends, Fishery data for evaluate the effectiveness some of your favorite Colorado waters: of management actions cpw.state.co.us/ fish/fisherydata such as stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5–10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 8 ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ARKANSAS RIVER: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the Hwy. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. NEW! BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. NEW! COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek, and from Canyon Creek to Rock Creek. FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. This “G” next to GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to a body Eagle River. of water GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downon pages 10–35 stream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North signifies that as Fork of the Gunnison. a Gold Medal NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundWater. ary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon). WILD TROUT & RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY structure. cpw.state.co. ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan us/fish/gold River to the Colorado River. G SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: » From the confluence of the middle and medal policy south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence GOLD MEDAL LAKES NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to cpw.state.co.us/fish/ masterangler. WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. 2017 Colorado Fishing AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday–Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boatinspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/fish/boatinspections ! REPORT IT! DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to CPW by emailing: ReportANS@state.co.us Or call: 303-291-7295 © CPW Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES: cpw.state.co.us/ Invasive-Species Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: REFERENCE FISHERY PROGRAMS REFERENCE » » REFERENCE REFERENCE OPTION 1 — Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammoniumbased institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. OPTION 2 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 3 — Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. OPTION 4 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. RUSTY CRAYFISH: AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: cpw.state.co.us/ RustyCrayfish Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: » PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food » DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. 9 �AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. AKRON CITY LAKE - WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR - MINERAL MAP: PAGE 26 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ANTERO RESERVOIR - PARK MAP: PAGE 29 NOTE: This reservoir remains closed until further notice. Please check CPW's website for possible opening dates. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ARAPAHO CREEK - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ARCHULETA CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 G G returned to water immediately. WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS - CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AUGUSTORA CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BARD CREEK - CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BARKER RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO BARR LAKE - ADAMS PARKDALE AT THE HWY. 50 BRIDGE CROSS1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches ING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. long. FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Fo A confluence Windsor Lake rk Ten Ea ¬ « MAP: PAGE 35 d rk Crystal Lake B MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. South boundary of Hayden Ranch 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. £ ¤ Granite Cac h e Cr. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG THOMPSON PONDS - LARIMER BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) - JACKSON 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. inches long. MAP: PAGE 15 B Twin Lakes ¹ 0 BIG HOLE CREEK - EAGLE it Cr. Two B 24 BEAVER CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG LAKE - CONEJOS BIG BEND CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 26 i ve r Leadville US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek BEAVER CREEK - GARFIELD BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR - RIO GRANDE as R Willow Creek 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. BEAVER CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. an s rk st sk Bu d BEAR RIVER - GARFIELD, ROUTT C r. 24 Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest st £ ¤ C Turquoise Res. Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 91 rk A Timberline Lake BEAR CREEK - MONTEZUMA ke ¬ « Ea Fo 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. C r. Ten FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ssee ne d ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except To Minturn d catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: To Copper Mtn. d FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel is 1, 12 inches long. BEAR CREEK - JEFFERSON er BENT, KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. is 2, 16 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout Riv ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) - 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout 1. Fishing prohibited. C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale Arkans as ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches o L ak e F 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. cpw.state.co.us/fish/maps BEAR CREEK - EL PASO Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released r. ABRAMS CREEK - EAGLE MAP: PAGE 14 G PDFs of the maps in the brochure ­are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field! 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit La take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 3) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit a SWA, you must consult CPW’s State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ANIMAS RIVER - LA PLATA FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ee k REGULATIONS THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, manner of FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: REGULATIONS ter have changed since last year, or that the waters are newly added to this brochure. BEAR CREEK - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 Cr RED WATER NAMES = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that wa- 2017 Colorado Fishing d » Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishG =ing.GoldSeeMedal page 8 for details. 10 ! SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS REGULATIONS ne ssee REGULATIONS ar C Cle Clear Creek Res. r. C Gauging station d 2017 Colorado Fishing To Salida BLACK CANYON - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BLACK HOLLOW CREEK - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) - ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15–July 15. ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BIG THOMPSON RIVER - LARIMER 11 �2017 Colorado Fishing Blue River Basin £ ¤ Kremmling 40 d B ¬ « 9 d e tar ac t FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: C er C C v er Ri u lc h F rey G d ver d Coyne Valley Rd. bridge C Copper Mtn. d le C Ri Tenm i 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Snak e Swan Ri ver C French Gu A rk Fo N. A C d 91 9 1 2 3 Miles NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville To Fairplay expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. BRUSH CREEK, WEST - EAGLE BOYD LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 14 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM bass is 15 inches long. FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. BOSS LAKE - CHAFFEE long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR - FREMONT longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. BRUSH CREEK - EAGLE BOULDER CREEK - BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 14 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CARTER CREEK - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 lch BONNY RESERVOIR - YUMA A d River ¬ « dSpr uce Cr. Blue Clinton A Reservoir ¬ « ¹ 0 6 Dillon Keystone Reservoir Breckenridge MAP: PAGE 15 £ ¤ MAP: PAGE 26 d le Cr. d CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH - SAGUACHE dd d A mi 70 d . W Te n £ ¤ JEFFERSON MAP: PAGE 28 © CPW TAKE KIDS FISHING » Corn Lake, Mesa Co. » Fairplay Beach, Park Co. » Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. » Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. » Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 - MESA MAP PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. » Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. » Monument Lake, El Paso Co. » St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. » West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/takekidsfishing 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CARTER LAKE - LARIMER 1. Bag, max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 2. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reser- voir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–30. CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH - EL PASO, TELLER 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. § ¦ ¨ d d Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. BOBTAIL CREEK - GRAND 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. h ulc d C orral Cr. G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: To Denver A d d 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 24 required. Call 303-651-8649 for details. FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: North city limits of Silverthorne B Vail mediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1–April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont CANYON CREEK - GARFIELD k Sl r ee For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map 2. Trout must be returned to water im- BOULDER MAP: PAGE 27 Creek u ld Bo To Glenwood Springs BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR - 1. Fishing prohibited. Blue FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: d ate CHEESMAN RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA A d FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: BURGESS CREEK - GARFIELD, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 MAP: PAGE 32 D Ca 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ek d Cr feet of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15–April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed. 16 inches long. CABIN CREEK - GARFIELD Green Mountain Reservoir inlet d 16 inches long. 16 inches long. Green Mountain Reservoir d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Hamilton Creek Road bridge and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River Lask ey G ru c Sp A r. eC Ri v e r FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released B d G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO HAMILTON CREEK ROAD BRIDGE taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, » REGULATIONS MAP: PAGE 12 River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map Blu e BLUE RIVER - GRAND, SUMMIT 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be GOOD PLACES TO... REGULATIONS To Granby 2017 Colorado Fishing MAP: PAGE 19 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River REGULATIONS BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS - MESA Lake Regulations d BLUE MESA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 6. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. REGULATIONS CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS - RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CATARACT CREEK - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CERRO SUMMIT (MONTROSE) RESERVOIR - MONTROSE COUNTY FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. CIMARRON RIVER - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 11 FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. 1. Fishing is prohibited from December 1–Feb CLEAR CREEK - LA PLATA ruary 28. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing access is restricted to the parking lot, 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. the trail and up to 50 feet from the water line from March 1–August 15. CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS (SANDOVAL 3. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. POND) - ADAMS CASCADE CREEK - CONEJOS 4. All fish must be returned to the water imme- 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW MAP: PAGE 17 diately upon catch. angler education activities. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 5. Ice fishing is prohibited. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - CHAFFEE CHALK CREEK - CHAFFEE MAP: PAGE 11 CASCADE CREEK - HUERFANO WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. BOUNDARY: CLEAR LAKE - JACKSON 1. Fishing prohibited. CHARTIER POND - MORGAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CASTLE CREEK - LA PLATA bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PARK 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD (see Tarryall Creek on page 31 for more information.) STATE PARK - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CAT CREEK - RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 28 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. MAP: PAGE 17 WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 13 �2017 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2017 Colorado Fishing Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers o re is C ou Va squ ez B d rk A A £ ¤ Steel ma nC 12 Miles 18 24 Denver Water Board diversions 40 To Denver d ail Cr. 6 Fk .C r. Denver Water Board diversion d r. Cre Lit. Va squez C r. ek 2 d Co rr 22 Rd d d B bt Bo 3 For k N. A Cr e ek d d nch r ve Rd 30 d Ra v er S . Fo r. A Ri ek k Ha d Fraser oC r k C r. rd Cr. Hu m i l t o n C C A USFS 125 bridge e re Mead ow 40 A d n ah ap Ar C e i ork R Big Hole Creek ri Ro a dd Granby ee Cr For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map A d £ ¤ F ms er r. Lake E Granby Monarch Lake C s Fra A in C r. g C Co lo r d w llo er Tw dy 0 R iv ud eM d Cr. os s r. Cr o d d d d 16 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¹ A d ll ia Wi 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, A Windy Gap Res. do C ra l o Hot Sulphur C Springs D US 40 bridge Li ttl G d FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATO- CORRAL CREEK - SAN JUAN RO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: D D 3R MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Three Licks Creek To Silverthorne iv CONEJOS RIVER - CONEJOS CORNELIUS CREEK - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 Rd Inlet buoy line Bl u e R 14 catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Fishing prohibited. COOPER LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. k ree 1. No bag or possession limit for channel FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: bass is 2, 18 inches long. For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map d FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: COMO CREEK - BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth nC 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. MAP: PAGE 19 H 33 Grand Lake Columbin eC F Willow Creek Res. Ki Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge I h or FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: ¬ « D Radium COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND CONNECTED LAKE - MESA MAP: PAGE 15 d She ep 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Ri v e r Williams Fork Reservoir 9 d FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 1R r ee k ek G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK, AND FROM CANYON CREEK TO ROCK CREEK. I o ad I 34 Shadow Mtn. Res. d MAPS: PAGES 15, 19, 27 Kremmling 1R 3 Rd COLORADO RIVER - GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA 16 inches long. CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK - CONEJOS FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, MAP: PAGE 17 GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and AND ITS OUTLET: d A d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. k re ey C nn WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 134 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, ee d COCHETOPA CREEK - SAGUACHE ¬ « a r lC 2 Rd 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: Wolford Mtn. Res. k MAP: PAGE 12 FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): To Leadville Confluence of East and South Forks £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay r ee CLINTON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT B . W A d Miles A Wi 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet To Dillon 125 Trou ble s om e C 20 ¬ « d 15 d ek Cr e 10 M dy 5 d 0 £ ¤ 24 C ss er Riv gle d Cr . To Carbondale/Aspen Cr A £ ¤ u d Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr .B E ru sh Cr . B Ea C r. Nola n . 82 G ¹ ¬ « yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Li t. ree n G C r. d 70 d § ¦ ¨ Glenwood Springs To Walden 40 To Estes Park tL Minturn N Fk Colorado River To Muddy Pass Carter Cree k Dowds Junction le C r. r. eC Red Sand s ton Gore Cr. Vail S ain Cr. ea do w M D Tenm i er Riv d Cr . Ab d d B ive r d A 70 Eagle R d REGULATIONS Riv er Edwards Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra d d d B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence d B d Wolcott d d C A d C B E. Meadow Cr. d d dd d River C Eagle A d r d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge C Dotsero § ¦ ¨ i ve d Gypsum Ponds SWA Eagle To Grand Junction yR d d ¬ « ne 131 d d d State Bridge A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released C - 2 trout limit D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit F - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 G - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. d do River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d d d a lor Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d Co C lo Co Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi o rad d d Radium REGULATIONS Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations d To Steamboat Springs d River Regulations § ¦ ¨ 70 To Silverthorne To Silverthorne For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map 15 �Wig ht FR 2 Gu lch or ni l if Gu l R ho d es k ree Tra i lC aC re e k Ja r d os To La Jara 40 Can g re e k on E sco nd ido V A La Jar a C yon k FR 259 Ca n Hot C ree d d 17 Menkhaven Resort D Di xie Cr ee k ree k d N E W M E X I C O k A re e C A 17 A To Antonito B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground B Tr d d Cumbres d ¬ « 17 er ¬ « D e ek ree k A Cr lf C A D B si W O k B Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s r ee d no pC hee ail l ch Gu Osier d Pi S Cre ek Gr ouse os yon an gC d oD eL n Lo iver Ri de C Na t C Ca sca iv e d Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake sR ejo on Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek C R i to Colorado Fo x k d d r 5 To La Jara ek re n ej os R ive River 5 FR 2 Pi ed ek aC ros r eek Co Al oC Miles 3 si d or 2 a ar ree Red Lake A ham a A 1 t C re os a Spectacle Lake 18 0 k Cr. 1 FR ¹ e Cre bass is 2, 18 inches long. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. J im 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 50 La Jara Res. 0 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d DUKE LAKE - MESA MAP: PAGE 14 Ho A 25 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: h o DIVIDE CREEK, WEST - GARFIELD k. Rio C MAP: PAGE 19 chu 2 FR am Ruybalid Lake El k C Ar er Cr . g h Cr. Victoria Lake DOTY PARK LAKE - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Wes tF To Alamosa Laguna Venado Trail Lake 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned EAGLE RIVER - EAGLE to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. Alverjones Lake Ro u 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. Ri v No Name Lake a MAP: PAGE 12 South Fork confluence e Cr. erd FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: osa Lost Lake River am Rio Ch 16 DILLON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT nejo s ee k DEADMAN GULCH - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Green Lake u th Fk. Empedrado Lake C Cr DAIGRE LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. bass is 15 inches long. Co Ca t C r e ek J C i l CUNNINGHAM CREEK - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of stand- DOUG CREEK - MONTROSE ing water line. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DePOORTER LAKE - SEDGWICK FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel So T A FR CULEBRA CREEK - COSTILLA SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: Fk FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: A la m ou CRYSTAL RESERVOIR - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15–Nov. 15. So u th C .R N. F k 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and Timber Lake d eek A A a C r. l ch Gu CRYSTAL LAKE - LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 G 1. ofFishing prohibited in inlet upstream standing water line. NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: Blue Lake 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ke La ng 2, 16 inches long. Glacier Lake er A Bear Lake R oa r Cat C r Terrace Res. e 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: A k ree CROSHO RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 35 Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. ch ek oC n it Bo and outlet canal. Twin Lakes Can o n 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin l e Cr Ha 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15– Creek FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18–22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. d S ad iv er Rock Lake Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake R iv er Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR A incon Can o n R CRAWFORD RESERVOIR - DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. DEER BEAVER CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. k. on ns 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. DEEP CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: jo ne FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: DOLORES RIVER - DOLORES, MESA, lo iab MAP: PAGE 35 sF Lake Fk. Co Big A Lake Platoro Res. on D C an COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE - MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Ad a m 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: DIXON LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ejo s A L C o MAP: PAGE 12 DEEP CREEK - LA PLATA Ca Co n A S. F k . t Cree k d Rito G d r. ld C at Go d e Mix Lake ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre 50 n. Ro ugh Cy a Kerr Lake Bea v FR 380 FR 2 Cr. stl em a Ca l Cr. Co a CORRAL CREEK - SUMMIT ulch nG r. Frenc h Bit ter C reek N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. d Jasper REGULATIONS k. nF ma REGULATIONS To Del Norte Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d 0 30 River Regulations d FR 3 Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d d To South Fork 38 In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages FR Cutthroat trout © CPW The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. 2017 Colorado Fishing d d d CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY REGULATIONS d REGULATIONS d 2017 Colorado Fishing 17 �WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. FRENCH GULCH - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 65 ¬ « Island Lake reek Juniata ah C Kann Res. To Delta 50 £ ¤ B Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. Palisade To Gateway B B 141 ¬ « 141 ¬ « Gu nn Grand Junction 70 § ¦ ¨ Kannah 65 ¬ « B De Beque To Delta Silver Lake k C Griffith Res. on ¬ « Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 70 § ¦ ¨ B Parachute C hu te ve r Ri Mesa d rado Colo A E. F k . P B ut e ach ar 20 Miles 15 10 Connected and Duke Lakes D A A Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 u Creek tea Pla Collbran A . Cr I-70 Exit 90 bridge ¬ « 13 r, thw N or a t e r C Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Vega Res. C C River Rifle Silt For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir 325 ¬ « To Rifle Falls State Park To Meeker . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. Rifle Gap Reservoir We st Salt Cre ek d 18 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 5 FREEMAN RESERVOIR - MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 35 0 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. n iso er ¹ FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: Walker State Wildlife Area immediately. B 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water R i ve r FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: Riv d Thank you. Your hunting and fishing licenses pay to protect Colorado habitat. e re Co do l o ra Co B FRASER RIVER - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 70 1. Fishing prohibited. § ¦ ¨ FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: Mack FRASER CREEK - GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 32 k ree lC H 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Highline Res. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: Bul Mack Mesa Res. ELK CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FALL CREEK - SAN MIGUEL FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. k A may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Oct. 1–Nov. 30. C r ee h 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and R oan 139 MAP: PAGE 29 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: River Regulations REGULATIONS ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR - PARK FALL CREEK - MINERAL FOURMILE CREEK - GARFIELD ¬ « MAP: PAGE 27 T EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. U ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ac ek re To Rangely FORT MORGAN PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te ERIE LAKE - BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to the water immediately. P ar Cr. W. Fk. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. FORBES PARK LAKE - COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Lake Regulations 14 inches long. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel Cree k 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, d al t EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) - HINSDALE FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: Ea s t S 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1–Oct. 31. bass is 2, 15 inches long. 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. Beaver Cr e ek d FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: d 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. MAP: PAGE 35 FLORIDA RIVER - LA PLATA d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, ELKHEAD RESERVOIR - MOFFAT, ROUTT 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. d FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. REGULATIONS EAST RIVER - GUNNISON MAP: PAGE 35 FISH CREEK - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 d EAST PASS CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH, AND MIDDLE FORKS) - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. kW as catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. M ac 1. No bag or possession limit for channel FAWN CREEK - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 32 2017 Colorado Fishing d FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE ELK RIVER - ROUTT DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MAP: PAGE 35 COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. REGULATIONS o REGULATIONS Colo ra d 2017 Colorado Fishing 19 �2017 Colorado Fishing FREY GULCH - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 GRASSY CREEK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GREEN CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND, ROUTT MAP: PAGE 15 FRYINGPAN RIVER - EAGLE, PITKIN GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 27 MAP: PAGE 12 G FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GREEN RIVER - MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GEORGE CREEK - LARIMER GRIFFITH RESERVOIR - MESA MAP: PAGE 24 MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GOAT CREEK - SAN MIGUEL GRIMES CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPGOLDEN PARK PONDS - BOULDER ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or ERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. GRIZZLY CREEK - GARFIELD longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be MAP: PAGE 27 returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and prohibited. Oct. 1–Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 1. inches long. GROUNDHOG CREEK - DOLORES GORE CREEK - EAGLE FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth MAP: PAGE 14 G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR - DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: is 2, 16 inches long. 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. GRAND LAKE - GRAND GUNNISON RIVER - DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESEROnly 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake VOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK trout 26–36 inches long must be returned to OF THE GUNNISON. MAP: PAGE 15 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK - GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout GRANEROS CREEK - PUEBLO 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STAND- FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. is 2, 16 inches long. immediately. is 2, 16 inches long. 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1–Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1–Dec. 31. GRANDVIEW PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 20 G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: 2017 Colorado Fishing GOOD PLACES TO... immediately. HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK - DELTA, GUNNISON FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA - EAGLE MAP: PAGE 14 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HAHN CREEK - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 32 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR - MESA MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 - LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) - PARK MAP: PAGE 29 © CPW FISH FOR KOKANEE » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Lake Granby, Grand Co. » Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. » Sweetwater Lake, Garfield Co. » Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots 1. Fishing prohibited. REGULATIONS FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: REGULATIONS » REGULATIONS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) - BENT, OTERO 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HORSESHOE RESERVOIR - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15–May 31. HEADACHE CREEK - ARCHULETA HOTEL DRAW - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HEBERTON CREEK - GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 32 FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. HENRY RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HUDSON TOWN POND - WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. HUERFANO RIVER - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. HERMAN GULCH - CLEAR CREEK 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. MAP: PAGE 15 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HUNT LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. HERMOSA CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO HANGING LAKE - GARFIELD THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: MAP: PAGE 27 ILLINOIS RIVER - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Fishing prohibited. WITHIN DIAMOND J AND YARMONY RANCH 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD 1. Artificial flies and lures only. HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK - LA PLATA MAPS: PAGES 19, 27 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) - MORGAN long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. HIDDEN LAKES - LAKE 3. Use of spearfishing, archery, gigs for take of 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. MAP: PAGE 11 northern pike is prohibited 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches 1. Artificial flies and lures only. long. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HAT CREEK - EAGLE 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate MAP: PAGE 14 longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. HIGHLINE RESERVOIR - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 19 around rotary screen. 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. bass is 2, 15 inches long. HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) PHILLIPS JAYHAWKER PONDS - LARIMER HIMES CREEK - MINERAL 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be 1. Artificial flies and lures only. bass is 15 inches long. returned to the water immediately. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG - FREMONT HINE LAKE - JEFFERSON FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. 21 HAMILTON CREEK - GRAND �2017 Colorado Fishing JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 - MESA MAP: PAGE 19 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- JIM CREEK - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. JOE WRIGHT CREEK - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 31. MAP: PAGE 24 1. Artificial flies and lures only. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR - BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. KERR LAKE - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KETNER LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. KOA LAKE - BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. LA PLATA RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR - WELD THE STATE LINE: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth 1. No bag or possession limit for channel bass is 15 inches long. catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, blue3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches gill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LAGERMAN RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. JUMBO RESERVOIR - LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. LAKE ARBOR - JEFFERSON 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches bass is 15 inches long. long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fish- LAKE CREEK - HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM ing license. Permits are $36, available on the FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: CPW website or at license agents. 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1–July 15. JUNIATA RESERVOIR - MESA LAKE DOROTHEY - LAS ANIMAS MAP: PAGE 19 WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 2. Largemouth bass 12–15 inches long must be 1. Artificial flies and lures only. returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and posLAKE FORK CREEK - LAKE session limit can be longer than 15 inches. KELLY LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. MAP: PAGE 11 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. KELSO CREEK - MESA LAKE GRANBY - GRAND 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 15 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. KENNEY RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. MAP: PAGE 33 4. Jan. 1–Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for 1. No bag or possession limit for channel cattrout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, fish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, singly or in aggregate. 22 5. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1–Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. LAKE JOHN - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. LARAMIE RIVER - LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LASKEY GULCH - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LESTER CREEK - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. LON HAGLER RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or posession limit may exceed 20 inches long. LONE PINE CREEK - LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. LONETREE RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. The bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LONG DRAW RESERVOIR - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LOS PINOS CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. LOS PINOS RIVER - HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 2017 Colorado Fishing UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: GOOD PLACES TO... 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LOST TRAIL CREEK - GUNNISON MINERS CREEK - SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 27 MAP: PAGE 26 LOWELL PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MITCHELL CREEK - GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: MACK MESA RESERVOIR - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. MAD CREEK - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. MANCOS RIVER - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. MARTIN LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. © CPW ICE FISH IN JANUARY » JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR - LARIMER northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. REGULATIONS » Lake John, Jackson Co. » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. » Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. » Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. » Vega Reservoir, Mesa Co. » Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state. co.us/learn/Pages/IceFishingSafety.aspx MAY CREEK - LARIMER MEADOW CREEK - EAGLE MAP: PAGE 14 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. McELMO CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. McKAY LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMURRY PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. McPHEE RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10–15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR - PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1–May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MONUMENT RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1–Dec. 31. MORRISON CREEK - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. MORROW POINT RESERVOIR - GUNNISON, MAP: PAGE 24 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: REGULATIONS REGULATIONS mediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. REGULATIONS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEADOW CREEK, EAST - EAGLE MAP: PAGE 14 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK - SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR - LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Lake trout 22–34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. MUDDY CREEK - SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NASH CREEK - DOLORES MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE - SAGUACHE FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM 1. Artificial flies and lures only. FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Fishing prohibited April 15–July 15. MEREDITH RESERVOIR - CROWLEY NATE CREEK - OURAY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MICHIGAN RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. MEAD PONDS - WELD MIDDLE CREEK, EAST - SAGUACHE 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE returned to water immediately. WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES NATIVE LAKE - LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NAVAJO LAKE - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 23 �REGULATIONS 1 Masonville 0.5 12 0 14 ¬ « Miles B iv. eR dr ¹ 9 Miles 6 Pe nn er Riv 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary 3 2 1 0 re ud Po Rd E 63 dre Rocky Mountain NP boundary C dr eR u Long Draw Reservoir aw ive r y Cr. Ma B he ep Cr A . A hee .S Oct. 1–Nov. 30. NOLAN CREEK - EAGLE MAP: PAGE 14 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA LAS ANIMAS NORTH PLATTE RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. on g C Zimmerman Lake G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d To Walden 14 ¬ « E Colo 14 bridge Joe Wright Reservoir Chambers Lake d B Rocky Mountain NP boundary A B re Po ud D Big Bend campground upper boundary B Kinikinik ul ch ar in g Wil Pingree Park Rd./bridge West boundary of Hombre Ranch Rustic . Cr P ne Lo . A A C r. ine Po u dre River D B Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) Parvin Lake Cr. Deadm an R d 162 R d u Po Upper boundary of Gateway Park 44H R d River Red Fe a eC r. Dowdy Lake P in N. L o ne Red Feather Lakes er udre Ri v Po d Milton Seaman Reservoir Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd 14 ¬ « ther Lak 74E Rd es R d Bull Creek confluence Divide Creek confluence d Cr. 80C Rd B Laporte Fort Collins re River P o ud L on Poudre Park See inset map Milton Seaman Reservoir Watson Lake Ted's Place To 287 £ ¤ Livermore eC e Pin r. Po ud r k. Halligan Reservoir B ive r N. F k. Pou dre R r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A Cr . eep 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NO NAME CREEK - GARFIELD d Sh NICKELSON CREEK - PITKIN MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. d Jo eW d d To Wyoming r. pC Po rig ht Eaton Reservoir 1. Fishing prohibited. L Ri ve r N. Fk Rd FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: d d 103 NEWLIN CREEK - CUSTER, FREMONT 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Dr Fk E. . Fk . S W 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND OLD DILLON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 JET) - KIOWA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. trout 1, 16 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: Cr . llow G PEARL LAKE - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 18 inches long. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWN5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate PONDS (ALL PONDS) - BOULDER STREAM TO THE STATE LINE: longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, blue2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be NORTH TAYLOR CREEK - CUSTER gill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. returned to the water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PETTY CREEK - SAN JUAN NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR - KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NORTHWATER CREEK - GARFIELD 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. d d d ms p Shee d lia d d d d Ro NORTH SHIELDS PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: MAP: PAGE 27 d d Cr. ck H o 162 R d la d P ou d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 S.Fk . d Upper Poudre River Drainage d d d R 69 k. River Regulations P ve Sto Rd 27 S. F To Laramie d ie R rair d Lake Regulations d NAVAJO RIVER - ARCHULETA, CONEJOS k C r. REGULATIONS d 2017 Colorado Fishing MAP: PAGE 19 d 24 NAVAJO RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. oc F Fk. N. N. iver eR REGULATIONS REGULATIONS Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 2017 Colorado Fishing NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. OSIER CREEK - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. OVERLAND TRAIL POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PIEDRA RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK - MINERAL, HINSDALE PAONIA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. MAP: PAGE 19 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION STILLING BASIN: AREA - EL PASO, TELLER 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK - GARFIELD 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK - NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA - EL PASO, TELLER Permits Required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. PARVIN LAKE - LARIMER GARFIELD MAP: PAGE 19 MAP: PAGE 24 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PASS CREEK - MINERAL MAP: PAGE 26 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PASTURE CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 25 �r ¹ To Independence Pass 15 10 5 0 B E Miles r McFarlane Creek confluence D k re e E Upper Woody Creek Bridge 82 g D Aspen ¬ « Woody Creek E F B ky R oc d Snowmass 20 Fry ing pan Ruedi Reservoir River Spring Park Reservoir Basalt H Fryingpan To Vail r rail Cr. Lost T B F Rive F Glenwood Springs Fo 133 rk ¬ « 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Carbondale To Delta I F ver Ri dd 3 Miles 2 1 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence C A . G d A F F 0 C d 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C oR ive r C olo rad A F I Glenwood Springs Springs Fish Hatchery North side of I-70 bridge G 50 yards up and downstream of confluences C d A B Upper boundary of Glenwood M itc ee k l Cr hel d For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map I-70 Exit 90 bridge B J B Inset Map C Rifle C To Grand Junction 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence Ri v e r Silt ado olo r ¬ « 50 yards up and downstream of confluence C I 70 § ¦ ¨ A Dotsero Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C 13 n Fr v er (Please see inset map) Harvey Gap Reservoir 325 ¬ « To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir Rd 38 A 33.0 Rd For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit ero N. Fk. Ca rn ek Cre Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers r ve Gr a an cisc o Cre ek Creek ose os d FR 52 3 e ek d T A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H - Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Rd d d eC r. ch g 41 G Sa ac h . Sa REGULATIONS River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: C a n yon Cr eek Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Thr e e mi le Creek d Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d d d ring r d R oa d r m il e C longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Rifle Creek d rk Fo Fou 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate k d FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and e Creek POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 ree No Na m 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PUEBLO RESERVOIR - PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and Creek dd PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. iver lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. rmile Fou ta l R BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or d Cry s d FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: PROSPECT PARK LAKES - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Ri 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. bass is 15 inches long. r. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth so n C d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. d d ly C Grizz d FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: Prewitt Res. access permit, except those who have a valid annual Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. mass Cre e k Nic k el d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18–64 must have annual Jumbo/ g ari n Ro d FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: PRONGER POND - LOGAN MAP: PAGE 24 MAP: PAGE 24 C lC d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 35 POUDRE RIVER - LARIMER Monte To Vista Alamosa e d RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK - LARIMER POUDRE PONDS NO. 1- WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 160 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PREWITT RESERVOIR - LOGAN, WASHINGTON 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate PORCUPINE LAKE - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. d £ ¤ d S n ow dd 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. W. San Francisco Lk. Del Norte R iver Sa C 285 n v Ri rk d POOSE CREEK - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 35 k Alberta A Park Res. West Fk. San Francisco Cr. £ ¤ a ri Ro Fo d 12 inches long. Poage Lake US Forest Service boundary a 112 d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, n Pi r ee d ¬ « d MAP: PAGE 26 Beaver Creek Res. A G Rd d POAGE LAKE - RIO GRANDE Gra n d e i Be d Miles E South Fork k £ ¤ 160 o Ri Rio Grande Canal diversion structure E Rio e ver Cr e 16 To Pagosa Springs k. C 12 Big Meadows Res. F S. eR nd eek Colo 149 bridge d La Garita d West fence of Masonic Park Pa ss 8 d Go PIT D POND - BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. 26 d o Cr D d 4 eek To Saguache d Rive r Cr ut ro 2 Carner o C r eek Cr. k or REGULATIONS La Gari ta Cr 2017 Colorado Fishing d Creede D Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water 0 A Prong Cr. B arg Lower boundary of River Hill Campground A Emb an de A . River Regulations ¹ Miners Cr. d Cr. Rio Grande Res. Gr . Carner Fk A re ek A d k ree sC er ar Cle d 18 R D d S. . Cr d in k. M F N. S. F k Santa Maria Res. B oC 149 Rio ua A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Road Canyon Res. #1 r. ag u Mid. F k S B To Lake City Continental Res. eC Confluence with California Gulch d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released e Cr. ach gu B e Riv pit o Lake Regulations d Upper Rio Grande Basin REGULATIONS Ca REGULATIONS d 2017 Colorado Fishing 27 �d 67 R tte Pl a 40 Rd d 97 R d ut h So 67 R 67 º d d RIO BLANCO RIVER - ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 0 4 8 is 2, 12 inches long. ¬ « To Woodland Park To Buena Vista 2 immediately. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C r. £ ¤ 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout G 1 2 3 Miles 6 RIO DE LOS PINOS - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIO GRANDE - HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE MAP: PAGE 26 FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEST FENCE OF MASONIC PARK: e nn l REGULATIONS d ¹ k Scraggy View Picnic Ground Creek Cheesman Res. Wigwam Club (Private) a Ch E H om 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water r Cree 28 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. A B ea MAP: PAGE 33 Nighthawk Pi ne RIO BLANCO LAKE - RIO BLANCO k ek 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. ee Cre 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, Cr 9 12 Miles River Regulations B Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ Antero 24 Junction 0 rC r Oxyoke e e k rs e Ho MAPS: PAGES 19 & 27 B Suga Deckers ile RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD To Castle Rock Fou rm RIDGWAY RESERVOIR - OURAY 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. am d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 126 Rd MAP: PAGE 17 W ig w l Cr. A 24 67 d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ ¬ « Gu n barre MAP: PAGE 15 RHODES GULCH - CONEJOS r To Woodland Park South Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Antero Reservoir Strontia Springs Dam r Rd RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK - GRAND RELAY CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ve Ri South Platte Fo 12 6 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion d ak e ut h Rd rk 96 C e st d rt h ve 24 trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. RIO LADO CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER) - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ROAD BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Plat te Eleven Mile Reservoir To Canon City ROARING CREEK - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORK CREEK - GRAND FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK MAP: PAGE 15 DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown D ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE - JACKSON WITHIN ODD FELLOWS OR MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d No Ri Foxton £ ¤ r River B d So Hartsel ve r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) d Rd att e Ri d d d Pl Pla Ri ve To Castle Rock C Strontia Springs Res. RAMPART RESERVOIR - EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. C A d QUINCY RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. £ ¤ 85 d 12 6 Sou th C 83 Rd 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. F or t te KIOWA £ ¤ ut h Pl a Glenelk 5 Rd To Bailey d Rd 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 3 Rd 97 Kassler So River Regulations REGULATIONS 285 7 Rd Spring Gulch Pond t te 88 Rd £ ¤ LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: Chatfield State Park boundary Garo 285 h PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - Chatfield Res. Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water Mid t Sou Conifer 9 A k Phillipsburg 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. « ¬ To Denver Rd Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only F o rk 124 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only e dl To Denver To Denver Lake Regulations To Fairplay Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH - South Platte River in South Park Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - 2017 Colorado Fishing d South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam from 4 p.m.–9 a.m. March 15–April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. REGULATIONS d REGULATIONS d d 2017 Colorado Fishing Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and Oct. 1–Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ROCK CREEK - LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORKS CREEK - MONTEZUMA ROCK CREEK - PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORK RIVER - PITKIN, GARFIELD ROCK CREEK, LITTLE - MESA MAP: PAGE 27 1. Artificial flies and lures only. GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ROCK LAKE - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROCKY FORK CREEK - PITKIN MAP: PAGE 27 FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWN1. Artificial flies and lures only. STREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLO2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 29 �2017 Colorado Fishing ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR - TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS REGULATIONS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RUBY JEWEL LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. SAGUACHE CREEK - SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 26 FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK - SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 26 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK - SAGUACHE MAP: PAGE 26 FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ST. VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) - BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ST. VRAIN STATE PARK - WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or SAN JUAN RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SAN MIGUEL RIVER - MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SCENERY POND - RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SCHWACHHEIM CREEK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SEVERY CREEK - EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 30 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SIG CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, SNELL CREEK - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 32 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SODA CREEK - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER MAPS: PAGES 28–29 G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be re- turned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. MAP: PAGE 17 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15–Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 2017 Colorado Fishing FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: one may be longer than 20 inches. G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water im- mediately. G 2, 16 inches long. long. SPRING GULCH POND - DOUGLAS taken per day. bass is 15 inches long. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - PARK MAP: PAGE 29 G FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be re- turned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - PARK MAP: PAGE 29 FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12–20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. SUMMIT RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. STEELMAN CREEK - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 PARK SPRING CREEK - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: MAP: PAGE 28 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.)- GRAND AND SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SWAMP LAKES - LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SWAN RIVER - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SWEITZER LAKE - DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. SYLVAN LAKE - EAGLE MAP: PAGE 14 IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE) - SUMMIT MAP: PAGE 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. STAGECOACH RESERVOIR - ROUTT 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 30. TAMARACK RANCH POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TARRYALL CREEK - PARK MAP: PAGE 35 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. STALKER LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: STANDLEY LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. REPORT POACHERS Earn a reward payment for reporting wildlife violations by calling Operation Game Thief. Callers can remain anonymous. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. OPERATION GAME THIEF: 1-877-265-6648 EMAIL: GAME.THIEF@STATE.CO.US ROUTT STEARNS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE - ADAMS TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DEN1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. VER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G STEAMBOAT LAKE - MAP: PAGE 29 FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is SILVER LAKE - MESA MAP: PAGE 19 SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE SHEEP CREEK - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 26 MAP: PAGE 24 SECOND CREEK - DELTA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) - BLUE HERON LAKE: RIO GRANDE SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS - LARIMER SANCHEZ RESERVOIR - COSTILLA 16 inches long. 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST possession immediately and killed by separating PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK - ROUTT the tail from the body. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SARVIS CREEK - GRAND, ROUTT SLOAN LAKE - HINSDALE MAP: PAGE 35 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 15 returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SIG CREEK, EAST FORK - SAN JUAN FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. DOLORES RIVER: 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be SHEEP CREEK - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 REGULATIONS REGULATIONS MAP: PAGE 17 REGULATIONS FOR THAT PORTION OF TARRYALL CREEK LOCATED ON THE CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. 4. Fishing access restricted to designated fishing areas (beats). Each fishing beat restricted to occupants of vehicle in parking stall assigned to that beat (determined by corresponding number). No more than 4 anglers per vehicle. Only 1 vehicle per stall. (This number is not for information requests or emergencies.) 31 �h d Was ke 9R d 7 Rd d 5R k r ee an ce C d d d d Ri 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 13 Pice d er Be av Big d Cr 13 Rd 21 R d 7 Rd 15 R d REGULATIONS lC r. d d MAP: PAGE 11 d d d d 32 TURQUOISE RESERVOIR - LAKE REGULATIONS aggregate, 15 inches long. ¬ « k FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM MAP: PAGE 11 TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): TROUT CREEK - RIO BLANCO, ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. TORSIDO CREEK - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 35 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 17 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. THOMAS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. TOTTEN RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for 4. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d ree Fla g C TIMBERLINE LAKE - LAKE eek TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK - DELTA TRINIDAD RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. Cr 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. THURSTON RESERVOIR - PROWERS NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. y err ARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): wb 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 To Rifle To Loma Miles THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE TRAPPER CREEK - GARFIELD TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE - MONTEZUMA LAKES) - LAKE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. MAP: PAGE 19 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MAP: PAGE 11 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TRAPPERS LAKE - GARFIELD 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. THREE LICKS CREEK - EAGLE Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. MAP: PAGE 32 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. MAP: PAGE 15 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TAYLOR RIVER - GUNNISON 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. THREEMILE CREEK - GARFIELD FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: MAP: PAGE 27 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR 1. Fishing prohibited March 15–May 15 and 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either Oct. 1–Nov. 30. side of outlet and downstream to first falls. DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUND- r ve Ri 2.5 Miles 18 llo Ye d d 12 B Meeker A 5R 6 B Colo 13 bridge d 3 d R 24 0 ¹ 0 122 R Rd ¹ White 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam X 24 B te Rio Blanco Lake Cr e ek B B Taylor Draw Dam glas Confluence of North and South Forks 64 C Do u r ve ¬ « hi H Str a o Rangely B B B Fork ek White Trappers Lake B B Kenney Reservoir A Rd River o Cr W 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake B To Rifle ¬ « 64 Rd d d 15 5 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake 17 Rd g Creek 13 B 65 r B To Craig ash d ve Ri Fla Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement C 40 T Ri ve Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches d B Buford So ut h d £ ¤ Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie R 61 d D C h Nor t Dinosaur River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: 134 Rd 8R Lake Avery r ¬ « Fork A Lake Regulations R Wakara Fishing Lease D C White 8 Rd d 6 Rd C A Cr. 4 Rd d D d d d C ed W U d 8R d hn 64 Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C Fawn ¬ « ee k C r. st Cr. Lo Ha Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A Sn el Rd ¬ « 13 d 7 e Cre Rd White River Meeker to Utah State Line d To Craig 9 River Regulations 1R Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie 2017 Colorado Fishing d White River Headwaters to Meeker REGULATIONS Cr ee k REGULATIONS w 2017 Colorado Fishing UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) - WELD TUTTLE CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. VALLECITO CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN TWIN LAKES - LAKE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO MAP: PAGE 11 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR - BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER - OURAY FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1–Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15–Dec. 31. VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK - GRAND FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MAP: PAGE 15 THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. VAUGHN RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 35 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. VIRGINIA LAKE - LAKE MAP: PAGE 11 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WACKER PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA - MESA MAP: PAGE 19 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1–last day of Feb. WALTON CREEK - ROUTT MAP: PAGE 35 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 33 �F N. d r Cr. te dd d ot t on Riv er d El k ee k Cr d F James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) d s Fo rk ¬ « 317 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. B k A 24 d dd Stillwater Res. v Ri ar e B Yamcolo Res. ne yC d Miles 18 ee Cr son Yampa d J 12 d im 6 A ri or Crosho Res. A 3 d L B Ch ¹ A S ar v is C reek M k dd Vaughn Res. d Stagecoach Res. iver Jan. 1–July 31. J 40 a R 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted or k se Cr. Poo MAP: PAGE 24 eek m sF £ ¤ mp Ya Cr ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER Phippsburg To Walden/ Kremmling k D C Oak Creek ree Lake Catamount 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam L 0 A ¬ « MAP: PAGE 19 Burgess Cr. W alton C 131 YUMA CITY LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. A d d d Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek A d dd ¬ « 13 ia ill 34 Colorado Outdoors Magazine: wildlifestore.state.co.us DELTA To Meeker W Get Outdoors H G E or 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River rk SAN MIGUEL YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 - Willia m Get Outdoors WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA- 40 Confluence with Walton Creek iams F k Will within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1–Dec. 1. catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Sou th For 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited £ ¤ Hayden 1. No bag or possession limit for channel os 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. MAP: PAGE 15 394 Colo 394 Bridge ap FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND ¬ « Mo r WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 32 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ¬ « H I 13 A pa Yam o East F catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. WOLF CREEK - CONEJOS MAP: PAGE 17 40 d A Creek da So d 1. No bag or possession limit for channel WINDSOR RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: £ ¤ Craig A d FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. To Dinosaur Elkhead Res. er 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MAP: PAGE 15 Ma t For Cre ek FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR - GRAND A Porcupine Lake d catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. S A Tr ou t 1. No bag or possession limit for channel WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) - MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: Elk d FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. A eek d Cr hea Middle Fork Elk River d A Pearl Lake d 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Freeman Res. Le s M d WILLIAMS GULCH - LARIMER ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE MAP: PAGE 24 AREA EAST OF MEEKER: FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: dd d 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. wo od Cr. Steamboat Lake 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. iver 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ¬ « 13 K lk R rk E FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND MAP: PAGE 15 SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDTO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO ING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, RIVER: AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. To Baggs, WY FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: C k WILLIAMS FORK RIVER - GRAND posted. Elk River ork A . Fo MAPS: PAGES 32, 33 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15–Nov. 30. 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as k ree WHITE RIVER - RIO BLANCO FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: ow 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ill MAP: PAGE 14 FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: Lit. C WEST CROSS CREEK - EAGLE Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1–Dec. 31. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Cree 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: tion FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: turned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the ifi ca REGULATIONS WEST CREEK - MESA 1. Northern pike 26–34 inches must be re- d d 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit d WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR - GRAND MAP: PAGE 15 A - *Whitefish regulation B - *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released;*Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation G - 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation H - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation I - *Non-native fish regulation J - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released K - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 L - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released; *Whitefish regulation M - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches *Whitefish regulation - Bag limit for whitefish is 4; Possession limit for whitefish is 8 *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie REGULATIONS WATSON LAKE - LARIMER MAP: PAGE 24 FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. YAMPA RIVER - ROUTT, MOFFAT MAP: PAGE 35 Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: d FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: WRIGHTS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2017 Colorado Fishing d WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) - DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - RIO BLANCO MAP: PAGE 32 REGULATIONS d WANEKA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. REGULATIONS d 2017 Colorado Fishing ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « To Kremmling 131 To Wolcott 35 �» At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern; males develop hook jaw and turn brick red KOKANEE SALMON Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Large sail-like dorsal fin; silver body; small mouths and body GRAYLING Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout; tri-colored pelvic fins; slightly forked tails. SPLAKE Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin » release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. » TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and If you practice catch and release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body; silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. » GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid SIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be removed while the fish is still in the water. » REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POS- » KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH Use a pair of forceps, long-nosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body; dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays; small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellow-green on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. » WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it WATCH ONLINE RAZORBACK SUCKER COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head vimeo.com/31386976 Watch an angler properly release a fish back into the water. See page 6 for a full list of protected species to be released. Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. HUMPBACK CHUB ! ] WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins; large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin; no white tip on tail; darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, well-developed canine teeth; large eyes with milky corneas; white-tipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH OTHER SPORTFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting » TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold SUNFISH & CRAPPIE Hybrid between white bass and striped bass WIPER LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye; often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body » ARCTIC CHAR Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout; pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger TIGER TROUT Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head; unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin LAKE TROUT (Mackinaw) Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye; fish usually has vertical stripes along sides SMALLMOUTH BASS BASS TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid; irregular, dark-colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background » CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROOK TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots; red-orange spots inside light blue circles BROWN TROUT Black spots on a light body, red stripe along sides RAINBOW TROUT PIKE Purchase your 2017–2018 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification » HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS TROUT FAMILY © Dennis McKinney, CPW | All fish illustrations © Joseph R. Tomelleri » [ IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES KNOW YOUR COLORADO FISH » » �Printed for free distribution by Colorado Parks and Wildlife 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 303-297-1192 cpw.state.co.us NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office or at cpw.state.co.us/Regulations. For questions, call CPW at 303-297-1192. YOUR LICENSE DOLLARS AT WORK THANK YOU, HUNTERS & ANGLERS OF COLORADO, FOR SUPPORTING COLORADO'S WILDLIFE & HABITATS 90 PUBLIC FISHING ACCESS MILLION sportfish are hatched and stocked into Colorado waters annually. CPW’s 19 state fish hatcheries and rearto 2,000 natural lakes, 800 ing units keep them reservoirs and 9,500 miles of healthy and plentiful. Wildlife Funding Sources* streams. 960 North America’s Largest Elk Herd is an estimated population of 264,000 animals. Maintaining the habitat and long term health of big game herds is a top priority for our staff and our dollars. species call Colorado home. CPW manages both game and non-game species, including those that are threatened and endangered. 62% Your Hunting and Fishing License Fees DIVERSE HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES 70+ 10 SMALL GAME SPECIES BIG GAME SPECIES BENEFITING WILDLIFE HABITAT The funds provided by the Colorado Habitat Stamp are required by state statute to only be spent on wildlife habitat and access. CPW works with private landowners, local governments and conservation organizations to provide places for people to enjoy our wildlife heritage. The dollars from your licenses are federally mandated to be spent on fish and wildlife management. This means your dollars are spent directly supporting what you love. _ ______ ________ __ ________ For more information, visit:_______ ______ __ ________ __ __ cpw.state.co.us/FinancialSustainability ____ __ __ __ ____ CID:______ Name: ST PASS MU LE BE VISIB LE IN VEHIC State: VEHICLE #: ss e Parks Pa Stat erable Non-Transf Colorado Division of Wildlife 4200028 17 alk-in Resident Since Receipt/W 1111900 A Customer thru last day of lid JOHNvaDOE H 6060 BROADWAY DENVER, CO 80216 tain a r to ob proof of6'00 180lbs Male ed in orde (303)123-4567 be retain along with CID: State: s co.u cpw.state. Transaction: 114065317 01/18/2017 12:01 Issued: 999903 Agent: Terminal: Pass WARNING! DO NOT TRANSPLANT FISH The unauthorized transplanting or stocking of fish into any body of water is illegal. This includes live bait or aquarium fish. It causes severe damage to public fisheries, harms the environment and is highly unethical. THE PENALTIES INCLUDE: ■ Significant fines, up to $5,000 ■ Permanent loss of your hunting and fishing privileges ■ Paying up to hundreds of thousands of dollars to reclaim the body of water Help Us to Protect Your Streams, Rivers and Lakes 17% Excise Tax on hunting and fishing equipment 11% GOCO 4% Grants 4% Donations & Sales 2% Other *5 year average: 2011–2015 Report Illegal Activity Anonymously You could be eligible for a reward Don’t forget your pass! t day of valid thru las Colorado Annual C O L O R A D O PA R K S & W I L D L I F E 333053957 st pass Ofr mu Birth: DL: t acts as ltiple11/28/1980 Receipt mu Date receip ent and/o les. This o State Colorado State Parks offer 37 places to fish, 365 days of the year. Buy your state parks pass when you buy your fishing license. or buy online at CPW.STATE.CO.US/FISH/BUYAPPLY � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/60171db0202e8b0b4b6a82f9f84bc17f.pdf 8bd511128e739f469823b3aaeceda1dc PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2016 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2016 - MARCH 31, 2017 online brochure cpw.state.co.us �2016 Colorado Fishing TABLE OF CONTENTS Licenses and Information.............................. 1 REFERENCE CPW OFFICE LOCATIONS cpw.state.co.us • What’s New, license fees, season dates, Habitat Stamp ADMINISTRATION Reference.................................................... 2-9 (303) 297-1192 • Gear: What you need to start fishing .............................2 • Bag and possession limits.................................................3 • State records.........................................................................4 • How to measure your catch..............................................4 • Illegal stocking.....................................................................5 • License, residency and disability requirements...........5 • Special conditions and restrictions.................................6 • Legal fishing methods, glossary of fishing terms........7 • Fishery programs................................................................8 • Aquatic nuisance species, information for boaters, how to clean waders and gear .................9 1313 Sherman St., #618 Denver, 80203 ONLY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our 42 parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. BRUSH 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Good Places To... DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 Maps DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 (970) 870-2197 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 Regulations............................................. 10-35 • Take kids fishing.................................................................13 • Fish for kokanee.................................................................21 • Ice fish in January..............................................................23 • Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye limits.................3 • Upper Arkansas River.......................................................11 • Blue River Basin.................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium.........15 • Conejos and Alamosa rivers..........................................17 • Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa......................19 • Upper Poudre River Drainage........................................24 • Upper Rio Grande Basin..................................................26 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers...................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield................28 • South Platte River: South Park.......................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker.............................32 • White River: Meeker to Utah state line.........................33 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig..............................35 Fish Identification ................................... 36-37 GET THE BROCHURE ONLINE cpw.state.co.us/Fishing/Brochure Printed for free distribution by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 FISHING INFORMATION & CONDITIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT: cpw.state.co.us/FishingConditions Fishing and stocking reports are generated weekly April 1 to Oct. 31, and twice a month Nov. 1 to March 31. Sign up to receive the reports at: cpw.state.co.us/SignUp/FishingReport cpw.state.co.us/FishStocking BOAT REGISTRATION: Information can be found online at: cpw.state.co.us/BoatingRegistration REPORT OIL SPILLS: To report an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24-hour hotline at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, 1-877-518-5608. cpw.state.co.us Editor: John Marín | Cover photo by © Mike DelliVeneri, CPW. Printed March 2016 by Publication Printers, Denver. 320,000 copies. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director: Bob D. Broscheid The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission sets big-game regulations in January. Commission members are (as of Jan. 2016): Robert W. Bray • Chris Castilian, Chair • Jeanne Horne, ViceChair • John Howard • Bill Kane • Dale Pizel • James Pribyl, Secretary • James Vigil • Dean Wingfield • Michelle Zimmerman • Alex Zipp CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed above and online at cpw.state.co.us/Regulations �REFERENCE 2016 Colorado Fishing WHAT’S NEW2016 LICENSE FEES ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2016-MARCH 31, 2017 GET YOUR LICENSE » Online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply » By phone: 1-800-244-5613 » In person: CPW offices, state parks or license agents FEE » Habitat Stamp.............................................$10 Required for residents and nonresidents, ages 18-64. Add this to license fees below if you have not yet purchased a 2016 Habitat Stamp. RESIDENTS » Adult annual (ages 16-63)......................................$26 » Senior annual (64 and older)................................... $1 For senior lifetime low-income licenses, see page 5 » Small Game & Fishing combo.............................$41 NONRESIDENTS » Annual .........................................................................$56 » Five-day.......................................................................$21 YOUTH » Resident and nonresident younger than age 16 (second-rod charge still applies).........FREE RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS » Second-rod stamp..................................................... $5 » One-day fishing.......................................................... $9 » Additional-day fishing.............................................. $5 Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. Prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. » WEST SLOPE BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS FOR SMALLMOUTH BASS HAVE CHANGED... Bag and possession limits for smallmouth bass on the West Slope are now unlimited unless otherwise specified by water-specific regulations. » CHANGES TO KOKANEE SALMON SNAGGING... Snagging of kokanee salmon is now allowed at Barker Reservoir from Oct.1 -Dec. 1. Snagging is no longer permitted at Carter Lake, Eleven Mile Reservoir and Navajo Reservoir. » WATER SPECIFIC REGULATIONS ADDED... New special regulations have » LARGEMOUTH AND SMALLMOUTH BASS CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY... All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately at Erie Lake, KOA Lake, Lon Hagler Reservoir, Mead Ponds and Blue Heron Lake at Saint Vrain State Park. » WATER SPECIFIC SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR WALLEYE AND SAUGEYE REMOVED... Special regulations for walleye and saugeye have been removed at Adobe Creek Reservoir, Nee Gronda Reservoir, Nee Noshe Reservoir and John Martin Reservoir. » BACA COUNTY ADDED TO LIST OF EXEMPTED BAITFISH COLLECTION COUNTIES... Baitfish collection and transportation is now allowed in all waters of Baca County. been added for Erie Lake, Fall Creek, Hudson Town Pond, Mead Ponds, Old HABITAT STAMP INFORMATION 1. Anyone 18-64 MUST purchase a stamp in order to buy or apply for a hunting or fishing license (including preference points). 2. Stamps are $10 and are nonrefundable. Only one is required per person per year, valid April 1-March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. 3. EXEMPTIONS: Anyone with a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small-game hunting and fishing license, or those approved for the Big-Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program are exempt. See cpw.state.co.us/fish/access-ibility for details about those programs. ON THE COVER » WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1. Current and valid photo ID 2. For residents, proof of residency (see page 5) 3. Habitat Stamp (see at right) 4. A Social Security Number is required for new custom- jugs must now be labeled with the user’s customer identification number or with the user’s name if a CID is unavailable. Additionally, trotlines must also be labeled with the date they were set. Dillon Reservoir, Rio Blanco River, Saint Vrain Creek (North and South), Spring Gulch Pond and Thomas Reservoir. See pages 10-35. » One second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16. (See page 5) » CHANGES TO LABELING REQUIREMENTS FOR LIVETRAPS, TROTLINES AND JUGS... All livetraps, trotlines and ers ages 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp) INSET PHOTOS: 4. User submission for 2015 MAIN: 1. Lake trout © Jerry Neal, CPW. #ColoradoOutdoors Fishing Mike DelliVeneri’s self-portrait, casting a line at State Forest State Park. 2. Cutthroat trout © Joseph Airey. Photo Contest. © CPW. 3. Flyfisherman © Wayne Lewis, © Mike DelliVeneri, CPW. CPW. Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an affidavit and paying a fee. See “License Requirements” on page 5. ONLINE EATING YOUR CATCH? CHECK HEALTH ADVISORIES SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10-35. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 4-5, 2016. All other rules and regulations apply. Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet. They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, test fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. Mercury in fish does not affect water quality. Lake recreation and the consumption of your city’s drinking water are both safe activities. Current advisories are online at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption 1 �] Fishing is a great lifetime activity and a fun way for families to spend time together outdoors. Getting started isn’t complicated. Follow our basic equipment guide and you’ll be hooked before you know it! 1. PICK YOUR ROD & REEL 2. TROUT » Powerbait » Flies » Lures » Salmon eggs » Jigs » Worms CATFISH » Stinkbait » Worms BASS SUNFISH & CRAPPIE » Jigs » Worms » Jigs » Worms » Salmon eggs 4. KNOW YOUR KNOT Swivels keep your line from twisting. » Fishing line, 4- to 8-lb. test » Bobbers There are lots of fishing knots. The Improved Clinch Knot is a good, basic knot to get you started. PUTTING IT TOGETHER: » Thread the line through eye of the hook. Double back and make five or more turns around the line. » Bring the end of line back through the first loop formed behind the eye. Then go through the big loop. » Wet knot and pull the tag end to tighten down the coils. Slide it tight against the eye, clip excess. 2 F s w a m n e o GET YOUR GEAR ON You need just a few basic items to get started fishing. The fun part is adding to your gear collection as you progress! F A c Different species of fish have different appetites. Choose your bait based on what kind of fish are in the lake and what you are trying to catch. Look at the list of waters in this brochure for any additional bait restrictions. 3. R S t c a C t R f a t s A closed-face spincast rod and reel are great for learning how to fish. CHOOSE YOUR BAIT » REFERENCE » ] HOW TO GET STARTED FISHING GEAR, KNOTS, TIPS FOR BEGINNERS OF ALL AGES Clinch knot » Hooks, #8 or #10 These help you dislodge hooks and grip line while tying knots. » Swivels, #10 5. » Sinkers, 1/8 oz. » Hemostats or needle-nose pliers PICK YOUR SPOT Where should you go? You can find your perfect fishing hole by using the Colorado Fishing Atlas. Swivel Sinker Snelled line and hook combo or... use clinch knots to tie line to swivel and the hook to the other end of the line. cpw.state.co.us/fish/fishingatlas �2016 Colorado Fishing STATEWIDE BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS » STATEWIDE LIMITS FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at 38 of Colorado’s 42 state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state. co.us/fish/parkfinder. National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON DAILY BAG LIMIT (except kokanee) in aggregate* Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the “Statewide Limits” chart at right for details. Type of fish Daily mit Possession bag li limit 4 8 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout SEE “SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS” SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 10-35. READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10-35, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/ fishing.htm. REFERENCE » ] REFERENCE BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) 10 10 10 10 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED 5 5 unlimited unlimited 10 10 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 20 unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 KOKANEE SALMON angling, snagging or archery WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER Statewide, in aggregate* in aggregate* West of Continental Divide for Smallmouth only BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE in aggregate* CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK in aggregate* BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, unlimited BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (crawdads), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (gilled and less than 5 inches long) * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 3 �2016 Colorado Fishing CATFISH PIKE PERCH WEIGHT LENGTH and county lbs. - ozs. in inches 34 Lee Cox ANGLER STATE RECORDS PROGRAM Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins NEW! Tiger 2015 Deep Slough, Delta 5-18 23.75 Brandon Fox Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 1976 Private lake, Lincoln 20-1 32.75 Joe Poss Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at cpw.state.co.us/fish/records. An award program is also offered for catch-and-release anglers. Go to: cpw.state.co.us/fish/lengthrecords. MEASURE YOUR CATCH » BASS LOCATION Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). NEW! Flathead 2015 John Martin Res., Bent 27-3.6 39.56 Tony Chavez Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez Striped 2009 C.F.&I. Res. No. 2, Pueblo 15-11 34.25 Manuel Aguilar Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin Species 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Redear 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma 6.8 oz. 7.25 Jason Edmonds Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 2014 Comanche Power Plant (private), Pueblo 2-5 11.5 Robert Castro CRAPPIE White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch CARP & SUCKERS Green » SUNFISH YEAR » SALMON TROUT SPECIES » REFERENCE STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT » » 4 REFERENCE Grass Carp 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 57-13 47 Brian Husmann Common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.65 23.375 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1 35 Jay Grupp n/a length (inches) Arctic char.................... 18 Black bullhead............ 14 Blue catfish.................. 30 Bluegill.......................... 10 Brook trout................... 16 Brown trout................. 22 Channel catfish.......... 30 Common carp............. 30 Crappie.......................... 15 Cutbow trout.............. 22 Cutthroat trout........... 20 Golden trout............... 16 Grass carp..................... 30 Grayling........................ 15 Kokanee........................ 20 Species length (inches) Lake trout..................... 32 Largemouth bass...... 18 Northern pike............. 36 Pumpkinseed.............. 8 Rainbow trout............ 24 Redear sunfish............ 12 Saugeye........................ 26 Smallmouth bass....... 17 Splake............................ 20 Striped bass................. 28 Tiger muskie................ 40 Walleye.......................... 26 White bass.................... 17 Wiper.............................. 25 Yellow perch................ 12 �2016 Colorado Fishing HELP IMPROVE YOUR FISHERIES SOME FISH SPECIES ARE GOOD WHERE THEY BELONG, BUT IN THE WRONG BODY OF WATER THEY CAN RUIN A FISHERY: • Biologists have stopped stocking fish in some lakes because illegally introduced fish eat most or all of the stocked fish. This wastes your license dollars. • In the wrong place, some fish species change the whole ecology of the system, reducing the quality of fishing overall, and interfering with fishery management. • Unlimited bag and possession limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked or are not desired. HERE ARE SOME WATERS WHERE YOU CAN KEEP ALL YOU CATCH OF CERTAIN SPECIES. THESE FISH ARE NUTRITIOUS AND DELICIOUS! • Crawford Reservoir: northern pike • Elkhead Reservoir: northern pike and small mouth bass • Green Mountain Reservoir: northern pike • Ridgway Reservoir: smallmouth bass • Stagecoach Reservoir: northern pike and walleye • Many other rivers and lakes on the west slope have no bag and possession limits for certain species. Check the Special Regulations on pages 10-35 of this brochure. • On waters that have no bag and possession limits on certain species, you are encouraged to keep those fish. Check online health advisories at: colorado.gov/cdphe/wq-fish-consumption WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO: • Do not move fish from one body of water to another! Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. • Report illegal stocking activity to Operation Game Thief. ! REFERENCE » » S REFERENCE REPORT IT! If you have information about illegal stocking activity, contact OPERATION GAME THIEF. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. game.thief@state.co.us or call 1-877-265-6648 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. ADULTS — People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a CPW location or license agent for $1, which is the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. Seniors must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. a. Free lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. 4. SECOND-ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. d. Seniors fishing with a senior license must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 5. COMMERCIAL LICENSE — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY — State law requires a Social Security number to buy a license. It is provided, if requested, to Child Support Enforcement authorities. Licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Current licenses are invalid if held by a person noncompliant with child support. 7. ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION — Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing or hunting license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 3 and No. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or secure and verifiable ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a fishing license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a fishing license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required six-month period. cpw.state.co.us/SecureandVerifiableInfo 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status, National Guard or government contractors. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in No. 3 and No. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/ Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. 5 �2016 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, or release: burbot, piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, stickleback, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfin, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale silver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. Any person who takes fish species listed above may possess them in unlimited number for personal use, as long as the fish are killed prior to transporting from the point where they were taken. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live aquatic organisms from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, » » SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — 6 REFERENCE THREATENED, ENDANGERED AND NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, and wood frog. Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS — Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the user’s CID or user’s name if a CID is unavailable. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is illegal to re­ lease tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be pro- hibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters, and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. �GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS » ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids), and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. » GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. » JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. » MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See page 6 and Chapter 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. » NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. » SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES REFERENCE W 2016 Colorado Fishing » n » s REFERENCE a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number and date set or user’s name when CID is unavailable. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or long-nose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10-35. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 6. 8. LIVETRAPS Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. Traps must be tagged with the user’s CID number or name when CID is unavailable. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. 7 �2016 Colorado Fishing FISHERY PROGRAMS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING » » REFERENCE REFERENCE MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS Photo © CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a More about single species. how fishery biologists The collected data is sample fish: used to track cpw.state.co.us/fish/ management fish population trends, evaluate the Fishery data for effectiveness some of your favorite of manageColorado waters: ment actions cpw.state.co.us/fish/ such as fisherydata stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5-10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 8 ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge. ARKANSAS RIVER: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the Hwy. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River. COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek. FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River. GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to This “G” Eagle River. next to a GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downbody of stream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North water on pages Fork of the Gunnison. 10-35 signifies NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary that as a Gold of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (NorthMedal Water. gate Canyon). RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion WILD TROUT & structure. GOLD MEDAL ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan WATERS POLICY River to the Colorado River. cpw.state.co. G SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: » From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet us/fish/gold medal policy » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence GOLD MEDAL LAKES NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to cpw.state.co.us/fish/ masterangler. WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. D R A g a r c t fi z e f A �n M 2016 Colorado Fishing AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: ! REPORT IT! If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to CPW by emailing ReportANS@state.co.us or call (303) 291-7295. 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live © CPW wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. might hold water. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the CPW office in Denver (6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216) Monday-Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. cpw.state.co.us/fish/invasivespecies ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boatinspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/ fish/boatinspections. OPTION 1 — Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammoniumbased institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. OPTION 2 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 3 — Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. OPTION 4 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES ATTENTION BOATERS DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: REFERENCE - » e REFERENCE RUSTY CRAYFISH: AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: cpw.state. co.us/stop rustycrayfish » PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food » DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area (SWA) in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. 9 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS » SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS REGULATIONS Gold Medal Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy G =trout fishing. See page 8 for details. RED WATER NAMES = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that water have changed since last year. THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, manner of take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 3) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult CPW’s State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ABRAMS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. G cpw.state.co.us/fish/maps FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ANTERO RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT, AND SNAPPER PONDS) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) - ARAPAHO CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) BENT, KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. AKRON CITY LAKE - WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 10 ANIMAS RIVER - LA PLATA ! FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE PDFs of the maps in the brochure ­are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field! FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ARCHULETA CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) G G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE HWY. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO G FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be re- turned to water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS - CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AUGUSTORA CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BARD CREEK - CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BARKER RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 1. BARR LAKE - ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing BEAR CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) Windsor Lake BIG BEND CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. i ve r Ten Turquoise Res. Ea st sk Bu ¬ « Leadville d rk Crystal Lake Willow Creek d US-24 river overpass Halfmo on Creek South boundary of Hayden Ranch B Kobe Mount Elbert Forebay it Cr. Two B d B er BEAVER CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. as R Riv 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. an s rk Arkans as (MAP, PAGE 26) st 24 BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR - RIO GRANDE C r. £ ¤ C d BEAVER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 91 rk A rk Swamp Lakes Ro c k C A r eek 300 A Hidden Native Lakes Lake Three Lakes Middle Lowest ¬ « o L ak e F BEAR RIVER - GARFIELD, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. A confluence C r. Ea r. BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Fo Virginia Lake Glacier Cr. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ssee ne Fo Timberline Lake FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: La BEAR CREEK - MONTEZUMA ke ne ssee rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. To Minturn Ten 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except To Copper Mtn. d BEAR CREEK - JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: C - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From confluence with Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale ee k 1. Fishing prohibited. B - Fly/lure only; 1 trout limit, maximum 12 inches REGULATIONS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Cr BEAR CREEK - EL PASO River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clear Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 Crystal Lake - Fly/lure only Hidden Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Mount Elbert Forebay - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Native Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Swamp Lakes - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle) - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Timberline Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Turquoise Reservoir - 2 lake trout limit Twin Lakes - 1 lake trout limit; Lake trout between 22 and 34 inches must be released Virginia Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Upper Arkansas River Lake Regulations ¬ « Lake Creek To Aspen 82 Twin Lakes £ ¤ 24 Granite ¹ 0 Cac h e Cr. 1 2 4 6 8 Miles BIG HOLE CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG THOMPSON PONDS - LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Clear Creek Res. r. C r a C Cle Gauging station d FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: To Salida BIG THOMPSON RIVER - LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BLACK CANYON - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 11 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Blue River Basin 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- £ ¤ Kremmling 40 d To Granby River Regulations For Granby Area and Colorado River Regulations please see Upper Colorado River Map Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released B r Sp C u ce r. A B ¬ « 9 Green Mountain Reservoir d d e d D Colo 9 bridge at Blue River SWA C A Creek ate Cr e C F rey G le C d Tenm i d d Swan Ri C ver Ri Copper Mtn. ver French Gu A rk Fo N. A C lch d Breckenridge d River ¬ « dSpr uce Cr. Blue Clinton A Reservoir ¬ « d 91 ¹ 0 ak e d C le Cr. 6 dd mi £ ¤ Sn A Dillon Keystone Reservoir Coyne Valley Rd. bridge d 24 A d d C orral Cr. . W G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: Te n £ ¤ 16 inches long. 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Silverthorne Old Dillon Reservoir Frisco r. d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, d B Vail 70 d To Glenwood Springs FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: § ¦ ¨ A u lc h For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map d 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. To Denver h ulc d 16 inches long. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: North city limits of Silverthorne v er Ri er u ld Bo 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, e k Sl d FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: Blue Ca tar ac t ek d Cr Green Mountain Reservoir inlet d BLUE RIVER - GRAND, SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Gold Medal Water - From Dillon Reservoir Dam to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet and from Green Mountain Reservoir Dam to the Colorado River River BLUE MESA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 32 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. 5. Bag limit for kokanee is 5. 5. Possession limit for kokanee is 10. G Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Clinton Reservoir - 2 trout limit Dillon Reservoir - 1 Arctic char limit, minimum 20 inches Green Mountain Reservoir - 8 lake trout limit; Kokanee snagging permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Old Dillon Reservoir -Fly/lure only; 1 golden trout limit, minimum 16 inches To Steamboat Springs Confluence with Colorado River d BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) - ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. Blu e REGULATIONS mediately. Lake Regulations Lask ey G BLACK HOLLOW CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 9 1 2 3 Miles 4 5 To Leadville To Leadville To Fairplay 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BOBTAIL CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BONNY RESERVOIR - YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry and not expected to be refilled. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. BOSS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 12 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BOULDER CREEK - BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BOYD LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BRUSH CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BRUSH CREEK, WEST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. �REGULATIONS BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR - FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2016 Colorado Fishing ing operations are completed. GOOD PLACES TO... CHEESMAN RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 - MESA 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sun- (MAP PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, set to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, © CPW TAKE KIDS FISHING » (MAP, PAGE 19) » Chipeta Lake, Montrose Co. » Corn Lake, Mesa Co. 16 inches long. » Fairplay Beach, Park Co. » Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. » Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. BURGESS CREEK - GARFIELD, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. » Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. » Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. » Monument Lake, El Paso Co. » St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. » West Lake, Mesa Co. BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call (303) 651-8649 for details. CABIN CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. CANYON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/takekidsfishing 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CAT CREEK - RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS - CASTLE CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Fishing prohibited. CIMARRON RIVER - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS - ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. CHARTIER POND - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Fishing prohibited. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: CATARACT CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. mediately. CARTER LAKE - LARIMER 1. Bag, max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 2. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 3. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH - EL PASO, TELLER CLEAR CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CHALK CREEK - CHAFFEE CASCADE CREEK - HUERFANO CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15-April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 17) CARTER CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CASCADE CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-30. WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CHATFIELD RESERVOIR AND CHATFIELD STATE PARK - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK, INCLUDING THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AND ALL PONDS WITHIN THE PARK BOUNDARY: 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15-April 15, or until walleye spawn- REGULATIONS 16 inches long. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CLINTON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. COCHETOPA CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 13 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers To Steamboat Springs Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - 2 trout limit C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing prohibited Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 Radium Co do er Riv a lor State Bridge d ¬ « ea do w Cr. Riv er r C d B d River M d Ab d d r. Edwards Eagle R B ive r D Gore Cr. Vail d A 70 A eC B Brus h C r. Gypsum ms ra E. Meadow Cr. s ton B 2.5 miles upstream of Eagle River confluence Cr . C Eagle Wolcott Red Sand dd C A d d i ve d I-70 Exit 147 Bridge Eagle § ¦ ¨ yR d Gypsum Ponds SWA Dotsero To Grand Junction ne 131 C o rad C Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Gypsum Ponds SWA - 2 trout limit Sylvan Lake - Fishing prohibited from Sept. 1 Nov. 30 in inlet and upstream 0.5 miles C C Pi lo Co Lake Regulations d d REGULATIONS River Regulations Dowds Junction Minturn § ¦ ¨ 70 0.5 miles upstream of Sylvan Lake inlet COLORADO RIVER - GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA (MAPS, PAGES 15, 19, 27) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK. FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 14 FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CAN- YON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. COMO CREEK - BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. CONEJOS RIVER - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. r. ss C B . W A d Miles £ ¤ 24 Cr o d 20 Cr d d 15 os s d d d 10 B er Riv gle Sylvan E. A Lake A B Hat C ru sh W r. Cr . E Br us h Cr . d 5 Cr . To Carbondale/Aspen Nola n Ea C r. . 82 d G ¹ 0 ¬ « yp su m For Glenwood Springs Area Colorado River Regulations please see Middle Colorado/Roaring Fork Rivers Map Cr. Glenwood Springs To Leadville To Dillon Confluence of East and South Forks CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CONNECTED LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. COOPER LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CORNELIUS CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CORRAL CREEK - SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing Upper Colorado River - Headwaters to Radium Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: le C r. Tenm i o d Cre Lit. Va squez C r. ek re is C ou Va squ ez tL S ain A £ ¤ d d Steel ma nC d d 24 Denver Water Board diversions To Denver d d 18 40 ail Cr. 12 Miles Fk .C r. B d r. A bt Bo 6 A g d Co rr 2 d Denver Water Board diversion d Rd 30 S. d d d B d v er 3 A For k N. A Cr e ek d r ve i ork R d nch d d d Co lo r A Ra ee Cr k ree d Big Hole Creek Fo r k r. dy nC For Blue River Basin Regulations Please see Blue River Basin Map Ha Ri ek k r. rd Cr. Hu m i l t o n C C Fraser C oC 40 F ms h or A e £ ¤ ll ia Wi d iv er Mead ow k 3R Bl u e R She ep A To Silverthorne USFS 125 bridge e re A C r G d A rin Ro a d Granby ud eM 3 Rd US 40 bridge Li ttl r. ah ap Ar D in C r. Lake E Granby Monarch Lake C s Fra D D d do C ra Hot Sulphur Springs er Tw dd 22 Rd ek C d Rd d d Three Licks Creek 0 re ey C nn d H 33 ol Williams Fork Bridge Rd. (Grand Co. Rd. 330) bridge I Windy Gap Res. R iv Columbin eC F Willow Creek Res. Ki A Ri v e r Inlet buoy line 9 ¹ d 2 Rd ¬ « D Radium k 1R Williams Fork Reservoir Rd r ee k C k I d w llo r ee o ad 1 I r ee Grand Lake Shadow Mtn. Res. Wi Trou ble s om e C d C al 134 Kremmling 34 d ek Cr e Wolford Mtn. Res. £ ¤ Twin Cr. inlet of Columbine Bay d d d dy Carter Cree k 125 A ¬ « For Colorado River Regulations below Radium please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers map N Fk Colorado River ¬ « d d d u d d M d d A £ ¤ d Li t. ree n G C r. To Walden 40 To Estes Park d To Muddy Pass REGULATIONS A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All rainbow trout must be released C - 2 trout limit D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit F - Snagging prohibited; Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 G - Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 14 and Dec. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 24 - 36 inches must be released H - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; *Non-native fish regulation I - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Gold Medal Water - Colorado River from Fraser River confluence to Troublesome Creek confluence Grand Lake - 4 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 36 inches; All lake trout 26 - 36 inches must be released; Portable ice fishing shelters only; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited Lake Granby - 4 lake trout limit; From Jan. 1 - Aug. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate; From Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, limit for kokanee is 10; Snagging kokanee permitted from Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream; Gaffs and tail snares prohibited; Portable ice fishing shelters only Columbine Bay, Lake Granby - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - Dec. 31 from the Twin Creek inlet upstream Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Williams Fork Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Dec. 31; Northern pike from 26 - 34 inches must be released; Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs prohibited for take of northern pike; 8 lake trout limit; Only 1 lake trout greater than 30 inches; Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15 - Nov. 30 from inlet buoy line to Grand Co. Rd. 330 bridge (Williams Fork Bridge Rd.) Willow Creek Reservoir - Portable ice fishing shelters only Wolford Mountain Reservoir - Access prohibited within 150 feet of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net Oct. 1-Dec. 1. § ¦ ¨ 70 To Silverthorne To Silverthorne For Vail Area and Eagle River Regulations Please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map 15 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY REGULATIONS The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. Cutthroat trout © CPW All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. CORRAL CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DEADMAN GULCH - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE - MOFFAT DEEP CREEK - LA PLATA (MAP, PAGE 35) FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. CRAWFORD RESERVOIR - DELTA 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is one fish, 18 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. CROSHO RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. CRYSTAL LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CRYSTAL RESERVOIR - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CULEBRA CREEK - COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. CUNNINGHAM CREEK - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DAIGRE LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. 16 FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. DEEP CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DEER BEAVER CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arc- tic char is 1, 20 inches long. DIVIDE CREEK, WEST - GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. DIXON LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOLORES RIVER - DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15- Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of DOTY PARK LAKE - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DePOORTER LAKE - SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOUG CREEK - MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DILLON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. DUKE LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: standing water line. �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing To Del Norte Gu l R ho d es Cr. or ni l if Ca d Bea v k Tra i lC ree Can Ja r d g re e k on E sco nd ido V yon aC To La Jara 40 La Jar a C Ca n k d d Cr. Spectacle Lake Fo x k 17 Beaver Lake Rock Lake Duck Lake D Cr ee k 17 A To Antonito B Upper boundary Aspen Glade Campground d B Tr d d Di xie d ree k ¬ « D e ek d N E W k A re e C A er Cr Cumbres A D B si 17 de C ¬ « Ca sca ree k 18 lf C A 1 FR W O k B Bear Cr d Trujillo Meadows Reservoir s r ee d no pC hee ail l ch Gu Osier d Pi S Cre ek Gr ouse os yon an gC d oD eL o Na t Menkhaven Resort n Lo iver Ri a iv e C La Manga Creek eta 4 ¬ « Cr, d lk d S. E e ek Waterdog Lake sR ejo on Waterfall at South San Juan Wilderness boundary re ek C R i to Colorado ree d d r 5 n ej os R ive 5 FR 2 ek re Co Al aC ros Hot C ree FR 259 h Red Lake A ham a am Rio Ch Miles 3 os g h Cr. d ee k 2 k 0 k. Rio C A 1 To La Jara Laguna Venado Cr 0 Pi ed ek River k re e ou Alverjones Lake Victoria Lake l ¹ t C re FR 2 Ruybalid Lake El k C chu Ho os a No Name Lake e Cr. erd Trail Lake Ar am A 25 South Fork confluence River 50 Cr . Lost Lake Ro u Wes tF 2 FR La Jara Res. Empedrado Lake .R N. F k Green Lake er J C i C nejo s To Alamosa A FR Co u th Fk. l ch Gu : So k ree Fk A oC n it Bo Timber Lake So u th C T A ng Creek Blue Lake a C r. ek Bear Lake R oa r Can o n on ns incon Can o n R Glacier Lake ke La e Cre Ha Twin Lakes er J im l e Cr Ca t C r e ek Terrace Res. e lo iab d S ad Ri v r eek on D C an Rock Lake outlet Tobacco Lake iv er Rock Lake osa oC A A la m si d or k. Lower bridge Town of PlatoroC sR d eek A a ar jo ne m sF Platoro Res. R iv er d o l Cr. Co a Ad a Lake Fk. Co Big A Lake A Cat C r A L C ejo s ch d Co n A S. F k . t Cree k d Rito G A d d r. ld C at Go d e Mix Lake ulch d sca Ca Platoro FR 25 0 Cr. G Fisher asure C r. Tre a Kerr Lake 50 n. Ro ugh Cy Gu lch Ca FR 2 r. Frenc h ulch nG N. Fk. Ca A Be ave rC stl em a Bit ter C reek FR 380 d Jasper REGULATIONS k. nF ma Wig ht d d d 0 30 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches D - Fly only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches d 38 FR 3 River Regulations d FR To South Fork Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Big Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Kerr Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Rock Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released d Conejos and Alamosa River Drainages M E X I C O 17 �2016 Colorado Fishing EAGLE RIVER - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: REGULATIONS 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. EAST PASS CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. EAST RIVER - GUNNISON FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. No bag or possession limit on yellow perch ELK CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS ELK RIVER - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FORBES PARK LAKE - COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH, AND MIDDLE FORKS) - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FORT MORGAN PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ELKHEAD RESERVOIR - MOFFAT, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. ERIE LAKE - BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth must be returned to the water immediately. EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FALL CREEK - MINERAL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOLF CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FALL CREEK - SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FAWN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FISH CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FLORIDA RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 18 FOURMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FRASER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. FRASER RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FREEMAN RESERVOIR - MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 35) WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. FRENCH GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FREY GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FRYINGPAN RIVER - EAGLE, PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) G FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be re- turned to the water immediately. GEORGE CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �5 B 20 B Gu nn Grand Junction To Gateway 70 § ¦ ¨ 141 ¬ « B 141 ¬ « n iso 15 D Riv Miles 10 Connected and Duke Lakes Walker State Wildlife Area R i ve r To Delta Kannah 50 £ ¤ Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Res. B Palisade 65 C B ¬ « Mesa k C k Griffith Res. on A B ut e ach ar 65 ¬ « Island Lake Vega Res. To Delta Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2, and #3 Silver Lake Bull Basin #1 and Bull Creek #1 and #2 d A C Silt To Glenwood Springs Harvey Gap Reservoir To Rifle Falls State Park For Colorado River Regulations above Rifle please see Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers Map C River Rifle I-70 Exit 90 bridge . Cr ¬ « 325 Rifle Gap Reservoir ¬ « 13 To Meeker u Creek tea Pla Collbran A E. F k . P rado Colo Jerry Creek Res. #1 and #2 330 ree Juniata ah C Kann Res. B ¬ « De Beque ve r Ri 70 § ¦ ¨ hu te A r, thw N or a t e r C . r Cr ppe A Tra Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie D - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - last day of Feb. River Regulations Parachute Co 0 ¹ do l o ra Co B 70 § ¦ ¨ Mack Highline Res. h k H Mack Mesa Res. 139 ¬ « d East Middle Fork Parachute Creek Parac u h te W. Fk. C r ee A T d U eek t Cr To Rangely d Sa l R oan Ea s t ac kW as P ar M ac Cr. REGULATIONS d d d ek re o d Beaver Cr e ek Colo ra d d d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Bull Basin Res. #1, Bull Creek Res. #1 & #2, and connnecting channels - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Connected & Duke Lakes - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 18 inches Griffith Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Hallenbeck Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited Highline Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 & #2 - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; All fish must be released; Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted Juniata Reservoir - Fly/lure only, Scented flies or lures may be used if longer than 1.5 inches; Largemouth bass between 12 and 15 inches must be released; Only 2 largemouth bass greater than 15 inches allowed Mack Mesa Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit Silver Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches Youngs Creek reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa d d Lake Regulations REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing k ree lC l u B e re er We st Salt Cre ek 19 �2016 Colorado Fishing GOAT CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GOLDEN PARK PONDS - BOULDER REGULATIONS ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 3. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 4. Possession of largemouth or smallmouth bass while fishing Golden Park Ponds No. 1 or 2 is prohibited. ON GOLDEN PARK POND NO. 3: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. GORE CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRAND LAKE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26-36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. GRANDVIEW PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. GRANEROS CREEK - PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. GRASSY CREEK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GREEN CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GREEN RIVER - MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GRIFFITH RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 20 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, REGULATIONS 16 inches long. GRIMES CREEK - LA PLATA FROM THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PROPERTY DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing is prohibited from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. GRIZZLY CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from sunset to sunrise. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 1. GROUNDHOG CREEK - DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR - DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GUNNISON RIVER - DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK OF THE GUNNISON. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK - GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK - DELTA, GUNNISON FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. �REGULATIONS HAHN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2016 Colorado Fishing GOOD PLACES TO... HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be HANGING LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Fishing prohibited. HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAPS, PAGES 19, 27) 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish FISH FOR KOKANEE » HAMILTON CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Lake Granby, Grand Co. » Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. » Sweetwater Lake, Garfield Co. » Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. Find where to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited HAT CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG - FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. HEADACHE CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HEBERTON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. HENRY RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HERMOSA CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HUDSON TOWN POND - WELD 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. REGULATIONS HOTEL DRAW - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15-May 31. HUERFANO RIVER - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HUNT LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ILLINOIS RIVER - JACKSON HIDDEN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HIGHLINE RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. HIMES CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HINE LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 - LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) BENT, OTERO 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HORSESHOE RESERVOIR - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. WITHIN DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) - MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. JAYHAWKER PONDS - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. JIM CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. JOE WRIGHT CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 21 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR - BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. JUMBO RESERVOIR - LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 18-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. JUNIATA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KELLY LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KELSO CREEK - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. KENNEY RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. KERR LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KETNER LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 22 REGULATIONS KOA LAKE - BOULDER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. LA PLATA RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel LASKEY GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LESTER CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, LAGERMAN RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. LON HAGLER RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 2. Only one channel catfish in the bag or posession limit may exceed 20 inches long. LAKE ARBOR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LAKE CREEK - HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. LAKE DOROTHEY - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. LAKE FORK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. LAKE GRANBY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1-Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. LAKE JOHN - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. LARAMIE RIVER - LARIMER WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 18 inches long. LONE PINE CREEK - LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. LONETREE RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. The bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LONG DRAW RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LOS PINOS CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. LOS PINOS RIVER - HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. LOST TRAIL CREEK - GUNNISON (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LOWELL PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. MACK MESA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. �REGULATIONS MAD CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 2016 Colorado Fishing MINERS CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GOOD PLACES TO... MANCOS RIVER - MONTEZUMA MITCHELL CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MARTIN LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR - PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. MAY CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MONUMENT RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. MEAD PONDS - WELD 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to water immediately. MORRISON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. McELMO CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: MORROW POINT RESERVOIR - GUNNISON, 1. No bag or possession limit for channel McKAY LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMURRY PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. McPHEE RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. MEADOW CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEADOW CREEK, EAST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK - SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH - SAGUACHE MONTROSE © CPW ICE FISH IN JANUARY » catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. REGULATIONS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel » Lake John, Jackson Co. » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. » Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. » Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state. co.us/learn/Pages/IceFishingSafety.aspx 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. MUDDY CREEK - SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MEREDITH RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NASH CREEK - DOLORES MICHIGAN RIVER - JACKSON 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. NATE CREEK - OURAY 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. MIDDLE CREEK, EAST - SAGUACHE FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: NATIVE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NAVAJO LAKE - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 23 �To Walden 14 ¬ « Colo 14 bridge E d Joe Wright Reservoir Jo eW Zimmerman Lake Chambers Lake Cr. on rig ht Wil g ch ar in g A C r. aw .S he ep Cr . A hee A y Cr. ive r B B Kinikinik . B eep Cr . Lo P ne ine Cr. Deadm an R d 162 R d er Rocky Mountain NP boundary Rocky Mountain NP boundary A Rustic d d B dre er nn Rd re ud Po E 63 eC r. River 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 14 ¬ « ther Lak 74E Rd es R d Red Fe a 1 mi. downstream of Rocky Mountain NP boundary Pe Riv B Larimer County Rd. 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd) D P in Parvin Lake Dowdy Lake N. L o ne Pingree Park Rd./bridge West boundary of Hombre Ranch Po u dre River . Cr Red Feather Lakes B Bull Creek confluence Divide Creek confluence ive r N. F k. Pou dre R Upper Poudre River Drainage r. orge C A Ge Cornelius Cr. A Sh udre Ri v Po Eaton Reservoir Big Bend campground upper boundary d Long Draw Reservoir C ul Ma dr eR re D Po ud C A d Ri ve r 80C Rd d To Wyoming d u 9 44H R d Halligan Reservoir To Laramie k. ¹ 0 14 ¬ « Miles 0.5 Upper boundary of Gateway Park eR dr d B 1 Masonville u Po Laporte Watson Lake B Milton Seaman Reservoir iv. Fort Collins Ted's Place To 287 £ ¤ Livermore Milton Seaman Reservoir Rist Ca nyon R d 52E Rd Poudre Park See inset map eC e Pin r. 12 re River P o ud L on Po ud r Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit D - Fishing prohibited E - Fly/lure only; Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 - July 31 River Regulations d L Po Dr llow ck H o d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Joe Wright Reservoir - Fly/lure only Long Draw Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Parvin Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Watson Lake - Smallmouth bass minimum size is 12 inches; No live minnows Zimmerman Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Fishing prohibited in inlet area Jan. 1 - July 31 d d r. pC d d d d Fk E. . Fk . S W Cr . N. Fk d G P ou d d Rd ms p Shee d k. d Ro la d S. F Rd irie Pra ve o t d S R 27 d oc 162 R d d d Lake Regulations d d d 103 lia Cr. d S.Fk . d R 69 Fk. F N. d 24 N. iver eR k C r. REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS �REGULATIONS NAVAJO RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. NAVAJO RIVER - ARCHULETA, CONJEOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water imFROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR - KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) - KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NEWLIN CREEK - CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. NICKELSON CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NO NAME CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. NOLAN CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NORTH PLATTE RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH SHIELDS PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 6. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. PASTURE CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PEARL LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. NORTH TAYLOR CREEK - CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. NORTHWATER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PETTY CREEK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. OLD DILLON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP,PAGE12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for golden trout 1, 16 inches long. PIEDRA RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): OSIER CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. OVERLAND TRAIL POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel PAONIA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PARVIN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PASS CREEK - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS mediately. 2016 Colorado Fishing FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK - MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA - EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA - EL PASO, TELLER Permits Required. Visit Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website and then Open Spaces for more information on opening and closing dates, permits and other rules. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. 25 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS POAGE LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. POOSE CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PORCUPINE LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE PONDS NO. 1- WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. POUDRE RIVER - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMP- Rd d ero Poage Lake k Alberta A Park Res. Rd US Forest Service boundary a West Fk. San Francisco Cr. W. San Francisco Lk. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - LARIMER FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 33.0 Rd an cisc o Cre ek n Fr n Pi r ee d ek os Beaver Creek Res. A G Rd 38 A Gra n d e i GROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: (MAP, PAGE 24) E South Fork Be La Garita Sa C d ¬ « 112 £ ¤ 285 Del Norte R iver £ ¤ 160 Monte To Vista Alamosa C d 160 io .R To Saguache d £ ¤ k eR E Rio Rio Grande Canal diversion structure Cre Gr a ve r d k PIT D POND - BOULDER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. N. Fk. Ca rn eC r. ch g Creek ose Colo 149 bridge e ver Cr e To Pagosa Springs F S. nd d McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 26 Big Meadows Res. Miles 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. d ac h Sa FR 52 3 d T West fence of Masonic Park eek d e ek d REGULATIONS . d d o Go 16 eek arg Cr D C 12 Carner o C r eek Emb Rive r Pa ss 8 A La Gari ta Cr d ¹ 4 d Creede Cr ut ro Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released B - Fly/lure only C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released D - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 12 inches; All rainbow trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 brown trout limit, minimum 16 inches; All rainbow trout must be released; Gold Medal Water A A Prong Cr. B D an de Lower boundary of River Hill Campground 2 Miners Cr. . River Regulations 0 d Cr. Rio Grande Res. Gr . Carner Fk A re ek A d k ree sC er ar Cle d 18 R D d S. . Cr d in k. M F N. S. F k Santa Maria Res. B oC 149 Rio ua A Mid. Fk. Carnero Cr. d ¬ « Road Canyon Res. #1 r. ag u Mid. F k S B To Lake City Continental Res. eC d Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Alberta Park Reservoir - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit Beaver Creek Reservoir - Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 Poage Lake - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, maximum 12 inches West San Francisco Lake - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released Confluence with California Gulch 41 G Sa Lake Regulations Cr. e ach gu B d Upper Rio Grande Basin Middle Fk. San Francisco Creek 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. PREWITT RESERVOIR - LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 5. Visitors ages 18-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. PRONGER POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PROSPECT PARK LAKES - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PUEBLO RESERVOIR - PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. �B J ¬ « 13 d A C olo rad oR ive r North side of I-70 bridge Miles 2 3 C A F G d F Springs . dd A F I A G Glenwood C 0.5 miles upstream from Colorado River confluence Springs Fish Hatchery Ri v e r B Upper boundary of Glenwood B d 1 C M itc ee k l Cr hel Inset Map Silt Harvey Gap Reservoir 0.5 miles upstream from Roaring Fork confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluence I rado I-70 Exit 90 bridge lo Rifle Co 325 ¬ « rk Fo 0 C d d C a n yon Cr eek For Colorado River Regulations below Rifle please see Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa Map d To Grand Junction To Meeker Rifle Gap Reservoir Rifle Gap Reservoir - 1 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; 20 yellow perch limit C I A C Ri ver F 50 yards up and downstream of confluence 50 yards up and downstream of confluences d 70 § ¦ ¨ To Delta Glenwood Springs (Please see inset map) F 133 rk ¬ « Fo F Rive rail Cr. Lost T B Carbondale 82 ¬ « Cattle C reek Hanging o ad Lake lor Co C r v er B E 0 k re e Basalt Spring Park Reservoir H 82 River E D R oc Aspen D F B ky Ruedi Reservoir r 15 Cr. Miles 10 McFarlane Creek confluence 5 d ¬ « Woody Creek Upper Woody Creek Bridge E g Fryingpan 20 To Independence Pass ¹ A - Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30 B - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released C - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly only; All trout must be released E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches F - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water G - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; Gold Medal Water H - Fly/lure only; All trout (except brown trout) must be released; 2 brown trout limit, maximum 14 inches; Gold Medal Water I 2 trout limit; Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15 and Oct. 1 - Nov. 30; *Non-native fish regulation J - Statewide trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Snowmass To Vail Dotsero For Colorado River Regulations above Dotsero please see Middle Colorado and Eagle Rivers Map Ri Hanging Lake - Fishing is prohibited Harvey Gap Reservoir - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches; 2 channel catfish limit; Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited dd e Creek No Na m Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers r. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: ring d S n ow Thr e e mi le Creek rk r iver ta l R d R oa Cry s lC pit o d d so n C dd d Nic k el k Ca ree d v Ri r m il e C k or REGULATIONS ly C d d d d Grizz d rmile Fou n Fry ing pan r e Riv Fou d d g ari n Ro d d Rifle Creek d d a ri Ro Fo d REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing e mass Cre e k d d Creek d 27 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and Cheesman Res. - Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Fishing prohibited on the dam and around reservoir as posted; Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1 - Sept. 30; Ice fishing prohibited Chatfield Res. and all waters within state park including South Platte River - 3 walleye limit, minimum 18 inches; Only 1 walleye over 21 inches per day; Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches; Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning operation nets March 15 - April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed. Spring Gulch Pond - Fly/lure only; All fish must be returned to water immediately Conifer £ ¤ 285 QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH - Pl Rd So No KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. rt h 96 Strontia Springs Res. Rd att e Ri Foxton 12 6 ve Ri r To Castle Rock ¬ « 67 d 67 R tte Pl a d 97 R d ut h 67 R So rC r Oxyoke e e k d k A d Cheesman Res. Wigwam Club (Private) ile Cre ek 28 C r. ¬ « 67 º Fou rm RIDGWAY RESERVOIR - OURAY 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 16 inches; Gold Medal Water C - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit rs e Ho d ee RELAY CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RHODES GULCH - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. River Regulations B Deckers Cr k am Creek 126 Rd W ig w B Suga Scraggy View Picnic Ground r Cree 40 Rd Pi ne RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK - GRAND l Cr. B ea Nighthawk d Gu n barre (MAP, PAGE 15) RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. To Castle Rock Strontia Springs Dam ve r Rd RAMPART RESERVOIR - EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. mediately. 85 300 yds. upstream of Marston Diversion South Platte Fo QUINCY RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- £ ¤ d 12 6 Spring Gulch Pond C 83 Rd mediately. 5 Rd d Rd Glenelk To Bailey 7 Rd Kassler 97 PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - Chatfield Res. Chatfield State Park boundary 88 Rd To Denver Rd 3 Rd 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- 124 Phillipsburg PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: To Denver To Denver ut h REGULATIONS longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. South Platte River from Cheesman Res. to Chatfield Res. Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: rk saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAPS, PAGES 19, 27) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 20. RIO BLANCO LAKE - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. To Woodland Park 0 1 2 3 Miles 6 RIO BLANCO RIVER - ARCHULETA AND CONEJOS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Antero Res. - 2 trout limit; Portable ice fishing shelters only « ¬ 9 F or d k Sou th t Sou h Pla £ ¤ t te Hartsel ve r t te C d d d A Lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA B Confluence of constructed channel and original channel £ ¤ Spinney Mountain Reservoir « ¬ 9 d Antero Reservoir To Woodland Park South e nn l C d d d Pl a Ri 24 r d Ri ve d C A a Ch E 24 D Plat te ak e ¹ Antero 24 Junction H om £ ¤ 2 4 8 12 Eleven Mile Reservoir To Canon City Miles 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. RIO DE LOS PINOS - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. RIO GRANDE - HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEST FENCE OF MASONIC PARK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G e st d To Buena Vista 0 FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. RIO LADO CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS £ ¤ ut h F o rk So Mid e dl Garo C - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in. D - Fly/lure only; All fish must be released; Portions may be closed Sept. 15 - Dec. 31; Gold Medal Water E - Fishing is prohibited (Homestake Conveyance Channel) Spinney Mtn. Res. - Fly/lure only; 1 trout over 20 inches; No fishing from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; Ice fishing prohibited; No bag or possession limit for yellow perch; Gold Medal Water A 285 Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; Trout 12-20 in. must be released; 2 trout limit; Only 1 trout over 20 in.; Gold Medal Water B - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER) - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ROAD BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORK CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE - JACKSON WITHIN ODD FELLOWS OR MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d d Eleven Mile Res. - 4 trout limit; Only 2 trout over 16 inches; No limit for yellow perch; Portable ice fishing shelters only River Regulations River B d To Fairplay d South Platte River in South Park Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge ROARING FORKS CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORK RIVER - PITKIN, GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 29 �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing ROCK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must ROCK CREEK, LITTLE - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. be returned to water immediately. 2. Only 1 channel catfish in the bag or possession limit may exceed 20 inches long. ROCK LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROCKY FORK CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR - TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RUBY JEWEL LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. SAGUACHE CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK - SAGUA- CHE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAINT VRAIN CREEK (NORTH AND SOUTH) - BOULDER WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF LYONS, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. SAINT VRAIN STATE PARK - WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 30 REGULATIONS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. SAN JUAN RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SAN MIGUEL RIVER - MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR - COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. SARVIS CREEK - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. SCENERY POND - RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SCHWACHHEIM CREEK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. SHEEP CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SHEEP CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. SIG CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SIG CREEK, EAST FORK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SILVER LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SLOAN LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SNELL CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SECOND CREEK - DELTA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SODA CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. SEVERY CREEK - EL PASO ARAPAHOE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �REGULATIONS SOUTH PLATTE RIVER - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER (MAPS, PAGES 28- G 29) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sun- set to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, SPRING CREEK - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: SPRING GULCH POND - DOUGLAS (MAP, PAGE 28) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 16 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN CHATFIELD STATE PARK: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) G FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 5 MILES N OF GREEN MOUNTAIN RES.)- GRAND AND SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SPRUCE CREEK (CONFLUENCE WITH BLUE RIVER, 2.5 MILES S OF BRECKENRIDGE)SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. STAGECOACH RESERVOIR - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. STALKER LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. STANDLEY LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G STEAMBOAT LAKE - ROUTT STEARNS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. STEELMAN CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. 2016 Colorado Fishing SUMMIT RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. SWAMP LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SWAN RIVER - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water imme- diately. SWEITZER LAKE - DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. SYLVAN LAKE - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. TAMARACK RANCH POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. TAYLOR RIVER - GUNNISON FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 31 �2016 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS White River Headwaters to Meeker Lake Regulations Cr Fork A B Ri ve d d d 13 d C 1/2 mile above Trappers Lake Trappers Lake B B 17 Rd g Creek Sleepy Cat Fishing Easement 1st waterfall below Trappers Lake Buford So ut h Rd d d ve Ri Fla C B 15 5 d d D h Nor t r B r ve Ri 8R Lake Avery r ¬ « d er Be av Big Wakara Fishing Lease D C A d lC r. d 15 R C d 13 Rd 6 Rd 8R d 4 Rd d D d d d C White 8 Rd Sn el d 7 Rd d 64 Meeker Pasture SWA Meeker White C Cr. ¬ « hn Colo 13 Bridge To Rangely A ee k C r. st Cr. Lo Ha 13 Fawn REGULATIONS Rd ¬ « d 7 e a nce Cre Rd d To Craig 9 River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Trappers Lake - Fly/Lure Only; 2 cutthroat limit, 11 inches maximum size; Fishing prohibited in B - 2 trout limit inlets and upstream 1/2 mi.; Fishing prohibited C - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass smallmouth bass, within 100 ft. of either side of all inlet streams; northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellowperch, and crappie Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of D - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth the outlet and downstream to the first falls; No bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, limit on brook trout yellowperch, and crappie Confluence of North and South Forks B ¹ Fork B 0 To Rifle ek White 3 6 12 18 Miles TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK - DELTA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. THOMAS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. THREE LICKS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. THREEMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 32 THURSTON RESERVOIR - PROWERS NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TIMBERLINE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. TORSIDO CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TOTTEN RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TRAPPER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TRAPPERS LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. TRINIDAD RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. TROUT CREEK - RIO BLANCO, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 4. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. TURQUOISE RESERVOIR - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. TUTTLE CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TWIN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR - BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing White River Meeker to Utah State Line Rio Blanco Lake - Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches h d Was d 9R Rio Blanco Lake d d 5R Colo 13 bridge k d Meeker A d 13 Pice R 24 Cr e ek ree Fla g C glas Rd ¬ « an ce C r ee B d d X 24 Do u llo Ye B r ve Ri d Cr ee k d 122 R 7 Rd d 1R d ke eek te hi B Taylor Draw Dam C 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam ¹ d k 2.5 5 7.5 10 ¬ « 139 d Miles 5R 0 64 Rangely B B ¬ « W d d White C B Cr 21 R River B Kenney Reservoir Str a o ro y err 64 Rd wb ¬ « A H d T 65 w 40 R 61 £ ¤ To Craig ash REGULATIONS Dinosaur Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A - 2 trout limit; No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch, and crappie B - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie C Fishing prohibited as posted, No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie Kenney Reservoir - No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie 134 Rd U River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: R ed W Lake Regulations To Rifle To Loma UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER - OURAY FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) - WELD 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. VALLECITO CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sept. 1-Nov. 14. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. VAUGHN RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO VIRGINIA LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WACKER PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of Feb. WALTON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WANEKA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 33 �2016 Colorado Fishing WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) - DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. WATSON LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. REGULATIONS WEST CREEK - MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WEST CROSS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WHITE RIVER - RIO BLANCO (MAPS, PAGES 32, 33) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. REGULATIONS WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR - GRAND FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Northern pike 26-34 inches must be re- turned to the water immediately. 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15- Nov. 30. 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. WILLIAMS FORK RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WILLIAMS GULCH - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Fishing prohibited. WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) - MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: WINDSOR RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WOLF CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 & 3 DELTA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1-Dec. 1. WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) YAMPA RIVER - ROUTT, MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 35) (MAP, PAGE 15) WRIGHTS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. mediately. YUMA CITY LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 5. ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. Get Outdoors Get Outdoors Colorado Outdoors Magazine wildlifestore.state.co.us 34 Subscribe to Colorado Outdoors 10 Reasons to subscribe to �REGULATIONS 2016 Colorado Fishing Yampa River - Headwaters to Craig Lake Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: F N. d r Cr. te Le s dd M S d A A d El k iver Riv er eek d Cr hea Middle Fork Elk River d A Pearl Lake lk R rk E Elk Elk River ork A . Fo ot t on Steamboat Lake 1/4 mile above Freeman Res. Freeman Res. Lit. C C k ree 13 dd ow ¬ « wo od Cr. K 1/4 mile above and below Pearl Lake W ill To Baggs, WY Crosho Reservoir - 2 grayling limit, minimum 16 inches Elkhead Reservoir - 2 largemouth bass limit, minimum 15 inches; 10 crappie limit Freeman Reservoir - Fishing prohibited from Jan. 1 July 31 within 50 yards of either side of the inlet and upstream 1/4 mile Pearl Lake (including 1/4 mile up inlet and 1/4 mile down outlet) - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches Porcupine Lake - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released Stagecoach Reservoir - No bag and possession limit for walleye Vaughn Reservoir - 2 cutthroat limit REGULATIONS A - *Whitefish regulation B - *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation C - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation D - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; Spawning areas (redds) closed as posted; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation E - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation F - Fly/lure only; All trout must be released;*Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation G - 2 trout limit; *Whitefish regulation; *Non-native fish regulation H - 2 trout limit; *Non-native fish regulation I - *Non-native fish regulation J - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released K - Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 L - Fly/lure only; All cutthroat must be released; *Whitefish regulation M - Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, minimum 18 inches *Whitefish regulation - Bag limit for whitefish is 4; Possession limit for whitefish is 8 *Non-native fish regulation - No limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie d River Regulations Statewide regulations apply to all waters except: A ee k Cr tion ifi ca d River H G Steamboat Springs Fis h Cr eek A d d F James Brown Bridge (Shield Dr.) d Colo 394 Bridge d 40 d ¬ « £ ¤ Hayden d d ¬ « H I 13 A pa Yam 394 Confluence with Walton Creek ¬ « 13 s Fo rk ¬ « 317 ¬ « W d B d d ee Cr son k d d d 24 d dd Stillwater Res. v Ri ar Be Yamcolo Res. ne yC d er A im Miles 18 ri or Yampa d J 12 d Ch 6 A M Crosho Res. A 3 B iver ¹ A S ar v is C reek a R or k L se Cr. Poo Vaughn Res. d Stagecoach Res. mp Ya ia ill iams F k Will J or k 40 d Cre ek Tr ou t rk os m sF £ ¤ dd o East F ap Sou th For Mo r eek Phippsburg To Walden/ Kremmling k D C Oak Creek ree Lake Catamount 0.6 miles downstream of Stagecoach dam L 0 A E d Burgess Cr. W alton C 131 Cr A dd Willia m To Meeker d A Creek da So d 40 A d £ ¤ Craig Elkhead Res. d Cree k d Ma or t d F To Dinosaur Porcupine Lake ¬ « r. 134 ¬ « To Kremmling 131 To Wolcott 35 �TROUT FAMILY » Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout. Pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger. TIGER TROUT Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. LAKE TROUT (Mackinaw) Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail. Hybrid between white bass and striped bass. WIPER LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides SMALLMOUTH BASS BASS TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid. Irregular dark colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout. » CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROOK TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background PIKE Purchase your 2015-2016 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification » BROWN TROUT Black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides RAINBOW TROUT Photo by © Dennis McKinney, CPW | All fish illustrations by © Joseph R. Tomelleri » [ YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins, large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin, no white tip on tail, darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas, white-tipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting. OTHER SPORTFISH IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES KNOW YOUR COLORADO FISH » ] �» release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. » TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and If you practice catch-and-release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body, silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body, dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays, small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellow-green on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange. GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. » GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid SIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be removed while the fish is still in the water. » REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POS- Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edge keel behind the head it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. » WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it WATCH ONLINE RAZORBACK SUCKER COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head bit.ly/COFishRelease Watch an angler properly release a fish back into the water. See page 6 for a full list of protected species to be released. Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED HUMPBACK CHUB ! » TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold SUNFISH & CRAPPIE » KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH Use a pair of forceps, long-nosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern, males develop hook jaw and turn brick red KOKANEE SALMON Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and it does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Large sail-like dorsal fin, silver body, small mouths and body. GRAYLING Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout. Tri-colored pelvic fins, slightly forked tails. SPLAKE Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin. ARCTIC CHAR » » �Printed for free distribution by Colorado Parks and Wildlife 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 cpw.state.co.us online brochure NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office or at cpw.state.co.us/Regulations For questions, call CPW at (303) 297-1192. Don’t forget your pass! Colorado State Parks offer 38 places to fish, 365 days a year Buy your state parks pass when you buy your fishing license or buy online at CPW.STATE.CO.US/FISH/BUYAPPLY � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/53a693b2d6ee3291b18af8f12ecb10c7.pdf 902a40ebeb58d1d31cbfe3ccb8d9f6bd PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2015 Colorado Fishing SEASON: APRIL 1, 2015 - MARCH 31, 2016 online brochure cpw.state.co.us �2015 Colorado Fishing TABLE OF CONTENTS Licenses and Information.............................. 1 REFERENCE CPW OFFICE LOCATIONS cpw.state.co.us • What’s New, license fees, season dates, Habitat Stamp Reference.................................................... 2-9 • Gear: What you need to start fishing .............................2 • Bag and possession limits.................................................3 • State records.........................................................................4 • How to measure your catch..............................................4 • Illegal stocking.....................................................................5 • License, residency and disability requirements...........5 • Special conditions and restrictions.................................6 • Legal fishing methods, glossary of fishing terms........7 • Fishery programs................................................................8 • Aquatic nuisance species, information for boaters, how to clean waders and gear .................9 Regulations............................................. 10-35 Good Places To.... • Take kids fishing.................................................................13 • Fish for kokanee.................................................................21 • Ice fish in January..............................................................23 Maps • Wiper/white bass & walleye/saugeye limits.................3 • Upper Arkansas River.......................................................11 • Blue River Basin.................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium.........15 • Conejos and Alamosa rivers..........................................17 • Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa......................19 • Upper Poudre River Drainage........................................24 • Upper Rio Grande Basin..................................................26 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers...................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield................28 • South Platte River: South Park.......................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker.............................32 • White River: Meeker to Utah state line.........................33 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig..............................35 Fish Identification ................................... 36-37 See the CPW website for a complete list of our 42 parks locations that can also sell fishing and hunting licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. Only the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and samples related to hunting activities. BRUSH 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 (970) 870-2197 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 ADMINISTRATION 1313 Sherman St., #618 Denver, 80203 (303) 297-1192 LIFE HACK: BOOKMARK THIS BROCHURE ON YOUR SMARTPHONE. bit.ly/coloradofishing Printed for free distribution by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 FISHING INFORMATION & CONDITIONS: NOTE: Drought conditions are affecting the Eastern Plains. These recorded updates and the CPW website have current conditions for waters in the following areas of the state: Statewide...................................... (303) 291-7534 cpw.state.co.us Editor: Amy Bulger | Cover photo by © Timothy Miller. Printed March 2015 by Publication Printers, Denver. 320,000 copies. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director: Robert Broscheid Metro Denver/Foothills............ (303) 291-7535 Northeast Colorado................... (303) 291-7536 Northwest Colorado.................. (303) 291-7537 Southeast Colorado.................. (303) 291-7538 Southwest Colorado................. (303) 291-7539 The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission sets fishing regulations in November. Commission members are (as of February 2015): Robert Bray, chairman • Christopher Castilian, vice chairman • Jeanne Horne, secretary • John Howard, member • Bill Kane, member • Dale Pizel, member • James Pribyl, member • James Vigil, member • Dean Wingfield, member • Michelle Zimmerman, member • Alexander Zipp, member • Mike King, ex officio member Fish Stocking Reports............... (303) 291-7531 CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. BOAT REGISTRATION: Information can be found online at: cpw.state.co.us/ buyapply/Pages/BoatingRegistrations.aspx REPORT OIL SPILLS: To report an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24-hour hotline at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, 1-877-518-5608. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed above and online at cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/Regulations.aspx. �REFERENCE 2015 Colorado Fishing WHAT’S NEW2015 LICENSE FEES ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2015-MARCH 31, 2016 GET YOUR LICENSE » CHATFIELD AND CHERRY CREEK... » Online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply » By phone: 1-800-244-5613 » In person: CPW offices, state parks or license agents Spawning closures have been modified at both of these reservoirs. See page 13. For senior lifetime low-income licenses, see page 5 » Small Game & Fishing combo.............................$41 RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS » Second-rod stamp..................................................... $5 One second-rod stamp per year is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16. (See page 5) » One-day fishing.......................................................... $9 » Additional-day fishing.............................................. $5 Prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE ers ages 16 and older (age 12 for a second-rod stamp) Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an affidavit and paying a fee. See “License Requirements” on page 5. SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10-35. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 6-7, 2015. All other rules and regulations apply. 1. ROPICDK&YOREUREL spincast rod and for learnireel are great ng how to fish. Ready to try but 2. YOCHUROOBASEIT don’t know where to start? Check out 3. GEGEARTYOONUR our five steps to get started! See 4. YOKNUROWKNOT page 2. TROUT » Powe rbait » Flies » Lures Different have differspecies of fish ent appet ites. Choose on what your bait based in the lakekind of fish are are trying and what you at the list to catch. Look brochure of waters in this for any al bait restric additiontions. » Salmo n eggs » Jigs » Worm s CATFISH You need items to just a few basic The fun get started fishin part g. your gear is adding to progress! collection as you » Bobb ers There are The Improlots of fishing knots. a good, ved Clinch Knot basic knot is started. to get you » Threa d the hook.the line throu gh eye Double five or back and of more turns around make the line. » POUDRE PONDS... This 2 » Jigs » Worm s Swivels keep your line from twisting. » Fishin g line, 4- to 8-lb. test » Hook s, #8 or #10 » Swive ls, #10 » Sinke rs, 1/8 oz. SUNFISH & CRAP PIE » Jigs » Worm s » Salmo n eggs These help you dislodg e hooks and grip line while tying knots. 5. YOPICURK SPOT PUTTING TOGETHERIT : Clinch knot Swivel Sinker » Hemo stats or needl e-nose pliers Where shoul your perfec d you go? You the Colora t fishing hole can find by do Fishin g Atlas. using » Bring the end Snelled the first of line back and hookline eye. Thenloop formed behin through go throu combo gh the d the big loop. or... use » Wet knot clinch knots to to tighte and pull the tie line to n down tag end tight again swivel the and the st the eye, coils. Slide it hook clip exces to s. end the other of the line. it! BASS » Stinkb » Worm ait s cpw.sta te.co.us /fish/fish ingatla s 70-acre gravel quarry in Weld County has been open to fishing since 2011. The bass population is growing and new regulations are in place. See page 26. » YELLOW PERCH AT RIFLE GAP... A bag and possession limit of 20 has been placed on yellow perch at Rifle Gap Reservoir. New limits will help effectively manage the perch population and protect the species from overfishing. See page 29. » KOKANEE TRAPS AT WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR... There is a 150-foot public-access closure around the kokanee salmon traps and nets at all times, wherever portable traps are set. See page 34. HABITAT STAMP INFORMATION 1. Anyone 18-64 MUST purchase a stamp in order to buy or apply for a hunting or fishing license (including preference points). 2. Stamps are $10 and are nonrefundable. Only one is required per person per year, valid April 1-March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. 3. EXEMPTIONS: Anyone with a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small-game hunting and fishing license, or those approved for the BigGame Mobility Impaired Hunting Program are exempt. See cpw.state.co.us/fish/accessibility for details about those programs. ON THE COVER » 1. Current and valid photo ID 2. For residents, proof of residency (see page 5) 3. Habitat Stamp (see at right) 4. A Social Security Number is required for new custom- HOW TO GET ST ARTED FISHIN G GEAR, KNOTS, TIPS FOR BEGINNE RS OF ALL AGES Getting Fishing is a grea started isn’t com t lifetime activ plicated. ity Follow and a fun way our basi for fami c equipme lies nt guid to spend time e, and you’ toge ll be hoo ther outdoors ked befo . A closed re you -face know Bag and possession limits for smallmouth bass have been removed. Smallmouth bass were introduced to Ridgway Reservoir illegally. In 2013, the population had grown to 15 percent of the fish sampled by CPW. These fish have the potential to threaten endangered fish species and native species in the Upper Colorado River Basin. Regulations will limit their numbers and help Western ] waterways remain safe for other fish species. See page 29. » Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. » BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO FISHING... » SMALLMOUTH BASS AT RIDGWAY... » YOUTH » Resident and nonresident younger than age 16 (second-rod charge still applies).........FREE uled to be drained during the summer of 2015. Check the CPW website for updates, cpw.state.co.us. » NONRESIDENTS » Annual .........................................................................$56 » Five-day.......................................................................$21 » ANTERO RESERVOIR... Antero is sched- E RESIDENTS » Adult annual (ages 16-63)......................................$26 » Senior annual (64 and older)................................... $1 limits are in place for Arctic char at Dillon Reservoir. Regulations will encourage the population of these desirable sport fish to grow both in size and numbers. See page 16. REFERENC Required for residents and nonresidents, ages 18-64. Add this to license fees below if you have not yet purchased a 2015 Habitat Stamp. for lake trout fishing at Grand Lake have been simplified by removing seasonal restrictions. See page 20. » ARCTIC CHAR... New bag and possession ] » Habitat Stamp.............................................$10 » LAKE TROUT AT GRAND LAKE... Rules Arctic char by © Joe Tomelleri FEE MAIN: A veteran walks to a fishing hole with his daughter. Last June, wounded and disabled veterans gathered to fish for bass and walleye with Freedom Hunters and other organizations. Freedom Hunters supports troops by taking select active duty and combat veterans on outdoor adventures. © Timothy Miller. INSET PHOTOS, LEFT TO RIGHT: 1. Landing a monster trout. © Santino Castellanos. 2. Banked bluegills. ©Wayne Lewis, CPW. 3. Fly fishing near Deckers. ©Wayne Lewis, CPW. 4. Evan Pohl shows off his Mesa Lakes catch. Photo for CPW. 1 �] REFERENCE » ] HOW TO GET STARTED FISHING GEAR, KNOTS, TIPS FOR BEGINNERS OF ALL AGES Fishing is a great lifetime activity and a fun way for families to spend time together outdoors. Getting started isn’t complicated. Follow our basic equipment guide and you’ll be hooked before you know it! 1. PICK YOUR ROD & REEL A closed-face spincast rod and reel are great for learning how to fish. 2. TROUT CHOOSE YOUR BAIT » Powerbait » Flies » Lures » Salmon eggs » Jigs » Worms CATFISH » Stinkbait » Worms BASS SUNFISH & CRAPPIE » Jigs » Worms » Jigs » Worms » Salmon eggs Different species of fish have different appetites. Choose your bait based on what kind of fish are in the lake and what you are trying to catch. Look at the list of waters in this brochure for any additional bait restrictions. 3. 4. GET YOUR GEAR ON You need just a few basic items to get started fishing. The fun part is adding to your gear collection as you progress! KNOW YOUR KNOT Swivels keep your line from twisting. » Fishing line, 4- to 8-lb. test There are lots of fishing knots. The Improved Clinch Knot is a good, basic knot to get you started. PUTTING IT TOGETHER: » Thread the line through eye of the hook. Double back and make five or more turns around the line. » Bring the end of line back through the first loop formed behind the eye. Then go through the big loop. » Wet knot and pull the tag end to tighten down the coils. Slide it tight against the eye, clip excess. 2 » Bobbers Clinch knot » Hooks, #8 or #10 These help you dislodge hooks and grip line while tying knots. » Swivels, #10 5. » Sinkers, 1/8 oz. » Hemostats or needle-nose pliers PICK YOUR SPOT Where should you go? You can find your perfect fishing hole by using the Colorado Fishing Atlas. Swivel Sinker Snelled line and hook combo or... use clinch knots to tie line to swivel and the hook to the other end of the line. cpw.state.co.us/fish/fishingatlas �REFERENCE 2015 Colorado Fishing Fishing is available at 38 of Colorado’s 42 state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state. co.us/fish/parkfinder. National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. STATEWIDE LIMITS Type of fish TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the same water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the “Statewide Limits” chart at right for details. (except kokanee) in aggregate* SEE “SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS” SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 10-35. FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/ fishing.htm. » READING THE LIMITS CHART Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. REFERENCE » STATEWIDE BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Daily mit Possession bag li limit 4 8 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) KOKANEE SALMON angling, snagging or archery WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER 10 10 10 10 5 5 10 10 5 5 10 10 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 20 unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED in aggregate* BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE in aggregate* CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK in aggregate* BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, unlimited BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (crawdads), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (gilled and less than 5 inches long) * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 3 �2015 Colorado Fishing STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT CATFISH PIKE PERCH BASS LOCATION WEIGHT LENGTH and county lbs. - ozs. in inches ANGLER STATE RECORDS PROGRAM Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 34 Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins Tiger 2005 Private pond, Park 4-15 21.5 Gene Hacker Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at cpw.state.co.us/fish/records. An award program is also offered for catch-and-release anglers. Go to: cpw.state.co.us/fish/lengthrecords. Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 1976 Private lake, Lincoln 20-1 32.75 Joe Poss Flathead 2011 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 15-6 32.25 David Parker Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez Striped 2009 C.F.&I. Res. No. 2, Pueblo 15-11 34.25 Manuel Aguilar Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin Species 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Jason Edmonds Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). NEW! Redear 2015 Stalker Lake, Yuma 6.8 oz. 7.25 Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 2014 Comanche Power Plant (private), Pueblo 2-5 11.5 Robert Castro CRAPPIE White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch CARP & SUCKERS Green MEASURE YOUR CATCH » SUNFISH YEAR » SALMON TROUT SPECIES » REFERENCE » 4 REFERENCE Grass Carp 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 57-13 47 Brian Husmann Common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.65 23.375 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1 35 Jay Grupp n/a length (inches) Arctic char.................... 18 Black bullhead............ 14 Blue catfish.................. 30 Bluegill.......................... 10 Brook trout................... 16 Brown trout................. 22 Channel catfish.......... 30 Common carp............. 30 Crappie.......................... 15 Cutbow trout.............. 22 Cutthroat trout........... 20 Golden trout............... 16 Grass carp..................... 30 Grayling........................ 15 Kokanee........................ 20 Species length (inches) Lake trout..................... 32 Largemouth bass...... 18 Northern pike............. 36 Pumpkinseed.............. 8 Rainbow trout............ 24 Redear sunfish............ 12 Saugeye........................ 26 Smallmouth bass....... 17 Splake............................ 20 Striped bass................. 28 Tiger muskie................ 40 Walleye.......................... 26 White bass.................... 17 Wiper.............................. 25 Yellow perch................ 12 �REFERENCE 2015 Colorado Fishing Illegally moving fish from one river or lake to another can wipe out fisheries, take away fishing opportunities and waste angler dollars. Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. CPW officials are taking additional steps to combat this destructive activity. WHY ILLEGAL STOCKING IS A PROBLEM © CPW Stocking waters with fish, unwanted aquatic pets or other species is illegal and can damage a water system. • Biologists have stopped stocking fish in some lakes because illegally introduced fish eat most or all of the stocked fish. This wastes your license dollars. • Illegally stocked fish compete for food and space with the fish that belong in lakes and streams. This can change the whole ecology of REPORT IT! If you have information about illegal stocking activity, contact OPERATION GAME THIEF. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. game.thief@state.co.us or call 1-877-265-6648 the system and lessen the quality of fishing overall. • Once an illegally stocked fish population has become established, the only recourse is to start over by treating the lake to kill ALL the fish. Treatments can cost millions of dollars. It also requires money that could be spent on improving fishing opportunities for anglers like you. • Illegally moving fish from one water to another can spread disease. Some of these, such as whirling disease, can cost millions of dollars to combat. REFERENCE » ! PROTECT YOUR FISHERIES AGAINST ILLEGAL STOCKING WHAT YOU CAN DO • Do not move fish from one body of water to another. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live bait is restricted in most of the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. • On waters that have no bag and possession limits on certain species, you are encouraged to keep those fish. “No-bag” limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked or are not desired. • Report illegal stocking activity to Operation Game Thief. » LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. ADULTS — People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a CPW location or license agent for $1, which is the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. a. Free lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. 4. SECOND-ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit nor can it be used for another person to fish. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 5. COMMERCIAL LICENSE — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live-fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY — State law requires a Social Security number to buy a license. It is provided, if requested, to Child Support Enforcement authorities. Licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Current licenses are invalid if held by a person noncompliant with child support. 7. ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION — Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing or hunting license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 3 and No. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or secure and verifiable ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a fishing license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a fishing license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required six-month period. (cpw.state.co.us/Documents/RulesRegs/ Brochure/SecureAndVerifiableIdentity.pdf) 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status, National Guard or government contractors. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in No. 3 and No. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/ Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. 5 �2015 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE » SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, or release: burbot, piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, stickleback, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfin, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. Any person who takes fish species listed above may possess them in unlimited number for personal use, as long as the fish are killed prior to transporting from the point where they were taken. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in 6 REFERENCE waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live baitfish from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, THREATENED, ENDANGERED AND NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, and wood frog. Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS — Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the licensee’s name, address and license number. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is illegal to re­ lease tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of these criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be pro- hibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters, and the integrity of aquatic wildlife. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. �REFERENCE 2015 Colorado Fishing » BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » CHUMMING is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » COMMON HOOK is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » GAME FISH means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids), and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass/ white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. » GIG is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. » JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. » MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See page 6 and Chapter 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. » NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. » SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » SNAGGING is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. LEGAL FISHING METHODS 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES REFERENCE » ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » » GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Trotlines shall be tagged with the user’s name, CID number and date set. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the owner or user’s name and CID number. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or long-nose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10-35. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger sala- mander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to re- strictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 6. 8. LIVETRAPS Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. 7 �2015 Colorado Fishing » REFERENCE REFERENCE FISHERY PROGRAMS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS Photo © CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a More about single species. how fishery biologists The collected data is sample fish: used to track cpw.state.co.us/fish/ management fish population trends, evaluate the Fishery data for effectiveness some of your favorite of manageColorado waters: ment actions cpw.state.co.us/fish/ such as fisherydata stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High-priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5-10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 8 ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge ARKANSAS RIVER: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the Hwy. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to This “G” Eagle River next to a GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downbody of stream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North water on pages Fork of the Gunnison 10-35 signifies NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary that as a Gold of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (NorthMedal Water. gate Canyon) RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion WILD TROUT & structure GOLD MEDAL ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan WATERS POLICY River to the Colorado River cpw.state.co. G SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: » From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet us/fish/gold medal policy » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence GOLD MEDAL LAKES NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to cpw.state.co.us/fish/ masterangler. WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. �REFERENCE 2015 Colorado Fishing DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: ! REPORT IT! If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to CPW by emailing ReportANS@state.co.us or call (303) 291-7295. 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live © CPW wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. might hold water. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the CPW office in Denver (address on the inside cover of this brochure) Monday-Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. cpw.state.co.us/fish/invasivespecies ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boatinspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/ fish/boatinspections. OPTION 1 — Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with mixture of 6 ounces of a quaternary ammoniumbased institutional cleaner (such as Super HDQ Neutral) per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. Rinse with water from ANS-free source. Dispose of chemicals properly, away from the water body. OPTION 2 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 3 — Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. OPTION 4 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES ATTENTION BOATERS DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: REFERENCE » AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES RUSTY CRAYFISH: AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: cpw.state. co.us/fish/ rustycrayfish » PREYING on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food » DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. 9 �2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS » SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS Gold Medal Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy G =trout fishing. See page 8 for details. REGULATIONS RED WATER NAMES = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that water have changed since last year. THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, manner of take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 3) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult CPW’s State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. ABRAMS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. G PDFs of the maps in the brochure ­are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field! cpw.state.co.us/fish/maps FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ANTERO RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT, AND SNAPPER PONDS) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) - ARAPAHO CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) BENT, KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. AKRON CITY LAKE - WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 10 ANIMAS RIVER - LA PLATA ! FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ARCHULETA CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE LAKE FORK OF THE ARKANSAS DOWNSTREAM TO PARKDALE AT THE HWY. 50 BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE THE ROYAL GORGE. G FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, FREMONT, PUEBLO G FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN THE PUEBLO RESERVOIR STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be re- turned to water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS - CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. AUGUSTORA CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BARD CREEK - CLEAR CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BARKER RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. BARR LAKE - ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing BEAR CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BEAR CREEK - EL PASO REGULATIONS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. BEAR CREEK - JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. BEAR CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BEAR RIVER - GARFIELD, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. BEAVER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. BEAVER CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG BEND CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. BIG HOLE CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG THOMPSON PONDS - LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. BIG THOMPSON RIVER - LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BLACK CANYON - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 11 �2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS BLACK HOLLOW CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- REGULATIONS mediately. BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) - ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. BLANCO RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. BLUE MESA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 38 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. BLUE RIVER - GRAND, SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. BOBTAIL CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) BOSS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 12 BONNY RESERVOIR - YUMA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. BOULDER CREEK - BOULDER FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BOYD LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. �REGULATIONS BRUSH CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 2015 Colorado Fishing CHATFIELD RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, GOOD PLACES TO... JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches BRUSH CREEK, WEST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) long. IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 - MESA (MAP PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BURGESS CREEK - GARFIELD, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call (303) 651-8649 for details. CABIN CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. CANYON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. CARNERO CREEK: MIDDLE, NORTH AND SOUTH - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CARTER CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CARTER LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 3. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 4. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. © CPW TAKE KIDS FISHING » BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR - FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within » Chipeta Lake, Montrose Co. » Corn Lake, Mesa Co. » Fairplay Beach, Park Co. » Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. » Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. » Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. » Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. » Monument Lake, El Paso Co. » St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. » West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/takekidsfishing CASCADE CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CASCADE CREEK - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. CASTLE CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CAT CREEK - RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CAT CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CATARACT CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CHALK CREEK - CHAFFEE WITHIN WRIGHT’S LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CHARTIER POND - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15-April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are completed. CHEESMAN RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) REGULATIONS 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sun- set to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-30. CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15-April 15, or until walleye spawning operations are complete. CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH - EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. CIMARRON RIVER - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS - ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CLINE RANCH STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PARK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 13 �REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing CLINTON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. COCHETOPA CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. COLORADO RIVER - GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. MESA (MAPS, PAGES 15, 19, 27) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK. FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel 14 FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. COMO CREEK - BOULDER FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. CONEJOS RIVER - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CONNECTED LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. COOPER LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CORNELIUS CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 15 �2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY REGULATIONS The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. Cutthroat trout © CPW All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. CORRAL CREEK - SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CORRAL CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE - MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 35) FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. CRAWFORD RESERVOIR - DELTA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. CROSHO RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. CRYSTAL LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CRYSTAL RESERVOIR - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CULEBRA CREEK - COSTILLA FROM COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. CUNNINGHAM CREEK - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 16 DAIGRE LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. DEADMAN GULCH - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DEEP CREEK - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. DEEP CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DEER BEAVER CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. G NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. DILLON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Arctic char under 20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for Arctic char is 1, 20 inches long. DIVIDE CREEK, WEST - GARFIELD FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BROOK CREEK 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. DIXON LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOLORES RIVER - DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15- Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- ately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for brown trout. 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of DOTY PARK LAKE - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DePOORTER LAKE - SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOUG CREEK - MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: standing water line. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 17 �2015 Colorado Fishing DUKE LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. REGULATIONS EAGLE RIVER - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) REGULATIONS ELK CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: ELK RIVER - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH, AND MIDDLE FORKS) - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. EAST PASS CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. EAST RIVER - GUNNISON FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. ELKHEAD RESERVOIR - MOFFAT, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. FAIRGROUNDS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FORBES PARK LAKE - COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FORT MORGAN PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FOURMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FRASER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. FRASER RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. FALL CREEK - SAN MIGUEL ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 east of inlet buoy line. FAWN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FREEMAN RESERVOIR - MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 35) FISH CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FRENCH GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. ONLINE EATING YOUR CATCH? CHECK HEALTH ADVISORIES Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet. They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, test fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. Mercury in fish does not affect water quality. Lake recreation and the consumption of your city’s drinking water are both safe activities. Current advisories are online at: www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/FishCon/index.html. 18 FLORIDA RIVER - LA PLATA immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. FREY GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 19 �2015 Colorado Fishing FRYINGPAN RIVER - EAGLE, PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) G FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown REGULATIONS trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be re- turned to the water immediately. GEORGE CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GOAT CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1, 2, 3, AND 4 - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. REGULATIONS GREEN RIVER - MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GRIFFITH RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRIMES CREEK - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. GRIZZLY CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. GORE CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRAND LAKE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. All lake trout 26-36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. GRANDVIEW PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. GRANEROS CREEK - PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. GRASSY CREEK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. GREEN CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 20 GROSS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from 9 p.m.-4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG CREEK - DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR - DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GUNNISON RIVER - DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK - GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. �REGULATIONS GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK - DELTA, GUNNISON FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 2015 Colorado Fishing GOOD PLACES TO... 1. No bag or possession limit for channel HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) - catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. BENT, OTERO GYPSUM PONDS STATE WILDLIFE AREA - HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies FISH FOR KOKANEE » HAHN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. © CPW » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Lake Granby, Grand Co. » Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. » Sweetwater Lake, Garfield Co. or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. » Wolford Mountain Reservoir, returned to water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. Find where to catch a lunker: 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be HAMILTON CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HANGING LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Fishing prohibited. HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAPS, PAGES 19, 27) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited HAT CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG - FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. HEADACHE CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HEBERTON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. Grand Co. cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots HORSESHOE RESERVOIR - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15-May 31. REGULATIONS NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Fishing prohibited. HOTEL DRAW - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HUERFANO RIVER - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: HENRY RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HERMOSA CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CROSS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HIDDEN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HIGHLINE RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. HIMES CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HINE LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 - LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HUNT LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ILLINOIS RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) - MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. IN THE PORTION OF THE LAKE IN JACKSON LAKE STATE PARK NORTH OF THE BOAT RAMP: 1. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. JAYHAWKER PONDS - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND 2 MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permit- ted. 21 �2015 Colorado Fishing JIM CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. JOE WRIGHT CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) REGULATIONS FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR - BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. JUMBO RESERVOIR - LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. JUNIATA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KELLY LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KELSO CREEK - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. KENNEY RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 22 KERR LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. REGULATIONS KETNER LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LAKE JOHN - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. KITSON RESERVOIR - MESA LARAMIE RIVER - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. KOA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. LA PLATA RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. WITHIN HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LASKEY GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LESTER CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND 0.25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, LAGERMAN RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. LON HAGLER RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 18 inches long. LAKE ARBOR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LAKE CREEK - HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. LAKE DOROTHEY - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. LAKE FORK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. LAKE GRANBY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1-Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit 18 inches long. LONE PINE CREEK - LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. LONE TREE RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LONG DRAW RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LOS PINOS CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. LOS PINOS RIVER - HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD �REGULATIONS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel 2015 Colorado Fishing MEREDITH RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. GOOD PLACES TO... catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. MICHIGAN RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN BROWNLEE, MURPHY AND DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: LOST TRAIL CREEK - GUNNISON (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: LOWELL PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- MACK MESA RESERVOIR - MESA mediately. (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for large- MINERS CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. MAD CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. MITCHELL CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: MANCOS RIVER - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. mediately. © Brian Sullivan, CPW MAY CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. McCALL LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. McELMO CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. McKAY LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMURRY PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. McPHEE RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. ICE FISH IN JANUARY » MARTIN LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. REGULATIONS MIDDLE CREEK, EAST - SAGUACHE » Lake John, Jackson Co. » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. » Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. » Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. Learn how to ice-fish safely at cpw.state. co.us/learn/Pages/IceFishingSafety.aspx MEADOW CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEADOW CREEK, EAST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK - SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR - PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MONUMENT RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. MORRISON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. MORROW POINT RESERVOIR - GUNNISON, MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. MUDDY CREEK - SAN MIGUEL FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO WOODS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 23 �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing 24 REGULATIONS �REGULATIONS NASH CREEK - DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. 2015 Colorado Fishing NOLAN CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA - NATIVE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WITHIN BROWNLEE II OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: NAVAJO LAKE - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NAVAJO RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. AT THE NAVAJO STATE PARK BOAT RAMP AND MOORING COVE ONLY: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. NAVAJO RIVER - ARCHULETA, CONJEOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR - KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) - KIOWA NOTE: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NEWLIN CREEK - CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. NICKELSON CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NO NAME CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NORTH PLATTE RIVER - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH SHIELDS PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. NORTH TAYLOR CREEK - CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NORTHWATER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. OSIER CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PARVIN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PASS CREEK - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PASTURE CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PEARL LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) INCLUDING INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. PENNOCK CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE INTERSECTION WITH USFS TRAIL #928 (SIGNAL MOUNTAIN TRAIL): 1. Fishing prohibited. PETTY CREEK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PIEDRA RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): OVERLAND TRAIL POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PAONIA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. REGULATIONS NATE CREEK - OURAY 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK - MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 25 �REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA - EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT & SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SOUTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA - EL PASO, TELLER NOTE: As of April 1, 2014, these waters are closed. Please contact the Colorado Springs CPW office for updates on when they may open, (719) 227-5200. BOEHMER RESERVOIR, BOEHMER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. MASON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McREYNOLDS RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PIT D POND - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 26 POAGE LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. POOSE CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PORCUPINE LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE PONDS NO. 1- WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. POUDRE RIVER - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. PREWITT RESERVOIR - LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 27 �2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 4. Visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo REGULATIONS Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. PRONGER POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PROSPECT PARK LAKES - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND 3 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PUEBLO RESERVOIR - PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession, min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH - KIOWA NOTE: At publication, these reservoirs are dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. QUINCY RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Min. size for tiger muskie is 40 inches long. 5. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. RAMPART RESERVOIR - EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. 28 RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. RED LION STATE WILDLIFE AREA - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. RELAY CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RHODES GULCH - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS RIDGWAY RESERVOIR - OURAY 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 2. No bag, possession limit for smallmouth bass. RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAPS, PAGES 19, 27) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for small- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Bag, possession limit for yellow perch is 20. 4. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. RIO BLANCO LAKE - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches may be taken per day. RIO DE LOS PINOS - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. RIO GRANDE - HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEST FENCE OF MASONIC PARK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G FROM COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. RIO LADO CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIVERBEND PONDS NO.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. RIVER’S EDGE NATURAL AREA PONDS (BASS, DRAGONFLY, AND SANDPIPER) - LARIMER 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. ROAD BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. ROARING FORK CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. ROARING FORKS CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE - JACKSON WITHIN ODD FELLOWS OR MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ROARING FORK RIVER - PITKIN, GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE 29 �2015 Colorado Fishing CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, REGULATIONS 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. ROCK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROCK CREEK, LITTLE - MESA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAINT VRAIN CREEK (NORTH) - BOULDER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HORSE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF BUTTON ROCK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SAINT VRAIN STATE PARK - WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for bass is 1 in aggregate, 21 inches long. ROCK LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) ROCKY FORK CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR - TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RUBY JEWEL LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. SAGUACHE CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 30 REGULATIONS PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: SAN JUAN RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SAN MIGUEL RIVER - MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR - COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. SARVIS CREEK - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. SAWHILL PONDS - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALL PONDS EXCEPT 1 AND 1A: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. SCENERY POND - RIO BLANCO COLOROW MOUNTAIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SCHWACHHEIM CREEK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SECOND CREEK - DELTA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SEVERY CREEK - EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. SHEEP CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SHEEP CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. SIG CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SIG CREEK, EAST FORK - SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SILVER LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS SLOAN LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SODA CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER (MAPS, PAGES 28-29) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) G FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. STEARNS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. STEELMAN CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. SUMMIT RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sun- set to one-half hour before sunrise. SWAMP LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SWAN RIVER - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK - SUMMIT 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, (MAP, PAGE 12) 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. diately. 20 inches long. SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. SPRUCE CREEK NO. 1 - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 ROUTT FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: FROM CHATFIELD DAM DOWNSTREAM TO C-470: G STEAMBOAT LAKE - STEUBEN CREEK, WEST FORK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. STANDLEY LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. SPRING CREEK - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 16 inches long. STALKER LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SPRUCE CREEK NO. 3 - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. STAGECOACH RESERVOIR - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. No bag or possession limit for walleye. REGULATIONS SNELL CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2015 Colorado Fishing 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water imme- SWEITZER LAKE - DELTA 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. SYLVAN LAKE - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) IN INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. TAMARACK RANCH POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 31 �REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing TAYLOR RIVER - GUNNISON FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF TAYLOR STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. mediately. THREEMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIR - PROWERS 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TELLER LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TIMBERLINE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. TERROR CREEK, EAST FORK - DELTA TORSIDO CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TERROR CREEK (INCLUDING THE UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BELOW TERROR CREEK RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 32 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- THREE LICKS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. TOTTEN RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TRAPPER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TRAPPERS LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. TRINIDAD RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. TROUT CREEK - RIO BLANCO, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 4. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. TURQUOISE RESERVOIR - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. TUTTLE CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TWIN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR - BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER - OURAY FROM OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) - WELD 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. VALLECITO CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. VAUGHN RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. VIRGINIA LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WACKER PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA - MESA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of Feb. 33 �2015 Colorado Fishing WALTON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. REGULATIONS WANEKA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) - DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. WATSON LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. WEST CREEK - MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WEST CROSS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WHITE RIVER - RIO BLANCO (MAPS, PAGES 32, 33) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Get Outdoors REGULATIONS WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Northern pike 26-34 inches must be re- turned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND CR BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15- Nov. 30. WILLIAMS FORK RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. WILLIAMS GULCH - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) YAMPA RIVER - ROUTT, MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 35) FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immedi- WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) - MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Fishing prohibited. WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. WINDSOR RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WOLF CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WOLFORD MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Access, including for fishing, prohibited within 150 ft. of any kokanee spawning trap or wing net from Oct. 1-Dec. 1. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. ately. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 AND 3 - DELTA (MAP, PAGE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. YUMA CITY LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. Get Outdoors WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA - SAN MIGUEL Colorado Outdoors Magazine https://wildlifestore.state.co.us 34 WRIGHTS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �REGULATIONS 2015 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 35 �TROUT FAMILY » Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout. Pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger. TIGER TROUT Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. LAKE TROUT (Mackinaw) Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail. Hybrid between white bass and striped bass. WIPER LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides SMALLMOUTH BASS BASS TIGER MUSKIE Northern pike and muskie hybrid. Irregular dark colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout. » CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles BROOK TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background PIKE Purchase your 2015-2016 fishing license: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply More species identification information: cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification » BROWN TROUT Black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides RAINBOW TROUT Photo by © Dennis McKinney, CPW | All fish illustrations by © Joseph R. Tomelleri » [ YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins, large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides SAUGEYE Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins; tails do NOT have a white tip SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin, no white tip on tail, darker color WALLEYE Two separate dorsal fins; large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas, white-tipped tail CHANNEL CATFISH Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting. OTHER SPORTFISH IDENTIFICATION TIPS FOR COMMON GAME SPECIES KNOW YOUR COLORADO FISH » ] �! NEWARCTIC CHAR » release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. » TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and If you practice catch-and-release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. WHITE CRAPPIE Vertical bars on body, silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver body, dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail BLUEGILL Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays, small mouth REDEAR SUNFISH Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellow-green on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange. GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. » GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid removed while the fish is still in the water. SIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be » REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POS- Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edge keel behind the head it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. » WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it WATCH ONLINE RAZORBACK SUCKER COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head bit.ly/COFishRelease Watch an angler properly release a fish back into the water. See page 6 for a full list of protected species to be released. Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED HUMPBACK CHUB ! » TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold SUNFISH & CRAPPIE » KEEP FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. HOW TO RELEASE A FISH Use a pair of forceps, long-nosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern, males develop hook jaw and turn brick red KOKANEE SALMON Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and it does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH Large sail-like dorsal fin, silver body, small mouths and body. GRAYLING Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout. Tri-colored pelvic fins, slightly forked tails. SPLAKE Long, slender with small, pointed head; light spots on body; leading edge of lower fins are milk white; fine scales with smooth, slippery skin. » » �Printed for free distribution by Colorado Parks and Wildlife 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 cpw.state.co.us online brochure NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. It is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife area office or at cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/Regulations.aspx. For questions, call CPW at (303) 297-1192. Don’t forget your pass! Colorado State Parks offer 38 places to fish, 365 days a year Buy your state parks pass when you buy your fishing license or buy online at CPW.STATE.CO.US/FISH/BUYAPPLY � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/9ce84694bb0ee7c261d52b1324cae404.pdf 21f577f0fe549e641e3c734d5ec8cd4f PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2014 Colorado Fishing SeaSon: april 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015 online brochure cpw.state.co.us �2014 Colorado Fishing Table of ConTenTs licenses and Information ............................. 1 CPw offICe loCaTIons cpw.state.co.us • What’s New, license fees, season dates, Habitat Stamp Reference ................................................... 2-9 • Bag and possession limits ...............................................2 • State records ........................................................................3 • How to measure your catch .............................................3 • Online resources .................................................................4 • Illegal stocking ....................................................................5 • License, residency and disability requirements...........5 • Special conditions and restrictions ................................6 • Legal fishing methods, glossary of fishing terms .......7 • Fishery programs ...............................................................8 • Aquatic nuisance species, information for boaters, how to clean waders and gear ................9 Regulations ............................................ 10-35 Top Places To.... • Take kids fishing ................................................................13 • Fish for kokanee ................................................................21 • Ice fish in January .............................................................23 Maps • Wiper/White Bass & Walleye/Saugeye limits ..............2 • Upper Arkansas River......................................................11 • Blue River Basin ................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium ........15 • Conejos and Alamosa rivers .........................................17 • Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa .....................19 • Upper Poudre River Drainage .......................................24 • Upper Rio Grande Basin .................................................26 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers..................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield ...............28 • South Platte River: South Park ......................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker ............................32 • White River: Meeker to Utah state line ........................33 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig..............................35 fish Identification .................................. 36-37 onlY the offices below can assist hunters with animal checks and taking samples that are related to hunting activities. See the CPW website for a complete list of our 42 parks locations that can also sell licenses, issue duplicate licenses and accept licenses for refunds. bRush 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 gRand junCTIon 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 MonTRose 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 ColoRado sPRIngs 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 gunnIson 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Pueblo 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 denveR 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 hoT sulPhuR sPRIngs 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 salIda 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 duRango 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 laMaR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 sTeaMboaT sPRIngs 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 (970) 870-2197 foRT CollIns 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 MeekeR 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 glenwood sPRIngs 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 MonTe vIsTa 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 adMInIsTRaTIon 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 lIfe haCk: bookMaRk ThIs bRoChuRe on YouR sMaRTPhone. bit.ly/coloradofishing Printed for free distribution by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 cpw.state.co.us Editor: Amy Bulger | Cover photo by © Denver Bryan. Photo insets by © CPW. fIshIng InfoRMaTIon & CondITIons: NOTE: Drought conditions are affecting the Eastern Plains. These recorded updates and the CPW website have current conditions for waters in the following areas of the state: Statewide ..................................... (303) 291-7534 Metro Denver/Foothills ........... (303) 291-7535 Northeast Colorado.................. (303) 291-7536 Northwest Colorado................. (303) 291-7537 Southeast Colorado ................. (303) 291-7538 Southwest Colorado ................ (303) 291-7539 Fish Stocking Reports .............. (303) 291-7531 boaT RegIsTRaTIon: Boat registration information can be found online at: cpw.state.co.us/fish/boatregistration RePoRT oIl sPIlls: To report an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24-hour hotline at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, 1-877-518-5608. Printed March 2014 by Publication Printers, Denver. 320,000 copies. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director: Robert Broscheid The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission members are (as of Feb. 2014): Bill Kane, chairman • Mark Smith, vice chairman • Christopher Castilian, secretary • Robert Bray, member • Jeanne Horne, member • Gaspar Perricone, member • James Pribyl, member • John Singletary, member • James Vigil, member • Dean Wingfield, member • Michelle Zimmerman, member • Mike King, ex officio member • John Salazar, ex officio member CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Complete Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices listed above and online at cpw.state.co.us/fish/regulations. Printed on 30% recycled paper. Please recycle this brochure. �2014 Colorado Fishing geT YouR lICense » Online: cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply » By phone: 1-800-244-5613 » In person at: CPW offices, state parks, or license agents fee » habitat stamp ............................................$10 Required for residents and nonresidents, ages 18-64. Add this to license fees below if you have not yet purchased a 2014 Habitat Stamp. ResIdenTs » Adult annual (ages 16-63).....................................$26 » Senior annual (64 and older).................................. $1 For senior lifetime low-income licenses, see page 5 » Small Game & Fishing combo ............................$41 nonResIdenTs » Annual ........................................................................$56 » Five-day ......................................................................$21 YouTh » Resident and nonresident younger than age 16 (second-rod charge still applies) ........fRee ResIdenTs & nonResIdenTs » Second-rod stamp .................................................... $5 The second-rod stamp is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16. (See page 5) » One-day fishing ......................................................... $9 » Additional-day fishing............................................. $5 Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. Prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. whaT You need To buY a lICense 1. Current and valid photo ID 2. For residents, proof of residency (see page 5) 3. Habitat Stamp (see at right) 4. A Social Security Number is required for new customers ages 16 and older Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an affidavit and paying a fee. See “License Requirements” on page 5. season daTes Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10-35. fRee fIshIng daYs Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 7-8, 2014. All other rules and regulations apply. ditional cutthroat waters. These are now protected with those same regulations. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters.” gold Medal waTeR added — A new 102-mile section of the Arkansas River has been designated a Gold Medal Water. It runs from the confluence of the Lake Fork of the Arkansas to Parkdale. Waters with this label are the highest quality cold-water habitats for fish and contain a specified number of fish per acre. See pages 8 and 10. [ new fIsh IdenTIfICaTIon seCTIon — Check Photo by © Dennis IDENTIFIC ATION TIPS Purcha se your More species 2014-2015 fishing identifi license cation online inform at cpw.st ation is ate.co. online us/buy at cpw.st apply ate.co. us/Fish ing/Sp TROUT FAMILY CPW PIKE RAINBO W TROUT Black out our improved fish identification section in the back of this brochure. See pages 36-37. nonResIdenT bIg-gaMe hunTeRs also geT a fIshIng lICense — All nonresidents McKinney, spots body and on a light red stripe along sides doloRes RIveR bRown TRouT — KNOW YOUR CO LORADO FOR COM MON GAM FIS E SPECIES H » annual lICenses aRe valId aPRIl 1, 2014-MaRCh 31, 2015 Brown trout now live in self-sustaining populations below McPhee dam. The bag and possession limits for browns have been lifted from Bradfield Bridge to the Utah state line. See page 18. eciesID /Pages /FishID .aspx NORTH Horizont ERN PIKE al rows of light-colo red round/ov al spots, on dark CHANN Barbels EL CATFIS H sporadic(whiskers ); forked black spotting. tail; BASS CUTTH ROAT (NATIV E) TROUT WALLE YE TIGER NorthernMUSKIE pike and light backgrou muskie hybrid. nd; long Irregular snout. dark colored vertical markings Two separate fins; large, dorsal well-deve canine loped teeth and large eyes with milky corneas, white-tip ped tail on a SMALL MOUTH Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the spottinglower jaw; heavier towards the tail. Upper jaw BASS beyond does not extend eye and has vertical fish stripes usually along sides SAUGE R Spotted dorsal fin, no white tip on tail, darker color LAKE TROUT Has a white, (Mackina w) pattern irregular spot veriform on dark body; back andmarkings over other trout, head. Unlike they deeply indented have a tail fin. TIGER Cross between TROUT a brown trout and a Pronounbrook trout. ced stripes resemblin on body, g a tiger. LARGEM Upper jaw OUTH BASS eye and extends beyond often has stripe extendin horizonta of body g the length l SAUGE Walleye- YE sauger hybrid with black mottling on body; marks black color between sal fins; dorhave a tails do NOT white tip WIPER Hybrid between and striped white bass bass. YELLOW GREEN than a extend trout’s and it does to the eye, below the centernot as it does of on a trout KOKAN EE SALMO HOW TO REL EASE A REDEA HUMPB (ear flap) and a dark is dark to its edge dorsal fin blotch at rays, small the back of mouth BLACK BONYT AIL CHUB Slight hump long, narrow and a tail If you plan to practic while fishing e , follow catch-and-rele the fish these ase returns damag to the watersteps to ensure e. be returneAny fish you plan with minima l d to the to release water immed MUST IS iately. release ESSENTIAL. Quickly fish. A fish play and will be too exhaus played for too long ted to recove » KEEP FISH r. possible. IN THE WATER as much as Yellow PeRCh aT sPInneY — An increase of yellow perch in Spinney Mountain Reservoir has the potential to knock the natural food chain off balance. So the bag and possession limit has been lifted on yellow perch to keep the population under control. See page 31. CRAPP Black splotches IE dorsal spines on a silver body, and as they approach rays get longer the tail WHITE Vertical CRAPPIE bars on color with body, green or silver shades brown along back; along sides dark bars with a white belly COLOR ADO PIKEMI Adults may NNOW be green-gr on backs ay to bronze to white and silver along sides and bottoms RAZOR Bronze BACK SUCKER fish withto yellow sharp-ed a ge keel behind the head who purchase a big-game license in Colorado now receive a combination big-game/ fishing license. The annual fishing license if good from the time you purchase your big-game license through March 2015. You can continue using your fishing license after harvesting a big-game animal, as long as the carcass tag is the only part of the license detached while hunting. The rest of the license must remain intact. » TIME WESTER N SLOPE THAT MUS NAT T BE RELE IVE FISH ASED Anglers may possib the Colora do River ly catch these to the water Basin. These species unharm fish must if fishing in ed as quickly See page be 6 for a full as possib returned list of protect le. ed species to be release d. Green to ACK CHUB white withsilver and an abrupt behind hump the head BLUEGI Opercle LL At the end N third of their females summer, develop a pattern, red-gray-white males hook jaw and turn develop brick red HOW TO REMOV SAFELY E HOOK S ! SUNFIS Olive-col H rounded ored body with pectoral short, fins with yellow trim Similar R SUNFISH on top to bluegill, but and lighter with belly; males yellow-grdark colors (ear flap), have cherry-re een on females d operclethe have orange. MOUNT AIN Mouth WHITEFISH is smaller Use a pair hook-o of forceps, long-n ut If the to quickly, efficien osed pliers tly remove or a purpos line as fish is hooked close to fish — the hookdeep in the throatthe hook. ely made it or stomac set hook could do more as possible and leave h, cut than leaving damag the hook the it where e trying to remove in it is. a deeplythe PERCH Two separate fins, large dorsal dark stripesvertical yellow sides on SUNFISH & CRAPPI E SPLAKE Cross between trout and a brook Tri-colore a lake trout. slightly d pelvic fins, forked tails. GRAYLI Large sail-like NG silver dorsal fin, mouthsbody, small and body. ] OTHER SPORTF ISH backgrou nd BROWN Spotting TROUT made pattern is spots and up of black red-oran ge spots light blue inside circles Pectoral, BROOK TROUT pelvic often orange,and anal fins black and edged with dark with white; body white and is spots inside red blue circles RefeRenCe WHAT’S nEW2014 lICense fees FISH » REMOV E POSSIB THE HOOK AS LE. often be Single barblesQUICKLY AS » TO REVIVE the water.removed while s hooks can the fish AN hold it is still in » GENTL uprigh UNCON E HAND fish forwar t in the SCIOUS FISH Avoid squeez LING IS water. Move ESSENT water runs d and backw ing or putting the fingers IAL. in take a few through the ard so that your best to the gills or eye gills. This hold a struggle, minutes. When may fish gently sockets. It's by the release it begins area in by its it. » WHEN front of to PHOTO the tail. belly or GRAPH it horizon ING A FISH, fish. Do tally and do not squeez hold not put or hold it vertica your hands in e the its gills l by its gills. WATCH ONL www.bit.ly/ COFishRele new PRoTeCTed CuTThRoaT TRouT waTeRs — On the catchable meter, native cutthroat trout rank among the highest. not too finicky, they are more than willing to strike flies, which makes them an exciting target for anglers and makes them susceptible to overharvesting. Most streams in Colorado where these native fish reside are already protected as catch-and-release waters with tackle restrictions of artificial flies and lures only. This year, CPW has identified 30 ad- INE: ase Watch an angler proper ly release a back into fish the water. walleYe aT sTageCoaCh — Walleye populations at Stagecoach Reservoir have grown since being illegally introduced there in 2000. To ensure other species are not threatened, the bag and possession limit has been lifted. See page 31. buRboT waRnIng — Burbot is a fish species that has damaged fisheries in neighboring states. Although it has not been captured in Colorado, it could move up- or downriver from other states. If you catch a burbot in Colorado, report it to CPW and provide either a photograph or the dead specimen. As with all prohibited species, burbot may not be transported live. They must be killed immediately if kept. You may possess an unlimited number of them, as long as they are not alive. Burbot illustration by © Joe Tomelleri habITaT sTaMP InfoRMaTIon 1. Anyone 18-64 MUST purchase a stamp in order to buy or apply for a preference point or buy a hunting or fishing license. 2. Stamps are $10 and are nonrefundable. Only one is required per person per year, valid April 1-March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. 3. eXeMPTIons: Anyone with a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small-game hunting and fishing license, or those approved for the Big-Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program are exempt. See cpw.state.co.us/fish/accessibility for details about those programs. 1 �reFerenCe sTaTewIde bag & PossessIon lIMITs ReadIng The lIMITs ChaRT Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. fIshIng In sTaTe PaRks and naTIonal PaRks Fishing is available at 38 of Colorado’s 42 state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the CPW Park Finder for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply where you’re going: cpw.state. co.us/fish/parkfinder. national parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain national Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/ fishing.htm. STATEWIDE LIMITS daIlY bag lIMIT TRouT, aRCTIC ChaR, gRaYlIng, salMon Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. PossessIon lIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. MaP: wIPeR/whITe bass and walleYe/saugeYe bag lIMITs The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and north Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the “Statewide Limits” chart at right for details. Type of fish (except kokanee) in aggregate* see “sPeCIal RegulaTIons foR fIshIng waTeRs” seCTIon foR waTeRs wITh MoRe ResTRICTIve lIMITs. Pages 10-35. RefeRenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing Daily mit Possession bag li limit 4 8 Trout include brook, brown, cutbow, cutthroat, golden, lake, rainbow, splake and tiger trout bRook TRouT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) kokanee salMon angling, snagging or archery walleYe, saugeYe, saugeR 10 10 10 10 5 5 10 10 5 5 10 10 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 20 unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* bass: laRgeMouTh, sMallMouTh, sPoTTed in aggregate* bass: whITe, sTRIPed, wIPeR Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* CaTfIsh: Channel, flaThead, blue in aggregate* CRaPPIe: whITe, blaCk in aggregate* bluegIll, hYbRId bluegIll, gReen sunfIsh, RedeaR sunfIsh, PuMPkInseed sunfIsh in aggregate* Yellow PeRCh West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide TIgeR MuskIe at least 36 inches long noRTheRn PIke, whITefIsh, unlimited bullhead sPeCkled daCe, sCulPIn unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRaYfIsh (crawdads), bullfRogs unlimited unlimited 50 50 aquaTIC TIgeR salaMandeR laRvae (gilled and less than 5 inches long) * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 2 �reFerenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing sPeCIes 2003 loCaTIon weIghT lengTh and county lbs. - ozs. in inches Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 34 angleR Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins Tiger 2005 Private pond, Park 4-15 21.5 Gene Hacker Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 1976 Private lake, Lincoln 20-1 32.75 Joe Poss Flathead 2011 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 15-6 32.25 David Parker Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez Striped 2009 C.F.&I. Res. No. 2, Pueblo 15-11 34.25 Manuel Aguilar Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Redear 2010 Stalker Lake, Yuma 5.9 oz. 7.875 William Noble Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 1988 Hollenbeck Res., Mesa 2-4 11.5 Jared Barley CRaPPIe Green White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch CaRP & suCkeRs sunfIsh bass PeRCh PIke CaTfIsh salMon TRouT Rainbow YeaR Grass Carp 2013 Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson 57-13 47 Brian Husmann Common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.65 23.375 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1 35 Jay Grupp n/a sTaTe ReCoRds PRogRaM Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at cpw.state. co.us/fish/records. An award program is also offered for catchand-release anglers. Go to: cpw.state.co.us/fish/ lengthrecords. RefeRenCe sTaTe ReCoRds bY weIghT how To MeasuRe YouR CaTCh Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). awaRd-qualIfYIng lengThs foR CaTCh & Release species length (inches) Arctic char ................... 18 Black bullhead ........... 14 Blue catfish ................. 30 Bluegill.......................... 10 Brook trout.................. 16 Brown trout ................ 22 Channel catfish ......... 30 Common carp............ 30 Crappie......................... 15 Cutbow trout ............. 22 Cutthroat trout .......... 20 Golden trout............... 16 Grass carp.................... 30 Grayling........................ 15 Kokanee ....................... 20 species length (inches) Lake trout .................... 32 Largemouth bass ..... 18 Northern pike ............ 36 Pumpkinseed ............. 8 Rainbow trout............ 24 Redear sunfish ........... 12 Saugeye ....................... 26 Smallmouth bass...... 17 Splake ........................... 20 Striped bass ................ 28 Tiger muskie............... 40 Walleye ......................... 26 White bass................... 17 Wiper............................. 25 Yellow perch............... 12 3 �RefeRenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing reFerenCe Go Fish, Colorado Style ColoRado fIshIng aTlas log on to click on any water in the state and find out: » what fish live there » fishing pressure » stocking details » driving directions » and more! 1 a a b onlIne. fRee. 2 p h 3 o o s E fi 4 r O A d fInd YouR PeRfe PeRfeCT feCT fIshIng hole cpw.state.co.us/fish/fishingatlas 5 Brown trout photo © Dennis McKinney, CPW We’ll get you hooked 4 Ready to learn how to fish? Sign up today! You’re never too old to learn the art of angling. cpw.state.co.us/fish/clinics C olora do Parks and Wi ld li fe o m l t H r n 6 r p a n v 7 �reFerenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing Illegally moving fish from one river or lake to another can wipe out fisheries, take away fishing opportunities and waste angler dollars. Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. CPW officials are taking additional steps to combat this destructive activity. whY Illegal sToCkIng Is a PRobleM © CPW Stocking waters with fish, unwanted aquatic pets or other species is illegal and can damage a water system. • Biologists have stopped stocking fish in some lakes because illegally introduced fish eat most or all of the stocked fish. This wastes your license dollars. • Illegally stocked fish compete for food and space with the fish that belong in lakes and streams. This can change the whole ecology of RePoRT IT! R If you have information about illegal stocking activity, contact oPeRaTIon gaMe ThIef. oP You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. game.thief@state.co.us or call 1-877-265-6648 the system and lessen the quality of fishing overall. • Once an illegally stocked fish population has become established, the only recourse is to start over by treating the lake to kill all the fish. Treatments can cost millions of dollars. It also requires money that could be spent on improving fishing opportunities for anglers like you. • Illegally moving fish from one water to another can spread disease. Some of these, such as whirling disease, can cost millions of dollars to combat. RefeRenCe ! PRoTeCT YouR fIsheRIes agaInsT Illegal sToCkIng whaT You Can do • Do not move fish from one body of water to another. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live bait is restricted in the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. • On waters that have no bag and possession limits on certain species, you are encouraged to keep those fish. “no-bag” limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked or are no longer desired. • Report illegal stocking activity to Operation Game Thief. lICense RequIReMenTs 1. adulTs — People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited in this brochure. 2. YouTh — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 3. senIoRs — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a CPW location or license agent for $1, which consists of the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. a. Free lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. 4. seCond-Rod sTaMP — Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 5. CoMMeRCIal lICense — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. ChIld suPPoRT delInquenCY — State law requires a Social Security number to buy a license. It is provided, if requested, to Child Support Enforcement authorities. Licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Current licenses are invalid if held by a person noncompliant with child support. 7. aRMed foRCes eXeMPTIon — Colorado resi- dents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. ResIdenCY qualIfICaTIons These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing or hunting license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except no. 3 and no. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or Colorado ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a fishing license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a fishing license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required six month period. 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status, national Guard or government contractors. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in no. 3 and no. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. dIsabIlITY lICenses You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/ Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. 5 �RefeRenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing sPeCIal CondITIons and ResTRICTIons 1. CaTCh and Release — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. soMe PRohIbITed fIshIng MeThods InClude — Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PRohIbITed sPeCIes — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, or release: burbot, piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, sticklebacks, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfins, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, new Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. Any person who takes fish species listed above may possess them in unlimited number for personal use, as long as the fish are killed prior to transporting from the point where they were taken. 4. use and ColleCTIon of baIT fIsh — a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, 6 reFerenCe in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live baitfish from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio ThReaTened, endangeRed and nongaMe sPeCIes If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT Is Illegal To Take oR use The followIng: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, and wood frog. Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. bullfRogs and salaMandeRs — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRusTaCeans — Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. Taking crustaceans, crayfish, with a commercial fishing license is allowed with the following restrictions: The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)); crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately; all set pots and traps must be labeled with the licensee’s name, address and license number. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. Mollusks — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. ICe fIshIng — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. no litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. ReleasIng Tagged fIsh — It is il- legal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. donaTIng fIsh — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRansPoRTIng, eXPoRTIng fIsh — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. Illegal Take and TRansfeR of fIsh — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. eMeRgenCY ClosuRe of fIshIng waTeRs — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of the following criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PRoTeCTed waTeRs — Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters, and the integrity of aquatic wildlife populations. 12. eMeRgenCY PublIC salvage — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. fIshIng ConTesTs — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. �reFerenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing glossaRY of fIshIng TeRMs » aRTIfICIal flIes and luRes means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » baIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » ChuMMIng is placing fish, parts of fish or other feeding material in the waters for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken. This does not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » CoMMon hook is any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » fIshIng is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » floaT Tube means a floating mouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; Sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. » gIg is a barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. » jugs means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. » MInnow means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See page 6 and Chapter 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. » naTuRal sTReaM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » neT means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PeRsonallY aTTended lIne means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » sIze oR lengTh means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » new! gaMe fIsh means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; cutbow (rainbow/ cutthroat hybrids), splake (lake trout/ brook trout hybrids), and tiger trout (brown/brook trout hybrids); Arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, large- » seInIng means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » snaggIng is the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TRoTlIne is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. 1. one PeRsonallY aTTended lIne Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TRoTlInes RefeRenCe legal fIshIng MeThods a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, navajo, nee Gronda, nee noshe, nee So Pah, Queens (north and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. no one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Trotlines shall be tagged with the user’s name, CID number and date set. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. jugs a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, nee Gronda, nee noshe, nee So Pah, Queens (north and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the owner or user’s name and CID number. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. undeRwaTeR sPeaRfIshIng, aRCheRY and gIgs Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Recreation Lands brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10-35. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the national Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. snaggIng is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. seInes and CasT-neTs a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger sala- mander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 6. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. bY hand oR wITh dIP neTs a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 6. 8. lIveTRaPs Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish or for personal consumption. 9. aRTIfICIal lIghT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. baIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. 7 �RefeRenCe 2014 Colorado Fishing reFerenCe fIsheRY PRogRaMs sTReaM suRveYs helP bIologIsTs Manage fIshIng MasTeR angleR PRogRaM gold Medal waTeRs Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: gold Medal sTReaMs Photo © CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community More about rather than a single species. how fishery biologists The colsample fish: lected data is cpw.state.co.us/fish/ used to track management fish population trends, evaluate the Fishery data for effectiveness some of your favorite of manageColorado waters: ment actions cpw.state.co.us/fish/ such as fisherydata stocking and regulations, and establish realistic management goals for a given lake or stream. The fisheries section of CPW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High- priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5-10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 8 anIMas RIveR: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge aRkansas RIveR: From the confluence with the Lake Fork of the Arkansas, near Leadville, downstream to Parkdale at the Hwy. 50 bridge crossing above the Royal Gorge. blue RIveR: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River ColoRado RIveR: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek fRYIngPan RIveR: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River goRe CReek: From Red Sandstone Creek to This “G” Eagle River next to a gunnIson RIveR: From 200 yards downbody of stream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the north water on pages Fork of the Gunnison 10-35 signifies noRTh PlaTTe RIveR: From south boundary that as a Gold of Routt national Forest to Wyoming (northMedal Water. gate Canyon) RIo gRande: From Hwy. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion wIld TRouT & structure gold Medal RoaRIng foRk RIveR: From the Fryingpan waTeRs PolICY River to the Colorado River cpw.state.co. g souTh PlaTTe RIveR: » From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet us/fish/gold medal policy » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence gold Medal lakes noRTh delaneY buTTe lake in Jackson County sPInneY MounTaIn ReseRvoIR in Park County sTeaMboaT lake in Routt County The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to cpw.state.co.us/fish/ masterangler. wIld TRouT PRogRaM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. d R A i s l e t b v H f �- n M 2014 Colorado Fishing aquaTIC nuIsanCe sPeCIes don’T leT InvasIve sPeCIes RuIn YouR favoRITe fIshIng sPoT Aquatic nuisance Species (AnS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. AnS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most AnS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of AnS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, new Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new AnS from entering our state by following these guidelines: ! RePoRT IT! R If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to CPW by emailing Reportans@state.co.us Report or call (303) 291-7295. 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cool© CPW ing systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic hold water. nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the CPW office in Denver or Grand Junction (listed on the inside cover of this brochure) Monday-Friday for a free professional AnS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. dIsInfeCTIng YouR geaR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: RefeRenCe e reFerenCe oPTIon 1 — Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with 1:15 of Sparquat 256 institutional cleaner (3.1% concentration) (or other comparable institutional cleaning compound) and water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. oPTIon 2 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. oPTIon 3 — Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. oPTIon 4 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. MoRe on InvasIve sPeCIes cpw.state.co.us/fish/invasivespecies aTTenTIon boaTeRs AnS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for AnS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: cpw.state.co.us/ fish/boatinspections. RusTY CRaYfIsh: aggRessIve and oPPoRTunIsTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: cpw.state. co.us/fish/ rustycrayfish » PReYIng on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » CoMPeTIng aggressively for habitat and food » desTRoYIng productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. lIve TRansPoRT PRohIbITed fRoM waTeRs wesT of The ConTInenTal dIvIde All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. aT sanChez ReseRvoIR swa Rusty crayfish were discovered last year at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. 9 �2014 Colorado Fishing reGULATIOnS sPeCIal RegulaTIons foR fIshIng waTeRs Gold Medal Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy g =trout fishing. See page 8 for details. RegulaTIons Red waTeR naMes = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that water have changed since last year. The followIng waTeRs and CPw PRoPeRTIes have MoRe ResTRICTIve fIshIng RegulaTIons Than sTandaRd bag and PossessIon lIMITs, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 2) apply. aTTenTIon! This brochure includes fishing regulations, such as bag and possession limits. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult CPW’s State Recreation Lands brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. abRaMs CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. anIMas RIveR - la PlaTa g PDFs of the maps in the brochure are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field! cpw.state.co.us/fish/maps fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh lIghTneR CReek To The RIveRa CRossIng bRIdge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh heRMosa CReek downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. anTeloPe CReek, wesT - gunnIson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. anTeRo ReseRvoIR - PaRk (map, pagE 29) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. aPaChe CReek, noRTh and souTh foRks - hueRfano fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY: 1. Fishing prohibited. adaMs CounTY faIRgRounds lakes (PublIC woRks and Mann-nYholT lakes) - adaMs 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. aRaPahoe bend naTuRal aRea (bass, beaveR, CoRMoRanT, and snaPPeR Ponds) - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. adobe CReek ReseRvoIR (blue lake) - aRaPaho CReek - gRand (map, pagE 15) benT, kIowa 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. agnes lakes (uPPeR and loweR lakes) - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. akRon CITY lake - washIngTon 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. albeRTa PaRk ReseRvoIR - MIneRal (map, pagE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. fRoM MonaRCh lake downsTReaM To usfs Rd. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. aRChuleTa CReek - saguaChe wIThIn The CoCheToPa sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea (snYdeR RanCh) downsTReaM fRoM doMe lakes sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. aRkansas RIveR - Chaffee, lake (map, pagE 11) g 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 10 ! fIshIng MaPs aRe onlIne aMeRICan lakes (snow and MIChIgan lakes) - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. g fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The lake foRk of The aRkansas downsTReaM To PaRkdale aT The hwY. 50 bRIdge CRossIng above The RoYal goRge. fRoM The u.s. 24 RIveR oveRPass downsTReaM To The loweR boundaRY of The haYden RanCh, as PosTed: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. aRkansas RIveR - Chaffee, fReMonT, Pueblo fRoM The sToCkYaRd bRIdge (Chaffee CR 102) below salIda downsTReaM 7.5 MIles To The ConfluenCe wITh badgeR CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. g 2. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. wIThIn The Pueblo ReseRvoIR sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. fRoM The bRIdge aT valCo Ponds downsTReaM To Pueblo blvd. (eXCePT aT Pueblo naTuRe CenTeR as PosTed): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. aRkansas RIveR, MIddle foRk of The souTh aRkansas - Chaffee fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To boss lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. augusToRa CReek - aRChuleTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. auRoRa (senaC) ReseRvoIR - aRaPahoe 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. baRd CReek - CleaR CReek fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The wesT foRk of CleaR CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. baRkeR ReseRvoIR - bouldeR 1. Ice fishing prohibited. �2014 Colorado Fishing baRR lake - adaMs 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. beaR CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The Conejos RIveR: RegulaTIons d reGULATIOnS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. beaR CReek - el Paso fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To gold CaMP Road: 1. Fishing prohibited. beaR CReek - jeffeRson fRoM The base of eveRgReen lake daM downsTReaM To beaR CReek ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow and cutbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout and cutbow must be returned to water immediately. beaR CReek - MonTezuMa fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh The doloRes RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. beaR CReek ReseRvoIR - jeffeRson 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. beaR RIveR - gaRfIeld, RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. beaveR CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. beaveR CReek - gunnIson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. beaveR CReek - MIneRal 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. beaveR CReek ReseRvoIR - RIo gRande (map, pagE 26) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. beaveR CReek, wesT - gunnIson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. bIg bend CReek - la PlaTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. bIg CReek lake (loweR) - jaCkson 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. bIg ThoMPson Ponds - laRIMeR 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. bIg hole CReek - eagle (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. bIg ThoMPson RIveR - laRIMeR bIg lake - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The base of olYMPus daM aT lake esTes downsTReaM To bRIdge aT walTonIa: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. blaCk CanYon - san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 11 �2014 Colorado Fishing reGULATIOnS 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. blaCk hollow CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) RegulaTIons fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The PoudRe RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. blanCa wIldlIfe habITaT aRea (blM Ponds) - alaMosa 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. blanCo RIveR - aRChuleTa fRoM The blanCo dIveRsIon daM downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The san juan RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. blue Mesa ReseRvoIR - gunnIson 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. no bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 38 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted nov. 1-Dec. 31. blue RIveR - gRand, suMMIT (map, pagE 12) g gold Medal waTeRs fRoM dIllon ReseRvoIR daM To gReen MounTaIn ReseRvoIR InleT fRoM The noRTh InleT aT suMMIT CR 3 (CoYne valleY Road 3 MIles noRTh of bReCkenRIdge) downsTReaM To dIllon ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. fRoM dIllon daM downsTReaM To noRTh CITY lIMITs of sIlveRThoRne: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM noRTh CITY lIMITs of sIlveRThoRne downsTReaM To Colo. 9 bRIdge oveR The blue RIveR aT blue RIveR sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. fRoM Colo. 9 bRIdge oveR The blue RIveR aT blue RIveR sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea downsTReaM To gReen MounTaIn ReseRvoIR InleT: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. fRoM gReen MounTaIn ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM To The ColoRado RIveR: g 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. bobTaIl CReek - gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The denveR waTeR boaRd dIveRsIon: 12 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. bonnY ReseRvoIR - YuMa noTe: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. no bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. boss lake - Chaffee 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. bouldeR CReek - bouldeR fRoM The uPPeR end of eben fIne PaRk (wIThIn bouldeR CITY lIMITs) downsTReaM To 55Th sTReeT: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. boYd lake - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. �reGULATIOnS 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 2014 Colorado Fishing good PlaCes To... bRush CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) ChaTfIeld ReseRvoIR - douglas, fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The eagle RIveR uPsTReaM foR 2.5 MIles: jeffeRson (map, pagE 28) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches In The sYlvan lake InleT and uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: bRush hollow ReseRvoIR - fReMonT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. bull basIn ReseRvoIR no. 1 - Mesa (map pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. bull CReek ReseRvoIRs no. 1, no. 2 and ConneCTIng Channels - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. buRgess CReek - gaRfIeld, RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. buTTon RoCk (RalPh PRICe) ReseRvoIR - bouldeR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited nov. 1-April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call (303) 651-8649 for details. CabIn CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 32) fRoM TRaPPeRs lake uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited. CanYon CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) fRoM noRTh sIde of I-70 bRIdge downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-nov. 30. CaRneRo CReek: MIddle, noRTh and souTh - saguaChe (map, pagE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CaRTeR CReek - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CaRTeR lake - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be Take kIds fIshIng » Chipeta Lake, Montrose Co. » Corn Lake, Mesa Co. » Fairplay Beach, Park Co. » Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. » Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. » Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. » Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. » Monument Lake, El Paso Co. » St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. » West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: cpw.state.co.us/fish/take kidsfishing long. 3. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 4. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CasCade CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CasCade CReek - hueRfano fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY: 1. Fishing prohibited. CasTle CReek - la PlaTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CaT CReek - RIo gRande, Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CaT CReek, noRTh and souTh foRks - RIo gRande (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CaTaRaCT CReek - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Chalk CReek - Chaffee wIThIn wRIghT’s lake sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. RegulaTIons bRush CReek, wesT - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-nov. 30. ChaRTIeR Pond - MoRgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. CheesMan ReseRvoIR - douglas, jeffeRson (map, pagE 28) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reser- voir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-30. CheRRY CReek ReseRvoIR - aRaPahoe 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. CheYenne CReek, noRTh - el Paso, TelleR fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To gold CaMP Road: 1. Fishing prohibited. CIMaRRon RIveR - MonTRose 1. Snagging kokanee permitted nov. 1-Dec. 31. CleaR CReek - Chaffee (map, pagE 11) fRoM The gaugIng sTaTIon (aPPRoXIMaTelY 0.5 of a MIle above CleaR CReek ReseRvoIR) downsTReaM To CleaR CReek ReseRvoIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CleaR CReek - la PlaTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CleaR CReek holdIng Ponds - adaMs 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. CleaR CReek ReseRvoIR - Chaffee (map, pagE 11) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CleaR lake - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 13 �reGULATIOnS RegulaTIons 2014 Colorado Fishing ClIne RanCh swa - PaRk 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ClInTon ReseRvoIR - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. CoCheToPa CReek - saguaChe wIThIn CoCheToPa sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea (snYdeR RanCh): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ColoRado RIveR - gaRfIeld, eagle, gRand, Mesa (maps, pagEs 15, 19, 27) g gold Medal waTeRs fRoM fRaseR RIveR To TRoublesoMe CReek. fRoM lake gRanbY daM downsTReaM To The u.s. 40 bRIdge aPPRoXIMaTelY 3 MIles wesT of hoT sulPhuR sPRIngs: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The u.s. 40 bRIdge aPPRoXIMaTelY 3 MIles wesT of hoT sulPhuR sPRIngs downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh TRoublesoMe CReek (aPPRoXIMaTelY 5 MIles easT of kReMMlIng): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 14 fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The wIllIaMs foRk RIveR downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. fRoM ConfluenCe wITh TRoublesoMe CReek downsTReaM To I-70 eXIT 90 bRIdge aT RIfle (eXCludIng 50 YaRds uPsTReaM and downsTReaM of ConfluenCes wITh CanYon, gRIzzlY and no naMe CReeks): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM 50 YaRds uPsTReaM and downsTReaM of The ConfluenCes wITh CanYon, gRIzzlY and no naMe CReeks: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-nov. 30. ColoRado RIveR, noRTh foRk InCludIng shadow MounTaIn sPIllwaY gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM shadow MounTaIn daM sPIllwaY To lake gRanbY, InCludIng ColuMbIne baY To The TwIn CReek InleT: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CoMo CReek - bouldeR fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh noRTh bouldeR CReek: 1. Fishing prohibited. Conejos RIveR - Conejos (map, pagE 17) fRoM The loweR bRIdge aT Town of PlaToRo downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The souTh foRk of The Conejos RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. fRoM Menkhaven ResoRT downsTReaM To The uPPeR boundaRY of asPen glade CaMPgRound: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Conejos RIveR, lake foRk - Conejos (map, pagE 17) fRoM The headwaTeRs InCludIng bIg lake, downsTReaM To and InCludIng RoCk lake and ITs ouTleT: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ConneCTed lake - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. CooPeR lake - hInsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons 15 �2014 Colorado Fishing reGULATIOnS RegulaTIons CuTThRoaT TRouT: holdIng on To a legaCY Cutthroat trout © CPW CoRnelIus CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh geoRge CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CoRRal CReek - san juan fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh heRMosa CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. CunnInghaM CReek - PITkIn 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. daIgRe lake - hueRfano 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. CoRRal CReek - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. deadMan gulCh - RouTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CoTTonwood CReek, lITTle - MoffaT deeP CReek - la PlaTa (map, pagE 35) fRoM fReeMan ReseRvoIR uPsTReaM foR 0.25 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. CRawfoRd ReseRvoIR - delTa 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. no bag or possession limit for yellow perch. fRoM The fenCe on ToP of The CRawfoRd ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM To The noRTh boundaRY fenCe: 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. CRosho ReseRvoIR - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. CRYsTal lake - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CRYsTal ReseRvoIR - MonTRose 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CulebRa CReek - CosTIlla fRoM Colo. 159 bRIdge downsTReaM aPPRoXIMaTelY 3 MIles To The jaquez bRIdge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 16 The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in north America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. deeP CReek - san MIguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. deeR beaveR CReek - saguaChe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2.Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. delaneY buTTe lakes (noRTh, souTh, and easT) - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow, cutthroat and cutbow trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. g 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream noRTh delaneY buTTe lake: of standing water line. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PRoTeCTed CuTThRoaT waTeRs Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-nov. 15. souTh delaneY buTTe lake: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. dePooRTeR lake - sedgwICk 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. dIvIde CReek, wesT - gaRfIeld fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh bRook CReek 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. dIXon lake - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. doloRes RIveR - doloRes, Mesa, MonTezuMa, MonTRose, san MIguel fRoM ConfluenCe wITh wesT foRk of The doloRes RIveR downsTReaM To The sTandIng waTeR lIne of MCPhee ReseRvoIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except nov. 15- Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. fRoM MCPhee daM downsTReaM aPPRoXIMaTelY 11 MIles To The bRadfIeld bRIdge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM MCPhee daM downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. fRoM The bRadfIeld bRIdge downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for brown trout. doTY PaRk lake - MoRgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons 17 �2014 Colorado Fishing doug CReek - MonTRose 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RegulaTIons duke lake - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. eagle RIveR - eagle (map, pagE 14) fRoM The ConfluenCe of The easT foRk and The souTh foRk downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The I-70 eXIT 147 bRIdge In eagle downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. easT Pass CReek - saguaChe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. easT RIveR - gunnIson fRoM The uPsTReaM PRoPeRTY boundaRY aT The RoaRIng judY fIsh haTCheRY downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh The TaYloR RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. fRoM RoaRIng judY haTCheRY ouTleT downsTReaM To souTheRn RoaRIng judY sfu boundaRY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. eCho CanYon ReseRvoIR - aRChuleTa 1. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. elaIne T. valenTe oPen sPaCe lakes, noRTh lake - adaMs 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. eleven MIle ReseRvoIR - PaRk (map, pagE 29) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only reGULATIOnS 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 east of inlet buoy line. elk CReek - san MIguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. elk RIveR - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. elk RIveR (noRTh, souTh, and MIddle foRks) - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. elkhead ReseRvoIR - MoffaT, RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. eMeRald lakes (bIg and lITTle) - hInsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. In The lake CReek InleT foR 0.5 of a MIle above bIg eMeRald lake: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. evans CITY lake (RIveRsIde PaRk) - weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. faIRgRounds lake - bouldeR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. fall CReek - san MIguel fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To woods lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. fawn CReek - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. onlIne eaTIng YouR CaTCh? CheCk healTh advIsoRIes Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet. They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, test fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. Mercury in fish does not affect water quality. Lake recreation and the consumption of your city’s drinking water are both safe activities. Current advisories are online at: www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/fishCon/index.html. 18 fIsh CReek - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. floRIda RIveR - la PlaTa fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To leMon ReseRvoIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge easT of duRango downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The anIMas RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. foRbes PaRk lake - CosTIlla 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. foRT MoRgan Ponds - MoRgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. fouRMIle CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The RoaRIng foRk RIveR uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-nov. 30. fRank easeMenT Ponds (noRTh and souTh) - weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. fRaseR CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 32) fRoM TRaPPeRs lake uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited. fRaseR RIveR - gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh sT. louIs CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh sT. louIs CReek downsTReaM To The ColoRado RIveR: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fReeMan ReseRvoIR - MoffaT (map, pagE 35) wIThIn 50 YaRds on eITheR sIde of The InleT and uPsTReaM foR 0.25 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. fRenCh gulCh - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. fReY gulCh - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. fRYIngPan lakes no. 2 and no. 3 - PITkIn 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons 19 �2014 Colorado Fishing fRYIngPan RIveR - eagle, PITkIn (map, pagE 27) g fRoM RuedI daM downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The RoaRIng foRk RIveR, aPPRoXIMaTelY 14 MIles: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown RegulaTIons trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. geoRge CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh sheeP CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. goaT CReek - san MIguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. golden PaRk Ponds no. 1, 2, 3, and 4 - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. on golden PaRk Ponds no. 1 and no. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. goRe CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) g fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh Red sandsTone CReek downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The eagle RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. gRand lake - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. From Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. gRandvIew Ponds - adaMs 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. gRaneRos CReek - Pueblo fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY: 1. Fishing prohibited. gRassY CReek - san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. gReen CReek, lITTle - gRand, RouTT (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. gReen MounTaIn ReseRvoIR - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 20 reGULATIOnS gReen RIveR - MoffaT 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. gRIffITh ReseRvoIR - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. gRIMes CReek - la PlaTa fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The sTandIng waTeR lIne of valleCITo ReseRvoIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted nov. 15-Dec. 31. gRIzzlY CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-nov. 30. gRoss ReseRvoIR - bouldeR 1. Fishing prohibited from 9 p.m.-4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. gRoundhog CReek - doloRes fRoM gRoundhog ReseRvoIR uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. gRoundhog ReseRvoIR - doloRes In The nash CReek and gRoundhog CReek InleTs uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. gunnIson RIveR - delTa, gunnIson, MonTRose gold Medal waTeRs fRoM 200 YaRds downsTReaM of The CRYsTal ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM To noRTh foRk. g fRoM The ConfluenCe of The easT and TaYloR RIveRs downsTReaM To The u.s. 50 bRIdge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The ConfluenCe of The easT and TaYloR RIveRs downsTReaM To The sTandIng waTeR lIne of blue Mesa ReseRvoIR, InCludIng all TRIbuTaRY Canals and dIveRsIons: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted nov. 1-Dec. 31. fRoM blue Mesa daM downsTReaM foR 225 YaRds: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. fRoM The ClosuRe sIgns below blue Mesa daM downsTReaM To MoRRow PoInT ReseRvoIR daM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. fRoM MoRRow PoInT ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM foR 130 YaRds: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. fRoM The ClosuRe sIgn below MoRRow PoInT ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM To CRYsTal ReseRvoIR daM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. fRoM CRYsTal ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM foR 200 YaRds: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. fRoM 200 YaRds downsTReaM of The CRYsTal ReseRvoIR daM downsTReaM To The RelIef dITCh dIveRsIon (5 MIles above ausTIn bRIdge): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The sMITh foRk downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. gunnIson RIveR, lake foRk - gunnIson, hInsdale fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The waTeRfall aT sheRMan: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. fRoM fIRsT bRIdge CRossIng above lake san CRIsTobal downsTReaM To lake san CRIsTobal: 1. Artificial flies only. fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh hIgh bRIdge gulCh downsTReaM To The blM boundaRY below “The gaTe” CaMPgRound: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The blM boundaRY below “The gaTe” CaMPgRound To The ConfluenCe wITh CheRRY CReek: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh CheRRY CReek downsTReaM To The uPPeR Red bRIdge CaMPgRound boundaRY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The uPPeR Red bRIdge CaMPgRound boundaRY downsTReaM To blue Mesa ReseRvoIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. �reGULATIOnS gunnIson RIveR, noRTh foRk - delTa, gunnIson fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh anThRaCITe CReek downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The gunnIson RIveR: 2014 Colorado Fishing good PlaCes To... noTe: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 1. no bag or possession limit for channel hoRseshoe ReseRvoIR - hueRfano 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. gYPsuM Ponds swa - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. hallenbeCk (PuRdY Mesa) ReseRvoIR Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. no more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. haMIlTon CReek - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. hangIng lake - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) 1. Fishing prohibited. haRveY gaP ReseRvoIR - gaRfIeld (maps, pagEs 19, 27) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. 3. Use of spearfishing, archery, gigs for take of northern pike is prohibited haT CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. haXTun CITY lake (gun Club lake) - PhIllIPs 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. haYden CReek, souTh PRong - fReMonT fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh haYden CReek: 1. Fishing prohibited. headaChe CReek - aRChuleTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. hebeRTon CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 32) fRoM TRaPPeRs lake uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited. henRY ReseRvoIR - CRowleY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. fIsh foR kokanee » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Lake Granby, Grand Co. » Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. » Sweetwater Lake, Garfield Co. » Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. hoRseTooTh ReseRvoIR - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15-May 31. hoTel dRaw - san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. hueRfano RIveR - hueRfano fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY: Discover more places to catch a lunker: cpw.state.co.us/fish/hotspots 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. heRMosa CReek - la PlaTa, san juan hunT lake - Chaffee 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh easT CRoss CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. heRMosa CReek, easT foRk - la PlaTa fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh heRMosa CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. hIdden lakes - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. hIghlIne ReseRvoIR - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. hIMes CReek - MIneRal 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. hIne lake - jeffeRson 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. hohnholz lake no. 3 - laRIMeR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. holYoke CITY lake (lIons Club fIshIng hole) - PhIllIPs 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. hoMesTake ConveYanCe Channel (sPInneY MounTaIn ReseRvoIR InleT dITCh) - PaRk (map, pagE 29) 1. Fishing prohibited. RegulaTIons catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. hahn CReek - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. hoRse CReek ReseRvoIR (TIMbeR lake) - benT, oTeRo IllInoIs RIveR - jaCkson wIThIn dIaMond j sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. jaCkson lake (ReseRvoIR) - MoRgan 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. In The PoRTIon of The lake In jaCkson lake sTaTe PaRk noRTh of The boaT RaMP: 1. Fishing prohibited nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. jaYhawkeR Ponds - laRIMeR 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. jeRRY CReek ReseRvoIRs no. 1 and 2 Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. jIM CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 21 �2014 Colorado Fishing joe wRIghT CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh joe wRIghT ReseRvoIR uPsTReaM To Colo. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. joe wRIghT ReseRvoIR - laRIMeR RegulaTIons (map, pagE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. john MaRTIn ReseRvoIR - benT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. johnsTown ReseRvoIR - weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. juMbo ReseRvoIR - logan, sedgwICk 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. junIaTa ReseRvoIR - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. no more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. kellY lake - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. kelso CReek - Mesa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. kenneY ReseRvoIR - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 33) 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. keRR lake - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. keTneR lake - jeffeRson 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 22 reGULATIOnS kIngfIsheR Pond (foRT CollIns envIRonMenTal leaRnIng CenTeR) - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. kInneY CReek (3 MIles easT of hoT sulPhuR sPRIngs) - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. kITson ReseRvoIR - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. In ColuMbIne baY fRoM The InleT of TwIn CReek uPsTReaM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. lake john - jaCkson 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. laRaMIe RIveR - laRIMeR wIThIn hohnholz sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. koa lake - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. laskeY gulCh - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. la PlaTa RIveR - la PlaTa lesTeR CReek - RouTT (map, pagE 35) fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. lageRMan ReseRvoIR - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. lake aRboR - jeffeRson 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. lake CReek - hInsdale fRoM bIg eMeRald lake InleT uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. lake doRoTheY - las anIMas wIThIn lake doRoTheY sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea, InCludIng sChwaChheIM CReek and all oTheR dRaInages InTo The lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. lake foRk CReek - lake (map, pagE 11) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh glaCIeR CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. lake gRanbY - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1-Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 foR 0.25 of a MIle uPsTReaM and 0.25 of a MIle downsTReaM fRoM PeaRl lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. lon hagleR ReseRvoIR - laRIMeR 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 18 inches long. lone PIne CReek - laRIMeR fRoM PaRvIn lake uPsTReaM To laRIMeR CR 74e (Red feaTheR lakes Road): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. lone TRee ReseRvoIR - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. long dRaw ReseRvoIR - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. los PInos CReek - saguaChe wIThIn CoCheToPa sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea (snYdeR RanCh): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. los PInos RIveR - hInsdale, la PlaTa fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The weMInuChe wIldeRness boundaRY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge In baYfIeld downsTReaM To navajo ReseRvoIR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �reGULATIOnS losT TRaIl CReek - gunnIson (map, pagE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2014 Colorado Fishing MIddle CReek, easT - saguaChe good PlaCes To... fRoM headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The waTeRfall aPPRoXIMaTelY 2.5 MIles uPsTReaM fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh MIddle CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- lowell Ponds - adaMs 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. mediately. 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. MITChell CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) Mad CReek - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The uPPeR boundaRY of The glenwood sPRIngs fIsh haTCheRY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- ManCos RIveR - MonTezuMa fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge In ManCos downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: mediately. 1. no bag or possession limit for channel MonTgoMeRY ReseRvoIR - PaRk 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Angler Elizabeth Guevara holds her lake trout catch. MaRTIn lake - hueRfano 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MaY CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh PoudRe RIveR: 1. Fishing prohibited. McCall lake - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. McelMo CReek - MonTezuMa fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge easT of CoRTez downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel ICe fIsh In januaRY » Lake John, Jackson Co. » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. » Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. » Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. Find a spot on the ice on the CPW website: cpw.state.co.us/fish/icefishing catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Meadow CReek, easT - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MckaY lake - adaMs 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Medano CReek - saguaChe, alaMosa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. McMuRRY Ponds - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee ReseRvoIR - MonTezuMa 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. no bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Meadow CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RegulaTIons MIneRs CReek - saguaChe (map, pagE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MaCk Mesa ReseRvoIR - Mesa (map, pagE 19) Medano CReek, hudson bRanCh - saguaChe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Medano CReek, lITTle - saguaChe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MeRedITh ReseRvoIR - CRowleY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. MIChIgan RIveR - jaCkson wIThIn bRownlee, MuRPhY and dIaMond j sTaTe wIldlIfe aReas: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. on The souTh sIde of The ReseRvoIR and fRoM The wesT faCe of The daM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MonuMenT ReseRvoIR - las anIMas 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. MoRRIson CReek - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. MoRRow PoInT ReseRvoIR - gunnIson, MonTRose 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. MounT elbeRT foRebaY ReseRvoIR - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. MuddY CReek - san MIguel fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To woods lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MuddY CReek, lITTle - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. nash CReek - doloRes fRoM gRoundhog ReseRvoIR uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. naTe CReek - ouRaY 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 23 �RegulaTIons 2014 Colorado Fishing 24 reGULATIOnS �reGULATIOnS naTIve lake - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. navajo lake - doloRes 1. Artificial flies and lures only. aT The navajo sTaTe PaRk boaT RaMP and MooRIng Cove onlY: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. navajo RIveR - aRChuleTa, Conjeos fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To bRIdal veIl falls: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. fRoM The oso dIveRsIon daM downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. nee gRonda ReseRvoIR - kIowa 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. nee noshe ReseRvoIR - kIowa noTe: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. nee so Pah ReseRvoIR (sweeTwaTeR and jeT) - kIowa noTe: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. newlIn CReek - CusTeR, fReMonT fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY: 1. Fishing prohibited. nICkelson CReek - PITkIn (map, pagE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. no naMe CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-nov. 30. nolan CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. noRTh lake sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea - las anIMas 1. Artificial flies and lures only. noRTh PlaTTe RIveR - jaCkson wIThIn bRownlee II oR veRneR sTaTe wIldlIfe aReas: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. g fRoM The souTheRn boundaRY of The RouTT naTIonal foResT downsTReaM To wYoMIng (noRThgaTe CanYon): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. noRTh PlaTTe RIveR, noRTh foRk - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. noRTh shIelds Ponds - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. noRTh sTeRlIng ReseRvoIR - logan 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. noRTh TaYloR CReek - CusTeR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. noRThwaTeR CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. osIeR CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. In The InleT sTReaM (lone PIne CReek) uPsTReaM To laRIMeR CR 74e (Red feaTheR lakes Road): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Pass CReek - MIneRal (map, pagE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PasTuRe CReek - la PlaTa, san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PeaRl lake - RouTT (map, pagE 35) InCludIng The InleT sTReaM foR 0.25 of a MIle above The InleT and The ouTleT sTReaM foR 0.25 of a MIle below The ouTleT: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. Pella CRossIng ReCReaTIon aRea Ponds (all Ponds) - bouldeR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. PennoCk CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The InTeRseCTIon wITh usfs TRaIl #928 (sIgnal MounTaIn TRaIl): 1. Fishing prohibited. PeTTY CReek - san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PIedRa RIveR - aRChuleTa fRoM PIedRa RIveR bRIdge on usfs 631 (PIedRa Road) downsTReaM To The loweR boundaRY of The TRes PIedRa RanCh (1.5 MIles above u.s. 160): oveRland TRaIl Pond - logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PaonIa ReseRvoIR - gunnIson fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge downsTReaM To navajo ReseRvoIR: fRoM The ToP of PaonIa daM downsTReaM To The boundaRY fenCe below The sTIllIng basIn: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PaRaChuTe CReek, easT foRk - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PaRaChuTe CReek, easT MIddle foRk gaRfIeld (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PaRvIn lake - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RegulaTIons navajo ReseRvoIR - aRChuleTa 1. Trotlines permitted. 2014 Colorado Fishing 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. PIedRa RIveR, easT foRk - MIneRal, hInsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PIkes Peak noRTh sloPe ReCReaTIon aRea - el Paso, TelleR CRYsTal, noRTh CaTaMounT & souTh CaTaMounT ReseRvoIRs: 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. noRTh CaTaMounT ReseRvoIR onlY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 25 �reGULATIOnS RegulaTIons 2014 Colorado Fishing PIkes Peak souTh sloPe ReCReaTIon aRea - el Paso, TelleR noTe: As of April 1, 2014, these waters are closed. Please contact the Colorado Springs CPW office for updates on when they may open, (719) 227-5200. PoRCuPIne lake - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. boehMeR ReseRvoIR, boehMeR CReek: PoudRe RIveR - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) 1. Fishing prohibited in Boehmer Reservoir and Boehmer Creek, from the headwaters to Mason Reservoir. Mason ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 16 inches long. McReYnolds ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PIT d Pond - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Poage lake - RIo gRande (map, pagE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. Poose CReek - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. fRoM RoCkY MounTaIn naTIonal PaRk boundaRY downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh joe wRIghT CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM uPPeR boundaRY of bIg bend CaMPgRound downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh blaCk hollow CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM wesT boundaRY of The hoMbRe RanCh (below RusTIC) downsTReaM To The PIngRee PaRk Road/bRIdge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM uPPeR boundaRY of gaTewaY PaRk (waTeR dIveRsIon foR foRT CollIns) downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The noRTh foRk of The PoudRe RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PoudRe RIveR, noRTh foRk - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh dIvIde CReek 26 downsTReaM To bull CReek (above hallIgan ReseRvoIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM MIlTon seaMan ReseRvoIR downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The PoudRe RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PoudRe RIveR, souTh foRk - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The RoCkY MounTaIn naTIonal PaRk boundaRY downsTReaM foR one MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited. PRewITT ReseRvoIR - logan, washIngTon 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye, saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. PRongeR Pond - logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PRosPeCT PaRk lakes - jeffeRson 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons 27 �2014 Colorado Fishing reGULATIOnS bass is 15 inches long. bass lake and wesT PRosPeCT lakes onlY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or RegulaTIons lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. PRosPeCT Ponds no. 2 and 3 - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo ReseRvoIR - Pueblo 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. PuRgaToIRe RIveR, MIddle foRk - las anIMas wIThIn bosque del oso sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. PuRgaToIRe RIveR, souTh foRk - las anIMas wIThIn bosque del oso sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. queens ReseRvoIR, noRTh and souTh - kIowa noTe: At publication, these reservoirs are dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. quInCY ReseRvoIR - aRaPahoe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Min. size for tiger muskie is 40 inches long. 5. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. RaMPaRT ReseRvoIR - el Paso 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. RanCh CReek, noRTh foRk - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 28 Red lIon swa - logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. RelaY CReek - la PlaTa, san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Rhodes gulCh - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIdgwaY ReseRvoIR - ouRaY 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. RIfle gaP ReseRvoIR - gaRfIeld (maps, pagEs 19, 27) 1. Big, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for small- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons RIo blanCo lake - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 33) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches may be taken per day. RIo de los PInos - Conejos (map, pagE 17) fRoM headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The waTeRfall aT The souTh san juan wIldeRness boundaRY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. RIo gRande - hInsdale, MIneRal, RIo gRande (map, pagE 26) fRoM loweR boundaRY of RIveR hIll CaMPgRound downsTReaM To The wesT fenCe of MasonIC PaRk: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. g fRoM Colo. 149 bRIdge aT souTh foRk downsTReaM To The RIo gRande Canal dIveRsIon sTRuCTuRe: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water RIo lado CReek - MonTezuMa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIveRbend Ponds no.1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 - laRIMeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. RIveR’s edge naTuRal aRea Ponds (bass, dRagonflY, and sandPIPeR) - laRIMeR 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. Road beaveR CReek - gunnIson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RoaRIng CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RoaRIng foRk CReek - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. RoaRIng foRks CReek - MonTezuMa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RoaRIng foRk of The noRTh PlaTTe - jaCkson wIThIn odd fellows oR ManvIlle sTaTe wIldlIfe aReas: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RoaRIng foRk RIveR - PITkIn, gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) g gold Medal waTeRs fRoM fRYIngPan RIveR To ColoRado RIveR fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh MCfaRlane CReek downsTReaM To The uPPeR woodY CReek bRIdge: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM uPPeR woodY CReek bRIdge downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR (eXCludIng 50 YaRds uPsTReaM and downsTReaM fRoM The ConfluenCes wITh fouRMIle CReek and ThReeMIle CReek): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. immediately. 29 �2014 Colorado Fishing fRoM 50 YaRds uPsTReaM and downsTReaM fRoM The ConfluenCes wITh fouRMIle CReek and ThReeMIle CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and RegulaTIons Oct. 1-nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. saInT vRaIn CReek (noRTh) - bouldeR fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh hoRse CReek downsTReaM To The InleT of buTTon RoCk ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. saInT vRaIn sTaTe PaRk - weld bald eagle lake: RoCk CReek - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or RoCk CReek, lITTle - Mesa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. blue heRon lake: RoCk lake - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RoCkY foRk CReek - PITkIn (map, pagE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RoCkY MounTaIn lake - denveR 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. RoseMonT ReseRvoIR - TelleR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. Rough CanYon - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RubY jewel lake - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RunYon/founTaIn lakes sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea - Pueblo 1. Ice fishing prohibited. saguaChe CReek - saguaChe (map, pagE 26) fRoM ConfluenCe of The MIddle and souTh foRks downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh CalIfoRnIa gulCh: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. saguaChe CReek, MIddle foRk - saguaChe (map, pagE 26) fRoM headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The souTh foRk of saguaChe CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. saguaChe CReek, souTh foRk - saguaChe (map, pagE 26) fRoM headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The MIddle foRk of saguaChe CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 30 reGULATIOnS lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 1. Bag, possession and min. size for bass is 1 in aggregate, 21 inches long. san fRanCIsCo CReek (MIddle and wesT foRks) and wesT san fRanCIsCo lake RIo gRande (map, pagE 26) PoRTIon on usfs lands InCludIng wesT san fRanCIsCo lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. san juan RIveR - aRChuleTa fRoM The InTeRseCTIon of u.s. 160 and u.s. 84 downsTReaM ThRough Pagosa sPRIngs To The InTeRseCTIon of aPaChe sTReeT wITh The RIveR, InCludIng RIveR CenTeR Ponds: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The u.s. 160 bRIdge In Pagosa sPRIngs downsTReaM To navajo ReseRvoIR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. san MIguel RIveR - MonTRose, san MIguel fRoM The Colo. 90 bRIdge aT PInon downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The doloRes RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. sanChez ReseRvoIR - CosTIlla 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. saRvIs CReek - gRand, RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. sawhIll Ponds - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. all Ponds eXCePT 1 and 1a: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. sCeneRY Pond - RIo blanCo ColoRow MounTaIn sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. sChwaChheIM CReek - las anIMas wIThIn lake doRoTheY sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. seCond CReek - delTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. seveRY CReek - el Paso fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The usfs boundaRY: 1. Fishing prohibited. shadow MounTaIn ReseRvoIR - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. shadow MounTaIn sPIllwaY - gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM shadow MounTaIn ReseRvoIR downsTReaM To lake gRanbY InCludIng ColuMbIne baY To The TwIn CReek InleT: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. sheeP CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The Conejos RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. sheeP CReek - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The ConfluenCe of The easT and wesT foRks downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The PoudRe RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. sheeP CReek, easT and wesT foRks laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe of The easT and wesT foRks: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sIg CReek - la PlaTa, san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sIg CReek, easT foRk - san juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sIlveR lake - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. slaTeR CReek, souTh foRk and wesT PRong of The souTh foRk - RouTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �reGULATIOnS 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. sloan lake - hInsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. soda CReek - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. souTh PlaTTe PaRk (lITTleTon) - aRaPahoe 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. souTh PlaTTe RIveR - douglas, jeffeRson, PaRk, TelleR (maps, pagEs 28-29) fRoM The ConfluenCe of The MIddle and souTh foRks downsTReaM To sPInneY MounTaIn ReseRvoIR InleT: g 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. g fRoM The ouTleT of sPInneY MounTaIn ReseRvoIR downsTReaM To The InleT of eleven MIle ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. fRoM IMMedIaTelY below eleven MIle daM downsTReaM To The wagon Tongue gulCh Road bRIdge aT sPRIngeR gulCh (eleven MIle CanYon): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. g fRoM CheesMan daM downsTReaM To The souTh PRoPeRTY lIne aT wIgwaM Club: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. g fRoM The noRTh boundaRY of The wIgwaM Club downsTReaM To sCRaggY vIew PICnIC gRound: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. fRoM sTRonTIa sPRIngs daM downsTReaM To 300 YaRds uPsTReaM fRoM The denveR waTeR boaRd’s MaRsTon dIveRsIon sTRuCTuRe: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM ChaTfIeld daM downsTReaM To C-470: 1. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. souTh PlaTTe RIveR, MIddle foRk - PaRk (map, pagE 29) g fRoM The Colo. 9 bRIdge (4.9 MIles noRTh of gaRo) downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The souTh foRk of The souTh PlaTTe: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. souTh PlaTTe RIveR, souTh foRk - PaRk (map, pagE 29) fRoM u.s. 285 downsTReaM To anTeRo ReseRvoIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. fRoM anTeRo ReseRvoIR downsTReaM In The newlY ConsTRuCTed Channel To The ConfluenCe wITh The eXIsTIng Channel: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The loweR boundaRY fenCe of badgeR basIn sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The MIddle foRk of The souTh PlaTTe: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. g sPInneY MounTaIn ReseRvoIR PaRk (map, pagE 29) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. no bag and possession limit for yellow perch. sPRaT-PlaTTe lake - adaMs 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. sPRIng CReek - doloRes 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sPRuCe CReek no. 1 - gRand (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sPRuCe CReek no. 3 - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sTageCoaCh ReseRvoIR - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. no bag or possession limit for walleye. sTalkeR lake - YuMa 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. sTandleY lake - jeffeRson 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. g sTeaMboaT lake - RouTT RegulaTIons snell CReek - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2014 Colorado Fishing sTeaRns lake - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. sTeelMan CReek - gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The denveR waTeR boaRd dIveRsIon: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sTeuben CReek, wesT foRk - gunnIson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. suMMIT ReseRvoIR - MonTezuMa 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. swaMP lakes - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. swan RIveR - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. swan RIveR, noRTh foRk - suMMIT (map, pagE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. sweITzeR lake - delTa 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. sYlvan lake - eagle (map, pagE 14) In The InleT and uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-nov. 30. TaMaRaCk RanCh Pond - logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TaYloR CReek, lITTle - MonTezuMa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TaYloR PaRk ReseRvoIR - gunnIson 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 31 �reGULATIOnS RegulaTIons 2014 Colorado Fishing TaYloR RIveR - gunnIson fRoM The ToP of TaYloR daM and fRoM The daM downsTReaM foR 325 YaRds: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. fRoM a PoInT 325 YaRds below TaYloR daM downsTReaM To The loweR boundaRY of TaYloR sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea (aPPRoXIMaTelY 0.4 of a MIle): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. TelleR lake - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TeRRoR CReek, easT foRk - delTa fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh TeRRoR CReek (InCludIng The unnaMed TRIbuTaRY below TeRRoR CReek ReseRvoIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. ThRee lakes (lowesT and MIddle lakes) - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 32 ThRee lICks CReek - eagle (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ThReeMIle CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 27) fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh The RoaRIng foRk RIveR uPsTReaM foR 0.5 of a MIle: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-nov. 30. ThuRsTon ReseRvoIR - PRoweRs 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TIMbeRlIne lake - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ToRsIdo CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ToTTen ReseRvoIR - MonTezuMa 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TRaPPeR CReek - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TRaPPeRs lake - gaRfIeld (map, pagE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. no bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. TRInIdad ReseRvoIR - las anIMas 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. TRouT CReek - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 35) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 4. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. TuRquoIse ReseRvoIR - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. TuTTle CReek - saguaChe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TwIn lakes - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Two buTTes ReseRvoIR - baCa 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons Two ledge ReseRvoIR - jaCkson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. unCoMPahgRe RIveR - ouRaY fRoM The souTheRn boundaRY of The weMInuChe wIldeRness downsTReaM To The la PlaTa CR 501 bRIdge: fRoM ouRaY CR 23 bRIdge downsTReaM To RIdgwaY ReseRvoIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from fRoM RIdgwaY daM downsTReaM To The fenCe jusT below The usgs gauge sTaTIon: 2. Snagging kokanee permitted nov. 15-Dec. 31. 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. fRoM The fenCe jusT below The usgs gauge sTaTIon below RIdgwaY daM downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh Cow CReek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The RIdgwaY daM downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The gunnIson RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. unIon ReseRvoIR (CalkIns lake) - weld 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. valleCITo CReek - la PlaTa, san juan fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The souTheRn boundaRY of The weMInuChe wIldeRness: Sept. 1-nov. 14. fRoM The la PlaTa CR 501 bRIdge downsTReaM To The sTandIng waTeR lIne of valleCITo ReseRvoIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted nov. 15-Dec. 31. vasquez CReek, lITTle - gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The denveR waTeR boaRd dIveRsIon: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. vasquez CReek, souTh foRk - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. vaughn ReseRvoIR - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. vIRgInIa gulCh CReek, wesT - la PlaTa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. vIRgInIa lake - lake (map, pagE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. waCkeR Ponds - MoRgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. wahaToYa sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea - hueRfano 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. walden Ponds (eXCePT wallY Toevs Pond) - bouldeR 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. walkeR sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea - Mesa (map, pagE 19) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of Feb. walTon CReek - RouTT (map, pagE 35) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 33 �2014 Colorado Fishing waneka lake - bouldeR 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. RegulaTIons washIngTon PaRk (lIlY Pond) - denveR 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. waTson lake - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. wesT CReek - Mesa fRoM The Colo. 141 bRIdge downsTReaM 5 MIles To The ConfluenCe of uTe CReek: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. wesT CRoss CReek - eagle (map, pagE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. whITe RIveR - RIo blanCo (maps, pagEs 32, 33) fRoM The ConfluenCe of The noRTh and souTh foRks of The whITe RIveR downsTReaM To The Colo. 13 bRIdge below MeekeR (eXCludIng The sleePY CaT easeMenT, wakaRa lease, and The MeekeR PasTuRe sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. on The sleePY CaT easeMenT, wakaRa lease, and MeekeR PasTuRe sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea easT of MeekeR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The ConfluenCe of The noRTh and souTh foRks of The whITe RIveR downsTReaM To kenneY ReseRvoIR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. fRoM TaYloR dRaw daM downsTReaM 400 YaRds: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. fRoM TaYloR dRaw daM downsTReaM To The sTaTe lIne: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. whITe RIveR, noRTh foRk - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 32) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh The souTh foRk of The whITe RIveR: reGULATIOnS fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To ConfluenCe wITh The noRTh foRk of The whITe RIveR: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The headwaTeRs To The ConfluenCe wITh TRouT CReek (InCludIng TRIbuTaRIes): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. fRoM sTageCoaCh daM downsTReaM foR 0.6 of a MIle: wIllIaMs foRk ReseRvoIR - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. fRoM The buoY lIne aT The wIllIaMs foRk RIveR InleT uPsTReaM To The fIRsT gRand CR bRIdge: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15- nov. 30. wIllIaMs foRk RIveR - gRand (map, pagE 15) fRoM wIllIaMs foRk daM downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The ColoRado RIveR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. wIllIaMs gulCh - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) fRoM The headwaTeRs downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The PoudRe RIveR: 1. Fishing prohibited. wIllow CReek (lITTle snake dRaInage) - MoffaT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. wIllow CReek ReseRvoIR - gRand (map, pagE 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM sTageCoaCh daM downsTReaM To CaTaMounT lake: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. fRoM 0.6 of a MIle below sTageCoaCh daM downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh walTon CReek, eXCludIng CaTaMounT lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The ConfluenCe wITh walTon CReek downsTReaM foR 4.8 MIles To The jaMes bRown (soul CenTeR of The unIveRse) bRIdge, In sTeaMboaT sPRIngs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. fRoM The jaMes bRown (soul CenTeR of The unIveRse bRIdge) downsTReaM To The Colo. 394 bRIdge neaR CRaIg: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. fRoM The headwaTeRs of The YaMPa RIveR downsTReaM To The ConfluenCe wITh The gReen RIveR: 1. no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. wIndsoR ReseRvoIR - weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Youngs CReek ReseRvoIRs no. 1, 2 and 3 - delTa (map, pagE 19) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. wolf CReek - Conejos (map, pagE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. YuMa CITY lake - YuMa 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. woods lake sTaTe wIldlIfe aRea - zIMMeRMan lake - laRIMeR (map, pagE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. san MIguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Get Outdoors 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. YaMPa RIveR - RouTT, MoffaT (map, pagE 35) whITe RIveR, souTh foRk - RIo blanCo (map, pagE 32) wRIghTs lake - Chaffee 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Get Outdoors Colorado outdoors Magazine Subscribe online at: https://wildlifestore.state.co.us 34 �reGULATIOnS 2014 Colorado Fishing RegulaTIons 35 �TRouT faMIlY Cross between a brown trout and a brook trout. Pronounced stripes on body, resembling a tiger. TIgeR TRouT Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. lake TRouT (Mackinaw) Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw; heavier spotting towards the tail. CuTThRoaT (naTIve) TRouT Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles bRook TRouT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles bRown TRouT Black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides RaInbow TRouT Photo by © Dennis McKinney, CPW | All fish illustrations by © Joe Tomelleri [ » Hybrid between white bass and striped bass. wIPeR laRgeMouTh bass Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides sMallMouTh bass bass TIgeR MuskIe Northern pike and muskie hybrid. Irregular dark colored vertical markings on a light background; long snout. noRTheRn PIke Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background PIke Yellow PeRCh Two separate dorsal fins, large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides saugeYe Walleye-sauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body; black color between dorsal fins; tails do NOT have a white tip saugeR Spotted dorsal fin, no white tip on tail, darker color walleYe Channel CaTfIsh Two separate dorsal fins; large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas, white-tipped tail ] oTheR sPoRTfIsh Barbels (whiskers); forked tail; sporadic black spotting. Purchase your 2014-2015 fishing license online at cpw.state.co.us/fish/buyapply More species identification information is online at cpw.state.co.us/fish/identification IdenTIfICaTIon TIPs foR CoMMon gaMe sPeCIes know YouR ColoRado fIsh �sPlake possible. » keeP fIsh In The waTeR as much as release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. » TIMe Is essenTIal. Quickly play and If you plan to practice catch-and-release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to release MUST be returned to the water immediately. whITe CRaPPIe Avoid squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. » genTle handlIng Is essenTIal. PossIble. Single barbless hooks can often be removed while the fish is still in the water. hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. it horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. » when PhoTogRaPhIng a fIsh, hold » To RevIve an unConsCIous fIsh Vertical bars on body, silver color with green or brown shades along back; dark bars along sides with a white belly Black splotches on a silver body, dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail blaCk CRaPPIe bluegIll Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays, small mouth RedeaR sunfIsh Similar to bluegill, but with dark colors on top and lighter yellow-green on the belly; males have cherry-red opercle (ear flap), females have orange. Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim gReen sunfIsh sunfIsh & CRaPPIe » ReMove The hook as quICklY as how To Release a fIsh Use a pair of forceps, long-nosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. how To safelY ReMove hooks At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern, males develop hook jaw and turn brick red kokanee salMon Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and it does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout MounTaIn whITefIsh Large sail-like dorsal fin, silver body, small mouths and body. gRaYlIng Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout. Tri-colored pelvic fins, slightly forked tails. www.bit.ly/CofishRelease waTCh onlIne: Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edge keel behind the head RazoRbaCk suCkeR ColoRado PIkeMInnow Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms bonYTaIl Chub Slight hump and a long, narrow tail Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head Watch an angler properly release a fish back into the water. See page 6 for a full list of protected species to be released. huMPbaCk Chub ! Anglers may possibly catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. wesTeRn sloPe naTIve fIsh ThaT MusT be Released �Printed for free distribution by Colorado Parks and Wildlife 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 cpw.state.co.us online brochure noTICe: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. This brochure is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife office or at cpw.state.co.us/fish/regulations. For questions, call CPW at (303) 297-1192. Don’t forget your pass! Colorado State Parks offer 38 places to fish, 365 days a year Buy your state parks pass when you buy your fishing license or buy online at CPw.sTaTe.Co.us/fIsh/buYaPPlY � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/3f4f0136fad161b4a2c58b7af2c7879d.pdf 230aead3f8fb1973c06496b28e859b2f PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O P A R K S & W I L D L I F E 2013 Colorado Fishing Season: April 1, 2013 - March 31, 2014 online brochure cpw.state.co.us �2013 Colorado Fishing Table of Contents • What’s new in 2013................................................................1 Licenses and Information.............................. 1 • License fees, season dates, Habitat Stamp • Fishing condition reports Reference.................................................... 2-9 • Fish of Colorado .................................................................2 • Bag and possession limits................................................3 • Fishery programs................................................................4 • State records........................................................................5 • How to measure your catch.............................................5 • Aquatic nuisance species, information for boaters, how to clean waders and gear .................6 • Illegal stocking....................................................................7 • License, residency and disability requirements...........7 • Special conditions and restrictions................................8 • Legal fishing methods, glossary of fishing terms.......9 Special Regulations for waters.............. 10-33 Top Places To.... • Take kids fishing.................................................................19 • Fish for kokanee.................................................................21 • Ice fish in January..............................................................23 Maps • Wiper/White Bass & Walleye/Saugeye limits...............3 • Upper Arkansas River.......................................................11 • Blue River Basin.................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium.........15 • Conejos and Alamosa rivers..........................................17 • Upper Poudre River Drainage........................................24 • Upper Rio Grande Basin..................................................26 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers...................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield................28 • South Platte River: South Park.......................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker.............................32 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig..............................33 CPW Office locations cpw.state.co.us NEW! All staffed CPW parks and offices now sell fishing and hunting licenses and offer full license services. See the CPW website for a list of locations. Brush 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 grand junction 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Colorado springs 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 Gunnison 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Pueblo 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Denver 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Hot Sulphur Springs 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Salida 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 Durango 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Lamar 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Steamboat SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 (970) 870-2197 Fort Collins 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Meeker 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 Glenwood Springs 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 Monte Vista 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 fishing conditions NOTE: Drought conditions are affecting the Eastern Plains. Please use these recorded updates or the CPW website to find current conditions for waters in the following areas of the state: Statewide......(303) 291-7534 Metro Denver/Foothills (303) 291-7535 Northeast Colorado (303) 291-7536 Northwest Colorado (303) 291-7537 Southeast Colorado (303) 291-7538 Report oil spills: Southwest Colorado (303) 291-7539 To report an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24-hour hotline at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, 1-877-518-5608. information boat registration: Fishing Season Dates (303) 291-7533 Boat registration information can be found online at: www.parks.state.co.us/Boating/Registrations/ Pages/BoatingRegistrations.aspx Fish Stocking (303) 291-7531 administration 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 Printed for free distribution by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 cpw.state.co.us Editor: Amy Nickelson | Cover photo © Jerry Neal, CPW Printed March 2013 by Publication Printers, Denver. 320,000 copies. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director: Rick D. Cables The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission (as of Feb. 2013): John Singletary, chairman • Bill Kane, vice chairman • Mark Smith, secretary • Robert Bray, member • Christopher Castilian, member • Jeanne Horne, member • Gaspar Perricone, member • James Pribyl, member • James Vigil, member • Dean Wingfield, member • Michelle Zimmerman, member • Mike King, ex officio member • John Salazar, ex officio member CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available at CPW offices and online at http://wildlife.state. co.us/RulesRegs/Regulations/Pages/Regulations.aspx. Printed on 30% recycled paper. Please recycle this brochure. �2013 Colorado Fishing license fees annual licenses are valid April 1, 2013-March 31, 2014 cost » Habitat Stamp.............................................$10 Required for residents and nonresidents, ages 18-64. Add this to license fees below if you have not yet purchased a 2013 Habitat Stamp. residents » Adult annual (ages 16-63)......................................$26 » Senior annual (64 and older)................................... $1 For senior lifetime low-income licenses, see page 7 » Small Game & Fishing combo.............................$41 nonresidents » Annual . .......................................................................$56 » Five-day.......................................................................$21 youth » Resident and nonresident younger than age 16 (second-rod charge still applies).........FREE Residents & nonresidents » Second-rod stamp..................................................... $5 The second-rod stamp is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16. (See page 7.) » One-day fishing.......................................................... $9 » Additional-day fishing.............................................. $5 Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. Prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. buy your license online Go to www.bit.ly/cpwlicensesales Licenses are also available 1. By phone at 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards are accepted for phone and Internet purchases. 2. At CPW offices, state parks and license agents WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE 1. Current and valid photo ID 2. For residents, proof of residency 3. Habitat Stamp Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an affidavit and paying a fee. See “License Requirements” on page 7. Season dates Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except if otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10-33. Free fishing days Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on June 1-2, 2013. All other rules and regulations apply. what’s neW2013 master angler updates — There are new “Kept Fish” record categories this year for pike and smallmouth bass in waters west of the Continental Divide. See page 4. Newly opened to fishing — New areas open this year for fishing in northern and central Colorado include three new ponds at River’s Edge Natural Area in Larimer County and the Cline Ranch in Park County. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters” on page 10. lake closures — Mower Lake in Jefferson County has been drained and is closed to the public. Many lakes on the Eastern Plains are affected by water shortages and drought, conditions expected to last through the summer months. When planning a trip, call the phone numbers below before you go to make sure your destination still holds water. Some lakes that are currently dry as of publication of this brochure are listed in the “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters.” See “Fishing Conditions” below and regulations starting on page 10. sweitzer reservoir — CPW will allow the take of carp only at this Delta County lake. See page 30. HABITAT STAMP 1. Stamps are $10 and are nonrefundable. Only one is required per person per year, valid April 1-March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. 2. Anyone 18-64 MUST purchase a stamp in order to buy or apply for a preference point or buy a hunting or fishing license. 3. EXEMPTIONS: Anyone with a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small-game hunting and fishing license, or those approved for the Big-Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program are exempt. See www.wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/ DisabledAccessibility/Pages/Disability Information.aspx for details about those programs. walleye protection in arkansas river — Pueblo Reservoir is a brood water for walleye. The walleye move from the reservoir, which already has regulations in place, into the Arkansas where they become vulnerable to harvest. New regulations will protect these fish, which contribute to walleye production in many other waters around the state. See page 10. bear creek — The lower end of this closure in El Paso County was expanded downstream to Gold Camp Road to protect greenbacks that live in that section of the river. See page 11. white river — From Taylor Draw Dam downstream to the state line, there are no bag and possession limits for non-native fish species. See page 31. our fishing maps are online — Our color-coded fishing regulation maps are also online. Look them up at www.bit. ly/COFishMaps, or download them to your smartphone and store them for the road! Watch for QR codes — Scan the QR codes in this brochure with your smartphone to get Web access to more information. You can also access the interactive version of this brochure online at www.bit.ly/coloradofishing. on the cover Fishing guide Iolanthe “IO” Culjak shares a stream in Rocky Mountain National Park with a bull elk. Photo by © Jerry Neal, CPW. Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch? v=W-d7WrkNYnQ Other cover photos, left to right: 1. Jack Harris, 5, lands a trout at Granby. Photo by © Roger Harris. 2. An angler displays his grayling catch. Photo by © CPW. 3. Grasshopper on a fly reel. Photo by © Jeremie Hollman. 4. Will Kane shows off a fat rainbow trout. Photo for CPW. Get hooked Ready to learn how to fish? If you are 5 or 75, we’ve got instructors waiting for you. www.bit.ly/COFishingClinics 1 �reference know your colorado fish watch online How to properly release a fish. trout family www.bit.ly/COFishRelease How to release a fish brown trout Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw brook trout If you plan to practice catchand-release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to catch and release MUST be returned to the water immediately. Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and redorange spots inside light blue circles Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles splake Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout lake trout (Mackinaw) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. » Time is essential. Quickly play and release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. cutthroat (native) trout rainbow trout Black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides All fish illustrations by © Joe Tomelleri Reference 2013 Colorado Fishing grayling Large sail-like dorsal fin, silver body, small mouths and body. sunfish & crappie Bass » Keep fish in the water as much as possible. » Remove the hook as quickly as possible. Single barbless hooks can often be removed while the fish is still in the water. » Gentle handling is essential. Avoid squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. » To revive an uncon- scious fish hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. smallmouth bass largemouth bass Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides green sunfish pike northern pike Horizontal rows of light-colored round/ oval spots, on dark background tiger muskie Irregular dark colored vertical markings on a light background bluegill perch & other sportfish sauger Spotted dorsal fin, no white tip on tail, darker color saugeye Walleyesauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body a fish, hold it horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. yellow perch Two separate dorsal fins, large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides How to safely remove hooks 2 Hybrid between white bass and striped bass Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim » When photographing Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. wiper Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body walleye Large, welldeveloped canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas, white-tipped tail Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays, small mouth mountain whitefish Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and it does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout kokanee salmon At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-graywhite pattern, males develop hook jaw and turn brick red western slope native fish that must be released black crappie Black splotches on a silver body, dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail Anglers may catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See page 8 for a full list of protected species to be released. Humpback Chub Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head bonytail chub Slight hump and a long, narrow tail colorado pikeminnow Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms razorback sucker Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edge keel behind the head �reference 2013 Colorado Fishing Fishing in state parks and national parks Fishing is available at 38 of Colorado’s 42 state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the website for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply: http://parks.state.co.us/fishing/Pages/ Fishing.aspx. National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/ fishing.htm. Statewide limits DAILY BAG LIMIT trout, arctic char, grayling, salmon Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. map: wiper/white bass and walleye/saugeye bag limits The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the “Statewide Limits” chart at right for details. Type of fish Daily mit Possession bag li limit 4 8 10 10 10 10 5 5 10 10 5 5 10 10 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 20 unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 (except kokanee) in aggregate* See “special regulations for fishing waters” section for waters with more restrictive limits. Pages 10-33. Reading the limits chart Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. reference statewide bag & possession limits Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout brook trout 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) kokanee salmon angling, snagging or archery walleye, saugeye, sauger Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, spotted in aggregate* Bass: white, striped, wiper Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* Catfish: channel, flathead, blue in aggregate* Crappie: white, black in aggregate* Bluegill, hybrid bluegill, green sunfish, redear sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish in aggregate* yellow perch West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide tiger muskie at least 36 inches long northern pike, whitefish, unlimited bullhead Speckled dace, sculpin unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited crayfish (crawdads), bullfrogs unlimited unlimited 50 50 aquatic tiger salamander larvae (gilled and less than 5 inches long) * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 3 �Reference 2013 Colorado Fishing reference fishery programs stream surveys help biologists manage fishing Photo © CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as stocking and regulations, More about and estabhow fishery lish realistic management biologists sample fish: goals for a given lake or www.wildlife.state. stream. co.us/Fishing/Reports/ The fisher- Managementand ies section of Surveys/Pages/Fishery CPW conWaterSummaries.aspx ducts hundreds of lake and stream Fishery data for surveys each some of your favorite year. Colorado waters: Highwww.wildlife.state. priority co.us/Fishing/Reports/ and brood Fishery SurveySummaries waters such /Pages/FisherySurvey as Chatfield, Summaries.aspx Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5-10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 4 wild trout & gold medal waters policy www.wildlife.state.co.us/ParksWildlifeCommission/ Policies/Pages/Policies.aspx gold medal waters Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: Gold Medal Streams Animas River: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge Blue River: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River Colorado River: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek Fryingpan River: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River Gore Creek: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River Gunnison River: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison North Platte River: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Look Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) for the Rio Grande: From Hwy. 149 bridge at “G” next South Fork downstream to Rio Grande to a body of canal diversion structure water on pages Roaring Fork River: From the Fry10-33 to know ingpan River to the Colorado River that it’s a Gold Medal Water. South Platte River: » From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet G » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence Gold Medal Lakes North Delaney Butte Lake in Jackson County Spinney Mountain Reservoir in Park County Steamboat Lake in Routt County MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. NEW: To promote responsible conservation of fishery resources, CPW will recognize qualifying length northern pike and smallmouth bass caught in waters west of the Continental Divide in the “Kept Fish” category only. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to www.wildlife.state.co.us/ Fishing/AwardsRecords/Master Anglers/Pages/MasterAnglers.aspx. Wild Trout Program CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. �reference 2013 Colorado Fishing species carp & Suckers crappie sunfish bass perch pike catfish salmon trout Rainbow year 2003 location weight length and county lbs. - ozs. in inches Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 34 angler Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins Tiger 2005 Private pond, Park 4-15 21.5 Gene Hacker Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 1976 Private lake, Lincoln 20-1 32.75 Joe Poss Flathead 2011 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 15-6 32.25 David Parker Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez Striped 2009 C.F.&I. Res. No. 2, Pueblo 15-11 34.25 Manuel Aguilar Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Green Redear 2010 Stalker Lake, Yuma 5.9 oz. 7.875 William Noble Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 1988 Hollenbeck Res., Mesa 2-4 11.5 Jared Barley White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch Grass Carp 2010 Prospect Park Lake, Jefferson 51-0 42 Cody Moreland Common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 5-6.65 23.375 American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1 35 Jay Grupp n/a State records program Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 45 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at www. reference state records by weight wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/AwardsRecords/ Pages/AwardsRecords.aspx. An award program is also offered for catchand-release anglers. Go to: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Fishing/AwardsRecords/Recordsby Length/Pages/ReleasedFishRecords.aspx. how to Measure your catch Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). award-qualifying lengths for catch & Release Species length (inches) Arctic char.................... 18 Black bullhead............ 14 Blue catfish.................. 30 Bluegill.......................... 10 Brook trout................... 16 Brown trout................. 22 Channel catfish.......... 30 Common carp............. 30 Crappie.......................... 15 Cutbow trout.............. 22 Cutthroat trout........... 20 Golden trout............... 16 Grass carp..................... 30 Grayling........................ 15 Kokanee........................ 20 Species length (inches) Lake trout..................... 32 Largemouth bass...... 18 Northern pike............. 36 Pumpkinseed.............. 8 Rainbow trout............ 24 Redear sunfish............ 12 Saugeye........................ 26 Smallmouth bass....... 17 Splake............................ 20 Striped bass................. 28 Tiger muskie................ 40 Walleye.......................... 26 White bass.................... 17 Wiper.............................. 25 Yellow perch................ 12 5 �Reference 2013 Colorado Fishing reference Aquatic nuisance species Don’t let invasive species ruin your favorite fishing spot Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: ! report it! If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to CPW by emailing ReportANS@state.co.us or call (303) 291-7295. 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cool© CPW ing systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic hold water. nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the CPW office in Denver or Grand Junction (listed on the inside cover of this brochure) Monday-Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. disinfecting your gear Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: OPTION 1 — Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with 1:15 of Sparquat 256 institutional cleaner (3.1% concentration) (or other comparable institutional cleaning compound) and water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. OPTION 2 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 3 — Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. OPTION 4 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. more on invasive species Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Wildlife Species/ Profiles/Invasive Species/Pages/Rusty Crayfish.aspx » Preying on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » competing aggressively for habitat and food » Destroying productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. live TRANSPORT PROHIBITED From Waters West of the Continental Divide All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. 6 at sanchez Reservoir SWA Rusty crayfish were discovered last year at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. a a b 2 www.wildlife.state.co.us/ WildlifeSpecies/Profiles/Pages/WildlifeProfiles.aspx Rusty Crayfish: aggressive and opportunistic 1 p h ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will enter any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/ Management/MandatoryBoat Inspections/Pages/Mandatory BoatInspections.aspx. 3 o o s E w 4 r O A d 5 t c l t H r n 6 r p a n v 7 d �reference 2013 Colorado Fishing Illegally moving fish from one river or lake to another can wipe out fisheries, take away fishing opportunities and waste angler dollars. Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. CPW officials are evaluating additional steps to combat this destructive activity. Why illegal stocking is a problem © CPW Stocking waters with fish, unwanted aquatic pets or other species is illegal and can damage a water system. • Biologists have stopped stocking fish in some lakes because illegally introduced fish eat most or all of the stocked fish. This wastes your license dollars. • Illegally stocked fish compete for food and space with the fish that belong in lakes and streams. This can change the whole ecology of report it! If you have information about illegal stocking activity, contact Operation Game Thief. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. game.thief@state.co.us or call 1-877-265-6648 the system and lessen the quality of fishing overall. • Once an illegally stocked fish population has become established, the only recourse is to start over by treating the lake to kill ALL the fish. Treatments can cost millions of dollars. It also requires money that could be spent on improving fishing opportunities for anglers like you. • Illegally moving fish from one water to another can spread disease. Some of these, such as whirling disease, can cost millions of dollars to combat. reference ! illegal stocking: protect your fisheries What you can do • Do not move fish from one body of water to another. Collection and transportation of wild-caught live bait is restricted in the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. • On waters that have no bag and possession limits on certain species, you are encouraged to keep those fish. “No-bag” limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked or are no longer desired. • Report illegal stocking activity to Operation Game Thief. license requirements 1. ADULTS — People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as prohibited in this brochure. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a CPW location or license agent for $1, which consists of the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. a. Free lifetime low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any CPW location. 4. SECOND-ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 5. COMMERCIAL license — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at CPW locations. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. child support delinquency — State law requires a Social Security number to buy a license. It is provided, if requested, to Child Support Enforcement authorities. Licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Current licenses are invalid if held by a person noncompliant with child support. 7. ARMED FORCES exemption — Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing or hunting license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 3 and No. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or Colorado ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a fishing license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a fishing license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required six month period. 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in No. 3 and No. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at CPW locations. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer. b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/ Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. 7 �Reference 2013 Colorado Fishing special conditions and restrictions 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. SOME PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, sticklebacks, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfins, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, 8 reference in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live baitfish from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio threatened, endangered and nongame species If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. It is illegal to take or use the following: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail chub, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse’s toad. Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. Bullfrogs and Salamanders — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. Crustaceans — Taking crustaceans, crayfish, for commercial use is allowed. Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)). Crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately. All set pots and traps must be labeled with the licensee’s name, address and license number. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. Mollusks — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. Ice fishing — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is il- legal to re­lease tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. Illegal take and transfer of fish — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. Emergency Closure of Fishing Waters — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of the following criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. ProTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters, and the integrity of aquatic wildlife populations. 12. Emergency Public Salvage — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. �reference 2013 Colorado Fishing glossary of fishing terms » Artificial flies and lures means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » Bait means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » Chumming means placing fish, parts of fish or other material upon which fish might feed in the waters of this state for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken, but such term shall not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » Common hook means any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » fishing is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » Float tube means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » Game fish means all species of fish except unregulated species, prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (mackinaw), and rainbow trout; splake (lake trout/brook trout hybrids); arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; and minnows. » Gig means a barbed fork with one or more tines which is attached to a handle. » Jugs means floats to which are at- tached a line and common hook. » Minnow means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, top minnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, or those designated as nonregulated. See the box on page 8, and in Chapter 10 and 11 of CPW regulations online. » Natural stream is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » Net means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » Personally attended line means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. » Size or Length means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » Seining means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » Snagging means the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » Trotline is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. 1. One personally attended line Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. Trotlines reference legal fishing methods a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Trotlines shall be tagged with the user’s name, CID number and date set. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. Jugs a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the owner or user’s name and CID number. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Wildlife Areas brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10-33. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. Snagging is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. Seines and cast-nets a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger sala- mander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. By hand or with dip nets a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 8. 8. Livetraps Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish. 9. Artificial light may be used as a fishing aid. 10. Bait may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. 9 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS special regulations for fishing waters Regulations = Gold Medal Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy G trout fishing. See page 4 for details. RED WATER NAMES = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that water have changed since last year. The following waters and CPW properties have more restrictive fishing regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 3) apply. ATTENTION! This brochure includes fishing regulations, such as bag and possession limits. State wildlife areas have additional access and land regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult CPW’s State Wildlife Areas brochure for specific property regulations. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. Abrams Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works and Mann-Nyholt Lakes) - Adams 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Adobe Creek Reservoir (Blue Lake) - Bent, Kiowa 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Agnes Lakes (Upper and Lower Lakes) - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ! fishing maps are online PDFs of the maps in the brochure ­— and more — are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field! www.bit.ly/COFishMaps Akron City Lake - Washington 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir - Mineral (map, page 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. American Lakes (Snow and Michigan Lakes) - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Animas River - La Plata G From the confluence with Lightner Creek to the Rivera Crossing Bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From the confluence with Hermosa Creek downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Antelope Creek, West - Gunnison 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Antero Reservoir - Park (map, page 29) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Apache Creek, North and South Forks - Huerfano From the headwaters downstream to the USFS boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited. online Eating your catch? Check health advisories Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages Colorado residents to go fishing and enjoy eating the fish they catch. Keep in mind that not all fish should be eaten in unlimited amounts. Fish are an important part of a healthy diet. They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and nutrients. However, some fish meat may contain chemicals that could pose health risks. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in cooperation with CPW, test fish throughout the state for the presence of certain contaminants (such as mercury, arsenic and selenium) that may be present in some fish. Mercury in fish does not affect water quality. Lake recreation and the consumption of your city’s drinking water are both safe activities. Current advisories are online at: www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/FishCon/index.html. 10 PDF Fish Maps Arapahoe Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, and Snapper Ponds) - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapaho Creek - Grand (map, page 15) From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS RD. 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Archuleta Creek - Saguache within the Cochetopa State Wildlife Area (Snyder Ranch) downstream from Dome Lakes State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Lake (map, page 11) From the U.S. 24 river overpass downstream to the lower boundary of the Hayden Ranch, as posted: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont, Pueblo From the Stockyard Bridge (Chaffee CR 102) below Salida downstream 7.5 miles to the confluence with Badger Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. Within the Pueblo Reservoir State Wildlife Area: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. From the bridge at Valco Ponds downstream to Pueblo BLVD. (except at Pueblo Nature Center as posted): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to water immediately. Arkansas River, Middle Fork of the South Arkansas - Chaffee From the headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Augustora Creek - Archuleta 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Regulations Aurora (Senac) Reservoir - Arapahoe 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Bard Creek - Clear Creek From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the west fork of Clear Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Barker Reservoir - Boulder 1. Ice fishing prohibited. Barr Lake - Adams 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Bear Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Conejos River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek - El Paso From the headwaters downstream to Gold Camp Road: 1. Fishing prohibited. Bear Creek - Jefferson From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Creek Reservoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma From the headwaters downstream to confluence with the Dolores River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek Reservoir - Jefferson 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Bear River - Garfield, Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Beaver Creek - Gunnison 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Beaver Creek, West - Gunnison 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Beaver Creek Reservoir - Rio Grande Big Bend Creek - La Plata 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. (map, page 26) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 11 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Regulations Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson 1. Bag and possesion limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. Big Lake - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Big Thompson Ponds - Larimer 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Big Thompson River - Larimer From the base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to the bridge at Waltonia: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) - Alamosa 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. Blanco River - Archuleta From the Blanco Diversion Dam downstream to the confluence with the San Juan River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 38 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. Blue River - Grand, Summit (map, page 12) G gold medal waters from dillon reservoir dam to green mountain reservoir inlet From the north inlet at Summit cr 3 (Coyne Valley Road 3 miles north of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Reservoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Dillon Dam downstream to north city limits of Silverthorne: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 12 From north city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Colo. 9 bridge over the Blue River at Blue River State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Colo. 9 bridge over the Blue River at Blue River State Wildlife Area downstream to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. G From Green Mountain Reservoir dam downstream to the Colorado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �REGULATIONS 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Bobtail Creek - Grand (map, page 15) From the headwaters downstream to the Denver Water Board Diversion: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Boss Lake - Chaffee 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder From the upper end of Eben Fine Park (within Boulder city limits) downstream to 55th Street: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Boyd Lake - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Brush Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) From the confluence with the Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Brush Creek, West - Eagle (map, page 14) In the Sylvan Lake inlet and upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. Brush Hollow Reservoir - Fremont 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Bull Basin Reservoir No. 1 - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Bull Creek Reservoirs no. 1, no. 2 and Connecting Channels - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Burgess Creek - garfield, Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Button Rock (Ralph Price) Reservoir - Boulder 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. 4. Additional permit from city of Longmont required. Call (303) 651-8649 for details. Cabin Creek - Garfield (map, page 32) From Trappers Lake upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited. Canyon Creek - Garfield (map, page 27) From north side of I-70 Bridge downstream to confluence with the Colorado River: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Carnero Creek: Middle, north and south - Saguache (map, page 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Carter Creek - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and max. size for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 3. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 4. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Cascade Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano From the headwaters downstream to the USfs boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited. Cat Creek - Rio Grande, Conejos 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Cat Creek, North and south Forks - Rio Grande 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Cataract Creek - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Chalk Creek - Chaffee Within Wright’s Lake State Wildlife Area 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Chartier Pond - Morgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Chatfield Reservoir - Douglas, Jefferson (map, page 28) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. Regulations Bonny Reservoir - Yuma Note: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish 2013 Colorado Fishing Cheesman Reservoir - Douglas, Jefferson (map, page 28) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 - April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-30. Cherry Creek Reservoir - Arapahoe 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. Cheyenne Creek, North - El Paso, Teller From the headwaters downstream to Gold Camp Road: 1. Fishing prohibited. Cimarron River - Montrose 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. Clear Creek - Chaffee (map, page 11) From the gauging station (approximately 0.5 of a mile above Clear Creek Reservoir) downstream to Clear Creek Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Clear Creek - La Plata 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds - Adams 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. Clear Creek Reservoir - Chaffee (map, page 11) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Clear Lake - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 13 �Regulations 2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Cline ranch swa - Park 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Clinton Reservoir - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache within Cochetopa State Wildlife Area (Snyder Ranch): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand, Mesa (maps, pages 15, 27 and online) G gold medal waters from fraser river to troublesome creek. From Lake Granby Dam downstream to the U.S. 40 bridge approximately 3 miles west of Hot Sulphur Springs: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the U.S. 40 bridge approximately 3 miles west of Hot Sulphur Springs downstream to confluence with Troublesome Creek (approximately 5 miles east of Kremmling): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 14 From the confluence with the Williams Fork River downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. confluence with North Boulder Creek: 1. Fishing prohibited. Conejos River - Conejos (map, page 17) From the lower bridge at town of Platoro downstream to the confluence with the South Fork of the Conejos River: From confluence with Troublesome Creek downstream to I-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle (excluding 50 yards upstream and downstream of confluences with Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Creeks): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, from 50 yards upstream and downstream of the confluences with Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Creeks: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Colorado River, North Fork including Shadow Mountain Spillway Grand (map, page 15) From Shadow Mountain Dam Spillway to Lake Granby, including Columbine Bay to the Twin Creek inlet: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Como Creek - Boulder From the headwaters downstream to the 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to the upper boundary of Aspen Glade Campground: 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos (map, page 17) From the headwaters including Big Lake, downstream to and including Rock Lake and its outlet: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immedi- ately. Connected Lake - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Regulations 15 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Regulations CUTTHROAT trout: holding on to a legacy Cutthroat trout © CPW Cooper Lake - Hinsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Cornelius Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with George Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Corral Creek - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Cottonwood Creek, Little - Moffat (map, page 33) From Freeman Reservoir upstream for 0.25 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. Crawford Reservoir - Delta 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. From the fence on top of the Crawford Reservoir dam downstream to the north boundary fence: 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco (map, page 33) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Culebra Creek - Costilla From the Colo. 159 bridge downstream approximately 3 miles to the Jaquez Bridge: 16 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. 3. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Vistor Center. Cunningham Creek - Pitkin 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Daigre Lake - Huerfano 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. Deep Creek - San Miguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Saguache 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2.Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Delaney Butte Lakes (North, South, and East) - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow and cutthroat trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of G standing water line. North Delaney Butte Lake: 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. on dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. South Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. Dixon Lake - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Dolores River - Dolores, Mesa, Montezuma, Montrose, San Miguel From confluence with West Fork of the Dolores River downstream to the standing water line of McPhee Reservoir: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15- Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. From McPhee Dam downstream approximately 11 miles to the Bradfield Bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From McPhee Dam downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Doty Park Lake - Morgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Duke Lake - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. Eagle River - Eagle (map, page 14) From the confluence of the East Fork and the South Fork downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the I-70 Exit 147 bridge in Eagle downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Regulations 17 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS East Pass Creek - Saguache 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Regulations East River - Gunnison From the upstream property boundary at the Roaring Judy Fish Hatchery downstream to confluence with the Taylor River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to southern Roaring Judy SFU boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. Echo Canyon Reservoir - Archuleta 1. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Elaine T. Valente Open Space Lakes, North Lake - Adams 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Eleven Mile Reservoir - Park (map, page 29) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 east of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Elk River - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Elk River (North, South, and Middle Forks) - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Elkhead Reservoir - Moffat, Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. Emerald Lakes (Big and Little) - Hinsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. In the Lake Creek inlet for 0.5 of a mile above Big Emerald Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. 18 Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco (map, page 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Fish Creek - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Florida River - La Plata From the headwaters downstream to Lemon Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From the U.S. 160 bridge east of Durango downstream to the confluence with the Animas River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Fourmile Creek - Garfield (map, page 27) From the confluence with the Roaring Fork River upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Frank Easement Ponds (North and South) - Weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Fraser Creek - Garfield (map, page 32) From Trappers Lake upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited. Fraser River - Grand (map, page 15) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with St. Louis Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. From the confluence with St. Louis Creek downstream to the Colorado River: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Freeman Reservoir - Moffat (map, page 33) Within 50 yards on either side of the inlet and upstream for 0.25 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. French Gulch - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Fryingpan Lakes No. 2 and No. 3 - Pitkin 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Fryingpan River - Eagle, Pitkin (map, page 27) G From Ruedi Dam downstream to the confluence with the Roaring Fork River, approximately 14 miles: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. 3. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. George Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Sheep Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Golden Park Ponds no. 1, 2, 3, and 4 - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. On Golden Park Ponds no. 1 and No. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Gore Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) G From the confluence with Red Sandstone Creek downstream to the confluence with the Eagle River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Grand Lake - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. From Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. Grandview Ponds - Adams 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Graneros Creek - Pueblo From the headwaters downstream to the usfs Boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited. Green Creek, Little - Grand, Routt (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Green Mountain Reservoir - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. �REGULATIONS Green River - Moffat 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Griffith Reservoir - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata From the headwaters downstream to the standing water line of Vallecito Reservoir: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Grizzly Creek - Garfield (map, page 27) From the confluence with the Colorado River upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Gross Reservoir - Boulder 1. Fishing prohibited from 9 p.m.-4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. Groundhog Creek - Dolores From Groundhog Reservoir upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. Groundhog Reservoir - Dolores In the Nash Creek and Groundhog Creek inlets upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison, Montrose gold medal waters from 200 yards downstream of the crystal reservoir dam downstream to north fork. From the closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam downstream to Morrow Point Reservoir Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Morrow Point Reservoir dam downstream for 130 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. From the closure sign below Morrow Point Reservoir dam downstream to Crystal Reservoir Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Crystal Reservoir dam downstream for 200 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. From 200 yards downstream of the Crystal Reservoir dam downstream to the Relief Ditch diversion (5 miles above Austin Bridge): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. From the confluence with the Smith Fork downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Gunnison, Hinsdale From the headwaters downstream to the waterfall at Sherman: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. From first bridge crossing above Lake San Cristobal downstream to Lake San Cristobal: G 1. Artificial flies only. From the confluence of the East and Taylor rivers downstream to the U.S. 50 bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. From the confluence of the East and Taylor Rivers downstream to the standing water line of Blue Mesa Reservoir, including all tributary canals and diversions: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream for 225 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. good places to... From the confluence with High Bridge Gulch downstream to the BLM boundary below “The Gate” campground: trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. From the BLM boundary below “The Gate” campground to the confluence with Cherry Creek: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the confluence with Cherry Creek downstream to the upper Red Bridge campground boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. take kids fishing » Chipeta Lake, Montrose Co. » Corn Lake, Mesa Co. » Fairplay Beach, Park Co. » Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. » Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. » Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Regulations 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 2013 Colorado Fishing Park, Douglas/Jefferson Cos. » Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. » Quail Lake, El Paso Co. » St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. » West Lake, Mesa Co. More places: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Fishing/Where ToGo/101Places/ Pages/101Places.aspx From the upper Red Bridge campground boundary downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Gunnison River, North Fork - Delta, Gunnison From the confluence with Anthracite Creek downstream to the confluence with the Gunnison River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Gypsum Ponds SWA - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco (map, page 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Reservoir Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. HamiLton Creek - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 19 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Hanging Lake - Garfield (map, page 27) 1. Fishing prohibited. Harvey Gap Reservoir - Garfield (maps, page 27 and online) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth Regulations bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. Hat Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) - Phillips 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Hayden Creek: 1. Fishing prohibited. Headache Creek - Archuleta 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Heberton Creek - Garfield (map, page 32) From Trappers Lake upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited. Henry Reservoir - Crowley 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Hermosa Creek, East Fork - La Plata From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Sig Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Hidden Lakes - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Highline Reservoir - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Himes Creek - Mineral 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. Hohnholz Lake no. 3 - Larimer 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. 20 Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) - Phillips 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet ditch) - Park (map, page 29) 1. Fishing prohibited. Horse Creek Reservoir (Timber Lake) - Bent, Otero Note: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir - Larimer 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15-May 31. Huerfano River - Huerfano From the headwaters downstream to the USfs boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Hunt Lake - Chaffee 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Illinois River - Jackson Within Diamond J State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Jackson Lake (Reservoir) - Morgan 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. In the portion of the lake in Jackson Lake State Park north of the boat ramp: 1. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. Jayhawker Ponds - Larimer 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. Jerry Creek Reservoirs no. 1 and 2 Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. Jim Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From the confluence with Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Colo. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. Joe Wright Reservoir - Larimer (map, page 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. John Martin Reservoir - Bent 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Johnstown Reservoir - Weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Jumbo Reservoir - Logan, Sedgwick 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. Juniata Reservoir - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. Kelly Lake - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Kenney Reservoir - Rio Blanco (map online, see page 10) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Kerr Lake - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Ketner Lake - Jefferson 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center) - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Kinney Creek (3 miles east of Hot Sulphur Springs) - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Lake John - Jackson 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Kitson Reservoir - Mesa Laramie River - Larimer (map online, see page 10) 2, 16 inches long. KOA Lake - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. La Plata River - La Plata From the U.S. 160 bridge downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Lagerman Reservoir - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Lake Arbor - Jefferson 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Lake Creek - Hinsdale From Big Emerald Lake inlet upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. Lake Dorothey - Las Animas Within Lake Dorothey State Wildlife Area, including Schwachheim Creek and all other drainages into the lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Lake Fork Creek - Lake (map, page 11) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Glacier Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Lake Granby - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1-Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. In Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin good places to... Within Hohnholz State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Lester Creek - Routt (map, page 33) For 0.25 of a mile upstream and 0.25 of a mile downstream from Pearl Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. Lon Hagler Reservoir - Larimer 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 18 inches long. Lone Pine Creek - Larimer From Parvin Lake upstream to Larimer Cr 74E (Red Feather Lakes Road): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Lone Tree Reservoir - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. Long Draw Reservoir - Larimer (map, page 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache within Cochetopa State Wildlife Area (Snyder Ranch): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale, La Plata From the headwaters downstream to the Weminuche Wilderness boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the U.S. 160 bridge in Bayfield downstream to Navajo Reservoir: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison (map, page 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Lowell Ponds - Adams 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. fish for kokanee » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. Regulations 1. Bag, possession and min. size for grayling is Creek upstream: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. » Lake Granby, Grand Co. » Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. » Williams Fork Reservoir, Grand Co. » Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. Discover more places to catch a lunker or enjoy the sun: www.wild life.state.co.us/Fishing/WhereToGo/ Hot Spots/Pages/HotSpots.aspx Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Bag, possession and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Mad Creek - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Mancos River - Montezuma From the U.S. 160 bridge in Mancos downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Martin Lake - Huerfano 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. May Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From headwaters downstream to the confluence with Poudre River: 1. Fishing prohibited. McCall Lake - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. McElmo Creek - Montezuma From the U.S. 160 bridge east of Cortez downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. McKay Lake - Adams 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or 21 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Regulations McMurry Ponds - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir - Montezuma 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Meadow Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. On the south side of the reservoir and from the west face of the dam: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Monument Reservoir - Las Animas 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Morrison Creek - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison, Montrose 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir - Meadow Creek, East - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Lake (map, page 11) Medano Creek - Saguache, Alamosa 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Muddy Creek, Little - Grand Medano Creek, Hudson Branch - Saguache 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Nash Creek - Dolores From Groundhog Reservoir upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. Nee Noshe Reservoir - Kiowa 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Nee So Pah Reservoir (Sweetwater and Jet) - Kiowa Note: At publication, this reservoir is dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Newlin Creek - Custer, Fremont From the headwaters downstream to the USFS boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin (map, page 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield (map, page 27) From the confluence with the Colorado River upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. North Lake State Wildlife Area - Las Animas 1. Artificial flies and lures only. North Platte River - Jackson Medano Creek, Little - Saguache 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Native Lake - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Meredith Reservoir - Crowley 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Navajo Lake - Dolores 1. Artificial flies and lures only. G Michigan River - Jackson Navajo Reservoir - Archuleta 1. Trotlines permitted. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Within Diamond J State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Middle Creek, East - Saguache From headwaters downstream to the waterfall approximately 2.5 miles upstream from the confluence with Middle Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Miners Creek - Saguache (map, page 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Mitchell Creek - Garfield (map, page 27) From the headwaters downstream to the upper boundary of the Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im22 Montgomery Reservoir - Park 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. mediately. At the Navajo State Park boat ramp and mooring cove only: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. Navajo River - Archuleta, Conjeos From the headwaters downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. From the Oso Diversion Dam downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Nee Gronda Reservoir - Kiowa 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Within Brownlee or Verner State Wildlife Areas: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the southern boundary of the Routt National Forest downstream to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon): North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Shields Ponds - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. North Sterling Reservoir - Logan 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. North Taylor Creek - Custer 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS Northwater Creek - Garfield (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Paonia Reservoir - Gunnison From the top of Paonia Dam downstream to the boundary fence below the stilling basin: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Parachute Creek, East Fork - Garfield (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Parachute Creek, East Middle Fork Garfield (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Parvin Lake - Larimer (map, page 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. In the inlet stream (Lone Pine Creek) upstream to Larimer CR 74E (Red Feather Lakes Road): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Pass Creek - Mineral (map, page 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Pasture Creek - La Plata, San Juan 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Pearl Lake - routt (map, page 33) including the inlet stream for 0.25 of a mile above the inlet and the outlet stream for 0.25 of a mile below the outlet: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. Pella Crossing Recreation Area Ponds (All Ponds) - Boulder 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From the headwaters downstream to the intersection with USFS Trail #928 (Signal Mountain Trail): 1. Fishing prohibited. Piedra River - Archuleta From Piedra River bridge on USFS 631 (Piedra Road) downstream to the lower boundary of the Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. good places to... ice fish in january » Antero Reservoir, Park Co. » Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. » Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. » Jumbo From the U.S. 160 bridge downstream to Navajo Reservoir: Reservoir, Logan Co. catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. » Miramonte 1. No bag or possession limit for channel Piedra River, East Fork - Mineral, Hinsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Recreation Area - El Paso, TELler (Crystal, North Catamount & South Catamount reservoirs) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. North Catamount Reservoir only: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Pit D Pond - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Poage Lake - Rio Grande (map, page 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. Poose Creek - Rio Blanco (map, page 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Porcupine Lake - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer (map, page 24) From Rocky Mountain National Park boundary downstream to the confluence with Joe Wright Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From upper boundary of Big Bend campground downstream to confluence with Black Hollow Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From west boundary of the Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Regulations Osier Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2013 Colorado Fishing Reservoir, San Miguel Co. Find a spot on the ice on the CPW website: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Fishing/Reports/ Pages/IceFishing.aspx the Pingree Park Road/bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From upper boundary of Gateway Park (water diversion for fort Collins) downstream to the confluence with the North Fork of the Poudre River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Poudre River, North Fork - Larimer (map, page 24) From the confluence with Divide Creek downstream to Bull Creek (above Halligan Reservoir): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From Milton Seaman Reservoir downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Poudre River, South Fork - Larimer (map, page 24) From the Rocky Mountain National Park boundary downstream for one mile: 1. Fishing prohibited. Prewitt Reservoir - Logan, Washington 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available on the CPW website or at license agents. 23 �Regulations 2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 24 �REGULATIONS Pronger Pond - Logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. Prospect Ponds no. 2 and 3 - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir - Pueblo 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for walleye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. - 9 a.m. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. Purgatoire River, Middle Fork - Las Animas Within Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. Purgatoire River, South Fork - Las Animas Within Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. Queens Reservoir, North and South - Kiowa Note: At publication, these reservoirs are dry. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Quincy Reservoir - Arapahoe 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Min. size for tiger muskie is 40 inches long. 5. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Rec. as posted. Rampart Reservoir - El Paso 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. Ranch Creek, North Fork - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Red Lion SWA - Logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Ridgway Reservoir - Ouray 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Rifle Gap Reservoir - Garfield (maps, page 27 and online) 1. Big, possession and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for small- mouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. Rio Blanco Lake - Rio Blanco (map online, see page 10) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches may be taken per day. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos (map, page 17) From headwaters downstream to the waterfall at the South San Juan Wilderness boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral, Rio Grande (map, page 26) From lower boundary of River Hill Campground downstream to the west fence of Masonic Park: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag, possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G From Colo. 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to the Rio Grande Canal diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Riverbend Ponds no.1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 - Larimer 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. River’s Edge Natural Area Ponds (Bass, Dragonfly, and Sandpiper) - larimer 1. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is 5. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Roaring Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Regulations Bass Lake and West Prospect Lakes only: 2013 Colorado Fishing Roaring Fork Creek - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Roaring Fork of the North Platte - Jackson Within Odd Fellows or Manville State Wildlife Areas: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin, Garfield (map, page 27) G gold medal waters from fryingpan river to colorado river From the confluence with McFarlane Creek downstream to the upper Woody Creek bridge: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River (excluding 50 yards upstream and downstream from the confluences with Fourmile Creek and Threemile Creek): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From 50 yards upstream and downstream from the confluences with Fourmile Creek and Threemile Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Rock Creek - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Rock Lake - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 25 �Regulations 2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin (map, page 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Rosemont Reservoir - Teller 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Saguache Creek, South Fork - Saguache (map, page 26) From headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Middle Fork of Saguache Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Rough Canyon - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Saint Vrain Creek (North) - Boulder Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Runyon/Fountain Lakes State Wildlife Area - Pueblo 1. Ice fishing prohibited. Saguache Creek - Saguache (map, page 26) From confluence of the Middle and South Forks downstream to the confluence with California Gulch: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 26 Saguache Creek, Middle Fork - Saguache (map, page 26) From headwaters downstream to the confluence with the South Fork of Saguache Creek: From the confluence with Horse Creek downstream to the inlet of Button Rock Reservoir: Saint Vrain State Park - Weld Bald Eagle Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Blue Heron Lake: 1. Bag, possession and min. size for bass is 1 in aggregate, 21 inches long. San Francisco Creek (Middle and West Forks) and West San Francisco Lake Rio Grande (map, page 26) portion on USFS lands including West San Francisco Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta From the intersection of U.S. 160 and U.S. 84 downstream through Pagosa Springs to the intersection of Apache Street with the river, including River Center Ponds: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the U.S. 160 bridge in Pagosa Springs downstream to Navajo Reservoir: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. San Miguel River - Montrose, San Miguel From the Colo. 90 bridge at Pinon downstream to the confluence with the Dolores River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Regulations 27 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Regulations sanchez reservoir - Costilla 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. Sarvis Creek - Grand, Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. All ponds except 1 and 1a: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. Schwachheim Creek - Las Animas Within Lake Dorothey State Wildlife Area: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Second Creek - Delta 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Severy Creek - El Paso From the headwaters downstream to the USFS boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand (map, page 15) From Shadow Mountain Reservoir downstream to Lake Granby including Columbine Bay to the Twin Creek inlet: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. Sheep Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) From the headwaters downstream to the Conejos River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sheep Creek - Larimer (map, page 24) From the confluence of the East and West Forks downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Sheep Creek, East and West Forks Larimer (map, page 24) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence of the East and West Forks: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Silver Lake - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 28 Slater Creek, South Fork and West Prong of the South Fork - Routt 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Regulations Snell Creek - Rio Blanco (map, page 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Soda Creek - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. South Platte Park (Littleton) - Arapahoe 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park, Teller (maps, pages 28-29) From the confluence of the Middle and South Forks downstream to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet: G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G From the outlet of Spinney Mountain Reservoir downstream to the inlet of Eleven Mile Reservoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. From immediately below Eleven Mile Dam downstream to the Wagon Tongue Gulch Road bridge at Springer Gulch (Eleven Mile Canyon): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G From Cheesman Dam downstream to the south property line at Wigwam Club: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G From the north boundary of the Wigwam Club downstream to Scraggy View Picnic Ground: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from the Denver Water Board’s Marston Diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Chatfield Dam downstream to C-470: 1. Bag and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. South Platte River, Middle Fork G- Park (map, page 29) From the Colo. 9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to the confluence with the South Fork of the South Platte: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. South Platte River, South Fork - Park (map, page 29) From U.S. 285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. From Antero Reservoir downstream in the newly constructed channel to the confluence with the existing channel: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From the lower boundary fence of Badger Basin State Wildlife Area downstream to the confluence with the Middle Fork of the South Platte: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to 29 �2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G Spinney Mountain Reservoir Park (map, page 29) Regulations 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. Sprat-Platte lake - Adams 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. Spruce Creek no. 1 - Grand (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Spruce Creek no. 3 - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Stalker Lake - Yuma 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Standley Lake - Jefferson 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G Steamboat Lake - routt Stearns Lake - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand (map, page 15) From headwaters downstream to the Denver Water Board Diversion: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Summit Reservoir - Montezuma 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Swamp Lakes - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Swan River - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Swan River, North Fork - Summit (map, page 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Sweitzer Lake - Delta 1. All fish except carp must be returned to the water immediately. 30 Sylvan Lake - Eagle (map, page 14) In the inlet and upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. Tamarack Ranch Pond - Logan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Taylor Creek, Little - Montezuma 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Download maps online www.bit.ly/COFishMaps You never know when the urge to fish is gonna strike. Taylor Park Reservoir - Gunnison 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Taylor River - Gunnison From the top of Taylor Dam and from the dam downstream for 325 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. From a point 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to the lower boundary of Taylor State Wildlife Area (approximately 0.4 of a mile): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Teller Lake - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle Lakes) - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Threemile Creek - Garfield (map, page 27) From the confluence with the Roaring Fork River upstream for 0.5 of a mile: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. PDF Fish Maps Now you can download our color-coded regulation maps to your smartphone. They’ll be with you whenever you’re ready to wet your line. 2. Bag, possession and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 ft. of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. Trinidad Reservoir - Las Animas 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. Trout Creek - Rio Blanco (map, page 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 4. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. Thurston Reservoir - Prowers 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Turquoise Reservoir - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Timberline Lake - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Tuttle Creek - Saguache 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Torsido Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Totten Reservoir - Montezuma 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Trapper Creek - Garfield (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Trappers Lake - Garfield (map, page 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Twin Lakes - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Two Buttes Reservoir - Baca 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Two Ledge Reservoir - Jackson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River - Ouray From Ouray CR 23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Wacker Ponds - Morgan 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. From the fence just below the USGS Gauge Station below Ridgway Dam downstream to the confluence with Cow Creek: Huerfano 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From the Ridgway Dam downstream to the confluence with the Gunnison River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Union Reservoir (Calkins Lake) - Weld 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Vallecito Creek - La Plata, San Juan Wahatoya State Wildlife Area 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. Walden Ponds (except Wally Toevs Pond) - Boulder 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Walker State Wildlife Area - Mesa (map online, see page 10) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of Feb. Walton Creek - Routt (map, page 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. From the headwaters downstream to the southern boundary of the Weminuche Wilderness: Waneka Lake - Boulder 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. From the southern boundary of the Weminuche Wilderness downstream to the La Plata CR 501 bridge: Ward Road Pond - Jefferson 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. From the La Plata CR 501 bridge downstream to the standing water line of Vallecito Reservoir: Watson Lake - Larimer (map, page 24) 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Vasquez Creek, Little - Grand (map, page 15) From the headwaters downstream to the Denver Water Board Diversion: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Vasquez Creek, South Fork - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. Vaughn Reservoir - Rio Blanco (map, page 33) 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. Virginia Gulch Creek, West - La Plata 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake (map, page 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. West Creek - Mesa From the Colo. 141 Bridge downstream 5 miles to the confluence of Ute Creek: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. West Cross Creek - Eagle (map, page 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. White River - Rio Blanco (maps, page 32 and online) From the confluence of the North and South Forks of the White River downstream to the Colo. 13 Bridge below Meeker (excluding the Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara lease, and the Meeker Pasture State Wildlife Area): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. On the Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara lease, and Meeker Pasture State Wildlife Area east of Meeker: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From the confluence of the North and South Forks of the White River downstream to Kenney Reservoir: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream to the state line: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. White River, North Fork - Rio Blanco Regulations From Ridgway dam downstream to the fence just below the USGS Gauge Station: (map, page 32) From the headwaters downstream to confluence with the South Fork of the White River: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. White River, South Fork - Rio Blanco (map, page 32) From the headwaters downstream to confluence with the North Fork of the White River: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Williams Fork Reservoir - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Northen pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From the buoy line at the Williams Fork River inlet upstream to the first Grand CR bridge: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15- Nov. 30. Williams Fork River - Grand (map, page 15) From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. Williams Gulch - Larimer (map, page 24) From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River: 1. Fishing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand (map, page 15) 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Windsor Reservoir - Weld 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 31 �Regulations 2013 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS Wolf Creek - Conejos (map, page 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Woods Lake State Wildlife Area - San Miguel 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Wrights Lake - Chaffee 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Yampa River - Routt, Moffat (map, page 33) From the headwaters to the confluence with Trout Creek (including tributaries): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. From Stagecoach Dam downstream for 0.6 of a mile: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From Stagecoach Dam downstream to Catamount Lake: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. From the headwaters of the Yampa River downstream to the confluence with the Green River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. From 0.6 of a mile below Stagecoach Dam downstream to the confluence with Walton Creek, excluding Catamount Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From the confluence with Walton Creek downstream for 4.8 miles to the James Brown (Soul Center of the Universe) bridge, in Steamboat Springs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. From the James Brown (Soul Center of the Universe Bridge) downstream to the Colo. 394 bridge near Craig: Youngs Creek Reservoirs No. 1, 2 and 3 - Delta (map online, see page 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. Yuma City Lake - Yuma 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer (map, page 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. Get Outdoors Get Outdoors 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Colorado Outdoors Magazine Subscribe online at: https://wildlifestore.state.co.us 32 �REGULATIONS 2013 Colorado Fishing Regulations 33 �Printed for free distribution by Colorado Parks and Wildlife 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 cpw.state.co.us online brochure NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. This brochure is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife office or at www.wildlife.state.co.us/RulesRegs/Regulations/Pages/Regulations.aspx. For questions, call CPW at (303) 297-1192. Good things come to those who wade ! Coming Soon Colorado Parks and Wildlife presents the Colorado Fishing Atlas, launching in mid-April. Much like the CPW Hunting Atlas, the Fishing Atlas lets anglers use an interactive map program to find out where to fish, what regualtions are in effect, and how to plan the best trip to multiple waters. Colorado Fishing Atlas www.bit.ly/cofishingatlas Brown trout photo © Dennis McKinney, CPW REPORT POACHERS Fish&Play OPERATION GAME THIEF: 1-877-COLOOGT EMAIL: GAME.THIEF@STATE.CO.US Earn a reward payment for reporting poachers or resource violations by calling Operation Game Thief. Callers don’t have to reveal their name, testify in court or sign a deposition. Do not call this number for information requests or emergencies. Buy online: www.bit.ly/cpwlicenses Parks: 38 places to fish, 365 days a year This year, you can buy your state parks pass when you buy your fishing license from Colorado Parks and Wildlife � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/d3fabbffc1c3e681db4479b07d04cf17.pdf 2e4b6698e03291b0ae6a3f6797caed16 PDF Text Text C O L O R A D O PA R K S A N D W I L D L I F E Colorado Fishing April 1, 2012 March 31, 2013 online brochure COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE • 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 • www.wildlife.state.co.us • www.parks.state.co.us �2012 Colorado Fishing TABLE OF CONTENTS • What’s new in 2012................................................................1 WILDLIFE SERVICE CENTERS WWW.WILDLIFE.STATE.CO.US Licenses and Information.............................. 1 • License fees, season dates, Habitat Stamp • Fishing condition reports WILDLIFE HEADQUARTERS FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 WILDLIFE SERVICE CENTERS GLENWOOD SPRINGS 0088 Wildlife Way Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Road 1 E. Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 BRUSH 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 MONTROSE 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Top Places To.... DENVER 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 • Take kids fishing.................................................................19 • Fish for kokanee.................................................................21 • Ice fish in January..............................................................23 • Go warm-water fishing....................................................25 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Springs, 80487 (970) 870-2197 Reference.................................................... 2-9 • Fish of Colorado .................................................................2 • Bag and possession limits................................................3 • Fishery programs................................................................4 • State records........................................................................5 • How to measure your catch.............................................5 • Aquatic nuisance species, information for boaters, how to clean waders and gear .................6 • Illegal stocking....................................................................7 • License, residency and disability requirements...........7 • Fishing restrictions and special conditions..................8 • Legal fishing methods, glossary of fishing terms...................................................9 Regulations for waters........................... 10-33 Maps • Upper Arkansas River.......................................................11 • Blue River Basin.................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium.........15 • Conejos and Alamosa rivers..........................................17 • Upper Poudre River Drainage........................................24 • Upper Rio Grande Basin..................................................26 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers...................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield................28 • South Platte River: South Park.......................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker.............................32 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig...............................33 OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a nonprofit organization working with CPW’s law enforce1-877-265-6648 ment. Citizens who report poachers or resource violations are paid rewards. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if information leads to an arrest of a poacher or an issuance of a citation. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. (This phone number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies.) 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 PHONE INFORMATION Fishing season dates Fish stocking Purchase a license (303) 291-7533 (303) 291-7531 1-800-244-5613 Report an oil or chemical spill in the water: 24-hour hotline at Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment 1-877-518-5608 Printed for free distribution by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us | www.parks.state.co.us Editor: Amy Nickelson | Cover photo © Scott Gilmore, CPW Printed Jan. 2012 by Publication Printers, Denver. 630,000 copies. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director: Rick D. Cables The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission (as of Feb. 2012): Tim Glenn, chair • Gary Butterworth, vice chair • Mark Smith, secretary • David R. Brougham, member • Chris Castilian, member • Dorothea Farris, member • Allan Jones, member • Bill Kane, member • Gaspar Perricone, member • James C. Pribyl, member • John Singletary, member • Robert Streeter, member • Lenna Watson, member • Dean Wingfield, member • Mike King, ex officio member • John Salazar, ex officio member CPW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. Colorado wildlife statutes and regulations are available for viewing at CPW offices and online at http://wildlife.state.co.us/RulesRegs/Pages/Regs.aspx. Printed on 30% recycled paper. Please recycle this brochure. �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing ANNUAL LICENSES ARE VALID APRIL 1, 2012-MARCH 31, 2013 COST » Habitat Stamp..........................................$10 Required for residents and nonresidents, ages 18-64. Add this to license fees below if you have not yet purchased a 2012 Habitat Stamp. RESIDENTS » Adult annual (ages 16-64)..................................$26 » Senior annual (64 and older).............................$1 For senior lifetime low-income licenses, see page 7 » Small Game & Fishing combo.........................$41 NONRESIDENTS » Annual . ...................................................................$56 » Five-day...................................................................$21 RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS » Second-rod stamp...............................................$5 The second-rod stamp is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16. (See page 7.) » One-day fishing....................................................$9 » Additional-day fishing........................................$5 Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased. Prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. BUY YOUR LICENSE ONLINE Go to www.wildlife.state.co.us/ShopDOW/ AppsAndLicenses/Pages/totallicensing.aspx LICENSES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE 1. By phone at 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards are accepted for phone and Internet purchases. 2. At license agents around the state 3. At Wildlife Service Centers WHAT YOU NEED TO BUY A LICENSE WHAT’S NEW2012 ARCHERY FISHING NOW ALLOWED TO TAKE KOKANEE IN CERTAIN SEASONS — Public input has helped establish a new regulation about archery fishing for kokanee salmon. It is now allowed at waters that are also open to snagging. Archers can only take fish by this method during the dates open for snagging. Special requirements apply for bows and archery-fishing equipment. See “Legal Fishing Methods” on page 9 for details. WILLIAMS FORK PIKE, LAKE TROUT FISHING — A proliferation of small lake trout at Williams Fork Reservoir has prompted an increased bag limit of eight fish. This is an effort to control the lake trout population and maintain a proper predator-prey balance in the reservoir. Anglers may only take one lake trout over 30 inches. Also at Williams Fork, taking northern pike by spearfishing, archery and gigs is now prohibited. See page 31. REDEAR SUNFISH LIMIT — Redear sunfish closely resemble other members of the sunfish family. They are now part of the statewide sunfish bag limit. Anglers may have up to 20 sunfish of various types in their possession. See page 3 for bag limits. FISHING CONDITIONS NOTE: Drought conditions are affecting the Eastern Plains. Please use these recorded updates or the CPW website to find current conditions for waters in the following areas of the state: Statewide........................... (303) 291-7534 Metro Denver and Foothills..................... (303) 291-7535 1. Current and valid photo ID 2. For residents, proof of residency 3. Habitat Stamp Northeast Colorado........ (303) 291-7536 Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an affidavit and paying a fee. See “License Requirements” on page 7 for more. Southeast Colorado....... (303) 291-7538 SEASON DATES Colorado waters are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year round, except as otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10-33. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish without a license or Habitat Stamp on the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. Northwest Colorado...... (303) 291-7537 Southwest Colorado...... (303) 291-7539 WALLEYE LIMIT AT CARTER LAKE — The REFERENCE LICENSE FEES new possession limit at Carter Lake has been reduced from six walleye to five. This regulation change brings the rules at Carter in line with the rest of the state, eliminating confusion over varying bag and possession limits. See page 13. REPORT SPILLS — If you see an oil or chemical spill in the water, call the 24hour spill hotline, 1-877-518-5608, at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response. OUR FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE — Have you ever driven by pristine waters and wondered if you can stop and drop a line? Our color-coded fishing regulation maps are now online. Look them up on your computer at www.bit.ly/COFishMaps, or download them to your smartphone and keep them with you on the road! WATCH FOR QR CODES — If you have a smartphone, scan the QR codes in this brochure to get immediate Web access to more information. You can also access the interactive version of this brochure online at www.bit.ly/COFishing2012. HABITAT STAMP 1. Stamps are $10 and are nonrefundable. Only one is required per person per year, valid April 1-March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. 2. Anyone 18-64 MUST purchase a stamp in order to buy or apply for a preference point or buy a hunting or fishing license. 3. EXEMPTIONS: Anyone with a free lifetime fishing license, a veteran’s lifetime combination small-game hunting and fishing license, or those approved for the Big-Game Mobility Impaired Hunting Program are exempt. See www.wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/ DisabledAccessibility/Pages/Disability Information.aspx for details about those programs. Get hooked Ready to learn how to fish? Whether you are 5 or 75, we’ve got clinics and instructors waiting for you. www.bit.ly/COFishingClinics 1 �REFERENCE KNOW YOUR COLORADO FISH WATCH ONLINE How to properly release a fish. TROUT FAMILY www.bit.ly/COFishRelease Black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides HOW TO RELEASE A FISH BROWN TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw BROOK TROUT If you plan to practice catchand-release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to catch and release MUST be returned to the water immediately. Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and redorange spots inside light blue circles Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white; body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles SPLAKE Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout LAKE TROUT (Mackinaw) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. » TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly play and release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT RAINBOW TROUT All fish illustrations by © Joe Tomelleri REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin extends over a silver body SUNFISH & CRAPPIE BASS FAMILY » KEEP THE FISH IN THE WATER as much as possible. » REMOVE THE HOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. Single barbless hooks can often be removed while the fish is still in the water. » GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. » TO REVIVE AN UNCON- SMALLMOUTH BASS LARGEMOUTH BASS Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides WIPER Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body Hybrid between white bass and striped bass GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim PIKE NORTHERN PIKE Horizontal rows of light-colored round/oval spots, on dark background TIGER MUSKIE Irregular dark colored vertical markings on a light background SCIOUS FISH hold it upright in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills. This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. BLUEGILL PERCH & OTHER SPORTFISH » WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING tally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. SAUGEYE MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH YELLOW PERCH Two separate dorsal fins, large vertical dark stripes on yellow sides HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS 2 WALLEYE Walleyesauger hybrid with black mottling marks on body A FISH, hold it horizon- Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly, efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is hooked deep in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deeply set hook than leaving it where it is. SAUGER Spotted dorsal fin, no white tip on tail, darker color Large, welldeveloped canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas, white-tip tail Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays, small mouth Mouth is smaller than a trout’s and it does not extend to below the center of the eye, as it does on a trout KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-graywhite pattern, males develop hook jaw and turn brick red BLACK CRAPPIE Black splotches on a silver background, dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT MUST BE RELEASED Anglers may catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River Basin. These fish must be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See page 8 for a full list of protected species to be released. HUMPBACK CHUB Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB Slight hump and a long, narrow tail COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edge keel behind the head �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. FISHING IN STATE PARKS AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at 38 of Colorado’s 42 state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the website for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply: http://parks.state.co.us/fishing/ Pages/Fishing.aspx. National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a CPW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/ planyourvisit/fishing.htm. STATEWIDE LIMITS Type of fish Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the posses­sion limit until consumed. MAP: WIPER/WHITE BASS AND WALLEYE/SAUGEYE BAG LIMITS The map below outlines the general areas of the Arkansas and South Republican River drainages (green) and the South Platte and North Republican drainages (yellow). If you are fishing for wiper, white bass, walleye or saugeye in these areas, the daily bag and possession limits are different for the two areas on the map. See the “Statewide Limits” chart at right for details. Daily mit Possession bag li limit TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON DAILY BAG LIMIT 4 8 10 10 10 10 5 5 10 10 5 5 10 10 20 20 10 10 20 20 20 20 unlimited unlimited 20 20 1 1 unlimited unlimited West of Continental Divide in aggregate* 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (crawdads), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited 50 50 (except kokanee) in aggregate* SEE “SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS” SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 10-33. READING THE LIMITS CHART REFERENCE STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout BROOK TROUT 8 inches long or less (in addition to trout limit above) KOKANEE SALMON angling, snagging or archery WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED in aggregate* BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER Statewide, in aggregate* On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate* CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE in aggregate* CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK in aggregate* BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, REDEAR SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH in aggregate* YELLOW PERCH West of Continental Divide East of Continental Divide TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (gilled and less than 5 inches long) * in aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. 3 �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE FISHERY PROGRAMS STREAM SURVEYS HELP BIOLOGISTS MANAGE FISHING Photo © CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish community rather than a single species. The collected data is used to track fish population trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management actions such as More about stocking and how fishery regulations, biologists and estabsample fish: lish realistic management www.wildlife.state. goals for a co.us/Fishing/Reports/ given lake or Managementand stream. Surveys/Pages/Fishery The fisher- WaterSummaries.aspx ies section of CPW conducts hunFishery data for dreds of lake some of your favorite and stream Colorado waters: surveys each www.wildlife.state. year. co.us/Fishing/Reports/ HighFishery SurveySummaries priority and brood waters /Pages/FisherySurvey such as Chat- Summaries.aspx field, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5-10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 4 WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY www.wildlife.state.co. us/ParksWildlifeCommission/ Policies/Pages/Policies.aspx GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. CPW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: GOLD MEDAL STREAMS ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Green Mountain Reservoir inlet; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Look Wyoming for the RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge at “G” next South Fork downstream to Rio Grande to a body of canal diversion structure water on pages ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fry10-33 to know ingpan River to the Colorado River that it’s a Gold Medal Water. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: » From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet G » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence GOLD MEDAL LAKES NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The CPW Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, or go to www.wildlife.state.co.us/ Fishing/AwardsRecords/Master Anglers/Pages/MasterAnglers. aspx. WILD TROUT PROGRAM CPW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Parks and Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing CARP & SUCKERS CRAPPIE SUNFISH BASS PERCH PIKE CATFISH SALMON TROUT SPECIES YEAR LOCATION WEIGHT LENGTH and county lbs. - ozs. in inches ANGLER Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 34 Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins Tiger 2005 Private pond, Park 4-15 21.5 Gene Hacker Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 1976 Private lake, Lincoln 20-1 32.75 Joe Poss Flathead 2011 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 15-6 32.25 David Parker Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 2011 Horseshoe Res., Heurfano 3-6 21.5 Jeff Riddle Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise Smallmouth 2011 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-11 21.5 Raymond Ong Largemouth 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez Striped 2009 C.F.&I. Res. No. 2, Pueblo 15-11 34.25 Manuel Aguilar Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Redear 2010 Stalker Lake, Yuma 5.9 oz. 7.875 William Noble Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 1988 Hollenbeck Res., Mesa 2-4 11.5 Jared Barley White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch Grass Carp 2010 Prospect Park Lake, Jefferson 51-0 42 Cody Moreland Common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp Sucker 2011 Aurora Res., Aurora 5-6.65 23.375 American Eel 1996 3-1 35 Green Flagler Res., Kit Carson Jay Grupp n/a STATE RECORDS PROGRAM Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 46 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be younger than 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a CPW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the CPW website at www. REFERENCE STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/AwardsRecords/ Pages/AwardsRecords.aspx. An award program is also offered for catchand-release anglers. Go to: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Fishing/AwardsRecords/Recordsby Length/Pages/ReleasedFishRecords.aspx. HOW TO MEASURE YOUR CATCH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE Species length (inches) Arctic char.................... 18 Black bullhead............ 14 Blue catfish.................. 30 Bluegill.......................... 10 Brook trout.................. 16 Brown trout................. 22 Channel catfish.......... 30 Common carp............. 30 Crappie.......................... 15 Cutbow trout.............. 22 Cutthroat trout........... 20 Golden trout............... 16 Grass carp..................... 30 Grayling........................ 15 Kokanee........................ 20 Species length (inches) Lake trout..................... 32 Largemouth bass...... 18 Northern pike............. 36 Pumpkinseed.............. 8 Rainbow trout............ 24 Redear sunfish............ 12 Saugeye........................ 26 Smallmouth bass....... 17 Splake............................ 20 Striped bass................. 28 Tiger muskie................ 40 Walleye.......................... 26 White bass.................... 17 Wiper............................. 25 Yellow perch................ 12 5 �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help CPW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: ! REPORT IT! If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to CPW by emailing ReportANS@state.co.us or call (303) 291-7295. 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine © CPW cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that Zebra mussels are just one example of aquatic might hold water. nuisance species that can ruin fishing waters. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the Wildlife Service Center in Denver or Grand Junction Monday-Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the CPW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Following all label precautions, perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: OPTION 1 — Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with 1:15 of Sparquat 256 institutional cleaner (3.1% concentration) (or other comparable institutional cleaning compound) and water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear and visually inspecting the gear for mud, plants or snails before rinsing. OPTION 2 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 3 — Dry waders and equipment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. OPTION 4 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES www.wildlife.state.co.us/ WildlifeSpecies/Profiles/Pages/WildlifeProfiles.aspx RUSTY CRAYFISH: AGGRESSIVE AND OPPORTUNISTIC Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sportfish by: » PREYING on all life stages of fish, am- Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Wildlife Species/ Profiles/Invasive Species/Pages/Rusty Crayfish.aspx phibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » COMPETING aggressively for habitat and food » DESTROYING productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must be immediately killed (by removing the head from the thorax) and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. 6 AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish were discovered last year at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area in Costilla County. To prevent their spread within and beyond this area, a CPW order prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will be entering any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado. Check the CPW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/ Pages/MandatoryBoatInspections. aspx. �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing Illegally moving fish from one river or lake to another can wipe out fisheries, take away fishing opportunities and waste angler dollars. Anyone caught moving fish illegally may be fined up to $5,000, can lose hunting and fishing privileges and may be held liable for the costs of eradication or removal. CPW officials are evaluating additional steps to combat this destructive activity. WHY ILLEGAL STOCKING IS A PROBLEM © CPW Stocking waters with fish, unwanted aquatic pets or other species is illegal and can damage a water system. • Biologists have stopped stocking fish in some lakes because illegally introduced fish eat most or all of the stocked fish. This wastes your license dollars. • Illegally stocked fish compete for food and space with the fish that belong in lakes and streams. This can change the whole ecology of ! REPORT IT! If you have information about illegal stocking activity, contact OPERATION GAME THIEF. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. game.thief@state.co.us or call 1-877-265-6648 the system and lessen the quality of fishing overall. • Once an illegally stocked fish population has become established, the only recourse is to start over by treating the lake to kill ALL the fish. Treatments can cost millions of dollars. It also requires money that could be spent on improving fishing opportunities for anglers like you. • Illegally moving fish from one water to another can spread disease. Some of these, such as whirling disease, can cost millions of dollars to combat. REFERENCE ILLEGAL STOCKING: PROTECT YOUR FISHERIES WHAT YOU CAN DO • Do not move fish from one body of water to another. Collection and transportation of wildcaught live bait is restricted in the state. Know these rules and follow them if you use live bait. • On waters that have no bag and possession limits on certain species, you are encouraged to keep those fish. “No-bag” limits are often established to aid in the management of species that were illegally stocked or are no longer desired. • Report illegal stocking activity to Operation Game Thief. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. ADULTS — People 16 and older are required to buy and carry with them a fishing license to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as noted in this brochure. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a Wildlife Service Center or license agent for $1, which consists of the 25cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. License must be carried while fishing. a. Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older for the same $1 fee as a senior license. These are valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any Wildlife Service Center. 4. SECOND-ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second rod, hand line or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. One stamp is allowed per season and is nontransferable. A second-rod stamp does not entitle an angler to an additional bag limit. a. Those with disability licenses must purchase a stamp if fishing with a second line. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have and carry with them a second-rod stamp if fishing with a second line. 5. COMMERCIAL LICENSE — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at Wildlife Service Centers. License holders must submit an annual report to CPW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY — State law requires a Social Security number to buy a license. It is provided, if requested, to Child Support Enforcement authorities. Licenses are not issued to those suspended for noncompliance with child support. Current licenses are invalid if held by a person noncompliant with child support. 7. ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION — Colorado resi- dents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a fishing or hunting license: 1. You must live in Colorado at least six consecutive months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 3 and No. 4 below). The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. 2. A valid Colorado driver’s license or Colorado ID is proof of residency if it was issued at least six months prior to buying a fishing license. If your ID or driver’s license was issued or renewed less than six months prior to purchasing a fishing license, you must provide documentation that proves you have been a resident for the required six month period. 3. U.S. military personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the military and keep Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (with Colorado as their home of record). Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 4. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time, out of state and pay nonresident tuition qualify for a resident license. 5. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live most of the time per court order. 6. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 7. Except as in No. 3 and No. 4 above, you lose your Colorado residency if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting or fishing license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado or get a driver’s license using an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the CPW website or at Wildlife Service Centers. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/ Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. b. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. c. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. 7 �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. SOME PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by CPW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, sticklebacks, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfins, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — a. Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in 8 REFERENCE waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. c. In Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. Transportation to, or use of, any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live baitfish from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into Colorado without authorization from CPW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and THREATENED, ENDANGERED AND NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: Arkansas darter, bluehead sucker, bonytail, boreal toad, brassy minnow, Colorado pikeminnow, common shiner, flannelmouth sucker, flathead chub, greenback cutthroat trout, humpback chub, Iowa darter, lake chub, mollusks, mountain sucker, northern leopard frog, northern redbelly dace, plains leopard frog, plains minnow, plains topminnow, plains orangethroat darter, razorback sucker, Rio Grande chub, Rio Grande sucker, river shiner, roundtail chub, southern redbelly dace, stonecat, suckermouth minnow, wood frog and Woodhouse’s toad. Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS — Taking crustaceans, crayfish, for commercial use is allowed. Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)). Crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately. All set pots and traps must be labeled with the licensee’s name, address and license number. In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is illegal to re­lease tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by CPW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by CPW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of the following criteria are met: a. Daily max. water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be prohibited as posted to protect: threatened or endangered species, spawning areas, waters used in CPW research projects, newly acquired access to fishing waters, and the integrity of aquatic wildlife populations. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, CPW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without CPW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by CPW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for CPW within 20 days of the contest end. �REFERENCE 2012 Colorado Fishing GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS » ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic nonedible, nonscented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » CHUMMING means placing fish, parts of fish or other material upon which fish might feed in the waters of this state for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken, but such term shall not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » COMMON HOOK means any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » GAME FISH means all species of fish except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (mackinaw), and rainbow trout; splake (lake trout/ brook trout hybrids); arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass/white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye/sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill/green sunfish); green, redear and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top and suckermouth minnows). » GIG means a barbed fork with one or more tines which is attached to a handle. » JUGS means floats to which are at- tached a line and common hook. » MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, top minnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered. See the box on page 8, and in Chapter 10 of CPW regulations online. » NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. » SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » SNAGGING means the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE. Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. REFERENCE LEGAL FISHING METHODS 2. TROTLINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Trotlines shall be tagged with the user’s name, CID number and date set. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Bonny, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, Queens (North and South), Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the owner or user’s name and CID number. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS Bow anglers are advised to reference the current State Wildlife Areas brochure for more regulations on waters that allow archery fishing. a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” pages 10-33. Other fish may be taken when authorized for specific waters in the regulation section. b. Archery may be used to take kokanee if a water is otherwise open to snagging. In such cases, the following applies: 1. Bows must have reel, fishing line and arrow attached to bow. 2. Bows must have arrow safety-slide mechanism that keeps fishing line in front of the arrow at all times. c. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. d. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in this brochure. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger sala- mander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by CPW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 8. 8. LIVETRAPS. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as fishing aid, except by chumming. 9 �2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS ! REGULATIONS = Gold Medal Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy G trout fishing. See page 4 for details. RED WATER NAMES = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that water have changed since last year. THE FOLLOWING WATERS AND CPW PROPERTIES HAVE MORE RESTRICTIVE FISHING REGULATIONS THAN STANDARD BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS, manner of take, fish­ing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations (page 3) apply. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. This brochure only includes fishing regulations, such as bag and possession limits. State wildlife areas have additional regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult CPW’s State Wildlife Areas brochure for regulations that apply to specific properties. ABRAMS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) - BENT, KIOWA FISHING MAPS ARE ONLINE PDFs of the maps in the brochure ­— and more — are available online. Store them on your smartphone for use in the field! www.bit.ly/COFishMaps AKRON CITY LAKE - WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 26) bass is 15 inches long. AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ANIMAS RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ANTERO RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth ARAPAHO CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS - JACKSON ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saug- eye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. PDF Fish Maps 1. Fishing prohibited. FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS RD. 125: ARCHULETA CREEK - SAGUACHE WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWNSTREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water imme- diately. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, FREMONT, LAKE, PUEBLO (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 1, 12 inches long. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, FREMONT, LAKE, PUEBLO FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BLVD. (EXCEPT AT THE PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout longer than 16 inches must be returned to the water immediately. EATING YOUR CATCH? CHECK ONLINE HEALTH ADVISORIES The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued fish consumption advisories for some Colorado waters. The advisories provide information on specific fish species and their size classes that may contain levels of contaminants posing human health risks. Fish consumption information is important for anglers who eat the fish they catch, especially children and pregnant or nursing women. Anglers should check these advisories before going fishing to see if their destination is included. The advisories can be found online at www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/ FishCon/index.html. 10 �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS - CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immedi- ately. REGULATIONS AUGUSTORA CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BARD CREEK - CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WEST FORK OF CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. BARKER RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. BARR LAKE - ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BEAR CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BEAR CREEK - EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO HIGH DRIVE: 1. Fishing prohibited. BEAR CREEK - JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. BEAR CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BEAR RIVER - GARFIELD, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. BEAVER CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 11 �2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS REGULATIONS BIG BEND CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/ or splake is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. BIG LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG THOMPSON PONDS - LARIMER 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 15 inches long. BIG THOMPSON RIVER - LARIMER FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDGE AT WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BLACK HOLLOW CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) - ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. BLANCO RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. BLUE MESA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only 1 lake trout longer than 38 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. BLUE RIVER - GRAND, SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON RESERVOIR DAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET FROM NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 12 FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH CITY LIMITS OF TOWN OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water imme- diately. FROM NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. �REGULATIONS FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water im- mediately. BOBTAIL CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immedi- ately. BONNY RESERVOIR - YUMA EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE IS IN EFFECT DUE TO RESERVOIR DRAINING 1. No bag or possession limit for any game fish species. 2. Trotlines and jugs permitted. BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. CABIN CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. CANYON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM NORTH SIDE OF I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. CARNERO CREEK, MIDDLE - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) BOSS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BOULDER CREEK - BOULDER FROM UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN BOULDER CITY LIMITS) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BOYD LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BRUSH CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BRUSH CREEK, WEST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR - FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BURGESS CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CARNERO CREEK, NORTH - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CARNERO CREEK, SOUTH - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CARTER CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CARTER LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and max. size limit for walleye is 3, 21 inches long. 3. Possession limit for walleye is 5. 4. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CASCADE CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CASCADE CREEK - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. CAT CREEK - RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CAT CREEK, NORTH FORK - RIO GRANDE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CAT CREEK, SOUTH FORK - RIO GRANDE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CATARACT CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CHARTIER POND - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. CHATFIELD RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, REGULATIONS FROM HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 2012 Colorado Fishing JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. CHEESMAN RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reser- voir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-30. CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH - EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. CIMARRON RIVER - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS - ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in CPW angler education activities. 13 �REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. CLEAR LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLINTON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. COCHETOPA CREEK - SAGUACHE ON PORTION WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. COLORADO RIVER - GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA (MAPS, PAGES 15, 27 AND ONLINE) GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK. G FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY THREE MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY 5 14 MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. COMO CREEK - BOULDER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. CONEJOS RIVER - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT THE TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 15 �2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS REGULATIONS CUTTHROAT TROUT: HOLDING ON TO A LEGACY Cutthroat trout © CPW CONNECTED LAKE - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. COOPER LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CORNELIUS CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GEORGE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. CORRAL CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE - MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 33) FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. CRAWFORD RESERVOIR - DELTA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. CROSHO RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. CRYSTAL LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CRYSTAL RESERVOIR - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 16 The rugged topography of the Rocky Mountain West has led to stream isolation and, in turn, the evolution of 14 recognized subspecies of cutthroat trout, making it the most diverse and wide-ranging trout species in North America. The greenback, Colorado River and Rio Grande cutthroat trout still call Colorado home, but all three have endured dramatic reductions in their native ranges, primarily due to the introduction of non-native trout. Rainbow trout hybridize with native cutthroat trout, while brook and brown trout tend to replace them in streams and rivers where they occur together. All three cutthroat trout subspecies are either currently listed or have been petitioned to be listed under the Endangered Species Act as a result. CULEBRA CREEK - COSTILLA FROM THE COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Landowner permission on a Colorado Cour- tesy Card required for access, available at San Luis Visitor Center. CUNNINGHAM CREEK - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DAIGRE LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. DEEP CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DEER BEAVER CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH AND EAST) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow and cutthroat trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to water immediately. NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of G standing water line. 2. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of stand- ing water line. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these prized game fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. Aquatic biologists on these teams use a variety of conservation measures to reclaim historic habitats and establish new populations. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only, and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions protect the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery efforts. DEPOORTER LAKE - SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DIXON LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOLORES RIVER - DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WEST FORK OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15- Dec. 31 when snagging is permitted. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. DOTY PARK LAKE - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOUG CREEK - MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DUKE LAKE - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 18 inches long. EAGLE RIVER - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 17 �2012 Colorado Fishing FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR 0.5 OF A MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. REGULATIONS 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. EAST PASS CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FAIRGROUNDS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. EAST RIVER - GUNNISON FAWN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and max. size for FREEMAN RESERVOIR - MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 33) WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR . 25 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. FRENCH GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FRYINGPAN RIVER - EAGLE, PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM RUEDI RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: trout is 2, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. FISH CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. G FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO SOUTHERN ROARING JUDY SFU BOUNDARY: FLORIDA RIVER - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 may be longer than 16 inches. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 east of inlet buoy line. ELK CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ELK RIVER - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH AND MIDDLE FORKS) - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. ELKHEAD RESERVOIR - MOFFAT, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 3. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. 18 REGULATIONS EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FORBES PARK LAKE - COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FORT MORGAN PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FOURMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. FRANK EASEMENT PONDS (NORTH AND SOUTH) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FRASER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. FRASER RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. GEORGE CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SHEEP CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1, 2, 3 AND 4 BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. GORE CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SANDSTONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRAND LAKE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 may be longer than 36 inches. 4. Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. GRANDVIEW PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. GRANEROS CREEK - PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. �REGULATIONS GREEN CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) GREEN RIVER - MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GRIFFITH RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRIMES CREEK - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. GRIZZLY CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from 9 p.m.-4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG CREEK - DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR - DOLORES IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GUNNISON RIVER - DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK. G FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUD- ING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. TOP 10 PLACES TO... FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 225 YARDS: 1. Chipeta Lake, Montrose Co. 2. Corn Lake, Mesa Co. 3. Fairplay Beach, Park Co. 4. Frantz Lake, Chaffee Co. 5. Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. 6. Kingfisher Cove at Chatfield State Park, Douglas/ Jefferson Cos. 7. Midwestern Farm Pond, Prowers Co. 8. Quail Lake, El Paso Co. 9. St. Vrain State Park, Boulder Co. 10. West Lake, Mesa Co. 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK - GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW “THE GATE” CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE TAKE KIDS FISHING REGULATIONS 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 2012 Colorado Fishing More places: www.wildlife. state.co.us/ Fishing/ Where ToGo/ Pages/Where toGo.aspx CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK - DELTA, GUNNISON FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GYPSUM PONDS SWA - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HAHN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. 19 �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing HAMILTON CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HANGING LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Fishing prohibited. HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) - HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD {MAPS, PAGE 27 AND ONLINE) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. HAT CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG - FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. HEADACHE CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HEBERTON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. HENRY RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SIG CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. HIDDEN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HIGHLINE RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. HIMES CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HINE LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 - LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. 20 REGULATIONS PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) BENT, OTERO 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HORSESHOE RESERVOIR - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15-May 31. HUERFANO RIVER - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HUNT LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ILLINOIS RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN THE DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) - MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. IN THAT PORTION OF THE LAKE IN JACKSON LAKE STATE PARK NORTH OF THE BOAT RAMP: 1. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND NO. 2 MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. 3. All fish must be returned to water immediately. JIM CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. JOE WRIGHT CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR - BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. JUMBO RESERVOIR - LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. On Jumbo SWA, visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available through the CPW website or at license agents. JUNIATA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KELLY LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KENNEY RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. KERR LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KETNER LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS KITSON RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. KOA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. LAGERMAN RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. LAKE ARBOR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LAKE CREEK - HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. LAKE DOROTHEY - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN THE LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. LAKE FORK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. LAKE GRANBY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 3. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 4. Jan. 1-Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is 4, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay upstream of Twin Creek inlet. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. LARAMIE RIVER - LARIMER WITHIN THE HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: LESTER CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) FOR 0.25 OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND . 25 OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. LON HAGLER RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1 in aggregate, 18 inches long. LONE PINE CREEK - LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. LONETREE RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LONG DRAW RESERVOIR - LARIMER FISH FOR KOKANEE 1. Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. 2. Lake Granby, Grand Co. 3. Vallecito Reservoir, La Plata and San Juan Cos. 4. Williams Fork Reservoir, Grand Co. 5. Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. Discover more places to catch a lunker or enjoy the sun: www.wild life.state.co.us/Fishing/WhereToGo/ Hot Spots/Pages/HotSpots.aspx MAD CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LOS PINOS CREEK - SAGUACHE ON THE PORTION WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. LOS PINOS RIVER - HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. LOST TRAIL CREEK - GUNNISON (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. LOWELL PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. MACK MESA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) LAKE JOHN - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. TOP 5 PLACES TO... 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. REGULATIONS LA PLATA RIVER - LA PLATA 2012 Colorado Fishing 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. MANCOS RIVER - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. MARTIN LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MAY CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. McCALL LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. McELMO CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. McKAY LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to water immediately. 21 �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS McMURRY PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: McPHEE RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. MONUMENT RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. MEADOW CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MORROW POINT RESERVOIR - GUNNISON, MEADOW CREEK, EAST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. (MAP, PAGE 11) MEDANO CREEK - SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH - NASH CREEK - DOLORES SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MEREDITH RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. MICHIGAN RIVER - JACKSON 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MORRISON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR - LAKE 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be re- turned to the water immediately. FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. NATIVE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NAVAJO LAKE - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NAVAJO RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. WITHIN THE DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. MIDDLE CREEK, EAST - SAGUACHE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. MINERS CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MITCHELL CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. 22 MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR - PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. AT THE NAVAJO STATE PARK BOAT RAMP AND MOORING COVE ONLY: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. NAVAJO RIVER - ARCHULETA, CONJEOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate, 15 inches long. NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NEWLIN CREEK - CUSTER, FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. NICKELSON CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NO NAME CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. NOLAN CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NORTH PLATTE RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN THE BROWNLEE OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. G FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH SHIELDS PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 5. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. NORTH TAYLOR CREEK - CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NORTHWATER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. �REGULATIONS OSIER CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 2012 Colorado Fishing PIEDRA RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1. 5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water im- PAONIA RESERVOIR (MUDDY CREEK) - FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: GUNNISON FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW THE STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK - GARFIELD (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK GARFIELD (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. mediately. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK - MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA - EL PASO, TELLER CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT AND SOUTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIRS IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PASS CREEK - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PASTURE CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PEARL LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) INCLUDING THE INLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE ABOVE THE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR 0.25 OF A MILE BELOW THE OUTLET 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. PENNOCK CREEK - LARIMER - (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE INTERSECTION WITH USFS TRAIL # 928 (SIGNAL MOUNTAIN TRAIL): 1. Fishing prohibited. 1. Antero Reservoir, Park Co. 2. Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. 3. Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. 4. Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. 5. Miramonte Reservoir, San Miguel Co. Find a spot on the ice on the CPW website: www.wildlife.state. co.us/Fishing/Reports/ Pages/IceFishing.aspx 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: PARVIN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ICE FISH IN JANUARY REGULATIONS OVERLAND TRAIL POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TOP 5 PLACES TO... 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIT D POND - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. POAGE LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 2, 12 inches long. POOSE CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PORCUPINE LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR ONE MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. PREWITT RESERVOIR - LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. On Prewitt SWA, visitors ages 19-64 must have annual Jumbo Res./Prewitt Res. access permit, unless you have a valid and current Colorado hunting or fishing license. Permits are $36, available through the CPW website or at license agents. PRONGER POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 23 �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing 24 REGULATIONS �REGULATIONS PROSPECT PARK LAKES - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. PUEBLO RESERVOIR - PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye is 5 in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of 5 and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of 5. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK LAS ANIMAS WITHIN THE BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water im- mediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK LAS ANIMAS WITHIN BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. QUINCY RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Recreation as posted. 4. Min. size for tiger muskie is 40 inches long. 5. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. RAMPART RESERVOIR - EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RED LION SWA - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. RHODES GULCH - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TOP 10 PLACES TO... RIDGWAY RESERVOIR - OURAY 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAPS, PAGE 27 AND ONLINE) 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for smallmouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye is 1, 18 inches long. 3. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. RIO BLANCO LAKE - RIO BLANCO (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches may be taken per day. RIO DE LOS PINOS - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. RIO GRANDE - HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEST FENCE OF MASONIC PARK: GO WARM-WATER FISHING 1. Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent/Kiowa Cos. 2. Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe Co. 3. Boyd Lake, Larimer Co. 4. Echo Canyon Reservoir, Archuleta Co. 5. Harvey Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. 6. Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. 7. McPhee Reservoir, Montezuma Co. 8. Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo Co. 9. Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. 10. Trinidad Reservoir, Las Animas Co. Discover more places: www.wildlife. state.co.us/Fishing/WhereToGo/Hot Spots/Pages/HotSpots.aspx ROARING FORK CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE JACKSON WITHIN THE ODD FELLOWS OR MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 3. Bag and possession limit and max. size for ROARING FORK RIVER - PITKIN, GARFIELD immediately. brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. G FROM THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. RIO LADO CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RIVERBEND PONDS NO. 1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ROAD BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ROARING CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2012 Colorado Fishing (MAP, PAGE 27) G GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MCFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 3. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 25 �REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing ROCK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SAGUACHE CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 26) ROCK LAKE - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: ROCKY FORK CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE FORK - SAGUACHE ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR - TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RUBY JEWEL LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 26 RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, SOUTH FORK - SAGUACHE SAINT VRAIN STATE PARK - WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. Bag and possession limit and min. size for bass is 1 in aggregate, 21 inches long. SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 26) THAT PORTION ON USFS LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. (MAP, PAGE 26) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAINT VRAIN CREEK (NORTH) - BOULDER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HORSE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF BUTTON ROCK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SAN JUAN RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 27 �2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS SAN MIGUEL RIVER - MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, REGULATIONS largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR - COSTILLA 1. Any crayfish taken must be immediately returned to the water it came from or be taken into possession immediately and killed by separating the tail from the body. SARVIS CREEK - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. SAWHILL PONDS - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALL PONDS EXCEPT 1 AND 1A: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. SCHWACHHEIM CREEK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SECOND CREEK - DELTA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SEVERY CREEK - EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE USFS BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. SHEEP CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SHEEP CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND WEST FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND WEST FORKS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 28 SILVER LAKE - MESA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS SLOAN LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SNELL CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SODA CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER (MAP, PAGES 28, 29) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: G 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 3. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM CHEESMAN RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE AT WIGWAM CLUB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. G FROM NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM DENVER WATER BOARD’S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM CHATFIELD DAM DOWNSTREAM TO C-470: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. G SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF THE BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 29 �2012 Colorado Fishing 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. G SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset REGULATIONS to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. SPRUCE CREEK NO. 1 - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SPRUCE CREEK NO. 3 - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. STALKER LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. STANDLEY LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. STEARNS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. STEELMAN CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. SUMMIT RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. SWAMP LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SWAN RIVER - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. SWEITZER LAKE - DELTA 1. All fish must be returned to water immediately. 30 REGULATIONS SYLVAN LAKE - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) IN THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. TAMARACK RANCH POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 2. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 may be longer than 26 inches. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. TAYLOR RIVER - GUNNISON FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND THEN FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TAYLOR STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 OF A MILE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. TELLER LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. THREEMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 0.5 OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIR - PROWERS 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TIMBERLINE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. TORSIDO CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TOTTEN RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TRAPPER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. TRAPPERS LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 32) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 3. Bag and possession limit and max. size for cutthroat is 2, 11 inches long. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for 0.5 of a mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. TRINIDAD RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in the aggregate. 3. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. TROUT CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 4. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. TURQUOISE RESERVOIR - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. TUTTLE CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. TWIN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. 2. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR - BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER - OURAY FROM THE OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water imme- diately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) - WELD 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA - MESA WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) (MAP, PAGE 32) VALLECITO CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN WALTON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND WANEKA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD ROAD POND - JEFFERSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) - DENVER 1. Fishing open only to youths 15 or younger. WATSON LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. VAUGHN RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. VIRGINIA LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WACKER PONDS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS HANSON BROS. PONDS) - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. WEST CREEK - MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WEST CROSS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WHITE RIVER - RIO BLANCO (MAPS, PAGE 32 AND ONLINE) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 400 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 32) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR - GRAND REGULATIONS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of Feb. (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Use of spearfishing, archery and gigs for the take of northern pike is prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Only 1 may be longer than 30 inches. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND COUNTY ROAD BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15- Nov. 30. WILLIAMS FORK RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. WILLIAMS GULCH - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. WINDSOR RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WOLF CREEK - CONEJOS (MAP, PAGE 17) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. WRIGHTS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 31 �REGULATIONS REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing YAMPA RIVER - ROUTT, MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 33) FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is 8. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR .6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, 2 AND 3 DELTA (MAP ONLINE, SEE PAGE 10) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water im- mediately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: YUMA CITY LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: ZIMMERMAN LAKE- LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 24) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Download our maps online www.bit.ly/COFishMaps You never know when the urge to fish is gonna strike. Now you can download our color-coded regulation maps to your smartphone. They’ll be with you whenever you’re ready to wet your line. 32 PDF Fish Maps �REGULATIONS 2012 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 33 �Printed for free distribution by Colorado Parks and Wildlife 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us online brochure NOTICE: This brochure includes information on fishing in Colorado. This brochure is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of statutes and regulations can be obtained from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife office or at www.wildlife.state.co.us/RulesRegs/Pages/Regs.aspx. For questions, call CPW at (303) 297-1192. Get Outdoors Subscribe to Colorado Outdoors Did you know Colorado has the largest elk herd in the world? Did you know Colorado is the only state where you can buy an over-thecounter bull elk license? Colorado Outdoors magazine will keep you up-to-date on all the opportunities available to you and your hunting buddies. Don’t flounder around looking for the best spots to fish. Colorado Outdoors is a must-read if you’re seeking a high-country angling experience or fishing the state’s plains reservoirs. For over 70 years, Colorado Outdoors has been the official publication of Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and the only magazine dedicated to Colorado’s wildlife. And now when you subscribe, you get your choice of either a free hunting guide or fishing guide. These special annual editions are packed with a wealth of information you need to know to be a more successful hunter or angler. We offer insight into our wildlife resources as well as providing up-to-date coverage of hunting, fishing and wildlife management. You get valuable advice from CPW experts, information that you can’t get anywhere else. You’ll read about recovery efforts of some of our endangered species. Plus you’ll learn about environmental news, watchable wildlife events, volunteer opportunities, state fishing records and much more. 10 Reasons to subscribe to Colorado Outdoors • Each one-year subscription entitles you to six issues. • Subscribers get their choice of either the Fishing Guide or the Hunting Guide. These 40-page special editions sell for $5 on the newsstand and you get your choice of one absolutely free. • Learn high-performance hunting tips for a more successful hunt. • Annual Preference Point issue is a must-have tool in planning your big game hunt. • Expert advice on cold- and warm-water fishing. • Award-winning wildlife photography, including annual photography issue. • A great way to introduce your children to wildlife and the outdoors. • A valuable reference guide for classrooms and libraries. • Makes a great gift • Never any advertising To order your subscription online visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website at http://wildlifestore.state.co.us and click on the link to Colorado Outdoors magazine � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/83e1fa0fe467ed29ed2656695d962af8.pdf c343e9c4d5ae9f303ac346a0b8fd3c65 PDF Text Text Colorado Fishing View the interactive, searchable brochure at: www.flipseekpubs.com/publication?i=62341 COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE April 1, 2011March 31, 2012 Preserving Colorado’s angling heritage COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE • 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 • (303) 297-1192 • www.wildlife.state.co.us �2011-12 Colorado Fishing DIVISION OF WILDLIFE OFFICES www.wildlife.state.co.us TABLE OF CONTENTS Licenses and Information...................................... 1 • License fees and season dates • New in 2011 • Fishing clinics,free fishing days • Fishing condition reports • Habitat Stamps Reference ............................................................ 2-9 • Fish of Colorado ........................................................................................2 • Bag and possession limits......................................................................3 • Fishery programs and angler information ......................................4 • Master Angler,Wild Trout,Gold Medal Waters • How the DOW monitors fisheries • State records ..............................................................................................5 • How to measure your catch ..................................................................5 • Aquatic nuisance species, information for boaters,how to clean waders and gear ............6 • License,residency and disability requirements ..............................7 • Special conditions and restrictions ....................................................8 • Legal fishing methods,glossary of fishing terms............................9 DOW HEADQUARTERS 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 FORT COLLINS 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 MEEKER 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 SERVICE CENTERS GLENWOOD SPRINGS 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 MONTE VISTA 0722 S. Road 1 East Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 GRAND JUNCTION 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 MONTROSE 2300 S.Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 GUNNISON 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 PUEBLO 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS 346 Grand County Rd.362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 SALIDA 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 BRUSH 122 E. Edison Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 COLORADO SPRINGS 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 DENVER/ NORTHEAST 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Special regulations for fishing waters ........ 10-33 Top Picks of places to... • Fish for kokanee......................................................................................13 • Take kids fishing......................................................................................17 • Go warm-water fishing ........................................................................19 • Ice fish in January ..................................................................................21 DURANGO 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 LAMAR 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Spgs., 80477 (970) 870-2197 Maps • Upper Arkansas River............................................................................11 • Blue River Basin ......................................................................................12 • Middle Colorado and Eagle rivers ....................................................14 • Upper Colorado River: Headwaters to Radium ............................15 • Lower Colorado River and Grand Mesa ..........................................16 • Upper Poudre River Drainage ............................................................23 • Upper Rio Grande Basin ......................................................................25 • Middle Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers ......................................27 • South Platte River: Cheesman to Chatfield ....................................28 • South Platte River: In South Park ......................................................29 • White River: Headwaters to Meeker..................................................31 • White River: Meeker to Utah state line ............................................31 • Arkansas River and Republican River drainages..........................32 • Yampa River: Headwaters to Craig ..................................................33 EATING YOUR CATCH? CHECK ONLINE HEALTH ADVISORIES The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued fish consumption advisories for some Colorado waters. The advisories provide information on specific fish species and their size classes that may contain levels of contaminants posing human health risks. Fish consumption information is important for anglers who eat the fish they catch, especially children and pregnant or nursing women. Anglers should check these advisories before going fishing to see if their destination is included. The advisories can be found online at www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/FishCon/index.html. PHONE INFORMATION Fishing season dates ....................(303) 291-7533 Fish stocking ....................................(303) 291-7531 Purchase a license ..........................1- 800-244-5613 Licenses for mobility impairment ....................(303) 291-7528 COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE Printed for free distribution by Department of Natural Resources 6060 Broadway, Denver 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us Published February 2011; 630,000 copies Editor: Amy Nickelson | Cover photo © Ken Papaleo Printed by: Publication Printer Corp., Denver The DOW receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. Wildlife Commissioners (as of Feb. 2011): Tim Glenn, chairman • Robert Streeter, vice chairman • Mark Smith, secretary • David R. Brougham, member • Dennis Buechler, member • Dorothea Farris, member • Allan Jones, member • John Singletary, member • Dean Wingfield, member • Mike King, ex-officio member • John Salazar, ex-officio member Printed on 30% recycled paper. Please recycle this brochure. �New in 2011: 2011-12 Colorado Fishing LICENSE FEES See“License Requirements”page 7 for more details. License prices include 25-cent search-and-rescue fee and 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Education Fund. ........................................................COST » HABITAT STAMP (REQUIRED) ....................$10 The Habitat Stamp is required to buy a fishing license. This cost is in addition to the license fees below. Only residents 18-64 must purchase a Habitat Stamp. RESIDENTS » Annual fishing (16 and older) ......................$26 » Senior annual fishing (64 and older) ............$1 Senior low-income licenses, see page 7 » Small game & fishing combo ..................$41 NONRESIDENTS » Annual fishing ................................................$56 » Five-day fishing ..............................................$21 RESIDENTS & NONRESIDENTS » One-day fishing ................................................$9 (Customers buying a one-day or additional-day license are exempt from the Habitat Stamp fee with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third license of this type is purchased.) » Second-rod stamp ..........................................$5 (The second-rod stamp is available to anyone who has purchased a fishing license and any youth under 16.) NEW MAPS — The Colorado Division of Wildlife is working to help anglers better understand special fishing regulations. We’ve added new maps in this brochure that depict some of Colorado’s rivers, lakes and streams that have numerous regulations. Statewide bag and possession limits apply to any waters on the maps that are not specially marked as regulated waters. NEW REGULATIONS — Anglers should check the alphabetical listings in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters” for details before going fishing. Water names are highlighted in red to identify those with regulation changes for 2011. See page 10. LIVE BAIT USE AND COLLECTION — In waters east LA POUDRE PASS CREEK LAND — The portion of La of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet, any live bait fish collected may only be used in the same body of water from which it has been collected. You can collect and use these bait fish in any manmade ditches and canals within one-half mile of the lake or reservoir. This bait may not be transported or stored for later use. However, in Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected as bait for personal use may be transported, stored or used anywhere within these counties. See page 8. Anglers are reminded that it is illegal to bring live fish, crayfish, salamanders or any other aquatic species into Colorado for use in fishing, except as permitted in regulations or by special permit. Poudre Pass Creek below Long Draw Reservoir is part of Rocky Mountain National Park. Anglers must know and comply with park regulations when fishing this portion of water. WESTERN SLOPE CRAYFISH — To help stop the spread of rusty crayfish, anglers west of the Continental Divide are now required to return all crayfish to the water they came from immediately, or kill (by separating the tail from the body) and take into possession any that are kept. ONE HABITAT STAMP, $10 — A new regulation takes the questions out of buying Habitat Stamps: • Anyone 18-64 MUST purchase a stamp prior to buying or applying for a hunting or fishing license. • Stamps now cost $10, and only one is required per person per year, valid April 1-March 31. A lifetime stamp is $300.25. • Anyone buying a one-day or additional-day license for fishing and/or small game is exempt from purchasing the Habitat Stamp with the first two of these licenses. The habitat fee will be assessed when a third one-day or additional-day license is purchased for fishing or small game. SAVE TIME: BUY ONLINE OR BY PHONE Buy your fishing license through the DOW’s website, www.wildlife.state.co.us/ShopDow/ AppsandLicenses or call 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards are accepted for phone and Internet purchases. DOW license agents and offices also sell licenses. SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise stated in the regulation section of this brochure. See pages 10-33. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish in Colorado without a license or Habitat Stamp on the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. FISHING CONDITIONS Recorded reports for: Statewide ......................(303) 291-7534 Metro Denver and Foothills ................(303) 291-7535 Northeast Colorado ..(303) 291-7536 Northwest Colorado..(303) 291-7537 Southeast Colorado ..(303) 291-7538 Southwest Colorado ..(303) 291-7539 READY TO LEARN HOW TO FISH? Fishing, angling, casting a line, catchin’ fish. Whatever you call it, it’s fun for kids, adults and entire families — regardless of age or ability. It’s can be a family activity in the outdoors, with fresh air and sunshine and tons of beautiful scenery. It can be relaxing times by a gurgling brook, whispering stream or placid lake. Best of all, taking the kids fishing need not be expensive, require a lot of time or mean a long drive. If you’ve never been fishing, where do you start? Right here — with an Angler Education fishing clinic. Basic fishing-skills clinics for school kids, families, community and civic groups are offered across Colorado during the year. These clinics are organized, supervised and a fun way to learn. To make the introduction to fishing even easier, all bait and tackle is provided! Beyond the basics of baiting, casting, and bringing in the really big ones, clinic participants learn about: » Colorado ecosystems » Native and non-native aquatic species FISHING CLINICS SCHEDULE www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/ClinicsAndEducation © Windi Padia, DOW Shawn Deeney teaches kids to fish at a DOW fishing clinic. » Other species that use the same aquatic/riparian habitat » Fish handling » Outdoor ethics and angler ethics » Outdoor safety and fishing safely » Knot tying for fishing » Colorado’s fishing rules and regulations » Colorado’s regulation brochures 1 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH REFERENCE HOW TO RELEASE A FISH TROUT FAMILY RAINBOW TROUT Black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides If you plan to practice catchand-release while fishing, follow these steps to ensure the fish returns to the water with minimal damage. Any fish you plan to catch and release MUST be returned to the water immediately. BROWN TROUT » TIME IS ESSENTIAL. Quickly LAKE TROUT CUTTHROAT (NATIVE) TROUT Crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaws BROOK TROUT Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and redorange spots inside light blue circles SPLAKE (Mackinaw) Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body; veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. play and release fish. A fish played for too long will be too exhausted to recover. » KEEP THE FISH IN THE WATER Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Cross between a brook trout and a lake trout GRAYLING Large sail-like dorsal fin extends over a silver body as much as possible. » REMOVE THE HOOK as quickly as possible. Single barbless hooks can often be removed while the fish is still in the water. » DO NOT USE GAFFS unless you are sure you will keep the fish. » GENTLE HANDLING IS ESSENTIAL. Avoid squeezing or putting your fingers in the gills or eye sockets. It's best to hold a fish gently by its belly or by the area in front of the tail. SUNFISH & CRAPPIE BASS FAMILY LARGEMOUTH BASS SMALLMOUTH BASS Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides WIPER Hybrid between white bass and striped bass PIKE NORTHERN PIKE TIGER MUSKIE BLUEGILL » TO REVIVE AN UNCONSCIOUS FISH hold it up- right in the water. Move the fish forward and backward so that water runs through the gills.This may take a few minutes. When it begins to struggle, release it. » WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A FISH, hold it horizontally and do not squeeze the fish. Do not put your hands in its gills or hold it vertical by its gills. HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE HOOKS Use a pair of forceps, longnosed pliers or a purposely made hook-out to quickly and efficiently remove the hook. If the fish is deeply hooked in the throat or stomach, cut the line as close to the hook as possible and leave the hook in the fish — it could do more damage trying to remove a deep hook than leaving it where it is. 2 GREEN SUNFISH Olive-colored body with short, rounded pectoral fins with yellow trim PERCH & OTHER SPORTFISH YELLOW PERCH SAUGER WALLEYE Have large, welldeveloped canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas MOUNTAIN WHITEFISH The mouth is smaller than a trout’s, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout SAUGEYE Walleye and sauger hybrid Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays, small mouth KOKANEE SALMON At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and turn brick red. BLACK CRAPPIE black splotches on a silver background, dorsal spines and rays get longer as they approach the tail WESTERN SLOPE NATIVE FISH THAT SHOULD BE RELEASED Anglers may catch these species if fishing in the Colorado River basin. These fish should be returned to the water unharmed as quickly as possible. See page 8 for a full list of species that should be released. HUMPBACK CHUB COLORADO PIKEMINNOW Green to silver and white with an abrupt hump behind the head Adults may be green-gray to bronze on backs and silver to white along sides and bottoms RAZORBACK SUCKER Bronze to yellow fish with a sharp-edged keel behind the head BONYTAIL CHUB �STATEWIDE LIMITS TYPE OF FISH DAILY POSSESSION BAG LIMIT LIMIT TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (except kokanee) * in aggregate 4 8 Brown Trout © Dennis McKinney, DOW STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide limits for species are listed in the chart to the right. Species not on this chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. Some waters have more restrictive limits than what is listed on the chart. See “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10, for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. DAILY BAG LIMIT Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. » Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. FISHING IN STATE AND NATIONAL PARKS Fishing is available at 38 of Colorado’s 42 state parks. If you plan a fishing trip to these waters, check the Colorado State Parks website for any additional entrance fees and restrictions that may apply. http://parks.state.co.us/fishing/Pages/Fishing.aspx. National parks also offer fishing opportunities around the state, but may have different bag limits and regulations. One example of this is at Rocky Mountain National Park. There, you will need a DOW fishing license but restrictions will be specific to the park. Before you plan your trip, check regulations online at: www.nps.gov/romo/plan yourvisit/fishing.htm. SEE “SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS“ SECTION FOR WATERS WITH MORE RESTRICTIVE LIMITS. PAGES 10-33. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout BROOK TROUT (in addition to above) 8 inches long or less 10 10 KOKANEE SALMON (angling or snagging) 10 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER Statewide, * in aggregate 5 5 On Arkansas and South Fork of Republican river drainages, * in aggregate 10 10 BASS: LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED * in aggregate 5 5 10 10 On the Arkansas River and South Fork of the Republican River drainages, * in aggregate 20 20 CATFISH: CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, BLUE * in aggregate 10 10 CRAPPIE: WHITE, BLACK * in aggregate 20 20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED SUNFISH * in aggregate 20 20 YELLOW PERCH West of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited East of Continental Divide 20 20 TIGER MUSKIE at least 36 inches long 1 1 NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD unlimited unlimited SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN West of Continental Divide * in aggregate 20 20 East of Continental Divide unlimited unlimited CRAYFISH (crawdads), BULLFROGS unlimited unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (gilled and less than 5 inches long) 50 50 BASS: WHITE, STRIPED, WIPER Statewide, * in aggregate *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. See the river drainage map, page 32, to locate Arkansas and Republican river drainages. REFERENCE H E 2011-12 Colorado Fishing 3 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing REFERENCE FISHERY PROGRAMS HOW DOES THE DOW MONITOR YOUR FISHERIES? WILD TROUT & GOLD MEDAL WATERS POLICY www.wildlife.state.co. us/WildlifeCommission/Policies GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are the highest quality cold-water habitats and have the capability to produce many quality size (14 inches or longer) trout. The DOW has established criteria and management guidelines to support the public interest in angling, observing and protecting these significant cold-water fishery resources. Gold Medal Waters are defined as any river or lake which is producing a standing stock of at least 60 pounds per acre, and at least 12 trout that are 14 inches or longer per acre on a sustained basis. River segments designated as Gold Medal Trout Waters must be a minimum of 2 miles in length and lakes must be a minimum of 50 acres. © DOW The Division of Wildlife is the state agency responsible for fisheries management of public waters in Colorado. The primary tool that guides fish management is the lake and stream survey. These surveys periodically monitor fish populations. During the process, fish are collected using a variety of gear and the necessary biological data is recorded. This gauges the entire fish More about how fishery community biologists sample fish: rather than a www.wildlife.state.co. single species. us/Fishing/Reports/ The colManagementand lected data is Surveys used to track fish populaDetailed tion trends, information on evaluate the fish in some of effectiveness Colorado’s favorite of managewaters: ment actions www.wildlife.state.co. such as stockus/Fishing/Reports/ ing and reguFisherySurvey lations, and Summaries establish realistic manageNote: This is a new endeavor by the DOW’s aquatic ment goals biologists and not all waters for a given are posted yet. lake or stream. The fisheries section of the DOW conducts hundreds of lake and stream surveys each year. High priority and brood waters such as Chatfield, Pueblo and Horsetooth reservoirs and the Gunnison River are surveyed annually. Smaller, more remote, or lightly used lakes or streams may only be surveyed once every 5-10 years. Most of the survey fieldwork takes place from early June through late September; however, many areas also conduct more specialized sampling beginning right after ice-out and again in the fall prior to freeze-up. 4 The following lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: » Gold Medal Streams ANIMAS RIVER: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge BLUE RIVER: From Dillon Reservoir dam to Green Moun- tain Reservoir inlet; also from Green Mountain Reservoir dam to Colorado River COLORADO RIVER: From Fraser River to Troublesome Creek FRYINGPAN RIVER: From Ruedi Reservoir dam to the Roaring Fork River GORE CREEK: From Red Sandstone Creek to Eagle River GUNNISON RIVER: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir Look dam to the North Fork of the for the Gunnison “G” next to a body of NORTH PLATTE RIVER: From south water on boundary of Routt National Forest pages 10-33 to Wyoming to know that RIO GRANDE: From Hwy. 149 bridge it’s a Gold at South Fork downstream to Rio Medal Water. Grande canal diversion structure ROARING FORK RIVER: From the Fryingpan River to the Colorado River G SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: » From the confluence of the middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet » From Spinney Mountain Reservoir outlet to Eleven Mile Reservoir inlet » From Cheesman Reservoir dam to the south boundary of the Wigwam Club property » From the north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from the Hwy. 9 bridge to the south fork confluence » Gold Medal Lakes NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE in Jackson County SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR in Park County STEAMBOAT LAKE in Routt County MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The DOW’s Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216, or go to www.wildlife.state.co.us/ Fishing/AwardsRecords/ MasterAnglers. WILD TROUT PROGRAM The DOW is responsible for the preservation and protection of native and non-native wild trout populations. Most mountain streams and some high lakes in Colorado support populations of wild trout. These resources are important to the integrity of Colorado’s trout fisheries; as an indicator of properly functioning aquatic ecosystems; and for their intrinsic value to those seeking a unique, aesthetic and significant fishery resource. To assure the continuation and availability of wild self-sustaining trout populations the Wildlife Commission has established specific management guidelines for those aquatic habitats which support all life stages of trout. These waters are to be managed to the extent possible to maintain these wild trout populations. �STATE RECORDS BY WEIGHT TROUT CATFISH PIKE Arctic char ....................18 Black bullhead ............14 Blue catfish....................30 Bluegill............................10 Brook trout....................16 Brown trout ..................22 Channel catfish ..........30 Common carp..............30 Crappie ..........................15 Cutbow trout ..............22 Cutthroat trout............20 Golden trout ................16 Grass carp......................30 Grayling..........................15 Kokanee ........................20 Lake trout ......................32 Largemouth bass ......18 Northern pike ..............36 Pumpkinseed .............. 8 Rainbow trout..............24 Saugeye..........................26 Smallmouth bass........17 Splake..............................20 Tiger muskie ................40 Walleye ..........................26 White bass ....................17 Wiper ..............................28 Yellow perch ................12 PERCH SPECIES ........................LENGTH (inches) SALMON co.us/Fishing/AwardsRecords/RecordsbyLength/ ReleasedFishRecords.htm. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS FOR CATCH & RELEASE LOCATION and county (Lbs. - Ozs.) WEIGHT LENGTH Rainbow 2003 Morrow Point Res., Gunnison 19-10 34 Lee Cox Brook 1947 Upper Cataract Lake, Summit 7-10 n/a George Knorr Brown 1988 Roaring Judy Ponds, Gunnison 30-8 36.4 Alan Schneider Cutthroat (Native) 1964 Twin Lakes, Lake 16-0 n/a George Hranchak Cutthroat (Snake River) 2005 Blue River, Summit 17-2.6 33 Rob Peckham Lake Trout (Mackinaw) 2007 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 50-3.5 44.25 Donald Walker Splake 1976 Island Lake, Delta 18-15 32 Robin Perkins Tiger 2005 Private pond, Park 4-15 21.5 Gene Hacker Golden 1979 Kelly Lake, Jackson 3-12 22.5 Donald O’Leary Grayling 2002 Lower Big Creek Lake, Jackson 1-10 17.25 Derik Drinnen Arctic Char 1994 Dillon Res., Summit 3-12 20.5 Marshall Brenner Cutbow 2007 Antero Res., Park 18-8 28.5 Frank Stack Whitefish 1982 Roaring Fork River, Eagle 5-2 18.75 Richard Sals Chinook 1989 Williams Fork Res., Grand 11-0 28.5 Helen Eaton Kokanee (angling) 1986 Spinney Mountain Res., Park 6-13 27.5 Will Arduino Kokanee (snagging) 2002 Blue Mesa Res., Gunnison 7-5 27 Lee Cox Channel 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 43-6 40.5 Jessica Walton Black Bullhead 1993 Farm pond, Delta 5-1 23 Uldene Kuretich Blue 1976 Private lake, Lincoln 20-1 32.75 Joe Poss Flathead 2010 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 10-6 17.875 Charles Terrill Tench 1998 Home Lake, Rio Grande 5-6 20 Craig Curtis Northern 2006 Stagecoach Res., Routt 30-11 46.5 Tim Bone Tiger Muskie 1994 Quincy Res., Arapahoe 40-2 53 Jason Potter Walleye 1997 Standley Lake, Jefferson 18-13 34 Scott Regan ANGLER (inches) Sacramento 1974 Banner Lakes, Weld 1-14 13.25 Dana Wilfong Yellow 2007 Seaman Res., Larimer 2-9 13.63 Justin Allbrandt Sauger 1980 C.F.&I. Res. No. 3, Pueblo 3-1 20.5 Bob Fajt Saugeye 2001 John Martin Res., Bent 10-14 28.5 Rocklyn Beise 2010 Aurora Res., Arapahoe 6-8 20.75 Conner Peitsmeyer 1997 Echo Canyon Res., Archuleta 11-6 22.5 Jarrett Edwards White 1963 Blue Lake, Bent/Kiowa 4-7 18 Pedro Martinez Striped 2009 C.F.&I. Res. No. 2, Pueblo 15-11 34.25 Manuel Aguilar Rock 1979 Ramah Res., El Paso 1-1.25 10.6 Timothy Fisk MEASURE YOUR CATCH Wiper 2004 Pueblo Res., Pueblo 26-15 37.5 Kevin Treanor Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass (illustrated in the first picture below) to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down (as seen in the lake trout at bottom). Spotted 2005 Valco Ponds, Pueblo 4-7.875 17.75 Michael Hardin Green 2001 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-5 11.6 Joshua Robinson CARP & SUCKERS CRAPPIE SUNFISH BASS Smallmouth Largemouth & 1997 Big Thompson Pond, Weld 1-5 11.2 Justin Evans Redear 2010 Stalker Lake, Yuma 5.9 oz. 7.875 William Noble Hybrid 1986 Gravel pit, Larimer 1-8.5 10.75 Jeff Robinson Bluegill 1988 Hollenbeck Res., Mesa 2-4 11.5 Jared Barley White 1975 Northglenn Lake, Adams 4-3.75 17 Daryel Thompson Black 1990 Private pond, La Plata 3-4 17 Clint Couch Grass Carp 2010 Prospect Park Lake, Larimer 51-0 42 Cody Moreland Common 2001 Glenmere Park, Weld 35-5 38.75 Adam Wickam Drum 1978 Lonetree Res., Larimer 17-3 32 Faye Lancamp Sucker 1990 Colorado River, Garfield 4-5.5 23.25 Joel Musich American Eel 1996 Flagler Res., Kit Carson 3-1 35 n/a REFERENCE Colorado’s original fishing record program, records by weight are tracked in 44 different species. Potential record holders must have a valid Colorado fishing license or be under the age of 16. The fish must be weighed on a state-certified scale and a weight receipt must be signed by a person who witnessed the weighing. The fish, not frozen, gutted or altered in any way, must be examined and identified by a DOW biologist or wildlife manager, who will submit an application to the Sportfish Program Manager in Denver. Records for the longest and heaviest fish caught can change any time. Current statistics can be found on the DOW website at www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/AwardsRecords. An award program is also offered for catchand-release anglers. Go to: www.wildlife.state. YEAR SPECIES 5 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES DISINFECTING YOUR GEAR REFERENCE DON’T LET INVASIVE SPECIES RUIN YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SPOT New Zealand mudsnail © DOW Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a significant and rapidly growing threat to Colorado’s fisheries and water supplies. ANS are invasive animals, plants and diseases that are not native to our rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands. Once introduced, most ANS cannot be eradicated and cost millions to manage. Preventing the introduction and spread of ANS is critical to maintaining our fisheries. Threats to Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries include zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Help the DOW combat these invasive species and prevent new ANS from entering our state by following these guidelines: 1. Remove all plants, animals or mud and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equip- ment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain any space or item that could hold water, including live wells, bait containers, bilge, ballast tanks, storage areas, engine cooling systems or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to other waters. Zebra mussel © DOW 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). Stop by the DOW office in Denver or Grand Junction Monday-Friday for a free professional ANS inspection or decontamination. Check the DOW website for hours of operation. 5. Don’t move or transport fish between water bodies. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. MORE ON INVASIVE SPECIES www.wildlife.state.co.us/ WildlifeSpecies/Profiles 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. Disinfect waders or boots between uses. Scrub the bottom of waders with a wire brush and remove all mud, plants and organic materials. Then perform one of the following before going into the next body of water: OPTION 1— Submerge waders and gear in a tub of half Formula 409 and half water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris and visually inspecting waders and gear for snails before rinsing. OPTION 2— Submerge waders and gear in a tub filled with 1:15 of Sparquat 256 institutional cleaner (3.1% concentration) and water for at least 10 minutes, scrubbing debris from gear, and visually inspecting the gear for snails before rinsing. OPTION 3 — Spray or soak gear with water hotter than 140º F for at least 10 minutes. OPTION 4 — Dry waders and equip- ment completely for at least 10 days in between uses. OPTION 5 — Place waders and boots in a freezer overnight between uses. REPORT IT! If you find what you think is an invasive species on your boat or in a water body, report it to the DOW by e-mailing ReportANS@state.co.us or call (303) 291-7295. ATTENTION BOATERS ANS can hitchhike on boats and gear, being introduced into new waters accidentally. Inspect your boat between uses and make sure it is clean, drained and dry. Colorado has a mandatory boat inspection program. Your boat must be inspected if: 1. The boat has been in any water body that is positive or suspect for ANS. 2. The boat has been in any water body outside of Colorado. 3. The boat will be entering any water where inspections are required. There are more than 100 inspection stations in Colorado so check the DOW website or call ahead for important details on hours of operation, ramp closures, fees and reservoir-specific boating policies: www.wildlife.state.co. us/Fishing/MandatoryBoatInspections. htm. 6 RUSTY CRAYFISH: AGGRESSIVE, OPPORTUNISTIC Learn how to help stop the spread of rusty crayfish at: www.wildlife. state.co.us/ Wildlife Species/ Profiles/ Invasive Species/Rusty Crayfish.htm. Crayfish are not native to parts of Colorado, yet they have become established in many waters throughout the state. Rusty crayfish endanger aquatic native species and sport fish by: » Preying on all life stages of fish, amphibians and invertebrates and other species of crayfish » Aggressively competing for habitat and food » Destroying productive habitat in our streams, ponds and lakes Crayfish can be taken for personal consumption, but care should be taken with their use and disposal. » Even though crayfish can be taken live east of the Continental Divide, it is recommended that tails of all crayfish be removed immediately and packed in ice for transport. » Do not throw unused bait crayfish, or bait of any kind, back in the water alive. Rusty crayfish © DOW LIVE TRANSPORT PROHIBITED FROM WATERS WEST OF THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE All crayfish caught west of the Continental Divide must now be immediately killed by removing the head from the thorax and taken into possession, or immediately returned to the water from which they were taken. AT SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA Rusty crayfish have been discovered at Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area in Costilla County. To prevent the spread of rusty crayfish within and beyond this area, the DOW has issued an order that prevents the transport of any live crayfish from Sanchez Reservoir SWA. �2011-12 Colorado Fishing LICENSE REQUIREMENTS » LICENSES ARE VALID April 1, 2011-March 31, 2012, and are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. REFERENCE » LOST OR DESTROYED LICENSES can be replaced by filling out an application and paying a fee. » ANGLERS MUST COMPLY with Habitat Stamp requirements. 1. ADULTS — A fishing license is required for people ages 16 and older to fish or take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as noted in this brochure. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. However, they must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with more than one line at a time. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a DOW office or license agent for $1, which consists of the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent Wildlife Management Education Fund surcharge. A license must be carried while fishing. a. Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older for the same $1 fee as a senior license. These are valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any DOW office. 4. SECOND-ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second rod, handline or tip-up by purchasing a second-rod stamp. Anglers can buy only one second-rod stamp per season. a. Second-rod stamps are nontransferable. b. A second-rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. c. Youths under 16 must have a second-rod stamp if fishing with more than one line. 5. COMMERCIAL LICENSE— $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at the DOW. License holders must submit an annual report to the DOW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 6. VIOLATIONS — Wildlife violations have specific point values. People who accumulate 20 or more points in five years can have their license privileges suspended or revoked. 7. ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION — Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, maximum of 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS DISABILITY LICENSES These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a license: You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on the DOW website or at DOW offices. Send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. 1. You must have lived continuously in Colorado at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except No. 2 and No. 3 below.) The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. 2. U.S. armed services personnel and military per- sonnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the armed services and maintain Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (unless they change their home of record to another state.) Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned to duty here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending a Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time out of state and pay nonresident tuition still qualify for a resident license. 4. People under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. 5. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 6. Except as in No. 2 and No. 3 above, your Col- orado residency ends if you apply for, buy or accept a hunting, fishing or trapping license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado; or get a driver’s license with an address in another state. THOSE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE LICENSES ARE: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Colorado residents who are totally and perma- nently disabled must provide either: a. Documented proof that shows an entitlement date for Social Security disability benefits that began seven years ago or longer b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting that the applicant is “totally and permanently disabled.” All four words need to be stated on the letter from the physician on the physician’s letterhead. c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans can obtain a Lifetime Fishing/Small Game VA Combo License. To qualify, the following documentation must be provided: a. You must have served on active duty in the armed forces and have proof that separation from the military was under honorable conditions. b. Proof of a service-connected disability of 60 percent or more, as rated by the VA. An eligibility letter can be obtained from the VA by calling 1-800-827-1000. c. Proof of hunter education if born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. d. Purple Heart recipients who can provide documented proof are also eligible for a VA Combo License. OPERATION GAME THIEF 1-877-265-6648 Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a nonprofit organization working with the DOW’s law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. (Phone number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies.) 7 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon REFERENCE catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. SOME PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha, trahira, gar (all species), snakeheads or murrels, sticklebacks, walking catfish, tilapia, bowfins, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail, Eurasian ruffe, white perch, rusty crayfish, carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers), Asian swamp eel, green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — a. NEW: Except as otherwise noted in this brochure, in waters east of the Continental Divide and below 7,000 feet elevation, live fish collected for use as bait may only be used in the same body of water from which they were collected. In addition, collection and use is allowed in any man-made ditches and canals within one-half of a mile of the adjoining lake or reservoir. Use of any baitfish collected in those ditches and canals is restricted to only the water from which it was collected and the adjoining lake or reservoir. Baitfish collected under this provision may not be otherwise transported or stored for later use. b. NEW: In Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers counties, live fish collected for personal use as bait may be transported, stored or used anywhere within the listed counties. Transportation to or use of any such baitfish in any other county is prohibited. c. The collection, use or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; collection, use or possession of live fish for bait is also prohibited in the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties) and in Watson Lake in Larimer County. d. The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live baitfish from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. It is illegal to import any live native or non-native aquatic wildlife into the state of Colorado without authorization from DOW or as stated in regulations. e. The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. f. The seining, netting, trapping and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson, and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. g. BULLFROGS AND SALAMANDERS — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander 8 THREATENED, ENDANGERED AND NONGAME SPECIES If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. IT IS ILLEGAL TO TAKE OR USE THE FOLLOWING: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, ra- zorback sucker, Rio Grande sucker, bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, Arkansas darter, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, brassy minnow, river shiner, common shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, Woodhouse’s toad, plains leopard frog, northern leopard frog, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. for private and commercial use are permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines or nets. h. CRUSTACEANS — Taking crustaceans, crayfish, for commercial use is allowed. Take methods include by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)). Crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water immediately. All set pots and traps must be labeled with the licensee’s name, address and license number. NEW: In all waters west of the Continental Divide all crayfish must be returned to the water of origin immediately or killed by separating the abdomen from the cephalothorax (tail from body) and taken into possession immediately upon catch. i. MOLLUSKS — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 5. ICE FISHING — The following rules apply to waters open for ice fishing: a. Ice-fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. b. All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. c. No litter allowed on the ice. d. Portable ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. e. Permanent ice-fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 6. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 7. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 8. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — The license holder must accompany any species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, that are transported within or exported from Colorado. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 9. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crus- taceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. a. Molesting, disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by the DOW is prohibited. 10. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to nine months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of the following criteria are met: a. Daily maximum water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F. b. Measured stream flows are 25 percent or less of the historical average low flow for the period. c. Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present. d. Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five (5) parts per million (ppm). e. When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population. 11. PROTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be prohibited as posted when necessary to protect: threatened or endangered species; spawning areas; waters used in DOW research projects; newly acquired access to fishing waters; and the integrity of aquatic wildlife populations. 12. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, the DOW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 13. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without DOW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contests are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Waters, or commercial or private lakes licensed by the DOW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for the DOW within 20 days of the contest end. �2011-12 Colorado Fishing LEGAL FISHING METHODS The following are legal methods of fishing in Colorado waters: GLOSSARY OF FISHING TERMS means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic non-edible, non-scented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » CHUMMING means placing fish, parts of fish or other material upon which fish might feed in the waters of this state for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken, but such term shall not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » COMMON HOOK means any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » FISHING is defined as efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. » FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » GAME FISH means all species of fish except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (Mackinaw), and rainbow trout; splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrids); arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass and white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel, and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish); green and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top and suckermouth minnows). » GIG means a barbed fork with one or more tines which is attached to a handle. » JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. » MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench), Cyprinodontidae (killifish, top minnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered, see box on page 8, and in Chapter 10 of DOW regulations. » NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE. Each line shall have only three common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Navajo, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, North and South Queens, Thurston and Two Buttes. b. No one may use more than one trotline. c. Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. d. Only three barbed hooks are allowed on a common hook on each dropline. e. Trotlines shall be tagged with the user’s name, CID number and date set. f. All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once in every 24hour period. 3. JUGS a. Permitted only on these reservoirs (as listed in this brochure): Adobe Creek, Henry, Horse Creek, John Martin, Meredith, Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah, North and South Queens, Thurston and Two Buttes. b. Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only one single line and one common hook. c. Must be tagged with the owner or user’s name and CID number. d. Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS a. Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as prohibited by land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10. Other fish may be taken when authorized in specific waters in that section. b. Additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line. c. Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. means a rod and line, hand line or tip-up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. 5. SNAGGING is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in “Special Regulations for Fishing Waters,” page 10. Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. » SIZE OR LENGTH means the total a. Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » SNAGGING means the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. REFERENCE » ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions,” page 8. b. Seines must be made of a quarter-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. c. Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS a. Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. b. Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by the DOW for emergency salvage. c. Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish,” page 8. 8. LIVETRAPS. Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles and fish captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT may be used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. 9 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR FISHING WATERS NOTE: The following waters and DOW properties have more restrictive fishing regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. This brochure only includes fishing regulations, such as bag and possession limits. State wildlife areas have additional regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult the DOW’s Colorado State Wildlife Areas brochure for regulations that apply to specific properties. G = Gold Medal Waters that offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. See page 4 for details. REGULATIONS RED WATER NAMES = Waters listed in red alert you that regulations for that water have changed since last year. ABRAMS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS LAKES (PUBLIC WORKS AND MANN-NYHOLT LAKES) ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR (BLUE LAKE) BENT, KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is five in the aggregate, 15 inches long. AGNES LAKES (UPPER AND LOWER LAKES) JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. AKRON CITY LAKE - WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. AMERICAN LAKES (SNOW AND MICHIGAN LAKES) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. ANIMAS RIVER - LA PLATA G FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH LIGHTNER CREEK TO THE RIVERA CROSSING BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HERMOSA CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. ANTELOPE CREEK, WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 10 Cutthroat trout © DOW THE CUTTHROAT TROUT STORY The most diverse trout species in North America, the cutthroat trout covers the broadest habitat range of any stream-dwelling trout in the Western hemisphere. The rugged topography of the cutthroat trout’s range has lead to isolation, which in turn has given rise to 14 recognized subspecies. Four of these evolved in Colorado: the Colorado River cutthroat trout, greenback cutthroat trout and the Rio Grande cutthroat trout. In addition, the yellowfin cutthroat trout was historically found in Twin Lakes at the headwaters of the Arkansas drainage. Unfortunately, ANTERO RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. 2. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. APACHE CREEK, NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. ARAPAHO CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM MONARCH LAKE DOWNSTREAM TO USFS 125: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. ARAPAHOE BEND NATURAL AREA (BASS, BEAVER, CORMORANT AND SNAPPER PONDS) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ARCHULETA CREEK - SAGUACHE THAT PORTION WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH) DOWN- this predator that grew to more than 10 pounds is now extinct. All three remaining species have either been petitioned to be listed or are currently listed under the Endangered Species Act. Dramatic reductions in their range have occurred primarily because of the introduction of non-native salmonids — specifically rainbow trout that hybridize with cutthroat trout — and brook and brown trout that tend to replace them in streams and rivers. In an effort to preserve the legacy of these fish, multiagency conservation teams have been established for each subspecies. PROTECTED CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation Waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions are to accommodate the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery actions according to management plans. STREAM FROM DOME LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER - CHAFFEE, FREMONT, LAKE, PUEBLO (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE U.S. 24 RIVER OVERPASS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE HAYDEN RANCH, AS POSTED: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size limit for trout is one, 12 inches long. FROM THE STOCKYARD BRIDGE (CHAFFEE CR 102) BELOW SALIDA DOWNSTREAM 7.5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BADGER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE BRIDGE AT VALCO PONDS DOWNSTREAM TO PUEBLO BOULEVARD (EXCEPT AT THE PUEBLO NATURE CENTER AS POSTED): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing BARKER RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Ice fishing prohibited. BARR LAKE - ADAMS 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BEAR CREEK - CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. BEAR CREEK - EL PASO BEAR CREEK - JEFFERSON FROM THE BASE OF EVERGREEN LAKE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout (except REGULATIONS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO HIGH DRIVE: 1. Fishing prohibited. rainbow) is two. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. BEAR CREEK - MONTEZUMA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BEAR RIVER - GARFIELD, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 25) 2. Trout 16 inches or longer must be returned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER, MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH ARKANSAS - CHAFFEE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BOSS LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. AUGUSTORA CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. AURORA (SENAC) RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. 2. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. 4. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. BARD CREEK - CLEAR CREEK FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WEST FORK OF CLEAR CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. BEAVER CREEK WEST - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BIG BEND CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. BIG CREEK LAKE (LOWER) - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is three. Only one may be longer than 26 inches. 11 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing BIG LAKE - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BIG THOMPSON PONDS - LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth and smallmouth bass is one in aggregate, 15 inches long. BIG THOMPSON RIVER - LARIMER REGULATIONS FROM THE BASE OF OLYMPUS DAM AT LAKE ESTES DOWNSTREAM TO THE BRIDGE AT REGULATIONS WALTONIA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. BLACK HOLLOW CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. BLANCA WILDLIFE HABITAT AREA (BLM PONDS) - ALAMOSA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. BLANCO RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE BLANCO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SAN JUAN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. BLUE MESA RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 2. No bag or possession limit for lake trout. 3. Only one lake trout longer than 38 inches may be taken per day. 4. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. BLUE RIVER - GRAND, SUMMIT (MAP, LEFT) GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM DILLON G RESERVOIR DAM TO GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET FROM THE NORTH INLET AT SUMMIT CR 3 (COYNE VALLEY ROAD 3 MILES NORTH OF BRECKENRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO DILLON RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. FROM DILLON DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF SILVERTHORNE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE NORTH CITY LIMITS OF SILVERTHORNE DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE OVER THE BLUE RIVER AT BLUE RIVER STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DAM G DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BOBTAIL CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. BONNY RESERVOIR - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 12 �REGULATIONS BOSS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 2011-12 Colorado Fishing TOP 5 PLACES TO... BOULDER CREEK - BOULDER CAT CREEK, NORTH & SOUTH FORKS RIO GRANDE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE UPPER END OF EBEN FINE PARK (WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF BOULDER) DOWNSTREAM TO 55TH STREET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. BRUSH CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER UPSTREAM FOR 2.5 MILES: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. Photo © DOW FISH FOR KOKANEE 1. Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. 2. Lake Granby, Grand Co. 3. Williams Fork Reservoir, Grand Co. 4. Wolford Mountain Reservoir, Grand Co. BRUSH CREEK, WEST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) IN THE SYLVAN LAKE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. BRUSH HOLLOW RESERVOIR - FREMONT 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 5. Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. Find more great places to catch a lunker or just enjoy a day in the sun: www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/ WhereToGo/101Places BULL BASIN RESERVOIR NO. 1 - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. BULL CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND CONNECTING CHANNELS - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. BURGESS CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. BUTTON ROCK (RALPH PRICE) RESERVOIR BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. 3. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. CABIN CREEK - GARFIELD FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR A HALFMILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. CANYON CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE NORTH SIDE OF THE I-70 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. CARNERO CREEK, MIDDLE - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CARNERO CREEK, NORTH - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. CARNERO CREEK, SOUTH - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. CARTER CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CARTER LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and max. size limit for walleye is three, 21 inches long. 3. Walleye longer than 21 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Possession limit for walleye is six. 5. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. 6. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CASCADE CREEK - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CASCADE CREEK - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. CATARACT CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CHARTIER POND - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. CHATFIELD RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is three, 18 inches long. 3. Only one walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. REGULATIONS BOYD LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. CAT CREEK - RIO GRANDE, CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CHEESMAN RESERVOIR - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON (MAP, PAGE 28) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-April 30. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. 3. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. 5. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-30. CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is three, 18 inches long. 3. Only one walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 4. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam or walleye spawning nets from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. CHEYENNE CREEK, NORTH - EL PASO, TELLER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO GOLD CAMP ROAD: 1. Fishing prohibited. CIMARRON RIVER - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE GAUGING STATION (APPROXIMATELY HALF-MILE ABOVE CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR) DOWNSTREAM TO CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR CREEK - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 13 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing CLEAR CREEK HOLDING PONDS - ADAMS 1. Fishing prohibited except for youths in DOW angler education activities. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR - CHAFFEE (MAP, PAGE 11) REGULATIONS THREE MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK (APPROXIMATELY FIVE MILES EAST OF KREMMLING): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. CLEAR LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. CLINTON RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. REGULATIONS COCHETOPA CREEK - SAGUACHE ON THAT PORTION WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUBLESOME CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE I-70 EXIT 90 BRIDGE AT RIFLE (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. COMO CREEK - BOULDER FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH BOULDER CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. CONEJOS RIVER - CONEJOS FROM THE LOWER BRIDGE AT THE TOWN OF PLATORO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. FROM MENKHAVEN RESORT DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF ASPEN GLADE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. COLORADO RIVER - GARFIELD, EAGLE, GRAND, MESA (MAPS, PAGES 14-16 AND 27) G 14 FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. GOLD MEDAL WATER FROM FRASER RIVER TO TROUBLESOME CREEK. 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM OF THE CONFLUENCES WITH CANYON, GRIZZLY AND NO NAME CREEKS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. 2. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. FROM LAKE GRANBY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES WEST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. COLORADO RIVER, NORTH FORK INCLUDING SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND FROM THE U.S. 40 BRIDGE APPROXIMATELY FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN DAM SPILLWAY TO LAKE GRANBY, INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO CONEJOS RIVER, LAKE FORK - CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS INCLUDING BIG LAKE, DOWNSTREAM TO AND INCLUDING ROCK LAKE AND ITS OUTLET: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. CONNECTED LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth bass is two, 18 inches long. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 15 �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing 16 REGULATIONS �REGULATIONS COOPER LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 2011-12 Colorado Fishing TOP 10 PLACES TO... CORNELIUS CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, mediately. (MAP, PAGE 33) FROM FREEMAN RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR A QUARTER OF A MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. COTTONWOOD LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. CRAWFORD RESERVOIR - DELTA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. No bag or possession limit for yellow perch. Photo © DOW TAKE KIDS FISHING 1. Fort Collins City Park, Larimer Co. 2. North Michigan Reservoir, Jackson Co. 3. Cottonwood Park Lake, Jefferson Co. 4. Corn Lake, Mesa Co. 5. Kyle’s Pond, Routt Co. 6. Chipeta Lake, Montrose Co. 7. Haviland Lake, La Plata Co. 8. Nichols Reservoir, El Paso Co. 9. Monument Lake, El Paso Co. 10. Anticline Lake, Pueblo Co. Discover more: FROM THE FENCE ON TOP OF THE CRAWFORD RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY FENCE: 1. Fishing prohibited in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal. CROSHO RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for grayling is two, 16 inches long. CRYSTAL LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. CRYSTAL RESERVOIR - MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CULEBRA CREEK - COSTILLA FROM THE COLO. 159 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES TO THE JAQUEZ BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. 3. Landowner permission and Colorado Cour- tesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. CUNNINGHAM CREEK - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. DAIGRE LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. DEEP CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/ WhereToGo/101Places DEER BEAVER CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES (NORTH, SOUTH, AND EAST) - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. 3. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 4. Rainbow and cutthroat trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. NORTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited from dam and within feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. G 2.100Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. SOUTH DELANEY BUTTE LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of stand- ing water line. DEPOORTER LAKE - SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DIXON LAKE - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOLORES RIVER - DOLORES, MESA, MONTEZUMA, MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE WEST FORK largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. DOTY PARK LAKE - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. DOUG CREEK - MONTROSE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. REGULATIONS COTTONWOOD CREEK, LITTLE - MOFFAT Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. FROM MCPHEE DAM DOWNSTREAM APPROXIMATELY 11 MILES TO THE BRADFIELD BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GEORGE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- CORRAL CREEK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. OF THE DOLORES RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF MCPHEE RESERVOIR: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15- DUKE LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth bass is two, 18 inches long. EAGLE RIVER - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST FORK AND THE SOUTH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM THE I-70 EXIT 147 BRIDGE IN EAGLE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. EAST PASS CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. EAST RIVER - GUNNISON FROM THE UPSTREAM PROPERTY BOUNDARY AT THE ROARING JUDY FISH HATCHERY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE TAYLOR RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size limit for trout is two, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee prohibited. FROM ROARING JUDY HATCHERY OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO ROARING JUDY PROPERTY BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. ELAINE T. VALENTE OPEN SPACE LAKES, NORTH LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or 17 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is four. Only two may be longer than 16 inches. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 east of inlet buoy line. ELK CREEK - SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. REGULATIONS yellow perch or crappie. FORBES PARK LAKE - COSTILLA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS ELK RIVER (NORTH, SOUTH AND MIDDLE FORKS) - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. ON GOLDEN PARK PONDS NO. 1 AND NO. 2: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. GORE CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) FORT MORGAN PONDS - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FOURMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. ELK RIVER - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. bass is 15 inches long. FRANK EASEMENT PONDS - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH RED SAND- G STONE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EAGLE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. GRAND LAKE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is four. Only one may be longer than 36 inches. Oct. 1June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches long must be returned to water immediately. FRASER CREEK - GARFIELD FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR A HALFMILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. GRANDVIEW PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ELKHEAD RESERVOIR - MOFFAT, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for large- mouth bass is two, 15 inches long. 2. Only two bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. 3. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. FRASER RIVER - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. GRANEROS CREEK - PUEBLO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. GREEN CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 15) EMERALD LAKES (BIG AND LITTLE) HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size limit for trout is two, 14 inches long. IN THE LAKE CREEK INLET FOR A HALF-MILE ABOVE BIG EMERALD LAKE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. EVANS CITY LAKE (RIVERSIDE PARK) - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FAIRGROUNDS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ST. LOUIS CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FREEMAN RESERVOIR - MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 33) WITHIN 50 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR A QUARTER-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. FRENCH GULCH - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FRYINGPAN LAKES NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - PITKIN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FRYINGPAN RIVER - EAGLE, PITKIN FAWN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FISH CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is eight. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GREEN RIVER - MOFFAT 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GRIFFITH RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. (MAP, PAGE 27) G FROM RUEDI DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER, APPROXIMATELY 14 MILES: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout (except brown trout) must be returned GRIMES CREEK - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from to the water immediately. Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 3. Bag, possession and max. size limit for brown 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. trout is two, 14 inches long. FLORIDA RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO LEMON RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF DURANGO DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ANIMAS RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, 18 GRIZZLY CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) GEORGE CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SHEEP CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. GOLDEN PARK PONDS NOs. 1, 2, 3 AND 4 BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Fishing prohibited from 9 p.m.-4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. �REGULATIONS GROUNDHOG CREEK - DOLORES FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. 2011-12 Colorado Fishing TOP 10 PLACES TO... GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR - DOLORES GUNNISON RIVER, NORTH FORK - DELTA, GUNNISON FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH ANTHRACITE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. IN THE NASH CREEK AND GROUNDHOG CREEK INLETS UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. GYPSUM PONDS SWA - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. GUNNISON RIVER DELTA, GUNNISON, MONTROSE GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM 200 YARDS G DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESER- Photo © DOW VOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO NORTH FORK trout is two, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, INCLUDING ALL TRIBUTARY CANALS AND DIVERSIONS: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. FROM BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM 225 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGNS BELOW BLUE MESA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 130 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM THE CLOSURE SIGN BELOW MORROW POINT RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 200 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 200 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF THE CRYSTAL RESERVOIR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE RELIEF DITCH DIVERSION (5 MILES ABOVE AUSTIN BRIDGE): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SMITH FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON RIVER, LAKE FORK - GUNNISON, HINSDALE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE GO WARM-WATER FISHING 1. Echo Canyon Reservoir, Archuleta Co. 2. McPhee Reservoir, Montezuma Co. 3. Rifle Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. 4. Harvey Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. 5. Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. 6. Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe Co. 7. Boyd Lake, Larimer Co. 8. Pueblo Reservoir, Pueblo Co. 9. John Martin Reservoir, Bent Co. 10. Trinidad Reservoir, Las Animas Co. Discover more: www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing WATERFALL AT SHERMAN: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM FIRST BRIDGE CROSSING ABOVE LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE SAN CRISTOBAL: 1. Artificial flies only. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HIGH BRIDGE GULCH DOWNSTREAM TO THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW THE GATE CAMPGROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is two, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE BLM BOUNDARY BELOW THE GATE CAMPGROUND TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH CHERRY CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is two, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE UPPER RED BRIDGE CAMPGROUND BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO BLUE MESA RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. HALLENBECK (PURDY MESA) RESERVOIR MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than two largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. REGULATIONS FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF EAST AND TAYLOR RIVERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. 50 BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown HAHN CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HAMILTON CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HANGING LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Fishing prohibited. HARVEY GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is two. HAT CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HAXTUN CITY LAKE (GUN CLUB LAKE) PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HAYDEN CREEK, SOUTH PRONG - FREMONT FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH HAYDEN CREEK: 1. Fishing prohibited. HEADACHE CREEK - ARCHULETA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HEBERTON CREEK - GARFIELD FROM TRAPPERS LAKE UPSTREAM FOR A HALFMILE 1. Fishing prohibited. HENRY RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HERMOSA CREEK, EAST FORK - LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH SIG CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 19 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS 1. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. HIDDEN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. HIGHLINE RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth bass is two, 15 inches long. HIMES CREEK - MINERAL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. REGULATIONS HINE LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKE NO. 3 - LARIMER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is four. HOLYOKE CITY LAKE (LIONS CLUB FISHING HOLE) - PHILLIPS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. HOMESTAKE CONVEYANCE CHANNEL (SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR INLET DITCH) PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR (TIMBER LAKE) BENT, OTERO 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. HORSESHOE RESERVOIR - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted March 15-May 31. IN THAT PORTION OF THE LAKE THAT IS IN JACKSON LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1 AND NO. 2 MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Float tubes with chest-high waders permitted. JIM CREEK - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. JOE WRIGHT CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR UPSTREAM TO COLO. 14: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. JOE WRIGHT RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR - BENT 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is five in the aggregate, 15 inches long. JOHNSTOWN RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. HUERFANO RIVER - HUERFANO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. HUNT LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. ILLINOIS RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN THE DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. JACKSON LAKE (RESERVOIR) - MORGAN 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. 5. Fishing prohibited in outlet ditch below dam around rotary screen. IN THAT PORTION OF THE LAKE IN JACKSON LAKE STATE PARK NORTH OF THE BOAT RAMP: 20 JUMBO (JULESBURG) RESERVOIR - LOGAN, SEDGWICK 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches. 4. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. KERR LAKE - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. KETNER LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINGFISHER POND (FORT COLLINS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER) - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. KINNEY CREEK (3 MILES EAST OF HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS) - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. KITSON RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for grayling is two, 16 inches long. KOA LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. LA PLATA RIVER - LA PLATA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. LAGERMAN RESERVOIR - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. LAKE ARBOR - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LAKE CREEK - HINSDALE FROM BIG EMERALD LAKE INLET UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15. LAKE DOROTHEY - LAS ANIMAS JUNIATA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. No more than two largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KELLY LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. KENNEY RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. WITHIN THE LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA, INCLUDING SCHWACHHEIM CREEK AND ALL OTHER DRAINAGES INTO THE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. LAKE FORK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH GLACIER CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. LAKE GRANBY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is four. 4. Jan. 1-Aug. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is four, �REGULATIONS singly or in aggregate. 5. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is four, singly or in aggregate. 6. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. 7. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream. 2011-12 Colorado Fishing TOP 5 PLACES TO... LAKE JOHN - JACKSON 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is four. LESTER CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) FOR A QUARTER OF A MILE UPSTREAM AND A QUARTER OF A MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM PEARL LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 18 inches long. LON HAGLER RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth and smallmouth bass is one in aggregate, 18 inches long. LONE PINE CREEK - LARIMER FROM PARVIN LAKE UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. LONETREE RESERVOIR - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 3. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 4. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. LONG DRAW RESERVOIR - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. LOS PINOS CREEK - SAGUACHE ON THAT PORTION WITHIN THE COCHETOPA STATE WILDLIFE AREA (SNYDER RANCH): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. LOS PINOS RIVER - HINSDALE, LA PLATA FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN BAYFIELD DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE EAST OF CORTEZ DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, Photo © DOW ICE FISH IN JANUARY McKAY LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMURRY PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 1. Antero Reservoir, Park Co. 2. Eleven Mile Reservoir, Park Co. 3. Blue Mesa Reservoir, Gunnison Co. 4. Jumbo Reservoir, Logan Co. 5. Harvey Gap Reservoir, Garfield Co. McPHEE RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 2. No bag or possession limit for walleye. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Want a spot on the ice away from the crowds? Find a comprehensive list of places to ice fish on the DOW website: MEADOW CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. www.wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/ WhereToGo/IceFishing LOST TRAIL CREEK - GUNNISON (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOWELL PONDS - ADAMS 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. MACK MESA RESERVOIR - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth bass is two, 15 inches long. MAD CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. MANCOS RIVER - MONTEZUMA FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN MANCOS DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. MARTIN LAKE - HUERFANO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MAY CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. MCCALL LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. REGULATIONS WITHIN THE HOHNHOLZ STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. McELMO CREEK - MONTEZUMA largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. IN COLUMBINE BAY FROM THE INLET OF TWIN CREEK UPSTREAM: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. LARAMIE RIVER - LARIMER 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. MEADOW CREEK, EAST - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEDANO CREEK - SAGUACHE, ALAMOSA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, HUDSON BRANCH SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEDANO CREEK, LITTLE - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEREDITH RESERVOIR - CROWLEY 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. MICHIGAN RIVER - JACKSON WITHIN THE DIAMOND J STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. MIDDLE CREEK, EAST - SAGUACHE FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. MINERS CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 21 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing MITCHELL CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE GLENWOOD SPRINGS FISH HATCHERY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. MONTGOMERY RESERVOIR - PARK 1. Ice fishing prohibited. 2. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. REGULATIONS ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RESERVOIR AND FROM THE WEST FACE OF THE DAM: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MONUMENT RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. REGULATIONS largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. NEE GRONDA RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is five in the aggregate, 15 inches long. NEE NOSHE RESERVOIR - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 2. Bag limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is five in the aggregate, 15 inches long. NEE SO PAH RESERVOIR (SWEETWATER AND JET) - KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. NEWLIN CREEK - CUSTER, FREMONT MORRISON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. MORROW POINT RESERVOIR - GUNNISON, MONTROSE 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. NICKELSON CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 5. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. NORTH TAYLOR CREEK - CUSTER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. NORTHWATER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. OSIER CREEK - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. OVERLAND TRAIL POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PAONIA RESERVOIR (MUDDY CREEK) GUNNISON FROM THE TOP OF PAONIA DAM DOWNSTREAM TO BOUNDARY FENCE BELOW STILLING BASIN: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. MOUNT ELBERT FOREBAY RESERVOIR - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is one. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. NO NAME CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. MOWER RESERVOIR - JEFFERSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. MUDDY CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. NORTH LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA LAS ANIMAS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NASH CREEK - DOLORES NORTH PLATTE RIVER - JACKSON FROM GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15. NATIVE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. NAVAJO LAKE - DOLORES 1. Artificial flies and lures only. NAVAJO RESERVOIR - ARCHULETA 1. Trotlines permitted. AT THE NAVAJO STATE PARK BOAT RAMP AND MOORING COVE ONLY: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. NAVAJO RIVER - ARCHULETA, CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO BRIDAL VEIL FALLS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE OSO DIVERSION DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, 22 NOLAN CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WITHIN THE BROWNLEE OR VERNER STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE G ROUTT NATIONAL FOREST DOWNSTREAM TO WYOMING (NORTHGATE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. NORTH PLATTE RIVER, NORTH FORK JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. NORTH SHIELDS PONDS - LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST FORK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. PARACHUTE CREEK, EAST MIDDLE FORK GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PARVIN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. IN THE INLET STREAM (LONE PINE CREEK) UPSTREAM TO LARIMER CR 74E (RED FEATHER LAKES ROAD): 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. PASS CREEK - MINERAL (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PASTURE CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. PEARL LAKE - ROUTT INCLUDING THE INLET STREAM FOR A QUARTERMILE ABOVE INLET AND THE OUTLET STREAM FOR A QUARTER-MILE BELOW THE OUTLET 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 18 inches long. NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 3. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Only one can be longer than 25 inches. 4. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. PELLA CROSSING RECREATION AREA PONDS (ALL PONDS) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 23 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS PENNOCK CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE INTERSECTION WITH USFS TRAIL NO. 928 (SIGNAL MOUNTAIN TRAIL): 1. Fishing prohibited. 4. Underwater spearfishing allowed for channel, FROM THE WEST BOUNDARY OF THE HOMBRE RANCH (BELOW RUSTIC) DOWNSTREAM TO THE PINGREE PARK ROAD/BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. PIEDRA RIVER - ARCHULETA REGULATIONS FROM THE PIEDRA RIVER BRIDGE ON USFS 631 (PIEDRA ROAD) DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TRES PIEDRA RANCH (1.5 MILES ABOVE U.S. 160): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. PIEDRA RIVER, EAST FORK - MINERAL, HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PIKES PEAK NORTH SLOPE RECREATION AREA (CRYSTAL, NORTH CATAMOUNT AND SOUTH CATAMOUNT) - EL PASO, TELLER 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is two. NORTH CATAMOUNT RESERVOIR ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIT D POND - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. POAGE LAKE - RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 25) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size limit for trout is two, 12 inches long. POOSE CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PORCUPINE LAKE - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. POUDRE RIVER - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH JOE WRIGHT CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF THE BIG BEND CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH BLACK HOLLOW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 24 FROM THE UPPER BOUNDARY OF GATEWAY PARK (WATER DIVERSION FOR FORT COLLINS) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, NORTH FORK - LARIMER blue and flathead catfish with an aggregate bag and possession limit of five and for wiper with a bag and possession limit of five. 5. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam from 4 p.m.-9 a.m. March 15-April 15. 6. It is unlawful to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. PURGATOIRE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK LAS ANIMAS WITHIN THE BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH DIVIDE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO BULL CREEK (ABOVE HALLIGAN RESERVOIR): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM MILTON SEAMAN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. POUDRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY DOWNSTREAM FOR 1 MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited. PREWITT RESERVOIR - LOGAN, WASHINGTON 1. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 3. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. PURGATOIRE RIVER, SOUTH FORK LAS ANIMAS WITHIN THE BOSQUE DEL OSO STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to water immediately. QUEENS RESERVOIR, NORTH AND SOUTH KIOWA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. QUINCY RESERVOIR - ARAPAHOE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. 3. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. 4. Min. size for tiger muskie is 40 inches long. 5. Access controlled by Aurora Parks & Recreation as posted. RAMPART RESERVOIR - EL PASO 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is two. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. RANCH CREEK, NORTH FORK - GRAND PRONGER POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. PROSPECT PARK LAKES - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. BASS LAKE AND WEST PROSPECT LAKES ONLY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. PROSPECT PONDS NO. 2 AND NO. 3 LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. PUEBLO RESERVOIR - PUEBLO 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is five in the aggregate, 18 inches long. 3. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. RED LION SWA - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. RHODES GULCH - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RIDGWAY RESERVOIR - OURAY 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. RIFLE GAP RESERVOIR - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. �REGULATIONS 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for small- mouth bass is two, 15 inches long. 3. Bag, possession and min. size limit for walleye is one, 18 inches long. RIO BLANCO LAKE - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 2. Only one northern pike longer than 34 inches may be taken per day. RIO DE LOS PINOS - CONEJOS mediately. RIO GRANDE - HINSDALE, MINERAL, RIO GRANDE (MAP, BELOW) FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF RIVER HILL CAMPGROUND DOWNSTREAM TO THE WEST FENCE OF MASONIC PARK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size limit for brown trout is two, 12 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water trout is two, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. RIO LADO CREEK - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RIVERBEND PONDS NOs.1, 2, 3, 4 AND 5 LARIMER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ROAD BEAVER CREEK - GUNNISON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROARING CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROARING FORK CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE COLO. 149 BRIDGE AT SOUTH CANAL DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown (MAP, PAGE 27) GOLD MEDAL WATERS FROM FRYINGPAN G RIVER TO COLORADO RIVER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH McFARLANE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. FROM THE UPPER WOODY CREEK BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER (EXCLUDING 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. FROM 50 YARDS UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM FROM THE CONFLUENCES WITH FOURMILE CREEK AND THREEMILE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. 3. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. immediately. G FORK DOWNSTREAM TO THE RIO GRANDE ROARING FORK RIVER - PITKIN, GARFIELD REGULATIONS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE WATERFALL AT THE SOUTH SAN JUAN WILDERNESS BOUNDARY: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- 2011-12 Colorado Fishing ROARING FORK OF THE NORTH PLATTE JACKSON WITHIN THE ODD FELLOWS OR MANVILLE STATE WILDLIFE AREAS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. ROCK CREEK - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 25 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS ROCK LAKE - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TO THE INTERSECTION OF APACHE STREET WITH THE RIVER, INCLUDING RIVER CENTER PONDS: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. ROCKY FORK CREEK - PITKIN (MAP, PAGE 27) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE U.S. 160 BRIDGE IN PAGOSA SPRINGS DOWNSTREAM TO NAVAJO RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAKE - DENVER 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. WEST FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. REGULATIONS ROSEMONT RESERVOIR - TELLER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. ROUGH CANYON - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. RUBY JEWEL LAKE - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES STATE WILDLIFE AREA - PUEBLO 1. Ice fishing prohibited. SAGUACHE CREEK - SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 25) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH CALIFORNIA GULCH: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAGUACHE CREEK, MIDDLE & SOUTH FORK SAGUACHE (MAP, PAGE 25) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF SAGUACHE CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SAINT VRAIN CREEK (NORTH) - BOULDER FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH HORSE CREEK DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET OF BUTTON ROCK RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. SAN MIGUEL RIVER - MONTROSE, SAN MIGUEL FROM THE COLO. 90 BRIDGE AT PINON DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE DOLORES RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. SAWHILL PONDS - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ALL PONDS EXCEPT 1 AND 1A: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. SCHWACHHEIM CREEK - LAS ANIMAS WITHIN THE LAKE DOROTHEY STATE WILDLIFE AREA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SECOND CREEK - DELTA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SARVIS CREEK - GRAND, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. SEVERY CREEK - EL PASO FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE BOUNDARY: 1. Fishing prohibited. SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. one in aggregate, 21 inches long. SAN FRANCISCO CREEK (MIDDLE AND WEST FORKS) AND WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE RIO GRANDE (MAP, PAGE 25) THAT PORTION ON U.S. FOREST SERVICE LANDS INCLUDING WEST SAN FRANCISCO LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. 26 SLATER CREEK, SOUTH FORK AND WEST PRONG OF THE SOUTH FORK - ROUTT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SLOAN LAKE - HINSDALE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SNELL CREEK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. SODA CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. SOUTH PLATTE PARK (LITTLETON) ARAPAHOE 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER - DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON, PARK, TELLER (MAPS, PAGES 28-29) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE MIDDLE G AND SOUTH FORKS DOWNSTREAM TO SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM SHADOW MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO LAKE GRANBY INCLUDING COLUMBINE BAY TO THE TWIN CREEK INLET: 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. 2. Snagging prohibited. SHEEP CREEK - CONEJOS FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONEJOS RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. SAN JUAN RIVER - ARCHULETA FROM THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. 160 AND U.S. 84 DOWNSTREAM THROUGH PAGOSA SPRINGS SILVER LAKE - MESA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. SHADOW MOUNTAIN SPILLWAY - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) BLUE HERON LAKE: 1. Bag, possession and min. size limit for bass is FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND WEST FORKS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. SAINT VRAIN STATE PARK - WELD BALD EAGLE LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or SHEEP CREEK, EAST AND WEST FORKS LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) SHEEP CREEK - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE EAST AND FROM THE OUTLET OF SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM TO THE INLET G OF ELEVEN MILE RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water imme- diately. 3. Some portions may be closed to fishing as posted from Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. FROM IMMEDIATELY BELOW ELEVEN MILE DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE WAGON TONGUE GULCH ROAD BRIDGE AT SPRINGER GULCH (ELEVEN MILE CANYON): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 27 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN DAM DOWNSTREAM TO G THE UPPER WIGWAM CLUB PROPERTY LINE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. G FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE WIGWAM CLUB DOWNSTREAM TO SCRAGGY VIEW PICNIC GROUND: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is REGULATIONS two, 16 inches long. FROM STRONTIA SPRINGS DAM DOWNSTREAM TO 300 YARDS UPSTREAM FROM THE DENVER WATER BOARD'S MARSTON DIVERSION STRUCTURE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM CHATFIELD DAM DOWNSTREAM TO C-470: 1. Bag limit and min. size for walleye is three, 18 inches long. 2. Only one walleye longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, MIDDLE FORK - G PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) FROM THE COLO. 9 BRIDGE (4.9 MILES NORTH OF GARO) DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER, SOUTH FORK - PARK (MAP, PAGE 29) FROM U.S. 285 DOWNSTREAM TO ANTERO RESERVOIR: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. FROM ANTERO RESERVOIR DOWNSTREAM IN THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CHANNEL TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE EXISTING CHANNEL: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. FROM THE LOWER BOUNDARY FENCE OF THE BADGER BASIN STATE WILDLIFE AREA DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE SOUTH PLATTE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. Only one may be longer than 20 inches. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR - G PARK to one-half hour before sunrise. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- 3. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is mediately. one, 20 inches long. 4. Ice fishing prohibited. SPRAT-PLATTE LAKE - ADAMS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. (MAP, PAGE 29) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Fishing prohibited one-half hour after sunset 28 SPRUCE CREEK NO. 1 - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. SPRUCE CREEK NO. 3 - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STALKER LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS STANDLEY LAKE - JEFFERSON 1. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. 2. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches may be taken per day. STEARNS LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. STEELMAN CREEK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. SUMMIT RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. SWAMP LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SWEITZER LAKE - DELTA 1. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. TELLER LAKE - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. SYLVAN LAKE - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) THREE LAKES (LOWEST AND MIDDLE LAKES) LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. IN THE INLET AND UPSTREAM FOR A HALFMILE: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30. TAMARACK RANCH POND - LOGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. TAYLOR CREEK, LITTLE - MONTEZUMA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR - GUNNISON 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is three. Only one may be longer than 26 inches. 2. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. 3. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. TAYLOR RIVER - GUNNISON SWAN RIVER - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is two, 16 inches long. SWAN RIVER, NORTH FORK - SUMMIT (MAP, PAGE 12) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. FROM THE TOP OF TAYLOR DAM AND THEN FROM THE DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 325 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM A POINT 325 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE LOWER BOUNDARY OF THE TAYLOR STATE WILDLIFE AREA (APPROXIMATELY 0.4 MILES): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to water immediately. THREEMILE CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 27) FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE ROARING FORK RIVER UPSTREAM FOR A HALF-MILE: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIR - PROWERS 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TIMBERLINE LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. TORSIDO CREEK - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TOTTEN RESERVOIR - MONTEZUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TRAPPER CREEK - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 29 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS TRAPPERS LAKE - GARFIELD (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and max. size limit for cutthroat is two, 11 inches long. All cutthroat greater than 11 inches must be returned to water. 3. No bag or possession limit for brook trout. 4. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for one-half mile. 5. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of either side of inlet streams. 6. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. TRINIDAD RESERVOIR - LAS ANIMAS 1. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 2. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is five in the aggregate. 3. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 18 inches may be taken per day. REGULATIONS 2. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. VALLECITO CREEK - LA PLATA, SAN JUAN WANEKA LAKE (LAFAYETTE) - BOULDER 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE WEMINUCHE WILDERNESS DOWNSTREAM TO THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE: 1. All kokanee must be returned to water from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. FROM THE LA PLATA CR 501 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO THE STANDING WATER LINE OF VALLECITO RESERVOIR: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. TROUT CREEK - RIO BLANCO, ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 4. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. VASQUEZ CREEK, LITTLE - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE DENVER WATER BOARD DIVERSION: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. TURQUOISE RESERVOIR - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is two. TWIN LAKES - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is one. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR - BACA 1. Trotlines and jugs permitted. TWO LEDGE RESERVOIR - JACKSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER - OURAY FROM THE OURAY CR 23 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM TO RIDGWAY RESERVOIR: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION: 1. Fishing prohibited except as posted. FROM THE FENCE JUST BELOW THE USGS GAUGE STATION BELOW RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH COW CREEK: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. FROM THE RIDGWAY DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GUNNISON RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. UNION RESERVOIR (CALKINS LAKE) - WELD 1. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. 30 WASHINGTON PARK (LILY POND) - DENVER 1. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. WATSON LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) 1. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 2. No live minnows. WEST CREEK - MESA FROM THE COLO. 141 BRIDGE DOWNSTREAM 5 MILES TO THE CONFLUENCE OF UTE CREEK: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. WEST CROSS CREEK - EAGLE (MAP, PAGE 14) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. VASQUEZ CREEK, SOUTH FORK - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) TUTTLE CREEK - SAGUACHE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to water immediately. WARD ROAD POND - JEFFERSON 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water im- mediately. VAUGHN RESERVOIR - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is two. WHITE RIVER - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 31) FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 13 BRIDGE BELOW MEEKER (EXCLUDING THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA): 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. VIRGINIA GULCH CREEK, WEST - LA PLATA 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ON THE SLEEPY CAT EASEMENT, WAKARA LEASE, AND THE MEEKER PASTURE STATE WILDLIFE AREA EAST OF MEEKER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- VIRGINIA LAKE - LAKE (MAP, PAGE 11) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. ately. WACKER PONDS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS HANSON BROS. PONDS) - MORGAN 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA STATE WILDLIFE AREA - HUERFANO 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Ice fishing prohibited. WALDEN PONDS (EXCEPT WALLY TOEVS POND) - BOULDER 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. FROM THE CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS OF THE WHITE RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO KENNEY RESERVOIR: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM 400 YARDS: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. FROM 400 YARDS BELOW TAYLOR DRAW DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE STATE LINE: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. WALKER STATE WILDLIFE AREA - MESA WHITE RIVER, NORTH FORK - RIO BLANCO (MAP, PAGE 16) (MAP, PAGE 31) 1. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of Feb. WALTON CREEK - ROUTT (MAP, PAGE 33) 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE SOUTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 31 �2011-12 Colorado Fishing WHITE RIVER, SOUTH FORK RIO BLANCO REGULATIONS ARKANSAS RIVER AND REPUBLICAN RIVER DRAINAGES (MAP, PAGE 31) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NORTH FORK OF THE WHITE RIVER: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. WILLIAMS FORK RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) REGULATIONS 1. Northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. FROM THE BUOY LINE AT THE WILLIAMS FORK RIVER INLET UPSTREAM TO THE FIRST GRAND COUNTY ROAD BRIDGE: 1. Fishing and snagging pro- hibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. WILLIAMS FORK RIVER GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) FROM WILLIAMS FORK DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE COLORADO RIVER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immediately. WILLIAMS GULCH - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) FROM THE HEADWATERS DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE POUDRE RIVER: 1. Fishing prohibited. WILLOW CREEK (LITTLE SNAKE DRAINAGE) MOFFAT 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR - GRAND (MAP, PAGE 15) 1. Ice-fishing shelters must be portable. WINDSOR RESERVOIR - WELD 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WOLF CREEK - CONEJOS 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WOODS LAKE STATE WILDLIFE AREA SAN MIGUEL 1. Artificial flies and lures only. WRIGHTS LAKE - CHAFFEE 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 32 YAMPA RIVER - ROUTT, MOFFAT (MAP, PAGE 33) FROM THE HEADWATERS OF THE YAMPA RIVER DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE GREEN RIVER: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. FROM THE HEADWATERS TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH TROUT CREEK (INCLUDING TRIBUTARIES): 1. Bag limit for whitefish is four. 2. Possession limit for whitefish is eight. FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK DOWNSTREAM FOR 4.8 MILES TO THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE) BRIDGE, IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immedi- ately. FROM THE JAMES BROWN (SOUL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE BRIDGE) DOWNSTREAM TO THE COLO. 394 BRIDGE NEAR CRAIG: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM FOR 0.6 OF A MILE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immediately. YOUNGS CREEK RESERVOIRS NO. 1, NO. 2 AND NO. 3 - DELTA (MAP, PAGE 16) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FROM STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Spawning areas (redds) closed to fishing as YUMA CITY LAKE - YUMA 1. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. posted. FROM 0.6 OF A MILE BELOW STAGECOACH DAM DOWNSTREAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH WALTON CREEK, EXCLUDING CATAMOUNT LAKE: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two. ZIMMERMAN LAKE - LARIMER (MAP, PAGE 23) 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Trout must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. �REGULATIONS 2011-12 Colorado Fishing REGULATIONS 33 �Colorado Division of Wildlife Printed for free distribution by NOTICE: This brochure is not a legal notice nor a complete collection of 6060 Broadway, Denver CO 80216 303-297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us fishing regulations and laws. It is a condensed guide issued for anglers’ convenience. Copies of wildlife statutes and regulations can be obtained from a DOW office and are available on the website at www.wildlife.state.co.us. For questions, call the DOW, (303) 297-1192. Bring the cover home Share the history and tradition of Colorado’s angling heritage with this beautiful 18" X 24" glossy print poster of Colorado’s Crystal Lake, south of Ouray on Hwy. 550. ORDER ONLINE TODAY, ONLY $5 www.wildlife.state.co.us/ wildlifestore � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/7d13b3b9e1203b66586509aeb8c23ef7.pdf 3e0f93d78eaa5c78e2a9ea178ebc6e3b PDF Text Text Colorado Fishing COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE April 1, 2010March 31, 2011 COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 • www.wildlife.state.co.us �DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 DOW SERVICE CENTERS Fort Collins Svc. Ctr. 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Denver Svc. Ctr. 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison, Box 128 Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 Northwest Region Svc. Ctr. 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Southwest Region Svc. Ctr. 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 Hot Sulphur Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Road 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Monte Vista Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road 1 E Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weiss Drive Steamboat Spgs., 80477 (970) 870-2197 Pueblo Svc. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees. Printed March 2010, 300,000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Editor: Amy Nickelson Cover Photo: copyright Wes Uncapher Wildlife Commissioners (as of Feb. 2010): Tim Glenn, chair; Robert Streeter, vice chair; Mark Smith, secretary; Dennis Buechler, member; Dr. Allan Jones, member; David R. Brougham, member; Dorothea Farris, member; Dean Wingfield, member; John Singletary, member; James B. Martin, ex-officio member; John Stulp, ex-officio member. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. �TABLE OF CONTENTS » Fishing season dates .................................................................................2 » License fees ................................................................................................2 » License requirements ............................................................................2-3 » Residency qualifications...........................................................................3 » Fishing definitions .................................................................................4-5 » Legal methods of take ..............................................................................5 » Special conditions and restrictions......................................................6-7 • Prohibited fishing methods...............................................................6 • Fish Species: prohibited, threatened, endangered, nongame ..........6 • Ice fishing..........................................................................................6 • Gathering and using bait fish ...........................................................6 • Releasing tagged fish........................................................................6 • Donating fish.....................................................................................7 • Transporting, exporting fish .............................................................7 • How to properly release fish ............................................................7 • Illegal take and transfer of fish.........................................................7 • Emergency closure of waters, protected waters ..............................7 • Emergency public salvage............................................................... 7 • Fishing contests.................................................................................7 » Bag and Possession limits ........................................................................9 (including how to measure your catch) » Waters with special fishing regulations..........................................10-33 » South Platte regulations, state river drainages .............................34-36 24-HOUR RECORDED FISHING INFORMATION (area code 303) General fishing season dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7533 Fish Stocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7531 Fishing Conditions Reports: Statewide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7534 Metro Denver and Foothills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7535 Northeast Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7536 Northwest Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7537 Southeast Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7538 Southwest Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7539 OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW’s law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-877-COLOOGT toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 1 �2010 LICENSE FEES (available at DOW offices, through license agents and online) » Residents Annual Fishing (16 and older) ..............................................................................$26 Combination Fishing & Small Game ....................................................................$41 Senior Annual Fishing (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) ..........................$1 » Nonresidents Annual Fishing ....................................................................................................$56 Five-Day Fishing License......................................................................................$21 » Residents and Nonresidents One-Day Fishing License ........................................................................................$9 Second Rod Stamp ..................................................................................................$5 (Second rod stamp available to licensed residents, licensed nonresidents and youth under 16 years.) » Habitat Stamp ............................................................................................................$5 *License fees include a 25-cent search and rescue fee, and 75-cent PEAC surcharge. FISHING SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise stated in this brochure. FREE FISHING DAYS BUY ONLINE Buy your fishing license on our Web site, www.wildlife.state.co.us, or by calling 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards accepted for phone or Internet purchases. Residents and nonresidents can fish in Colorado without a license or Habitat Stamp on the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE INFORMATION » Licenses are valid through March 31, 2011, and are nontransferable. False statements made while buying a license render it void. » Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an application and paying a fee. » Anglers must comply with habitat stamp requirements. » The taking of mollusks listed in Chapter 10 is prohibited. 1. ADULTS — A fishing license is required for people ages 16 and older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as noted in this brochure. 2. YOUTH — Those under 16 can take a full bag and possession limit without a license. (a) Youth under 16 must have a second rod stamp if fishing with more than one line at a time. 3. SENIORS — Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a DOW office or license agent for $1, which consists of the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75cent PEAC surcharge. A license must be carried while fishing. (a) Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. These are free and valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any DOW office. 4. SECOND ROD STAMP — Anglers can use a second rod, handline or tip up by purchasing a second rod stamp. Anglers can buy only 1 second rod stamp per season. (a) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (b) A second rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. 5. COMMERCIAL — $40; required to take or possess bait fish, amphibians, or crustaceans for commercial purposes. Applications are available at the DOW. License holders must submit an annual report to the DOW within 30 days of the license expiration date. Holders are required to provide live fish buyers with a receipt stating the seller’s name, date of sale, species and number sold. 2 �6. VIOLATIONS — Wildlife violations have specific point values. People who accumulate 20 or more points in 5 years can have their license privileges suspended or revoked. 7. ARMED FORCES EXEMPTION — Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, max. 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. 8. YOUTH MENTORS — Youth mentor hunting and fishing opportunities are available for those under 18. Youths under 16 must be accompanied by a mentor. Mentors must be 18 and comply with hunter education requirements. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a license: 1. You must have lived continuously in Colorado at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except #2 and 3 below.) The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. HABITAT STAMP A Habitat Stamp is required of people 19-64 who buy hunting or fishing licenses. With a license purchase, the stamp is $5 and required on each of the first 2 licenses bought per year ($10 total). A lifetime stamp costs $200. This stamp satisfies either of the above requirements. 2. U.S. armed services personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the armed services and maintain Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (unless they change their home of record to another state.) Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned to duty here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending a Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time out of state and pay nonresident tuition still qualify for a resident license. 4. People under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. 5. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 6. Except as in #2 and #3 above, your Colorado residency ends if you apply for, buy or accept hunting, fishing or trapping license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado; or get a driver’s license with an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on our Web site or at DOW offices and send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a VA hospital or state mental institution or mental health institution. 3. Totally and permanently disabled Colorado residents per Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security documentation of permanent and total disability. If documents do not state “totally and permanently disabled,” you must provide documentation that Social Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; 3 �b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting to total and permanent physical or mental impairment that prevents gainful employment and is reasonably certain to continue throughout your life; c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 4. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. You must have served on active duty in the armed forces, honorably discharged and establish a service-related disability rated by the VA a min. 60% through disability retirement benefits or pension because of a public statute administered by the VA or military. You can get proof of disability by requesting an eligibility letter from the VA, 1-800-827-1000. Meeting these requirements qualifies you for a free, lifetime resident combination small game and fishing license. DEFINITIONS » ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES means devices made entirely of, or a combination of, natural or synthetic non-edible, non-scented (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward), or materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers, or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. » BAIT means any hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by the sense of taste or smell; those devices to which scents or smell attractants have been added or externally applied (regardless if the scent is added in the manufacturing process or applied afterward); scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits or stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. » CHUMMING means placing fish, parts of fish, or other material upon which fish might feed in the waters of this state for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular area in order that they might be taken, but such term shall not include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. » GAME FISH means all species of fish except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species, which currently exist or may be introduced into the state and which are classified as game fish by the Commission. This includes, but is not limited to brown, brook, cutthroat, golden, lake (mackinaw), and rainbow trout; splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrids); arctic char; grayling; kokanee salmon; whitefish; sculpin; smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped, and white bass; wipers (striped bass and white bass hybrids); carp; bullhead, blue, channel, and flathead catfish; black and white crappie; drum; northern pike; tiger muskie; sacramento and yellow perch; sauger; saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids); speckled dace; rainbow smelt; tench; walleye; bluegill; bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish); green and pumpkinseed sunfish; gizzard shad; longnose and white suckers; minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top, and suckermouth minnows). » FLOAT TUBE means a floating device which suspends a single occupant in the water from the seat down and is not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. » GIG means a barbed fork with one or more tines which is attached to a handle. » JUGS means floats to which are attached a line and common hook. » MINNOW means all members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (Carp, Chub, Dace, Goldfish, Minnow, Shiner, Stoneroller, and Tench) Cyprinodontidae (Killifish, Top Minnow) and Clupeidae (Gizzard Shad), except those designated as nongame, threatened, or endangered in Chapter 10 of these regulations. » NATURAL STREAM is one where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently for at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not considered natural streams. » NET means seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take or as an aid in taking fish, amphibians or crustaceans. » PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE means a rod and line, hand line, or tip up that is used for fishing and which is under the personal control of a person who is in proximity to it. » COMMON HOOK means any hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. All hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure shall be considered a common hook. » SIZE OR LENGTH means the total length of a fish with head and tail attached measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. » SEINING means the capture of live fish with the use of a net that hangs vertically in the water 4 �and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together, or are drawn ashore. » SNAGGING means the taking of fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures, or similar devices where the fish is hooked in a part of the body other than the mouth. » TROTLINE is a single, anchored line with a float at each end from which droplines are attached. LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE — Each line shall have only 3 common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES — (a) Permitted only on specific waters, as listed in this brochure. (b) No one may use more than one trotline. (c) Must be anchored, marked at each end by floats, be no longer than 150 feet with no more than 25 droplines, and shall be weighted to place the line at least 3 feet under water. (d) Only 3 barbed hooks are allowed on a common hook on each dropline. (e) Trotlines shall be tagged with the user’s name, CID number and date set. (f) All trotlines shall be personally checked at least once in every 24-hour period. 3. JUGS — (a) Permitted only on specific waters, as listed in this brochure. (b) Only 10 jugs are allowed for each license holder, each with only 1 single line and 1 common hook. (c) Must be tagged with the owner or user’s name and CID number. (d) Must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY, AND GIGS — (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery, and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad, and white or long-nose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” Other fish may be taken when authorized in specific waters in “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” Underwater spearfishing of lake trout is prohibited. (b) These additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing: 1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. 2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the diver is submerged. 3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol. 4. Spears must be attached by a safety line no longer than 10 feet. (c) Archery and gigs are allowed for taking bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING — (a) Snagging is permitted for taking kokanee salmon only, on specific waters listed in “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” Other species snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES AND CAST-NETS — (a) Seines are allowed only for bait fish, gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish; or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” (b) Seines must be made of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines cannot exceed 20 feet long and 4 feet in depth. 7. BY HAND OR WITH DIP NETS — (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by the DOW for emergency salvage. (c) Hand-held dip nets may be used for taking bait fish according to restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish.” 8. LIVETRAPS — (a) Cage or box traps, including set pots, shall be used only for the taking of crayfish, snapping turtles, and fish captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT — may be used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT — may be used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. 5 �SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CATCH AND RELEASE — Any fish released upon catch must be released alive and into the same body of water from which it was taken. 2. SOME PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS INCLUDE — Chumming, using toxicants or poisons, stupefying substances, electrofishing. 3. PROHIBITED SPECIES — These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bowfins; rudd; zebra mussels; quagga mussels; New Zealand mud snail; Eurasian ruffe; white perch; rusty crayfish; carp (silver, catla, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers); Asian swamp eel; green frog and gobies, fish hook fleas and spiny water fleas. 4. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES — It is illegal to take or use these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub and greenback cutthroat trout. If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. 5. NONGAME SPECIES — It is illegal to have or harvest bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, river shiner, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, Woodhouse’s toad, plains leopard frog, northern leopard frog and boreal toad. 6. ICE FISHING — The following additional restrictions apply to waters open for ice fishing: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter, or 10 inches on any side. (b) All fires on the ice must be enclosed in a container. (c) No litter allowed on the ice. (d) Portable ice fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed at the end of the day. (e) Permanent ice fishing shelters (where permitted) must display the name and CID number of the owner or user on the outside of the shelter facing the shore. Writing must be in legible, contrasting color letters at least 2 inches high. 7. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH — (a) The only fish allowed to be taken for commercial use are minnows, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers and carp. All live baitfish from a commercial source and transported by anglers must at all times be accompanied by a receipt from the source. (b) The use of, or possession of live fish for use as bait is prohibited in all waters east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet elevation and all waters west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir; the Arkansas River above Parkdale (in Fremont and Chaffee counties); and Watson Lake in Larimer County. (c) The only species allowed to be taken and used for consumption or used as bait (either alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping, or dipping are minnows, bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegills and yellow perch. (d) The seining, netting, trapping, and dipping of fish is prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs, all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson, and Park counties, and all public standing waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercially licensed aquaculture facilities. (e) Bullfrogs and Salamanders — Bullfrogs and the aquatic gilled form of the tiger salamander for private and commercial use is permitted. Statewide bag limits apply. (f) Crustaceans — Taking crustaceans, crayfish, for commercial use is allowed. The minimum size is 3 inches for commercial food (measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between the eye) to the telson (last bony plate in the tail)). Crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to the water All set pots and traps must be labeled with the licensee’s name, address and license number. (g) Mollusks — Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait is prohibited. 8. RELEASING TAGGED FISH — It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 6 �CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically those considered Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation waters, are protected throughout the state. In these waters, fishing is allowed by artificial flies and lures only and all cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. These restrictions are to accommodate the growing number of cutthroat trout streams and lakes that are being included in conservation and recovery actions according to management plans. 9. DONATING FISH — You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A “likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 10. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH — Species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, transported within or exported from Colorado, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 11. RELEASING FISH — Any fish caught in catch and release waters MUST be returned immediately to the water. Please follow these tips for ensuring higher fish survival rates: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; don’t squeeze fish or put your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out. (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessary, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release in quiet water. 12. ILLEGAL TAKE AND TRANSFER OF FISH — Only people designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans within the boundaries of any Federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. (a) Molesting, disturbing, or damaging gill nets, traps, or seines set by the DOW is prohibited. 13. EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF FISHING WATERS — Emergency closure of waters may be authorized for up to 9 months when environmental conditions in these waters warrant and fishing could result in unacceptable levels of fish mortality. Public notice will be given if waters are closed and notice will be posted at the site. Closures may occur when any of the following criteria are met: (a) Daily maximum water temperatures exceed 74º F, or the daily average temperature exceeds 72º F (b) Measured stream flows are 25% or less of the historical average low flow for the time period (c) Fungus and other visible signs of deterioration may be present (d) Daily minimum dissolved oxygen levels are below five (5) parts per million (ppm) (e) When environmental events such as wildfires, mudslides, oil spills or similar events have occurred, resulting in the need for recovery time or remedial action for a fish population 14. PROTECTED WATERS — Fishing may be prohibited as posted when necessary to protect: threatened or endangered species; spawning areas; waters used in DOW research projects; newly acquired access to fishing waters; and the integrity of aquatic wildlife populations. 15. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE — If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, the DOW can allow licensed anglers to take fish during daylight hours. Public notice will be given and notice will be posted at the site regarding the catch limit and approved fishing methods. 16. FISHING CONTESTS — Fishing contests cannot be advertised, promoted or conducted without DOW approval if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Applications and a $40 nonrefundable fee must be made 60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Contest are not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water, or commercial or private lakes licensed by the DOW. All standard fishing regulations apply. Contests for tagged or marked trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. Public fishing areas will remain open during a contest, regardless of contest fees. Sponsors shall document the number of participants, average time spent fishing and estimated total catch by species in a written report for the DOW within 20 days of the contest end. 7 �Is your catch safe to eat? Check online The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued fish consumption advisories for some Colorado waters. The advisories provide information on specific fish species and their sizes classes that may contain levels of contaminants posing human health risks. Fish consumption information is important for anglers who eat the fish they catch, especially pregnant or nursing women and children. Anglers should check these advisories before going fishing to see if their destination is included. The advisories can be found online at www.cdphe.state.co.us/ wq/FishCon/Analyses. BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide limits for species are listed on the next page. Species not on the chart have no bag or possession limits or are restricted or illegal to take. (See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.”) Some waters have more restrictive limits than listed on chart. Check “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations” for the area you plan to fish to learn more about specific waters. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, these statewide limits apply. DAILY BAG LIMIT — Maximum number of fish you can take in a day, regardless of what you do with them that day. » Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish released immediately are not part of the limit. POSSESSION LIMIT — Maximum number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, transporting, at home or in storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. » Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. » When taken by underwater spearfishing, the daily bag and possession limit for fish with established limits is 2. MEASURE YOUR CATCH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass illustrated above to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down as seen in the lake trout. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ........................Length (inches) 8 Rainbow trout ........................24 Brook trout..............................16 Golden trout............................16 Cutbow trout ..........................22 Splake......................................20 Kokanee ..................................20 Northern pike..........................36 Walleye ..................................26 Yellow perch ..........................12 Smallmouth bass ....................17 White bass ..............................17 Crappie....................................15 Blue catfish ............................30 Common carp ........................30 Species....................................Length Brown trout ............................................22 Cutthroat trout ........................................20 Lake trout ................................................32 Pumpkinseed .......................................... 8 Arctic char ..............................................18 Grayling ..................................................15 Tiger muskie ..........................................40 Saugeye ..................................................26 Largemouth bass ....................................18 Wiper ......................................................28 Bluegill ....................................................10 Channel catfish ......................................30 Black bullhead ........................................14 Grass carp................................................30 �STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TYPE OF FISH DAILY LIMIT » Trout, Arctic Char, Grayling, Salmon (except kokanee) • In aggregate*..........................................................................Daily bag: 4 Possession: 8 » Brook Trout (in addition to above) 8 inches long or less .................................................................................10 » Kokanee Salmon .....................................................................................10 » Walleye, Saugeye, Sauger • In aggregate* ............................................................................................5 • Arkansas River drainage, in aggregate*................................................10 • Arkansas River waters with minimum size restrictions .........................5 » Largemouth, Smallmouth, Spotted bass • In aggregate* ............................................................................................5 » White bass, Wiper, Striped bass • In aggregate*..........................................................................................10 • Arkansas, South Fork of Republican River drainages, in aggregate*.........................................................................20 » Channel, Flathead and Blue catfish • In aggregate*.........................................................................................10 » White and Black Crappie • In aggregate*..........................................................................................20 » Bluegill, Hybrid Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Pumpkinseed Sunfish • In aggregate ............................................................................................20 » Yellow Perch • West of Continental Divide......................................................Unlimited • East of Continental Divide ...................................................................20 » Tiger Muskie ...........................................................1 fish at least 36 inches » Northern Pike, Whitefish, Bullhead ........................................Unlimited » Speckled Dace, Sculpin • West of Continental Divide, In aggregate*...........................................20 • East of Continental Divide........................................................Unlimited » Crayfish (crawdads) or Bullfrogs ............................................Unlimited » Aquatic Tiger Salamander Larvae (gilled) ...50 less than 5 inches long *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. 9 �WATERS WITH SPECIAL FISHING REGULATIONS These waters and DOW properties have more restrictive fishing regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. NOTE: This brochure only includes fishing regulations, such as bag and possession limits. State wildlife areas have additional regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult the DOW’s Colorado State Wildlife Areas brochure for regulations that apply to specific properties. Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works and Mann-Nyholt Lakes) — Adams County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Adobe Creek Reservoir (Blue Lake) — Bent and Kiowa Counties a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 5 fish in the aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long taken per day. Agnes Lakes (Upper and Lower Lakes) — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Akron City Lake — Washington County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir — Mineral County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. American Lakes (Snow and Michigan Lakes) — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Animas River — La Plata County a. From the confluence with Lightner Creek to the Rivera Crossing Bridge: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Antelope Creek, West — Gunnison County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Antero Reservoir — Park County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Apache Creek, North and South Forks — Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the US Forest Service boundary. Arapahoe Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, and Snapper Ponds) — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapaho Creek — Grand County a. From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS 125: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Archuleta Creek — Saguache County a. On that portion within the Cochetopa State Wildlife Area (Snyder Ranch): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River — Chaffee, Fremont, and Lake Counties a. Fishing by flies and lures only from the US 24 river overpass downstream to the lower boundary of the Hayden Ranch, as posted: 1. The bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is one fish, 12 inches long. 10 �b. Fishing with flies and lures only from the Stockyard Bridge (Chaffee Co Rd 102) below Salida downstream 7 ½ miles to the confluence with Badger Creek: 1. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River, Middle Fork of the South Arkansas — Chaffee County a. From the headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Augustora Creek — Archuleta County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora (Senac) Reservoir — Arapahoe County a. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. b. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. The minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Bard Creek — Clear Creek County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the west fork of Clear Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Barker Reservoir — Boulder County a. Ice fishing is prohibited. Barr Lake — Adams County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Bear Creek — Conejos County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Conejos River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Bear Creek — El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to High Drive. Bear Creek — Jefferson County a. From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Creek Reservoir: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow trout) is two fish. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek — Montezuma County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Dolores River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Bear Creek Reservoir — Jefferson County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Bear River — Garfield and Routt Counties a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish and possession limit is eight fish. Beaver Creek – Gunnison County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek — Mineral County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek Reservoir — Rio Grande County a. Snagging for kokanee is permitted from Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Beaver Creek, West — Gunnison County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Big Bend Creek — La Plata County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Big Creek Lake (Lower) — Jackson County a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is three fish, only one of which may be more than 26 inches long. 11 �Big Lake — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Big Thompson Ponds — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Big Thompson River — Larimer County a. From the base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to the bridge at Waltonia: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Black Hollow Creek — Larimer County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) — Alamosa County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing is prohibited from Feb. 15-July 15. Blue Mesa Reservoir — Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is eight fish. c. Snagging of kokanee is permitted from Nov. 1-Dec. 31. d. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-June 30 from high water line at reservoir upstream 1 mile in Coal Creek. Blue River — Grand and Summit Counties a. From the north inlet at Summit Co Rd 3 (Coyne Valley Rd. 3 miles north of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Reservoir: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. b. From Dillon Dam downstream to the north city limits of the town of Silverthorne: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From the north city limits of the town of Silverthorne downstream to the Colo 9 bridge over the Blue River at Blue River State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. d. From the Colo 9 bridge over the Blue River at Blue River State Wildlife Area downstream to the Green Mountain Reservoir inlet: 1. Snagging for kokanee is permitted from Sept. 1-Dec. 31. e. From Green Mountain Reservoir dam downstream to the Colorado River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bobtail Creek — Grand County a. From the headwaters downstream to the Denver Water Board Diversion: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bonny Reservoir — Yuma County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Boss Lake — Chaffee County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek — Boulder County a. From the upper end of Eben Fine Park (within the City Limits of Boulder) downstream to 55th St: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Reservoir — Boulder County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Boyd Lake — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth bass, walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. The minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. 12 �Brush Creek — Eagle County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 from the confluence with Eagle River upstream 2.5 miles. Brush Creek, West — Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30 in the Sylvan Lake inlet and upstream for ½ mile. Brush Hollow Reservoir — Fremont County a. The minimum size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Bull Basin Reservoir #1 — Mesa County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Bull Creek Reservoirs #1 and #2 and Connecting Channels — Mesa County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Burgess Creek — Garfield and Routt Counties a. The bag limit for whitefish is four fish. b. The possession limit for whitefish is eight fish. Button Rock (Ralph Price) Reservoir — Boulder County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. c. Fishing is prohibited from Nov. 1-April 30. Cabin Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited from Trappers Lake upstream for ½ mile. Canyon Creek – Garfield County a. Fishing is prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30 from the north side of the I-70 Bridge downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River. Carnero Creek, Middle — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carnero Creek, North — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carnero Creek, South – Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Creek — Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake — Larimer County a. Snagging of kokanee is permitted from Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. The bag limit for walleye is one fish 16-20 inches long. The possession limit for walleye is two fish. All walleye shorter or longer must be returned to the water immediately. d. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in a boat on the lake. Cascade Creek — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek — Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the US Forest Service boundary. Cat Creek — Rio Grande and Conejos Counties a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cat Creek, North Fork — Rio Grande County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cat Creek, South Fork — Rio Grande County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cataract Creek – Summit County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Chartier Pond — Morgan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 13 �Chatfield Reservoir — Jefferson and Douglas Counties a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Fishing is prohibited from the dam and within 100 feet of the dam or walleye spawning operation nets, from March 15-April 15 between 4 p.m. and 9 a.m. Cheesman Reservoir — Douglas and Jefferson Counties a. Fishing is prohibited from Jan. 1-April 30 and ½ hour after sunset until ½ hour before sunrise. c. Fishing is prohibited on the dam and around the reservoir as posted. d. Snagging of kokanee is permitted from Sept. 1-Dec. 31. e. Ice fishing is prohibited. f. Only one northern pike greater than 34 inches long may be taken per day. Cherry Creek Reservoir — Arapahoe County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Fishing is prohibited from the dam and within 100 feet of the dam or walleye spawning operation nets, from March 15-April 15 between 4 p.m. and 9 a.m. Cheyenne Creek, North — El Paso and Teller Counties a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to Gold Camp Road. Chinns Lake – Clear Creek County a. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is two fish, 16 inches long. b. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Cimarron River — Montrose County a. Snagging of kokanee is permitted from Nov. 1-Dec. 31. Clear Creek — Chaffee County a. Kokanee snagging permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 from the gauging station (approximately ½ mile above Clear Creek Reservoir) downstream to Clear Creek Reservoir. Clear Creek — La Plata County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds — Adams County a. Fishing is prohibited, except for youth participating in Division angler education activities. Clear Creek Reservoir — Chaffee County a. Snagging of kokanee is permitted from Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Clear Lake — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Clinton Reservoir — Summit County a. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Cochetopa Creek — Saguache County a. From Snyder Ranch downstream from Dome Lakes State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Colorado River — Garfield, Eagle, Grand, and Mesa Counties a. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish from Lake Granby Dam downstream to the US 40 bridge approximately 3 miles west of Hot Sulphur Springs. b. From the US 40 bridge, approximately 3 miles west of Hot Sulphur Springs downstream to the confluence with Troublesome Creek (approximately 5 miles east of Kremmling): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish from Troublesome Creek downstream to the I-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle (excluding within 50 yards of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Creeks). d. 50 yards upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name creeks: 1. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. 2. Fishing is prohibited from March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. e. From the I-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle downstream to the state line: 1. There is no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Colorado River, (North Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway — Grand County a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31 from Shadow Mountain Dam spillway to Lake Granby, 14 �including Columbine Bay to the Twin Creek inlet. Colorado Springs Water Supply Reservoirs #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) — El Paso and Teller Counties a. Fishing prohibited in these reservoirs, including all inlets upstream for ½ mile and all outlets downstream for ½ mile, within the City of Colorado Springs property line. Como Creek — Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the confluence with North Boulder Creek. Conejos River — Conejos County a. From the lower bridge at the town of Platoro downstream to the South Fork of the Conejos River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. b. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to the upper boundary of Aspen Glade Campground: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork — Conejos County a. From the headwaters including Big Lake, downstream to and including Rock Lake and its outlet: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Connected Lake — Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is two fish, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake — Hinsdale County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cornelius Creek — Larimer County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with George Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek – Summit County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Creek, Little — Moffat County a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 from Freeman Reservoir upstream for ¼ mile. Cottonwood Lake — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Crawford Reservoir — Delta County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. There is no bag or possession limit on yellow perch. c. Only one northern pike greater than 34 inches long may be taken per day. d. Fishing in the spillway, stilling basin and the outlet canal is prohibited from the fence on top of the Crawford Reservoir dam downstream to the north boundary fence. Crosho Reservoir – Rio Blanco County a. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling is two fish, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir — Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee is permitted from Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Culebra Creek — Costilla County a. From the Colo 159 bridge downstream approximately 3 miles to the Jaquez Bridge: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. Cunningham Creek – Pitkin County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Daigre Lake — Huerfano County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing is prohibited. Deep Creek — San Miguel County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 15 �Deer Beaver Creek — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Delaney Butte Lakes (North, South, and East) — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches long or longer. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. c. All brown trout 14-20 inches long and rainbow or cutthroat trout 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. d. North Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing is prohibited in the inlet, upstream of the standing water line. Also prohibited from the dam and within 100 feet of the dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. e. South Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing is prohibited in the inlet, upstream of the standing water line. DePoorter Lake — Sedgwick County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Dixon Lake — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Dolores River — Dolores and Montezuma Counties a. From the West Fork of the Dolores River downstream to standing water line of McPhee Reservoir: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited, except Nov. 15-Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. b. From McPhee Dam downstream approximately 11 miles to the Bradfield Bridge: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Doty Park Lake — Morgan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek — Montrose County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Duke Lake — Mesa County a. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is two fish, 15 inches long. Eagle River — Eagle County a. From the East Fork and the South Fork downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. East Pass Creek — Saguache a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. East River — Gunnison County a. From the property boundary at the Roaring Judy Fish Hatchery to the Taylor River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies only. 2. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is two fish, 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee is prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31 from Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to property line. Echo Canyon Reservoir — Archuleta County a. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Elaine T. Valente Open Space Lakes, North Lake — Adams County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Elevenmile Reservoir — Park County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is four fish, and only two may be more than 16 inches long. c. Snagging kokanee is permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31 on the lake side, east of the inlet buoy line. Elk Creek — San Miguel County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Elk River — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, the possession limit is eight fish. Elk River (North, South and Middle Forks) — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, the possession limit is eight fish. Elkhead Reservoir – Moffat and Routt Counties a. Only two bass in the aggregate greater than 15 inches long may be taken per day. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is two fish, 15 inches long. 16 �c. The bag and possession limit for crappie is 10 fish. Emerald Lakes (Big and Little) – Hinsdale County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is two fish, 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15 in the Lake Creek inlet for ½ mile above Big Emerald Lake. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) — Weld County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Fairgrounds Lake — Boulder County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Fawn Creek — Rio Blanco County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Fish Creek — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish and possession limit is eight fish. Florida River – La Plata County a. Kokanee snagging permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31 from headwaters downstream to Lemon Reservoir. Forbes Park Lake — Costilla County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Fort Morgan Ponds — Morgan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Four-Mile Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30 from the confluence with the Roaring Fork River upstream for ½ mile. Frank Easement Ponds — Weld County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Fraser Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited from Trappers Lake upstream for ½ mile. Fraser River — Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish from Ranch Creek downstream to Colorado River. Freeman Reservoir — Moffat County a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31 within 50 yards of the inlet and upstream for ¼ mile. French Gulch — Summit County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan Lakes #2 and #3 — Pitkin County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan River — Eagle and Pitkin Counties a. From Ruedi Dam downstream to the Roaring Fork River, approximately 14 miles: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout (except brown trout) must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for brown trout is two fish, 14 inches long. George Creek — Larimer County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Sheep Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Golden Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, and #4 — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek – Eagle County a. From the Red Sandstone Creek downstream to the confluence with the Eagle River: 1. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Grand Lake — Grand County a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is four fish, only one may be more than 36 inches long. Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches long must be released immediately. b. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. c. Gaffs and tail snares are prohibited. Grandview Ponds – Adams County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. 17 �Graneros Creek — Pueblo County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the US Forest Service Boundary. Green Creek, Little — Grand and Routt County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Green Mountain Reservoir — Grand and Summit Counties a. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Green River — Moffat County a. There is no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Griffith Reservoir – Mesa County a. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek — La Plata County a. From the headwaters downstream to the standing water line of Vallecito Reservoir: 1. Kokanee must be returned to the water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee is permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Grizzly Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30 from the confluence with the Colorado River upstream for ½ mile. Gross Reservoir — Boulder County a. Fishing is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 4 a.m., or as posted at the main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. Groundhog Creek — Dolores County a. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15 from Groundhog Reservoir upstream for ½ mile. Groundhog Reservoir — Dolores County a. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15 in Nash Creek and Groundhog Creek inlets upstream ½ mile. Gunnison River — Delta, Gunnison and Montrose Counties a. From the East and Taylor rivers downstream to the US 50 bridge: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is two fish, 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From the East and Taylor rivers downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Reservoir, including tributary canals and diversions: 1. Taking kokanee is prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. 2. Snagging kokanee is permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream for 225 yards fishing prohibited as posted. d. From the closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam downstream to Morrow Point Reservoir Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. e. From Morrow Point Reservoir dam downstream for 130 yards fishing is prohibited, as posted. f. From the closure sign below Morrow Point Reservoir dam downstream to Crystal Reservoir Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. g. From Crystal Reservoir dam downstream for 200 yards fishing is prohibited, as posted. h. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Reservoir dam to the Relief Ditch diversion (5 miles above Austin Bridge): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. i. From the Uncompaghre River downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth or smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Gunnison River, Lake Fork — Gunnison and Hinsdale Counties a. From the headwaters downstream to the waterfall at Sherman: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Fishing with artificial flies only from first bridge crossing above Lake San Cristobal downstream to Lake San Cristobal. c. From the High Bridge Gulch downstream to the BLM boundary below The Gate campground: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is two fish, 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From the BLM boundary below The Gate campground to Cherry Creek: 18 �1. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. e. From Cherry Creek downstream to the upper Red Bridge campground boundary: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. f. From the upper Red Bridge campground boundary downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Gypsum Ponds SWA — Eagle County a. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Hahn Creek — Rio Blanco County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hallenbeck (Purdy Mesa) Reservoir — Mesa County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. Largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be released. Only two may be more than 15 inches long. Hamilton Creek — Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake — Garfield County a. Fishing is prohibited. Harvey Gap Reservoir — Garfield County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. The bag and possession limit for channel catfish is two fish. Hat Creek — Eagle County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) — Phillips County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong — Fremont County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Hayden Creek. Headache Creek — Archuleta County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Heberton Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited from Trappers Lake upstream for ½ mile. Hermosa Creek, East Fork — La Plata County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Sig Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hidden Lakes — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Highline Reservoir — Mesa County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek — Mineral County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake — Jefferson County a. The minimum size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. Hohnholz Lake #3 — Larimer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is four fish. Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) — Phillips County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet ditch) — Park County a. Fishing is prohibited. Horse Creek Reservoir (Timber Lake) — Bent and Otero Counties a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. Horseshoe Reservoir — Huerfano County a. The minimum size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. 19 �Horsetooth Reservoir — Larimer County a. Fishing is prohibited in the inlet area as posted from March 15-May 31. b. The minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Huerfano River — Huerfano County a. From the headwaters downstream to the US Forest Service boundary: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies or artificial lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Hunt Lake — Chaffee County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Illinois River — Jackson County a. Within the Diamond J State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies or artificial lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Jackson Lake (Reservoir) — Morgan County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. d. Fishing in the outlet ditch below the dam and around the rotary screen structure is prohibited. f. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 through end of waterfowl season on the portion of the lake in Jackson State Wildlife Area. g. On the portion of the lake within Jackson Lake State Park, fishing is prohibited Nov. 1 through the last day of waterfowl season, except from the dam where bank fishing is allowed until Nov. 30. Jerry Creek Reservoirs #1 and #2 — Mesa County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Use of float tubes with chest-high waders is allowed. Jim Creek — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Joe Wright Creek — Larimer County a. From the confluence with Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Colo 14: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only and is prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout (except grayling) is two fish. Joe Wright Reservoir — Larimer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout (except grayling) is two fish. John Martin Reservoir — Bent County a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. b. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is five fish in the aggregate, at least 15 inches long. c. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Johnstown Reservoir — Weld County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d. The minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. Jumbo (Julesburg) Reservoir — Logan and Sedgwick Counties a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. d. The minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. Juniata Reservoir — Mesa County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All largemouth bass between 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Only two largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit may be more than 15 inches long. Kelly Lake — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. 20 �Kenney Reservoir — Rio Blanco County a. There is no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Kerr Lake — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Ketner Lake — Jefferson County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center) — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek (3 miles east of Hot Sulphur Springs) — Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Kitson Reservoir — Mesa County a. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling is two fish, 16 inches long. KOA Lake — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Lagerman Reservoir — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Lake Arbor — Jefferson County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Lake Creek — Hinsdale County a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 15 from Big Emerald Lake inlet upstream for ½ mile. Lake Dorothey — Las Animas County a. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only within the Lake Dorothey State Wildlife Area, including Schwachheim Creek and all other drainages into the lake. Lake Fork Creek — Lake County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence with Glacier Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Lake Granby including inlet streams — Grand County a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is four fish. b. Jan. 1-Aug. 31: bag and possession limit for kokanee, trout (except lake trout) is four fish, singly or in aggregate. c. Sept. 1-Dec. 31: bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) is four fish, singly or in aggregate. Bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 fish. d. Snagging kokanee is permitted in the lake Sept. 1-Dec. 31. It is prohibited in Columbine Bay from the inlet of Twin Creek upstream. f. Gaffs and tail snares are prohibited. g. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. h. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31 in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Creek upstream. Lake Isabelle — Boulder County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Lake John — Jackson County a. The bag and possession limit for trout is four fish. Laramie River — Larimer County a. Within the Hohnholz State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Lester Creek — Routt County a. For ¼ mile upstream and ¼ mile downstream from Pearl Lake: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 18 inches long. Lon Hagler Reservoir — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Lone Pine Creek — Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited as posted from Parvin Lake to Larimer Co Rd 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd). 21 �Lonetree Reservoir — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. The minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. c. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. d. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Creek) and Reservoir — Larimer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Long Lake — Boulder County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. c. Fishing prohibited May 1-July 15 in outlet stream of Long Lake to inlet bridge of Brainard Lake. Los Pinos Creek — Saguache County a. On Snyder Ranch (within the Cochetopa State Wildlife Area): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River — Hinsdale County a. From the headwaters downstream to the Weminuche Wilderness boundary: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Lost Trail Creek — Gunnison County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Lowell Ponds — Adams County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Mack Mesa Reservoir — Mesa County a. The bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is two fish. Mad Creek — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit for is four fish and possession limit is eight fish. Martin Lake — Huerfano County a. The minimum size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. May Creek — Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River. McCall Lake — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. The minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. McKay Lake — Adams County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir — Montezuma County a. Largemouth and smallmouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Snagging for kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. c. There is no bag or possession limit for walleye. Meadow Creek — Eagle County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East — Eagle County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek — Saguache and Alamosa Counties a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek, Hudson Branch — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 22 �Medano Creek, Little — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meredith Reservoir — Crowley County a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. Michigan River — Jackson County a. Within the Diamond J State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Middle Creek, East — Saguache County a. From the headwaters downstream to the waterfall, about 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Miners Creek — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Mitchell Creek — Garfield County a. From the headwaters downstream to the upper boundary of the Glenwood Springs Fish Hatchery: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Montgomery Reservoir — Park County a. Ice fishing is prohibited at all times. Fishing is prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. b. Fishing prohibited as posted on the south side of the reservoir and from the west face of the dam. Monument Reservoir — Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee is permitted from Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Morrison Creek — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish and possession limit is eight fish. Morrow Point Reservoir — Gunnison and Montrose Counties a. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir — Lake County a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is one fish. All lake trout between 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Mower Reservoir — Jefferson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Muddy Creek, Little - Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Nash Creek — Dolores County a. Fishing prohibited April 15-July 15 from Groundhog Reservoir upstream for ½ mile. Native Lake — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake — Dolores County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Reservoir — Archuleta County a. Trotlines are permitted. b. Kokanee snagging permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp, mooring cove. Navajo River — Archuleta and Conejos Counties a. From the headwaters downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Nee Grande Reservoir — Kiowa County a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. b. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is five fish in the aggregate, at least 15 inches long. c. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. 23 �Nee Noshe Reservoir — Kiowa County a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. b. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is five fish in the aggregate, at least 15 inches long. c. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Nee So Pah Reservoir (Sweetwater and Jet) — Kiowa County a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. Newlin Creek — Custer and Fremont Counties a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the US Forest Service boundary. Nickelson Creek — Pitkin County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek — Garfield County a. From the confluence with the Colorado River upstream for ½ mile: 1. Fishing is prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek — Eagle County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. North Lake State Wildlife Area — Las Animas County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. North Platte River — Jackson County a. Within the Brownlee or Verner State Wildlife Areas: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. b. From the southern boundary of the Routt National Forest downstream to the Wyoming state line: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. North Platte River, North Fork — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. North Shields Ponds — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. North Sterling Reservoir — Logan County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long; only one wiper may be more than 25 inches long. d. The minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long, largemouth bass is 15 inches long. North Taylor Creek — Custer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Northwater Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Osier Creek — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond — Logan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Paonia Reservoir (Muddy Creek) — Gunnison County a. Fishing prohibited as posted from top of Paonia Dam to boundary fence below the stilling basin. Parachute Creek, East Fork — Garfield County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Parvin Lake — Larimer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. c. Fishing prohibited as posted in the inlet stream (Lone Pine Creek) upstream to Larimer Co Rd 74E (Red Feather Lakes Rd). 24 �Pass Creek — Mineral County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Pastorius Reservoir — La Plata County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Pasture Creek — La Plata and San Juan Counties a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake — Routt County Including the inlet stream for ¼ mile above the inlet and the outlet stream for ¼ mile below outlet a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 18 inches long. Pella Crossing Recreation Area Ponds (All Ponds) — Boulder County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek — Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to the intersection with Signal Mountain Trail. Piedra River — Archuleta County a. From Piedra River bridge on USFS 631 (Piedra Road) to the lower boundary of the Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above US 160): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Piedra River, East Fork — Hinsdale and Mineral Counties a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Reservoirs (Crystal, North Catamount and South Catamount Reservoirs) — El Paso and Teller Counties a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is two fish. b. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only in North Catamount Reservoir. Pit D Pond — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Poose Creek — Rio Blanco County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Porcupine Lake — Routt County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River — Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Park boundary downstream to Joe Wright Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. b. From the upper boundary of the Big Bend campground downstream to Black Hollow Creek; from west boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Road/bridge; and from the upper boundary of Gateway Park downstream to the North Fork of the Poudre River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, North Fork — Larimer County a. From Divide Creek downstream to Bull Creek (above Halligan Reservoir) and from Milton Seaman Reservoir downstream to the Poudre River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies or artificial lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, South Fork — Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from the Rocky Mountain National Park boundary downstream for 1 mile. Prewitt Reservoir — Logan and Washington counties a. The minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate more than 21 inches long may be taken per day. c. The minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. 25 �Pronger Pond — Logan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Prospect Park Lakes — Jefferson County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass Lake and West Prospect Lakes only: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. Prospect Ponds #2 and #3 — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir — Pueblo County a. The minimum size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is five fish in the aggregate, at least 18 inches long. c. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. d. Underwater spearfishing is permitted July 16-March 14 only. e. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15 between 4 p.m.-9 a.m. f. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in a boat on the lake. Purgatoire River, Middle Fork and South Fork — Las Animas County a. Within the Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Queens Reservoir, North and South — Kiowa County a. Trotlines and jugs are permitted. Quincy Reservoir — Arapahoe County a. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. c. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 18 inches long. d. Fishing access is controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. The minimum size for tiger muskie is 40 inches long. Rampart Reservoir — El Paso County a. Ice fishing is prohibited. b. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is two fish. Ranch Creek, North Fork — Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Red Lion State Wildlife Area — Logan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. The minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. Rhodes Gulch — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Ridgway Reservoir — Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee is permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Rifle Gap Reservoir — Garfield County a. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth bass is two fish, 15 inches long. b. All smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch from May 1-June 15. c. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for walleye is three fish, 18 inches long. Rio Blanco Lake — Rio Blanco County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Only one northern pike greater than 34 inches long may be taken per day. Rio de Los Pinos — Conejos County a. From the headwaters downstream to the waterfall at the South San Juan Wilderness boundary: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande River — Hinsdale, Mineral and Rio Grande Counties a. From the lower boundary of River Hill Campground downstream to the west fence of Masonic Park: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for brown trout is two fish, no more than 12 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. 26 �b. From the Colo 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to the Rio Grande Canal diversion structure: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for brown trout is two fish, at least 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Lado Creek — Montezuma County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Riverbend Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 — Larimer County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek — Gunnison County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Creek — Larimer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork Creek — Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork of the North Platte — Jackson County a. Within the Odd Fellows or Manville State Wildlife Areas: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Roaring Fork River — Pitkin and Garfield Counties a. From McFarlane Creek downstream to the upper Woody Creek bridge: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From the upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to the Colorado River (excluding 50 yards upstream and downstream from the confluences with Four-Mile Creek and Three-Mile Creek): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish, at least 16 inches long. c. 50 yards upstream and downstream from confluences with Four-Mile Creek and Three-Mile Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. 3. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Rock Creek — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rock Lake — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Fork Creek — Pitkin County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake — Denver County a. The minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Rosemont Reservoir — Teller County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing is prohibited. Rough Canyon — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Runyon/Fountain Lakes State Wildlife Area — Pueblo County a. Ice fishing is prohibited. Saguache Creek — Saguache County a. From the Middle and South Forks downstream to the confluence with California Gulch: 27 �1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Saguache Creek, Middle Fork — Saguache County a. From the headwaters downstream to the South Fork of Saguache Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Saguache Creek, South Fork — Saguache County a. From the headwaters downstream to the Middle Fork of Saguache Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (North) — Boulder County a. From Horse Creek downstream to the inlet of Button Rock Reservoir: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Saint Vrain Creek (South) — Boulder County a. From the headwaters downstream to the outlet of Long Lake: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. b. From the outlet of Long Lake downstream to the bridge at the inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Fishing prohibited May 1-July 15. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Saint Vrain State Park — Weld County a. Bald Eagle Pond: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. 2. All largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. San Francisco Creek (Middle and West Forks), West San Francisco Lake — Rio Grande County a. That portion on US Forest Service lands including West San Francisco Lake: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River — Archuleta County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish from the intersection of US 160 and US 84 downstream through Pagosa Springs to the intersection of Apache Street with the river. Sawhill Ponds — Boulder County a. The minimum size for all largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer on all ponds except 1 and 1a. Schwachheim Creek — Las Animas County a. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only within the Lake Dorothey State Wildlife Area. Second Creek — Delta County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Seeley Lake — Weld County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Service Creek — Grand and Routt Counties a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, possession limit is eight fish. Severy Creek — El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the US Forest Service boundary. Shadow Mountain Reservoir — Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway — Grand County a. From Shadow Mountain Reservoir downstream to Lake Granby, including Columbine Bay to the Twin Creek inlet: 1. Snagging is prohibited at all times, fishing is prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Sheep Creek — Conejos County a. From the headwaters downstream to the Conejos River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Sheep Creek — Larimer County a. From the East and West Forks downstream to the confluence with the Poudre River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 28 �2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sheep Creek, East and West Forks — Larimer County a. From the headwaters downstream to the confluence of the East and West Forks: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake — Clear Creek County a. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is two fish, 16 inches long. b. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Silver Lake — Mesa County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Slater Creek, South Fork and West Prong of the South Fork — Routt County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sloan Lake — Hinsdale County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Snell Creek — Rio Blanco County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Soda Creek — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, possession limit is eight fish. South Platte Park (Littleton) — Arapahoe County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. South Platte River — Douglas, Jefferson, Park and Teller Counties a. From the confluence of the Middle and South Forks downstream to Spinney Mountain Reservoir: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish, only one may be more than 20 inches long. b. From the outlet of Spinney Mountain Reservoir downstream to the inlet of Elevenmile Reservoir: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish caught must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Portions may be closed to fishing as posted Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. c. From immediately below Elevenmile Dam downstream to the Wagon Tongue Gulch Road bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From Cheesman Dam downstream to the upper Wigwam Club property line: 1. Fishing by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. e. From the lower boundary of the Wigwam Club downstream to Scraggy View Picnic Ground: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. f. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from the Denver Water Board's Marston Diversion structure: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. South Platte River, Middle Fork — Park County a. From the Colo 9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to the South Fork of the South Platte: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish, only one more than 20 inches long. South Platte River, South Fork — Park County a. From US 285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish, only one more than 20 inches long. b. From Antero Reservoir downstream in the newly constructed channel to the existing channel: 29 �1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin State Wildlife Area downstream to Middle Fork of the South Platte: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish, only one more than 20 inches long. Spinney Mountain Reservoir — Park County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is one fish, 20 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited ½ hour after sunset until ½ hour before sunrise. Ice fishing also prohibited. Sprat-Platte Lake — Adams County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. The minimum size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. Spruce Creek #1 — Grand County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Spruce Creek #3 — Summit County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Stalker Lake — Yuma County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Standley Lake — Jefferson County a. The minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Stearns Lake — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek — Grand County a. From the headwaters downstream to the Denver Water Board Diversion: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Summit Reservoir — Montezuma County a. The minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Swamp Lakes — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River — Summit County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is two fish, 16 inches long. Swan River, North Fork — Summit County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sylvan Lake — Eagle County a. Fishing is prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 30 in the inlet and upstream for ½ mile. Tamarack Ranch Pond — Logan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Taylor Creek, Little — Montezuma County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Park Reservoir — Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is three fish, only one more than 26 inches long. b. Gaffs and tail snares are prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee is permitted from Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Taylor River — Gunnison County a. Fishing prohibited as posted from the top of Taylor Dam and from the dam downstream 325 yards. b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to the lower boundary of the Taylor State Wildlife Area (approximately 0.4 miles): 30 �1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Teller Lake and Teller Lake No. 5— Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Three Lakes (Lowest and Middle Lakes) — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Threemile Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, Oct. 1-Nov. 30 from Roaring Fork River upstream ½ mile. Timberline Lake — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Torsido Creek — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Totten Reservoir — Montezuma County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Trapper Creek — Garfield County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Trappers Lake — Garfield County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is two fish. No bag or possession limit on brook trout. All fish more than 11 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in inlets and upstream for ½ mile, within 100 feet of either side of inlet and outlet streams, and downstream to the first falls. Trinidad Reservoir — Las Animas County a. The minimum size for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for walleye and saugeye is five fish in the aggregate, at least 15 inches. c. Only one walleye or saugeye in the aggregate greater than 21 inches long may be taken per day. Trout Creek — Rio Blanco and Routt Counties a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, possession limit is eight fish. Turquoise Reservoir — Lake County a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is two fish. Tuttle Creek — Saguache County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes — Lake County a. The bag and possession limit for lake trout is one fish. All lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Two Ledge Reservoir — Jackson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River — Ouray County a. From the Ouray Co Rd 23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. b. Fishing prohibited, except as posted, Ridgway dam downstream to fence below USGS Gauge Station. c. From the fence below USGS Gauge Station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Creek: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Union Reservoir (Calkins Lake) — Weld County a. The minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. The minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. Vallecito Creek — La Plata and San Juan Counties a. From the headwaters downstream to the southern boundary of the Weminuche Wilderness: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 31 �2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. b. From southern boundary of Weminuche Wilderness downstream to the La Plata Co Rd 501 bridge: 1. Kokanee must be returned to the water immediately from Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee is permitted from Nov. 15-Dec. 31. c. From La Plata Co Rd 501 bridge downstream to the standing water line of Vallecito Reservoir: 1. Fishing is prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. 2. Snagging kokanee is permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Vasquez Creek, Little and South Fork— Grand County: a. From the headwaters downstream to the Denver Water Board Diversion and on South Fork: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Vaughn Reservoir — Rio Blanco County a. The bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is two fish. Virginia Gulch Creek, West — La Plata County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Virginia Lake — Lake County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. Wacker Ponds (formerly known as Hanson Bros. Ponds) — Morgan County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass 15 inches long. Wahatoya State Wildlife Area — Huerfano County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and only. b. Ice fishing is prohibited. Walden Ponds (except Wally Toevs Pond) — Boulder County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Walker Lake State Wildlife Area — Mesa County a. Fishing is prohibited from Oct. 1 through the last day of February. Walton Creek — Routt County a. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, possession limit is eight fish. Waneka Lake (Lafayette) — Boulder County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Ward Road Pond — Jefferson County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only, or scented flies or lures 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Washington Park (Lily Pond) — Denver County a. Fishing is restricted to youth 15 years old or younger. Watson Lake — Larimer County a. The minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. West Creek — Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish from the Colo 141 Bridge downstream to Ute Creek. West Cross Creek — Eagle County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. White River — Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is two fish from headwaters of the White River downstream to the Colo 13 Bridge below Meeker (excluding the Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara lease, and the Meeker Pasture State Wildlife Area). b. On the Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara Lease, and the Meeker Pasture State Wildlife Area: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From the confluence with Piceance Creek downstream to Kenney Reservoir: 1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. d. Fishing prohibited as posted from Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards. e. From 400 yards below Taylor Draw Dam downstream to the state line: 32 �1. No bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. White River, North and South forks — Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is two from headwaters downstream to Colo 13 bridge below Meeker (excluding Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara lease and Meeker Pasture State Wildlife Area). See White River — Rio Blanco County listing. Williams Fork Reservoir — Grand County a. Snagging kokanee is permitted from Sept. 1-Dec. 31. b. Northern pike between 26-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. From the buoy line at the Williams Fork River inlet upstream to the first Grand Co Rd bridge: 1. Fishing and snagging are prohibited from Sept. 15-Nov. 30. Williams Fork River — Grand County a. From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the confluence with the Colorado River: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch — Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from the headwaters downstream to the Poudre River. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) — Moffat County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir — Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Windsor Reservoir — Weld County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Wolf Creek — Conejos County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Woods Lake State Wildlife Area — San Miguel County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Wrights Lake — Chaffee County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Yampa River — Routt County a. From the headwaters to Trout Creek (including tributaries): 1. The whitefish bag limit is four fish, possession limit is eight fish. b. From Stagecoach Dam downstream for 0.6 mile: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam downstream to Walton Creek, excluding Catamount Lake: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. The bag and possession limit for trout is two fish. d. From Walton Creek downstream 4.8 miles to the James Brown bridge, in Steamboat Springs: 1. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. e. Bag and possession limit for trout is two from James Brown bridge downstream to Colo 394 bridge near Craig. f. From the headwaters of the Yampa River downstream to the confluence with the Green River: 1. There is no bag or possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Youngs Creek Reservoirs #1, #2, and #3 — Delta County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake — Yuma County a. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake — Larimer County a. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Fishing is prohibited in the inlet area as posted from Jan. 1-July 31. 33 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. Fly/lure only; catch and release; return trout to water immediately. Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit. Chatfield Res. Marston Diverson Strontia Springs Res. Dam Sou th P latt eR iver North Fork Scraggy View P.G. Sou th P latt eR iver Wigwam P.G. 34 Deckers Wigwam Club (private) Cheesman Res. �Garo Ante ro R es. Antero Jct. Hwy 285 35 Hwy 9 Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. . Fly/lure only; all trout 12-20 inches long must be released; 2 trout limit; only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. Hwy 9 South Platte Rive r Hwy 24 Spinney Mtn. Res. El ev en mi le Re s. on ny a C Springer le Gulch mi n e v Bridge e El ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. ELEVENMILE RES: 4 trout limit, only 2 can be longer than 16 inches. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct.1-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. SPINNEY MTN. RES: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20 inches or longer. No fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise. No ice fishing. Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. . Hwy 24 Fo rk Hartsel M idd le (wild trout water within SWA) Tomahawk SWA SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK So ut h Fo rk �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife’s Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length, so fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive a matching lapel pin. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216, or go to www.wildlife.state.co.us. River Drainages South Platte, North Republican, Arkansas and South Republican rivers 36 �AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries are threatened by several imported diseases, animals and plants, including zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Don’t let these ruin your fishing trip. Anglers are asked to follow these guidelines to help control the spread of these pests and prevent new species from entering our state: 1. Remove all plants, animals, or mud, and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain water from boats, including live wells, bilge, ballast, storage areas or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to another body of water. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). 5. Don’t move or transport fish between waters. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts ATTENTION into any body of water. BOATERS 7. For general disinfection, Due to aquatic nuisoak/treat equipment and sance species and waders for 15 minutes with a other factors, some bleach solution (6 oz. housewaters may be closed hold bleach per 5 gal. water), to boating, restrict a solution of Sparquat 256 (4 access and/or require oz. per gal. water) or a soluboat inspections at tion of potassium chloride (1 any time during the tsp per 2 gal. water. year. Please contact Go to the “Invasive Species” the appropriate management agency for section on the DOW Web site up-to-date informaat www.wildlife.state.co.us/ tion on specific WildlifeSpecies/Profiles/ for waters before going more information. on your trip. 75 CENTS, AT WORK FOR YOU The Wildlife Management Public Education Advisory Council uses the 75-cent Wildlife Education Fee funds for public education about the importance of wildlife management. Management is funded primarily through hunting and fishing license sales. Look for our ads on TV and billboards throughout Colorado, or visit the Web site at www.keepingcoloradowild.org. Gold Medal Waters These lakes and streams in Colorado offer the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing: » Gold Medal Streams Animas River: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge Blue River: From Dillon Res dam to Green Mountain Res inlet; also from Green Mountain Res dam to Colorado River Colorado River: From Fraser River to Troublesome Ck Fryingpan River: From Ruedi Res dam to Roaring Fork River Gore Creek: From Red Sandstone Ck to Eagle River Gunnison River: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res dam to relief ditch diversion (5 miles upstream of Austin bridge) North Platte River: From south boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming Rio Grande: From Hwy 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure Roaring Fork River: From Fryingpan River to Colorado River South Platte River: » From confluence of middle and south forks to Spinney Mountain Res Inlet » From Spinney Mountain Res outlet to Elevenmile Res inlet » From Cheesman Res dam to south boundary of Wigwam Club property » From north boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground » Middle fork, from Hwy 9 bridge to south fork confluence » Gold Medal Lakes North Delaney Butte Lake in Jackson County Spinney Mountain Res in Park County Steamboat Lake in Routt County 37 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Native) Trout - Cutthroat have a crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cutthroat trout is Colorado’s official state fish. Mountain Whitefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout’s, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles. Bluegill - Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays. Small mouth. Rainbow Trout - Identifying marks are black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout - Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body. Kokanee Salmon - At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and turn brick red. Smallmouth Bass - Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) - Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body. Veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. Wiper - Hybrid between white bass and striped bass. 38 � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/de2c7f755bdfff16e2d38628ed3a9d68.pdf fcc10de59039f0e84af6f79820798ca4 PDF Text Text Colorado Fishing April 1, 2009March 31, 2010 COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 • www.wildlife.state.co.us �DOW SERVICE CENTERS DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 Denver Svc. Ctr. 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Svc. Ctr. 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison, Box 128 Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 Northwest Region Svc. Ctr. 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Southwest Region Svc. Ctr. 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 Hot Sulphur Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Road 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weiss Drive Steamboat Spgs., 80477 (970) 870-2197 Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 Pueblo Svc. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 Monte Vista Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road 1 E Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees. Printed March 2009, 300,000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Editor: Brighid Kelly Wildlife Commissioners (as of Nov. 2008): Robert Bray, chair; Brad Coors, vice chair; Tim Glenn, secretary; Jeffrey A. Crawford, member; Roy McAnally, member; Richard Ray, member; Dennis Buechler, member; Dorothea Farris, member; Robert Streeter, member; Harris Sherman, ex-officio member; John Stulp, ex-officio member. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. �TABLE OF CONTENTS Fishing Season Dates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 License Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 License Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Residency Qualifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Legal Methods of Take . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Special Conditions and Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Chumming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Toxicants, Poisons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ice Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bait Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Threatened and Endangered Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Nongame Species. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Prohibited Species. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Fishing Contests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Releasing Tagged Fish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Illegal Transfer of Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Donating Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Transporting, Exporting Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Bag and Possession Limits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Waters with Special Fishing Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32 24-HOUR RECORDED FISHING INFORMATION (area code 303) General fishing season dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7533 Fish Stocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7531 Fishing Conditions Reports: Statewide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7534 Metro Denver and Foothills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7535 Northeast Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7536 Northwest Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7537 Southeast Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7538 Southwest Colorado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7539 OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW’s law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-877-COLOOGT toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 1 �2009 LICENSE FEES (Add $5 for Habitat Stamp) Residents Annual Fishing (16 and older) ......................................................................................$26 Combination Fishing & Small Game ............................................................................$41 Senior Annual Fishing (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) ..................................$1 Nonresidents Annual Fishing ..............................................................................................................$56 Five-Day Fishing License ..............................................................................................$21 Residents and Nonresidents One-Day Fishing License ................................................................................................$9 Second Rod Stamp ..........................................................................................................$5 (Second rod stamp available to licensed residents, licensed nonresidents and people under 16 years, licensed or unlicensed.) License costs include a 25-cent search and rescue fee, and 75-cent PEAC surcharge. FISHING SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise stated in this brochure. FREE FISHING DAYS Residents and nonresidents can fish in Colorado without a license only the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. A fishing license is required for people 16 and older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as noted in this brochure. 2. NEW FOR 2009: Beginning April 1, 2009, all annual fishing licenses, senior fishing licenses, small game licenses, furbearer licenses, combination fishing and small game licenses, Colorado waterfowl stamps, habitat stamps and walk-in access permits will be valid from April 1, 2009, through March 31, 2010. If you bought one of these licenses in 2008, it is valid through March 31, 2009. If you buy one of these licenses after Jan. 1, 2009, it is valid from the date of purchase through March 31, 2010. NOTE: Starting in 2009, these licenses can no longer be purchased in December for the following year’s seasons. Instead, they will go on sale in March at license agents and DOW offices. 3. People under 16 don’t need a fishing license and can take a full bag and possession limit. 4. Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain an annual fishing license from a DOW office or license agent for $1, which includes the 25-cent search and rescue fee and 75-cent PEAC surcharge. 5. Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. These licenses are free and are valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any DOW office. 6. Seniors must carry either a lifetime low-income or annual fishing license with them while fishing. 7. Anglers must comply with habitat stamp requirements. 8. You can use a second rod, handline or tip up if you buy a second rod stamp. You can buy only 1 second rod stamp per calendar year. (a) People under 16 who are not required to buy a fishing license still must have a second rod stamp. (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A second rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. 9. To collect fish, amphibians and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you need a commercial fishing license. Applications are available from DOW. Commercial licensees must submit annual report to DOW within 30 days of license expiration. BUY YOUR LICENSE ONLINE Anglers can buy licenses on our website, www.wildlife.state.co.us, or by calling, 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards accepted for phone or i nternet purchases. DOW offices and license agents also sell licenses. 2 �10. Licenses expire on the date printed on them. Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made in buying a license render it void. 11. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an application and paying a fee. 12. Wildlife violations have specific point values. People who accumulate 20 or more points in 5 years can have their license privileges suspended or revoked. 13. Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, max. 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. HABITAT STAMP A Habitat Stamp is required of people 19-64 who buy hunting or fishing licenses. With a license purchase, the stamp is $5 and required on each of the first 2 licenses bought per year ($10 total). The stamp also allows access to state wildlife areas or state trust lands leased by the DOW. A Colorado Wildlife Habitat Stamp is required of all people 19-64 who visit a state wildlife area or state trust land leased by the DOW, such as non-hunters, wildlife viewers or hikers. This stamp costs $10.25 (25-cent search and rescue fee). A lifetime stamp costs $200. This stamp satisfies either of the above requirements. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a license: 1. You must have lived continuously in Colorado at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except #2 and 3 below.) The residence address you give to buy or apply for a license must be the same as on your Colorado income tax return. 2. U.S. armed services personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the armed services and maintain Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (unless they change their home of record to another state.) Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned to duty here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending a Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time out of state and pay nonresident tuition still qualify for a resident license. 4. People under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. 5. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 6. Except as in #2 and 3 above, your Colorado residency ends if you apply for, buy or accept hunting, fishing or trapping license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado; or get a driver’s license with an address in another state. DISABILITY LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses on our website or at DOW offices and send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a VA hospital. 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or mental health institution. 4. Totally and permanently disabled Colorado residents per Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security documentation of permanent and total disability. If documents do not state “totally and permanently disabled,” you must provide documentation that Social Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting to total and permanent physical or mental impairment that prevents gainful employment and is reasonably certain to continue throughout your life; c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indi- 3 �cating total and permanent disability. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. You must have served on active duty in the armed forces, honorably discharged and establish a service-related disability rated by the VA a min. 60% through disability retirement benefits or pension because of a public statute administered by the VA or military. You can get proof of disability by requesting an eligibility letter from the VA, 1-800-827-1000. Meeting these requirements qualifies you for a free, lifetime resident combination small game and fishing license. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of or combination of natural or synthetic, nonedible, nonscented (regardless if scent is added during the manufacturing process or applied after) materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. BAIT: Hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. Devices with scents or smell attractants added or externally applied, regardless if added during manufacturing or after. Scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, dough baits, stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish, or material fish may eat, in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn’t include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: Efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. FLOAT TUBE: Floating device suspending 1 person in water from the seat down, not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. GAME FISH: All species except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes, but not limited to, brown trout, cutthroat trout, golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid), brook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids), speckled dace, rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green and pumpkinseed sunfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top and suckermouth minnows). GIG: Barbed fork with 1 or more tines attached to handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. MINNOW: Members of families classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except nongame, threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: One where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part of year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under control of someone nearby. COMMON HOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having common shank. Hooks attached to manufactured artificial lures are considered a common hook. SIZE OR LENGTH: Fish length with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net vertically in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with float on each end from which droplines are attached. 4 �LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks. 2. TROTLINES: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline allowed per license holder. (c) Must be anchored and marked at each end of line with floats, be max. 150 feet long and weighted to place line a min. 3 ft. under water. No more than 25 droplines. (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on common hook on each dropline. (e) Must be tagged with user’s name, CID number and date set. (f) Must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3. JUGS: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 10 allowed per license holder. A jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook. (c) Must be tagged with user’s name and CID number. (d) Must be checked at least hourly. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs allowed statewide for taking carp. East of Continental Divide, gizzard shad, white or longnose suckers can be taken unless prohibited in “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” Other fish can be taken only when authorized in specific waters in “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” Underwater spearfishing of lake trout prohibited. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 ft. of float with National Divers’ Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached by safety line max. 10 ft. long. (c) Archery and gigs are allowed to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging is permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during times listed in “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” Other species snagged must be returned to water immediately. 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines allowed only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” (b) Seines must be of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines cannot exceed 20 ft. long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by DOW for emergency salvage. (c) Hand-held dip nets allowed for fish taken for use as bait according to take restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish.” 8. LIVE TRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots, are allowed only for taking crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT: Legal if used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISHING: Some waters may be restricted by local laws. Unless otherwise stated, waters open to ice fishing have these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Fires on ice must be enclosed. (c) No littering allowed on ice. (d) Portable ice shelters (where permitted) must be removed at end of day. 5 �(e) Permanent shelters (where permitted) must display owner or user name, address and telephone number legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. Letters must be min. 2 inches high. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: (a) Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited E of Continental Divide above 7,000 feet, on Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties, and Watson Lake in Larimer County. Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited W of Continental Divide except Navajo Res. (b) The only species that can be taken and/or used for consumption or personal use as bait (alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are: minnows (except in “c” below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. It is illegal to take, have or take for private or commercial use as bait: mollusks; threatened or endangered species; or species listed as nongame in wildlife regulations. See 5 and 6 below for a list of these species. (c) The only species that can be taken for commercial use (commercial license required) are: minnows (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited). See “Nongame Species.” (d) Seining, netting, trapping or dipping of bait fish prohibited statewide in all natural streams and springs. These methods of take also are prohibited in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties, as well as standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use: 1) min. size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from tip of acumen (bony spike between eyes) to telson (last bony plate in tail); 2) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately; 3) Pots and traps must be labeled with licensee’s name, address and license number. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines, nets. (h) MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use is prohibited. 5. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES: It is illegal to take or use these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, river shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. 6. NONGAME SPECIES: It is illegal to have or harvest bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, stoneroller, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, Woodhouse’s toad, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. 7. PROHIBITED SPECIES: These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bowfins; rudd; zebra mussels; quagga mussels; New Zealand mud snail; Eurasian ruffe; white perch; rusty crayfish; carp (silver, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers); Asian swamp eel; green frog and gobies.. 8. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered without approval by the DOW if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Application and nonrefundable fee are required at least 60 days before contest. You must obtain written approval from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout are permitted only on waters with more than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. All regulations apply. Public fishing areas must stay open to free public fishing regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by DOW are exempt. 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 10. ILLEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone other than DOW or someone with an aqua- 6 �culture license, stocking permit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish into Colorado waters. It is illegal to move fish between waters. Illicit stocking can have far-reaching effects on fish populations, including sport fish. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fish from predation and competition, and often harm native fish recovery. 11. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A“like-license” is a Colorado fishing license. 12. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: Species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, transported within or exported from Colorado, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, the DOW can allow licensed anglers to take the fish by approved methods. 14. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH: Any fish caught in catch and release waters MUST be returned immediately to the water. Please follow these tips for ensuring higher survival rates for fish that are caught and released: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; don’t squeeze fish or put your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out. (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessary, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release in quiet water. CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation waters are protected throughout the state. In those waters, fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. These restrictions are designed to accommodate the growing number of cutthroat streams and lakes included in conservation and recovery actions. GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. Gold Medal Streams Animas River: From Lightner Creek to Rivera Crossing bridge Blue River: From Dillon Res dam to Green Mountain Res inlet Blue River: From Green Mountain Res dam to Colorado River Colorado River: From Fraser River to Troublesome Ck Fryingpan River: From Ruedi Res dam to Roaring Fork River Gore Creek: From Red Sandstone Ck to Eagle River Gunnison River: From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res dam to relief ditch diversion (5 miles upstream of Austin bridge) North Platte River: From S boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming Rio Grande: From Hwy 149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure Roaring Fork River: From Fryingpan River to Colorado River South Platte River: 1. From confluence of M and S forks to Spinney Mountain Res Inlet 2. From Spinney Mountain Res outlet to Elevenmile Res inlet 3. From Cheesman Res dam to S boundary of Wigwam Club property 4. From N boundary of Wigwam Club property to Scraggy View picnic ground 5. Middle fork , from Hwy 9 bridge to S fork confluence Gold Medal Lakes Delaney Butte Lake, N: Jackson County Spinney Mountain Res: Park County Steamboat Lake: Routt County 7 �AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES Colorado’s aquatic ecosystem and fisheries are threatened by several imported diseases, animals and plants, including zebra and quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, whirling disease, viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) and Eurasian watermilfoil. Do not allow these to ruin your fishing. Help the DOW combat these pests and prevent any other new species from entering our state. Anglers are asked to help control the spread of these harmful organisms by following these guidelines: 1. Remove all plants, animals and mud, and thoroughly wash boats, trailers, waders and equipment that have come in contact with the water before leaving a lake or stream. 2. Drain water from boats, including live wells, bilge, ballast, storage areas or any other place on boats or equipment that might hold water. 3. Allow boats, engines, boots and gear to dry completely before moving to another body of water. 4. If draining and drying are not possible, wash boats, trailers and equipment carefully and completely with high-pressure hot water (140 degrees F). 5. Don't move or transport fish between waters. This can spread diseases and nuisance species. 6. Don't dispose of fish entrails or other byproducts into any body of water. 7. For general disinfection, soak/treat equipment and waders for 15 minutes with a bleach solution (6 oz. household bleach per 5 gal. water), a solution of Sparquat 256 (4 oz. per gal. water) or a solution of potassium chloride (1 tsp per 2 gal. water. Go to our website (www.wildlife.state.co.us/WildlifeSpecies/Profiles/) and click on "Invasive Species" for more information and learn what you can do. BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific species are listed in the chart on next page. Some species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. Some species also are illegal to take or are restricted. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on chart. Check “Waters with Special Fishing Regulations.” 1. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, statewide limits apply. 2. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. 3. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. 4. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit. 5. When taken by underwater spearfishing, the daily bag and possession limit for fish with established limits is 2. DAILY BAG LIMIT - Max. number of fish you can take in a day regardless of what you do with them that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, while transporting, at home or other place of storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. HEALTH ADVISORY FOR EATING FISH The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued fish consumption advisories for some Colorado waters. The advisories provide information on specific fish species and their sizes classes that may contain levels of contaminants posing human health risks. Fish consumption information is important for anglers who eat the fish they catch, especially pregnant or nursing women and children. Anglers should check these advisories before going fishing to see if their destination is included. The advisories can be found online at www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/FishCon/Analyses. ATTENTION BOATERS Due to aquatic nuisance species and other factors, some waters may be closed to boating,restrict access and/or require boat inspections at any time during the year. Please contact the appropriate management agency for up-to-date information on specific waters before going on your trip. 8 �STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (except kokanee) In aggregate*..................................................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 ..............................................................................................Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches long or less statewide................................................................................10 KOKANEE •Angling, snagging statewide..................................................................................10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER •Statewide, in aggregate* ..........................................................................................5 •Arkansas River drainage, in aggregate*,...............................................................10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ..........................................................................................5 WHITE BASS, WIPER, STRIPED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................................................10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate*..........................................................................................................20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD and BLUE CATFISH •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................................................10 WHITE and BLACK CRAPPIE •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................................................20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED •Statewide in aggregate* .........................................................................................20 YELLOW PERCH •W of Continental Divide ..........................................................................Unlimited •E of Continental Divide .........................................................................................20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide ...........................................1 fish, 36 inches or longer NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD (see Yampa River drainage exception) ....................................................................................................................Unlimited SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN •W of Continental Divide, in aggregate* ...............................................................20 •E of Continental Divide............................................................................Unlimited BULLFROGS ............................................................................................Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) .....................................................................Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE ........... 50, less than 5 inches long (Gilled Form) *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. To locate the Arkansas and Republican drainages, see map in this brochure or our website. 9 �These waters and DOW properties have more restrictive fishing regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. NOTE: This brochure only includes fishing regulations, such as bag and possession limits. State wildlife areas have additional regulations. If you plan to visit an SWA, you must consult the DOW’s Colorado State Wildlife Areas brochure for regulations that apply to specific properties. WATERS WITH SPECIAL FISHING REGULATIONS Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann-Nyholt lakes) - Adams County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Adobe Creek Res. SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent, Kiowa counties a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Agnes Lakes (Upper, Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Akron City Lake - Washington County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Res. - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. American Lakes (Snow Lake, Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Animas River - La Plata County From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Antelope Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Antero Res. - Park County a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Apache Creeks, N & S - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapaho Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS Rd 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont, Lake counties From Hwy 24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 1 under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida, 7 1/2 miles downstream to Badger Ck: 10 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River, M Fork of S Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters to Boss Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Augustora Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora Res. - Arapahoe County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this res. Bard Creek - Clear Creek County From headwaters to W fork of Clear Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Barker Res. - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. Barr Lake - Adams County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Bear Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to High Drive. Bear Creek - Jefferson County From base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Ck Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma County From headwaters to Dolores River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek Res. - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek Res. - Rio Grande County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. Big Thompson Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Big Thompson River - Larimer County From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes to bridge at Waltonia: 11 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) - Alamosa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. Blue Mesa Res. - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Coal Ck inlet at Blue Mesa Res, fishing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upstream 1 mile, Jan. 1-June 30. d. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. NOTE: Snowmobile gross weight at Curecanti National Rec. Area (Blue Mesa Res) limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on frozen surface of res. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties From N inlet at CR 3 (Coine Valley Rd, 3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, except Dillon Res and Green Mtn Res upstream to first Colo 9 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. From N inlet at CR 3 (Coine Valley Rd, 3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res: a. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Dillon Dam downstream to N city limits of Silverthorne: a. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From N city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Green Mtn dam, except Green Mountain Res: a. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Green Mtn Res upstream to first Hwy 9 bridge over Blue River: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Green Mtn dam downstream to Colorado River: a. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bobtail Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Bonny Res. - Yuma County (See S Republican SWA) a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Boss Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County From upper end of Ebin Fine Park to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Res. - Boulder County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Brush Creek - Eagle County From Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Brush Hollow Res. - Fremont County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Bull Basin Res. #1 - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 12 �b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Bull Creek Res. #1, #2 & Connecting Channels - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Button Rock (Ralph Price) Res. - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream to N side of I-70 bridge: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Carnero Creek, N, M, S - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County a. Snagging for kokanee is permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Daily bag limit for walleye is 1, 16-20 inches long. Possession limit for walleye is 2. All walleye less than 16 inches long or more than 20 inches long must be returned to water immediately. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this lake. d. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including N and S forks - Rio Grande County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cataract Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Chartier Pond - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Chatfield Res. - Jefferson, Douglas counties a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. Cheesman Res. - Douglas, Jefferson counties a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. b. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. d. Ice fishing prohibited. e. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. Cherry Creek Res. - Arapahoe County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam or walleye spawning nets March 15April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. Cheyenne Creek, N - Teller, El Paso counties a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Gold Camp Rd. Chinns Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. 13 �Cimarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. Clear Creek - Chaffee County a. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 from gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res) downstream to Clear Ck Res. Clear Creek - La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds - Adams County a. Fishing prohibited except youths in DOW angler education activities. Clear Creek Res. - Chaffee County a. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 upstream to gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res. Clear Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Clinton Res. - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand, Mesa counties From Lake Granby dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers Canyon, 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy 40 bridge: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon, 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy 40 bridge) to Troublesome Ck (5 miles E of Kremmling): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Troublesome Ck to Rifle Ck in Rifle: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From the I-70 exit 90 bridge at Rifle to Utah: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (N Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res downstream to Granby Res, incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited from Shadow Mountain dam spillway to Twin Ck inlet of Lake Granby, Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Colorado Springs Water Supply Res. #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Fishing prohibited, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downstream for 1/2 mile on city of Colorado Springs property. Como Creek - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to N Boulder Ck. Conejos River - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade CG: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County From headwaters, including Big Lake, to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Connected Lake - Mesa County a. Bag, possession and min. size limit for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. 14 �Cooper Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Sheep Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Crawford Res. - Delta County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From fence on top of Crawford Res dam downstream to N boundary fence, fishing in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. Crosho Res. - Rio Blanco County a. Bag, possession and min. size limit for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Res. - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Culebra Creek - Costilla County From Hwy 159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. Cunningham Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Daigre Lake - Huerfano County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Delaney Butte Lakes (N, S, E) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. c. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. d. Rainbows and cutthroats 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. e. In N Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. f. In S Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Dixon Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Dolores River - Dolores, Montezuma counties From W Fork Dolores River downstream to standing water line of McPhee Res: a. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15-Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. 15 �b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Duke Lake - Mesa County a. Bag, possession and min. size limit for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Eagle River - Eagle County From confluence of E Fork and S Fork downstream to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. East Pass Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. East River - Gunnison County From upstream boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to Taylor River: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2 under 12 inches long. c. Taking kokanee prohibited. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU boundary: a. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. Echo Canyon Res. - Archuleta County a. Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Elaine T Valente Open Space Lakes (N, S and W) - Adams County a. North Lake: Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or scented lures allowed if 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Elevenmile Res. - Park County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 can be longer than 16 inches. b. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. c. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1 through Dec. 31 E of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Elkhead Res. - Moffat, Routt counties a. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. c. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. Emerald Lakes (Big, Little) - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited in Lake Ck inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan. 1-July 15. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Florida River - La Plata County a. Snagging kokanee permitted above Lemon Res, Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County a. From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 16 �Frank Easement Ponds, N, S - Weld County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Freeman Res. - Moffat County From 50 yards either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan Lakes 2 & 3 - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan River - Eagle, Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam to Roaring Fork River (14 miles): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. George Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Cornelius Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Golden Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Ck to Eagle River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 can be longer than 36 inches. b. From Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches long must be released immediately. c. Portable ice fishing shelters only. d. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. Grandview Ponds - Adams County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. Green Mountain Res. - Grand, Summit counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Green River - Moffat County a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Griffith Res. - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County From standing water line of Vallecito Res upstream: a. All kokanee must be returned to water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee allowed Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Grizzly Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Gross Res. - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. Groundhog Res. - Dolores County a. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 1/2 mile April 15-July 15. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison & Montrose counties From East and Taylor rivers downstream to Hwy 50 bridge: 17 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Res, including tributary canals and diversions: a. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Crystal Res Dam downstream 200 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res dam to Relief Ditch diversion (5 miles above Austin Bridge): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Rainbows must be returned to water immediately. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Gunnison, Hinsdale counties From the headwaters to waterfall at Sherman: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. From first bridge crossing above Lake San Cristobal downstream to Lake San Cristobal: a. Artificial flies only. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cherry Ck to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cherry Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From upper Red Bridge CG boundary downstream to Blue Mesa Res: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Gypsum Ponds - Eagle County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hamilton Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited. Harvey Gap Res. - Garfield County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. Hat Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, S Prong - Fremont County a. From headwaters to Hayden Ck: Fishing prohibited. Headache Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 18 �b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hermosa Creek, E Fork - LaPlata County From headwaters to Sig Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hidden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Highline Res. - Mesa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. Hohnholz Lake #3 - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Res. inlet ditch) - Park County a. Fishing prohibited. Horse Creek Res. (Timber Lake) - Bent, Otero counties a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. Horseshoe Res. - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Res. - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Huerfano River - Huerfano County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Hunt Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Illinois River - Jackson County On MacNaughton SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Jackson Lake (Res.) - Morgan County a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. d. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. e. Fishing outlet ditch below dam and around rotary screen prohibited as posted. f. In that part of lake within state wildlife area, fishing prohibited Oct. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. g. In that part of lake within state park, fishing prohibited Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season, except from dam where bank fishing allowed until Nov. 30. Jerry Creek Res. (Jerry Creek Res. #1 & 2) - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Float tubes with chest-high waders allowed. Jim Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Res to Hwy 14: 19 �a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit for trout (except grayling) is 2. Joe Wright Res. - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except grayling) is 2. John Martin Res. - Bent County a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Johnstown Res. - Weld County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken daily. c. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. Jumbo Res. - Logan, Sedgwick counties a. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Min. size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. Juniata Res. - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. Kelly Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Kitson Res. - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. KOA Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Lagerman Res. - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Lake Dorothey - Las Animas County a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Lake Granby, including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. 20 �c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. d. Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res only Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except Columbine Bay. e. Fishing prohibited in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Ck upstream, Oct. 1-Dec. 31. f. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Lake John - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Laramie River - Larimer County In Hohnholz SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Little Green Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Little Muddy Creek Lake - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Little Vasquez Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Lon Hagler - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Lone Tree Res. - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass, wipers, walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Ck) and Res. - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Long Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May 1-July 15. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Lowell Ponds - Adams County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McCall’s Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. McKay Lake - Adams County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 21 �McPhee Res. - Montezuma County a. Smallmouth and largemouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. c. No bag and possession limit on walleye. Mack Mesa Res. - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2. Martin Lake - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. May Creek - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek, Little and Hudson Branch - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Meredith Res. - Crowley County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. Michigan River - Jackson County On Diamond J SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Middle Creek, E - Saguache County From headwaters to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Miners Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Montgomery Res. - Park County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited on S side of res and from W face of dam as posted. c. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. Monument Res. - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Morrow Point Res. - Gunnison, Montrose counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Res. - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to water immediately. Mower Res. - Jefferson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Native Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 22 �Navajo Lake - Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Res. - Archuleta County a. Trotlines permitted. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp, mooring cove only. Navajo River - Archuleta, Conejos counties From headwaters to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Nee Grande Res. - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee Noshe Res. - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee So Pah Res. (Sweetwater & Jet) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. Newlin Creek - Custer, Fremont counties From headwaters to USFS boundary: Fishing prohibited. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. North Lake SWA - Las Animas County a. Artificial flies and lures only. North Platte River - Jackson County On Brownlee, Manville, Peterson and Verner SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From S boundary of Routt NF to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. North Sterling Res. - Logan County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long, only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. c. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. North Taylor Creek - Custer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Northwater Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 23 �Osier Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Paonia Res. - Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. Parachute Creek, E Fork - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Parvin Lake - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing in inlet (Lone Pine Ck) prohibited from lake upstream to CR 74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd) as posted. Pass Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pastorius Res. - La Plata County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pasture Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake - Routt County Including inlet stream for 1/4 mile above inlet, and outlet stream 1/4 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 18 inches long. Pella Crossing Rec. Area Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County a. From headwaters to Signal Mtn Tr (USFS Rd 928), fishing prohibited. Piedra River - Archuleta County From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd 631 (Piedra Rd) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy 160): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Piedra River, E Fork - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Res. (Crystal, N & S Catamount) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. b. In N Catamount Res, artificial flies and lures only. Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Porcupine Lake - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. From upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and from W boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Rd/bridge, and from 24 �upper bondary of Gateway park (water diversion for Fort Collins) downstream to N Fork of Poudre River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, N Fork - Larimer County From Bull Ck (above Halligan Res) upstream to Divide Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Milton Seaman Res downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, S Fork - Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile, fishing prohibited. Prewitt Res. - Logan, Washington counties a. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Pronger Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. Prospect Ponds #2, #3 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Res. - Pueblo County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. Purdy Mesa Res. - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 largemouth can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatoire River, M, S forks - Las Animas County On Bosque del Oso SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Queens Res. (N, S) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. Quincy Res. - Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d. Access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Min. size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. Rampart Res. - El Paso County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Ranch Creek, N Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Raspberry, Norris Creeks - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 25 �Red Lion SWA - Logan County (Jumbo Res.) a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Ridgway Res. - Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Rifle Gap - Garfield County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. b. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. c. Bag, possession and min. size limit for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. Rio Blanco Lake - Rio Blanco County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken daily. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County From waterfall at S San Juan Wilderness boundary to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral, Rio Grande counties From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to W fence of Masonic Park: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and max. size limit for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From Hwy 149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Riverbend Ponds - #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork Creek - Jackson County On Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Roaring Fork Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin, Garfield counties From McFarlane Ck downstream to upper Woody Ck bridge: a. Artificial flies only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From upper Woody Ck bridge downstream to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From 50 yards upstream and downstream from Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 26 �Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County a. Min. size limit for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Rosemont Res. - Teller County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Runyon/Fountain Lake SWA - Pueblo County a. Ice fishing prohibited. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the M, S Fork tributaries to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (N) - Boulder County From Horse Ck downstream to inlet of Button Rock Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Saint Vrain Creek (S) - Boulder County From headwaters to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Fishing prohibited May 1-July 15. Saint Vrain State Park - Weld County Bald Eagle Pond: a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. San Francisco Creek, M, W forks & W San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County On USFS lands, including W San Francisco Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta County From Hwys 160 & 84 downstream through Pagosa Springs to Apache St and river: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County a. Min. size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except ponds 1 and 1A. Scented flies or scented lures allowed if 1.5 inches or longer. Second Creek - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Seeley Lake - Weld County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. Severy Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to USFS boundary. Shadow Mountain Res. - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mtn Res downstream to Lake Granby, incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Snagging prohibited. 27 �Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sheep Creek, E & W forks - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake - Clear Creek County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for splake is 2, 16 inches long. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Slater Creek, S Fork, W Prong of S Fork - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Park - Arapahoe County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park, Teller counties From confluence of M and S forks downstream to Spinney Mtn Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From outlet of Spinney Mtn Res downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Some parts (about 100 yds) from CR 59 to Elevenmile Res inlet closed to fishing as posted Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. From below Elevenmile Dam to Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board’s Marston diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. South Platte River, M Fork - Park County From Hwy 9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. South Platte River, S Fork - Park County From Hwy 285 downstream to Antero Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. 28 �c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From Antero Res in new channel to existing channel: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to M Fork of S Platte: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. Spinney Mountain Res. - Park County (See also Homestake Conveyance Channel) a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 1 at least 20 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing prohibited. Sprat Platte Lake - Adams County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. Spruce Creek #1 - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Spruce Creek #3 - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Stalker Lake - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Standley Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Stearns Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters to Denver Water Board diversion: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Summit Res. - Montezuma County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Swamp Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Swan River, N Fork - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sylvan Lake - Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Sept. 1-Nov.30. Tamarack Ranch Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Taylor Creek, Little - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Res. - Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Taylor River. - Gunnison County From top of Taylor Dam downstream 325 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. 29 �From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to upper boundary of Sam’s private property (.4 miles): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Teller Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Teller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County a. From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile, fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1Nov. 30. Timberline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Totten Res. - Montezuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Trapper Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Trappers Lake - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. All fish longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mile. d. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit for brook trout. Trinidad Res. - Las Animas County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Trout Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Turquoise Res. - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Two Ledge Res. - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River - Ouray County From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: a. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From CR 23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Res: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 30 �Union Res. - Weld County a. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. Vallecito Creek - La Plata, San Juan counties From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Weminuche Wilderness downstream to CR 501 bridge: a. All kokanee must be returned to the water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. From CR 501 bridge to standing water line of Vallecito Res: a. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Vasquez Creek, S Fork- Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Vaughn Res. - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. Virginia Gulch Creek, W - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Wahatoya SWA (incl. Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. Walden Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only except Picnic Pond. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately except in Wally Toevs Pond. Walker Lake SWA - Mesa County a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 through end of Feb. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Ward Road Pond - Jefferson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Scented flies or lures must be 1.5 inches or longer. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. Watson Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy 141 bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. West Cross Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. White River - Rio Blanco County From headwaters (including N, S Fork) of White River to Hwy 13 bridge below Meeker: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara lease and Meeker pasture SWA E of Meeker: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 31 �From Piceance Ck downstream to Utah, including Kinney Res: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. Williams Fork Res. - Grand County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. Williams Fork River - Grand County From Williams Fork Dam to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Res. - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Windsor Res. - Weld County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Woods Lake SWA - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Wright Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Yampa River - Routt County From headwaters to Trout Ck, including tributaries; a. Bag limit for whitefish is 4. Possession limit is 8. From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck excluding Catamount Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Walton Ck downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From James Brown bridge to Hwy 394 bridge near Craig: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From headwaters of Yampa River to Green River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2 and #3 - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake (Pioneer Lake) - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. 32 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife’s Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length. That way fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive matching lapel pins. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216, or our Web site. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ........................Length (inches) Species ..............................Length Rainbow trout ........................24 Brook trout..............................16 Golden trout............................16 Splake......................................20 Kokanee ..................................20 Northern pike..........................36 Walleye ..................................26 Yellow perch ..........................12 Smallmouth bass ....................17 White bass ..............................17 Crappie....................................15 Blue catfish ............................30 Common carp ........................30 Brown trout ..................................22 Cutthroat trout ..............................20 Lake trout ......................................32 Arctic char ....................................18 Grayling ........................................15 Tiger muskie..................................40 Saugeye ........................................26 Largemouth bass ..........................18 Wiper ............................................28 Bluegill ..........................................10 Channel catfish..............................30 Black bullhead ..............................14 Grass carp......................................30 HOW TO MEASURE YOUR FISH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass illustrated above to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down as seen in the lake trout. 33 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. Fly/lure only; catch and release; return trout to water immediately. Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit. Chatfield Res. Marston Diverson Strontia Springs Res. Dam Sou th P latt eR iver North Fork Scraggy View P.G. Wigwam P.G. Deckers Wigwam Club (private) Sou th P latt eR iver Cheesman Res. 34 �Hwy 9 Hwy 9 South Platte Rive r Hwy 24 Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. . Fly/lure only; all trout 12-20 inches long must be released; 2 trout limit; only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. Spinney Mtn. Res. El ev en mi le Re s. n yo an C Springer le Gulch mi n ve Bridge e l E ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. ELEVENMILE RES: 4 trout limit, only 2 can be longer than 16 inches. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct.1-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. SPINNEY MTN. RES: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20 inches or longer. No fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise. No ice fishing. Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. . Hwy 24 Fo rk Hartsel M idd le (wild trout water within SWA) Tomahawk SWA SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK So ut h F or k Garo Ante ro R es. Antero Jct. Hwy 285 35 �Map of S. Platte, N. Republican, Arkansas and S Republican river drainages YOUR 75 CENT WILDLIFE EDUCATION FEE WORKS FOR YOU The Wildlife Management Public Education Advisory Council uses these funds to educate the public about the importance of wildlife management and that this management is funded primarily through the sale of hunting and fishing licenses. Look for our ads on TV and billboards throughout Colorado, or visit our website, www.keepingcoloradowild.org 36 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Native) Trout - Cutthroat have a crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cutthroat trout is Colorado’s official state fish. Mountain Whitefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout’s, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles. Bluegill - Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays. Small mouth. Rainbow Trout - Identifying marks are black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout - Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body. Kokanee Salmon - At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and turn brick red. Smallmouth Bass - Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) - Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body. Veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. Wiper - Hybrid between white bass and striped bass. Artwork by Joseph R. Tomelleri 37 �� https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/16d5eee27f4591fb95128516691fbd94.pdf 75a59eab7a99681c63d25b1d3d1c25b7 PDF Text Text �TABLE OF CONTENTS Fishing Season Dates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Habitat Stamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 License Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 License Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Residency Qualifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Legal Methods of Take. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Special Conditions and Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Chumming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Toxicants, Poisons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ice Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bait Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Threatened and Endangered Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Nongame Species. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Prohibited Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Fishing Contests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Releasing Tagged Fish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Illegal Transfer of Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Donating Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Transporting, Exporting Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Other Land Use Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DOW Property Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bag and Possession Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-78 List of SWAs by County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-83 Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees. Printed December 2007, 400,000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Cover photo by Nick Clement Editor: Brighid Kelly The Wildlife Commission sets fishing season regulations in March. Wildlife Commissioners (as of Nov. 2007): Tom Burke, chair; Claire O’Neal, vice chair; Robert Bray, secretary; Jeffrey A. Crawford, member; Brad Coors, member; Roy McAnally, member; Richard Ray, member; Dennis Buechler, member; Tim Glenn, member; Harris Sherman, ex-officio member; John Stulp, ex-officio member. The Colorado Division of Wildlife prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and public participation in its programs and services. For information or to register a complaint, contact the DOW. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. �DOW SERVICE CENTERS DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 Northeast Region Svc. Ctr. 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Svc. Ctr. 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison, Box 128 Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 Northwest Region Svc. Ctr. 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Southwest Region Svc. Ctr. 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 Hot Sulphur Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Road 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weiss Drive Steamboat Spgs., 80477 (970) 870-2197 Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 Pueblo Svc. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 Monte Vista Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road 1 E Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 HEALTH ADVISORY FOR EATING FISH The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued fish consumption advisories for some Colorado waters. The advisories provide information on specific fish species, and their class sizes, that may contain levels of contaminants posing human health risks. Fish consumption information is important for everyone, especially anglers who eat the fish they catch, as well as pregnant or nursing women and children. The advisories are posted at specific waters and can be found at www.cdphe.state.co.us (look under Environment A-Z, then go to F). Reports and supporting documents can be found at www.cdphe.state.co.us (look under Environment A-Z, go to Water Quality Control Division, then select Monitoring.) For more information, call the health department’s hotline (303) 692-3550. 1 �FISHING SEASON DATES Jan. 1- Dec. 31 Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise stated in this brochure. Free Fishing Days Residents and nonresidents can fish in Colorado without a license only the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. HABITAT STAMP License Buyers: A Colorado Wildlife Habitat Stamp is required of people 19-64 who buy hunting or fishing licenses. With a license purchase, the stamp is $5 and required on each of the first 2 licenses bought in a calendar year ($10 total). The stamp also allows access to state wildlife areas or state trust lands leased by the DOW. Wildlife and Outdoor Enthusiasts: A Colorado Wildlife Habitat Stamp is required of people 19-64 who visit a state wildlife area or state trust land leased by the DOW, such as non-hunters, wildlife viewers or hikers. This stamp costs $10.25 (25-cent search and rescue fee). Lifetime Stamp: A lifetime stamp costs $200. This stamp satisfies either of the above requirements. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. A fishing license is required for people 16 and older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans, except as noted in this brochure. 2. Children under 16 don’t need a fishing license and can take a full bag and possession limit. 3. Colorado residents 64 and older can obtain a free annual fishing license from a DOW office or license agent. 4. Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents 64 or older. These licenses cost $3 and are valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any DOW office. 5. Seniors must carry either a lifetime low-income or free fishing license with them while fishing. 6. Anglers must comply with habitat stamp requirements. 7.You can use a second rod, handline or tip up if you buy a second rod stamp. You can buy only 1 second rod stamp per calendar year. (a) Youths under 16 who are not required to buy a fishing license still must have a second rod stamp. (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A second rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. 8. To collect fish, amphibians and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you need a commercial fishing license. Applications are available from DOW. Commercial licensees must submit annual report to DOW within 30 days of license expiration. 9. Licenses expire on the date printed on them. Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made in buying a license render it void. 10. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an application and paying a fee. 11. Wildlife violations have specific point values. People who accumulate 20 or more points in 5 years can have their license privileges suspended or revoked. 12. Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, max. 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. 13. Youth mentor hunting and fishing opportunties are available for those under 18. Youths under 16 must be accompanied by a mentor. Mentors must be 18 and comply with hunter education requirements. BUY YOUR LICENSE ONLINE Anglers can buy licenses via our website, www.wildlife.state.co.us, or by calling, 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards accepted for phone or i nternet purchases. DOW offices and license agents also sell licenses. 2 �2008 LICENSE FEES Residents Annual Fishing (16 and older) ......................................................................................$26 Combination Fishing & Small Game ............................................................................$41 Senior Annual Fishing (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) ..............................Free Nonresidents Annual Fishing ..............................................................................................................$56 Five-Day Fishing License ..............................................................................................$21 Residents and Nonresidents One-Day Fishing License ................................................................................................$9 Second Rod Stamp ..........................................................................................................$5 (Second rod stamp available to licensed residents, licensed nonresidents and youths under 16 years, licensed or unlicensed.) License costs include a 25-cent search and rescue fee, and 75-cent PEAC surcharge. Habitat Stamp required. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a hunting license: 1. You must have lived continuously in Colorado at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except #2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the armed services and maintain Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (unless they change their home of record to another state.) Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned to duty here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending a Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time out of state and pay nonresident tuition still qualify for a resident license. 4. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. 5. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 6. Except as in #2 and 3 above, your Colorado residency ends if you apply for, buy or accept hunting, fishing or trapping license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado; or get a driver’s license with an address in another state. DISABLED LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses at DOW offices and send them to 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216. Licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. Those eligible for free licenses are: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent facility in Colorado. 2. Resident patients of a VA hospital. 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or mental health institution. 4. Totally and permanently disabled Colorado residents per Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security documentation of permanent and total disability. If documents do not state “totally and permanently disabled,” you must provide documentation that Social Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting to total and permanent physical or mental impairment that prevents gainful employment and is reasonably certain to continue throughout your life; c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. You must have served on active duty in the armed forces, honorably discharged and establish a service-related disability rated by the VA a min. 60% through disability retirement benefits or pension because of a public statute administered by the VA or military. You can get proof of disability by requesting an eligibility letter from the VA, 1-800-8271000. Meeting these requirements qualifies you for a free, lifetime resident combination small game 3 �and fishing license. If born on or after Jan. 1, 1949, you must comply with hunter education requirements. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of or combination of natural or synthetic, nonedible, nonscented (regardless if scent is added during the manufacturing process or applied after) materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. BAIT: Hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. Devices with scents or smell attractants added or externally applied, regardless if added during manufacturing or after. Scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows, dough baits, stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish, or material fish may eat, in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn’t include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: Efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. FLOAT TUBE: Floating device suspending 1 person in water from the seat down, not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. GAME FISH: All species except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes, but not limited to, brown trout, cutthroat trout, golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid), brook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids), speckled dace, rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top and suckermouth minnows). GIG: Barbed fork with 1 or more tines attached to handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. MINNOW: Members of families classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except nongame, threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: One where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part of year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under control of someone nearby. COMMON HOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having common shank. Hooks attached to manufactured artificial lures are considered a common hook. SIZE OR LENGTH: Fish length with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net vertically in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with float on each end from which droplines are attached. WATER CONTACT ACTIVITIES: Swimming, wading (except when fishing), waterskiing, sailboarding, scuba diving and other water-related activities that put a person in contact with the water. LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE Methods not listed below are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks. 2. TROTLINES: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline allowed per license holder. (c) Must be anchored and marked at each end of line with floats, be max. 150 feet long and weighted to place line a min. 3 ft. under water. No more than 25 droplines. (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on common hook on each dropline. (e) Must be tagged with user’s name, CID number and date set. (f) Must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3. JUGS: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. 4 �(b) 10 allowed per license holder. A jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook. (c) Must be tagged with user’s name and CID number. (d) Must be checked at least hourly. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs allowed statewide for taking carp. East of Continental Divide, gizzard shad, white or longnose suckers can be taken unless prohibited in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other fish can be taken only when authorized in specific waters in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Underwater spearfishing of lake trout prohibited. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 ft. of float with National Divers’ Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached by safety line max. 10 ft. long. (c) Archery and gigs are allowed to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging is permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during times listed in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other species snagged must be returned to water immediately. 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines allowed only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or if authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” (b) Seines must be of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines cannot exceed 20 ft. long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by DOW for emergency salvage. (c) Hand-held dip nets allowed for fish taken taken for use as bait according to take restrictions. See “Use and Collection of Bait Fish.” 8. LIVETRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots, are allowed only for taking crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT: Legal if used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISHING: Some waters may be restricted by local laws. Unless otherwise stated, waters open to ice fishing have these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Fires on ice must be enclosed. (c) No littering allowed on ice. (d) Portable ice shelters (where permitted) must be removed at end of day. (e) Permanent shelters (where permitted) must display owner or user name, address and telephone number legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. Letters must be min. 2 inches high. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: (a) Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited E of Continental Divide above 7,000 feet, on Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties, and Watson Lake in Larimer County. Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited W of Continental Divide except Navajo Res. (b) The only species that can be taken and/or used for consumption or personal use as bait (alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are: minnows (except in “c” below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. It is illegal to take, have or take for private or commercial use as bait: mollusks; threatened or endangered species; or species listed as nongame in wildlife regulations. See 5 and 6 below for a list of these species. (c) The only species that can be taken for commercial use (commercial license required) are: minnows (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited). See “Nongame Species.” (d) Taking bait fish is prohibited statewide in natural streams, springs and waters in Adams, 5 �Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties and standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use: 1) min. size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from tip of acumen (bony spike between eyes) to telson (last bony plate in tail); 2) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately; 3) Pots and traps must be labeled with licensee’s name, address and license number. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines, nets. (h) MOLLUSKS: Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use is prohibited. 5. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES: It is illegal to take or use these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, river shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. 6. NONGAME SPECIES: It is illegal to have or harvest bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, stoneroller, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. 7. PROHIBITED SPECIES: These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bowfins; rudd; zebra mussels; quagga mussels; New Zealand mud snail; Eurasian ruffe; white perch; rusty crayfish; carp (silver, Indian, bighead, giant barb, mrigal, largescale sliver, rohu, black and mahseers); Asian swamp eel; green frog and gobies.. 8. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered without approval by the DOW if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Application and nonrefundable fee are required at least 60 days before contest. You must obtain written approval from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout are permitted only on waters with more than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. All regulations apply. Public fishing areas must stay open to free public fishing regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by DOW are exempt. 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 10. ILLEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone other than DOW or someone with an aquaculture license, stocking permit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish into Colorado waters. It is illegal to move fish between waters. Illicit stocking can have far-reaching effects on fish populations, including sport fish. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fish from predation and competition, and often harm native fish recovery. 11. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A“likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 12. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: Species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, transported within or exported from Colorado, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, the DOW can allow licensed anglers to take the fish by approved methods. 6 �14. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH: Any fish caught and released MUST be returned immediately to the water. Plesae follow these tips for ensuring higher survival rates for fish that are caught and released: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; don’t squeeze fish or put your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out. (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessary, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release in quiet water. GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Federal and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, but not through hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by DOW is prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain State School Trust lands are open to public fishing under leases with the DOW. See State Trust Lands brochure. It is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by DOW without first obtaining permission from lessee. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license to fish in the park. MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations. Contact reservations for details. Southern Ute Indian Tribe P.O. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, (970) 563-0130. Ute Mountain Tribe Towaoc, CO 81334, (970) 565-3751. Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719) 333-3336.. WHIRLING DISEASE, NEW ZEALAND MUD SNAIL ALERT Help prevent whirling disease and a new exotic species, New Zealand mud snails, from spreading in Colorado by following these guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots and fishing equipment before moving from one body of water to another. 2. Drain water from boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders on site, if possible. 3. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or byproducts in any body of water or sink. 4. Wash or soak waders and boots in water hotter than 130 degrees F or in a 50-percent solution of antibacterial degreaser for at least 10-15 minutes before fishing in another body of water. 5. See our website for more information about aquatic invasive species. 7 �DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on lands, waters, frozen surfaces of waters, rights-of-way, buildings or devices under DOW control. See “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties” for regulations on specific properties. 1. To enter, use or occupy an area when posted against entry, use or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy an area for commercial purposes or to do land, water, oil, gas or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph if not posted. 5. To leave camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or trailer unattended more than 48 hours, to camp or to park travel trailers or campers on SWAs more than 14 days in 45-day period. 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds, tree stands and steps can be erected on SWAs. No nails can be driven into trees. Man-made materials for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the season when they are used ends. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device, fence, gate, sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or objects of archaeological, geological or historical value. 8. To litter, leave fish, entrails, human waste, waste water, containers or toxic substances; to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to an area for disposal; or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. 9. To build fires without preventing it from spreading; to leave fires unattended. 10. To graze livestock. Horses, mules, llamas, burros may be used in wildlife activities. 11. To have or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal substances. 12. To allow dogs, cats or domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while hunting, while training hunting dogs or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, anchored, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or docks in conflict with boaters or as posted. 16. To snorkel, scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mask, swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exception is where swimming is permitted, when location is identified by a “divers down flag” and when scuba diver has valid S.C.U.B.A. certificate from recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization. 17. To engage in illegal activities. 18. To use air or gas-inflated floating devices for transportation on or across surface of the water unless the device has multi-compartments and a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartment air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swimming areas. 19. To promote, sponsor, conduct or participate in boat regattas, paintball shooting, questing or non-wildlife oriented activities. 20. To land aircraft. 21. To leave decoys or anything used as decoys in the field or on water overnight. 22. To swim except in designated waters or authorized water contact activities. 23. To discharge a firearm or bow in parking, camping or picnic areas. 24. To fish in fish rearing ponds or raceways on DOW hatchery properties. 25. To conduct field trials or group dog training without a field trial license. 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. Certified materials must be clearly marked by certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt. Also exempt is hay produced on State Trust Lands leased from DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap unless done according to statutes and regulations. 28. To enter an SWA without a habitat stamp. Non-hunting mentors accompanying youth hunters are not required to have a habitat stamp. 29. To use internet or other computer-assisted remote while fishing. Anglers must be physically in the immediate vicinity while fishing. 30. It is illegal to hunt or fish on private land without permission from landowner or person in charge. 8 �BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific species are listed in the chart on next page. Some species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. Some species also are illegal to take or are restricted. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on chart. Check “Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties.” 1. If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, statewide limits apply. 2. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. 3. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. 4. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit. 5. When taken by underwater spearfishing, the daily bag and possession limit for fish with established limits is 2. DAILY BAG LIMIT - Max. number of fish you can take in a day regardless of what you do with them that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, while transporting, at home or other place of storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation waters are protected throughout the state. In those waters, fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. These restrictions are designed to accommodate the growing number of cutthroat streams and lakes included in conservation and recovery actions. ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT Zebra mussels are exotics that are spreading across the U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra mussels haven’t been found in Colorado but are transported on boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully, and wash them with hot water before entering Colorado. Also, clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between waters in Colorado. Empty and clean livewells. 9 �STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (except kokanee) In aggregate*..................................................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 ..............................................................................................Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches or less statewide ........................................................................................10 KOKANEE •Angling, snagging statewide..................................................................................10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER •Statewide, in aggregate* ..........................................................................................5 •Arkansas River drainage, in aggregate*,...............................................................10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ..........................................................................................5 WHITE BASS, WIPER, STRIPED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................................................10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate*..........................................................................................................20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD and BLUE CATFISH •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................................................10 WHITE and BLACK CRAPPIE •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................................................20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED •Statewide in aggregate* .........................................................................................20 YELLOW PERCH •W of Continental Divide ..........................................................................Unlimited •E of Continental Divide .........................................................................................20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide ...........................................1 fish, 36 inches or longer NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD ...................................Unlimited SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN •W of Continental Divide, in aggregate* ...............................................................20 •E of Continental Divide............................................................................Unlimited BULLFROGS ............................................................................................Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) .....................................................................Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE ........... 50, less than 5 inches long (Gilled Form) *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. To locate the Arkansas and Republican drainages, see map on page 84 or our website. 10 �ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES These waters and DOW properties have more restrictive regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wildlife areas (SWA) and state fish units (SFU). Access for people with disabilities varies at SWAs. Contact DOW offices about accessible facilities and programs. Abbreviations used: KS: Kansas Neb: Nebraska NM: New Mexico OK: Oklahoma UT: Utah WY: Wyoming Colo: Colorado Highway Hwy: U.S.Highway CO: County CR: County Road Ck: Creek Div: Divide Dr: Drive Fk: Fork Pk:Peak Res: Reservoir Rd: Road N: North S: South E: East W: West NF: National Forest USFS: U.S.Forest Service CG: Campground SWA: State wildlife area M: Middle Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) - Adams County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go E on Hwy 40; turn S on Hwy 131. At CR 14, go S. SWA 1/2 mile N of Stagecoach State Park. HUNTING: elk, deer, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-July 1. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as aid in hunting upland birds. d. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RES. SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent, Kiowa counties From Las Animas, go 15 miles N on CR 10. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. b. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. c. Frozen surface of lake closed. d. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except fishing. e. Trotlines, jugs permitted. f. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Agnes Lakes (Upper, Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Akron City Lake - Washington County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Res. - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ALBERTA PARK RES. SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 18 miles W on Hwy 160 to Wolf Ck Ski Area; drive through parking lot. Continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd 391. 240 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. 11 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA - Park County From Alma, go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy 9 to CR 4; then 1/4 mile NW. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest rooms, campsites. ALMONT TRIANGLE SWA - Gunnison County From Almont, go 3 miles N on Hwy 135. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 20-March 31. American Lakes (Snow Lake, Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ANDREWS LAKE SWA - San Juan County From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy 550 to access road; then 1/2 mile E. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River - La Plata County From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long c. From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing Bridge, GOLD MEDAL WATER. Antelope Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Antero Res. - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles SW on Hwy 24. 2,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Apache Creeks, N & S - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. APISHAPA SWA - Las Animas County From Walsenburg, go 18 1/2 miles NE on Hwy 10 to property sign; turn SE and go 20 miles past Mica Butte. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapaho Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS Rd 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont, Lake counties From Hwy 24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 1 under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida, 7 1/2 miles downstream to Badger Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. 12 �Arkansas River, M Fork of S Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters to Boss Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go 4 miles E on Hwy 50 to CR 39. Go 3/4 mile S across canal; then 1/2 mile W. 98 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee County From Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy 285; 1/8 mile E on CR 165. Parking at W end. From Salida, NW on Hwy 291 for 3 1/2 miles. Go 3/4 mile S on CR 150; 1/2 mile SW on CR 166 to N bank of Arkansas River. Parking E side of road. 27 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (Note: fishing access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs.) ATWOOD SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy 6 to CR 29.5; then 1/2 mile S. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Augustora Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora Res. - Arapahoe County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this res. BADGER BASIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel go E and W along Hwy 24; directly N of Hartsel; and N and S along Hwy 9. 22 miles of fishing access. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special fishing regulations apply. See S Platte River and M Fork and S Fork of S Platte River. b. Hunting, camping, fires prohibited. c. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. d. Access only from designated parking areas. Closed beyond fenced and posted easement. BANNER LAKES SWA - Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles E on Hwy 52. 934 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and float tubes. b. Camping, fires, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. d. Fishing prohibited from opening of first regular duck season to last day of waterfowl season. e. Closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting during this period. Reservations by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. To cancel, call the same number or you may forfeit reservation rights. Failing to cancel may result in losing future 13 �reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes reservation must be licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. f. Closed N of Hwy 52 April 1-July 15. g. Dog training permitted north of Hwy 52 during Feb., March, July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S of Hwy 52, Feb. 1-Aug. 31 only. h. Foot access only. i. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. No more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of group training events not limited. Bard Creek - Clear Creek County From headwaters to W fork of Clear Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Barker Res. - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. Barr Lake - Adams County From Denver, go NE on I-76 to Bromley Ln; then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd; go 1/2 mile. HUNTING: waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewing, interpretive program, picnicking, hiking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterfowl hunting only, restricted to Sat. and Wed. b. Hunting from designated blinds only. Max. of 3 hunters per blind. Unreserved blinds will be first come, first served after 5 a.m. each day. Reserved blinds unoccupied by 7 a.m. are first come, first served. Mandatory check in. For reservations call 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. To cancel, call the same number or you may forfeit reservation rights. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. BASALT SWA - Eagle, Pitkin counties (Basalt, Christine, Toner, Peachblow, 7 Castles, Schuck) TONER UNIT: From Basalt, go 3.2 miles E on USFS Rd 105 (Fryingpan Rd) to signs; then N. 2,577 acres. CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 1/2 mile W on Two Rivers Rd (old Hwy 82) to Homestead Dr; then go N to access road. 2,230 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range. RESTRICTIONS: a. Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating, water activities prohibited on Lake Christine. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d. Camping prohibited except during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and 3 days after the seasons. e. Closed Dec. 1-April 15 except on Lake Christine and rifle ranges. f. Fires, mountain bikes prohibited. g. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. h. Dogs prohibited except as in “g.” Bear Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to High Drive. Bear Creek - Jefferson County From base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Ck Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma County From headwaters to Dolores River: 14 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek Res. - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA - Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles E on Hwy 50 to Hwy 67; then 9 miles N to CR 132. Or: From Skaguay Dam, downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Ck. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. BEAVER CREEK RES. SWA - Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 miles SW on Hwy 160 to USFS Rd 360 (Beaver Ck Rd); then 6 miles S. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. BEAVER LAKE SWA - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile E on CR 3. 41 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except for float tubes or hand-propelled craft. b. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Vehicles prohibited on dam. BEAVER RES. SWA (Minnesota Creek) - Gunnison County From Paonia, go E on 0-50. Go to USFS Rd 710. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA - Larimer County a. Boating prohibited except for float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU - Larimer County N of Ft. Collins on Hwy 287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on CR 28. 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting, dogs prohibited. BERGEN PEAK SWA - Clear Creek, Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 4 miles N on Hwy 74 to Hwy 103; then 5.9 miles W to Stinton Rd. Go 2.2 miles E. HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: a. Foot or horseback only. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 15 �BIG BEND SWA - Chaffee County From Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery, NW about 6 miles along Arkansas River. Access from Mt. Shavano NW on CRs 160, 163 & 166. Access from N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy 285, 1/8 mile E on CR 165. a. Arkansas River fishing access only. Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 can be more than 26 inches long. BIG MEADOWS RES. SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 11 miles W on Hwy l60 to USFS Rd 4l0; then 2 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. BIG THOMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 5 miles E on Hwy 402 to I-25 Frontage Rd; then 3/4 mile N to interstate underpass. Go left through underpass; then 1/4 mile N. 51 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for float tubes used while fishing. c. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or with night hunting permit. Big Thompson River - Larimer County From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BILLY CREEK SWA - Montrose, Ouray counties BILLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy 550 to Ouray CR 2, then turn left. Road also leads to Nicoll and Porter tracts. COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy 550 to Government Springs Rd. Continue on Horsefly Rd to signed access road. CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy 550 to Ouray CR 8, turn left on lower road. Go through ranch yard; then go 1 1/4 miles on main road to access road. BECKETT TRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles S on Hwy 550 to Ouray CR 4; turn left. Go 1/2 mile. 5,498 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona tract. b. Closed Jan. 1-April 30. BITTER BRUSH SWA - Moffat County a. Closed Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Vehicles allowed only on CRs 59 and 143. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Blacktail Conservation Easement - Routt County. 610 acres. a. Closed Dec. 1-May 31. b. Foot or horseback only June 1-Nov. 30. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) - Alamosa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. BLISS SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy 287 to Hwy 14; then 41 miles W. 352 acres. 16 �HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boat launchings, takeouts prohibited. Blue Mesa Res. - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Coal Ck inlet at Blue Mesa Res, fishing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upstream 1 mile, Jan. 1-June 30. d. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. NOTE: Snowmobile gross weight at Curecanti National Rec. Area (Blue Mesa Res.)is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on frozen surface of Blue Mesa Res. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties From N inlet at CR 3 (Coyne Valley Rd, 3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, except Dillon Res. and Green Mtn Res. upstream to first Colo 9 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. From N inlet at CR 3 (Coine Valley Rd, 3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res: a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Dillon Dam downstream to N city limits of Silverthorne: a. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From N city limits of Silverthorne Green Mtn dam, except Green Mountain Res: a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Green Mtn Res. upstream to first Hwy 9 bridge over Blue River: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Green Mtn dam downstream to Colorado River: a. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BLUE RIVER SWA - Summit County BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on Hwy 9. 82 acres. EAGLE’S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles N on Hwy 9. 29 acres. SUTTON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles N on Hwy 9. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows, firewood cutting prohibited. b. Vehicle parking overnight prohibited. c. Habitat stamp not required to enter Blue River Unit parking lot east of Hwy 9. Bobtail Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BODO SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 1 mile S on Hwy 160/550 to CR 211; then 1/4 mile W to E boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, band-tailed pigeon, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. BOEDECKER RES. SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 2 miles W on First St to CR 2l; then l/2 mile S. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. 1 to end of waterfowl season. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards prohibited. 17 �d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or with night hunting permit. Bonny Res. - Yuma County (See S Republican SWA) a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. BOSQUE DEL OSO SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, take exit 14A off I-25. Go W on Hwy 12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property S of Hwy 30,000 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game, mtn. lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Campfires prohibited except in designated areas b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except while hunting. c. Camping prohibited outside designated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. d. Parking allowed only in designated areas. e. Unattended food or garbage only allowed in bear-resistant manners. f. Snowmobiles, motorized vehicles, ATVs and bicycles on established roads or trails may be prohibited to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures posted. g. Closed Dec. 1-March 31, except licensed big game hunters and one non-hunting companion. h. Fishing prohibited on S Fork of Purgatoire River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. . i. Artificial flies and lures only on S and M forks of Purgatoire River in SWA. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Boss Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County From upper end of Ebin Fine Park to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Res. - Boulder County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. BRAVO SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy 6 to CR 370; then 1.7 miles NE. 1,082 acres.. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. e. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. g. On Scalva Parcel, reservations required by calling 1-800-846-9453, Sept. through Feb. Reservations from March through Aug. made by calling 970-842-6300. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. 1. Access from designated parking area only. Mandatory check station. 2. Foot access only. Open only 4 a.m. to 9 p.m. 3. Limited to 3 groups with max. of 4 people daily. 4. Sept. 1 through May 31, only hunting allowed; limited to archery, muzzleloading and 18 �shotguns during established seasons. Hunting allowed only on Sat., Sun., Wed., Labor Day, Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day and Presidents’ Day. 5. June 1 through Aug. 31, open only for wildlife viewing on Sat., Sun., Wed. 6. Turkey hunting allowed only for hunters with limited turkey licenses for unit 91 on opening day, Sat., Sun., Wed. of turkey seasons. 7. Fires, camping prohibited. 8. Discharging firearms, bows prohibited except while hunting. 9. Field trials, dog training prohibited. BROWER SWA - Weld County From Evans, go 1 mile E on 37th St. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting Sept. 1-Feb. 28 and during spring turkey season. c. Closed March 1-Aug. 31 except spring turkey hunters. d. Horse use prohibited. e. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid. Dog training prohibited except when training dogs for hunting. BROWN LAKES SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles W on Hwy 149 to USFS Rd 515 (Hermit Lakes Rd). Go 1 1/2 miles W. 520 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. FACILITIES: restroom, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. BROWNLEE SWA - Jackson County North Platte River - From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12; then 5.1 miles NW to CR 18; then 1/2 mile W. 1.14 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See N Platte River. BROWNS PARK SWA - Moffat County COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy 318 to CR 10; then 17 miles N to CR 72; then 9 miles W to fork. Take left fork 4 miles. WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy 318 to CR 10; then 17 miles N to CR 72; then 15 miles W. BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy 318. Unit N of Hwy 318. 2,226 acres, all units. HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Calloway Unit closed in posted area. BRUSH SWA - Morgan County From Brush, go 2 1/2 miles N on Hwy 71 to CR 28; then 1 mile N. 588 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Chartier Pond, min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. 19 �f. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. g. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Brush Creek - Eagle County From Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA - Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles W on CR 123; then 2 miles N. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA - Morgan County From Brush go S on Clayton St to check station; then S 2.25 miles to parking area. 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, rabbit, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. From Feb. 1 until opening day of first waterfowl season, open only for wildlife viewing. c. From opening day of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30, property open only Sat., Sun., Wed. and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, and only for migratory bird hunting during waterfowl seasons. Reservations required. d. From Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, only hunting allowed. Phone reservations available only on Dec. 1. From Dec. 2 through Jan. 31, users regulated by mandatory check station, and no reservations are required during this time. e. Hunters must use designated ponds. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out at Brush Memorial Park. f. During waterfowl seasons, hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property is open for hunting the next day. Bull Basin Res. #1 - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Bull Creek Res. #1, #2 & Connecting Channels - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BURCHFIELD SWA - Baca County From Walsh, go 11 miles E on CR DD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Button Rock Res. - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N on Hwy 135 to CR 10. Go E on paved road to where USFS Rd 743 begins. Go 8 miles to USFS Rd 604. Turn right and go 3/4 mile. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 1-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream to N side of I-70 bridge: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 20 �Carnero Creek, N, M, S - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County a. Snagging for kokanee is permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Daily bag limit for walleye is 1, 16-20 inches long. Possession limit for walleye is 2. All walleye less than 16 inches long or more than 20 inches long must be returned to water immediately. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this lake. d. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including N and S forks - Rio Grande County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cataract Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CENTENNIAL SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles W. SWA N of Hwy 50. a. Closed Dec. 1-June 30. b. Motor vehicles restricted as posted. c. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA - Weld County a. Camping, dogs (except for hunting), dog training, fires, target practice, recreational horse use prohibited. b. During regular waterfowl seasons, small game, waterfowl hunting in designated hunt zones. c. Hunting with centerfire rifles prohibited. d. During regular waterfowl seasons, waterfowl and small game hunting by reservations only. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. e. Closed during regular waterfowl seasons, except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. f. Closed March 1-Aug. 31, except on designated trail for wildlife viewing and hunters with spring turkey licenses. g. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. h. Parking only in designated areas. No motor vehicles outside parking areas. CHALK CLIFFS SFU - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W 2.5 miles on CR 162; then N 1/8 mile on CR 287. 61 acres. RECREATION: limited public use and tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. Chartier Pond - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Chatfield Res. - Jefferson, Douglas counties a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. CHATFIELD SFU - Douglas County Go S on Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave, turn W on Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res.; turn left. RECREATION: limited tours. 21 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. Cheesman Res. - Douglas, Jefferson Counties NOTE: Closed due to Hayman fire until further notice. a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. b. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. d. Ice fishing prohibited. e. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine, Rabbit Creek units) - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Closed Sept. 1-May 1 except for hunting and fishing. c. Hunting and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. d. Horseback, bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, except horses used to hunt big game. Cherry Creek Res. - Arapahoe County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. Cheyenne Creek, N - Teller, El Paso counties a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Gold Camp Rd. Chinns Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. CHIPETA LAKE SWA - Montrose County From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy 550 to Chipeta Dr; then 1/2 mile N. 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater and coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise. d. Float tubes or hand-propelled watercraft only. CHRISTINA SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles N on CR 129 (Elk River Rd.) FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. CHUCK LEWIS SWA - Routt County From Hwy 40, go S on Hwy 131 to CR 14F. Take 14F W to CR 14. Go N to parking area. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Camping, fires, bicycles prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except in hunting waterfowl or dogs aiding the disabled. e. Big game, small game hunting prohibited. f. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on CR 14F. g. Horses prohibited outside parking area. h. Float tubes prohibited, except those designed exclusively for fishing. Cimarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. 22 �CIMARRON SWA - Gunnison, Montrose counties From Montrose, go 23 miles E on Hwy 50 to Little Cimarron Rd; then 2 miles S to access road; then 1 1/2 miles SW. 6,161 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Parking in established parking areas only. Clear Creek - La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds - Adams County a. Fishing prohibited except youths in DOW angler education activities. Clear Creek Res. - Chaffee County a. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 from gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res.) downstream to Clear Ck Res. CLEAR CREEK RES. SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 13 miles N on Hwy 24 to CR 390; then 1/2 mile W. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping (except in established camping areas on W end of SWA), fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy 24. c. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 upstream to gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res.). Clear Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Clinton Res. - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. COALBED CANYON SWA - Dolores County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles E on Hwy 50 to Hwy 114; then 20 miles S to Cochetopa Ck. HUNTING: dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping, dogs, fires prohibited. c. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA - Pitkin County From Basalt, go 30 miles E on USFS Rd 105 (Fryingpan River Rd). 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. COLLER SWA - Mineral, Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 1/2 miles W on Hwy 149. 579 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, snowmobiles, overnight parking prohibited. 23 �Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand, Mesa counties From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers Canyon, 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy 40 bridge: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon, 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy 40 bridge). to Troublesome Ck (5 miles E of Kremmling): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Troublesome Ck to Rifle Ck in Rifle: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From the I-70 exit 90 bridge at Rifle to Utah: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (N Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res., incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited from Shadow Mountain dam spillway to Twin Ck inlet of Lake Granby, Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting after Nov. 13. Colorado Springs Water Supply Res. #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Fishing prohibited, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downstream for 1/2 mile on city of Colorado Springs property. COLUMBINE SWA - Douglas County a. Hunting, fishing, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Riparian areas closed to protect Preble’s meadow jumping mouse as posted. c. Habitat stamp not required. Como Creek - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to N Boulder Ck. Conejos River - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade CG: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County From headwaters, including Big Lake, to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CONEJOS RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Conejos County From Antonito, go 15 miles W on Hwy 17 to Conejos Ranch. Fishing easements intermittent for next 16 miles and are signed. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Camping prohibited. Connected Lake - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Sheep Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 24 �Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. COTTONWOOD SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles E on CR W.7. 884 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except with night-hunting permit. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. COWDREY LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Cowdrey, go 2 miles S on Hwy l25. Or, from Walden, go 7 1/2 miles N on Hwy 125. Entrance W of road. 280 acres of land; 80 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Crawford Res. - Delta County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to N boundary fence, fishing in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CRAWFORD SWA - Delta County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. CREEDE SWA - Mineral County From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy 149 to undesignated rd; then 1/2 mile S to Rio Grande. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Crosho Res. - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Res. - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garfield County 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy 33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hunting, dogs, fishing equipment, waders prohibited. Culebra Creek - Costilla County From Hwy 159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. Cunningham Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Daigre Lake - Huerfano County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. DAN NOBLE SWA - San Miguel County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles E on Hwy 145 to USFS Rd 610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd); then 17 miles 25 �S. 2,223 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, shelters, well with potable water. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Miramonte Res. Tract: 1. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. 2. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting waterfowl. 3. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 a.m. 4. Waterskiing, jetskiing prohibited except in designated areas. b. On Greager Tract: 1. Closed March 1-May 15 except with permit from area or district wildlife mgr. for viewing purposes. 2. Viewing site limited to designated area. 3. Viewers must follow all restrictions and conditions on permit. 4. Snowmobiles, camping prohibited. 5. Foot or horseback only. DEADMAN SWA - Prowers County From Granada, go N on Hwy 385, 2.5 miles to CR JJ; then 2.5 miles E on CR JJ to CR 27. Turn S on CR 27; go 1/2 mile to parking area. 503 acres. HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES SWA (N, S, E) - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12; then go 5.3 miles W to CR 18. Go 4.5 miles W on to CR 5; then 1/2 mile N. 2,620 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d. Artificial flies and lures only. e. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. f. Rainbows and cutthroats 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. g. N Delaney Butte Lake - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. h. S Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEVIL CREEK SWA - Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles W on Hwy 160 to USFS Rd 627; then 2 miles N. 561 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. DE WEESE RES. SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy 69 for 5 miles, turn N on Copper Gulch Rd to access rd. 780 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. 26 �RESTRICTIONS: OHV use prohibited. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) - Jackson County From Walden, go N on Hwy 125. Parking areas are 1, 2 and 4 miles N of Walden. 3,129 acres of land; 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: city-owned camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Michigan River. b. Hunting prohibited E of Hwy 125. Dixon Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only. c. Hunting prohibited. Dolores River - Dolores, Montezuma counties From W Fork Dolores River downstream to standing water line of McPhee Res.: a. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15-Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. DOLORES RIVER SWA - Montezuma County From Dolores, go 5 miles NE on Hwy 145. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds. DOME LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles E on Hwy 50 to Hwy 114; then 22 miles SE. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited except on CRs NN14 and 15GG. b. Camping permitted during waterfowl seasons in designated safety zones only. c. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in designated safety zones. d. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid or on leash. e. Closed except by foot or horseback from designated parking areas. f. Parking only in designated areas. DOME ROCK SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy 67 to Rainbow Valley; then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Horseback, pack animals allowed only on designated roads and trails except if used as a big game hunting aid. c. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 on Spring Ck and Dome View trails, and Dome Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge. d. Foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mueller State Park. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 27 �DOUGLAS RES. SWA - Larimer County From Wellington exit on I-25, go 5.5 miles W, S and W on Hwy 1 to CR 15; 1 mile N on CR 15 to CR 60; then 1/4 miles W to LaVina Dr. N on LaVina Dr to lake. From Ft. Collins at Hwys 287 and 1, take Hwy 1 N for 4 miles to Waverly cutoff (CR 15). Go N on CR 15 to CR 60. Then 1/4 miles W to LaVina Dr go N. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, fires, camping, discharging firearms or bows, sailboards, sailboats, ice skating, ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise, . DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USFS access rd. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. DRY CREEK BASIN SWA - San Miguel County From Naturita, go 17 miles S on Hwy 141. Hwy 141 goes SW through property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA - Logan County From Crook, go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy 55. 1,121 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. Duke Lake - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. DUNE RIDGE SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy 6 to CR 370; then 5 miles SW. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. DURANGO SFU - La Plata County In Durango, next to Animas River. 14 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: visitors center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. DUTCH GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 5.3 miles E; then 7.3 miles S on CR 42, which becomes BLM Rd 307. a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles allowed only on improved road. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting or on leash. d. Closed March 1-June 15. 28 �e. Foot or horseback only from designated parking areas. f. Parking only in designated areas. Eagle River - Eagle County From confluence of E Fork and S Fork downstream to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. EAGLE RIVER SWA (Fishing Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile E on Hwy 6; then go 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. c. Open only in designated areas as posted to protect private property. East Pass Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. East River - Gunnison County From upstream boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to Taylor River: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2 under 12 inches long. c. Taking kokanee prohibited. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU boundary: a. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. ECHO CANYON RES. SWA - Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles S on Hwy 84. 211 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Elevenmile Res. - Park County a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 can be over 16 inches long. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ELKHEAD LAKE SWA - Moffat, Routt counties a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake N of bouy line or within 100 yds. of boat ramp. b. Camping prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. d. Closed within 50 feet of spillway. Elkhead Res. - Moffat, Routt counties Managed by State Parks. See State Parks for regulations. a. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. c. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. ELLIOTT SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on CR W.7. 2,576 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds on Union Tract. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular 29 �plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. f. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. g. West Elliott: Closed in 80-acre part N of S. Platte River, S of Rd W7 and E of railroad. UNION TRACT: 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at check station. 2. Closed except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. 3. Waterfowl hunting permitted first come, first served, limited to 2 blinds from beginning of teal season through end of first waterfowl season. 4. Blind reservations by lottery. See waterfowl brochure for information. NORTH TRACT: 1. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. 2. From Aug. 1 through March 31, hunting allowed only Sat., Sun., Wed., Labor Day, Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day. 3. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. QUINT TRACT: 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big, Little) - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited in Lake Ck inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan. 1-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County a. Closed Dec. 1-June 30. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Foot or horseback only. d. Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. e. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. Empire Res. - Weld, Morgan counties a. Closed to goose hunting in part of Weld and Morgan counties bounded on N by Bijou Canal from US34 W to Weld CR 91 (Chapelton Lane); on W by Weld CR 91 from Bijou Canal to I-76; on S by I-76 from Weld CR 91 to Colo 144; on E by Colo 144 from I-76 to US34; and on NE by US34 from Colo 144 to Bijou Canal. ESCALANTE SWA - Delta, Mesa, Montrose counties HAMILTON TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd), to G50 Rd. Go 2 miles NW. Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy 50. LOWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd). PICKETT CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy 50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N. CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy 50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles N on Hwy 50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd; then 11 1/2 miles N. WEST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy 50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd. Go 5 miles W; then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge Rds; then 6 miles NE. WATERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy 50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon; then 3/4 mile upstream S of Gunnison River (primitive rd). 30 �GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy 50 to Escalante Canyon Rd; then 3 miles SW to Gunnison River; then 3/4 mile upstream S of Gunnison River (primitive rd). 5,019 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, interpretive program, historical area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. b. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau during upland game or migratory bird seasons. c. Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts closed March 15-July 31. d. On Lower Roubideau, limited to youth mentor hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County From Yampa, go 3 miles S on Hwy 131. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing, camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited in designated safety zones as posted. FISH CREEK SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 12 miles N on Hwy 145 to USFS Rd 535; then 12 miles N to Fish Ck access road; then 1 1/2 miles N. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, snowshoe hare. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER RES. SWA - Kit Carson County From Flagler, go 5 miles E on Rd U. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, turkey. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited during waterfowl seasons except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motors. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing permitted Sun. and Mon., June 1-Aug. 31. c. Hunting limited to youth mentor hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Florida River - La Plata County a. Snagging kokanee permitted above Lemon Res., Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FORKS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, fires, hunting, target practice prohibited. b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except walk-ins only Nov. 1-March 31. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County a. From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 31 �b. Foot and horseback access only. FOUR MILE SWA - Douglas County a. Foot or horseback only. b. Camping, fires prohibited. FRANK SWA - Larimer, Weld counties From I-25 at Windsor exit, go 2.3 miles E on Hwy 392 to CR 13; then 1/2 mile S. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. f. During regular waterfowl seasons, reservations required by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date; 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established zones. h. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. FRANZ LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy 291 to CR 154; then 3/4 mile W. SWA is SW of Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FRAVERT RES. SWA - Garfield County a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Res. - Moffat County From 50 yards either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 5 miles W on Hwy 6 to CR 29; then 1/2 mile S. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Fryingpan Lakes 2 & 3 - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan River - Eagle, Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam to Roaring Fork River (14 miles) -GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. GARFIELD CREEK SWA - Garfield County From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on CR 312 to Garfield Ck Rd; then 1 mile S. 13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 32 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 7 days before start of regular big game seasons through 7 days after regular big game seasons end. b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of CRs 312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d. Closed Dec. 1-July 15, except for spring turkey hunting below and small game hunting above junction of CRs 312 and 328. e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid. f. Bicycles allowed only on CRs 312 and 328. George Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Cornelius Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles N along Mitchell Ck. 2 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs prohibited. Golden Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Ck to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRANADA SWA - Prowers County From Granada go N on Hwy 385; turn E on Half St. (first rd N of railroad). Go 1.5 miles. 3,672 acres. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, deer. FISHING: warmwater fishing in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. c. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. Other vehicles allowed only on access roads, parking areas. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. Granby Res., including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. d. Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res. only Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except Columbine Bay. e. Fishing prohibited in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Ck upstream, Oct. 1-Dec. 31. f. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 can be over 36 inches long. b. From Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. c. Portable ice fishing shelters only. d. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. e. Closed to goose hunting on lakes and within 100 yds. of high-water lines, including Windy Gap Res. Grandview Ponds - Adams County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. GRANITE SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, 17 miles N on Hwy 24. Access from Chaffee-Lake county line downstream to 1/4 mile below Granite Bridge. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater fishing on Arkansas River. Green Mountain Res. - Summit County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 33 �Green River - Moffat County a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Grieve Ranch Conservation Easement - Routt County a. Fires, snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, commercial use, woodcutting and gathering prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting. c. Firearms prohibited except for hunting. d. Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Closed on hay meadows N of CR 129. f. Fishing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water line on either bank. Griffith Res. - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County From standing water line of Vallecito Res. upstream: a. All kokanee must be returned to water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee allowed Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Grizzly Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. GROSS RES. SWA - Boulder County a. Boating, floating devices prohibited. Gross Res. - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG RES. SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 25 miles N on USFS Rd 526 to USFS Rd 533, then 5 miles NE. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION:wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 1/2 mile April 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison & Montrose counties From East and Taylor rivers downstream to Hwy 50 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Res., including tributary canals and diversions: a. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res. dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Crystal Res. Dam downstream 200 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res. dam to Relief Ditch diversion (5 miles above Austin Bridge) - GOLD MEDAL WATER & WILD TROUT WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Rainbows must be returned to water immediately. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. 34 �GUNNISON SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 6 miles W on Hwy 50. 2,800 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-March 31. b. Camping restricted to designated areas. c. Beaver Ck Trail restricted to foot or horseback. GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy 135 to CR 13. Turn left and go 1/4 mile to where road jogs left and becomes Tincup St. in Gunnison. Go W 3 blocks to Palisade city park. Parking N side park. Accessed by foot 1/2 mile W of parking lot. HUNTING: deer. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Access by foot only. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except waterfowl with shotguns. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Gunnison, Hinsdale counties From the headwaters to waterfall at Sherman: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. From first bridge crossing above Lake San Cristobal downstream to Lake San Cristobal: a. Artificial flies only. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cherry Ck to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cherry Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From upper Red Bridge CG boundary downstream to Blue Mesa Res.: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GYPSUM PONDS SWA - Eagle County I-70 to Gypsum exit, take S side frontage rd of I-70 E to parking area. 90 acres. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed between sunset and sunrise except for hunters and anglers. b. Camping, fires, glass containers, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. Dogs prohibited on eastern ponds except when used in waterfowl hunting. d. Field trials may be authorized only in August and September. e. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HALLENBACK RANCH SWA - Lake County a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed Dec. 1-March 31 and on W 1/3 of SWA as posted, April 1-June 15 to protect wintering and calving elk. Hamilton Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited. 35 �HARMON SWA - Chaffee County a. Campfires, dogs, overnight camping, firearms, hunting prohibited. Harvey Gap Res. - Garfield County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. Hat Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HAVILAND LAKE SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 18 miles N on Hwy 550 to USFS Rd 671; then 1/2 mile E. 208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, boating. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand or electric motor only. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont County From headwaters to Hayden Ck: Fishing prohibited. Headache Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 5 miles N on Hwy 24 to CR 361; then 1 mile W. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. Hermosa Creek, E Fork - LaPlata County From headwaters to Sig Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hidden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HIGEL SWA - Alamosa County a. Closed Sept. 1-Feb. 14, except Sat., Sun., Wed. and legal holidays. b. Sept. 1 through Feb. 14, permit required. Max of 25 permits issued daily, available free, first come, first served. Sept. 1-30, and Nov. 11-Feb.14, permits obtained via reservation system, by calling 719-587-6923 or at DOW office in Monte Vista. Oct. 1-Nov. 10, permits obtained by reservation system. c. Reservations for weekends can be made up to 14 days in advance but not less than 2 days before Saturday of weekend requested. Reservations for Wed. can be made up to 14 days in advance but not less than 2 days before date requested. Max. 2 people per reservation. d. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 to protect nesting water birds. e. Area wildlife mgr. may authorize educational or scientific special uses during closures. Highline Res. - Mesa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKES SWA - Larimer County From Hwy 14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles N on Laramie River Rd (CR 103). 80 acres of water, 1 mile of river. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. 36 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area. c. Grace Ck Rd closed Dec. 1-Aug. 15. d. Sailboards prohibited. e. Hohnholz Lake #3: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. HOLBROOK RES. SWA - Otero County From Swink, go 3 miles N on CR 24.5 to CR FF; then 1/2 mile E. 670 acres. FISHING: warmwater. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited in safety zone on SW side of residence as posted. HOLLY SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go 1 mile N on CR 34. 55 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 4 miles S on Hwy 385 to CR 14; then 4 miles W. 80 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. HOME LAKE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 1 1/2 miles E on Sherman Ave. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor only. Except, motorboats up to 10 hp allowed any time. Motorboats over 10 hp allowed only 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. b. Closed sunset to sunrise except for fishing or with night hunting permit. Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Res. inlet ditch) - Park County a. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RES. SWA (Timber Lake) - Bent, Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 miles N on Hwy 109 to Cheraw; then 2 miles E on CR JJ.5 to CR 33. Go 7 miles N. 2,603 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except for fishing. HORSETHIEF CANYON SWA - Mesa County I-70 W to Fruita exit, take Hwy 340 S 1 mile to property sign; take access road 4 miles. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, pheasant. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Turkey hunting prohibited. 37 �c. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. d. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish. e. Waterfowl hunting on Sat. restricted to youth mentor hunting. f. To hunt waterfowl on W end of property, you must reserve a specific designated blind and are restricted to hunt within 100 yards of blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Reservations first come, available at check station. g. Permits not required for waterfowl hunting E of pump station. h. Closed 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for fishing. i. Quail hunting prohibited. j. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed.-Fri. except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year’s Day. k. Habitat stamp not required. Horseshoe Res. - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Res. - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. HOT CREEK SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy 15 to access road; then 5 miles W. 3,494 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA - Grand County JENNY WILLIAMS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy 40 to CR 50 (E end of Colorado River bridge); then 2 miles S. BYERS CANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles W on Hwy 40 to range (N of highway). JOE GERRANS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy 40 to Colorado River bridge; then S at E end of bridge. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy 40 to Colorado River bridge; then S at W end of bridge. PAUL F. GILBERT FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy 40 to W end of Colorado River bridge; then S. LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3.5 miles W on Hwy 40 to unit (S of Hwy). 1,173 acres, all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACILITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in Joe Gerrans Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. b. Discharging firearms prohibited in Joe Gerrans Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. Gilbert Fishing Area. c. Byers Canyon Rifle Range closed between sunset and sunrise. d. Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be closed to protect wintering big game. e. Habitat stamp not required in Pioneer Park Unit. Huerfano River - Huerfano County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HUERFANO SWA - Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles W on CR 580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. 38 �HUGO SWA - Lincoln County CLINGINGSMITH TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR 109; 2 1/4 miles E on CR 2G. 2,240 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited. Hunt Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Illinois River - Jackson County On MacNaughton SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. INDIAN RUN SWA - Routt County From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy 317 to CR 67; then 6 miles S. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12; go 5.1 miles W to CR 18. Go 4.5 miles W to W.Rd.5; go 1.5 miles SW to CR 22. Go 2.5 miles. 0.7 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Raspberry Ck, Norris Ck, Roaring Fork Ck. on Irvine SWA: b. Hunting, camping prohibited. JACKSON SWA - Morgan County From I-76 at the Hwy 39 exit, go 7.4 miles N on Hwy 39 to Hwy 144; then 1 mile NE to CR 5; then 3.8 miles N to CR CC; then 1 mile W to CR 4; then 1/4 mile S. 394 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp). RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of regular waterfowl season. c. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake and elsewhere as posted. d. Ice fishing prohibited. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. f. Target practice prohibited except with area wildlife mgr. authorization. g. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. h. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. Jackson Lake and State Park - Morgan County a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. d. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. e. Fishing outlet ditch below dam and around rotary screen prohibited as posted. f. Fishing prohibited in lake at State Park, Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. Bank fishing permitted from dam and State Park boat ramp until Nov. 30. JAMES M. JOHN SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles on NM Hwys 72 & 526. Go N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake Dorothey SWA; then NW 4 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, bear, mountain lion, small game, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, mountain biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited within 100 feet of streams. 39 �b. Closed Dec. 1-April 1. c. Foot or horseback access only. d. Hunting access restricted in regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing. JAMES MARK JONES SWA - Park County From Hwy 24 E of Hartsel, take CR 15 (Elkhorn Rd) N 15 miles to sign. Go W 1.8 miles to parking area. From Hwy 285 at Como turnoff, take CR 15 SE 8 miles to sign; go W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Jan. 1-May 1. b. Fires prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking areas. JEAN K. TOOL SWA- Morgan County From Ft.Morgan, go 4 miles NE on I-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd; then 1 3/4 miles N. 903 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. JENSEN SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy 13 to CR 30. 5,955 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Closed Jan. 1-July 15. JERRY CREEK RES. SWA (Jerry Creek Res. #1 & 2) - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Hunting, firearms, ice fishing, camping, fires, motorized and non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals, boating, floating, swimming, wading prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lakes closed. e. Float tubes with chest-high waders allowed. Jim Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. JIM OLTERMAN/LONE CONE SWA - Dolores County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles E on Hwy 145 to USFS Rd 610; then 24 miles S. 5,030 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: two-horse corrals, domestic well water, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. JOE MOORE RES. SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy 184 to CR 40; then 4 miles N. 120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. 40 �Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Res. to Hwy 14: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Joe Wright Res. - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except grayling) is 2. JOHN MARTIN RES. SWA - Bent County From Las Animas, go 20 miles E on Hwy 50 to Hasty. SWA 2 miles S of Hasty. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. d. Closed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted on US Army Corp of Engineer land under lease by DOW or State Parks to provide for waterfowl resting. e. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. JOHNSON VILLAGE SWA - Chaffee County From Hwy 24 bridge over Arkansas River, W half of river .25 mile upstream and .5 mile downstream. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater stream. Johnstown Res. - Weld County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken daily. c. Min. size for largemouth, smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. JULESBURG SWA (Julesburg, Ovid leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 1/2 mile S on CR 29. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. JUMBO RES. SWA - Logan, Sedgwick counties From I-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy 138; then 1 mile NE to CR 95; then 2 miles N. 1,703 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Min. size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. d. Boating prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular goose season. Except, hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pick up decoys and to retrieve downed waterfowl. e. Fishing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south dams or 50 yards of outlet tower Oct. 1-last day of waterfowl season. 41 �f. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet structure. g. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. h. Vehicles limited to 250. i. Waterskiing prohibited before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat., Sun. and Mon. of Memorial Day weekend. j. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. JUNCTION BUTTE SWA - Grand County From Kremmling, go 3 miles S on Hwy 9 to CR 387 (dirt road); then 1/2 mile E. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hang gliding prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited except day after Labor Day through last day of regular big game season. Juniata Res. - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KARVAL RES. SWA - Lincoln County From Hwys 94 and 109, go S 10 miles on Hwy 109. 235 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. Kelly Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KEMP-BREEZE SWA - Grand County BREEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy 40 past Parshall; go .5 mile. Look for mile marker 196. Turn left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or go W 3/4 mile for more parking. Unit is 11.5 miles W of Kremmling. KEMP UNIT: From Granby, go 14.5 miles W on Hwy 40; turn left on CR 3 and go over Colorado River bridge. Turn right on second road, or go another .5 mile, and turn right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. a. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted youth fishing, and mobility-impaired anglers restricted to wheelchairs. b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-July 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA - Lincoln County KINNEY LAKE TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR 109 to CR 2G; then 2.5 miles E to CR 2J; then 1 mile E. 320 acres. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. Kitson Res. - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA - Park County From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy 285. FISHING: coldwater stream. 42 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See South Platte River, S Fork. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Closed beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. KNUDSON SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to CR 370 (information center, museum); then 1 mile SW. 581 acres. NOTE: Southeast portion is private property. Landowner permission required for deer hunting as posted. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. KOA Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA - Weld County From Windsor at Hwys 392 & 257, 3 miles S on Hwy 257 to parking area S of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed sunset to sunrise. b. Hunting, fishing, camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash. Lagerman Res. - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LA JARA RES. SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy 15 to access road; then 10 miles W. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LA JARA SWA - Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Rd. 2,808 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. 1 through Thursday before Memorial Day. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Lake Avery - Rio Blanco County (See Oak Ridge SWA) LAKE BECKWITH SWA - Pueblo County a. Hunting, camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. b. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. c. Frozen surface of lake closed. d. Habitat stamp not required. LAKE DOROTHEY SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys 72 & 526; go N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles. 4,500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey, bear. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and 43 �lures only. b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or 100 ft. of streams except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d. Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Foot or horseback only from established parking areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LAKE FORK OF THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Hinsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles N on Hwy 149 to S end of easement. FISHING: coldwater stream. LAKE IRWIN SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Ck Rd (730) to Kebler Pass Rd (12); continue N to USFS Rd 826; go 1.5 miles. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LAKE JOHN SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12W; then 8 miles W to CR 7; then go 7 miles. 565 water acres, 282 land acres. HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. RESTRICTIONS: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. b. Camping in established areas only. c. Waterskiing, sailboards prohibited. Laramie River - Larimer County In Hohnholz SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas W on Hwy 194, go 4 miles; N on CR 5.5. 69 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs prohibited. LEAPS GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy 135 to CR 10. Go E on paved road to where USFS Rd 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFS Rd 743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-April 30. Little Green Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Little Muddy Creek Lake - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LITTLE SNAKE SWA - Moffat County From Maybell, go 17 miles N on CR 19. CR 19 runs through SWA. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. 44 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons until 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. Little Vasquez Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA - Mesa County From Fruita, take I-70 to Loma exit (#15); then go 1.2 mile S on frontage rd; turn SE 1/2 mile to Colorado River. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, discharging firearms, launching, using personal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. b. Parking in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles W on CR 14W to CR 21S; then 1 1/2 miles N. 181 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, archery range, nature trail. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, target practice prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. LONE DOME SWA - Dolores, Montezuma counties From Cortez, go 21 miles N on Hwy 491 to CR DD; then 1 mile E to CR 16; then 3 miles N to access road; then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge. 1,724 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited except in designated areas. b. Fires prohibited. LONE TREE RES. SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/2 miles W on CR 14W to Lone Tree Dr; then 1 mile S on access road. 502 water acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass, wipers, walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d. Camping, fires, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, horseback riding prohibited. e. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. f. Fishing prohibited in outlet canal as posted. g. Closed in heron nesting closure area as posted. h. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. i. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or with night hunting permit. j. Dog training prohibited Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. k. Discharging fire arms may be prohibited by posting to protect public safety. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Ck) and Res. - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 45 �Long Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May 1-July 15. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOVE MEADOW SWA - Chaffee County a. Habitat stamp not required to enter information kiosk. LOWELL PONDS SWA - Adams County In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except float tubes for fishing. Boating prohibited on Sheets Lake. c. Hunting, discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires, dog training prohibited. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. e. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. Lower Latham Res. - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. McCall’s Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. MCCLUSKEY SWA - Delta County From Paonia’s Onarga Ave, go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd, which becomes 4100 Rd. At stop sign, turn right on Stewart Mesa Rd, which turns S and becomes 4050 Rd. At S end, it forks; turn left on L30 Rd. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse, rabbit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Closed except to hunt, fish or trap. Closed from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake - Adams County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Res. - Montezuma County a. Smallmouth and largemouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mack Mesa Res. - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2. b. Hunting, trapping prohibited. MANVILLE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy l4 to CR l2W; go 5 miles W to CR l8; go 4.5 miles SW to CR 5; go l/8 mile S. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See Roaring Fork Ck and N Platte River. 46 �Martin Lake - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MASON FAMILY SWA - Hinsdale County From Powderhorn, go 14.7 miles S on CR 27 (Cebolla Ck Rd.) 1,429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking. May Creek - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek - Alamosa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek, Little and Hudson Branch - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEEKER PASTURE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy 13 to CR 8; then 2 miles E. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. MELON VALLEY SWA - Otero County Go 2 miles N of Hwys 71 and 50; then 1 mile E of Hwy 71 on Rd 80.5. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting limited to youth mentor hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Meredith Res. - Crowley County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. MESSEX SWA - Logan, Washington counties From I-76 at Merino exit, go 2 miles N to Hwy 6; then 1.75 miles NE to CR R; then 1.5 miles N; then .5 mile W. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Landowner permission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Closed 9 p.m.-3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. g. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year, and require landowner permission on easement. Trials in Sept. must be incidental to field trial on adjacent private property. h. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Michigan River - Jackson County On Diamond J SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Middle Creek, E - Saguache County From headwaters to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. 47 �FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: picnic tables. MIKE HIGBEE SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 4 miles E on Hwy 50. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA - Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E on Hwy 263. 13 acres. HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed March 1-Aug. 15 except dates established yearly for spring turkey hunting. d. Parking only in designated area. During waterfowl season, parking area closed 1 hour after sunset to 4 a.m. e. During waterfowl season, hunting access limited to occupants of vehicles parked in designated areas. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA - Mesa County a. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping, fires, motorized and non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals prohibited. c. Firearms prohibited except for (a) above. Montgomery Res. - Park County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited on S side of res. and from W face of dam as posted. c. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. Monument Res. - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Morrow Point Res. - Gunnison, Montrose counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Res. - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned to water immediately. MOUNT EVANS SWA - Clear Creek County From Denver, take I-70 W to Evergreen Pkw. exit; go 6 miles S on Hwy 74 to Evergreen Lake; turn right on Upper Bear Ck. Rd. Go 6.5 miles to CR 480; go right on CR 480 for 3 miles. 3,438 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, dusky (blue) grouse, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or on leash. c. Closed Jan. 1-June 14. d. Vehicles prohibited day after Labor Day-June 14 except in regular rifle deer and elk seasons. e. Groups of 25 or more must obtain a permit; 1 group at a time. MOUNT OURAY SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy 291; go .5 mile W on CR 154; go 1.25 miles NW on CR 160. 231 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (access not on both sides of river; see signs). MOUNT SHAVANO SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy 291 to CR 154; then .5 mile W. 186 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. 48 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. MOUNT WERNER SWA - Routt County a. Habitat stamp not required. MOUNTAIN HOME RES. SWA - Costilla County From Ft. Garland, go 2.5 miles E on Hwy 160 to Trinchera Ranch Rd; then 2 miles S to Icehouse Rd; then 1 mile W to N entrance. Or, continue 1 mile S to S entrance. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterskiing prohibited. Mower Res. - Jefferson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. MURPHY SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1 mile E on CR 12. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA - Weld County From Kersey, go 5 miles E on Hwy 34 to CR 61; then 2 miles N. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. NARRAGUINNEP RES. SWA - Montezuma County From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy 491 to Hwy 184; then 2 miles E. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: Boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. NARROWS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, fires, hunting, target shooting prohibited b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except for walk-ins only Nov. 1-March 31. Native Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake - Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Res. - Archuleta County a. Trotlines permitted. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp, mooring cove only. Navajo River - Archuleta, Conejos counties From headwaters to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Nee Grande Res. - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee Noshe Res. - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. 49 �b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee So Pah Res. (Sweetwater & Jet) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. New Windsor Res. - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting within 400 yds. of occupied dwelling, without first obtaining permission from owner or person in charge, or within 1/4 mile from center line of these roads: from CR 74 and Colo 257 N to CR 78; E to CR 21; S to CR 74; then W to Colo 257, including area formed by these roads. c. Closed to waterfowl hunting 150 yds. of Colo 257 centerline between CRs 78 and 74; CR 74 between Colo 257 and CR 21. Newlin Creek - Custer, Fremont counties From headwaters to USFS boundary: Fishing prohibited. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Norris Creek - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH FORK SWA - Larimer County From Drake, go 1/4 mile W on Devil’s Gulch Rd. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. NORTH LAKE SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, go 35 miles NW on Hwy l2. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey, bear RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area at north lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. North Platte River - Jackson County On Brownlee, Manville, Peterson and Verner SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From S boundary of Routt NF to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. North Sterling Res. - Logan County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long, only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. c. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. e. Boating prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand 50 �allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. f. Hunting from dam prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except in established areas. North Taylor Creek - Custer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Northwater Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 21 miles E on CR 8 to CR 17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd); then 1 1/2 miles S. LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy 13 to CR 8; then 19 miles E. SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles E on CR 8 . SLEEPY CAT FISHING EASEMENT (see White River): From Meeker, go 17 miles E on CR 8 to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit. c. Sleepy Cat Ponds and Sleepy Cat fishing easement closed except for fishing. d. Hunting prohibited except archery S of CR 8, west of CR 17, and N and E of CR 10. e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jetskis prohibited. Boating permitted only if it does not create whitewater wake. ODD FELLOWS SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12; then 5.1 miles W to CR 18; then 4.5 miles W to CR 5; then .5 miles N to CR 20; then 4.2 miles W on to parking area. Follow signs S to river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See Roaring Fork Ck. OLNEY SPRINGS RES. SWA - Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on CR 7. 8 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking. ORCHARD MESA SWA - Mesa County a. Access only from parking area on C Rd between 30 and 31 Rds. b. Camping, fires, horses prohibited c. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. d. Closed March 15-July 14 to protect nesting migratory birds. e. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds or zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for details. f. No other small game hunting allowed. g. Deer hunting by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction, (970) 255-6100. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline Aug. 1. h. Hunting by bows and shotguns with shotshells only. i. Dogs allowed only as hunting aid. ORDWAY RES. SWA - Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles N on Hwy 71. (SWA W of Hwy) 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping. Osier Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. OVERLAND TRAIL SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go .5 mile S on Hwy 63 to CR 16; then E .5 mile;. 192 acres. 51 �HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check station. b. Foot access only and only from check station parking lot. c. Limited to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. d. Wildlife viewing only permitted June 1-Aug. 31, on Sat., Sun., Wed. e. Sept. 1-May 31, hunting permitted only Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays and opening days of plains rifle deer and late rifle deer seasons. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. f. Turkey hunting allowed opening day, Sat., Sun., Wed., of turkey seasons. g. Camping, fires, dog training, horses prohibited. h. Discharging bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy 14 to CR 25; then 6 miles SW. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Res. - Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. Parachute Creek, E Fork - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA - Garfield County a. Camping, fires, swimming prohibited. b. Float tubes permitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA - Larimer County From Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing in inlet (Lone Pine Ck) prohibited from lake upstream to CR 74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd) as posted. d. Boating prohibited except float tubes for fishing. e. Fishermen must enter on foot through gate at check station and must check in and out at check station if open. Pass Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RES. SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 8 miles E on Hwy 160 to Hwy 172; then 2 miles S to CR 302; then 1 mile S to CR 304; then 1/2 mile W. 85 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. 52 �e. Hunting prohibited except Sat., Sun. and Wed. Pasture Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake - Routt County Including inlet stream for 1/4 mile above inlet, and outlet stream 1/4 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. c. Habitat stamp not required to enter property. Pella Crossing Rec. Area Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Trail (USFS Rd 928): a. Fishing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA - La Plata County TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles W on Hwy 160 to CR 207 (Lightner Ck Rd); turn right and go 2 miles N to CR 208 (Dry Fork Rd). TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles W on Hwy 160 to Victory Coal Mine Rd; turn right and go .5 mile on access road (through private property). 13,442 total acres, both tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse,turkey, black bear. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk seasons. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed E of CR 208 and N of Hwy 160, April 1-July 15. d. Closed from last day of deer and elk seasons to March 31. e. Fires, snowmobiles prohibited. PETERSON SWA - Jackson County a. Special restrictions apply. See N Platte River. PICEANCE SWA - Garfield, Rio Blanco counties SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy 64 to CR 5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. SQUARE S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy 64 to CR 5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 17 miles S to CR 26 (Black Sulphur Ck Rd); then 20 miles W to E entrance. YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy 64 to CR 5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 6 miles S to CR 20 (dirt road); then 5 miles W to Yellow Ck Rd. LITTLE HILLS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy 64 to CR 5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 7 miles S to Dry Fork turn-off. Follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. Piedra River - Archuleta County From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd 631 (Piedra Rd) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy 160): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Piedra River, E Fork - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Res. (Crystal, N & S Catamount) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. b. North Catamount Res.: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SWA - Teller County From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road; then 1.5 miles E to Bison Res. (NE of res.). 635 acres. HUNTING: bighorn sheep. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed April 1-July 15. 53 �Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. PITKIN SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 14 miles E on Hwy 50 to Quartz Ck Rd; go 14 miles E to Parlin; turn N. 48 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited except in Quartz Ck. b. Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go E on I-70 to exit #49; then 8 miles E on Hwy 65 to Hwy 330; then turn left to Sunnyside Rd; go 1/8 mile N. 1,346 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. RESTRICTIONS: a. Vehicles prohibited Dec. 1-Aug. 1. PLAYA BLANCA SWA - Alamosa County a. Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., Sat., Nov. 1-Jan. 30. PONY EXPRESS SWA- Sedgwick County From I-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go .1 mile N on Hwy 385 to CR 28; then go 1.5 miles W on CR 28 to service road; go .1 mile N to parking lot. Or, from Julesburg, go .7 mile W on Hwy 138 to CR 39; go .9 mile S on CR 39. 1,854 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. f. Closed to goose hunting. Except, light goose hunting allowed during special control season and any conservation order for light geese. Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Porcupine Lake - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. From upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and from W boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Rd/bridge, and from upper bondary of Gateway park (water diversion for Fort Collins) downstream to N Fork of Poudre River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, N Fork - Larimer County From Bull Ck (above Halligan Res.) upstream to Divide Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Milton Seaman Res. downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 54 �Poudre River, S Fork - Larimer County From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile: a. Fishing prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SFU - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy 287 to Hwy 14, then 38 miles W. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. POUDRE RIVER SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy 287 to Hwy 14; then go 1.5 miles W. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, raft take-out. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Habitat stamp not required on parts posted as city of Fort Collins open space. PREWITT RES. SWA - Logan, Washington counties From I-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy 6; then 3.3 miles NE. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Boating prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular goose season, except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. d. Camping, fires prohibited as posted. e. Fishing allowed only from dam Oct. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. Ice fishing allowed only within 50 yards of dam. f. Vehicles limited to 250. g. Waterskiing prohibited. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. h. Glass beverage containers prohibited. i. Hunting prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. j. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted for waterfowl resting depending on water levels, weather and presence of birds. Pronger Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds #2, #3 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Res. - Pueblo County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. PUEBLO RES. SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles W on Hwy 96. 4,100 acres. 55 �HUNTING: deer, rabbit, turkey, dove, waterfowl, scaled quail. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, nature trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, target practice prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. PUEBLO SFU - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd on Hwy 96. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, hunting prohibited. PUETT RES. SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy 184 to CR 33; then 1 mile S to access trail. 1.5 miles E. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Purdy Mesa Res. - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 largemouth can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatoire River, M, S forks - Las Animas County On Bosque del Oso SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA - Bent County From Hwys 50 and 101 in Las Animas, go S on Hwy 101; 1 mile to CR 10.75; then S on Rd10.75 to Rd EE;then W to Rd 9.5; then S 1 mile to property at Rds DD & 9.5. 960 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. Queens Res. (N, S) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. QUEENS SWA - Kiowa County LOWER QUEENS (Neeskah): From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy 287 to CR C; then 3.5 miles E to Upper Queens. Follow access road S 2 miles. UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy 287 to CR C; then 3.5 miles E. NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy 287 to CR C; then 1 mile . NEE SO PAH: Closed as posted. NEE NOSHE: From Eads, go 11 miles S on Hwy 287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd; then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 acres, all properties. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sail boating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Nee Gronda Res., Nee Noshe Res., Nee So Pah Res., Queens Res. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec. 1. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens. d. Hunters in Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at check station when open. e. Closed as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl Dec. 1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted. 56 �f. Closed as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1-last day of waterfowl season. g. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. Quincy Res. - Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d. Access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Min. size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA - Eagle, Grand, Routt counties From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles S on Hwy 9 to CR 1 (Trough Rd to State Bridge); then 12 miles SW. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone as posted. RALSTON CREEK SWA - Gilpin, Jefferson counties From Golden, go 1 mile N on Hwy 93 to Golden Gate Canyon Rd. Turn left and go W 13 miles to Golden Gate Canyon State Park headquarters. S of Ralston Ck. 2,100 acres. HUNTING: big game, small game, furbearers. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except while hunting. RAMAH RES. SWA - El Paso County From Ramah, go 4 miles W on Hwy 24. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping, fires, water contact activities prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. Discharging archery equipment allowed on established archery range. Rampart Res. - El Paso County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Ranch Creek, N Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rasberry Creek - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RED DOG SWA -- Prowers County From Holly go N on CR 35 to Rd JJ; then E on Rd JJ 2 miles. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. RED LION SWA - Logan County From I-76, take Red Lion exit (#155); go 3 miles N to Hwy 138; then 1 mile NE to CR 95; then 1/4 mile N. 1,297 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. d. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand. 57 �e. Camping, fires prohibited. f. Fishing prohibited on Jumbo Annex Res. except Jan. 1-Sept. 30 when bank and ice fishing allowed in designated areas. g. Closed April 15-July 15, as posted to protect nesting waterfowl. h. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. i. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except if hunting. j. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light geese, light goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by CR 970, on E by CR 97 (CR 1), on S by Hwy 138 and on W by CR 95. RED MOUNTAIN SWA - Grand County a. Closed Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on a leash. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RICHARD SWA - Jackson County Fishing access: from Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12W; then 8 miles W to CR 7; then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA. Go to S end of Lake John to parking lot. Hunting access: from Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12W; then 13.7 miles W to parking area. Hunting area E of CR 12W. 3,817 acres, 6 miles of river. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special restrictions apply. See N Platte River, N Fork. b. Camping prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited within 200 yards of buildings. Ridgway Res. - Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. RIFLE FALLS SFU - Garfield County From Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy 325. 600 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Camping prohibited except if authorized by hatchery mgr. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas. Rifle Gap - Garfield County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. b. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. c. Bag, possession limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy 64. 383 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken daily. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. d. Waterskiing prohibited March 1-June 15. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County From waterfall at S San Juan Wilderness boundary to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral, Rio Grande counties From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to W fence of Masonic Park: 58 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From Hwy 149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 3 miles E on Sherman Ave. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. Area wildlife manager may authorize access if it won’t harm nesting or wintering birds. c. Camping prohibited except in parking areas with toilets. d. Area wildlife mgr. may post closures to manage hunting pressure during waterfowl seasons, and to protect maintenance and construction equipment, and human health and safety. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing easements) - Rio Grande County a. Camping prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RITO HONDO RES. SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 35 miles W on Hwy 149 to USFS Rd 513; then 2 miles NW to fork. Take right fork 200 yards N. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD CANYON RES. SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles W on Hwy 149 to USFS Rd 520; then 4 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork Creek - Jackson County On Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Roaring Fork Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin, Garfield counties From McFarlane Ck downstream to upper Woody Ck bridge: 59 �a. Artificial flies only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From upper Woody Ck bridge downstream to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From 50 yards upstream and downstream from Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From Crystal River to Colorado River: GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING FORK SWA - Garfield County a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on East River. 778 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except in designated areas. c. Fishing prohibited sunset to sunrise. d. Discharging firearms prohibited in designated safety zone. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROCK CREEK SWA - Routt County From Kremmling, go 6 miles N on Hwy 40 to Hwy 134; then 12 miles W over Gore Pass to USFS Rd 206; then 2.5 miles SW. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles NE on Hwy 266, cross bridge, turn E on CR 80.5. 550 acres. Go 1.25 miles farther E to McClelland tract. 662 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: Fires prohibited. Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROEBER SWA - Delta County From Paonia, go 1 mile S on 4100 Rd (Onarga Ave); turn left on N80 Lane; go 2 miles to 4200 Dr; turn right; go 1 mile to parking lot. Or, from Onarga Ave, go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd to Minerich Rd. Go 1 mile to parking lot. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement. c. Closed from last day of regular big game season through April 30. d. Closed except hunting or fishing. ROSEMONT RES. SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 15 miles S on Hwy 67 to Gold Camp Rd near Victor; then 20 miles E. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. 60 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating, camping, dogs, fires, picnicking, water contact activities prohibited. d. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 a.m. e. Closed Nov. 1-May 10. f. Closed except by foot from established parking areas. g. Closed near dam, caretaker’s house and N side of res. as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go S on I-25 to exit 98-A; then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field; then E on Runyon Field Rd. .5 mile. 40 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trail, handicapped fishing dock. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, camping, fires, ice fishing, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed sunset to sunrise except fishing. c. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. RUSSELL LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Saguache, go 9 miles S on Hwy 285 to CR R; then 1.5 miles E. 793 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. c. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. d. Parking only in established parking areas. e. Closed except as posted. f. Sect. 29 closed during waterfowl season. g. Closed after 1 p.m. during first waterfowl season. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the M, S Fork tributaries to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (N) - Boulder County From Horse Ck downstream to inlet of Button Rock Res.: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Saint Vrain Creek (S) - Boulder County From headwaters to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Fishing prohibited, May 1-July 15. Saint Vrain State Park - Weld County Bald Eagle Pond: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass must be retured to the water immediately. San Francisco Creek, M, W forks & W San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County On USFS lands, including W San Francisco Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta County From Hwys 160 & 84 downstream through Pagosa Springs to Apache St and river: 61 �a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SAN LUIS LAKES SWA - Alamosa County From Alamosa, go 13 miles N on Hwy 17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd; then 8 miles E to access road; then 1/4 mile N. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited N of buoy line. b. Closed N of buoy line and E-W fence line Feb. 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited N of buoy line and E-W fence line. SAN MIGUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing easement) - San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile S on Hwy 145. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. SANCHEZ RES. SWA - Costilla County From San Luis, go 3 miles E on Hwy 152 to Hwy 242; then 5.2 miles S. FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, waterskiing prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. c. Camping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. SAND DRAW SWA - Sedgwick County From I-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles S on Hwy 385 to CR 16; turn E to CR 49; then 1 mile S. 209 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Hunting limited to youth mentor hunting. One mentor per youth. SANDS LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy 291. SWA is E of hwy, opposite Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. SANDSAGE SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 4.5 miles W on Hwy 34 to CR 35; then .25 mile W to CR CC; then .5 mile S. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. SAPINERO SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles W on Hwy 50 (access from Hwy 50 at Red Ck, East Elk Ck and Dry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County a. Min. size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except ponds 1 and 1A. 62 �c. Dogs must be on 6-foot leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d. Motorized, non-motor vehicles (incl. bicycles) prohibited beyond designated parking areas. e. Hunting, boating, bellyboats prohibited. f. Horseback riding prohibited except on established maintenance roads. g. Closed midnight to 5 a.m. h. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit. i. Other activities prohibited as posted. j. Habitat stamp not required. Second Creek - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA - Sedgwick County From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy 138 to access road; then .5 mile S. 885 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. SEELEY RES. SWA - Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles N on 35th Ave. 118 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. Fishing prohibited except along W shore or from boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires, glass containers prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA - Conejos County From Manassa, go 3 miles E on Hwy 142 to access road; then .5 mile N. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. b. Fires prohibited. c. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles S on Hwy 131 to CR 18; then 7 miles SE. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, campfires prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. SETCHFIELD SWA - Bent County From Hwys 50 & 101 in Las Animas, take Hwy 101 S 16 miles to CR P. Go W on Rd P 1 mile to Rd 11; then S 6 miles on Rds 11 and 10. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. 63 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. = Fly/lure only; catch and release - return trout to water immediately. = Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. Chatfield Res. Marston Diverson Strontia Springs Res. Dam Sou th P latt eR iver North Fork Scraggy View P.G. Wigwam P.G. Deckers Wigwam Club (private) Sou th P latt eR iver Cheesman Res. 64 �Hwy 9 Tomahawk SWA Hwy 9 South Platte Rive r Spinney Mtn. Res. = Fly/lure only; all trout 12-20 inches long must be released; 2 trout limit; only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. GOLD MEDAL WATER. El ev en mi le Re s. on ny a C Springer le Gulch mi n ve Bridge e l E ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish; only 1 can be longer than 16 inches. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. NOTE: Closed until filled and fishery re-established. ELEVENMILE RES: 4 trout limit, only 2 can be longer than 16 inches. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct.1-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. SPINNEY MTN. RES: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20 inches or longer. No fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise. No ice fishing. GOLD MEDAL WATER. = Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. GOLD MEDAL WATER. Fo rk Hartsel M idd le Hwy 24 SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK (wild trout water within SWA) Hwy 24 So ut h F or k Garo Ante ro R es. Antero Jct. Hwy 285 65 �Severy Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go l4 miles SW on Hwy l4 to CR 28; then l mile S to CR 11; then 3 miles S to CR 288; then .5 mile W. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Shadow Mountain Res. - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res., incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Snagging prohibited. SHARPTAIL RIDGE SWA - Douglas County a. Day use only. b. Foot access only. c. Camping prohibited. d. Hunting allowed only for deer and elk by permit. e. Hunters must have limited deer or elk license for unit 51 before applying for permit. Max. 2 hunters daily. Group applications allowed for max. 2 hunters. Permits valid only 2-3 days starting after Labor Day weekend. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline: third Mon. in July. Applications available from DOW in Denver, 303-291-7227. f. Permit holders can take 1 non-hunting person along, but that person must stay with hunter at all times. g. Hunters can park in parking area behind gate during times for which they are permitted. Driving anywhere lese on property prohibited. Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sheep Creek, E & W forks - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake - Clear Creek County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. Silver Creek Conservation Easement - Grand County a. Closed from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA - Yuma County a. Closed June 1-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping, fires, dog training prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. SIMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From I-25 at Hwy 402 exit (#255), go 2 miles W on Hwy 402 to CR 9E; then .5 mile N. 44 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 66 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes for fishing. b. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing or with night hunting permit. 63 RANCH SWA - Park County From Fairplay, 15 miles S on Hwy 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct on Hwy 285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, big game. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife observation. RESTRICTIONS: a. See S Platte River, S Fork. b. Camping prohibited. SKAGUAY RES. SWA - Teller County From Victor, go .5 mile E on CR 67 to CR 861; then 6.5 miles E. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Slater Creek, S Fork, W Prong of S Fork - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH RES. SWA - Costilla County From Blanca, go .5 mile W on Hwy 160 to Airport Rd; then 4 miles S to SWA. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 on N and E shores. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1 through end of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. d. Waterskiing prohibited. e. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Fishing Lakes N, S, W - Adams County On North Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Fish must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Park - Arapahoe County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park, Teller counties From confluence of M and S forks downstream to Spinney Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res. downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Some parts (about 100 yds) from CR 59 to Elevenmile Res. inlet closed to fishing as posted Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. 67 �From below Elevenmile Dam to Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board’s Marston diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. South Platte River, M Fork - Park County From Hwy 9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. South Platte River, S Fork - Park County From Hwy 285 downstream to Antero Res.: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to M Fork of S Platte: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA - Yuma County From Burlington, go 21 miles N on Hwy 385 to CR 1; then 3 miles E. Go 2 miles N and 2 miles E. 13,140 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-March. No more than 1 field trial may be authorized Aug.-Sept. b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited on downstream face of dam. c. Parking for waterfowl hunting only in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. SPANISH PEAKS SWA - Las Animas County From Aguilar, go W on Apishapa Rd; follow signs. 6,450 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited except in established areas. b. Access only from established parking areas. c. Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Res. - Park County - GOLD MEDAL WATER a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and min. size for trout is 1 at least 20 inches long. 68 �c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing prohibited. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on CR 59. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. Sprat Platte Lake - Adams County a. Artificial fies and lures only. b. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. SPRING CREEK RES. SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy 135 to Almont. Turn right on CR 742; travel 6 miles to Spring Ck. Turn left on Spring Ck Rd and go 14 miles. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usually July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. Spruce Creek #1 - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Spruce Creek #3 - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STALKER LAKE SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy 34 to CR FF; then 1.5 miles N to access road; then .5 mile W. 75 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. f. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Standley Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. STEAMBOAT SPRINGS SWA - Routt County a. Habitat stamp not required. Stearns Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters to Denver Water Board diversion: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on CR 27 to road: a. Closed as posted to prevent road and habitat damage. SUMMIT RES. SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy 184. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. 69 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Swan River, N Fork - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sweitzer Lake - Delta County a. Hunting waterfowl permitted opening day and Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays. Sylvan Lake - Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Sept. 1-Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Crook exit (#149), go .5 mile N on Hwy 55. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Tamarack, Pronger ponds: Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping prohibited except in designated area. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. No more than 3 trials may be authorized Feb.-March and Aug., and no more than 1 in Sept. d. Fires prohibited except in designated camping area. e. Mandatory check station. Assigned parking spots. Hunters must stay at assigned check-in area until 9 a.m. when they can walk to adjacent areas and hunt. Deer and turkey hunters required only to check into E or W Tamarack, unit 91. At S Tamarack S of I-76, unit 93, mandatory check in and out. f. Reservations required and accepted for weekends and holidays as listed. Hunting allowed weekends as listed and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day. First hunt date available for reservations: Sat. after Oct. 24. Last date available: last Sunday of regular duck season. Weekdays, weekends and holidays outside reservation period, and any unreserved or open areas, are open to hunting without reservations, regulated through check station. Reservations made by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date; 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. g. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. i. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. j. Horse use prohibited N of I-76 except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March, April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. TARRYALL RES. SWA - Park County From Jefferson, go 16 1/2 miles SE on CR 77. 886 acres (175 acres of water.) HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed at dam, spillway and outlet structures. b. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake. 70 �Taylor Creek, Little - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Res. - Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Taylor River. - Gunnison County From top of Taylor Dam downstream 325 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to upper boundary of Sam’s private property (.4 miles): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. TAYLOR RIVER SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles N on Hwy 135 to USFS Rd 742 (Taylor River Rd); then 18 miles E to base of Taylor Res. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special restrictions. See Taylor River. b. Camping, fires, hunting prohibited. c. Parking only in designated areas. d. Closed from Taylor dam to 325 yards downstream. Teller Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Teller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE RES. SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 12 miles S on Hwy 15 to USFS Rd 250, then 9 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA - Park County From Jefferson, 2 miles S on Hwy 285; then 2 miles N on CR 35. 950 acres. HUNTING: big game, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RES. SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 9 miles N on Hwy 196 to CR TT; then 1 mile W to CR 7; then .25 mile N. 173 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. e. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except for fishing. TILMAN BISHOP SWA - Mesa County a. Closed during nesting and migratory bird period, March 15-July 14. 71 �b. Camping prohibited. c. Mandatory check in and out station. d. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds/zone. Blinds assigned at entrance station, available daily, first come, first served. Max. number of hunters per blind is 4. e. Hunting restricted to bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. f. Deer and pheasant hunting allowed by permit only. Applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines: Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasant. Permits issued by drawing; successful applicants notified by mail. Date, time and location of drawing on application. g. Turkey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. Timberline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (inc. Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles S on Hwy 71 to Hwy 10; then 2 miles E across Timpas Ck Bridge; then 1 mile S on CR 21; then 1 mile W on CR Z. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles N on Hwy 9, then .5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy 9, then .5 mile to parking area. 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See S Platte River, M Fork. b. Camping, fires prohibited. Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TOTTEN RES. SWA - Montezuma County From Cortez, go 3 1/2 miles E on Hwy 160 to CR 29; then 1 mile N. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited in inlet Sept. 30-Jan. 20 as posted to protect resting waterfowl. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Closed along N shore March 1-May 31. f. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. Trapper Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Trappers Lake - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. All fish longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mile. d. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit for brook trout. 72 �TREAT/OGDEN SWA - Fremont County From Coaldale, go W on Hwy 50 for 2 miles to CR 45; turn N and go 1.5 miles. Public access may not be on both sides of the river. Check for signs. FISHING: coldwater in Arkansas River. Trinidad Res. - Las Animas County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Trout Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TRUJILLO MEADOWS SWA - Conejos County From Antonito, go 36 miles W on Hwy 17 to USFS Rd 118;, then 4 miles N. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Turk’s Pond - Baca County a. Hunting prohibited as posted from beginning of first waterfowl season through last day of waterfowl seasons, in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 S, Range 44 W 6th P.M. on private property within 1/4 mile around Turk’s Pond SWA. b. No discharging firearms or arrows from, on or across 50 yds. on each side of center line of public roads in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 S, Range 44 W 6th P.M. TURK’S POND SWA - Baca County From Springfield, go 2 miles N on Hwy 287 to CR HH; then 14 miles E to CR 39. Go 3.5 miles N. 200 acres. HUNTING: dove. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Closed near pond and administrative building except to retrieve downed waterfowl from opening day of waterfowl season through end of Feb. Turquoise Res. - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA - Larimer County From Allenspark, go 4 miles N on Hwy 7 to Meeker Park (USFS Rd 119); go 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd 325; then 1 mile W. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BUTTES RES. SWA - Baca, Prowers counties From Springfield, go 18 miles N on Hwy 287 to CR B.5; then 3 miles E. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited in Two Buttes Ponds below dam except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Two Ledge Res. - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 73 �Uncompahgre River - Ouray County From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: a. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From CR 23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Res.: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Union Res. - Weld County a. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAIL DEER UNDERPASS SWA - Eagle County From Vail, go 4 miles W on S side of frontage rd of I-70. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Closed Nov. 1-June 15. Vallecito Creek - La Plata, San Juan counties From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Weminuche Wilderness downstream to CR 501 bridge: a. All kokanee must be returned to the water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. From CR 501 bridge to standing water line of Vallecito Res.: a. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Vancil Res. - Morgan County a. Waterfowl hunting prohibited. Vasquez Creek, S Fork- Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Vaughn Res. - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VERNER SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12; then 5.1 miles W to CR 18; then .5 mile W to access road. 1 mile of river. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Special regulations apply. See N Platte River. VIKING VALLEY SWA - Gunnison, Saguache counties RESTRICTIONS: Closed except if authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, W - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA SWA (incl. Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County From LaVeta, go 1 mile E on Bear Ck Rd. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind. c. Camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. 74 �Walden Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only except Picnic Pond. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately except in Wally Toevs Pond. WALDEN RES. SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy 14 to CR 12; then .5 mile W. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go 2 miles W on Hwys 6 and 50; turn S on River Rd; go .5 mile; turn S on gravel road. 351 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 through end of Feb. b. Camping, fires, dogs, hunting, trapping prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d. Closed 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD ROAD POND SWA - Jefferson County In Denver at I-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: warmwater. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand. d. Camping, fires, hunting, dog training, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. e. Closed except for fishing. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. Watson Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County From Ft. Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy 287 to Rist Canyon Rd (CR 28); go 1 mile. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, dogs prohibited. b. Closed along W bank of Poudre River next to employee housing. WATSON LAKE SWA - Larimer County From Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy 287 to Rist Canyon Rd (CR 52E); go 1 mile W. 139 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, camping, hunting, ice fishing, ice skating, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Parking prohibited on south dam. c. Closed on NW side as posted. d. Use or possession of live minnows prohibited. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. f. Horsepasture Pond: Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. WEBSTER SWA - Weld County From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy 85 to CR 394; then 2 1/4 miles. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. 75 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows, except shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows allowed for hunting Sept. 1 through Feb. 28. Shotguns or bows also allowed in spring turkey season c. Closed March 1 through Aug. 31 except for spring turkey hunters. d. Horses prohibited. e. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid. Dog training prohibited except when training them for hunting. WELLINGTON RES. #4, SMITH LAKE SWA - Larimer County From I-25 at the Wellington exit, go .3 miles W on Hwy 1 to CR 7; then 1.4 miles N to CR 66; then 2 miles W. Wellington Res. #4:105 acres. Smith Lake: 30 acres. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Hunting, discharging firearms or bows, camping, open fires, OHVs, snowmobiles prohibited. c. Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res. #4. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. WELLINGTON SWA - Larimer, Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy 14 exit, go 9 miles N on E service road to CR 64; then 1.5 miles E. COBB LAKE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy 14 exit, go 5 miles N on E service road to CR 56; then 1.4 miles E. SCHWARE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy 14 exit, go 7 miles N on E service road to CR 60; then 1 mile E. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hunt waterfowl. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., March 1-14 and Aug. only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake Unit year-round. d. Wellington and Schware units closed March 15-July 15. e. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Wellington Unit closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. g. Horseback riding prohibited except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. h. Big game hunting restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. WEST BANK SWA - Garfield County Go S on Hwy 82, turn right at mile marker 5 on CR 154. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy 141 bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. West Cross Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WEST LAKE SWA- Larimer County From Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping. FACILITIES: campground, rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand. WEST LAKE SWA - Mesa County FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. 76 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed 9 p.m.-7 a.m. WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA - Garfield County From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy 13 to Hwy 325; turn right; go 6 miles to CR 252. Go 1 mile NW. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except day after Labor Day-Dec. 31. WHITEHORSE SWA - Adams County a. Closed except for youth mentor waterfowl hunting if authorized by area wildlife mgr. White River - Rio Blanco County From headwaters (including N, S Fork) of White River to Hwy 13 bridge below Meeker: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara and Nelson/Prather leases and Meeker pasture SWA E of Meeker: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Piceance Ck downstream to Utah, including Kinney Res.: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. WILLIAMS CREEK RES. SWA - Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy 160 to USFS Rd 631; then 30 miles N. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, open fires, sailboards prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates white-water wake. c. Snowmobiles allowed only as an aid in ice fishing. Williams Fork Res. - Grand County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. Williams Fork River - Grand County From Williams Fork Dam to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Res. - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Windsor Res. - Weld County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA - Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles W on Hwy 40. SWA on Hwy 125. 100 acres. FACILITIES: picnic tables, toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited beyond parking area. b. Fishing, discharging firearms, camping, fires, hunting, trapping prohibited. c. Closed outside viewing area. d. Closed sunset to sunrise. e. Habitat stamp not required. 77 �Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WOODS LAKE SWA - San Miguel County From Telluride, go 13 miles W on Hwy 145 to USFS Rd 618 in Fall Ck; then 9 miles S. 160 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boats prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WRAY SFU - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy 34 to CR FF; then 2 miles N. 355 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hunting, dogs prohibited. b. Closed E of CR FF. Wright Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. WUANITA WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA - Gunnison County a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except if inside a vehicle. c. Trash must be packed out. Yampa River - Routt County From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck excluding Catamount Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Walton Ck downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From James Brown bridge to Hwy 394 bridge near Craig: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From headwaters of Yampa River to Green River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a. Camping, fires prohibited. Youngs Creek Res. #1, #2 and #3 - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. 78 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife’s Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length. That way fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive matching lapel pins. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216, or our Web site. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ........................Length (inches) Species ..............................Length Rainbow trout ........................24 Brook trout..............................16 Golden trout............................16 Splake......................................20 Kokanee ..................................20 Northern pike..........................36 Walleye ..................................26 Yellow perch ..........................12 Smallmouth bass ....................17 White bass ..............................17 Crappie....................................15 Blue catfish ............................30 Common carp ........................30 Brown trout ..................................22 Cutthroat trout ..............................20 Lake trout ......................................32 Arctic char ....................................18 Grayling ........................................15 Tiger muskie..................................40 Saugeye ........................................26 Largemouth bass ..........................18 Wiper ............................................28 Bluegill ..........................................10 Channel catfish..............................30 Black bullhead ..............................14 Grass carp......................................30 HOW TO MEASURE YOUR FISH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass illustrated above to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down as seen in the lake trout. 79 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Adams County Lowell Ponds Whitehorse Alamosa County Higel Playa Blanca San Luis Lakes Archuleta County Devil Creek Echo Canyon Res. Baca County Burchfield Turk’s Pond Two Buttes Res. (also Prowers Cty.) Bent County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Kiowa Cty.) Horse Creek Res. (also Otero Cty.) John Martin Res. Las Animas SFU Purgatoire River Setchfield Boulder County Gross Res. Chaffee County Arkansas River/Salida Big Bend Chalk Cliffs SFU Clear Creek Res. Franz Lake Granite Harmon Heckendorf Johnson Village Love Meadow Mount Ouray SFU Mount Shavano SFU Sands Lake Clear Creek County Bergen Peak (also Jefferson Cty.) Mount Evans Conejos County Conejos River Hot Creek La Jara Res. La Jara Sego Springs Terrace Res. Trujillo Meadows Costilla County Mountain Home Res. Sanchez Res. Smith Res. Crowley County Olney Springs Res. Ordway Res. Custer County De Weese Res. Middle Taylor Creek 80 Delta County Crawford Escalante (also Mesa, Montrose Ctys.) McCluskey Roeber Dolores County Coal Bed Canyon Fish Creek Groundhog Res. Jim Olterman/Lone Cone Lone Dome (also Montezuma Cty.) Douglas County Chatfield SFU Columbine Sharptail Ridge Eagle County Basalt (also Pitkin Cty.) Eagle River Gypsum Ponds Radium - (also Grand, Routt Ctys.) Vail Deer Underpass El Paso County Ramah Res. Fremont County Beaver Creek Brush Hollow Treat/Ogden Garfield County Crystal River SFU Fravert Reservoir Garfield Creek Glenwood Springs SFU Parachute Ponds Piceance (also Rio Blanco Cty.) Rifle Falls SFU Roaring Fork West Bank West Rifle Creek Gilpin County Ralston Creek (also Jefferson Cty.) Grand County Hot Sulphur Springs Junction Butte Kemp-Breeze Radium (also Eagle, Routt Ctys.) Red Mountain Windy Gap Watchable Wildlife Area Gunnison County Almont Triangle Beaver Lake Beaver Res. Cabin Creek Centennial Cimarron (also Montrose Cty.) Dutch Gulch Gunnison Gunnison River (Van Tuyl & Redden) Lake Irwin Leaps Gulch �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Pitkin SFU Roaring Judy SFU Sapinero Spring Creek Res. Taylor River Viking Valley (also Saguache Cty.) Wuanita Watchable Wildlife Area Hinsdale County Brown Lakes Lake Fork of the Gunnison River Mason Family Rito Hondo Res. Road Canyon Res. Williams Creek Res. Huerfano County Huerfano Wahatoya Jackson County Brownlee Cowdrey Lake Delaney Butte Lakes Diamond J Irvine Lake John Manville Murphy Odd Fellows Owl Mountain Richard Seymour Lake Verner Walden Res. Jefferson County Bergen Peak (also Clear Creek Cty.) Ralston Creek (also Gilpin Cty.) Ward Road Pond Kiowa County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Bent Cty.) Queens Kit Carson County Flagler Res. La Plata County Bodo Durango SFU Haviland Lake Pastorius Res. Perins Peak Lake County Hallenback Ranch Larimer County Bellaire Lake Bellvue SFU Big Thompson Ponds Bliss Boedecker Res. Cherokee Dixon Lake Douglas Res. Dowdy Lake Forks Frank (also Weld Cty.) Hohnholz Lakes Lon Hagler Lone Tree Res. Narrows North Fork Parvin Lake Poudre River SFU Poudre River Simpson Ponds Storm Mountain Access Road Twin Sisters Watson Lake SFU Watson Lake Wellington Res. #4 & Smith Lake Wellington - (also Weld Cty.) West Lake Las Animas County Apishapa Bosque del Oso James M. John Lake Dorothey North Lake Spanish Peaks Lincoln County Hugo Karval Res. Kinney Lake Logan County Atwood Bravo Duck Creek Dune Ridge Jumbo Res. (also Sedgwick Cty.) Knudson Messex (also Washington Cty.) North Sterling Res. Overland Trail Prewitt Res. (also Washington Cty.) Red Lion Tamarack Ranch Mesa County Escalante (also Delta, Montrose Ctys.) Horsethief Canyon Jerry Creek Res. Loma Boat Launch Mogensen Ponds Orchard Mesa Plateau Creek Tilman Bishop Walker West Lake Mineral County Alberta Park Res. Big Meadows Res. 81 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Coller (also Rio Grande Cty.) Creede Moffat County Bitter Brush Browns Park Elkhead Lake (also Routt Cty.) Little Snake Montezuma County Dolores River Joe Moore Res. Lone Dome (also Dolores Cty.) Narraguinnep Res. Puett Res. Summit Res. Totten Res. Montrose County Billy Creek (also Ouray Cty.). Chipeta Lake Cimarron (also Gunnison Cty.) Escalante (also Delta, Mesa Ctys.) Morgan County Brush Prairie Ponds Brush Cottonwood Elliott Jackson Lake Jean K. Tool Otero County Holbrook Res. Horse Creek Res. (also Bent Cty.) Melon Valley Rocky Ford Timpas Creek Ouray County Billy Creek (also Montrose Cty.) Park County Alma Badger Basin James Mark Jones Knight-Imler 63 Ranch Spinney Mountain Tarryall Res. Teter Tomahawk Phillips County Frenchman Creek Holyoke Pitkin County Basalt (also Eagle Cty.) Coke Oven Prowers County Arkansas River Deadman Granada Holly Mike Higbee Red Dog Thurston Res. Two Buttes Res. (also Baca Cty.) Pueblo County Lake Beckwith Pueblo Res. Pueblo SFU Runyon/Fountain Lakes Rio Blanco County Jensen Meeker Pasture Oak Ridge Piceance (also Garfield Cty.) Rio Blanco Lake Rio Grande County Beaver Creek Res. Coller (also Mineral Cty.) Home Lake Rio Grande Routt County Adams Christina Chuck Lewis Elkhead Lake (also Moffat Cty.) Emerald Mountain Finger Rock SFU Indian Run When you leave a body of water: *Remove visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transporting. *Drain water from equipment (boat, motor, trailer, live wells) before transporting. *Clean, dry things in contact with water (equipment, clothes, dogs). *Never release plants, fish or animals into a water unless they came from there. 82 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Mount Werner Radium (also Eagle, Grand Ctys.) Rock Creek Service Creek Steamboat Springs Yampa River Saguache County Cochetopa Dome Lakes Russell Lakes Viking Valley (also Gunnison Cty.) San Juan County Andrews Lake San Miguel County Dan Noble Dry Creek Basin San Miguel Woods Lake Sedgwick County Julesburg Jumbo Res. (also Logan Cty.) Pony Express Sand Draw Sedgwick Bar Summit County Blue River Teller County Dome Rock Pikes Peak Rosemont Res. Skaguay Res. Washington County Messex (also Logan Cty.) Prewitt Res. (also Logan Cty.) Weld County Banner Lakes Brower Centennial Valley Frank (also Larimer Cty.) Kodak Watchable Mitani-Tokuyasu Nakagawa Seeley Res. Webster Wellington (also Larimer Cty.) Yuma County Sandsage Simmons South Republican Stalker Lake Wray SFU OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW’s law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-877-COLOOGT toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 83 �Map of S. Platte, N. Republican, Arkansas and South Republican river drainages RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on hunting information (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope, Bear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7529 Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7533 Small Game, Upland Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7546 Turkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7547 Waterfowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7548 Hunter Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7528 84 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Native) Trout - Cutthroat have a crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cutthroat trout is Colorado’s official state fish. Mountain Whitefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout’s, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles. Bluegill - Opercle (ear flap) is dark to its edge and a dark blotch at the back of dorsal fin rays. Small mouth. Rainbow Trout - Identifying marks are black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout - Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body. Kokanee Salmon - At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and turn brick red. Smallmouth Bass - Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) - Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body. Veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. Wiper - Hybrid between white bass and striped bass. Artwork by Joseph R. Tomelleri 85 �� https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/13acbf12aaeaa6262d01b6fcfe78dca0.pdf 98f684012ecb6f9a26096f04cef3d23d PDF Text Text 2007 Colorado Fishing Fishing Regulations & Property Directory �TABLE OF CONTENTS Fishing Season Dates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 License Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 License Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Residency Qualifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Habitat Stamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Legal Methods of Take. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Special Conditions and Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Chumming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Toxicants, Poisons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ice Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bait Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Threatened and Endangered Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Nongame Species. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Prohibited Species . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Fishing Contests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Releasing Tagged Fish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Illegal Transfer of Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Donating Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Transporting, Exporting Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Other Land Use Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DOW Property Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bag and Possession Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-78 List of SWAs by County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-83 Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees. Printed December 2006, 400,000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Cover photo by Dennis McKinney Editor: Brighid Kelly The Wildlife Commission sets fishing season regulations in Sept. Wildlife Commissioners (as of Sept. 2006): Jeffrey A. Crawford, chair; Tom Burke, vice chair; Claire O’Neal, secretary; Robert Bray, member; Brad Coors, member; Rick Enstrom, member; James McAnally, member; Richard Ray, member; Ken Torres, member; Russell George, ex-officio member; Don Ament, ex-officio member. The Colorado Division of Wildlife prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and public participation in its programs and services. For information or to register a complaint, contact the DOW. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. �DOW SERVICE CENTERS DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 Northeast Region Svc. Ctr. 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Svc. Ctr. 317 W. Prospect Road Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison, Box 128 Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 Northwest Region Svc. Ctr. 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Southwest Region Svc. Ctr. 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 81641 (970) 878-6090 Hot Sulphur Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Road 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weiss Drive Steamboat Spgs., 80477 (970) 870-2197 Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 4255 Sinton Road Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-5200 Pueblo Svc. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (719) 561-5300 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 2500 S. Main St. Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida, 81201 (719) 530-5520 Monte Vista Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road 1 E Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 HEALTH ADVISORY FOR EATING FISH The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued fish consumption advisories for some Colorado waters. The advisories provide information on specific fish species, and their class sizes, that may contain levels of contaminants posing human health risks. Fish consumption information is important for everyone, especially anglers who eat the fish they catch, as well as pregnant or nursing women and children. The advisories are posted at specific waters and can be found at www.cdphe.state.co.us (look under Environment A-Z, then go to F). Reports and supporting documents can be found at www.cdphe.state.co.us (look under Environment A-Z, go to Water Quality Control Division, then select Monitoring.) For more information, call the health department’s hotline (303) 692-3550. 1 �FISHING SEASON DATES Jan. 1- Dec. 31 Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise stated in this brochure. Free Fishing Days Residents and nonresidents can fish in Colorado without a license only the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. 2007 LICENSE FEES Residents Annual Fishing (16 and older) ......................................................................................$26 Combination Fishing & Small Game ............................................................................$41 Senior Annual Fishing (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) ..............................Free Nonresidents Annual Fishing ..............................................................................................................$56 Five-Day Fishing License ..............................................................................................$21 Residents and Nonresidents One-Day Fishing License ................................................................................................$9 Second Rod Stamp ..........................................................................................................$5 (Second rod stamp available to licensed residents, licensed nonresidents and youths under 16 years, licensed or unlicensed.) License costs include a 25-cent search and rescue fee, and 75-cent PEAC surcharge. Habitat Stamp required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. A fishing license is required for people 16 and older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans except as noted in this brochure. 2. Children under 16 don’t need a fishing license and can take a full bag and possession limit. 3. Colorado residents age 64 and older can obtain a free annual fishing license from a DOW office or license agent. 4. Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents age 64 or older. These licenses cost $3 and are valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any DOW office. 5. Seniors must carry either a lifetime low-income or free fishing license with them while fishing. 6. Anglers must comply with habitat stamp requirements. 7.You can use a second rod, handline or tip up if you buy a second rod stamp. You can buy only 1 second rod stamp per calendar year. (a) Youths under 16 who are not required to buy a fishing license still must have a signed second rod stamp. (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A second rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. 8. To collect fish, amphibians and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you need a commercial fishing license. Applications are available from DOW. Commercial licensees must submit annual report to DOW within 30 days of license expiration. 9. Licenses expire on the date printed on them. Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made in buying a license render it void. 10. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an application and paying a fee. 11. Wildlife violations have specific point values. People who accumulate 20 or more points in 5 years can have their license privileges suspended or revoked. 12. Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, max. 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. BUY YOUR LICENSE ONLINE Anglers can buy licenses via our website or by calling, 1-800-244-5613. Credit cards accepted for phone or internet purchases. DOW offices and license agents also sell licenses. 2 �RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the requirements to qualify as a Colorado resident to buy a hunting license: 1. You must have lived continuously in Colorado at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license, and must intend to make Colorado home (except #2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel and military personnel of U.S. allies on active duty in Colorado under permanent orders and their dependents. This includes people who were Colorado residents when they entered the armed services and maintain Colorado as their home of record, and their dependents (unless they change their home of record to another state.) Also included are personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service or diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. assigned to duty here on permanent active duty orders and their dependents. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending a Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before applying for or buying a license. This includes students who are temporarily absent from Colorado but still enrolled. Colorado residents who attend school full time out of state and pay nonresident tuition still qualify for a resident license. 4. Children under 18 have the same residency status as their parent, legal guardian or person with whom they live the majority of the time per court order. 5. If you have a home in Colorado and another state, call (303) 297-1192 to make sure you comply with Colorado residency requirements before obtaining a hunting or fishing license. 6. Except as in #2 and 3 above, your Colorado residency ends if you apply for, buy or accept hunting, fishing or trapping license as a resident of another state or country; register to vote outside Colorado; or get a driver’s license with an address in another state. HABITAT STAMP The Colorado Habitat Stamp is required of people ages 19-64 who buy a hunting or fishing license. With a license purchase, the stamp is $5 and required on each of the first 2 licenses bought in a calendar year. The stamp costs $10.25 (25-cent search and rescue fee) if purchased without a hunting or fishing license and is required of people 19-64 who use a state wildlife area. A lifetime stamp is $200. DISABLED LICENSES You can obtain applications for disabled licenses at DOW offices and send them to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216. Licenses valid only during Colorado residency. People eligible for free licenses: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent station in Colorado. 2. Resident patients at a VA hospital. 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or mental health institution under staff supervision. 4. Totally and permanently disabled Colorado residents per Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security documentation of permanent and total disability. If documents do not state “totally and permanently disabled,” you must provide documentation that Social Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; b. Or, a physician’s statement attesting to total and permanent physical or mental impairment that prevents gainful employment and is reasonably certain to continue throughout your life; c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. You must have served on active duty in the armed forces, honorably discharged and established to DOW a service-connected disability rated by the VA a min. 60% through disability retirement benefits or pension because of a public statute administered by the VA or military. You can get proof of disability by requesting an eligibility letter from the VA, 1-800-827-1000. Meeting these requirements qualifies you for a free, lifetime resident combination small game and fishing license. If born on or after Jan. 1, 1949, you must comply with hunter education requirements. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of or combination of natural or synthetic, nonedible, nonscented (regardless if scent is added during the manufacturing process or applied after) materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. BAIT: Hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. Devices with scents or 3 �smell attractants added or externally applied, regardless if added during manufacturing or after. Scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows, dough baits, stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish, or material fish may eat, in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn’t include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: Efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. FLOAT TUBE: Floating device suspending 1 person in water from the seat down, not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. GAME FISH: All species except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes, but not limited to, brown trout, cutthroat trout, golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid), brook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids), speckled dace, rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top and suckermouth minnows). GIG: Barbed fork with 1 or more tines attached to handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. MINNOW: Members of families classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except nongame, threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: One where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part of year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under control of someone nearby. COMMON HOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having common shank. Hooks attached to manufactured artificial lures are considered a common hook. SIZE OR LENGTH: Fish length with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net vertically in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with float on each end from which droplines are attached. WATER CONTACT ACTIVITIES: Swimming, wading (except when fishing), waterskiing, sailboarding, scuba diving and other water-related activities that put a person in contact with the water. LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE Methods not listed below are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks. 2. TROTLINES: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline allowed per license holder. (c) Must be anchored and marked at each end of line with floats, be max. 150 feet long and weighted to place line a min. 3 ft. under water. No more than 25 droplines. (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on common hook on each dropline. (e) Must be tagged with user’s name, CID number and date set. (f) Must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3. JUGS: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 10 allowed per license holder. A jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook. (c) Must be tagged with user’s name and CID number. (d) Must be checked at least hourly. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs allowed statewide for taking carp. East of Continental Divide, gizzard shad, white or longnose suckers can be taken unless prohibited in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other fish can be taken only when authorized in specific waters in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Underwater spearfishing of lake trout 4 �prohibited. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 ft. of float with National Divers’ Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached by safety line max. 10 ft. long. (c) Archery and gigs are allowed to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging is permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during times listed in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other fish species snagged must be returned to water immediately. 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or when authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” (b) Seines must be of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines cannot exceed 20 ft. long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by DOW for emergency salvage. (c) Hand-held dip nets are allowed for fish taken according to baiting restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots, are allowed only for taking crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT: Legal if used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISHING: Some waters may be restricted by local laws. Unless otherwise stated, waters open to ice fishing have these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Fires on ice must be enclosed. (c) No littering allowed on ice. (d) Portable ice shelters (where permitted) must be removed at end of day. (e) Permanent shelters (where permitted) must display owner or user name, address, telephone and CID number legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. Letters must be min. 2 inches high. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: (a) Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited E of Continental Divide above 7,000 feet, on Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties, and Watson Lake in Larimer County. Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited W of Continental Divide except Navajo Res. (b) The only species that can be taken and/or used for consumption or personal use as bait (alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are: minnows (except in “c” below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. It is illegal to take, have or take for private or commercial use as bait: mollusks; threatened or endangered species; or species listed as nongame in wildlife regulations. See 5 and 6 below for a list of these species. (c) The only species that can be taken for commercial use are: minnows (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited). See “Nongame Species.” (d) Taking bait fish is prohibited statewide in natural streams, springs and waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties and standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use, min. size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from tip of acumen (bony spike between eyes) to telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and traps must be labeled with licensee’s name, address 5 �and license number. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines, nets. (h) MOLLUSKS: New for 2007. Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use is prohibited. 5. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES: It is illegal to take or use these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, river shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. (a) Colorado Pikeminnow (squawfish): olive-green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend past its eye. Populations limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa. (b) Bonytails: large fins and streamlined body tapering in front of tail. Close to extinction in the wild, last sighted in Colorado River near Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. (c) Humpback Chubs: prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind the head, small eyes, thin section in front of tail and long snout. Largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National Monument. (d) Razorback Suckers: bony, keel-edged hump that rises on back just behind head. Limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. 6. NONGAME SPECIES: It is illegal to have or harvest bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, stoneroller, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. 7. PROHIBITED SPECIES: These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bighead carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mud snail. 8. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered without approval by the DOW if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Application and nonrefundable fee are required at least 60 days before contest. You must obtain written approval from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout are permitted only on waters with more than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. All regulations apply. Public fishing areas must stay open to free public fishing regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by DOW are exempt. 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 10. ILLEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone other than DOW or someone with an aquaculture license, stocking permit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish into Colorado waters. It is illegal to move fish between waters. Illicit stocking can have far-reaching effects on fish populations, including sport fish. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fish from predation and competition, and often harm native fish recovery. 11. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A“likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 12. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: Species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, transported within or exported from Colorado, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, the DOW can allow licensed anglers to take the fish by approved methods. 14. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH: Fish MUST be released alive immediately in same water where caught. Returning fish alive is not simple. Some ways can kill them. For the best chances of survival: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. 6 �(b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; don’t squeeze fish or put your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out. (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessary, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release in quiet water. (f) In catch-and-release waters, strongly consider barbless hooks. GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Federal and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, but not through hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by DOW is prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain State School Trust lands are open to public fishing under leases with the DOW. See State Trust Lands brochure. It is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by DOW without first obtaining permission from lessee. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license to fish in the park. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Snowmobile gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on frozen surface of Blue Mesa Res. MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations. Contact reservations for details. Southern Ute Indian Tribe P.O. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, (970) 563-0130. Ute Mountain Tribe Towaoc, CO 81334, (970) 565-3751. Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719) 333-3336. WHIRLING DISEASE, NEW ZEALAND MUD SNAIL ALERT Help prevent whirling disease and a new exotic species, New Zealand mud snails, from spreading in Colorado by following these guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots and fishing equipment before moving from one body of water to another. 2. Drain water from boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders on site, if possible. 3. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or byproducts in any body of water or sink. 4. Wash or soak waders and boots in water hotter than 130 degrees F or in a 50 percent solution of 409 antibacterial degreaser for at least 10-15 minutes before fishing in another body of water. 5. See our website for more information about aquatic invasive species. 7 �DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on lands, waters, frozen surfaces of waters, rights-of-way, buildings or devices under DOW control. See “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties” for regulations on specific properties. 1. To enter, use or occupy an area when posted against entry, use or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy an area for commercial purposes or to do land, water, oil, gas or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph if not posted. 5. To leave camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or trailer unattended more than 48 hours, to camp or to park travel trailers or campers on SWAs more than 14 days in 45-day period. 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds, tree stands and steps can be erected on SWAs. No nails can be driven into trees. Man-made materials for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the season when they are used ends. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device, fence, gate, sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or objects of archaeological, geological or historical value. 8. To litter, leave fish, entrails, human waste, waste water, containers or toxic substances; to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to an area for disposal; or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. 9. To build fires without preventing it from spreading; to leave fires unattended. 10. To graze livestock. Horses, mules, llamas, burros may be used in wildlife activities. 11. To have or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal substances. 12. To allow dogs, cats or domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while hunting, while training hunting dogs or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, anchored, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or docks in conflict with boaters or as posted. 16. To snorkel, scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mask, swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exception is where swimming is permitted, when location is identified by a “divers down flag” and when scuba diver has valid S.C.U.B.A. certificate from recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization. 17. To engage in illegal activities. 18. To use air or gas-inflated floating devices for transportation on or across surface of the water unless the device has multi-compartments and a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartment air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swimming areas. 19. To promote, sponsor, conduct or participate in boat regattas, paintball shooting, questing or non-wildlife oriented activities. 20. To land aircraft. 21. To leave decoys or anything used as decoys in the field or on water overnight. 22. To swim except in designated waters or authorized water contact activities. 23. To discharge a firearm or bow in parking, camping or picnic areas. 24. To fish in fish rearing ponds or raceways on DOW hatchery properties. 25. To conduct field trials or group dog training without a field trial license. 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. Certified materials must be clearly marked by certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt. Also exempt is hay produced on State Trust Lands leased from DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap unless done according to statutes and regulations. 28. To enter an SWA without a habitat stamp. Non-hunting mentors accompanying youth hunters are not required to have a habitat stamp. 29. To use internet or other computer-assisted remote while fishing. Anglers must be physically in the immediate vicinity while fishing. 30. It is illegal to hunt or fish on private land without permission from landowner or person in charge. 8 �BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific species are listed in the chart on next page. Some species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. Some species also are illegal to take or are restricted. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on chart. Check “Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties.” If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, statewide limits apply. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit. When taken by underwater spearfishing, the daily bag and possession limit for fish with established limits is 2. DAILY BAG LIMIT - Max. number of fish you can take in a day regardless of what you do with them that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed at any time, including in the field, while transporting, at home or other place of storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. Anglers are encouraged to use barbless hooks to help released fish survive. CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation waters are protected throughout the state. In those waters, fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. These restrictions are designed to accommodate the growing number of cutthroat streams and lakes included in conservation and recovery actions. ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT Zebra mussels are exotics that are spreading across the U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra mussels haven’t been found in Colorado but are transported on boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully, and wash them with hot water before entering Colorado. Also, clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between waters in Colorado. Empty and clean livewells. 9 �STATEWIDE BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (except kokanee) In aggregate*......................................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches or less statewide .......................................................10 KOKANEE •Angling, snagging statewide.................................................10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................5 •Arkansas River drainage, in aggregate*,..............................10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ........................................................5 WHITE BASS, WIPER, STRIPED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* .......................................................10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate*.........................................................................20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD and BLUE CATFISH •Statewide, in aggregate* .......................................................10 WHITE and BLACK CRAPPIE •Statewide, in aggregate* .......................................................20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED •Statewide in aggregate* ........................................................20 YELLOW PERCH •W of Continental Divide ................................................Unlimited •E of Continental Divide ........................................................20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide ...............................1 fish, 36 inches or longer NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD .........Unlimited SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN •W of Continental Divide, in aggregate*...............................20 •E of Continental Divide..................................................Unlimited BULLFROGS ..................................................................Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) ...........................................Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less than 5 inches long *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. To locate the Arkansas and Republican drainages, see map on page 84 or our website. 10 �ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES These waters and DOW properties have more restrictive regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wildlife areas (SWA) and state fish units (SFU). Access for people with disabilities varies at SWAs. Contact DOW offices about accessible facilities and programs. Abbreviations used: KS: Kansas Neb: Nebraska NM: New Mexico OK: Oklahoma UT: Utah WY: Wyoming Colo: Colorado Highway Hwy: U.S.Highway CO: County CR: County Road Ck: Creek Div: Divide Dr: Drive Fk: Fork Pk:Peak Res: Reservoir Rd: Road N: North S: South E: East W: West NF: National Forest USFS: U.S.Forest Service CG: Campground SWA: State wildlife area M: Middle Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) - Adams County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go E on Hwy40; turn S on Hwy131. At CR14, go S. SWA 1/2 mile N of Stagecoach State Park. HUNTING: elk, deer, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-July 1. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as aid in hunting upland birds. d. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent, Kiowa counties From Las Animas, go 15 miles N on CR10. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. e. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except fishing. f. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Agnes Lakes (Upper, Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Akron City Lake - Washington County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 18 miles W on Hwy160 to Wolf Ck Ski Area; drive through parking lot. Continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd 391. 240 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 11 �FACILITIES: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA - Park County From Alma, go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy9 to CR4; then 1/4 mile NW. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest rooms, campsites. ALMONT TRIANGLE SWA - Gunnison County From Almont, go 3 miles N on Hwy135. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 20-March 31. American Lakes (Snow Lake, Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ANDREWS LAKE SWA - San Juan County From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy550 to access road; then 1/2 mile E. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River - La Plata County From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing Bridge, GOLD MEDAL WATER. Antelope Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Antero Reservoir - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles SW on Hwy24. 2,200 acres. NOTE: Closed until filled and fishery reestablished. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4; only 1 can be over 16 inches long. Apache Creeks, N & S - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. APISHAPA SWA - Las Animas County From Walsenburg, go 18 1/2 miles NE on Hwy10 to property sign; turn SE and go 20 miles past Mica Butte. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapaho Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS Rd 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont, Lake counties From Hwy 24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 1 under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR102) below Salida, 7 1/2 miles downstream to Badger Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. 12 �Arkansas River, M Fork of S Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters to Boss Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go 4 miles E on Hwy50 to CR39. Go 3/4 mile S across canal; then 1/2 mile W. 98 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee County From Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy285; 1/8 mile E on CR165. Parking at W end. From Salida, NW on Hwy291 for 3 1/2 miles. Go 3/4 mile S on CR150; 1/2 mile SW on CR166 to N bank of Arkansas River. Parking E side of road. 27 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (Note: fishing access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs.) ATWOOD SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy6 to CR29.5; then 1/2 mile S. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Augustora Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora Reservoir - Arapahoe County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this res. BADGER BASIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel go E and W along Hwy24; directly N of Hartsel; and N and S along Hwy9. 22 miles of fishing access. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special fishing regulations apply. See S Platte River and M Fork and S Fork of S Platte River. b. Hunting, camping, fires prohibited. c. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. d. Open only from designated parking areas. Closed beyond fenced and posted easement. BANNER LAKES SWA - Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles E on Hwy52. 934 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from opening of first regular duck season to last day of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and float tubes. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. e. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and April only. No more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of group training events not limited. f. Closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting during this period. Reservations by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. To cancel, call the same number or 13 �you may forfeit reservation rights. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes reservation must be licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. First hunting date available for reservation; Sept. 25; last date: Nov. 8. g. Closed N of Hwy52 April 1-July 15. h. Dog training permitted north of Hwy52 during Feb., March, July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S of Hwy52, Feb. 1-Aug. 31 only. i. Foot access only. Bard Creek - Clear Creek County From headwaters to W fork of Clear Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Barker Reservoir - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. Barr Lake - Adams County From Denver, go NE on I-76 to Bromley Ln; then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd; go 1/2 mile. HUNTING: waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewing, interpretive program, picnicking, hiking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterfowl hunting only, restricted to Sat. and Wed. b. Hunting from designated blinds only. Max. of 3 hunters per blind. Unreserved blinds will be first come, first served after 5 a.m. each day. Reserved blinds unoccupied by 7 a.m. are first come, first served. Mandatory check in. For reservations call 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. First date available for reservation: Oct. 2. Last date : Feb. 13, 2007. To cancel, call the same number or you may forfeit reservation rights. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. BASALT SWA - Eagle, Pitkin counties (Basalt, Christine, Toner, Peachblow, 7 Castles, Schuck) TONER UNIT: From Basalt, go 3.2 miles E on USFS Rd 105 (Fryingpan Rd) to signs; then N. 2,577 acres. CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 1/2 mile W on Two Rivers Rd (old Hwy82) to Homestead Drive; then go N to access road. 2,230 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range. RESTRICTIONS: a. Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating, water activities prohibited on Lake Christine. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d. Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and 3 days after the seasons. e. Closed Dec. 1-April 15 except on Lake Christine and rifle ranges. f. Fires, mountain bikes prohibited. g. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. h. Dogs prohibited except as in “g.” Bear Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to High Drive. Bear Creek - Jefferson County From base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Ck Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma County From headwaters to Dolores River: 14 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek Res. - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA - Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles E on Hwy50 to Hwy67; then 9 miles N to CR132. Or: From Skaguay Dam, downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Ck. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 miles SW on Hwy160 to USFS Rd 360 (Beaver Ck Rd); then 6 miles S. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble) - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile E on CR3. 41 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except for float tubes or hand-propelled craft. b. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Vehicles prohibited on dam. BEAVER RESERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) - Gunnison County From Paonia, go E on 0-50. Go to USFS Rd 710. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA - Larimer County a. Boating prohibited except for float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU - Larimer County N of Ft. Collins on Hwy287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on CR28. 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting, dogs prohibited. BERGEN PEAK SWA - Clear Creek, Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 4 miles N on Hwy74 to Hwy103; then 5.9 miles W to Stinton Rd. Go 2.2 miles E. HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access by foot or horseback only. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 15 �BIG BEND SWA - Chaffee County From Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery, NW about 6 miles along Arkansas River. Access from Mt. Shavano NW on CRs160, 163 & 166. Access from N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy285, 1/8 mile E on CR165. a. Arkansas River fishing access only. Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 can be more than 26 inches long. BIG MEADOWS RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 11 miles W on Hwyl60 to USFS Rd 4l0; then 2 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. BIG THOMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 5 miles E on Hwy402 to I-25 Frontage Rd; then 3/4 mile N to interstate underpass. Go left through underpass; then 1/4 mile N. 51 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for float tubes used while fishing. c. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or with night hunting permit. Big Thompson River - Larimer County From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BILLY CREEK SWA - Montrose, Ouray counties BILLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy550 to Ouray CR2, then turn left. Road also leads to Nicoll and Porter tracts. COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy550 to Government Springs Rd. Continue on Horsefly Rd to signed access road. CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy550 to Ouray CR8, turn left on lower road. Go through ranch yard; then go 1 1/4 miles on main road to access road. BECKETT TRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles S on Hwy550 to Ouray CR4; turn left. Go 1/2 mile. 5,498 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona tract. b. Closed Jan. 1-April 30. BITTER BRUSH SWA - Moffat County a. Closed Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Vehicles allowed only on CRs59 and 143. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Blacktail Conservation Easement - Routt County. 610 acres. a. Closed Dec. 1-May 31. b. Foot or horseback only June 1-Nov. 30. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) - Alamosa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. BLISS SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy287 to Hwy14; then 41 miles W. 352 acres. 16 �HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boat launchings, takeouts prohibited. Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Coal Ck inlet at Blue Mesa Res, fishing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upstream 1 mile, Jan. 1-June 30. d. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties From N inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, except Dillon Res and Green Mountain Res upstream to first Colo9 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. From N inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res: a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Jan. 31. From Dillon Dam downstream to N city limits of Silverthorne: a. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From N city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Colorado River, except Green Mountain Res: a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Green Mountain Res upstream to first Hwy9 bridge over Blue River: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. BLUE RIVER SWA - Summit County BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on Hwy9. 82 acres. EAGLE’S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles N on Hwy9. 29 acres. SUTTON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles N on Hwy9. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows, firewood cutting prohibited. b. Vehicle parking overnight prohibited. c. Habitat stamp not required to enter SWA parking lot east of Hwy9. Bobtail Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BODO SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 1 mile S on Hwy160/550 to CR211; then 1/4 mile W to E boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, band-tailed pigeon, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. BOEDECKER RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 2 miles W on First St to CR2l; then l/2 mile S. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. 1 to end of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or with night hunting permit. Bonny Reservoir - Yuma County (See S Republican SWA) a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 17 �b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. BOSQUE DEL OSO SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, take exit 14A off I-25. Go W on Hwy12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property S of Hwy 30,000 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game, mtn. lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-March 31, except licensed big game hunters and one non-hunting companion. b. Campfires prohibited except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except while hunting. d. Camping prohibited outside designated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. e. Parking allowed only in designated areas. f. Unattended food or garbage only allowed in bear-resistant manners. g. Fishing prohibited on S. Fork of Purgatoire River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. h. Artificial flies and lure only on S and M forks of Purgatoire River in SWA. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. i. Snowmobiles, motorized vehicles, ATVs and bicycles on established roads or trails may be prohibited to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures posted. Boss Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County From upper end of Ebin Fine Park to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Reservoir - Boulder County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. BRAVO SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy6 to CR370; then 1.7 miles NE. 1,082 acres. As of press time, the DOW was working on a lease to add land to this state wildlife area. NOTE: The Scavia parcel will offer limited hunting by reservation. For more information, see our website. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. BROWER SWA - Weld County From Evans, go 1 mile E on 37th St. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting Sept. 1-Feb. 28. c. Closed March 1-Aug. 31. d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. 18 �BROWN LAKES SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles W on Hwy149 to USFS Rd 515 (Hermit Lakes Rd). Go 1 1/2 miles W. 520 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. FACILITIES: restroom, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. BROWNLEE SWA - Jackson County North Platte River - From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then 5.1 miles NW to CR18; then 1/2 mile W. 1.14 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See N Platte River. BROWNS PARK SWA - Moffat County COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy318 to CR10; then 17 miles N to CR72; then 9 miles W to fork. Take left fork 4 miles. WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy318 to CR10; then 17 miles N to CR72; then 15 miles W. BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy318. Unit N of Hwy318. 2,226 acres, all units. HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Calloway Unit closed in posted area. BRUSH SWA - Morgan County From Brush, go 2 1/2 miles N on Hwy71 to CR28; then 1 mile N. 588 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Chartier Pond, min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. e. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. g. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Brush Creek - Eagle County From Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA - Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles W on CR123; then 2 miles N. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA - Morgan County From Brush go S on Clayton St to check station; then S 2.25 miles to parking area. 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, rabbit, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. From Feb. 1 until opening day of first waterfowl season, open only for wildlife viewing. 19 �c. From opening day of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30, property open only Sat., Sun., Wed. and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, and only for migratory bird hunting during waterfowl seasons. Reservations required. d. From Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, only hunting allowed. Phone reservations available only on Dec. 1. From Dec. 2 through Jan. 31, users regulated by mandatory check station, and no reservations are required during this time. e. Hunters must use designated ponds. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-8469453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out at Brush Memorial Park. f. During waterfowl seasons, hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property is open for hunting the next day. Bull Basin Reservoir #1 - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2, 16 inches or longer. Bull Creek Reservoirs #1, #2 & Connecting Channels - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BURCHFIELD SWA - Baca County From Walsh, go 11 miles E on CRDD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Button Rock Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N on Hwy135 to CR10. Go E on paved road to where USFS Rd 743 begins. Go 8 miles to USFS Rd 604. Turn right and go 3/4 mile. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 1-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream to N side of I-70 Bridge: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Carnero Creek, N, M, S - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County a. Snagging for kokanee is permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Daily bag limit for walleye is 1, 16-20 inches long. Possession limit for walleye is 2. All walleye less than 16 inches long or more than 20 inches long must be returned to water immediately. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this lake. d. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including N and S forks - Rio Grande County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cataract Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 20 �CENTENNIAL SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles W. SWA N of Hwy50. a. Closed Dec. 1-June 30. b. Motor vehicles restricted as posted. c. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA - Weld County a. Camping, dogs (except for hunting), dog training, fires, target practice, recreational horse use prohibited. b. During regular waterfowl seasons, small game, waterfowl hunting in designated hunt zones. c. Hunting with centerfire rifles prohibited. d. Closed during regular waterfowl seasons, except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. e. Closed March 1-Aug. 31, except on designated trail for wildlife viewing and hunters with spring turkey licenses. f. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. g. Parking only in designated areas. No motor vehicles outside parking areas. h. During regular waterfowl seasons, waterfowl and small game hunting by reservations only. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. CHALK CLIFFS SFU - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W 2.5 miles on CR162; then N 1/8 mile on CR287. 61 acres. RECREATION: limited public use and tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. Chartier Pond - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Chatfield Reservoir - Jefferson, Douglas counties a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. CHATFIELD SFU - Douglas County Go S on Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave, turn W on Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res; turn left. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. Cheesman Reservoir- Douglas, Jefferson Counties NOTE: Closed due to Hayman fire until further notice. a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. b. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. d. Ice fishing prohibited. e. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine, Rabbit Creek units) - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Closed Sept. 1-May 1 except for hunting and fishing. c. Hunting and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. d. Horseback, bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, except horses used to hunt big game. Cherry Creek Reservoir- Arapahoe County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. 21 �b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. Cheyenne Creek, N - Teller, El Paso counties a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Gold Camp Rd. Chinns Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. CHIPETA LAKE SWA - Montrose County From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy550 to Chipeta Dr; then 1/2 mile N. 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater and coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise. d. Float tubes or hand-propelled watercraft only. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk River fishing easement) - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles N on CR129 (Elk River Rd.) FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. CHUCK LEWIS SWA - Routt County From Hwy 40, go S on Hwy131 to CR14F. Take 14F W to CR14. Go N to parking area. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Camping, fires, bicycles prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except in hunting waterfowl or dogs aiding the disabled. e. Big game, small game hunting prohibited. f. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on CR14F. g. Horses prohibited outside parking area. h. Float tubes prohibited, except those designed exclusively for fishing. Cimarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. CIMARRON SWA - Gunnison, Montrose counties From Montrose, go 23 miles E on Hwy50 to Little Cimarron Rd; then 2 miles S to access road; then 1 1/2 miles SW. 6,161 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Parking in established parking areas only. Clear Creek - La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds - Adams County a. Fishing prohibited except youths in DOW angler education activities. Clear Creek Reservoir - Chaffee County a. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 from gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res) downstream to Clear Ck Res. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 13 miles N on Hwy24 to CR390; then 1/2 mile W. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. 22 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping (except in established camping areas on W end of SWA), fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy24. c. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 upstream to gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res). Clear Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Clinton Reservoir - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles E on Hwy50 to Hwy114; then 20 miles S to Cochetopa Ck. HUNTING: dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. c. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA - Pitkin County From Basalt, go 30 miles E on USFS Rd 105 (Fryingpan River Rd). 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. COLLER SWA - Mineral, Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 1/2 miles W on Hwy149. 579 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, snowmobiles, overnight parking prohibited. Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand, Mesa counties From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy 40 bridge: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy40 bridge) to Troublesome Ck (5 miles E of Kremmling): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Troublesome Ck to Rifle Ck in Rifle: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From the I-70 exit 90 bridge at Rifle to Utah: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (N Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res dam spillway to Granby Res, incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting after Nov. 13. Colorado Springs Water Supply Reservoirs #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Fishing prohibited, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downstream for 1/2 mile on city of Colorado Springs property. COLUMBINE SWA - Douglas County a. Hunting, fishing, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Riparian areas closed to protect Preble’s meadow jumping mouse as posted. c. Habitat stamp not required. 23 �Como Creek - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to N Boulder Ck. CONEJOS COUNTY PONDS SWA - Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles E on Hwy136. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. Conejos River - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade CG: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County From headwaters, including Big Lake, to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CONEJOS RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Conejos County From Antonito, go 15 miles W on Hwy17 to Conejos Ranch. Fishing easements intermittent for next 16 miles and are signed. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. Connected Lake - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Sheep Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. COTTONWOOD SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles E on CRW.7. 884 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except with night-hunting permit. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. COWDREY LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Cowdrey, go 2 miles S on Hwyl25. Or, from Walden, go 7 1/2 miles N on Hwy125. Entrance W of road. 280 acres of land; 80 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. 24 �b. Sailboards prohibited. Crawford Reservoir - Delta County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to N boundary fence, fishing in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CRAWFORD SWA - Delta County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. CREEDE SWA - Mineral County From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy149 to undesignated rd; then 1/2 mile S to Rio Grande. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garfield County 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing equipment, waders, hunting, camping, dogs prohibited. Culebra Creek - Costilla County From Hwy159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. Cunningham Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Daigre Lake - Huerfano County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. DAN NOBLE SWA - San Miguel County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles E on Hwy145 to USFS Rd 610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd); then 17 miles S. 2,223 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, shelters, well with potable water. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Miramonte Res Tract: 1. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. 2. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting waterfowl. 3. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 a.m. 4. Waterskiing, jetskiing prohibited except in designated areas. b. On Greager Tract: 1. Closed March 1-May 15 except with permit from area or district wildlife mgr. for viewing purposes. 2. Viewing site limited to designated area. 3. Viewers must follow all restrictions and conditions on permit. 4. Snowmobiles, camping prohibited. 5. Foot or horseback only. DEADMAN SWA - Prowers County From Granada, go N on Hwy385, 2.5 miles to CRJJ; then 2.5 miles E on CRJJ to CR27. Turn S on CR27; go 1/2 mile to parking area. 503 acres. HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. 25 �Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES SWA (N, S, E) - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then go 5.3 miles W to CR18. Go 4.5 miles W on to CR5; then 1/2 mile N. 2,620 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d. Artificial flies and lures only. e. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. f. Rainbows and cutthroats 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. g. N Delaney Butte Lake - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. h. S Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEVIL CREEK SWA - Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles W on Hwy160 to USFS Rd 627; then 2 miles N. 561 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. DE WEESE RESERVOIR SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy69 for 5 miles, turn N on Copper Gulch Rd to access rd. 780 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: OHV use prohibited. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) - Jackson County From Walden, go N on Hwy125. Parking areas are 1, 2 and 4 miles N of Walden. 3,129 acres of land; 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: city-owned camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Michigan River. b. Hunting prohibited E of Hwy125. DIXON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From I-25 at Prospect St exit near Ft. Collins, go 7.1 miles W on Prospect St to Overland Trail; then .7 miles S to CR42C. Go W .9 miles. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only. c. Hunting prohibited. Dolores River - Dolores, Montezuma counties From W Fork Dolores River downstream to standing water line of McPhee Res.: a. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15-Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: 26 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. DOLORES RIVER SWA - Montezuma County From Dolores, go 5 miles NE on Hwy145. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds. DOME LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles E on Hwy50 to Hwy114; then 22 miles SE. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited except on CRs NN14 and 15GG. b. Camping permitted during waterfowl seasons in designated safety zones only. c. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in designated safety zones. d. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid or on leash. e. Closed except by foot or horseback from established parking areas. f. Parking only in designated areas. DOME ROCK SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy67 to Rainbow Valley; then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Horseback, pack animals allowed only on designated roads and trails except if used as a big game hunting aid. c. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 on Spring Ck and Dome View trails, and Dome Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge. d. Foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mueller State Park. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Wellington exit on I-25, go 5.5 miles W, S and W on Hwy1 to CR15; 1 mile N on CR15 to CR60; then 1/4 miles W to LaVina Dr. N on LaVina Dr to lake. From Ft. Collins at Hwys.287 and 1, take Hwy1 N for 4 miles to Waverly cutoff (CR15). Go N on CR15 to CR60. Then 1/4 miles W to LaVina Dr go N. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, fires, camping, discharging firearms or bows, sailboards, sailboats, ice skating, ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise, . DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USFS access rd. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. DRY CREEK BASIN SWA - San Miguel County From Naturita, go 17 miles S on Hwy141. Hwy141 goes SW through property. 27 �HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA - Logan County From Crook, go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy55. 1,121 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. DUNE RIDGE SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy6 to CR370; then 5 miles SW. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. DURANGO SFU - La Plata County In Durango, next to Animas River. 14 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: visitors center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. DUTCH GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 5.3 miles E; then 7.3 miles S on CR42, which becomes BLM Rd307. a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles allowed only on improved road. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting or on leash. d. Closed March 1-June 15. e. Foot or horseback only from designated parking areas. f. Parking only in designated areas. Eagle River - Eagle County From confluence of E Fork and S Fork downstream to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. EAGLE RIVER SWA (Fishing Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile E on Hwy6; then go 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. c. Open only in designated areas as posted to protect private property. East Pass Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. East River - Gunnison County From upstream boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to Taylor River: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2 under 12 inches long. 28 �c. Taking kokanee prohibited. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU boundary: a. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR SWA - Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles S on Hwy84. 211 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Elevenmile Reservoir - Park County a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 can be over 16 inches long. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ELKHEAD LAKE SWA - Moffat, Routt counties a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake N of bouy line or within 100 yds. of boat ramp. b. Camping prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. d. Closed within 50 feet of spillway. Elkhead Reservoir - Moffat, Routt counties Managed by State Parks. See State Parks for regulations. a. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. c. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. ELLIOTT SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on CRW.7. 2,576 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds on Union Tract. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. e. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. f. West Elliott: Closed in 80-acre part N of S. Platte River, S of Rd W7 and E of railroad. UNION TRACT: 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at check station. 2. Closed except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. 3. Waterfowl hunting permitted first come, first served, limited to 2 blinds from beginning of teal season through end of first waterfowl season. 4. Blind reservations by lottery. See waterfowl brochure for information. NORTH TRACT: 1. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. 2. From Aug. 1 through March 31, hunting allowed only Sat., Sun., Wed., Labor Day, Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther 29 �King Day, Presidents’ Day. 3. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. QUINT TRACT: 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big, Little) - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited in Lake Ck inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan. 1-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County a. Closed Dec. 1-June 30. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Foot or horseback only. d. Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. e. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. Empire Reservoir - Weld, Morgan counties a. Closed to goose hunting in part of Weld and Morgan counties bounded on N by Bijou Canal from US34 W to Weld CR91 (Chapelton Lane); on W by Weld CR91 from Bijou Canal to I-76; on S by I-76 from Weld CR91 to Colo144; on E by Colo144 from I-76 to US34; and on NE by US34 from Colo144 to Bijou Canal. ESCALANTE SWA - Delta, Mesa, Montrose counties HAMILTON TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd), to G50 Rd. go 2 miles NW. Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy50. LOWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd). PICKETT CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N. CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles N on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd; then 11 1/2 miles N. WEST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd. Go 5 miles W; then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge Rds; then 6 miles NE. WATERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon; then 3/4 mile upstream S of Gunnison Riv (primitive rd). GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon Rd; then 3 miles SW to Gunnison River; then 3/4 mile upstream S of Gunnison River (primitive rd). 5,019 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, interpretive program, historical area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau during upland game or migratory bird seasons. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. c. Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts closed March 15-July 31. d. On Lower Roubideau, hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 30 �FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County From Yampa, go 3 miles S on Hwy131. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing, camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited in designated safety zones as posted. FISH CREEK SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 12 miles N on Hwy145 to USFS Rd535; then 12 miles N to Fish Ck access road; then 1 1/2 miles N. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, snowshoe hare. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER RESERVOIR SWA - Kit Carson County From Flagler, go 5 miles E on RdU. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, turkey. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. During waterfowl seasons, only float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motors allowed. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing permitted Sun. and Mon., June 1-Aug. 31. c. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Florida River - La Plata County a. Snagging kokanee permitted above Lemon Res, Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FORKS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, fires, hunting, target practice prohibited. b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except walk-ins only Nov. 1-March 31. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County a. From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1Nov. 30. b. Foot and horseback access only. FRANK SWA - Larimer, Weld counties From I-25 at Windsor exit, go 2.3 miles E on Hwy392 to CR13; then 1/2 mile S. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. f. During regular waterfowl seasons, reservations required by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date; 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. 31 �g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established zones. h. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. FRANZ LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy291 to CR154; then 3/4 mile W. SWA is SW of Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FRAVERT RESERVOIR SWA - Garfield County a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Reservoir - Moffat County From 50 yards either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 5 miles W on Hwy6 to CR29; then 1/2 mile S. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Fryingpan Lakes 2 & 3 - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan River - Eagle, Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam to Roaring Fork River (14 miles) -GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. GARFIELD CREEK SWA - Garfield County From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on CR312 to Garfield Ck Rd; then 1 mile S. 13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 7 days before start of regular big game seasons through 7 days after regular big game seasons end. b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of CRs312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d. Closed Dec. 1-July 15, except for spring turkey hunting below and small game hunting above junction of CRs312 and 328. e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid. f. Bicycles allowed only on CRs312 and 328. George Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Cornelius Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles N along Mitchell Ck. 2 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs prohibited. Golden Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 32 �Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Ck to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRANADA SWA - Prowers County From Granada go N on Hwy385; turn E on Half St. (first rd N of railroad). Go 1.5 miles. 3,672 acres. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, deer. FISHING: warmwater fishing in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. c. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. Other vehicles allowed only on access roads, parking areas. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. Granby Reservoir, including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout (except lake trout) and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. d. Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res. only Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except Columbine Bay. e. Fishing prohibited in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Ck upstream, Oct. 1-Dec. 31. f. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 can be over 36 inches long. b. From Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. c. Portable ice fishing shelters only. d. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. e. Closed to goose hunting on lakes and within 100 yds. of high-water lines, including Windy Gap Res. Grandview Ponds - Adams County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. GRANITE SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, 17 miles N on Hwy24. Access from Chaffee-Lake county line downstream to 1/4 mile below Granite Bridge. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater fishing on Arkansas River. Green Mountain Reservoir - Grand & Summit counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Green River - Moffat County a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Grieve Ranch Conservation Easement - Routt County a. Fires, snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, commercial use, woodcutting and gathering prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting. c. Firearms prohibited except for hunting. d. Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Closed on hay meadows N of CR129. f. Fishing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water line on either bank. Griffith Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County From standing water line of Vallecito Res upstream: a. All kokanee must be returned to water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee allowed Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Grizzly Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. 33 �GROSS RESERVOIR SWA - Boulder County a. Boating, floating devices prohibited. Gross Reservoir - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 25 miles N on USFS Rd526 to USFS Rd533, then 5 miles NE. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 1/2 mile April 15-July 15. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison & Montrose counties From East and Taylor rivers downstream to Hwy50 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Res., including tributary canals and diversions: a. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Crystal Res. Dam downstream 200 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res dam to N Fork of Gunnison River - GOLD MEDAL WATER & WILD TROUT WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Brown trout 12-16 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Bag and possession and size limit for brown trout is either: 1. 4, no greater than 12 inches long, or 2. 3, no greater than 12 inches and 1 at least 16 inches long. d. Rainbows must be returned to water immediately. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 6 miles W on Hwy50. 2,800 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-March 31. b. Camping restricted to designated areas. c. Beaver Ck Trail restricted to foot or horseback. GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy135 to CR13. Turn left and go 1/4 mile to where road jogs left and becomes Tincup St. in Gunnison. Go W 3 blocks to Palisade city park. Parking N side park. Accessed by foot 1/2 mile W of parking lot. HUNTING: deer. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. 34 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Access by foot only. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except waterfowl with shotguns. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Gunnison, Hinsdale counties From the headwaters to waterfall at Sherman: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. From first bridge crossing above Lake San Cristobal downstream to Lake San Cristobal: a. Artificial flies only. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cherry Ck to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cherry Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From upper Red Bridge CG boundary downstream to Blue Mesa Res: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GYPSUM PONDS SWA - Eagle County I-70 to Gypsum exit, take S side frontage rd of I-70 E to parking area. 90 acres. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, glass containers, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. Dogs prohibited on eastern ponds except when used in waterfowl hunting. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d. Closed between sunset and sunrise except for hunters and anglers. e. Field trials may be authorized only in August and September. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HALLENBACK RANCH SWA - Lake County a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed Dec. 1-March 31 and on W 1/3 of SWA as posted, April 1-June 15 to protect wintering and calving elk. Hamilton Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited. HARMON SWA - Chaffee County a. Campfires, dogs, overnight camping, firearms, hunting prohibited. Harvey Gap Reservoir - Garfield County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. Hat Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HAVILAND LAKE SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 18 miles N on Hwy550 to USFS Rd 671; then 1/2 mile E. 208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, boating. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand or electric motor only. 35 �Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont County From headwaters to Hayden Ck: a. Fishing prohibited. Headache Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 5 miles N on Hwy24 to CR361; then 1 mile W. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. Hermosa Creek, E Fork - LaPlata County From headwaters to Sig Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hidden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HIGEL SWA - Alamosa County a. Closed Sept. 1-Feb. 14, except Sat., Sun., Wed. and legal holidays. On Sat., Sun., Wed., and legal holidays, Sept. 1-Feb. 14, access permit required. Max. 25 permits daily. Contact DOW in Monte Vista for free permit, first come, first served, (719) 587-6900. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 to protect nesting water birds. c. Area wildlife mgr. may authorize educational or scientific special uses during closures. Highline Reservoir - Mesa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKES SWA - Larimer County From Hwy14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles N on Laramie River Rd (CR103). 80 acres of water, 1 mile of river. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area. c. Grace Ck Rd closed Dec. 1-Aug. 15. d. Sailboards prohibited. e. Hohnholz Lake #3: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. HOLBROOK RESERVOIR SWA - Otero County From Swink, go 3 miles N on CR24.5 to CRFF; then 1/2 mile E. 670 acres. FISHING: warmwater. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited in safety zone on SW side of residence as posted. HOLLY SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go 1 mile N on CR34. 55 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 36 �Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 4 miles S on Hwy385 to CR14; then 4 miles W. 80 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. HOME LAKE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 1 1/2 miles E on Sherman Ave. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor only. Except, motorboats allowed as in “b” below. b. Motorboats up to 10 hp allowed any time. Motorboats over 10 hp allowed only 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. c. Closed sunset to sunrise except for fishing or with night hunting permit. Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Res inlet ditch) - Park County a. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Timber Lake) - Bent, Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 miles N on Hwy109 to Cheraw; then 2 miles E on CRJJ.5 to CR33. Go 7 miles N. 2,603 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except for fishing. HORSETHIEF CANYON SWA - Mesa County I-70 W to Fruita exit, take Hwy340 S 1 mile to property sign; take access road 4 miles. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, pheasant. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. d. Waterfowl hunting on Sat. restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. e. Closed 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for fishing. f. Mandatory check station. g. Quail hunting prohibited. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed.-Fri. except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year’s Day. h. To hunt waterfowl on W end of property, you must reserve a specific designated blind and are restricted to hunt within 100 yards of blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Reservations first come, available at check station. Permits not required for waterfowl hunting E of pump station. i. Turkey hunting prohibited. j. Habitat stamp not required. Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. 37 �c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. HOT CREEK SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy15 to access road; then 5 miles W. 3,494 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA - Grand County JENNY WILLIAMS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to CR50 (E end of Colorado River bridge); then 2 miles S. BYERS CANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles W on Hwy40 to range (N of highway). BREEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy40 past Parshall; go .5 mile. Look for mile marker 196. Turn left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or go W 3/4 mile for more parking. Unit is 11.5 miles W of Kremmling. BEAVER CREEK UNIT (Proposed name change to Joe Gerrans Unit): From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to Colorado River bridge; then S at E end of bridge. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to Colorado River bridge; then S at W end of bridge. PAUL F. GILBERT FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to W end of Colorado River bridge; then S. LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3.5 miles W on Hwy40 to unit (S of Hwy). 1,173 acres, all units. KEMP UNIT: From Granby, go 14.5 miles W on Hwy40; turn left on CR3 and go over Colorado River bridge. Turn right on second road, or go another .5 mile, and turn right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACILITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Ck Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. b. Discharging firearms prohibited in Beaver Ck Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. Gilbert Fishing Area. c. Byers Canyon Rifle Range closed between sunset and sunrise. d. Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be closed to protect wintering big game. Huerfano River - Huerfano County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HUERFANO SWA - Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles W on CR580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. HUGO SWA - Lincoln County CLINGINGSMITH TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR109; 2 1/4 miles E on CR2G. 2,240 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited. Hunt Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 38 �Illinois River - Jackson County On MacNaughton SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. INDIAN RUN SWA - Routt County From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy317 to CR67; then 6 miles S. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; go 5.1 miles W to CR18. Go 4.5 miles W to W.Rd.5; go 1.5 miles SW to CR22. Go 2.5 miles. 0.7 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Raspberry Ck, Norris Ck, Roaring Fork Ck. on Irvine SWA: b. Hunting, camping prohibited. JACKSON SWA - Morgan County From I-76 at the Hwy39 exit, go 7.4 miles N on Hwy39 to Hwy144; then 1 mile NE to CR5; then 3.8 miles N to CRCC; then 1 mile W to CR4; then 1/4 mile S. 394 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp). RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of regular waterfowl season. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake and elsewhere as posted. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. f. Target practice prohibited except with area wildlife mgr. authorization. g. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. h. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. Jackson Lake and State Park - Morgan County a. Ice fishing permitted only as posted in State Park. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. d. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. e. Fishing outlet ditch below dam and around rotary screen prohibited as posted. f. Fishing prohibited in lake at State Park, Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. Bank fishing permitted from dam and State Park boat ramp until Nov. 30. JAMES M. JOHN SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles on NM Hwys72 & 526. Go N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake Dorothey SWA; then NW 4 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, bear, mountain lion, small game, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, mountain biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited within 100 feet of streams. b. Closed Dec. 1-April 1. c. Foot or horseback access only. d. Hunting access restricted in regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing. JAMES MARK JONES SWA - Park County From Hwy24 E of Hartsel, take CR15 (Elkhorn Rd) N 15 miles to sign. Go W 1.8 miles to parking area. From Hwy285 at Como turnoff, take CR15 SE 8 miles to sign; go W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Jan. 1-May 1. 39 �b. Fires prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking areas. JEAN K. TOOL SWA- Morgan County From Ft.Morgan, go 4 miles NE on I-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd; then 1 3/4 miles N. 903 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. JENSEN SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy13 to CR30. 5,955 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Closed Jan. 1-July 15. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Res #1 & 2) - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Hunting, firearms, ice fishing, camping, fires, motorized and non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals, boating, floating, swimming, wading prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lakes closed. e. Float tubes with chest-high waders allowed. Jim Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy184 to CR40; then 4 miles N. 120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Reservoir to Hwy14: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Joe Wright Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout (except grayling) is 2, 16 inches long. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA - Bent County From Las Animas, go 20 miles E on Hwy50 to Hasty. SWA 2 miles S of Hasty. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted on US Army Corp of Engineer land under lease by DOW or State Parks to provide for waterfowl resting. d. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. 40 �e. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. JOHNSON VILLAGE SWA - Chaffee County From Hwy24 bridge over Arkansas River, W half of river .25 mile upstream and .5 mile downstream. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater stream. JULESBURG SWA (Julesburg, Ovid leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 1/2 mile S on CR29. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. JUMBO RESERVOIR SWA - Logan, Sedgwick counties From I-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy138; then 1 mile NE to CR95; then 2 miles N. 1,703 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Min. size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. d. Fishing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south dams or 50 yards of outlet tower Oct. 1-last day of waterfowl season. e. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet structure. f. Boating prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular goose season. Except, hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pick up decoys and to retrieve downed waterfowl. g. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. h. Waterskiing prohibited before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat., Sun. and Mon. of Memorial Day weekend. i. Vehicles limited to 250. JUNCTION BUTTE SWA - Grand County From Kremmling, go 3 miles S on Hwy9 to CR387 (dirt road); then 1/2 mile E. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hang gliding prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited except day after Labor Day through last day of regular big game season. Juniata Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KARVAL RESERVOIR SWA - Lincoln County From Hwys.94 and 109, go S 10 miles on Hwy109. 235 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. Kelly Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. 41 �KEMP-BREEZE SWA - Grand County a. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted to ages 15 and under, and mobility-impaired anglers restricted to wheelchairs. b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-July 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA - Lincoln County KINNEY LAKE TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR109 to CR2G; then 2.5 miles E to CR2J; then 1 mile E. 320 acres. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. Kitson Reservoir - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA - Park County From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy285. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See South Platte River, S Fork. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Closed beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. KNUDSON SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to CR370 (information center, museum); then 1 mile SW. 581 acres. NOTE: Southeast portion is private property. Landowner permission required for deer hunting as posted. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. KOA Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA - Weld County From Windsor at Hwys.392 & 257, 3 miles S on Hwy257 to parking area S of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed sunset to sunrise. b. Hunting, fishing, camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash. Lagerman Reservoir - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LA JARA RESERVOIR SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy15 to access road; then 10 miles W. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. 42 �LA JARA SWA - Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Rd. 2,808 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. 1 through Thursday before Memorial Day. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Lake Avery - Rio Blanco County (See Oak Ridge SWA) LAKE BECKWITH SWA - Pueblo County a. Hunting, camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. b. Float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. c. Frozen surface of lake closed. d. Habitat stamp not required. LAKE DOROTHEY SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526; go N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles. 4,500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey, bear. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or 100 ft. of streams except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d. Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Foot or horseback only from established parking areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LAKE FORK OF THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Hinsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles N on Hwy149 to S end of easement. FISHING: coldwater stream. LAKE IRWIN SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Ck Rd (730) to Kebler Pass Rd (12); continue N to USFS Rd 826; go 1.5 miles. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LAKE JOHN SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12W; then 8 miles W to CR7; then go 7 miles. 565 water acres, 282 land acres. HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. RESTRICTIONS: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. b. Camping in established areas only. c. Waterskiing, sailboards prohibited. 43 �Laramie River - Larimer County In Hohnholz SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas W on Hwy194, go 4 miles; N on CR5.5. 69 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs prohibited. LEAPS GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy135 to CR10. Go E on paved road to where USFS Rd 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFS Rd 743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-April 30. Little Green Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Little Muddy Creek Lake - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LITTLE SNAKE SWA - Moffat County From Maybell, go 17 miles N on CR19. CR19 runs through SWA. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons until 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. Little Vasquez Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA - Mesa County From Fruita, take I-70 to Loma exit (#15); then go 1.2 mile S on frontage rd; turn SE 1/2 mile to Colorado River. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, discharging firearms, launching, using personal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. b. Parking in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles W on CR14W to CR21S; then 1 1/2 miles N. 181 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, archery range, nature trail. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, target practice prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. LONE CONE SWA - Dolores County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles E on Hwy145 to USFS Rd 610; then 24 miles S. 5,030 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: two-horse corrals, domestic well water, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. 44 �LONE DOME SWA - Dolores, Montezuma counties From Cortez, go 21 miles N on Hwy491 to CRDD; then 1 mile E to CR16; then 3 miles N to access road; then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge. 1,724 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited except in designated areas. b. Fires prohibited. LONE TREE RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/2 miles W on CR14W to Lone Tree Dr; then 1 mile S on access road. 502 water acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. b. Fishing prohibited in outlet canal as posted. c. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass, wipers, walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. d. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. e. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. f. Camping, fires, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, horseback riding prohibited. g. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. h. Closed in heron nesting closure area as posted. i. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or with night hunting permit. j. Dog training prohibited Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. k. Discharging fire arms may be prohibited by posting to protect public safety. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Ck) and Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Long Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May 1-July 15. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOVE MEADOW SWA - Chaffee County a. Habitat stamp not required to enter information kiosk. LOWELL PONDS SWA - Adams County In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except float tubes for fishing. Boating prohibited on Sheets Lake. c. Hunting, discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires, dog training prohibited. 45 �d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. e. Trapping by permit only. f. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. Lower Latham Reservoir - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. McCall’s Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. MCCLUSKEY SWA - Delta County From Paonia’s Onarga Ave, go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd, which becomes 4100 Rd. At stop sign, turn right on Stewart Mesa Rd, which turns S and becomes 4050 Rd. At S end, it forks; turn left on L30 Rd. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse, rabbit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Closed except to hunt, fish or trap. Closed from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake - Adams County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir - Montezuma County a. Smallmouth and largemouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2. b. Hunting, trapping prohibited. MANVILLE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwyl4 to CRl2W; go 5 miles W to CRl8; go 4.5 miles SW to CR5; go l/8 mile S. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See Roaring Fork Ck and N Platte River. Martin Lake - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MASON FAMILY SWA - Hinsdale County From Powderhorn, go 14.7 miles S on CR27 (Cebolla Ck Rd.) 1,429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking. May Creek - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek - Alamosa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek, Little and Hudson Branch - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEEKER PASTURE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy13 to CR8; then 2 miles E. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. 46 �MELON VALLEY SWA - Otero County Go 2 miles N of Hwys.71 and 50; then 1 mile E of Hwy 71 on Rd80.5. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentor must be 18 or older, comply with hunter education requirements and accompany youth while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Meredith Reservoir - Crowley County a. Closed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1-last day of waterfowl season as posted. b. Trotlines, jugs permitted. MESSEX SWA - Logan, Washington counties From I-76 at Merino exit, go 2 miles N to Hwy6; then 1.75 miles NE to CRR; then 1.5 miles N; then .5 mile W. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Landowner permission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. g. Closed 9 p.m.-3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. h. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year, and require landowner permission on easement. Trials in Sept. must be incidental to field trial on adjacent private property. Michigan River - Jackson County On Diamond J SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Middle Creek, E - Saguache County From headwaters to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: picnic tables. MIKE HIGBEE SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 4 miles E on Hwy50. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA - Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E on Hwy263. 13 acres. HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed March 1-Aug. 15 except dates established yearly for spring turkey hunting. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 47 �MOGENSEN PONDS SWA - Mesa County a. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping, fires, motorized and non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals prohibited. c. Firearms prohibited except for (a) above. Montgomery Reservoir - Park County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited on S side of reservoir and from W face of dam as posted. c. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. Monument Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison, Montrose counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned to water immediately. MOUNT EVANS SWA - Clear Creek County From Denver, take I-70 W to Evergreen Pkw. exit; go 6 miles S on Hwy74 to Evergreen Lake; turn right on Upper Bear Ck. Rd. Go 6.5 miles to CR480; go right on CR480 for 3 miles. 3,438 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, dusky (blue) grouse, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or on leash. c. Closed Jan. 1-June 14. d. Groups of 25 or more must obtain a permit; 1 group at a time. e. Vehicles prohibited day after Labor Day-June 14 except in regular rifle deer and elk seasons. MOUNT OURAY SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy291; go .5 mile W on CR154; go 1.25 miles NW on CR160. 231 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (access not on both sides of river; see signs). MOUNT SHAVANO SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy291 to CR154; then .5 mile W. 186 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. MOUNT WERNER SWA - Routt County a. Habitat stamp not required. MOUNTAIN HOME RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From Ft. Garland, go 2.5 miles E on Hwy160 to Trinchera Ranch Rd; then 2 miles S to Icehouse Rd; then 1 mile W to N entrance. Or, continue 1 mile S to S entrance. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterskiing prohibited. Mower Reservoir - Jefferson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. MURPHY SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1 mile E on CR12. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA - Weld County From Kersey, go 5 miles E on Hwy34 to CR61; then 2 miles N. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 48 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. NARRAGUINNEP RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy491 to Hwy184; then 2 miles E. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. NARROWS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, fires, hunting, target shooting prohibited b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except for walk-ins only Nov. 1-March 31. Native Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake - Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Reservoir - Archuleta County a. Trotlines permitted. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp, mooring cove only. Navajo River - Archuleta, Conejos counties From headwaters to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Nee Grande Res - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee Noshe Res - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee So Pah Res (Sweetwater & Jet) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. New Windsor Reservoir - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting within 400 yds. of occupied dwelling, without first obtaining permission from owner or person in charge, or within 1/4 mile from center line of these roads: from CR74 and Colo257 N to CR78; E to CR21; S to CR74; then W to Colo257, including area formed by these roads. c. Closed to waterfowl hunting 150 yds. of Colo257 centerline between CRs78 and 74; CR74 between Colo257 and CR21. Newlin Creek - Custer, Fremont counties From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 49 �Norris Creek - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH FORK SWA - Larimer County From Drake, go 1/4 mile W on Devil’s Gulch Rd. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. NORTH LAKE SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, go 35 miles NW on Hwyl2. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey, bear RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area at north lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only on North Lake. b. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. North Platte River - Jackson County On Brownlee, Manville, Peterson and Verner SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From S boundary of Routt NF to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. North Sterling Reservoir - Logan County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long, only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. c. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. e. Boating prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. f. Hunting from dam prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except in established areas. Northwater Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 21 miles E on CR8 to CR17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd); then 1 1/2 miles S. LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy13 to CR8; then 19 miles E. SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles E on CR8 . SLEEPY CAT FISHING EASEMENT (see White River): From Meeker, go 17 miles E on CR8 to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sleepy Cat Ponds and Sleepy Cat fishing easement closed except for fishing. b. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit. c. Hunting prohibited except archery S of CR8, west of CR17, and N and E of CR10. d. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jetskis prohibited. Boating permitted only if it does not cre- 50 �ate whitewater wake. ODD FELLOWS SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then 5.1 miles W to CR18; then 4.5 miles W to CR5; then 1.5 miles SW to CR22; then 2.5 miles. Access also at Irvine SWA. 0.7 mile of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See Roaring Fork Ck. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA - Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on CR7. 8 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Discharging firearms prohibited. ORCHARD MESA SWA - Mesa County a. Access only from parking area on C Rd between 30 and 31 Rds. b. Camping, fires, horses prohibited c. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. d. Closed March 15-July 14 to protect nesting migratory birds. e. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds or zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for details. f. No other small game hunting allowed. g. Deer hunting by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction, (970) 255-6100. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline Aug. 1. h. Hunting by bows and shotguns with shotshells only. i. Dogs allowed only as hunting aid. ORDWAY RESERVOIR SWA - Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles N on Hwy71. (SWA W of Hwy) 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Osier Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. OVERLAND TRAIL SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go .5 mile S on Hwy63 to CR16; then E .5 mile;. 192 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sept. 1-May 31, hunting permitted only Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays and opening days of plains rifle deer and late rifle deer seasons. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. b. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check station. c. Foot access only and only from check station parking lot. d. Limited to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. e. Wildlife viewing only permitted June 1-Aug. 31, on Sat., Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. f. Turkey hunting allowed opening day, Sat., Sun., Wed., of turkey seasons. g. Camping, fires, dog training, horses prohibited. h. Discharging bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy14 to CR25; then 6 miles SW. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. 51 �RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir - Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. Parachute Creek, E Fork - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA - Garfield County a. Camping, fires, swimming prohibited. b. Float tubes permitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA - Larimer County From Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing in inlet (Lone Pine Ck) prohibited from lake upstream to CR74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd) as posted. d. Boating prohibited except float tubes for fishing. e. Fishermen must enter on foot through gate at check station and must check in and out at check station if open. Pass Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RESERVOIR SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 8 miles E on Hwy160 to Hwy172; then 2 miles S to CR302; then 1 mile S to CR304; then 1/2 mile W. 85 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Hunting prohibited except Sat., Sun. and Wed. Pasture Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake - Routt County Including inlet stream for 1/4 mile above inlet, and outlet stream 1/4 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. c. Habitat stamp not required to enter property. Pella Crossing Rec. Area Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Trail (USFS Rd 928): a. Fishing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA - La Plata County TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles W on Hwy160 to CR207 (Lightner Ck Rd); turn right and go 2 miles N to CR208 (Dry Fork Rd). TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles W on Hwy160 to Victory Coal Mine Rd; turn right and go .5 mile on access road (through private property). 13,442 total acres, both tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, dusky (blue) grouse,turkey, black bear. 52 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk seasons. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed E of CR208 and N of Hwy160, April 1-July 15. d. Closed from last day of deer and elk seasons to March 31. e. Fires, snowmobiles prohibited. PETERSON SWA - Jackson County a. Special restrictions apply. See N Platte River. PICEANCE SWA - Garfield, Rio Blanco counties SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. SQUARE S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 17 miles S to CR26 (Black Sulphur Ck Rd); then 20 miles W to E entrance. YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 6 miles S to CR20 (dirt road); then 5 miles W to Yellow Ck Rd. LITTLE HILLS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 7 miles S to Dry Fork turn-off. Follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. Piedra River - Archuleta County From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd 631 (Piedra Rd) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy160): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Piedra River, E Fork - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Reservoirs (Crystal, N & S Catamount) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. b. North Catamount Res: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SWA - Teller County From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road; then 1.5 miles E to Bison Res (NE of res). 635 acres. HUNTING: bighorn sheep. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed April 1-July 15. Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. PITKIN SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 14 miles E on Hwy50 to Quartz Ck Rd; go 14 miles E to Parlin; turn N. 48 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited except in Quartz Ck. b. Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go E on I-70 to exit #49; then 8 miles E on Hwy65 to Hwy330; then turn left to Sunnyside Rd; go 1/8 mile N. 1,346 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. RESTRICTIONS: a. Vehicles prohibited Dec. 1-Aug. 1. PLAYA BLANCA SWA - Alamosa County a. Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., Sat., Nov. 1-Jan. 30. PONY EXPRESS SWA- Sedgwick County From I-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go .1 mile N on Hwy385 to CR28; then go 1.5 miles W on 53 �CR28 to service road; go .1 mile N to parking lot. Or, from Julesburg, go .7 mile W on Hwy138 to CR39; go .9 mile S on CR39. 1,854 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. d. Closed to goose hunting. Except, light goose hunting allowed during special control season and any conservation order for light geese. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Porcupine Lake - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Section I - from upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and Section II - from W boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Rd/bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, N Fork - Larimer County From Bull Ck (above Halligan Res) upstream to Divide Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Milton Seaman Res downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, S Fork - Larimer County From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile: a. Fishing prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SFU - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy287 to Hwy14, then 38 miles W. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. POUDRE RIVER SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy287 to Hwy14; then go 1.5 miles W. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, raft take-out. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Habitat stamp not required on parts posted as city of Fort Collins open space. PREWITT RESERVOIR SWA - Logan, Washington counties From I-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy6; then 3.3 miles NE. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. 54 �FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Fishing allowed only from dam Oct. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. Ice fishing allowed only within 50 yards of dam. d. Vehicles limited to 250. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. f. Glass beverage containers prohibited. Camping, fires prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. g. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Boating prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular goose season, except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. h. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted for waterfowl resting depending on water levels, weather and presence of birds. Pronger Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds #2, #3 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir - Pueblo County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. PUEBLO RESERVOIR SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles W on Hwy96. 4,100 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, turkey, dove, waterfowl, scaled quail. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, nature trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, target practicing prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. d. Trapping only by permit. PUEBLO SFU - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd on Hwy96. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, hunting prohibited. PUETT RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy184 to CR33; then 1 mile S to access trail. 1.5 miles E. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Purdy Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 large- 55 �mouth can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatoire River, M, S forks - Las Animas County On Bosque del Oso SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA - Bent County From Hwys.50 and 101 in Las Animas, go S on Hwy101; 1 mile to CR10.75; then S on Rd10.75 to RdEE;then W to Rd9.5; then S 1 mile to property at RdsDD & 9.5. 960 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. Queens Res (N, S) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. QUEENS SWA - Kiowa County LOWER QUEENS (Neeskah): From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy287 to CRC; then 3.5 miles E to Upper Queens. Follow access road S 2 miles. UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy287 to CRC; then 3.5 miles E. NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy287 to CRC; then 1 mile . NEE SO PAH: Closed as posted. NEE NOSHE: From Eads, go 11 miles S on Hwy287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd; then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 acres, all properties. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sail boating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Nee Gronda Res, Nee Noshe Res, Nee So Pah Res, Queens Res. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec. 1. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens. d. Hunters in Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at check station when open. e. Closed as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl Dec. 1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted. f. Closed as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1-last day of waterfowl season. g. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. Quincy Reservoir - Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d. Access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Min. size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA - Eagle, Grand, Routt counties From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles S on Hwy9 to CR1 (Trough Rd to State Bridge); then 12 miles SW. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone as posted. RALSTON CREEK SWA - Gilpin, Jefferson counties From Golden, go 1 mile N on Hwy93 to Golden Gate Canyon Rd. Turn left and go W 13 miles to Golden Gate Canyon State Park headquarters. S of Ralston Ck. 2,100 acres. HUNTING: big game, small game, furbearers. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except while hunting. 56 �RAMAH RESERVOIR SWA - El Paso County From Ramah, go 4 miles W on Hwy24. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping, fires, water contact activities prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. Discharging archery equipment allowed on established archery range. Rampart Reservoir - El Paso County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Ranch Creek, N Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rasberry Creek - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RED DOG SWA -- Prowers County From Holly go N on CR35 to RdJJ; then E on RdJJ 2 miles. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. RED LION SWA - Logan County From I-76, take Red Lion exit (#155); go 3 miles N to Hwy138; then 1 mile NE to CR95; then 1/4 mile N. 1,297 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. d. Fishing prohibited on Jumbo Annex Res. except Jan. 1-Sept. 30 when bank and ice fishing allowed in designated areas. e. Boating prohibited. Except, craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. f. Camping, fires prohibited. g. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except if hunting. h. Closed April 15-July 15, as posted to protect nesting waterfowl. i. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. j. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light geese, light goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by CR970, on E by CR97 (CR1), on S by Hwy138 and on W by CR95. RED MOUNTAIN SWA - Grand County a. Closed Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on a leash. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RICHARD SWA - Jackson County Fishing access: from Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12W; then 8 miles W to CR7; then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA. Go to S end of Lake John to parking lot. Hunting access: from Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12W; then 13.7 miles W to parking area. Hunting area E of CR12W. 3,817 acres, 6 miles of river. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. 57 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special restrictions apply. See N Platte River, N Fork. b. Camping prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited within 200 yards of buildings. Ridgway Reservoir - Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. RIFLE FALLS SFU - Garfield County From Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy325. 600 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Camping prohibited except if authorized by hatchery mgr. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas. Rifle Gap - Garfield County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. b. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. c. Bag, possession limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64. 383 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken daily. c. Waterskiing prohibited March 1-June 15. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County From waterfall at S San Juan Wilderness boundary to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral, Rio Grande counties From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to W fence of Masonic Park: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From Hwy149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 3 miles E on Sherman Ave. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. Area wildlife manager may authorize access if it won’t harm nesting or wintering birds. c. Camping prohibited except in parking areas with toilets. d. Area wildlife mgr. may post closures to manage hunting pressure during waterfowl seasons, and to protect maintenance and construction equipment, and human health and safety. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing easements) - Rio Grande County a. Camping prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. 58 �Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 35 miles W on Hwy149 to USFS Rd 513; then 2 miles NW to fork. Take right fork 200 yards N. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD CANYON RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles W on Hwy149 to USFS Rd 520; then 4 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork Creek - Jackson County On Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Roaring Fork Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin, Garfield counties From McFarlane Ck downstream to upper Woody Ck bridge: a. Artificial flies only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From upper Woody Ck bridge downstream to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From 50 yards upstream and downstream from Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From Crystal River to Colorado River: GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING FORK SWA - Garfield County a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on East River. 778 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited sunset to sunrise. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited except in designated areas. Discharging firearms prohibited in designated safety zone. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 59 �ROCK CREEK SWA - Routt County From Kremmling, go 6 miles N on Hwy40 to Hwy134; then 12 miles W over Gore Pass to USFS Rd 206; then 2.5 miles SW. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles NE on Hwy266, cross bridge, turn E on CR80.5. 550 acres. Go 1.25 miles farther E to McClelland tract. 662 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited on Melon Valley Tract except youths 15 and younger. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Mentors must be 18 or older and meet hunter education requirements. No more than 1 mentor per youth. Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROEBER SWA - Delta County From Paonia, go 1 mile S on 4100 Rd (Onarga Ave); turn left on N80 Lane; go 2 miles to 4200 Dr; turn right; go 1 mile to parking lot. Or, from Onarga Ave, go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd to Minerich Rd. Go 1 mile to parking lot. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement. c. Closed from last day of regular big game season through April 30. d. Closed except hunting or fishing. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 15 miles S on Hwy67 to Gold Camp Rd near Victor; then 20 miles E. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 a.m. d. Boating, camping, dogs, fires, picnicking, water contact activities prohibited. e. Closed except by foot from established parking areas. f. Closed Nov. 1-May 10. g. Closed near dam, caretaker’s house and N side of res as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go S on I-25 to exit 98-A; then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field; then E on Runyon Field Rd. .5 mile. 40 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. 60 �FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trail, handicapped fishing dock. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, camping, fires, ice fishing, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed sunset to sunrise except fishing. c. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. RUSSELL LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Saguache, go 9 miles S on Hwy285 to CRR; then 1.5 miles E. 793 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except as posted. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. e. Parking only in established parking areas. f. Sect. 29 closed during waterfowl season. g. Closed after 1 p.m. during first waterfowl season. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the M, S Fork tributaries to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (N) - Boulder County From Horse Ck downstream to inlet of Button Rock Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Saint Vrain Creek (S) - Boulder County From headwaters to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Fishing prohibited, May 1-July 15. San Francisco Creek, M, W forks & W San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County On USFS lands, including W San Francisco Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta County From Hwys.160 & 184 downstream through Pagosa Springs to Apache St and river: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SAN LUIS LAKES SWA - Alamosa County From Alamosa, go 13 miles N on Hwy17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd; then 8 miles E to access road; then 1/4 mile N. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited N of buoy line. b. Closed N of buoy line and E-W fence line Feb. 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited N of buoy line and E-W fence line. SAN MIGUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing easement) - San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile S on Hwy145. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From San Luis, go 3 miles E on Hwy152 to Hwy242; then 5.2 miles S. FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Hunting, waterskiing prohibited. 61 �c. Camping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. SAND DRAW SWA - Sedgwick County From I-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles S on Hwy385 to CR16; turn E to CR49; then 1 mile S. 209 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. One mentor per youth. SANDS LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy291. SWA is E of hwy, opposite Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. SANDSAGE SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 4.5 miles W on Hwy34 to CR35; then .25 mile W to CRCC; then .5 mile S. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. SAPINERO SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles W on Hwy50 (access from Hwy50 at Red Ck, East Elk Ck and Dry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County a. Min. size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except ponds 1 and 1A. c. Dogs must be on 6-foot leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d. Motorized, non-motor vehicles (incl. bicycles) prohibited beyond designated parking areas. e. Hunting, boating, bellyboats prohibited. f. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit. g. Horseback riding prohibited except on established maintenance roads. h. Closed midnight to 5 a.m. i. Other activities prohibited as posted. j. Habitat stamp not required. Second Creek - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA - Sedgwick County From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy138 to access road; then .5 mile S. 885 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. 62 �d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. SEELEY RESERVOIR SWA - Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles N on 35th Ave. 118 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited except along W shore or from boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA - Conejos County From Manassa, go 3 miles E on Hwy142 to access road; then .5 mile N. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles S on Hwy131 to CR18; then 7 miles SE. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dusky (blue) grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, campfires prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. SETCHFIELD SWA - Bent County From Hwys.50 and 101 in Las Animas, take Hwy101 S 16 miles to CRP. Go W on RdP 1 mile to Rd11; then S 6 miles on Rds11 and 10. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. Severy Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go l4 miles SW on Hwyl4 to CR28; then l mile S to CR11; then 3 miles S to CR288; then .5 mile W. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res downstream to Granby Res, incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Snagging prohibited. SHARPTAIL RIDGE SWA - Douglas County a. Hunting allowed only for deer and elk by permit b. Day use only. c. Foot access only. 63 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. = Fly/lure only; catch and release - return trout to water immediately. = Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. Chatfield Res. Marston Diverson Strontia Springs Res. Dam Sou th P latt eR iver North Fork Scraggy View P.G. Wigwam P.G. Deckers Wigwam Club (private) Sou th P latt eR iver Cheesman Res. 64 �Hwy 9 Tomahawk SWA Hwy 9 South Platte Rive r Spinney Mtn. Res. = Fly/lure only; all trout 12-20 inches long must be released; 2 trout limit; only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. GOLD MEDAL WATER. El ev en mi le Re s. on ny a C Springer le Gulch mi n ve Bridge e l E ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish; only 1 can be longer than 16 inches. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. NOTE: Closed until filled and fishery re-established. ELEVENMILE RES: 4 trout limit, only 2 can be longer than 16 inches. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct.1-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. SPINNEY MTN. RES: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20 inches or longer. No fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise. No ice fishing. GOLD MEDAL WATER. = Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. GOLD MEDAL WATER. Fo rk Hartsel M idd le Hwy 24 SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK (wild trout water within SWA) Hwy 24 So ut h F or k Garo Ante ro R es. Antero Jct. Hwy 285 65 �d. Camping prohibited. e. Hunters must have limited deer or elk license for unit 51 before applying for permit. Max. 2 hunters daily. Group applications allowed for max. 2 hunters. Permits valid only 2-3 days starting after Labor Day weekend. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline: third Mon. in July. Applications available from DOW in Denver, 303-291-7227. Permit holders can take 1 non-hunting person along, but that person must stay with hunter at all times. f. Hunters can park in parking area behind gate. g. Vehicles prohibited on SWA beyond parking area. h. Habitat stamp required. Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sheep Creek, E & W forks - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake - Clear Creek County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. Silver Creek Conservation Easement - Grand County a. Closed from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash at all times. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size is 2, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA - Yuma County a. Closed June 1-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping, fires, dog training prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. SIMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From I-25 at Hwy402 exit (#255), go 2 miles W on Hwy402 to CR9E; then .5 mile N. 44 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes for fishing. b. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing or with night hunting permit. 63 RANCH SWA - Park County From Fairplay, 15 miles S on Hwy 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct on Hwy285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, big game. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife observation. RESTRICTIONS: a. See S Platte River, S Fork. b. Camping prohibited. SKAGUAY RESERVOIR SWA - Teller County From Victor, go .5 mile E on CR67 to CR441; then 6.5 miles E. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. 66 �Slater Creek, S Fork, W Prong of S Fork - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From Blanca, go .5 mile W on Hwy160 to Airport Rd; then 4 miles S to SWA. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1 through end of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. c. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 on N and E shores. d. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Fishing Lakes N, S, W - Adams County On North Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Fish must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Park - Arapahoe County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park, Teller counties From confluence of M and S forks downstream to Spinney Res - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Some parts (about 100 yds) from CR59 to Elevenmile Res inlet closed to fishing as posted Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. From below Elevenmile Dam to Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board’s Marston diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. South Platte River, M Fork - Park County From Hwy9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. 67 �South Platte River, S Fork - Park County From Hwy285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to M Fork of S Platte: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA - Yuma County From Burlington, go 21 miles N on Hwy385 to CR1; then 3 miles E. Go 2 miles N and 2 miles E. 13,140 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-March. No more than 1 field trial may be authorized Aug.-Sept. b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited on downstream face of dam. c. Parking for waterfowl hunting only in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. SPANISH PEAKS SWA - Las Animas County From Aguilar, go W on Apishapa Rd; follow signs. 6,450 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited except in established areas. b. Access only from established parking areas. c. Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Reservoir - Park County - GOLD MEDAL WATER a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing prohibited. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on CR59. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. Sprat Platte Lake - Adams County a. Artificial fies and lures only. b. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. SPRING CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy135 to Almont. Turn right on CR742; travel 6 miles to Spring Ck. Turn left on Spring Ck Rd and go 14 miles. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usually July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. 68 �Spruce Creek #1 - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Spruce Creek #3 - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STALKER LAKE SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy34 to CRFF; then 1.5 miles N to access road; then .5 mile W. 75 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. f. Hunting prohibited on W half of Stalker Lake through 2006-07 waterfowl season. g. Hunting allowed from closed area E to Stalker Lake dam until Oct. 31 through 2007-07 waterfowl season. Standley Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. STEAMBOAT SPRINGS SWA - Routt County a. Habitat stamp not required. Stearns Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters to Denver Water Board diversion: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on CR27 to road. a. Closed as posted to prevent road and habitat damage. SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy184. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 miles: fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Jan. 31. Swan River, N Fork - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sweitzer Lake - Delta County a. Hunting waterfowl permitted opening day and Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays. 69 �Sylvan Lake - Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Sept. 1-Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Crook exit (#149), go .5 mile N on Hwy55. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Tamarack, Pronger ponds: Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited except in designated camping area. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. No more than 3 trials may be authorized Feb.-March and Aug., and no more than 1 in Sept. e. Mandatory check station. Assigned parking spots. Hunters must stay at assigned check-in area until 9 a.m. when they can walk to adjacent areas and hunt. Deer and turkey hunters required only to check into E or W Tamarack, unit 91. At S Tamarack S of I-76, unit 93, mandatory check in and out. f. Reservations accepted for weekends and holidays as listed. Hunting allowed weekends as listed and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day. First hunt date available for reservations: Sat. after Oct. 24. Last date available: last Sunday of regular duck season. Weekdays, weekends and holidays outside reservation period, and any unreserved or open areas, are open to hunting without reservations, regulated through check station. Reservations made by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date; 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. g. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. All recreational activities except deer hunting are prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. i. Horse use prohibited N of I-76 except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March, April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. j. Camping prohibited except in designated area. TARRYALL RESERVOIR SWA - Park County From Jefferson, go 16 1/2 miles SE on CR77. 886 acres (175 acres of water.) HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed at dam, spillway and outlet structures. b. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake. Taylor Creek, Little - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Creek (N) - Custer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. TAYLOR RIVER SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles N on Hwy135 to USFS Rd 742 (Taylor River Rd); then 18 miles E to base of Taylor Res. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 70 �RESTRICTIONS: a. From top of Taylor Dam downstream 325 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to upper boundary of Sam’s private property (.4 miles): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Camping, fires, hunting prohibited. d. Parking only in designated areas. Teller Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Teller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE RESERVOIR SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 12 miles S on Hwy15 to USFS Rd 250, then 9 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA - Park County From Jefferson, 2 miles S on Hwy285; then 2 miles N on CR35. 950 acres. HUNTING: big game, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIR SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 9 miles N on Hwy196 to CRTT; then 1 mile W to CR7; then .25 mile N. 173 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except for fishing. TILMAN BISHOP SWA - Mesa County a. Closed during nesting and migratory bird period, March 15-July 14. b. Camping prohibited. c. Mandatory check in and out station. d. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds/zone. Blinds assigned at entrance station, available daily, first come, first served. Max. number of hunters per blind is 4. e. Hunting with bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. f. Deer and pheasant hunting allowed by permit only. Applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines: Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasant. Permits issued by drawing; successful applicants notified by mail. Date, time and location of drawing on application. g. Turkey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. Timberline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (inc. Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles S on Hwy71 to Hwy10; then 2 miles E across Timpas Ck Bridge; then 71 �1 mile S on CR21; then 1 mile W on CRZ. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles N on Hwy9, then .5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy9, then .5 mile to parking area. 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See S Platte River, M Fork. b. Camping, fires prohibited. Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TOTTEN RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Cortez, go 3 1/2 miles E on Hwy160 to CR29; then 1 mile N. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited in inlet Sept. 30-Jan. 20 as posted to protect resting waterfowl. e. Closed along N shore March 1-May 31. f. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. Trapper Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Trappers Lake - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. All fish longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mile. d. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook trout. TREAT/OGDEN SWA - Fremont County From Coaldale, go W on Hwy50 for 2 miles to CR45; turn N and go 1.5 miles. Public access may not be on both sides of the river. Check for signs. FISHING: coldwater in Arkansas River. Trinidad Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Trout Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TRUJILLO MEADOWS SWA - Conejos County From Antonito, go 36 miles W on Hwy17 to USFS Rd 118;, then 4 miles N. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. 72 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Turk’s Pond - Baca County a. Hunting prohibited as posted from beginning of first waterfowl season through last day of waterfowl seasons, in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 S, Range 44 W 6th P.M. on private property within 1/4 mile around Turk’s Pond SWA. b. No discharging firearms or arrows from, on or across 50 yds. on each side of center line of public roads in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 S, Range 44 W 6th P.M. TURK’S POND SWA - Baca County From Springfield, go 2 miles N on Hwy287 to CRHH; then 14 miles E to CR39. Go 3.5 miles N. 200 acres. HUNTING: dove. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Closed near pond and administrative building except to retrieve downed waterfowl from opening day of waterfowl season through Feb. 28. Turquoise Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA - Larimer County From Allenspark, go 4 miles N on Hwy7 to Meeker Park (USFS Rd 119); go 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd 325; then 1 mile W. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dusky (blue) grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR SWA - Baca, Prowers counties From Springfield, go 18 miles N on Hwy287 to CRB.5; then 3 miles E. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited in Two Buttes Ponds below dam except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Two Ledge Reservoir - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River - Ouray County From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: a. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From CR23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Res: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Union Reservoir - Weld County a. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAIL DEER UNDERPASS SWA - Eagle County From Vail, go 4 miles W on S side of frontage rd of I-70. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Closed Nov. 1-June 15. 73 �Valco Ponds - Pueblo County a. Boating prohibited including float tubes and inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited. Vallecito Creek - La Plata, San Juan counties From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Weminuche Wilderness downstream to CR501 bridge: a. All kokanee must be returned to the water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. From CR501 bridge to standing water line of Vallecito Res: a. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Valmont Reservoir - Boulder County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. Vancil Reservoir - Morgan County a. Waterfowl hunting prohibited. Vasquez Creek, S Fork- Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Vaughn Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VERNER SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then 5.1 miles W to CR18; then .5 mile W to access road. 1 mile of river. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Special regulations apply. See N Platte River. VIKING VALLEY SWA - Gunnison, Saguache counties RESTRICTIONS: Closed except if authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, W - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA SWA (incl. Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County From LaVeta, go 1 mile E on Bear Ck Rd. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind. Walden Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only except Wally Toevs Pond. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately except in Wally Toevs Pond. WALDEN RESERVOIR SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then .5 mile W. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go 2 miles W on Hwys.6 and 50; turn S on River Rd; go .5 mile; turn S on gravel road. 351 acres. 74 �FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Feb. 28. b. Closed 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d. Fires, dogs, hunting, camping, trapping prohibited. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD ROAD POND SWA - Jefferson County In Denver at I-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: warmwater. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand. d. Camping, fires, hunting, dog training, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. e. Closed except for fishing. f. Trapping only by permit. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. Watson Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County From Ft. Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy287 to Rist Canyon Rd (CR28); go 1 mile. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, dogs prohibited. b. Closed along W bank of Poudre River next to employee housing. WATSON LAKE SWA - Larimer County From Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy287 to Rist Canyon Rd (CR52E); go 1 mile W. 139 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, discharging firearms, ice fishing, boating, ice skating, camping prohibited. b. Closed on NW side as posted. c. Parking prohibited on south dam. d. Use or possession of live minnows prohibited. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. f. Horsepasture Pond: Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. WEBSTER SWA - Weld County From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy85 to CR394; then 2 1/4 miles. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Except, shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows allowed for hunting. b. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. WELLINGTON RESERVOIR #4, SMITH LAKE SWA - Larimer County From I-25 at the Wellington exit, go .3 miles W on Hwy1 to CR7; then 1.4 miles N to CR66; then 2 miles W. Wellington Res #4:105 acres. Smith Lake: 30 acres. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. 75 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Hunting, discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires, OHVs, snowmobiles prohibited. c. Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res #4. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. WELLINGTON SWA - Larimer, Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy14 exit, go 9 miles N on E service road to CR64; then 1.5 miles E. COBB LAKE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy14 exit, go 5 miles N on E service road to CR56; then 1.4 miles E. SCHWARE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy14 exit, go 7 miles N on E service road to CR60; then 1 mile E. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hunt waterfowl. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., March 1-14 and Aug. only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake Unit year-round. d. Wellington and Schware units closed March 15-July 15. Wellington closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. e. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Horseback riding prohibited except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. g. Big game hunting restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. WEST BANK SWA - Garfield County Go S on Hwy82, turn right at mile marker 5 on CR154. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy141 bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. West Cross Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WEST LAKE SWA- Larimer County From Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping. FACILITIES: campground, rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand. WEST LAKE SWA - Mesa County FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed 9 p.m.-7 a.m. WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA - Garfield County From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy13 to Hwy325; turn right; go 6 miles to CR252. Go 1 mile NW. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except day after Labor Day-Dec. 31. 76 �WHITE HORSE SWA - Adams County a. Closed except for youths and mentors in Division’s youth waterfowl hunting program and only if authorized by area wildlife mgr. White River - Rio Blanco County From headwaters (including N, S Fork) of White River to Hwy 13 bridge below Meeker: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara and Nelson/Prather leases and Meeker pasture SWA E of Meeker: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Piceance Ck downstream to Utah, including Kinney Res: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. WILLIAMS CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy160 to USFS Rd 631; then 30 miles N. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, open fires, sailboards,prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates white-water wake. c. Snowmobiles allowed only as an aid in ice fishing. Williams Fork Reservoir - Grand County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. Williams Fork River - Grand County From Williams Fork Dam to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch - Larimer County a. From headwaters to Poudre River: Fishing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Windsor Reservoir - Weld County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA - Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles W on Hwy40. SWA on Hwy125. 100 acres. FACILITIES: picnic tables, toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited beyond parking area. b. Hunting, fishing, trapping, discharging firearms, camping, fires prohibited. c. Closed outside viewing area. Closed sunset to sunrise. d. Habitat stamp not required. Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WOODS LAKE SWA - San Miguel County From Telluride, go 13 miles W on Hwy145 to USFS Rd 618 in Fall Ck; then 9 miles S. 160 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: 77 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boats prohibited except float tubes or craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. WRAY SFU - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy34 to CR FF; then 2 miles N. 355 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: b. Camping prohibited except E of CRFF on Chief Ck. c. Hunting, dogs prohibited. Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Wright Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. WUANITA WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA - Gunnison County a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except if inside a vehicle. c. Trash must be packed out. Yampa River - Routt County From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck excluding Catamount Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Walton Ck downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From James Brown bridge to Hwy394 bridge near Craig: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From headwaters of Yampa River to Green River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a. Camping, fires prohibited. Youngs Creek Reservoir #1, #2 and #3 - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. 78 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife’s Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length. That way fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive matching lapel pins. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216, or our Web site. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ........................Length (inches) Species ..............................Length Rainbow trout ........................24 Brook trout..............................16 Golden trout............................16 Splake......................................20 Kokanee ..................................20 Northern pike..........................36 Walleye ..................................26 Yellow perch ..........................12 Smallmouth bass ....................17 White bass ..............................17 Crappie....................................15 Blue catfish ............................30 Common carp ........................30 Brown trout ..................................22 Cutthroat trout ..............................20 Lake trout ......................................32 Arctic char ....................................18 Grayling ........................................15 Tiger muskie..................................40 Saugeye ........................................26 Largemouth bass ..........................18 Wiper ............................................28 Bluegill ..........................................10 Channel catfish..............................30 Black bullhead ..............................14 Grass carp......................................30 HOW TO MEASURE YOUR FISH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass illustrated above to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down as seen in the lake trout. 79 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Adams County Grandview Ponds Lowell Ponds White Horse Alamosa County Higel Playa Blanca San Luis Lakes Archuleta County Devil Creek Echo Canyon Res. Baca County Burchfield Turk’s Pond Two Buttes Res. (also Prowers Cty.) Bent County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Kiowa Cty.) Horse Creek Res. (also Otero Cty.) John Martin Res. Las Animas SFU Purgatoire River Setchfield Boulder County Gross Res. Chaffee County Arkansas Riv./Salida Big Bend Chalk Cliffs SFU Clear Creek Res. Franz Lake Granite Harmon Heckendorf Johnson Village Love Meadow Mount Ouray SFU Mount Shavano SFU Sands Lake Clear Creek County Bergen Peak (also Jefferson Cty.) Mount Evans Conejos County Conejos County Ponds Conejos River Hot Creek La Jara Res. La Jara Sego Springs Terrace Res. Trujillo Meadows Costilla County Mountain Home Res. Sanchez Res. Smith Res. Crowley County Olney Springs Res. Ordway Res. Custer County De Weese Res. 80 Middle Taylor Creek Delta County Crawford Escalante (also Mesa, Montrose Ctys.) McCluskey Roeber Dolores County Fish Creek Groundhog Res. Lone Cone Lone Dome (also Montezuma Cty.) Douglas County Chatfield SFU Columbine Sharptail Ridge Eagle County Basalt (also Pitkin Cty.) Eagle River Gypsum Ponds Radium - (also Grand, Routt Ctys.) Vail Deer Underpass El Paso County Ramah Res. Fremont County Beaver Creek Brush Hollow Treat/Ogden Garfield County Crystal River SFU Fravert Reservoir Garfield Creek Glenwood Springs SFU Hunt Parachute Ponds Piceance (also Rio Blanco Cty.) Rifle Falls SFU Roaring Fork West Bank West Rifle Creek Gilpin County Ralston Creek (also Jefferson Cty.) Grand County Hot Sulphur Springs Junction Butte Kemp-Breeze Radium (also Eagle, Routt Ctys.) Red Mountain Windy Gap Watchable Wildlife Area Gunnison County Almont Triangle Beaver Lake (Marble) Beaver Res. (Minnesota Creek) Cabin Creek Centennial Cimarron (also Montrose Cty.) Dutch Gulch Gunnison Gunnison River (Van Tuyl & Redden) Lake Irwin �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Leaps Gulch Pitkin SFU Roaring Judy SFU Sapinero Spring Creek Res. Taylor River Viking Valley (also Saguache Cty.) Wuanita Watchable Wildlife Area Hinsdale County Brown Lakes Lake Fork of the Gunnison River Mason Family Rito Hondo Res. Road Canyon Res. Williams Creek Res. Huerfano County Huerfano Wahatoya Jackson County Brownlee Cowdrey Lake Delaney Butte Lakes Diamond J Irvine Lake John Manville Murphy Odd Fellows Owl Mountain Richard Seymour Lake Verner Walden Res. Jefferson County Bergen Peak (also Clear Creek Cty.) Ralston Creek (also Gilpin Cty.) Ward Pond Kiowa County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Bent Cty.) Queens Kit Carson County Flagler Res. La Plata County Bodo Durango SFU Haviland Lake Pastorius Res. Perins Peak Lake County Hallenback Ranch Larimer County Bellaire Lake Bellvue SFU Big Thompson Ponds Bliss Boedecker Res. Cherokee Dixon Lake Douglas Res Dowdy Lake Forks Frank (also Weld Cty.) Hohnholz Lakes Lon Hagler Lone Tree Res. Narrows North Fork Parvin Lake Poudre River SFU Poudre River Simpson Ponds Storm Mountain Access Road Twin Sisters Watson Lake SFU Watson Lake Wellington Res.#4 & Smith Lake Wellington - (also Weld Cty.) West Lake Las Animas County Apishapa Bosque del Oso James M. John Lake Dorothey North Lake Spanish Peaks Lincoln County Hugo Karval Res. Kinney Lake Logan County Atwood Bravo Duck Creek Dune Ridge Jumbo Res. (also Sedgwick Cty.) Knudson Messex (also Washington Cty.) North Sterling Res. Overland Trail Prewitt Res. (also Washington Cty.) Red Lion Tamarack Ranch Mesa County Escalante (also Delta, Montrose Ctys.) Horsethief Canyon Jerry Creek Res Loma Boat Launch Mogensen Ponds Orchard Mesa Plateau Creek Tilman Bishop Walker West Lake Mineral County Alberta Park Res. 81 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Big Meadows Res. Coller (also Rio Grande Cty.) Creede Moffat County Bitter Brush Browns Park Elkhead Lake (also Routt Cty.) Little Snake Montezuma County Dolores River Joe Moore Res. Lone Dome (also Dolores Cty.) Narraguinnep Res. Puett Res. Summit Res. Totten Res. Montrose County Billy Creek (also Ouray Cty.). Chipeta Lake Cimarron (also Gunnison Cty.) Escalante (also Delta, Mesa Ctys.) Morgan County Brush Prairie Ponds Brush Cottonwood Elliott Jackson Lake Jean K. Tool Otero County Holbrook Res. Horse Creek Res. (also Bent Cty.) Melon Valley Rocky Ford Timpas Creek Ouray County Billy Creek (also Montrose Cty.) Park County Alma Badger Basin James Mark Jones Knight-Imler 63 Ranch Spinney Mountain Tarryall Res. Teter Tomahawk Phillips County Frenchman Creek Holyoke Pitkin County Basalt (also Eagle Cty.) Coke Oven Prowers County Arkansas River Deadman Granada Holly Mike Higbee Red Dog Thurston Res. Two Buttes Res. (also Baca Cty.) Pueblo County Lake Beckwith Pueblo Res. Pueblo SFU Runyon/Fountain Lakes Rio Blanco County Jensen Meeker Pasture Oak Ridge Piceance (also Garfield Cty.) Rio Blanco Lake Rio Grande County Beaver Creek Res. Coller (also Mineral Cty.) Home Lake Rio Grande Rio Grande (Del Norte) Routt County Adams Christina (Elk River) Chuck Lewis Elkhead Lake (also Moffat Cty.) Emerald Mountain When you leave a body of water: *Remove visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transporting. *Drain water from equipment (boat, motor, trailer, live wells) before transporting. *Clean, dry things in contact with water (equipment, clothes, dogs). *Never release plants, fish or animals into a water unless they came from there. 82 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Finger Rock SFU Indian Run Mount Werner Radium (also Eagle, Grand Ctys.) Rock Creek Service Creek Steamboat Springs Yampa River Saguache County Cochetopa Dome Lakes Russell Lakes Viking Valley (also Gunnison Cty.) San Juan County Andrews Lake San Miguel County Dan Noble Dry Creek Basin San Miguel Woods Lake Sedgwick County Julesburg Jumbo Res. (also Logan Cty.) Pony Express Sand Draw Sedgwick Bar Summit County Blue River Teller County Dome Rock Pikes Peak Rosemont Res. Skaguay Res. Washington County Messex (also Logan Cty.) Prewitt Res. (also Logan Cty.) Weld County Banner Lakes Brower Centennial Valley Frank (also Larimer Cty.) Kodak Watchable Mitani-Tokuyasu Nakagawa Seeley Res. Webster Wellington (also Larimer Cty.) Yuma County Sandsage Simmons South Republican Stalker Lake Wray SFU OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW’s law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-877-COLOOGT toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 83 �Map of S. Platte, N. Republican, Arkansas and South Republican river drainages RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on hunting information (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope, Bear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7529 Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7533 Small Game, Upland Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7546 Turkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7547 Waterfowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7548 Hunter Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7528 84 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Native) Trout - Cutthroat have a crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cutthroat trout is Colorado’s official state fish. Mountain Whitefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout’s, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles. White Crappie - Have six spines on dorsal fin and banded body. Black crappies have 7-9 spines on dorsal fin and a mottled body. Rainbow Trout - Identifying marks are black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout - Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body. Kokanee Salmon - At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and turn brick red. Smallmouth Bass - Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) - Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body. Veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. Wiper - A hybrid between white bass and striped bass. Artwork by Joseph R. Tomelleri 85 �� https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/0e39a4340df95c801faba80b9851ccc9.pdf 7b7b5aff3f1e70d08ceee8ce15af857a PDF Text Text Colorado Fishing 2006 Coming In 2006: Habitat Stamp See“What’s New” Fishing Regulations & Property Directory �WHAT’S NEW FOR 2006 New Definitions: The definitions of artificial flies and lures, baits and float tubes have changed. See “Definitions.” New Bag Limits: There are changes in bag limits for some species. See “Bag and Possession Limits.” Walleye/Saugeye: Many waters have new length and bag limits for walleye and saugeye. See “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other waters: Have new bag and size limits for 2006, including Granby Res., Delaney Buttes Lakes, the Gunnison River and other waters. See “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Seniors Fish Free: New legislation allows Colorado residents 64 and older to fish free. See “License Requirements. Mollusks: Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use as bait now is prohibited. Fee Increase: The Colorado Legislature has approved a license fee increase, starting Jan. 1, 2006. Habitat Stamp: As of Jan. 1, 2006, hunters, anglers and visitors to state wildlife areas must buy a Habitat Stamp. See “Habitat Stamp.” PEAC Surcharge: The fee bill included a 75-cent surcharge for the Wildlife Management Public Education Fund. FISHING SEASON DATES Jan. 1- Dec. 31 Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise stated in this brochure. Free Fishing Days Residents and nonresidents can fish in Colorado without a license only the first full weekend of June each year. All other rules and regulations apply. 2006 LICENSE FEES Residents Annual Fishing (16 and older) ......................................................................................$26 Combination Fishing & Small Game ............................................................................$41 Senior Annual Fishing (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) ..............................Free Nonresidents Annual Fishing ..............................................................................................................$56 Five-Day Fishing License ..............................................................................................$21 Residents and Nonresidents One-Day Fishing License ................................................................................................$9 Second Rod Stamp ..........................................................................................................$5 (Second rod stamp available to licensed residents, licensed nonresidents and youths under 16 years, licensed or unlicensed.) License costs include a 25-cent search and rescue fee, and 75-cent PEAC surcharge. TOTAL LICENSING SYSTEM The DOW and license agents use point-of-sale computer terminals to sell licenses. Agents also offer other services, such as replacing licenses. You also can buy licenses through the DOW’s Web site or by calling, 1-800-244-5613. You can use a credit card for phone or internet purchases. Learn more about the licensing system on our Web site, www.wildlife.state.co.us. HEALTH ADVISORY FOR EATING FISH Fish you catch in Colorado generally are safe to eat. Some fish in a few Colorado waters may contain contaminants at levels posing a health risk to certain people who eat fish frequently. Fish consumption information is important to everyone, but especially women of child-bearing age, nursing mothers, infants and young children. To reduce exposure to contaminants, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment provides advice to help you make choices about what fish to eat and how often. Information is posted at specific waters. Also find information at www.cdphe.state.co.us (look under Environment A-Z, then go to “F”) or call (303) 692-3550. 2 �LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. A fishing license is required for people 16 and older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans except as noted in this brochure. 2. Children under 16 don’t need a fishing license and can take a full bag and possession limit. 3. Colorado residents age 64 and older can obtain a free annual fishing license from any DOW office or license agent, starting Jan. 1, 2006. 4. Low-income fishing licenses also are available for Colorado residents age 64 or older. These licenses are free and valid for a person’s lifetime. For information and eligibility requirements, contact any DOW office. 5. Seniors must carry either a lifetime or free fishing license with them while fishing. 6. Anglers must comply with habitat stamp requirements. 7.You can use a second rod, handline or tip up if you buy a second rod stamp. You can buy only 1 second rod stamp per calendar year. (a) Youths under 16 who are not required to buy a fishing license still must have a signed second rod stamp. (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A second rod stamp is not required when only using trotlines or jugs. 8. To collect fish, amphibians and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you need a commercial fishing license. Applications are available from DOW. Commercial licensees must submit annual report to DOW within 30 days of license expiration. 8. Licenses expire on the date printed on them. 9. Licenses are nontransferable. False statements made in buying a license render it void. 11. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by filling out an application and paying a $5 fee. 12. Wildlife violations have specific point values. People who accumulate 20 or more points in 5 years can have their license privileges suspended or revoked. 13. Colorado residents on active duty with U.S. armed forces out of state can fish free without a license while here on temporary leave, max. 30 days a year. You must carry official leave papers while fishing. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS These are the qualifications to be considered a Colorado resident for a fishing license: 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in Colorado for at least six months immediately before buying a license and who intends to make Colorado home. (Except #2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel, servicemen of U.S. allies, and personnel of U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on permanent active duty orders. The dependents of these also qualify. Active duty does not include reserve status or National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before buying a license, including students temporarily absent from Colorado but enrolled full time at a state college or university. HABITAT STAMP New For 2006: Now everyone can play a part in conserving Colorado’s habitat, the key to wildlife’s future. To preserve wildlife habitat for future generations, sportsmen and conservationists joined to develop the habitat stamp. Money from the program is designated for acquiring and managing habitat for hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing. Understanding the need to protect habitat and its economic benefit to the state, Colorado lawmakers approved the habitat stamp, which will be offered starting Jan. 1, 2006. For people 19-64, the stamp is $5 and is required on the first 2 licenses bought in a calendar year. The stamp is $10 if bought without a license and is required of people 19-64 who use a state wildlife area. Lifetime stamps are $200. People younger than 19 and older than 64 are not required to buy the stamp. Anyone can buy a habitat stamp and be part of Colorado’s future. See our Web site for details. DISABLED VETERAN LICENSES Applications for free licenses are at DOW offices. Send applications to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Licenses valid only during Colorado residency. People eligible for free licenses: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent station in Colorado. 2. Resident patients at a VA hospital. 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or mental health institution under staff supervision. 4. Totally and permanently disabled Colorado residents per Social Security Administration or 3 �Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security documentation of permanent and total disability. If documents do not specify “totally and permanently disabled,” you must provide documentation that Social Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; b. Or, physician’s statement attesting your total and permanent physical or mental impairment prevents gainful employment and is reasonably certain to continue throughout your life; c. Or, Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation Final Admission of Liability form indicating total and permanent disability. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. Disabled veterans must have served on active duty in the armed forces, honorably discharged and established to DOW a service-connected disability rated by the VA a min. 60% through disability retirement benefits or pension because of a public statute administered by the VA or military. You can get proof of disability by requesting an eligibility letter from the VA, 1-800-827-1000. Meeting these requirements qualifies you for a free, lifetime resident combination small game and fishing license. If born before Jan. 1, 1949, you must comply with hunter education requirements. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of or combination of natural or synthetic, nonedible, nonscented (regardless if scent is added during the manufacturing process or applied after) materials such as wood, plastic, silicone, rubber, epoxy, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include anything defined as bait below. BAIT: Hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. Devices with scents or smell attractants added or externally applied, regardless if added during manufacturing or after. Scented manufactured fish eggs and traditional organic baits, including but not limited to worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows, dough baits, stink baits, insects, crayfish, human food, fish, fish parts or fish eggs. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish, or material fish may eat, in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn’t include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: Efforts to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans, including by hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. FLOAT TUBE: Floating device suspending 1 person in water from the seat down, not propelled by oars, paddles or motors. GAME FISH: All species except prohibited nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes, but not limited to, brown trout, cutthroat trout, golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid), brook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids), speckled dace, rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, minnows (except brassy, plains, plains top and suckermouth minnows). GIG: Barbed fork with 1 or more tines attached to handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. MINNOW: Members of families classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except nongame, threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: One where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part of year. Man-made ditches or other channels are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians or crustaceans. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under control of someone nearby. COMMON HOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having common shank. Hooks attached to manufactured artificial lures are considered a common hook. SIZE OR LENGTH: Fish length with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net vertically in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with float on each end from which droplines are attached. WATER CONTACT ACTIVITIES: Swimming, wading (except when fishing), waterskiing, sailboarding, scuba diving and other water-related activities that put a person in contact with the water. 4 �LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE Methods not listed below are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks. 2. TROTLINES: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline allowed per license holder. (c) Must be anchored and marked at each end of line with floats, be max. 150 feet long and weighted to place line a min. 3 ft. under water. No more than 25 droplines. (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on common hook on each dropline. (e) Must be tagged with user’s name, CID number and date set. (f) Must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3. JUGS: (a) Permitted only on specific waters listed in this brochure. (b) 10 allowed per license holder. A jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook. (c) Must be tagged with user’s name and CID number. (d) Must be checked at least hourly. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs allowed statewide for taking carp. East of Continental Divide, gizzard shad, white or longnose suckers can be taken unless prohibited in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other fish can be taken only when authorized in specific waters in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Underwater spearfishing of lake trout prohibited. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 ft. of float with National Divers’ Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached by safety line max. 10 ft. long. (c) Archery and gigs are allowed to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging is permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during times listed in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” Other fish species snagged must be returned to water immediately. 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or when authorized for emergency salvage. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” (b) Seines must be of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines cannot exceed 20 ft. long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or others approved by DOW for emergency salvage. (c) Hand-held dip nets are allowed for fish taken according to baiting restrictions. 8. LIVETRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots, are allowed only for taking crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as a fishing aid. 10. BAIT: Legal if used where permitted as a fishing aid, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISHING: Some waters may be restricted by local laws. Unless otherwise stated, waters open to ice fishing have these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Fires on ice must be enclosed. (c) No littering allowed on ice. (d) Portable ice shelters (where permitted) must be removed at end of day. (e) Permanent shelters (where permitted) must display owner or user name, address, telephone and CID number legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. Letters must be min. 2 inches high. 4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: (a) Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited E of Continental Divide above 7,000 feet, on Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties, and Watson Lake in Larimer 5 �County. Use or possession of live fish as bait is prohibited W of Continental Divide except Navajo Res. (b) The only species that can be taken and/or used for consumption or personal use as bait (alive or dead) by fishing, seining, netting, trapping or dipping are: minnows (except in “c” below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt. Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. It is illegal to take, have or take for private or commercial use as bait: mollusks; threatened or endangered species; or species listed as nongame in wildlife regulations. See 5 and 6 below for a list of these species. (c) The only species that can be taken for commercial use are: minnows (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those threatened, endangered or prohibited). See “Nongame Species.” (d) Taking bait fish is prohibited statewide in natural streams, springs and waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties and standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use, min. size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from tip of acumen (bony spike between eyes) to telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and traps must be labeled with licensee’s name, address and license number. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light is allowed. (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, hand, traps, seines, nets. (h) MOLLUSKS: New for 2006. Taking mollusks for personal or commercial use is prohibited. 5. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES: It is illegal to take or use these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, river shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions as listed in this brochure. (a) Colorado Pikeminnow (squawfish): olive-green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend past its eye. Populations limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa. (b) Bonytails: large fins and streamlined body tapering in front of tail. Close to extinction in the wild, last sighted in Colorado River near Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. (c) Humpback Chubs: prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind the head, small eyes, thin section in front of tail and long snout. Largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National Monument. (d) Razorback Suckers: bony, keel-edged hump that rises on back just behind head. Limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. 6. NONGAME SPECIES: It is illegal to have or harvest bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, stoneroller, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. 7. PROHIBITED SPECIES: These species and their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bighead carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mud snail. 8. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered without approval by the DOW if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing. Application and nonrefundable fee are required at least 60 days before contest. You must obtain written approval from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout are permitted only on waters with more than 200 surface acres and managed as a catchable fishery. All regulations 6 �apply. Public fishing areas must stay open to free public fishing regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by DOW are exempt. 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish, except for approved contests, into public waters. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for scientific research with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 10. ILLEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone other than DOW or someone with an aquaculture license, stocking permit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish into Colorado waters. It is illegal to move fish between waters. Illicit stocking can have far-reaching effects on fish populations, including sport fish. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fish from predation and competition, and often harm native fish recovery. 11. DONATING FISH: You can donate edible parts of fish to like-license holders anywhere or to anyone at the recipient’s home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. A“likelicense” is a Colorado fishing license. 12. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: Species in this brochure, or parts of game fish, transported within or exported from Colorado, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by license or photocopy of license and donation certificate, if needed. 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, the DOW can allow licensed anglers to take the fish by approved methods. 14. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH: Fish MUST be released alive immediately in same water where caught. Returning fish alive is not simple. Some ways can kill them. For the best chances of survival: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; don’t squeeze fish or put your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out. (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessary, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release in quiet water. (f) In catch-and-release waters, strongly consider barbless hooks. OTHER LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Federal and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, but not through hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by DOW is prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain State School Trust lands are open to public fishing under leases with the DOW. See State Trust Lands brochure. It is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by DOW without first obtaining permission from lessee. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license to fish in the park. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Snowmobile gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on frozen surface of Blue Mesa Res. MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations. Contact reservations for details. Southern Ute Indian Tribe P.O. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, (970) 563-0130. Ute Mountain Tribe Towaoc, CO 81334, (970) 565-3751. Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719) 333-3336. 7 �ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT Zebra mussels are exotics that are spreading across the U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra mussels haven’t been found in Colorado but are transported on boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully, and wash them with hot water before entering Colorado. Also, clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between waters in Colorado. Empty and clean livewells. WHIRLING DISEASE, NEW ZEALAND MUD SNAIL ALERT Help prevent whirling disease and a new exotic species, New Zealand mud snails, from spreading in Colorado by following these guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots and fishing equipment before moving from one body of water to another. 2. Drain water from boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders on site if possible. 3. Don’t dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of water or sink. 4. Always wash or soak waders and boots in water hotter than 130 degrees F or in a 50 percent solution of 409 antibacterial degreaser for at least 10-15 minutes before going to another body of water to fish. 5. See our Web site for more information about aquatic invasive species. GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on lands, waters, frozen surfaces of waters, rights-of-way, buildings or devices under DOW control. Regulations for individual properties are in “Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties.” 1. To enter, use or occupy an area when posted against entry, use or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy an area for commercial purpose or to do land, water, oil, gas or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph where not posted. 5. To leave camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or trailer unattended more than 48 hours, to camp or to park travel trailers or campers on SWAs more than 14 days in 45-day period. 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds, tree stands and steps can be erected on SWAs. No nails can be driven into trees. Man-made materials for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the season when they are used ends. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device, fence, gate, sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or objects of archaeological, geological or historical value. 8. To litter, leave fish, entrails, human waste, waste water, containers or toxic substances; to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to a Division-controlled area for disposal; or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. 9. To build fires without preventing it from spreading; to leave fires unattended. 10. To graze livestock. Horses, mules, llamas, burros may be used in wildlife activities. 11. To have or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal substances. 12. To allow dogs, cats or domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while hunting, while training hunting dogs or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, anchored, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or docks in conflict with boaters or as posted. 16. To snorkel, scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mask, swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exception is where swimming is permitted, when location is identified by a “divers down flag” and when scuba diver has valid S.C.U.B.A. certificate from recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization. 17. To engage in unlawful conduct. 18. To use air or gas-inflated floating device for transportation on or across surface of the water unless device has multi-compartments and a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartment air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swimming areas. 8 �19. To promote, sponsor, conduct or participate in boat regattas, paintball shooting, questing or non-wildlife oriented group activities. 20. To land aircraft. 21. To leave decoys or anything used as decoys in the field or on water overnight. 22. To swim except in designated waters or authorized water contact activities. 23. To discharge a firearm or bow in parking, camping or picnic areas. 24. To fish in fish rearing ponds or raceways on DOW hatchery properties. 25. To conduct field trials or group dog training without first obtaining field trial license. 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. Certified materials must be clearly marked by certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt. Also exempt is hay produced on State Trust Lands leased from DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap unless done according to statutes and regulations. 28. To enter a state wildlife area without a habitat stamp. Non-hunting mentors accompanying youth hunters are not required to have a habitat stamp. BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific species are listed in the chart on next page. Some species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. Some species also are illegal to take or are restricted. See “Special Conditions and Restrictions.” Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on chart. Check “Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties.” If a water is not on the list or no bag limit is specified, statewide limits apply. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in your daily bag or possession limit. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit. When taken by underwater spearfishing, the daily bag and possession limit for fish with established limits is 2. DAILY BAG LIMIT - Max. number of fish you can take in 1 day regardless of what you do with them that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed at any 1 time, including in the field, while transporting, at home or other place of storage. Transporting live fish without proper permits is prohibited. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. Anglers are encouraged to use barbless hooks to help released fish survive. CUTTHROAT WATERS Various cutthroat waters, specifically Cutthroat Conservation and Recreation waters are protected throughout the state. In those waters fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. These restrictions are designed to accommodate the growing number of cutthroat streams and lakes included in conservation and recovery actions. 9 �BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (except kokanee) In aggregate*.................................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches or less statewide ..................................................10 KOKANEE •Angling, snagging statewide ............................................10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, SAUGER •Statewide, in aggregate* ...................................................5 •Arkansas River drainage, in aggregate*,..........................10 except waters with min. size restrictions...........................5 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ...................................................5 WHITE BASS, WIPER, STRIPED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ..................................................10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate*....................................................................20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD and BLUE CATFISH •Statewide, in aggregate* ..................................................10 WHITE and BLACK CRAPPIE •Statewide, in aggregate* ..................................................20 BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED •Statewide in aggregate* ...................................................20 YELLOW PERCH •W of Continental Divide............................................Unlimited •E of Continental Divide ...................................................20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide ...........................1 fish, 36 inches or longer NORTHERN PIKE, WHITEFISH, BULLHEAD ......Unlimited SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN •W of Continental Divide, in aggregate* ..........................20 •E of Continental Divide .............................................Unlimited BULLFROGS..............................................................Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) .......................................Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less than 5 inches long *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. To locate the Arkansas and Republican drainages, see map on page 84 or our Web site. 10 �ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES These waters and DOW properties have more restrictive regulations than standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, etc. If a specific water doesn’t appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wildlife areas (SWA) and state fish units (SFU). Access for people with disabilities varies at SWAs. Contact DOW offices about accessible facilities and programs. Abbreviations used: KS: Kansas Neb: Nebraska NM: New Mexico OK: Oklahoma UT: Utah WY: Wyoming Colo: Colorado Highway Hwy: U.S.Highway CO: County CR: County Road Ck: Creek Div: Divide Dr: Drive Fk: Fork Pk:Peak Res: Reservoir Rd: Road N: North S: South E: East W: West NF: National Forest USFS: U.S.Forest Service CG: Campground SWA: State wildlife area M: Middle Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) - Adams County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go E on Hwy40; turn S on Hwy131. At CR14, go S. SWA 1/2 mile N of Stagecoach State Park. HUNTING: elk, deer, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-July 1. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as aid in hunting upland birds. d. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent, Kiowa counties From Las Animas, go 15 miles N on CR10. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. e. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except fishing. f. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Agnes Lakes (Upper, Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Akron City Lake - Washington County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 18 miles W on Hwy160 to Wolf Ck Ski Area; drive through parking lot. Continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd 391. 240 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 11 �FACILITIES: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA - Park County From Alma, go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy9 to CR4; then 1/4 mile NW. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest rooms, campsites. ALMONT TRIANGLE SWA - Gunnison County From Almont, go 3 miles N on Hwy135. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 20-March 31. American Lakes (Snow Lake, Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. ANDREWS LAKE SWA - San Juan County From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy550 to access road; then 1/2 mile E. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River - La Plata County From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Ck to Rivera Crossing Bridge, GOLD MEDAL WATER. Antelope Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Antero Reservoir - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles SW on Hwy24. 2,200 acres. NOTE: Closed until filled and fishery reestablished. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4; only 1 can be over 16 inches long. Apache Creeks, N & S - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. APISHAPA SWA - Las Animas County From Walsenburg, go 18 1/2 miles NE on Hwy10 to property sign; turn SE and go 20 miles past Mica Butte. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapaho Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS Rd 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont, Lake counties From Hwy 24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 1 under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR102) below Salida, 7 1/2 miles downstream to Badger Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. 12 �Arkansas River, M Fork of S Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters to Boss Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go 4 miles E on Hwy50 to CR39. Go 3/4 mile S across canal; then 1/2 mile W. 98 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee County From Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy285; 1/8 mile E on CR165. Parking at W end. From Salida, NW on Hwy291 for 3 1/2 miles. Go 3/4 mile S on CR150; 1/2 mile SW on CR166 to N bank of Arkansas River. Parking E side of road. 27 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (Note: fishing access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs.) ATWOOD SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy6 to CR29.5; then 1/2 mile S. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Augustora Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora Reservoir - Arapahoe County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this res. BADGER BASIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel go E and W along Hwy24; directly N of Hartsel; and N and S along Hwy9. 22 miles of fishing access. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special fishing regulations apply. See S Platte River and M Fork and S Fork of S Platte River. b. Hunting, camping, fires prohibited. c. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. d. Open only from designated parking areas. Closed beyond fenced and posted easement. BANNER LAKES SWA - Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles E on Hwy52. 934 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from opening of first regular duck season to last day of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and belly boats. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. e. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and April only. No more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of group training events not limited. f. Closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting during this period. Reservations by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. To cancel, call the same number or 13 �you may forfeit reservation rights. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes reservation must be licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. First hunting date available for reservation; Sept. 25; last date: Nov. 8. g. Closed N of Hwy52 April 1-July 15. h. Dog training permitted north of Hwy52 during Feb., March, July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S of Hwy52, Feb. 1-Aug. 31 only. i. Foot access only. Bard Creek - Clear Creek County From headwaters to W fork of Clear Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Barker Reservoir - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. Barr Lake - Adams County From Denver, go NE on I-76 to Bromley Ln; then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd; go 1/2 mile. HUNTING: waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewing, interpretive program, picnicking, hiking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterfowl hunting only, restricted to Sat. and Wed. b. Hunting from designated blinds only. Max. of 3 hunters per blind. Unreserved blinds will be first come, first served after 5 a.m. each day. Reserved blinds unoccupied by 7 a.m. are first come, first served. Mandatory check in. For reservations call 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. First date available for reservation: Oct. 2. Last date : Feb. 13, 2006. To cancel, call the same number or you may forfeit reservation rights. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. BASALT SWA - Eagle, Pitkin counties (Basalt, Christine, Toner, Peachblow, 7 Castles, Schuck) TONER UNIT: From Basalt, go 3.2 miles E on USFS Rd 105 (Fryingpan Rd) to signs; then N. 2,577 acres. CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 1/2 mile W on Two Rivers Rd (old Hwy82) to Homestead Drive; then go N to access road. 2,230 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range. RESTRICTIONS: a. Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating, water activities prohibited on Lake Christine. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d. Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and 3 days after the seasons. e. Closed Dec. 1-April 15 except on Lake Christine and rifle ranges. f. Fires, mountain bikes prohibited. g. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. h. Dogs prohibited except as in “g.” Bear Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to High Drive. Bear Creek - Jefferson County From base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Ck Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma County From headwaters to Dolores River: 14 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Bear Creek Res. - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, W - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA - Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles E on Hwy50 to Hwy67; then 9 miles N to CR132. Or: From Skaguay Dam, downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Ck. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 miles SW on Hwy160 to USFS Rd 360 (Beaver Ck Rd); then 6 miles S. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble) - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile E on CR3. 41 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft. b. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Vehicles prohibited on dam. BEAVER RESERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) - Gunnison County From Paonia, go E on 0-50. Go to USFS Rd 710. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA - Larimer County a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU - Larimer County N of Ft. Collins on Hwy287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on CR28. 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting, dogs prohibited. BERGEN PEAK SWA - Clear Creek, Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 4 miles N on Hwy74 to Hwy103; then 5.9 miles W to Stinton Rd. Go 2.2 miles E. HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access by foot or horseback only. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 15 �BIG BEND SWA - Chaffee County From Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery, NW about 6 miles along Arkansas River. Access from Mt. Shavano NW on CRs160, 163 & 166. Access from N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy285, 1/8 mile E on CR165. a. Arkansas River fishing access only. Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout and/or splake is 3. Only 1 can be more than 26 inches long. BIG MEADOWS RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 11 miles W on Hwyl60 to USFS Rd 4l0; then 2 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. BIG THOMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 5 miles E on Hwy402 to I-25 Frontage Rd; then 3/4 mile N to interstate underpass. Go left through underpass; then 1/4 mile N. 51 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for belly boats used while fishing. c. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or with night hunting permit. Big Thompson River - Larimer County From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BILLY CREEK SWA - Montrose, Ouray counties BILLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy550 to Ouray CR2, then turn left. Road also leads to Nicoll and Porter tracts. COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy550 to Government Springs Rd. Continue on Horsefly Rd to signed access road. CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy550 to Ouray CR8, turn left on lower road. Go through ranch yard; then go 1 1/4 miles on main road to access road. BECKETT TRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles S on Hwy550 to Ouray CR4; turn left. Go 1/2 mile. 5,498 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona tract. b. Closed Jan. 1-April 30. BITTER BRUSH SWA - Moffat County a. Closed Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Vehicles allowed only on CRs59 and 143. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Blacktail Conservation Easement - Routt County. 610 acres. a. Closed Dec. 1-May 31. b. Foot or horseback only June 1-Nov. 30. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) - Alamosa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. BLISS SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy287 to Hwy14; then 41 miles W. 352 acres. 16 �HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boat launchings, takeouts prohibited. Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Coal Ck inlet at Blue Mesa Res, fishing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upstream 1 mile, Jan. 1-June 30. d. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 8. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties From N inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, except Dillon Res and Green Mountain Res upstream to first Colo9 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. From N inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res: a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Jan. 31. From Dillon Dam downstream to N city limits of Silverthorne: a. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From N city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Colorado River, except Green Mountain Res: a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Green Mountain Res upstream to first Hwy9 bridge over Blue River: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. BLUE RIVER SWA - Summit County BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on Hwy9. 82 acres. EAGLE’S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles N on Hwy9. 29 acres. SUTTON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles N on Hwy9. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows, firewood cutting prohibited. b. Vehicle parking overnight prohibited. c. Habitat stamp not required to enter SWA parking lot east of Hwy9. Bobtail Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. BODO SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 1 mile S on Hwy160/550 to CR211; then 1/4 mile W to E boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. BOEDECKER RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 2 miles W on First St to CR2l; then l/2 mile S. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. 1 to end of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or with night hunting permit. Bonny Reservoir - Yuma County (See S Republican SWA) a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 17 �b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. BOSQUE DEL OSO SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, take exit 14A off I-25. Go W on Hwy12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property S of Hwy 30,000 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game, mtn. lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-March 31, except licensed big game hunters and one non-hunting companion. b. Campfires prohibited except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except while hunting. d. Camping prohibited outside designated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. e. Parking allowed only in designated areas. f. Unattended food or garbage only allowed in bear-resistant manners. g. Fishing prohibited on S. Fork of Purgatoire River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. h. Artificial flies and lure only on S and M forks of Purgatoire River in SWA. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. i. Snowmobiles, motorized vehicles, ATVs and bicycles on established roads or trails may be prohibited to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures posted. Boss Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County From upper end of Ebin Fine Park to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Reservoir - Boulder County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. BRAVO SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy6 to CR370; then 1.7 miles NE. 1,082 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. BROWER SWA - Weld County From Evans, go 1 mile E on 37th St. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting Sept. 1-Feb. 28. c. Closed March 1-Aug. 31. d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. 18 �BROWN LAKES SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles W on Hwy149 to USFS Rd 515 (Hermit Lakes Rd). Go 1 1/2 miles W. 520 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. FACILITIES: restroom, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. BROWNLEE SWA - Jackson County North Platte River - From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then 5.1 miles NW to CR18; then 1/2 mile W. 1.14 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See N Platte River. BROWNS PARK SWA - Moffat County COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy318 to CR10; then 17 miles N to CR72; then 9 miles W to fork. Take left fork 4 miles. WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy318 to CR10; then 17 miles N to CR72; then 15 miles W. BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy318. Unit N of Hwy318. 2,226 acres, all units. HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Calloway Unit closed in posted area. BRUSH SWA - Morgan County From Brush, go 2 1/2 miles N on Hwy71 to CR28; then 1 mile N. 588 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Chartier Pond, min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. e. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. g. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Brush Creek - Eagle County From Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA - Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles W on CR123; then 2 miles N. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA - Morgan County From Brush go S on Clayton St to check station; then S 2.25 miles to parking area. 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, rabbit, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. From Feb. 1 until opening day of first waterfowl season, open only for wildlife viewing. 19 �c. From opening day of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30, only migratory bird hunting allowed and only Sat., Sun., Wed. and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving during waterfowl seasons. Reservations required. d. From Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, only hunting allowed. Mandatory check station. Phone reservations available only Dec. 1 during this time. e. Hunters must use designated ponds. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-8469453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out at Brush Memorial Park. f. During waterfowl seasons, hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property is open for hunting the next day. g. Dec. 1-Jan. 31, only hunting allowed. Bull Basin Reservoir #1 - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2, 16 inches or longer. Bull Creek Reservoirs #1, #2 & Connecting Channels - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2, 16 inches long. BURCHFIELD SWA - Baca County From Walsh, go 11 miles E on CRDD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Button Rock Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N on Hwy135 to CR10. Go E on paved road to where USFS Rd 743 begins. Go 8 miles to USFS Rd 604. Turn right and go 3/4 mile. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 1-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream to N side of I-70 Bridge: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Carnero Creek, N, M, S - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County a. Snagging for kokanee is permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Daily bag limit for walleye is 1, 16-20 inches long. Possession limit for walleye is 2. All walleye less than 16 inches long or more than 20 inches long must be returned to water immediately. Anglers: Be aware there are no saugeye in this lake. d. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including N and S forks - Rio Grande County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cataract Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 20 �CENTENNIAL SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles W. SWA N of Hwy50. a. Closed Dec. 1-June 30. b. Motor vehicles restricted as posted. c. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA - Weld County a. Camping, dogs (except for hunting), dog training, fires, target practice, recreational horse use prohibited. b. During regular waterfowl seasons, small game, waterfowl hunting in designated hunt zones. c. Hunting with centerfire rifles prohibited. d. Closed during regular waterfowl seasons, except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. e. Closed March 1-Aug. 31, except on designated trail for wildlife viewing and hunters with spring turkey licenses. f. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. g. Parking only in designated areas. No motor vehicles outside parking areas. h. During regular waterfowl seasons, waterfowl and small game hunting by reservations only. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day; 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. CHALK CLIFFS SFU - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W 2.5 miles on CR162; then N 1/8 mile on CR287. 61 acres. RECREATION: limited public use and tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. Chartier Pond - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Chatfield Reservoir - Jefferson, Douglas counties a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. CHATFIELD SFU - Douglas County Go S on Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave, turn W on Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res; turn left. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. Cheesman Reservoir- Douglas, Jefferson Counties NOTE: Closed due to Hayman fire until further notice. a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. b. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. d. Ice fishing prohibited. e. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine, Rabbit Creek units) - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Closed Sept. 1-May 1 except for hunting and fishing. c. Hunting and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. d. Horseback, bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, except horses used to hunt big game. Cherry Creek Reservoir- Arapahoe County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. 21 �b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. Cheyenne Creek, N - Teller, El Paso counties a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Gold Camp Rd. Chinns Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. CHIPETA LAKE SWA - Montrose County From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy550 to Chipeta Dr; then 1/2 mile N. 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater and coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise. d. Hand-propelled watercraft only. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk River fishing easement) - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles N on CR129 (Elk River Rd.) FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. CHUCK LEWIS SWA - Routt County From Hwy 40, go S on Hwy131 to CR14F. Take 14F W to CR14. Go N to parking area. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Camping, fires, bicycles prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except in hunting waterfowl or dogs aiding the disabled. e. Big game, small game hunting prohibited. f. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on CR14F. g. Horses prohibited outside parking area. h. Float tubes prohibited, except those designed exclusively for fishing. Cimarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. CIMARRON SWA - Gunnison & Montrose counties From Montrose, go 23 miles E on Hwy50 to Little Cimarron Rd; then 2 miles S to access road; then 1 1/2 miles SW. 6,161 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Parking in established parking areas only. Clear Creek - La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds - Adams County a. Fishing prohibited except youths in DOW angler education activities. Clear Creek Reservoir - Chaffee County a. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 from gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res) downstream to Clear Ck Res. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 13 miles N on Hwy24 to CR390; then 1/2 mile W. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: 22 �a. Camping (except in established camping areas on W end of SWA), fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy24. c. Snagging kokanee allowed Oct. 1-Dec. 31 upstream to gauging station (1/2 mile above Clear Ck Res). Clear Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Clinton Reservoir - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles E on Hwy50 to Hwy114; then 20 miles S to Cochetopa Ck. HUNTING: blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. c. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA - Pitkin County From Basalt, go 30 miles E on USFS Rd 105 (Fryingpan River Rd). 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. COLLER SWA - Mineral, Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 1/2 miles W on Hwy149. 579 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, snowmobiles, overnight parking prohibited. Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand, Mesa counties From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy 40 bridge: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy40 bridge) to Troublesome Ck (5 miles E of Kremmling): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Troublesome Ck to Rifle Ck in Rifle: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From the I-70 exit 90 bridge at Rifle to Utah. a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (N Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res dam spillway to Granby Res, incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting after Nov. 13. Colorado Springs Water Supply Reservoirs #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Fishing prohibited, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downstream for 1/2 mile on city of Colorado Springs property. COLUMBINE SWA - Douglas County a. Hunting, fishing, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Riparian areas closed to protect Preble’s meadow jumping mouse as posted. c. Habitat stamp not required. 23 �Como Creek - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to N Boulder Ck. CONEJOS COUNTY PONDS SWA - Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles E on Hwy136. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. Conejos River - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade CG, a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County From headwaters, including Big Lake, to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CONEJOS RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Conejos County From Antonito, go 15 miles W on Hwy17 to Conejos Ranch. Fishing easements intermittent for next 16 miles and are signed. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. Connected Lake - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CORN LAKE SWA - Mesa County From Clifton at I-70 business exit #37, go SW on I-70 business loop to Hwy141 (32 Rd); then 2 miles S. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Sheep Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. COTTONWOOD SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles E on CRW.7. 884 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except with night-hunting permit. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. COWDREY LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Cowdrey, go 2 miles S on Hwyl25. Or, from Walden, go 7 1/2 miles N on Hwy125. Entrance W of road. 280 acres of land; 80 acres of water. 24 �HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Crawford Reservoir - Delta County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to N boundary fence, fishing in spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CRAWFORD SWA - Delta County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. CREEDE SWA - Mineral County From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy149 to undesignated rd; then 1/2 mile S to Rio Grande. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garfield County 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing equipment, waders, hunting, camping, dogs prohibited. Culebra Creek - Costilla County From Hwy159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Landowner permission and Colorado Courtesy Card required, available at San Luis Visitor Center. Cunningham Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Daigre Lake - Huerfano County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. DAN NOBLE SWA - San Miguel County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles E on Hwy145 to USFS Rd 610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd); then 17 miles S. 2,223 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, shelters, well with potable water. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Miramonte Res Tract: 1. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. 2. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting waterfowl. 3. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 a.m. 4. Waterskiing, jetskiing prohibited except in designated areas. b. On Greager Tract: 1. Closed March 1-May 15 except with permit from area or district wildlife mgr. for viewing purposes. 2. Viewing site limited to designated area. 3. Viewers must follow all restrictions and conditions on permit. 25 �4. Snowmobiles, camping prohibited. 5. Foot or horseback only. DEADMAN SWA - Prowers County From Granada, go N on Hwy385, 2.5 miles to CRJJ; then 2.5 miles E on CRJJ to CR27. Turn S on CR27; go 1/2 mile to parking area. 503 acres. HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES SWA (N, S, E) - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then go 5.3 miles W to CR18. Go 4.5 miles W on to CR5; then 1/2 mile N. 2,620 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. d. Artificial flies and lures only. e. Brown trout 14-20 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. f. Rainbows and cutthroats 18-22 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. g. N Delaney Butte Lake - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam Sept. 15-Nov. 15. 2. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. h. S Delaney Butte Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited in inlet upstream of standing water line. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEVIL CREEK SWA - Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles W on Hwy160 to USFS Rd 627; then 2 miles N. 561 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. DE WEESE RESERVOIR SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy69 for 5 miles, turn N on Copper Gulch Rd to access rd. 780 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) - Jackson County From Walden, go N on Hwy125. Parking areas are 1, 2 and 4 miles N of Walden. 3,129 acres of land; 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: city-owned camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Michigan River. b. Hunting prohibited E of Hwy125. DIXON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From I-25 at Prospect St exit near Ft. Collins, go 7.1 miles W on Prospect St to Overland Trail; then .7 miles S to CR42C. Go W .9 miles. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 26 �b. Craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only. c. Hunting prohibited. Dolores River - Dolores, Montezuma counties From W Fork Dolores River downstream to standing water line of McPhee Res.: a. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov. 15-Dec. 31 when snagging permitted. From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. DOLORES RIVER SWA - Montezuma County From Dolores, go 5 miles NE on Hwy145. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds. DOME LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles E on Hwy50 to Hwy114; then 22 miles SE. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited except on CRs NN14 and 15GG. b. Camping permitted during waterfowl seasons in designated safety zones only. c. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in designated safety zones. d. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid or on leash. e. Closed except by foot or horseback from established parking areas. f. Parking only in designated areas. DOME ROCK SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy67 to Rainbow Valley; then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Horseback, pack animals allowed only on designated roads and trails except if used as a big game hunting aid. c. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 on Spring Ck and Dome View trails, and Dome Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge. d. Foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mueller State Park. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Wellington exit on I-25, go 5.5 miles W, S and W on Hwy1 to CR15; 1 mile N on CR15 to CR60; then 1/4 miles W to LaVina Dr. N on LaVina Dr to lake. From Ft. Collins at Hwys.287 and 1, take Hwy1 N for 4 miles to Waverly cutoff (CR15). Go N on CR15 to CR60. Then 1/4 miles W to LaVina Dr go N. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, fires, camping, discharging firearms or bows, sailboards, sailboats, ice skating, ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise, . DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USFS access rd. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. 27 �RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. DRY CREEK BASIN SWA - San Miguel County From Naturita, go 17 miles S on Hwy141. Hwy141 goes SW through property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA - Logan County From Crook, go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy55. 1,121 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. DUNE RIDGE SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy6 to CR370; then 5 miles SW. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. DURANGO SFU - La Plata County In Durango, next to Animas River. 14 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: visitors center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. DUTCH GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 5.3 miles E; then 7.3 miles S on CR42, which becomes BLM Rd307. a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles allowed only on improved road. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting or on leash. d. Closed March 1-June 15. e. Foot or horseback only from designated parking areas. f. Parking only in designated areas. Eagle River - Eagle County From confluence of E Fork and S Fork downstream to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. EAGLE RIVER SWA (Fishing Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile E on Hwy6; then go 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. c. Open only in designated areas as posted to protect private property. 28 �East Pass Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. East River - Gunnison County From upstream boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to Taylor River: a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2 under 12 inches long. c. Taking kokanee prohibited. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU boundary: a. Fishing prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR SWA - Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles S on Hwy84. 211 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping, fires, waterskiing prohibited. Elevenmile Reservoir - Park County a. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. Only 2 can be over 16 inches long. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ELKHEAD LAKE SWA - Moffat, Routt counties a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake N of bouy line or within 100 yds. of boat ramp. b. Camping prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. d. Closed within 50 feet of spillway. Elkhead Reservoir - Moffat, Routt counties Managed by State Parks. See State Parks for regulations. a. Only 2 bass in aggregate can be longer than 15 inches. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for largemouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. c. Bag and possession limit for crappie is 10. ELLIOTT SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on CRW.7. 2,576 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds on Union Tract. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. f. West Elliott: Closed in 80-acre part N of S. Platte River, S of Rd W7 and E of railroad. UNION TRACT: 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at check station. 2. Closed except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. 3. Waterfowl hunting permitted first come, first served, from teal season through end of first split of regular duck season and on specific days through rest of season by lottery. 4. Waterfowl hunting permitted from designated blinds as posted or within zone for each blind. See waterfowl brochure for information. Person making reservation must hunt property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable; up to 3 guests may use hunt zone with applicant. 5. Max. 4 hunters per blinds/zones. No more than 8 hunters at a time. 29 �NORTH TRACT: 1. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. 2. Max. 2 groups or vehicles daily. Max. hunters per group is 4. Mandatory check station. 3. From Aug. 1 through March 31, hunting allowed only Sat., Sun., Wed., Labor Day, Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day. 4. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. QUINT TRACT: 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big, Little) - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and max. size for trout is 2, 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited in Lake Ck inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan. 1-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County a. Closed Dec. 1-June 30. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Foot or horseback only. d. Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. e. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. Empire Reservoir - Weld, Morgan counties a. Closed to goose hunting in part of Weld and Morgan counties bounded on N by Bijou Canal from US34 W to Weld CR91 (Chapelton Lane); on W by Weld CR91 from Bijou Canal to I-76; on S by I-76 from Weld CR91 to Colo144; on E by Colo144 from I-76 to US34; and on NE by US34 from Colo144 to Bijou Canal. ESCALANTE SWA - Delta, Mesa, Montrose counties HAMILTON TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd), to G50 Rd. go 2 miles NW. Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy50. LOWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd). PICKETT CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N. CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles N on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd; then 11 1/2 miles N. WEST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd. Go 5 miles W; then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge Rds; then 6 miles NE. WATERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff; then 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon; then 3/4 mile upstream S of Gunnison Riv (primitive rd). GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon Rd; then 3 miles SW to Gunnison River; then 3/4 mile upstream S of Gunnison River (primitive rd). 5,019 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, interpretive program, historical area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau during upland game or migratory bird seasons. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. c. Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts closed March 15-July 31. d. On Lower Roubideau, hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be 30 �accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County From Yampa, go 3 miles S on Hwy131. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing, camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited in designated safety zones as posted. FISH CREEK SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 12 miles N on Hwy145 to USFS Rd535; then 12 miles N to Fish Ck access road; then 1 1/2 miles N. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, snowshoe hare. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER RESERVOIR SWA - Kit Carson County From Flagler, go 5 miles E on RdU. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, turkey. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. During waterfowl seasons, only craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motors allowed b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing permitted Sun. and Mon., June 1-Aug. 31. c. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Florida River - La Plata County a. Snagging kokanee permitted above Lemon Res, Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FORKS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, fires, hunting, target practice prohibited. b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except walk-ins only Nov. 1-March 31. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County a. From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1Nov. 30. b. Foot and horseback access only. FRANK SWA - Larimer, Weld counties From I-25 at Windsor exit, go 2.3 miles E on Hwy392 to CR13; then 1/2 mile S. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, prairie dog, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Camping, fires prohibited. 31 �d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. f. During regular waterfowl seasons, reservations required by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date; 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established zones. h. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. FRANZ LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy291 to CR154; then 3/4 mile W. SWA is SW of Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. FRAVERT RESERVOIR SWA - Garfield County a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Reservoir - Moffat County From 50 yards either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 5 miles W on Hwy6 to CR29; then 1/2 mile S. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Fryingpan Lakes 2 & 3 - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Fryingpan River - Eagle, Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam to Roaring Fork River (14 miles) -GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and max. size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. GARFIELD CREEK SWA - Garfield County From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on CR312 to Garfield Ck Rd; then 1 mile S. 13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 7 days before start of regular big game seasons through 7 days after regular big game seasons end. b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of CRs312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d. Closed Dec. 1-July 15, except for spring turkey hunting below and small game hunting above junction of CRs312 and 328. e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid. f. Bicycles allowed only on CRs312 and 328. George Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Cornelius Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 32 �GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles N along Mitchell Ck. 2 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs prohibited. Golden Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Ck to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. GRANADA SWA - Prowers County From Granada go N on Hwy385; turn E on Half St. (first rd N of railroad). Go 1.5 miles. 3,672 acres. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, deer. FISHING: warmwater fishing in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. c. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. Other vehicles allowed only on access roads, parking areas. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. Granby Reservoir, including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout, except lake trout, and kokanee is 4, singly or in aggregate. Sept. 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. d. Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res. only Sept. 1-Dec. 31 except Columbine Bay. e. Fishing prohibited in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Ck upstream, Oct. 1-Dec. 31. f. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4. Only 1 can be over 36 inches long. b. From Oct. 1-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. c. Portable ice fishing shelters only. d. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. e. Closed to goose hunting on lakes and within 100 yds. of high-water lines, including Shadow Mtn Res, Windy Gap Res. Grandview Ponds - Adams County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. GRANITE SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, 17 miles N on Hwy24. Access from Chaffee-Lake county line downstream to 1/4 mile below Granite Bridge. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater fishing on Arkansas River. Green Mountain Reservoir - Grand & Summit counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Green River - Moffat County a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Grieve Ranch Conservation Easement - Routt County a. Fires, snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, commercial use, woodcutting and gathering prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting. c. Firearms prohibited except for hunting. d. Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Closed on hay meadows N of CR129. f. Fishing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water line on either bank. Griffith Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 33 �b. Bag and possession and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County From standing water line of Vallecito Res upstream: a. All kokanee must be returned to water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee allowed Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Grizzly Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR SWA - Boulder County a. Boating, floating devices prohibited. Gross Reservoir - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 25 miles N on USFS Rd526 to USFS Rd533, then 5 miles NE. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 1/2 mile April 15-July 15. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison & Montrose counties From East and Taylor rivers downstream to Hwy50 bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Res., including tributary canals and diversions: a. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-Oct. 31. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res dam: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. From Crystal Res. Dam downstream 200 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res dam to N Fork of Gunnison River - GOLD MEDAL WATER & WILD TROUT WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Brown trout 12-16 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Bag and possession and size limit for brown trout is either: 1. 4, no greater than 12 inches long, or 2. 3, no greater than 12 inches and 1 at least 16 inches long. d. Rainbows must be returned to water immediately. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 6 miles W on Hwy50. 2,800 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-March 31. b. Camping restricted to designated areas. c. Beaver Ck Trail restricted to foot or horseback. 34 �GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy135 to CR13. Turn left and go 1/4 mile to where road jogs left and becomes Tincup St. in Gunnison. Go W 3 blocks to Palisade city park. Parking N side park. Accessed by foot 1/2 mile W of parking lot. HUNTING: deer. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Access by foot only. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except waterfowl with shotguns. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Gunnison, Hinsdale counties From the headwaters to waterfall at Sherman: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. From first bridge crossing above Lake San Cristobal downstream to Lake San Cristobal: a. Artificial flies only. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cherry Ck to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession and min. size limit for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cherry Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From upper Red Bridge CG boundary downstream to Blue Mesa Res: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. GYPSUM PONDS SWA - Eagle County I-70 to Gypsum exit, take S side frontage rd of I-70 E to parking area. 90 acres. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HALLENBACK RANCH SWA - Lake County a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed Dec. 1-March 31 and on W 1/3 of SWA as posted, April 1-June 15 to protect wintering and calving elk. Hamilton Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited. HARMON SWA - Chaffee County a. Campfires, dogs, overnight camping, firearms, hunting prohibited. Harvey Gap Reservoir - Garfield County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for channel catfish is 2. Hat Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HAVILAND LAKE SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 18 miles N on Hwy550 to USFS Rd 671; then 1/2 mile E. 208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. 35 �RECREATION: camping, boating. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Craft propelled by hand or electric motor only. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont County From headwaters to Hayden Ck: a. Fishing prohibited. Headache Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 5 miles N on Hwy24 to CR361; then 1 mile W. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. Hermosa Creek, E Fork - LaPlata County From headwaters to Sig Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hidden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HIGEL SWA - Alamosa County a. Closed Sept. 1-Feb. 14, except Sat., Sun., Wed. and legal holidays. On Sat., Sun., Wed., and legal holidays, Sept. 1-Feb. 14, access permit required. Max. 25 permits daily. Contact DOW in Monte Vista for free permit, first come, first served, (719) 587-6900. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 to protect nesting water birds. c. Area wildlife mgr. may authorize educational or scientific special uses during closures. HIGHLINE LAKE SWA - Mesa County a. Closed to waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun. Highline Reservoir - Mesa County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKES SWA - Larimer County From Hwy14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles N on Laramie River Rd (CR103). 80 acres of water, 1 mile of river. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area. c. Grace Ck Rd closed Dec. 1-Aug. 15. d. Sailboards prohibited. e. Hohnholz Lake #3: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. HOLBROOK RESERVOIR SWA - Otero County From Swink, go 3 miles N on CR24.5 to CRFF; then 1/2 mile E. 670 acres. FISHING: warmwater. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. 36 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited in safety zone on SW side of residence as posted. HOLLY SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go 1 mile N on CR34. 55 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) - Phillips County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 4 miles S on Hwy385 to CR14; then 4 miles W. 80 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. HOME LAKE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 1 1/2 miles E on Sherman Ave. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Only craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor. Except, motorboats allowed as in “b” below. b. Motorboats up to 10 hp allowed any time. Motorboats over 10 hp allowed only 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. c. Closed sunset to sunrise except for fishing or with night hunting permit. Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Res inlet ditch) - Park County a. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Timber Lake) - Bent, Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 miles N on Hwy109 to Cheraw; then 2 miles E on CRJJ.5 to CR33. Go 7 miles N. 2,603 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except for fishing. HORSETHIEF CANYON SWA - Mesa County I-70 W to Fruita exit, take Hwy340 S 1 mile to property sign; take access road 4 miles. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, pheasant. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. d. Waterfowl hunting on Sat. restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. e. Closed 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for fishing. f. Mandatory check station. g. Quail hunting prohibited. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed.-Fri. except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year’s Day. h. To hunt waterfowl on W end of property, you must reserve a specific designated blind and are restricted to hunt within 100 yards of blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Reservations first come, available at check station. Permits not required for waterfowl hunting E of pump station. i. Turkey hunting prohibited. 37 �Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. b. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. HOT CREEK SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy15 to access road; then 5 miles W. 3,494 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. 1-April 30. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA - Grand County JENNY WILLIAMS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to CR50 (E end of Colorado River bridge); then 2 miles S. BYERS CANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles W on Hwy40 to range (N of highway). BREEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy40 past Parshall; go .5 mile. Look for mile marker 196. Turn left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or go W 3/4 mile for more parking. Unit is 11.5 miles W of Kremmling. BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to Colorado River bridge; then S at E end of bridge. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to Colorado River bridge; then S at W end of bridge. PAUL F. GILBERT FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy40 to W end of Colorado River bridge; then S. LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3.5 miles W on Hwy40 to unit (S of Hwy). 1,173 acres, all units. KEMP UNIT: From Granby, go 14.5 miles W on Hwy40; turn left on CR3 and go over Colorado River bridge. Turn right on second road, or go another .5 mile, and turn right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACILITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Ck Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. b. Discharging firearms prohibited in Beaver Ck Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. Gilbert Fishing Area. c. Byers Canyon Rifle Range closed between sunset and sunrise. d. Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be closed to protect wintering big game. Huerfano River - Huerfano County From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. HUERFANO SWA - Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles W on CR580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. HUGO SWA - Lincoln County CLINGINGSMITH TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR109; 2 1/4 miles E on CR2G. 2,240 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. 38 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited. Hunt Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. HUNT SWA - Garfield County From Rifle, go 2 miles E to Mamm Ck exit. Take frontage road W 1 mile. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: Non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. Illinois River - Jackson County On MacNaughton SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. INDIAN RUN SWA - Routt County From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy317 to CR67; then 6 miles S. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; go 5.1 miles W to CR18. Go 4.5 miles W to W.Rd.5; go 1.5 miles SW to CR22. Go 2.5 miles. 0.7 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Raspberry Ck, Norris Ck, Roaring Fork Ck. on Irvine SWA: b. Hunting, camping prohibited. JACKSON SWA - Morgan County From I-76 at the Hwy39 exit, go 7.4 miles N on Hwy39 to Hwy144; then 1 mile NE to CR5; then 3.8 miles N to CRCC; then 1 mile W to CR4; then 1/4 mile S. 394 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp). RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular waterfowl season. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake and elsewhere as posted. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. f. Target practice prohibited except with area wildlife mgr. authorization. g. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. h. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. Jackson Lake and State Park - Morgan County a. Ice fishing permitted only as posted in State Park. Portable ice fishing shelters only. b. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. d. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. e. Fishing outlet ditch below dam and around rotary screen prohibited as posted. f. Fishing prohibited in lake at State Park, Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season. Bank fishing permitted from dam and State Park boat ramp until Nov. 30. JAMES M. JOHN SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles on NM Hwys72 & 526. Go N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake Dorothey SWA; then NW 4 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. Plus 6,000 acres leased. HUNTING: elk, deer, bear, mountain lion, small game, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, mountain biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited within 100 feet of streams. b. Closed Dec. 1-April 1. 39 �c. Foot or horseback access only. d. Hunting access restricted in regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing. JAMES MARK JONES SWA - Park County From Hwy24 E of Hartsel, take CR15 (Elkhorn Rd) N 15 miles to sign. Go W 1.8 miles to parking area. From Hwy285 at Como turnoff, take CR15 SE 8 miles to sign; go W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Jan. 1-May 1. b. Fires prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking areas. JEAN K. TOOL SWA- Morgan County From Ft.Morgan, go 4 miles NE on I-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd; then 1 3/4 miles N. 903 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. JENSEN SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy13 to CR30. 5,955 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Closed Jan. 1-July 15. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Res #1 & 2) - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Hunting, firearms, ice fishing, camping, fires, motorized and non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals, boating, floating, swimming, wading prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lakes closed. e. Float tubes with chest-high waders allowed. Jim Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy184 to CR40; then 4 miles N. 120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Reservoir to Hwy14: a. Fishing prohibited Jan. 1-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. Joe Wright Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout (except grayling) is 2, 16 inches long. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA - Bent County From Las Animas, go 20 miles E on Hwy50 to Hasty. SWA 2 miles S of Hasty. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. 40 �FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted on US Army Corp of Engineer land under lease by DOW or State Parks to provide for waterfowl resting. d. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. e. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. JOHNSON VILLAGE SWA - Chaffee County From Hwy24 bridge over Arkansas River, W half of river .25 mile upstream and .5 mile downstream. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater stream. JULESBURG SWA (Julesburg, Ovid leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 1/2 mile S on CR29. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. JUMBO RESERVOIR SWA - Logan, Sedgwick counties From I-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy138; then 1 mile NE to CR95; then 2 miles N. 1,703 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Min. size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. d. Fishing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south dams or 50 yards of outlet tower Oct. 1-last day of waterfowl season. e. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet structure. f. Boating prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular goose season. Except, hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pick up decoys and to retrieve downed waterfowl. g. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. h. Waterskiing prohibited before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat., Sun. and Mon. of Memorial Day weekend. i. Vehicles limited to 250. JUNCTION BUTTE SWA - Grand County From Kremmling, go 3 miles S on Hwy9 to CR387 (dirt road); then 1/2 mile E. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hang gliding prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited except day after Labor Day through last day of regular big game season. Juniata Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. 41 �KARVAL RESERVOIR SWA - Lincoln County From Hwys.94 and 109, go S 10 miles on Hwy109. 235 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. Kelly Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. KEMP-BREEZE SWA - Grand County a. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted to ages 15 and under, and mobility-impaired anglers restricted to wheelchairs. b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-July 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center) - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA - Lincoln County KINNEY LAKE TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR109 to CR2G; then 2.5 miles E to CR2J; then 1 mile E. 320 acres. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. Kitson Reservoir - Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for grayling is 2, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA - Park County From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy285. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See South Platte River, S Fork. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Closed beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. KNUDSON SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to CR370 (information center, museum); then 1 mile SW. 581 acres. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. KOA Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA - Weld County From Windsor at Hwys.392 & 257, 3 miles S on Hwy257 to parking area S of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed sunset to sunrise. 42 �b. Hunting, fishing, camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash. Lagerman Reservoir - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LA JARA RESERVOIR SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy15 to access road; then 10 miles W. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LA JARA SWA - Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Rd. 2,808 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. 1 through Thursday before Memorial Day. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Lake Avery - Rio Blanco County (See Oak Ridge SWA) LAKE BECKWITH SWA - Pueblo County a. Hunting, camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. b. Craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor only allowed. c. Frozen surface of lake closed. d. Habitat stamp not required. LAKE DOROTHEY SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526; go N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles. 4,804 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey, bear. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or 100 ft. of streams except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d. Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Foot or horseback only from established parking areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LAKE FORK OF THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Hinsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles N on Hwy149 to S end of easement. FISHING: coldwater stream. LAKE IRWIN SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Ck Rd (730) to Kebler Pass Rd (12); continue N to USFS Rd 826; go 1.5 miles. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LAKE JOHN SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12W; then 8 miles W to CR7; then go 7 miles. 43 �565 water acres, 282 land acres. HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. RESTRICTIONS: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. b. Camping in established areas only. c. Waterskiing, sailboards prohibited. Laramie River - Larimer County In Hohnholz SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas W on Hwy194, go 4 miles; N on CR5.5. 69 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs prohibited. LEAPS GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy135 to CR10. Go E on paved road to where USFS Rd 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFS Rd 743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. 1-April 30. Little Green Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Little Muddy Creek Lake - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LITTLE SNAKE SWA - Moffat County From Maybell, go 17 miles N on CR19. CR19 runs through SWA. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons until 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. Little Vasquez Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA - Mesa County From Fruita, take I-70 to Loma exit (#15); then go 1.2 mile S on frontage rd; turn SE 1/2 mile to Colorado River. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, discharging firearms, launching, using personal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. b. Parking in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles W on CR14W to CR21S; then 1 1/2 miles N. 181 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, archery range, nature trail. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond. b. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, target practice prohibited. 44 �e. Dog training prohibited Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. LONE CONE SWA - Dolores County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles E on Hwy145 to USFS Rd 610; then 24 miles S. 5,030 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: two-horse corrals, domestic well water, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. LONE DOME SWA - Dolores, Montezuma counties From Cortez, go 21 miles N on Hwy491 to CRDD; then 1 mile E to CR16; then 3 miles N to access road; then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge. 1,724 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited except in designated areas. b. Fires prohibited. LONE TREE RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/2 miles W on CR14W to Lone Tree Dr; then 1 mile S on access road. 502 water acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. b. Fishing prohibited in outlet canal as posted. c. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass, wipers, walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. d. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. e. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. f. Camping, fires, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, horseback riding prohibited. g. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. h. Closed in heron nesting closure area as posted. i. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or with night hunting permit. j. Dog training prohibited Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. k. Discharging fire arms may be prohibited by posting to protect public safety. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Ck) and Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Long Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May 1-July 15. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. LOVE MEADOW SWA - Chaffee County a. Habitat stamp not required to enter information kiosk. 45 �LOWELL PONDS SWA - Adams County In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. Boating prohibited on Sheets Lake. c. Hunting, discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires, dog training prohibited. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. e. Trapping by permit only. f. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. Lower Latham Reservoir - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. McCall’s Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. MCCLUSKEY SWA - Delta County From Paonia’s Onarga Ave, go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd, which becomes 4100 Rd. At stop sign, turn right on Stewart Mesa Rd, which turns S and becomes 4050 Rd. At S end, it forks; turn left on L30 Rd. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, rabbit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Closed except to hunt, fish or trap. Closed from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake - Adams County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir - Montezuma County a. Smallmouth and largemouth bass 10-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2. b. Hunting, trapping prohibited. MANVILLE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwyl4 to CRl2W; go 5 miles W to CRl8; go 4.5 miles SW to CR5; go l/8 mile S. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See Roaring Fork Ck and N Platte River. Martin Lake - Huerfano County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MASON FAMILY SWA - Hinsdale County From Powderhorn, go 14.7 miles S on CR27 (Cebolla Ck Rd.) 1,429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking. May Creek - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek - Alamosa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 46 �b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek, Little and Hudson Branch - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MEEKER PASTURE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy13 to CR8; then 2 miles E. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. MELON VALLEY SWA - Otero County Go 2 miles N of Hwys.71 and 50; then 1 mile E of Hwy 71 on Rd80.5. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentor must be 18 or older, comply with hunter education requirements and accompany youth while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Meredith Reservoir - Crowley County a. Closed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1-last day of waterfowl season as posted. b. Trotlines, jugs permitted. MESSEX SWA - Logan, Washington counties From I-76 at Merino exit, go 2 miles N to Hwy6; then 1.75 miles NE to CRR; then 1.5 miles N; then .5 mile W. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Landowner permission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted. e. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. f. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. g. Closed 9 p.m.-3 a.m. except with night hunting permit. h. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year, and require landowner permission on easement. Trials in Sept. must be incidental to field trial on adjacent private property. Michigan River - Jackson County On Diamond J SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Middle Creek, E - Saguache County From headwaters to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. MIKE HIGBEE SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 4 miles E on Hwy50. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA - Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E on Hwy263. 13 acres. HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. 47 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed March 1-Aug. 15 except dates established yearly for spring turkey hunting. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA - Mesa County a. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping, fires, motorized and non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals prohibited. c. Firearms prohibited except for (a) above. Montgomery Reservoir - Park County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited on S side of reservoir and from W face of dam as posted. c. Fishing prohibited Dec. 1-May 31. Monument Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison, Montrose counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned to water immediately. MOUNT EVANS SWA - Clear Creek County From Denver, take I-70 W to Evergreen Pkw. exit; go 6 miles S on Hwy74 to Evergreen Lake; turn right on Upper Bear Ck. Rd. Go 6.5 miles to CR480; go right on CR480 for 3 miles. 3,438 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, blue grouse, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or on leash. c. Closed Jan. 1-June 14. d. Groups of 25 or more must obtain a permit; 1 group at a time. e. Vehicles prohibited day after Labor Day-June 14 except in regular rifle deer and elk seasons. MOUNT OURAY SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy291; go .5 mile W on CR154; go 1.25 miles NW on CR160. 231 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (access not on both sides of river; see signs). MOUNT SHAVANO SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy291 to CR154; then .5 mile W. 186 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. MOUNT WERNER SWA - Routt County a. Habitat stamp not required. MOUNTAIN HOME RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From Ft. Garland, go 2.5 miles E on Hwy160 to Trinchera Ranch Rd; then 2 miles S to Icehouse Rd; then 1 mile W to N entrance. Or, continue 1 mile S to S entrance. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterskiing prohibited. Mower Reservoir - Jefferson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. 48 �MURPHY SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1 mile E on CR12. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA - Weld County From Kersey, go 5 miles E on Hwy34 to CR61; then 2 miles N. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. NARRAGUINNEP RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy491 to Hwy184; then 2 miles E. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. NARROWS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, fires, hunting, target shooting prohibited b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except for walk-ins only Nov. 1-March 31. Native Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake - Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Reservoir - Archuleta County a. Trotlines permitted. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp, mooring cove only. Navajo River - Archuleta, Conejos counties From headwaters to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Nee Grande Res - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee Noshe Res - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Nee So Pah Res (Sweetwater & Jet) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. New Windsor Reservoir - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting within 400 yds. of occupied dwelling, without first obtaining permission from owner or person in charge, or within 1/4 mile from center line of these roads: from CR74 and Colo257 N to CR78; E to CR21; S to CR74; then W to Colo257, including area formed by these roads. c. Closed to waterfowl hunting 150 yds. of Colo257 centerline between CRs78 and 74; CR74 between Colo257 and CR21. Newlin Creek - Custer, Fremont counties From headwaters to USFS boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 49 �b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Norris Creek - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. NORTH FORK SWA - Larimer County From Drake, go 1/4 mile W on Devil’s Gulch Rd. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. NORTH LAKE SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, go 35 miles NW on Hwyl2. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only on North Lake. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. North Platte River - Jackson County On Brownlee, Manville, Peterson and Verner SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From S boundary of Routt NF to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. North Sterling Reservoir - Logan County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long, only 1 can be longer than 25 inches. c. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. e. Boating prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. f. Hunting from dam prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except in established areas. Northwater Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 21 miles E on CR8 to CR17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd); then 1 1/2 miles S. LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy13 to CR8; then 19 miles E. SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles E on CR8 . SLEEPY CAT FISHING EASEMENT (see White River): From Meeker, go 17 miles E on CR8 to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. 50 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Sleepy Cat Ponds and Sleepy Cat fishing easement closed except for fishing. b. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit. c. Hunting prohibited except archery S of CR8, west of CR17, and N and E of CR10. d. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jetskis prohibited. Boating permitted only if it does not create whitewater wake. ODD FELLOWS SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then 5.1 miles W to CR18; then 4.5 miles W to CR5; then 1.5 miles SW to CR22; then 2.5 miles. Access also at Irvine SWA. 0.7 mile of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hunting prohibited. b. Special regulations apply. See Roaring Fork Ck. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA - Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on CR7. 8 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Discharging firearms prohibited. ORCHARD MESA SWA - Mesa County a. Access only from parking area on C Rd between 30 and 31 Rds. b. Camping, fires, horses prohibited c. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. d. Closed March 15-July 14 to protect nesting migratory birds. e. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds or zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for details. f. No other small game hunting allowed. g. Deer hunting by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction, (970) 255-6100. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline Aug. 1. h. Hunting by bows and shotguns with shotshells only. i. Dogs allowed only as hunting aid. ORDWAY RESERVOIR SWA - Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles N on Hwy71. (SWA W of Hwy) 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Osier Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. OVERLAND TRAIL SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go .5 mile S on Hwy63 to CR16; then E .5 mile;. 192 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sept. 1-May 31, hunting permitted only Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays and opening days of plains rifle deer and late rifle deer seasons. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. b. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check station. c. Foot access only and only from check station parking lot. d. Limited to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. e. Wildlife viewing only permitted June 1-Aug. 31, on Sat., Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. f. Turkey hunting allowed opening day, Sat., Sun., Wed., of turkey seasons. g. Camping, fires, dog training, horses prohibited. 51 �h. Discharging bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy14 to CR25; then 6 miles SW. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir - Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. Parachute Creek, E Fork - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA - Garfield County a. Camping, fires, swimming prohibited. b. Float tubes permitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA - Larimer County From Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Fishing in inlet (Lone Pine Ck) prohibited from lake upstream to CR74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd) as posted. d. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. e. Fishermen must enter on foot through gate at check station and must check in and out at check station if open. Pass Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RESERVOIR SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 8 miles E on Hwy160 to Hwy172; then 2 miles S to CR302; then 1 mile S to CR304; then 1/2 mile W. 85 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Hunting prohibited except Sat., Sun. and Wed. Pasture Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake - Routt County Including inlet stream for 1/4 mile above inlet, and outlet stream 1/4 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 18 inches long. c. Habitat stamp not required to enter property. Pella Crossing Rec. Area Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Trail (USFS Rd 928): a. Fishing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA - La Plata County TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles W on Hwy160 to CR207 (Lightner Ck Rd); turn right and 52 �go 2 miles N to CR208 (Dry Fork Rd). TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles W on Hwy160 to Victory Coal Mine Rd; turn right and go .5 mile on access road (through private property). 13,442 total acres, both tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse,turkey, black bear. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk seasons. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed E of CR208 and N of Hwy160, April 1-July 15. d. Closed from last day of deer and elk seasons to March 31. e. Fires, snowmobiles prohibited. PETERSON SWA - Jackson County a. Special restrictions apply. See N Platte River. PICEANCE SWA - Garfield, Rio Blanco counties SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. SQUARE S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 17 miles S to CR26 (Black Sulphur Ck Rd); then 20 miles W to E entrance. YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 6 miles S to CR20 (dirt road); then 5 miles W to Yellow Ck Rd. LITTLE HILLS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64 to CR5 (Piceance Ck Rd); then 7 miles S to Dry Fork turn-off. Follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. Piedra River - Archuleta County From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd 631 (Piedra Rd) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy160): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Piedra River, E Fork - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Reservoir (Crystal, N & S Catamount) - El Paso, Teller counties a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4. No more than 2 lake trout. b. North Catamount Res: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SWA - Teller County From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road; then 1.5 miles E to Bison Res (NE of res). 635 acres. HUNTING: bighorn sheep. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed April 1-July 15. Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. PITKIN SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 14 miles E on Hwy50 to Quartz Ck Rd; go 14 miles E to Parlin; turn N. 48 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited except in Quartz Ck. b. Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go E on I-70 to exit #49; then 8 miles E on Hwy65 to Hwy330; then turn left to Sunnyside Rd; go 1/8 mile N. 1,346 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. RESTRICTIONS: a. Vehicles prohibited Dec. 1-Aug. 1. 53 �PLAYA BLANCA SWA - Alamosa County a. Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., Sat., Nov. 1-Jan. 30. PONY EXPRESS SWA- Sedgwick County From I-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go .1 mile N on Hwy385 to CR28; then go 1.5 miles W on CR28 to service road; go .1 mile N to parking lot. Or, from Julesburg, go .7 mile W on Hwy138 to CR39; go .9 mile S on CR39. 1,854 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. d. Closed to goose hunting. Except, light goose hunting allowed during special control season and any conservation order for light geese. e. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Porcupine Lake - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. b. Section I - from upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and Section II - from W boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Rd/bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, N Fork - Larimer County From Bull Ck (above Halligan Res) upstream to Divide Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Milton Seaman Res downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, S Fork - Larimer County From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile: a. Fishing prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SFU - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy287 to Hwy14, then 38 miles W. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, dogs, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. POUDRE RIVER SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy287 to Hwy14; then go 1.5 miles W. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, raft take-out. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. 54 �c. Habitat stamp not required on parts posted as city of Fort Collins open space. PREWITT RESERVOIR SWA - Logan, Washington counties From I-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy6; then 3.3 miles NE. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Fishing allowed only from dam Oct. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. Ice fishing allowed only within 50 yards of dam. d. Vehicles limited to 250. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. f. Glass beverage containers prohibited. Camping, fires prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. g. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Boating prohibited Oct. 1 through last day of regular goose season, except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. h. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted for waterfowl resting depending on water levels, weather and presence of birds. Pronger Pond - Logan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds #2, #3 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir - Pueblo County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 18 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. PUEBLO RESERVOIR SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles W on Hwy96. 4,100 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, turkey, dove, waterfowl, scaled quail. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, nature trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, target practicing prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. d. Trapping only by permit. PUEBLO SFU - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd on Hwy96. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, hunting prohibited. PUETT RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy184 to CR33; then 1 mile S to access trail. 1.5 miles E. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. 55 �b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Purdy Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 largemouth can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatoire River, M, S forks - Las Animas County On Bosque del Oso SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA - Bent County From Hwys.50 and 101 in Las Animas, go S on Hwy101; 1 mile to CR10.75; then S on Rd10.75 to RdEE;then W to Rd9.5; then S 1 mile to property at RdsDD & 9.5. 960 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. Queens Res (N, S) - Kiowa County a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. QUEENS SWA - Kiowa County LOWER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy287 to CRC; then 3.5 miles E to Upper Queens. Follow access road S 2 miles. UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy287 to CRC; then 3.5 miles E. NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy287 to CRC; then 1 mile . NEE SO PAH: Closed as posted. NEE NOSHE: From Eads, go 11 miles S on Hwy287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd; then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 acres, all properties. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sail boating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See Nee Gronda Res, Nee Noshe Res, Nee So Pah Res, Queens Res. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec. 1. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens. d. Hunters in Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at check station when open. e. Closed as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl Dec. 1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted. f. Closed as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. 1-last day of waterfowl season. g. ATVs, dirt bikes prohibited. Quincy Reservoir - Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. c. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d. Access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Min. size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA - Eagle, Grand, Routt counties From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles S on Hwy9 to CR1 (Trough Rd to State Bridge); then 12 miles SW. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone as posted. RALSTON CREEK SWA - Gilpin, Jefferson counties From Golden, go 1 mile N on Hwy93 to Golden Gate Canyon Rd. Turn left and go W 13 miles to Golden Gate Canyon State Park headquarters. S of Ralston Ck. 2,100 acres. 56 �HUNTING: big game, small game, furbearers. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except while hunting. RAMAH RESERVOIR SWA - El Paso County From Ramah, go 4 miles W on Hwy24. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping, fires, water contact activities prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. Rampart Reservoir - El Paso County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Ranch Creek, N Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rasberry Creek - Jackson County On Irvine SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RED DOG SWA -- Prowers County From Holly go N on CR35 to RdJJ; then E on RdJJ 2 miles. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. RED LION SWA - Logan County From I-76, take Red Lion exit (#155); go 3 miles N to Hwy138; then 1 mile NE to CR95; then 1/4 mile N. 1,297 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. d. Fishing prohibited on Jumbo Annex Res. except Jan. 1-Sept. 30 when bank and ice fishing allowed in designated areas. e. Boating prohibited. Except, craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. f. Camping, fires prohibited. g. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except if hunting. h. Closed April 15-July 15, as posted to protect nesting waterfowl. i. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. j. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light geese, light goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by CR970, on E by CR97 (CR1), on S by Hwy138 and on W by CR95. k. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. l. Horseback use prohibited. RED MOUNTAIN SWA - Grand County a. Closed Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on a leash. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 57 �RICHARD SWA - Jackson County Fishing access: from Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12W; then 8 miles W to CR7; then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA. Go to S end of Lake John to parking lot. Hunting access: from Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12W; then 13.7 miles W to parking area. Hunting area E of CR12W. 3,817 acres, 6 miles of river. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special restrictions apply. See N Platte River, N Fork. b. Camping prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited within 200 yards of buildings. Ridgway Reservoir - Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. RIFLE FALLS SFU - Garfield County From Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy325. 600 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Camping prohibited except if authorized by hatchery mgr. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas. Rifle Gap - Garfield County a. Bag, possession limit and min. size for smallmouth bass is 2, 15 inches long. b. Smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately May 1-June 15. c. Bag, possession limit and min. size for walleye is 3, 18 inches long. RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy64. 383 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken daily. c. Waterskiing prohibited March 1-June 15. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County From waterfall at S San Juan Wilderness boundary to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral, Rio Grande counties From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to W fence of Masonic Park: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and max. size for brown trout is 2, 12 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. From Hwy149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for brown trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 3 miles E on Sherman Ave. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. Area wildlife manager may authorize access if it won’t harm nesting 58 �or wintering birds. c. Camping prohibited except in parking areas with toilets. d. Area wildlife mgr. may post closures to manage hunting pressure during waterfowl seasons, and to protect maintenance and construction equipment, and human health and safety. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing easements) - Rio Grande County a. Camping prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 35 miles W on Hwy149 to USFS Rd 513; then 2 miles NW to fork. Take right fork 200 yards N. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD CANYON RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles W on Hwy149 to USFS Rd 520; then 4 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork Creek - Jackson County On Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Roaring Fork Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin, Garfield counties From McFarlane Ck downstream to upper Woody Ck bridge: a. Artificial flies only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From upper Woody Ck bridge downstream to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag, possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From 50 yards upstream and downstream from Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. From Crystal River to Colorado River: GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING FORK SWA - Garfield County a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on East River. 778 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited sunset to sunrise. 59 �b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited except in designated areas. Discharging firearms prohibited in designated safety zone. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. ROCK CREEK SWA - Routt County From Kremmling, go 6 miles N on Hwy40 to Hwy134; then 12 miles W over Gore Pass to USFS Rd 206; then 2.5 miles SW. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles NE on Hwy266, cross bridge, turn E on CR80.5. 550 acres. Go 1.25 miles farther E to McClelland tract. 662 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited on Melon Valley Tract except youths 15 and younger. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Mentors must be 18 or older and meet hunter education requirements. No more than 1 mentor per youth. Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County a. Min. size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ROEBER SWA - Delta County From Paonia, go 1 mile S on 4100 Rd (Onarga Ave); turn left on N80 Lane; go 2 miles to 4200 Dr; turn right; go 1 mile to parking lot. Or, from Onarga Ave, go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd to Minerich Rd. Go 1 mile to parking lot. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement. c. Closed from last day of regular big game season through April 30. d. Closed except hunting or fishing. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 15 miles S on Hwy67 to Gold Camp Rd near Victor; then 20 miles E. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 a.m. d. Boating, camping, dogs, fires, picnicking, water contact activities prohibited. e. Closed except by foot from established parking areas. f. Closed Nov. 1-May 10. g. Closed near dam, caretaker’s house and N side of res as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 60 �b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go S on I-25 to exit 98-A; then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field; then E on Runyon Field Rd. .5 mile. 40 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trail, handicapped fishing dock. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, camping, fires, ice fishing, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed sunset to sunrise except fishing. c. Habitat stamp not required if you stay on bike path. RUSSELL LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Saguache, go 9 miles S on Hwy285 to CRR; then 1.5 miles E. 793 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except as posted. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. e. Parking only in established parking areas. f. Sect. 29 closed during waterfowl season. g. Closed after 1 p.m. during first waterfowl season. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the M, S Fork tributaries to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (N) - Boulder County From Horse Ck downstream to inlet of Button Rock Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Saint Vrain Creek (S) - Boulder County From headwaters to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: a. Fishing prohibited, May 1-July 15. San Francisco Creek, M, W forks & W San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County On USFS lands, including W San Francisco Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta County From Hwys.160 & 184 downstream through Pagosa Springs to Apache St and river: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. SAN LUIS LAKES SWA - Alamosa County From Alamosa, go 13 miles N on Hwy17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd; then 8 miles E to access road; then 1/4 mile N. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited N of buoy line. b. Closed N of buoy line and E-W fence line Feb. 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited N of buoy line and E-W fence line. SAN MIGUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing easement) - San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile S on Hwy145. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 61 �SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From San Luis, go 3 miles E on Hwy152 to Hwy242; then 5.2 miles S. FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Hunting, waterskiing prohibited. c. Camping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. SAND DRAW SWA - Sedgwick County From I-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles S on Hwy385 to CR16; turn E to CR49; then 1 mile S. 209 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. One mentor per youth. SANDS LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy291. SWA is E of hwy, opposite Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. SANDSAGE SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 4.5 miles W on Hwy34 to CR35; then .25 mile W to CRCC; then .5 mile S. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. SAPINERO SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles W on Hwy50 (access from Hwy50 at Red Ck, East Elk Ck and Dry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County a. Min. size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except ponds 1 and 1A. c. Dogs must be on 6-foot leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d. Motorized, non-motor vehicles (incl. bicycles) prohibited beyond designated parking areas. e. Hunting, boating, bellyboats prohibited. f. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit. g. Horseback riding prohibited except on established maintenance roads. h. Closed midnight to 5 a.m. i. Other activities prohibited as posted. j. Habitat stamp not required. Second Creek - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA - Sedgwick County From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy138 to access road; then .5 mile S. 885 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. 62 �RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. d. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. SEELEY RESERVOIR SWA - Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles N on 35th Ave. 118 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited except along W shore or from boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA - Conejos County From Manassa, go 3 miles E on Hwy142 to access road; then .5 mile N. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles S on Hwy131 to CR18; then 7 miles SE. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, campfires prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. SETCHFIELD SWA - Bent County From Hwys.50 and 101 in Las Animas, take Hwy101 S 16 miles to CRP. Go W on RdP 1 mile to Rd11; then S 6 miles on Rds11 and 10. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. Severy Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go l4 miles SW on Hwyl4 to CR28; then l mile S to CR11; then 3 miles S to CR288; then .5 mile W. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. 63 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. = Fly/lure only; catch and release - return trout to water immediately. = Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. Chatfield Res. Marston Diverson Strontia Springs Res. Dam Sou th P latt eR iver North Fork Scraggy View P.G. Wigwam P.G. Deckers Wigwam Club (private) Sou th P latt eR iver Cheesman Res. 64 �Hwy 9 Tomahawk SWA Hwy 9 South Platte Rive r Spinney Mtn. Res. = Fly/lure only; all trout 12-20 inches long must be released; 2 trout limit; only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. GOLD MEDAL WATER. El ev en mi le Re s. on ny a C Springer le Gulch mi n ve Bridge e l E ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish; only 1 can be longer than 16 inches. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. NOTE: Closed until filled and fishery re-established. ELEVENMILE RES: 4 trout limit, only 2 can be longer than 16 inches. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct.1-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. SPINNEY MTN. RES: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20 inches or longer. No fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise. No ice fishing. GOLD MEDAL WATER. = Fly/lure only; catch and release. Return fish to water immediately. GOLD MEDAL WATER. Fo rk Hartsel M idd le Hwy 24 SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK (wild trout water within SWA) Hwy 24 So ut h F or k Garo Ante ro R es. Antero Jct. Hwy 285 65 �Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res downstream to Granby Res, incl. Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Snagging prohibited. SHARPTAIL RIDGE SWA - Douglas County a. Hunting allowed only for deer and elk by permit b. Day use only. c. Foot access only. d. Camping prohibited. e. Hunters must have limited deer or elk license for unit 51 before applying for permit. Max. 2 hunters daily. Group applications allowed for max. 2 hunters. Permits valid only 2-3 days starting after Labor Day weekend. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline: third Mon. in July. Applications available from DOW in Denver, 303-291-7227. Permit holders can take 1 non-hunting person along, but that person must stay with hunter at all times. f. Hunters can park in parking area behind gate. g. Vehicles prohibited on SWA beyond parking area. h. Habitat stamp required. Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Sheep Creek, E & W forks - Larimer County From headwaters to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake - Clear Creek County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for splake is 2, 16 inches long. Silver Creek Conservation Easement - Grand County a. Closed from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash at all times. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size is 2, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA - Yuma County a. Closed June 1-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping, fires, dog training prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. SIMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From I-25 at Hwy402 exit (#255), go 2 miles W on Hwy402 to CR9E; then .5 mile N. 44 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. b. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing or with night hunting permit. 63 RANCH SWA - Park County From Fairplay, 15 miles S on Hwy 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct on Hwy285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, big game. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife observation. RESTRICTIONS: a. See S Platte River, S Fork. b. Camping prohibited. 66 �SKAGUAY RESERVOIR SWA - Teller County From Victor, go .5 mile E on CR67 to CR441; then 6.5 miles E. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Slater Creek, S Fork, W Prong of S Fork - Routt County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From Blanca, go .5 mile W on Hwy160 to Airport Rd; then 4 miles S to SWA. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1 through end of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. c. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 on N and E shores. d. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Fishing Lakes N, S, W - Adams County On North Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Fish must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Park - Arapahoe County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park, Teller counties From confluence of M and S forks downstream to Spinney Res - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Some parts (about 100 yds) from CR59 to Elevenmile Res inlet closed to fishing as posted Sept. 15-Dec. 31 for kokanee spawning. From below Elevenmile Dam to Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board’s Marston diversion structure: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. 67 �South Platte River, M Fork - Park County From Hwy9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. South Platte River, S Fork - Park County From Hwy285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. From Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to M Fork of S Platte. a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA - Yuma County From Burlington, go 21 miles N on Hwy385 to CR1; then 3 miles E. Go 2 miles N and 2 miles E. 13,140 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-March. No more than 1 field trial may be authorized Aug.-Sept. b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited on downstream face of dam. c. Parking for waterfowl hunting only in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. SPANISH PEAKS SWA - Las Animas County From Aguilar, go W on Apishapa Rd; follow signs. 6,450 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited except in established areas. b. Access only from established parking areas. c. Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Reservoir - Park County - GOLD MEDAL WATER a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and min. size for trout is 1, 20 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing prohibited. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on CR59. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. Sprat Platte Lake - Adams County a. Artificial fies and lures only. b. Min. size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. SPRING CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy135 to Almont. Turn right on CR742; travel 6 miles to Spring Ck. 68 �Turn left on Spring Ck Rd and go 14 miles. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usually July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. Spruce Creek #1 - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Spruce Creek #3 - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STALKER LAKE SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy34 to CRFF; then 1.5 miles N to access road; then .5 mile W. 75 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. f. Hunting prohibited on W half of Stalker Lake through 2006-07 waterfowl season. g. Hunting allowed from closed area E to Stalker Lake dam until Oct. 31 through 2006-07 waterfowl season. Standley Lake - Jefferson County a. Min. size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. STEAMBOAT SPRINGS SWA - Routt County a. Habitat stamp not required. Stearns Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters to Denver Water Board diversion: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on CR27 to road. a. Closed as posted to prevent road and habitat damage. SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy184. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for trout is 2, 16 inches long. c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 miles: fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Jan. 31. 69 �Swan River, N Fork - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Sweitzer Lake - Delta County a. Hunting waterfowl permitted opening day and Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays. Sylvan Lake - Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Sept. 1-Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA - Logan County From I-76 at Crook exit (#149), go .5 mile N on Hwy55. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Tamarack, Pronger ponds: Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited except in designated camping area. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. No more than 3 trials may be authorized Feb.-March and Aug., and no more than 1 in Sept. e. Mandatory check station. Assigned parking spots. Hunters must stay at assigned check-in area until 9 a.m. when they can walk to adjacent areas and hunt. Deer and turkey hunters required only to check into E or W Tamarack, unit 91. At S Tamarack S of I-76, unit 93, mandatory check in and out. f. Reservations accepted for weekends and holidays as listed. Hunting allowed weekends as listed and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans’ Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day. First hunt date available for reservations: Sat. after Oct. 24. Last date available: last Sunday of regular duck season. Weekdays, weekends and holidays outside reservation period, and any unreserved or open areas, are open to hunting without reservations, regulated through check station. Reservations made by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date; 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property day of hunt. Mandatory check in and check out. g. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. On opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late rifle deer season, closed to all uses except deer hunting. i. Horse use prohibited N of I-76 except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March, April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. j. Camping prohibited except in designated area. TARRYALL RESERVOIR SWA - Park County From Jefferson, go 16 1/2 miles SE on CR77. 886 acres (175 acres of water.) HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed at dam, spillway and outlet structures. b. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake. Taylor Creek, Little - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Creek (N) - Custer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs, tail snares prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. 70 �TAYLOR RIVER SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles N on Hwy135 to USFS Rd 742 (Taylor River Rd); then 18 miles E to base of Taylor Res. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. From top of Taylor Dam downstream 325 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to upper boundary of Sam’s private property (.4 miles): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Camping, fires, hunting prohibited. d. Parking only in designated areas. Teller Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Teller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE RESERVOIR SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 12 miles S on Hwy15 to USFS Rd 250, then 9 miles W. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA - Park County From Jefferson, 2 miles S on Hwy285; then 2 miles N on CR35. 950 acres. HUNTING: big game, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County From Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIR SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 9 miles N on Hwy196 to CRTT; then 1 mile W to CR7; then .25 mile N. 173 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frozen surface of lake closed. Dams, inlets, outlet structures closed except for fishing. TILMAN BISHOP SWA - Mesa County a. Closed during nesting and migratory bird period, March 15-July 14. b. Camping prohibited. c. Mandatory check in and out station. d. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds/zone. Blinds assigned at entrance station, available daily, first come, first served. Max. number of hunters per blind is 4. e. Hunting with bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. f. Deer and pheasant hunting allowed by permit only. Applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines: Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasant. Permits issued by drawing; successful applicants notified by mail. Date, time and location of drawing on application. g. Turkey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. 71 �Timberline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (inc. Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles S on Hwy71 to Hwy10; then 2 miles E across Timpas Ck Bridge; then 1 mile S on CR21; then 1 mile W on CRZ. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles N on Hwy9, then .5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy9, then .5 mile to parking area. 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Special regulations apply. See S Platte River, M Fork. b. Camping, fires prohibited. Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TOTTEN RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Cortez, go 3 1/2 miles E on Hwy160 to CR29; then 1 mile N. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited in inlet Sept. 30-Jan. 20 as posted to protect resting waterfowl. e. Closed along N shore March 1-May 31. f. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. Trapper Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Trappers Lake - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. All fish longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mile. d. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook trout. TREAT/OGDEN SWA - Fremont County From Coaldale, go W on Hwy50 for 2 miles to CR45; turn N and go 1.5 miles. FISHING: coldwater in Arkansas River. Trinidad Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Min. size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and min. size for walleye and saugeye is 5 in aggregate, 15 inches long. Only 1 walleye or saugeye in the aggregate longer than 21 inches can be taken per day. Trout Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. TRUJILLO MEADOWS SWA - Conejos County From Antonito, go 36 miles W on Hwy17 to USFS Rd 118;, then 4 miles N. 72 �FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Turk’s Pond - Baca County a. Hunting prohibited as posted from beginning of first waterfowl season through last day of waterfowl seasons, in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 S, Range 44 W 6th P.M. on private property within 1/4 mile around Turk’s Pond SWA. b. No discharging firearms or arrows from, on or across 50 yds. on each side of center line of public roads in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 S, Range 44 W 6th P.M. TURK’S POND SWA - Baca County From Springfield, go 2 miles N on Hwy287 to CRHH; then 14 miles E to CR39. Go 3.5 miles N. 200 acres. HUNTING: dove. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Closed near pond and administrative building except to retrieve downed waterfowl from opening day of waterfowl season through Feb. 28. Turquoise Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA - Larimer County From Allenspark, go 4 miles N on Hwy7 to Meeker Park (USFS Rd 119); go 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd 325; then 1 mile W. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR SWA - Baca, Prowers counties From Springfield, go 18 miles N on Hwy287 to CRB.5; then 3 miles E. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited in Two Buttes Ponds below dam except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Two Ledge Reservoir - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River - Ouray County From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: a. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From CR23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Res: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. Union Reservoir - Weld County a. Min. size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Min. size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAIL DEER UNDERPASS SWA - Eagle County From Vail, go 4 miles W on S side of frontage rd of I-70. 73 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Closed Nov. 1-June 15. Valco Ponds - Pueblo County a. Boating prohibited including float tubes and inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited. Vallecito Creek - La Plata, San Juan counties From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Weminuche Wilderness downstream to CR501 bridge: a. All kokanee must be returned to the water immediately Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. From CR501 bridge to standing water line of Vallecito Res: a. Fishing prohibited Sept. 1-Nov. 14. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Valmont Reservoir - Boulder County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. Vancil Reservoir - Morgan County a. Waterfowl hunting prohibited. Vasquez Creek, S Fork- Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Vaughn Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat is 2. VERNER SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then 5.1 miles W to CR18; then .5 mile W to access road. 1 mile of river. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Special regulations apply. See N Platte River. VIKING VALLEY SWA - Gunnison, Saguache counties From Gunnison, go E 16 miles on Hwy50 to Doyleville. Turn S on CR3090; go 1 mile to fork in road. Turn right on CR3077; go 2 miles. HUNTING: sage grouse, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except if authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, W - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA SWA (incl. Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County From LaVeta, go 1 mile E on Bear Ck Rd. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind. Walden Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only except Wally Toevs Pond. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately except in Wally 74 �Toevs Pond. WALDEN RESERVOIR SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile W on Hwy14 to CR12; then .5 mile W. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go 2 miles W on Hwys.6 and 50; turn S on River Rd; go .5 mile; turn S on gravel road. 351 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. 1-Feb. 28. b. Closed 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d. Fires, dogs, hunting, camping, trapping prohibited. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD ROAD POND SWA - Jefferson County In Denver at I-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: warmwater. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. d. Camping, fires, hunting, dog training, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. e. Closed except for fishing. f. Trapping only by permit. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. Watson Lake - Larimer County a. Min. size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County From Ft. Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy287 to Rist Canyon Rd (CR28); go 1 mile. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, dogs prohibited. b. Closed along W bank of Poudre River next to employee housing. WATSON LAKE SWA - Larimer County From Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy287 to Rist Canyon Rd (CR52E); go 1 mile W. 139 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting, discharging firearms, ice fishing, boating, ice skating, camping prohibited. b. Closed on NW side as posted. c. Parking prohibited on south dam. d. Use or possession of live minnows prohibited. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. f. Horsepasture Pond: Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger. WEBSTER SWA - Weld County From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy85 to CR394; then 2 1/4 miles. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Except, shotguns, muzzleloaders or 75 �bows allowed for hunting. b. Horse use prohibited except when training hunting dogs and then only allowed in Feb., March and April (through Wed. before spring turkey season opens) and August. WELLINGTON RESERVOIR #4, SMITH LAKE SWA - Larimer County From I-25 at the Wellington exit, go .3 miles W on Hwy1 to CR7; then 1.4 miles N to CR66; then 2 miles W. Wellington Res #4:105 acres. Smith Lake: 30 acres. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Hunting, discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires, OHVs, snowmobiles prohibited. c. Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res #4. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. WELLINGTON SWA - Larimer, Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy14 exit, go 9 miles N on E service road to CR64; then 1.5 miles E. COBB LAKE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy14 exit, go 5 miles N on E service road to CR56; then 1.4 miles E. SCHWARE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy14 exit, go 7 miles N on E service road to CR60; then 1 mile E. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hunt waterfowl. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., March 1-14 and Aug. only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake Unit year-round. d. Wellington and Schware units closed March 15-July 15. Wellington closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. e. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Horseback riding prohibited except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. g. Big game hunting restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. WEST BANK SWA - Garfield County Go S on Hwy82, turn right at mile marker 5 on CR154. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy141 bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Ck: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. West Cross Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. WEST LAKE SWA- Larimer County From Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping. FACILITIES: campground, rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. WEST LAKE SWA - Mesa County FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed 9 p.m.-7 a.m. 76 �WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA - Garfield County From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy13 to Hwy325; turn right; go 6 miles to CR252. Go 1 mile NW. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except day after Labor Day-Dec. 31. WHITE HORSE SWA - Adams County a. Closed except for youths and mentors in Division’s youth waterfowl hunting program and only if authorized by area wildlife mgr. White River - Rio Blanco County From headwaters (including N, S Fork) of White River to Hwy 13 bridge below Meeker: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara and Nelson/Prather leases and Meeker pasture SWA E of Meeker: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From Piceance Ck downstream to Utah, including Kinney Res: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. WILLIAMS CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy160 to USFS Rd 631; then 30 miles N. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sailboards, waterskiing prohibited. Williams Fork Reservoir - Grand County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. Williams Fork River - Grand County From Williams Fork Dam to Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch - Larimer County a. From headwaters to Poudre River: Fishing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Windsor Reservoir - Weld County a. Min. size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA - Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles W on Hwy40. SWA on Hwy125. 100 acres. FACILITIES: picnic tables, toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited beyond parking area. b. Hunting, fishing, trapping, discharging firearms, camping, fires prohibited. c. Closed outside viewing area. Closed sunset to sunrise. d. Habitat stamp not required. Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. 77 �WOODS LAKE SWA - San Miguel County From Telluride, go 13 miles W on Hwy145 to USFS Rd 618 in Fall Ck; then 9 miles S. 160 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boats prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. WRAY SFU - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy34 to CR FF; then 2 miles N. 355 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: b. Camping prohibited except E of CRFF on Chief Ck. c. Hunting, dogs prohibited. Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Wright Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. WUANITA WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA - Gunnison County a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except if inside a vehicle. c. Trash must be packed out. Yampa River - Routt County From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck excluding Catamount Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From Walton Ck downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From James Brown bridge to Hwy394 bridge near Craig: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2. From headwaters of Yampa River to Green River: a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a. Camping, fires prohibited. Youngs Creek Reservoir #1, #2 and #3 - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake - Yuma County a. Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. 78 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife’s Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promote conservation. There are two categories: fish that are kept and fish released. Awards are based on fish length. That way fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive matching lapel pins. Anglers can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver, 80216, or our Web site. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ........................Length (inches) Species ..............................Length Rainbow trout ........................24 Brook trout..............................16 Golden trout............................16 Splake......................................20 Kokanee ..................................20 Northern pike..........................36 Walleye ..................................26 Yellow perch ..........................12 Smallmouth bass ....................17 White bass ..............................17 Crappie....................................15 Blue catfish ............................30 Common carp ........................30 Brown trout ..................................22 Cutthroat trout ..............................20 Lake trout ......................................32 Arctic char ....................................18 Grayling ........................................15 Tiger muskie..................................40 Saugeye ........................................26 Largemouth bass ..........................18 Wiper ............................................28 Bluegill ..........................................10 Channel catfish..............................30 Black bullhead ..............................14 Grass carp......................................30 HOW TO MEASURE YOUR FISH Measure your fish from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail. You may squeeze the tailfin together as shown in the bass illustrated above to obtain a maximum length or you may tilt the tail down as seen in the lake trout. 79 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Adams County Grandview Ponds Lowell Ponds White Horse Alamosa County Higel Playa Blanca San Luis Lakes Archuleta County Devil Creek Echo Canyon Res. Baca County Burchfield Turk’s Pond Two Buttes Res. (also Prowers Cty.) Bent County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Kiowa Cty.) Horse Creek Res. (also Otero Cty.) John Martin Res. Las Animas SFU Purgatoire River Setchfield Boulder County Gross Res. Chaffee County Arkansas Riv./Salida Big Bend Chalk Cliffs SFU Clear Creek Res. Franz Lake Granite Harmon Heckendorf Johnson Village Love Meadow Mount Ouray SFU Mount Shavano SFU Sands Lake Clear Creek County Bergen Peak (also Jefferson Cty.) Mount Evans Conejos County Conejos County Ponds Conejos River Hot Creek La Jara Res. La Jara Sego Springs Terrace Res. Trujillo Meadows Costilla County Mountain Home Res. Sanchez Res. Smith Res. Crowley County Olney Springs Res. Ordway Res. Custer County De Weese Res. 80 Middle Taylor Creek Delta County Crawford Escalante (also Mesa, Montrose Ctys.) McCluskey Roeber Dolores County Fish Creek Groundhog Res. Lone Cone Lone Dome (also Montezuma Cty.) Douglas County Chatfield SFU Columbine Sharptail Ridge Eagle County Basalt (also Pitkin Cty.) Eagle River Gypsum Ponds Radium - (also Grand, Routt Ctys.) Vail Deer Underpass El Paso County Ramah Res. Fremont County Beaver Creek Brush Hollow Treat/Ogden Garfield County Crystal River SFU Fravert Reservoir Garfield Creek Glenwood Springs SFU Hunt Parachute Ponds Piceance (also Rio Blanco Cty.) Rifle Falls SFU Roaring Fork West Bank West Rifle Creek Gilpin County Ralston Creek (also Jefferson Cty.) Grand County Hot Sulphur Springs Junction Butte Kemp-Breeze Radium (also Eagle, Routt Ctys.) Red Mountain Windy Gap Watchable Wildlife Area Gunnison County Almont Triangle Beaver Lake (Marble) Beaver Res. (Minnesota Creek) Cabin Creek Centennial Cimarron (also Montrose Cty.) Dutch Gulch Gunnison Gunnison River (Van Tuyl & Redden) Lake Irwin �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Leaps Gulch Pitkin SFU Roaring Judy SFU Sapinero Spring Creek Res. Taylor River Viking Valley (also Saguache Cty.) Wuanita Watchable Wildlife Area Hinsdale County Brown Lakes Lake Fork of the Gunnison River Mason Family Rito Hondo Res. Road Canyon Res. Williams Creek Res. Huerfano County Huerfano Wahatoya Jackson County Brownlee Cowdrey Lake Delaney Butte Lakes Diamond J Irvine Lake John Manville Murphy Odd Fellows Owl Mountain Richard Seymour Lake Verner Walden Res. Jefferson County Bergen Peak (also Clear Creek Cty.) Ralston Creek (also Gilpin Cty.) Ward Pond Kiowa County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Bent Cty.) Queens Kit Carson County Flagler Res. La Plata County Bodo Durango SFU Haviland Lake Pastorius Res. Perins Peak Lake County Hallenback Ranch Larimer County Bellaire Lake Bellvue SFU Big Thompson Ponds Bliss Boedecker Res. Cherokee Dixon Lake Douglas Res Dowdy Lake Forks Frank (also Weld Cty.) Hohnholz Lakes Lon Hagler Lone Tree Res. Narrows North Fork Parvin Lake Poudre River SFU Poudre River Simpson Ponds Storm Mountain Access Road Twin Sisters Watson Lake SFU Watson Lake Wellington Res.#4 & Smith Lake Wellington - (also Weld Cty.) West Lake Las Animas County Apishapa Bosque del Oso James M. John Lake Dorothey North Lake Spanish Peaks Lincoln County Hugo Karval Res. Kinney Lake Logan County Atwood Bravo Duck Creek Dune Ridge Jumbo Res. (also Sedgwick Cty.) Knudson Messex (also Washington Cty.) North Sterling Res. Overland Trail Prewitt Res. (also Washington Cty.) Red Lion Tamarack Ranch Mesa County Corn Lake Escalante (also Delta, Montrose Ctys.) Highline Lake Horsethief Canyon Jerry Creek Res Loma Boat Launch Mogensen Ponds Orchard Mesa Plateau Creek Tilman Bishop Walker West Lake 81 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Mineral County Alberta Park Res. Big Meadows Res. Coller (also Rio Grande Cty.) Creede Moffat County Bitter Brush Browns Park Elkhead Lake (also Routt Cty.) Little Snake Montezuma County Dolores River Joe Moore Res. Lone Dome (also Dolores Cty.) Narraguinnep Res. Puett Res. Summit Res. Totten Res. Montrose County Billy Creek (also Ouray Cty.). Chipeta Lake Cimarron (also Gunnison Cty.) Escalante (also Delta, Mesa Ctys.) Morgan County Brush Prairie Ponds Brush Cottonwood Elliott Jackson Lake Jean K. Tool Otero County Holbrook Res. Horse Creek Res. (also Bent Cty.) Melon Valley Rocky Ford Timpas Creek Ouray County Billy Creek (also Montrose Cty.) Park County Alma Badger Basin James Mark Jones Knight-Imler 63 Ranch Spinney Mountain Tarryall Res. Teter Tomahawk Phillips County Frenchman Creek Holyoke Pitkin County Basalt (also Eagle Cty.) Coke Oven Prowers County Arkansas River Deadman Granada Holly Mike Higbee Red Dog Thurston Res. Two Buttes Res. (also Baca Cty.) Pueblo County Lake Beckwith Pueblo Res. Pueblo SFU Runyon/Fountain Lakes Rio Blanco County Jensen Meeker Pasture Oak Ridge Piceance (also Garfield Cty.) Rio Blanco Lake Rio Grande County Beaver Creek Res. Coller (also Mineral Cty.) Home Lake Rio Grande Rio Grande (Del Norte) Routt County Adams Christina (Elk River) Chuck Lewis When you leave a body of water: *Remove visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transporting. *Drain water from equipment (boat, motor, trailer, live wells) before transporting. *Clean, dry things in contact with water (equipment, clothes, dogs). *Never release plants, fish or animals into a water unless they came from there. 82 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Elkhead Lake (also Moffat Cty.) Emerald Mountain Finger Rock SFU Indian Run Mount Werner Radium (also Eagle, Grand Ctys.) Rock Creek Service Creek Steamboat Springs Yampa River Saguache County Cochetopa Dome Lakes Russell Lakes Viking Valley (also Gunnison Cty.) San Juan County Andrews Lake San Miguel County Dan Noble Dry Creek Basin San Miguel Woods Lake Sedgwick County Julesburg Jumbo Res. (also Logan Cty.) Pony Express Sand Draw Sedgwick Bar Summit County Blue River Teller County Dome Rock Pikes Peak Rosemont Res. Skaguay Res. Washington County Messex (also Logan Cty.) Prewitt Res. (also Logan Cty.) Weld County Banner Lakes Brower Centennial Valley Frank (also Larimer Cty.) Kodak Watchable Mitani-Tokuyasu Nakagawa Seeley Res. Webster Wellington (also Larimer Cty.) Yuma County Sandsage Simmons South Republican Stalker Lake Wray SFU OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW’s law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don’t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-877-COLOOGT toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 83 �Map of S. Platte, North Republican, Arkansas and South Republican river drainages RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on hunting information (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope, Bear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7529 Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7533 Small Game, Upland Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7546 Turkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7547 Waterfowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7548 Hunter Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291-7528 84 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Native) Trout - Cutthroat have a crimson slash on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cutthroat trout is Colorado’s official state fish. Mountain Whitefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout’s, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Spotting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles. White Crappie - Have six spines on dorsal fin and banded body. Black crappies have 7-9 spines on dorsal fin and a mottled body. Rainbow Trout - Identifying marks are black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large, well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout - Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body. Kokanee Salmon - At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and turn brick red. Smallmouth Bass - Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) - Has a white, irregular spot pattern on dark body. Veriform markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. Wiper - A hybrid between white bass and striped bass. Artwork by Joseph R. Tomelleri 85 � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/72c2840272544e120385c68de61e50cb.pdf c253f8ba9a4be53f87fe82ef45e7478e PDF Text Text �What If You Lost Your Right To Fish In Colorado? u POSTED CLOSED TO FISHING POSTED 0 Protect Your Right To Hunt & Fish SAY ''YES" AND DONATE $4.75 When You Buy Your Fishing License NO FISHING www.WildlifeManagementEducationFund.org Primed for free dislriburion by 1hc COLORADO DMSION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway. Denver. CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by Imming and fishing license fees. Printed January 2005. 450.000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Cover photo by Shem1 Spoelstra Editor: Brighid Kelly The Wildlife Commission selS fishing season regulations in Sept. Wildlife Commissioners (as of Sept. 2004): Philip J. James. chnir: Jeffrey A. Crawford. vice chair: Brad Phelps. secretary: Tom Burke. member: Claire O'Neal. member: Roben Shoemaker. member: Ken Tom:s. member: Bemard Black. member. Rick Ern,tr01u. member: Russell George. ex-officio member; Don Amen~ ex-officio member.The Colorado Di,•ision of Wildlife of the Depanment of Natural Resources prohibits discrimination on the basis of race. color. religion. sex. national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and public participation in its programs and services. For information or to register a complaint, contact the DOW. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. l· ( t R. I I \ H I .\" G 1· II J, ff IJ :t I 1 ,...: C.,, E .V V I A fJ !\. ll I ~ I .\" IJ 1' Water Works Wonders is the theme of a nationwide program to encourage citizens to fish and boat. Fishing can work its magic for you! Ask someone to go fishing this year and enjoy all that Colorado has to offer. �TABLE OF CONTENTS DOW Service Centers ........ .. ............................... 2 What's New tor 2005 ........... .•...................... .. ...... 3 Fishing Sea'ion Dates......... . ................ .... •............ 3 License Fees ........ ..... ......... . ..... ........ ............. 3 New Licensing System . . . ....................... .... .. ... ...... 3 License Requirements .. ... ... . ..... : .......................... 4 Residency Qualifications .... ..... ...................... . ... . ... 4 Free Fishing Licenses........... .. ... ....................... . 4-5 Definitions ................... . ...... . ....................... 5 Legal Methods of Take.... . .. . .. .. ....... .... ... ............. 5-6 Special Conditions and Restrictions ............... . .. .... ...... 6-8 Chumming .. .. .. .................. .... ... .. ......... . ...... 6 Toxicants, Poisons . .................. ..... ................... 6 Ice Fishing .... ...•........................ . . . ..... . ......... 6 Bait Fish .................................................. 6 Threatened and Endangered Species ............. . .............. 7 Nongame Species ............................................ 7 Prohibited Species .......... . ...... .. ............ . . . ......... 7 Fishing Contests . .......... . ... .. ......................... . . 7 Releasing Tagged Fish ..... ...... ...... . ...................... 7 Illegal Transfer of Fish.................................... . . 7-8 Donating Fish ............. . ................................ 8 Transporting, Exporting Fish .. ...... .......................... 8 Other Land' Use Rules ................. . ...... .. ............. 8-9 Bag and Possession Limits .................................. 10-11 Use Fees Required ........ . .................................. 11 DOW Property Regulations .. . .............................. 11-12 Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties ...................... 13-78 Popular Colorado Sportfisb ................................... 79 List of State Wildlife Areas by County ....... .... ... . . ........ 70-83 Recorded Information ........................................ 83 Colorado Master Angler Program ............. . .... . ....... .... 85 The Division of Wildlife's fishing brochure is brought to you courtesy of Colorado's hunters and anglers who paid for it through their license fees. PAID FOR BY Sportsmen �DOW SERVICE CENTERS DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver. 80216 (303) 297-1192 Northeast Region Svc. Ctr. 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Svc. Ctr. 317 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison, Box 128 Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 Northwest Region Svc. Ctr. 71 J Independent Ave. Grand Junction, 8 l505 (970) 255-6 100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 8160 I (970) 947-2920 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Aw. Gunnison, 81230 (970) 641-7060 Southwest Region Svc. Ctr. 15 I E. 16th St. Durnngo, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 8 164 1 (970) 878-6090 Hot Sulphur Springs Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Spring~. 80451 (970) 725-6200 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Spgs., 80477 (970) 870-2197 Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 4255 Simon Rd. Colorado Springs. 80907 (7 19) 227-5200 Pueblo Svc. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo, 81005 (7 19) 561-5300 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 2500 S. Main SL Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salid,L 81201 (7 19) 530-5520 Monte Vista Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road I E. Monte Vista, 8 11 44 (719) 587-6900 www.wildlife.state.co.us 2 �WHAT'S NEW FOR 2005 Blue Mesa: Anglers can catch an unlimited number of yellow perch at Blue Mesa Res. Paintball Shooting: Now is illegal on all Division of Wi ldlife controlled properties. Sprat Platte Lake: New regulations took effect for this Adams County lake. South Platte Fishing Lakes: New regulations have been adopted for this area, open in mid-2005. FISIDNG SEASON DATES Jan. 1- Dec. 31 Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish. amphibians, mollusks and crustaceans day and night. year-round. except as otherwise provided in this brochure. Free Fishing Days • You can fish in Colorado without a license only on thejirst full weeke11d ofJ1111e, each year. All other rules and regulations apply. Open to residents and nonresidents. LICENSE FEES Resident Licenses Annual ( 16 years or older) ....................................................................................$20.25 Combination Fishing & Small Game ....................................................................$30.25 (If horn after 1948. you must show hunter education card first.) Senior Annual Fishing ..................................................................................... .......$10.25 (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) Nonresident Licenses Annual ........................................................................................ :...........................$40.25 Available to Residents and Nonresidents Five-Day License ..................................................................................................$18.25 One-Day Liccnsc .......................... ............................................................................$5.25 Second Rod Stamp ................................. ........................................................... ......$4.00 The second rod stamp is available to licensed residents and nonresidents and to persons under 16 years. whether licensed or unlicensed. Costs include a 25-cent se-.1rcb and rescue fee. NEW LICENSING SYSTEM The DOW and license agents are using point-of-sale computer terminals to sell licenses. Agents sell licenses and offer services. such as replacing licenses. Licenses also are sold via internet through the DOW's Web site or by calling, 1-800-244-561 3. You can use can use a credit card if you buy licenses by phone or internet. In most cases, the license is mailed within 24 hours. For licenses not requiring carcass tags or waterfowl stamps, an authorization number will be issued, allowing you to hunt or fish that same day. Learn more about the licensing system on our Web site. www.wildlife.state.co.us. HEALTH ADVISORY FOR EATING FISH Fish you catch in Colorado generally are safe to ear. Some fish in a few specific Colorado waters may contain contaminants at levels that pose a health risk to certain people who eat fish frequently. Having access to fish consumption advice is important to everyone, but especially for women of child-bearing age, nurs ing mothers, infants and young children. To reduce exposure to contaminants, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment provides advice to help you make choices about what fish to eat and how often. You may see information posted at specific waters. Or. you can find current information at www.cdphe@state.co.us (look under special topics) or call (303) 692-3550. 3 �LICENSE REQUIREMENTS . 1. A fishing license is required for people 16 years or older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans except as noted in this brochure. . -2. •Children under 16 don't need a fishing license, and may ta!ce a full bag and possession limit without a license. 3. You may use a second rod, handline or tip up if you buy a second rod stamp. You can buy only 1 second rod stamp. (a) Youths under 16 years who are not required to have a fishing license still must have a second rod stamp that is signed. • (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A·second rod stamp not required when_ using trotlines or.jugs only. 4. To collect fish, amphibians and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you must have a $20 commercial fishing license. Applications available from the DOW. Commercial fishing license holde~ must submit .an annual re);fort to the DOW within 30 days of expiration of license. • 5. Licenses expire on the date printed or written on them. Licenses nontransferable. False statements made in buying a license render it void, and violators are subject to penalties. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by buying another at a license agency or DOW office and by filling out a lost license affidavit. 6. Violatie>ns of wildlife laws have a specific point value. Anyone who accumulates 20 or more points in 5 years may have their license privileges suspended for up to 5 years. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS Anyone who meets at least one of these qualifications is considered a resident of Colorado for a fishing license: -• . , 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in Colorado for at least six months immediately before buying a license and who intends to make Colora~o home. (Except #2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel, servicemen of U.S. allies, personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic-services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on permanent active duty orde~. The dependents of these people also qualify. Active duty does not include personnel in reserve status or the National Guard. . 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before purchasing a license, including students who are temporarily absent from this state but enrolled full time at a Colorado college or university. FREE FISHING LICENSES Applications for free licenses can be obtained at DOW offices. Send completed applications to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Free licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. People in these categories are eligible for a free fishing license: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are re~ident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent station in Colorado. • 2. Resident patients at a VeteransAdministration (V.A.) hospital. 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or other mental health institution under the supervision ~f its staff. 4. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled as determined by the Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security award,papers documenting a permanent_and total disability. If the documents do not specify "totally and permanently disabled," yoµ must provide documentation that ~odal • Security benefits began 7- or more years ago; ; ,. b. Or, a physician's statement a~fing·you·lia-ye a physical ~r mental impairment that·prevents .gainful employment and that is reas.omibly certainJo continue through.your lifetime; • . . :.-c. Or, a Colorado Division of Wor~·Com~sation "Final Admission of Liability" form indi;. • _.. eating you are totally and permanently disable~-.. • • . • •_,s~ Colorado residents who are disabled veterans;.:~ disabled ve~erao is .a person who served on active duty in the armed forces, separat¢d: ~iip~(~~n~rabl~ conditions and has established to the \~now a service-connected disability rated l?V~'V.A. at 60% .?i ~ore ~ough disability retire: :.).'.Q~pt benefits or a pension because of a publk.statute ad~tered by the V.A. or the Army, •. ,.:·---~ ~·..~~ . •. . • • '•' ·.,·.•··.: �Navy or Air Force. People meeting this requi~ment may obtain a free lifetime resident combination small game hunting and fishing license. • ~ 6. Colo~do residents on active duty with•the U.S. anned forces outside the state can fish free without buying a license while here on temporary leave from duty, not to exceed 30 days a year. You must carry your official leave papers with you when fishing. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of, or a combination of, materials such as wood, plastic, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not· include hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. It also doesn't include devices smaller than 1-1/2 inches long with scents or smell attractants attached. Molded plastic devices less than 1-1/2 inches long also are not considered artificial, as well as foods; organi~ bait such as worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows and fish eggs; and manufactured baits such as imitation fish eggs, dough baits and stink baits. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish or other material which fish might eat in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn't include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: An effort to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks, including using hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. GAME FISH: All fish species except nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes brown trout, cutthroat trout (except greenbacks), golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw); rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid), brook trout, Arctic char; grayling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, • black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie or any muskellunge hybrids, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids}, rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkin- , seed sunfish, flathead catfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers,. topminnows, minnows. GIG: Barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle_. JUGS: Floats wim attached line and common hook. • MINNOW: Memoers offamilies offish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow} and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except those. designated as nongame, threatened or endangered. Nt\.TURAL STREAM: Stream where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part-of the year. Man-made ditches or other water channels are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take· fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under the control of a person nearby. COMMON HOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having a common shll!lk. Hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. • . SIZE OR LENGTH: Length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from tip of ~nout to tip of tail. • SEINING: Capturing live fish with_a net hanging vertically in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. , SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar • devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with f)oat on each end from which droplines are. attached. LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE Methods not listed below are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks attached. • 2. TROTLINES: .(a) Permitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline per license holder. : (c} They must be anchored and marked at each end of the line with floats, be no more than 100 feet long and be weighted to place line a min. of 3 ft. under water. Trotlines can have no 5 �more than 25 droplines. . (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on a common hook on each dropline. (e) Trotlines must be tagged with user's name, Customer ID number and date set. (t) Trotlines must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3.JUGS: (a) Permitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (b) 10 jugs per license holder. Each jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook attached. . (c) Jugs must be tagged with user's name and CID number. (d) Jugs must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs are permitted for taking carp, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers unless otherwise stated in the ..Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" of this brochure. Other game fish can be taken only when· authorized in specific waters listed in ..Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" of this brochure. Lake trout cannot be taken by underwater spearfishing. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) CO2 guns or ~dge-powered spears prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of float bearing the National Divers' Symbol. • • (4) Spears must be attached by a safety line a max. of 10 feet long. (c) Archery and gigs can be used to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during specific times listed in the ..Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" in this brochure. Other species of fish that are snagged must be returned to the water immediately. 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or only when authorized for emergency salvage. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions." (b) Seines must be made of 1/4-incb or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines shall not exceed 20 ft. long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a))Jlowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish inay be taken by these means or any other method approved by DOW when emergency salvage of fish bas been approved. (c) Hand-held dip nets may be used for fish taken according to baiting restrictions below. 8. LIVETRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots, can be used only for crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured· as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as an aid in fishing. •10. BAIT: Legal if used as an aid iil fishing, excep~ by chumming. SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. , 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISHING: Some waters may be restricted by city or other local laws. Unless otherwise stated, all waters open to ice fishing with these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing boles canµot ~xceed 10 inches in di~ter or .19 inches on ~y si~ . (b) Fires on ice must be enclosed in container. • • • • • •• (c) No litter may be left on ice. (d) Portable ice fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed from ice af end of day. (e) Permanent shelters {where permitted), owner or user must display his/her name, address, telephone and CID number legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. 4tters must be min. 2 inches high.. ·4. USE AND COLLECTION OF BAIT FISH: (a) Use or possession of live fish as bait prohibited east of Continental Divide above 7JOOO feet, on Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties, and at Watson Lake SWA in Larimer _6 �County. Using or possessing live fish as bait prohibited west of Continental Divide except in Navajo Reserve~ . • (b) The only fish species that can be taken and/or used for consumption or personal use as bait (alive or dead) by seining, netting, tra~g or dipping are minnows (except in "c" below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, ~ shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers, yellow perch and rainbow smelt Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. It is illegal to take, possess or harvest for private or commercial use as bait threatened or endangered species or species listed.as nongame in wildlife regulations. See #5 and 6 below for a list of these species. (c) The only species that can be taken for commercial use art?= minnows (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited). See ''Nongame Species." . (d) Taking bait fish prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs and all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Parle counties and all standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. • (e) CRUSTACEANS· CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use (commercial permit required), min. size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between eyes) to the telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and traps must be labeled with name, address and CID number of license holder. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be ~ by fishing, archery, by hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light • can be used. • (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, by hand, traps, seines, nets. 5. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIF.S: It is illegal to take or use these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, CQlorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razomack sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner,.river shiner, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout If caught, these species·must be returned to the water immediately. Ex~pt, taking greenback cutthroat trout permitted in specific waters and with restrictions explained in this brochure. (a) Colorado Pikeminnow (squaw&h): olive-green and·gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend past its eye. Populations limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa (b) Bonytails: large fins and streamlined body tapering in front of tail. Clpse to extinction in the wild, last sighted in Colorado River near Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. (c) Humpback Chubs: prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind the head, small eyes, thin section .in front of tail and long snout Largest Colorado populations ~ in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National-Monument . (d) Razorback Suckers: bony, keel-edged hump that rises on back just behind head. Limited to . Upper Basin rivers, especially the. Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. . 6. NONGAME SPECIES: It is illegal to possess or harvest for private or commercial. use: bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains topminnow, stoneroller, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, Iowa darter, flathead chub, mollusks, wood frog, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. 7. PROIDBITED SPEcms:· The following species or their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and their habitat in Colorado. Unl~ authorized in writing·by DOW for controlled and experimental . purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release any of these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfi~; tilapia; bighead carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail. 8. FISHING CONTFSTS: FIShing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing without approval by-the DOW. Application and a nonrefundable $20 fee must be paid to DOW at least 60 days before contest Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout permitted 7 �only on waters with more than 20Q surface acres and managed primarily as a catchable fishery. All reg- · ulations apply; Public fishing areas will stay open to public fishing without charge regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by the DOW exempt 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish other than for approved contests into public waters. DOW can release fish for research and iµanagement Tugged or marked fish also can be released in public waters for scientific research projects with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. . 10. ll..LEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone· other than the DOW or soµieone with an aquaculture license, ~tocking permit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish species into waters of the state. Illicit stocking i~ a growing problem and can have far-reaching effects on fish populations. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fishes through predation and competition, and often harm recovery of native fish. They also ~ve had detrimental effects on sport fisheries. It is illegal to move fish from one water to another. 11. DONATING FISH: Edible portions of gaine fish may be donated to a like-license holder anywhere or to another person at the recipient's home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. Recipient has a "fike.:license" if be/she bas a Colorado fishing license. 12. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: Wtldlife in this brochure, or any portiori of game fish, transported within or exported from this state, must be accompanied by license holder. Wtldlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by the license or photocopy of license and donation certificate if needed. . . 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of ~ing lost, notice will be given that.fish can be taken by licensed anglers by hand, dip nets or methods approved by DOW. • 14. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH: Fish to be released MUST be released alive immediately in the same water where caught Returning fish alive is not simple. There are ways of handling fish that can kill them. Follow these steps to ensure the best chance of survival for the fish: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; do not squeeze fish or place your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If ~ecessary~ gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release fish in quiet water. (f) In catch-and-release waters, strongly consider barbless hooks. OTHER LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Federal and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are' closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, but not through the hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Only people designated by the U:S. Fish & Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans in federal fish hatcheries or rearing units. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps ~r seines set by DOW prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain State School Trust lands are open to public fishing under leases with the DOW. See the current State Trust Lands brochure for properties open to wildlife recreation. It is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by DOW without first obtaining permission from . leasee. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for a list of current regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license in your possession to fish in the park. • CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Snowmobile gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on frozen surface of Blue Mesa Reservoir. 8 �U.S. FOREST SERVICE Fishing regulations in national forests in Colorado are determined by the DOW. Check the alphabetical list in this brochure. For boating restrictions on national forest lakes and reservoirs, contact the local USFS office. Mil,ITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist for waters on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations. Contact reservations directly for details. Southern Ute Indian Tribe P.O. Box 737, fgnacio, CO 8 11 37, (970) 563-0130. Ute Mountain Tribe Towaoc, CO 8 I334, (970) 565-3751. Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (7 19) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (7 19) 333-3336. GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fi shing. Gold Medal Waters include parts of the: Animas River; Blue River; Colorado Ri ver; Fryingpan River; Gore Creek; Gunnison River; N. Delaney Bulle Lake; North Platte River: Rio Grande; Roaring Fork Ri ver; South Platte River, including Middle and South forks; Spinney Mtn. Reservoir and Steamboat Lake. ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT Zebra mussels are an exotic species that has spread across the eastern U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra mussels haven't been found in Colorado but are transported on boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully and wash them with hot water before entering Colorado. Also clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between bodies of water in Colorado. Li vewelJs should be emptied and cleaned. WIIlRLING DISEASE, NEW ZEALAND MUD SNAILS Anglers can help prevent whirling disease and a new exotic species - New Zealand mud snails from spreading in Colorado by following these basic guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles. boats, trailers. waders, boots, fishing equipment and anything 1hat comes in contact with mud-dwelling worms that can hold the parasites. 2. Drain boats, equip111e111, coolers, bait wells and water holders that can hold parasites. 3. ft is illegal to transport fish between bodies of water. 4. Don 't dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of water or sink. S. If fishing the Green River, soak waders, boots in lO percent bleach solution for at least an hour before wading another body of water. When you leave a body of water: *Remove visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transSTOP AQUATIC porting. HITCHHIKERS!' * Drain water from equipme111 (boat. motor, trailer, live wells ,...._Ckt,upin:· ~ ~ a-~~ before transporting. *Clean, dry things in contact with water (equipment, clothes, dogs) *Never release plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless they came from that water. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-tenn welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are asked to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntary, selective harvest. Anglers also are encouraged to use barbless hooks to help released fish survive. 9 �BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, SPLAKE, ARCTIC CHAR. GRAYLING, SALMON (excepl kokanee) In aggregate* ...........................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, jn add ition to above 8 inches or less statewide .................................................. 10 KOKANEE SALMON, •Angling, snagging statewide ............ ................................ 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE. SAUGER •Statewide, in aggregate* ............ .......................................5 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate* 10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS, •Statewide. each species .................................................... .5 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate* 10 WHITE BASS. WTPER, STRIPED BASS •Statewide. in aggregate* ............................... ................... 10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages .....................20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, and BLUE CATFlSH, BULLHEAD, BLACK and WHITE CRAPPIE •Statewide, each species ....................................................10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages ..................... 20 YELLOW PERCH, BLUEGlLL, HYBRID BLUEGfLL, GREEN SUNFISH, ORANGESPOTIED SUNFISH, RED EAR SUNFISH. PUMPKfNSEED. SACRAMENTO PERCH, •Statewide in the aggregate* ........................................ .....20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide .......................... .1 fish, 36 inches or longer SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN .................................. Unlimited •Except in Colorado River Drainage in aggregate ............20 BULLFROGS ..............................................................Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) .......................................Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less than 5 inches WHJTEF1SH, GAME SUCKERS. NORTHERN PIKE UnJimited *In aggregate. means tht: limit may consist of qne species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout tnclude rambow, brown, brook, cutthroat (except greenback), splake, golden and lake trout. To locate the Arkansas and Republican drainages. pleao;e see maps on our Web site. 10 �BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific game fish species are listed in the chart on previous page. Some game fish species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. In addition, some species are prohibited to take or have restrictions. Refer to ·'Special Conditions and Restrictions·· section. Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on the chart. Check the "Alphabetical List of Waters and • Properties'' for specific restrictions. If a water is not on the list or if no bag limit is specified, the statewide limits apply. Fish caught and placed on a stringer. in a container or live well. or not retumed to the water immediately count in the daily bag or possession limit. Fish taken and later smoked. canned. frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit umil consumed. Fish released immediately are not pan of the daily bag and possession limir. DAILY BAG LIM1T - Max. number of fish you can take in I day regardless of what you do with the fish that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed in possession at any J time, including in the field. while transporting, at home or other place of storage. USE FEES REQUIRED Lon Hagler, Jumbo Reservoir and Prewitt Reservoir state wildlife areas Annual permit, license holders ..................................................... ...........$5.00 Replaceme nt penuits, license holders ......................................................$2.S0 Annual pem1its, all others ......................................................................$20.00 Replacemem permit~. all others .............. :.............................................$10.00 One-day use pennit ....... ....... ........................................ ............................$3.00 1. Motor vehicles caiuiot be brought to a wildlife area requiring use fee without DOW permit displayed in lower right comer of windshield. Evidence of permit.~ requin:d for vehicles without windshields. Permits not required for vehicles on official business. 2. Annual permit authorites motor vehicles LO enter wildlife areas. Vehicle owners with a Colorado fishing; small game hunting; combination fishing and small gam.: hunting; lifetime fishing and small game hunting license; lifetime low•income or a free fishing liccns..:, may buy permit for $5. For all others. the cost is $20. One pennit covers all designated area~. 3. One-day use fee pem1its good for the day used yntil 12 noon the next day. 4. If motor vehicl..: for which an annual permit was issut>d is sold or traded. or the permit is lost or destroyed that year. duplicate may be obtained after signing an ~davit. DOW-PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on all lands. waters, the frozen surface of waters, right5-of-way, buildings or devices under the DOW's control. You w ill fmd regulations for individual properties in alphabetical order in the list tliat follows this section. 1. To enter, use or occupy any area when posted against entry. use or occupancy. 2. To enter, u.e or occupy any area for any commercial purpose or to conduct land. water, oil. gas or mineral inves tigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph where not posted. S. To leave camp, tent. shelter, motor vehicle or trailer unattended more than 48 hours, or to camp or to park a travel trailer or camper on a state wildlife area more than 14 days in 45-day period. 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds. tree sta nds and steps may be erected on state wildlife areas. No nails may be driven into trees. Man-made materials used 11 �for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the end of the season when they are used. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device, fence, gatet sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or object of archaeological, geological or historical value. 8. To_ litter, leave fish, fish entrails, humaQ excrement, waste water, containers or toxic substances, to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to a Division-controlled area for disposal or to dump trailer waste in sanitary facility. 9. To build a file without ways of preventing it from spreading or to leave a fire unattended. 10. To allow livestock to graze or range. Horses, mules, llamas and burros may be used in wildlife recreational activities. 11. To possess or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal controlled substances. . 12. To permit dogs, cats or other domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while actively hunting, while training dogs for hunting or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. • • 14. To leave boats. rafts or other floating craft beached, at anchor, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or ·docks in conflict with boaters or as posted. 16. To snorkel, scuba dive or spearfish with a diving m~ swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exceptimi is where swimming is permitted, when the location is properly identified by a "divers down flag" and when the scuba diver has a v~d S.C.U.B.A. diver's certificate issued by a recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization. • • 17. To engage in any unlawful conduct 18. To use an air or gas-inflated floating device for transportation on or across the surface of the water unless the device is of multi-compartment construction and has a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartmen~ air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swif!1ming areas. • · • 19. To promote, sponsor or conduct or participate in boat regattas, paintball shooting, questing or other non-wildlife oriented group activities. · 20. To land aircraft. 21. To leave decoys or anything used as decoys in the field or ~n water overnight. 2~. To swim, except in designated waters or in authorized water contact activities. 23. To _discharge a fireann or bow in parking, camping, or picnic areas. 24. To fish in rearing ponds or raceways on a DOW property. 25. To conduct field trials or group dog training without first obtaining a field trial license. 26. To have, store or use hay~ straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. All certified materials must be clearly marked by the certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross.DOW property are exempt from this regulation. Also exempt is hay produced on State Trust.Lands leased from the DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap, unless trapping is done according to state statutes and wildlife regulations. • 28. Violators may be required to leave the property. a LIMITS TO PUBLIC USE 1. The DOW can limit-public use of properties up to 60 days depending on: location and size of the area; location, type and condition of roads, parking areas and· the number and type of sanitary facilities; number of people the area can tolerate without significant degradation to wildlife resources and public or private property; ensuring public safety, health and welfare. 2. When a limit is established, areas will be posted, indicating the number of people pennitt¢. It is illegal .to enter areas posted as fully occupied or after being advised by the DOW that ii is full. 3. The DOW can waive these restrictions for day use by organized, supervised groups whose numbers exceed the limit. Written approval must first be obtained from DOW regional mgr. 4. The DOW can close properties for up to 9 months if a disaster occurs that makes public access unsafe or if the property or facilities are unsafe. 5. The DOW can close fishing waters for ilp to 9 months when environmental conditions are such that fishing could result in unacceptable fish mortality.. 12 �The following liM of water» and DOW properties have more restrictive reguiations than standard bag and possession limits, man ner of take. fishing hours. etc. I f a specific water doesn't appear in this list, statl'wide regulations apply. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wildlife areas (SWA) and state fish units tSFU). Other areas may fall under different agency jurisdictions. which may have additional regulations. Access for people with disabi lities varies at state wildlife areas. Contact DOW offices for information on accessible facilities, trails and programs. ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) - Adams County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA - Routt County RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Nov. I5-July I. b. Camping. fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting upland birds. d. Vehicle access prohibited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent & Kiowa counties From Las Animas. go 15 miles Non CR JO to property. 5.147 acres. HUNTING: deer. antelope, rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail. dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: boating, sail boating. sail surfing. waterskiing, camping. hildng. wildlife viewing. FACILITCES: re t rooms. boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs pennitted. b. Closed I hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs. dirt bikes. snowmobiles prohibited. d. Access to frozen suiface of lake prohibited. e. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. Agnes Lakes (Upper & Lower) - Jackson County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Akron City Lake - Washington County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir - Mineral County a. Artificial tlies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be remmed to the water immediately upon catch. ALBER'IJ\ PARK RESERVOm SWA - Mineral County From South Fork. go 18 miles W on Hwy.I 60 to Wolf Creek Ski Area, drive through parking lot, then continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd.39I to reservoir. 240 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACrLITCES: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA - Park County From Alma, go I J/2 miles Non Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.4, then 1/4 mile NW to property. FISI-n NG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. camping. FACILITIES: rest rooms, campsites. ALMONT TRIANGLE SWA - Gunnison County From A lmont, go 3 miles Non Hwy.I35 to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. 13 �RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. 20-March 31. American Lakes (Snow Lake & Michigan Lakes} - Jackson County a Artifici.al flies and lures only. ~ b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • ANDREWS LAKE SWA - San Juan County . From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy.550 to access road, then 1/2 mile E to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. · FACILITIES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River - La Plata County, GOLD MEDAL WATER From Lightner Creek to Purple Cliffs: · a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Creek to Pwple Cliffs, GOLD MEDAL WATER. Antelope Creek, West - Gunnison County. a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Antero Rese"oir - Park County . From Hartsel, go 5 miles SW on Hwy.24 to reservoir. 5,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. no more than 1 can be over 16 inches long. Apache Creeks, North and South - Huerfano Co\lDty a Fishing prohibited above USPS boundary. APISHAPA SWA - Las Animas County . From Walsenburg, go 18 1/2 miles NE on Hwy.IO to the property sign, turn SE and go 20 miles past_ Mica Butte to property. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, tqrkey, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (Bim, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds} - Larimer County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapahoe Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS 125: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Archuleta C ~ - Saguache County On the Coleman Ranches: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont & Lake counties . From the Hwy._24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch.as posted: a Artificial flies and lures only. • • • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 1 fish under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida,. 7 1/2 mi~e~ downstream to Badger Cree~: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . -. b. All r.µnbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River, Middle Fork of the South Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: ' a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be retumed·to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA - Prowers County . From Holly, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.50 to CR39, then 3/4 mile s,·~ross canal, then 1/2 mile_W to_ property. 98 acres. • 14 �HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee, Lake Counties From Poncha Springs, 4 miles Non Hwy.285, 1/8 mile Eon CR165. Parking area at W end. From Salida~ NW on Hwy.291 31/2 miles, 3/4 mile Son CR150, 1/2 mile SW on CR166 to N bank of Arkansas River. Parking on E side of road. 27 aci:es. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas.River (Note: fishing access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs.) A1WOOD SWA - Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy.6 to CR29.5, then 1/2 mile S to property. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant,_ turkey, bobwhite quail, <love, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing.· RESTRICTIO~S: . .. a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer .season, opening day and first weekend of the late plains rifle deer season. Augustora Creek -Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. ~ cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora (Senac) Reservoir -Arapahoe County a. Bag.and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. BADGER BASIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel immediately E •and W along Hwy.24; directly N of Hartsel; and immediately N ·and S along Hwy. 9. 22 miles offishing access. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply. See South Platte River and Middle Fork and South Fork of South Platte River. a. Hunting, camping, fires prohibited. b. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. c. Public access allowed only from designated parking areas and prohibited beyond the fenced and . posted easement BANNER~ SWA - Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.52 to property. 934 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from opening of first regular duck season to last day of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and belly boats. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Discharging.firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. e. Field trials may be. authorized Feb. March and April only. No more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of group training events not limited. f. Oosed from the first day of the regular waterfowl season to the first day of pheasant season except for waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting during this period. Reservations required for hunting by calling l-800-8469453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. To cancel, call the same number or you may forfeit reservation rights. Failing to cancel reservations may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. l reservation per day, and 1 reservation per phone call: Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the ·hunt Check~ and check out required. First hunting date available for reservation is Sept 25; last date available is Nov. 8. • g. Closed N ofHwy. 52 April 1-July 15. • • 15 �b. Dog training permitted north ofHwy.52 during Feb., March, July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S of Hwy. 52, Feb. I-Aug. 31 only. i. Foot access only. Bard Creek - aear Creek County From headwaters downstream to west fork of Clear Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . Barker Reservoir - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. •Barr Lake -Adams County _ _ From Denver, go NE on 1-76 to Bromley Ln., then· 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd., then 1/2 mile S to entrance. HUNTING: waterfowl reservation system. Contact the Division of Wildlife for infonnation. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, interpretive program, picnicking, hiking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS:.· a. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. BASALT SWA - Eagle & Pitkin counties (Basalt, Christine, Toner, Peachblow, 7 Castles, Schuck units) TONER UNIT: From Basalt, go 3.2 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fryingpan Rd.) to signs, then N to uniL 2,577 acres. CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 1/2'mile Won 1\vo Rivers Rd. (old Hwy.82) to Hoinesu;ad Drive, then go N to access road. 2,230 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lalce. . RECREATION:·picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range. RESTRICTIONS:. _ a. Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating, water activities prohibited on Lake Christine. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d. Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 _days before and 3.days after the seasons. • e. Except for Lake Christine and rifle ranges, closed Dec. I-April 15.. f. F'rres, mountain bikes prohibited. g. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept only. h. Dogs prohibited except as in "g." Bear Creek - Conejos County • From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit.for trout is 2 fish. Bear Creek - El Paso County From headwaters downstream to High Drive: a. Fishing prohibited. _ Bear Creek - Jefferson County From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Creek Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except raiQbow) is 2 fish. c. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma County • Frolll headwaters downstream to Dolores River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ·Beaver Creek, West- GunnisQn County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 16 �, b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA - Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Hwy.67, then 9 miles N to CR132 to property. Alternate Route: From Skaguay Dam. downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Creek. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hlking, wildlife viewing. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR 'SWA - Rio Grande County From ·south Fork, go 2 miles SW on Hwy.160 to USPS Rd.360 (Beaver Creek Rd.), then 6 miles S to reservoir. • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds (USPS), rest room, drinlqng water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct. 1-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble) - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile E on CR3 to property. 41 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. coldwater lake. • RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft. b. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Vehicles prohibited on dam. 'BEAVER RESERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) - Gunnison County From PaQnia, go east on 0-50 Drive to FS Rd 710 and take to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. • HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA - Larimer CoQ.Dty a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU --Larimer County N of Ft Collins on Hwy.287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on CR28 to unit. 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting, dogs prohibited. Bennett Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BERGEN PEAK SWA ~ Clear Creek & Jefferson counties From Evergr~en, go 4 miles N on Hwy.74 to Hwy. I03, then S.9 miles W to Stinton Rd., then 2.2 miles E to property. • • HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel. blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Public access by foot.or horseback only. b. Camping,_fires prohibited. c: Dogs must be on_ leash except when hunting small game. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the waier immediately. BIG BEND SWA - Chaffee County From Mt Shavano "Fish Hatchery, NW about 6 miles· along Arkansas River. Access from Mt. Shavano NW on Cty. Rds. 160, 163 & 166. Access from N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N 17 �on Hwy. 285, 1/8 mile Eon CR165. Arkansas River fishing access only~ Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. ~ag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) and splake is 1 fish. b. All lake trout and splake between 22 & 34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. BIG MEADOWS RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 11 miles W on Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.410, then· 2 miles W to reservoir. FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. . BIG THOMPSON PONDS.SWA - Larimer County From Loveland, go 5 miles ~ on Hwy.402 to 1-25 Frontage Rd., then 3/4 mile N to interstate under- pass, left through underpass, then 1/4 mile N to property. 51 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for belly boats used for fishing. c. Camping~ fires, dog.training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. d. Disch•g firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Closed I hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by a night hunting permit. • Big Thompson River - Larimer County " From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to bridge at Waltonia: a Artificial flies and lures only. ·b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BILLY CREEK SWA - Montrose & Ouray counties BILLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 2, then turn left to tract. Road also leads to NicoU and Porter Tracts. COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy.550 to Government Springs Rd. Continue straight on Horset1y-Rd. to signed access road. • . CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 8, turn left onto lower road. Go through ranch yard, then continue 1-1/4 miles on 'main road to access road. -BECKETI TRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 4, turn left, then 1/2 mile to tract. 5,498 acres, all tracts. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, campin·g, hilcing. RESTRICTIONS: a Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona Tract. b. Closed Jan. I-March 31. BIITER BRUSH SWA - Moffat County a. Closed Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Vehicle access restricted to Moffat Cty.Rds 59 and 143. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County. • From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Blacktail Conservation Easement- Routt County, 610 acres.. a Closed Dec. I-May 31. • b. Foot or horseback only June I-Nov. 30. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) -Alamosa County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited FebJ5-July 15. BLISS SWA - Larimer County . From Laporte, go5 miles.Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 41 miles W to property. 352 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, blue grouse. 18 - ~ �FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION:. wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RFSTRICTIONS: • •a Boat launchings and takeouts prohibited. b. Paintball shooting prohibited. Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison County a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b."Snagging kokanee permitted Nov. I-Dec. 31. . c. From Coal Creek iolerat Blue Mesa Res., fi~hing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upsµ-eam 1 mile, Jan.I-June 30. d. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) is 8 fish. e. Bag and possession limit for yellow perch is unlimited. Blue· River - Grand & Summit counties . a From north inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, excluding Dillon Res. and Green Mountain Res. upstream_ to the first Colo. 9 bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. b. From north inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res.: 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 2. FIShing prohibited Oct 1-Jan. 31. c. From Dillon Dam downstream to north city limits of Silverthorne: I. All trout.must be returned to the water imniediately. d. From north city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Colorado River, excluding Green Mountain Res.: • 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish,-16 inches long. e. From Green Mountain Res. upstream to first Hwy. 9 bridge over Blue River: 1. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept l-Dec.31. BLUE RIVER SWA - Summit County . BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on Hwy.9 to unit 82 acres. EAGLE'S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles N on Hwy.9 to unit. 29 acres. SUTI'ON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles N on Hwy.9 to unit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail at Blue River Unit. RFSTRICTIONS: • • a Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows, firewood cutting prohibited. b. Vehicle parking overnight prohibited. Bobtail Creek • Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BODO SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go I mile Son Hwy.160/550 to CR21 l, then 1/4 mile W to eastern boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RFSTRICTIONS: a Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. BOEDECKER RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County From Loveland; go 2 miles W on First St to CR21, then 1/2 mile S to res. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RFSTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov.1 to end of _waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a ·whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. 19 �e. Closed I hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by night hunting pennit. • Bonny Reservoir - Yuma County (See also South Republican SWA) a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 am. BOSQUE DEL OSO SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, take Exit 14A off 1-25. Go west on Hwy. 12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access direction signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property on south side of highway. 30,000. acres: HUNTING: deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game. . FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Dec. I-March 31, except licensed big game hunters and one nonhunting companion. b. Campfires prohibited except in ~esignated areas and fire structures provided by DOW. c. Dischmging firearms or bows prohibited except while hunting. d. Camping prohibited outside designated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. e. Parking al]owed only in designated areas. • f. Leaving unattended food or garbage prohibited unless in bear-resistant manner. g. Fishing prohibited on S. Fork of Purgatoire River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. h. Artificial flies and lure only on south and middle forks of Purgatoire River within SWA. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. . i. Snowmobile, motorized and all-terrain vehicles and bicycles on established roads or trails may be prohibited to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures will be posted. Boss Lake - Cbatree County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County . From upper end of Ebin Fine Park (in city of Boulder) to 55th St: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size fof smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. .c. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long. BRAVO SWA -Logan County· From 1-76 at Sterling exist, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy. 6 to CR370, then 1.7 miles NE to property. 1,082 acres. • • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife vie,wing. • RESTRICTIONS:· • a Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging ~ s or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to I per year. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and wa~rfowl hunting prohibited the opening weekend of the regular plai~ rifle deer season, opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. BROWER SWA - Weld County • • From Evans, go I mile Eon 37th St to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife yiewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. .b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while h;unting Sept. l-Feb.28. c. Closed March l-Aug.31. w ~ .. �BROWN~ SWA - Hinsdale County. From Creede, go 25 miles W.on Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.515 (Hermit Lakes Rd.), then 1 1/2 miles W to property. 520 acres. • HUNTING: waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. BROWNLEE SWA (North Platte River)- Jackson County .: North Platte River-From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then 5.1 miles NW to CRIS, then 1/2 mile W to property. i.14 miles of river. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BROWNS PARK SWA - Moffat County. COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to CRlO, then 17 miles N to CR72, then 9 miles W to the fork. Take left fork 4 miles to unit. WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to CRl0, then 17 miles N to •. CR72, then 15 miles W to unit • BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy.318, unit is on north side of • Hwy.~ 18. 2,226 acres, all units. HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed in posted area of Calloway Unit BRUSH SWA - Morgan County From Brush, go 2 1/2 miles Non Hwy.71 to CR28, then I mile N to property. 588 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. . RECREATION: wildlife vi~ng, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Chartier Pond, minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hll;Dting. d Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a:m. except with night hunting permiL e. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day· and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. Brosh Creek - Eagle County • From the confluence with the Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA - Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles W on CR 123. then 2 miles N to property. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. ~REATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating-prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA - Morgan County From Brush go S on Clayton St. to check station, then S 2.25 mil.es to parking area. 1,600 acres. • HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, rabbit, deer. Reservation hunting available for waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. 21 �b. From Feb. I until opening day of first waterfowl season, open only for wildlife viewing. c. From opening day of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30, only migratory bird hunting allowed-and only Sat., Sun., Wed. and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans' Day (observed), Thanksgiving. Reservations required. • d. From Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, only hunting allowed. User numbers regulated by mandatory check ·station: PJtone reservations available only Dec. 1 during this tioie. e. Hunters must use designated ponds: Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel reservations·may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day, and .l reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the hunt. Hunters must follow check-in and check-out procedures as posted. f. Mandatory check station at Brush Memorial Park. During waterfowl seasons, hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property is open for hunting the next day. g. Dec.l-Jan.31, only hunting allowed. Bull Creek lleservoirs #1 and #2 and Connecting Channels - Mesa County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for_ trout is 2 fish, 16 inches ~r longer. BURCHFIELD SWA- Baca County From Walsh, go 11 miles E on CRDD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Butter Creek • Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Button Rock Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Fishing prohibited Nov.I-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA - Gunnison Comity From Gunnison go Non Hwy. 135 to CRlO. Go Eon paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8 miles to USFS 604, tum right and'travel 3/4 mile to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: ~amping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. I-April 30. Canyon Creek • Garfield County From confluence with Colorado River upstream to north side of 1-70 Bridge: a Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. I-Nov. 30. Camero Creek, North, Middle, South- Saguache County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be retumed to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County .. a Snagging for kokanee salmon is permitted Oct. I-Dec.31. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches 'tong. c. Daily bag limit for walleye is 1 fish, 16-18 inches long. The possession limit for walleye is 2 fish. All walleye less than 16 inches long or more than 18 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. d. It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in a boat on lake. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately; Cmcade Creek - Huerfano County • a Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including North and South forks - Rio Grande County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cuttitro?t trout must be returned to the water immediately. 22 ~ .; �CENTENNIAL SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go 10 miles west Property on north side of Hwy.SO. a Closed Dec. I-June 30. • b, Motor vehicles restricted as posted. c. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA - Weld County a Camping. dogs (except used for hunting). dog training. fires. target practice, recreational horse . use. prohibited. b. During regular watetfowl seasons, small game, watetfowl hunters must use designated hunt zones. c. Hunting with centerfire rifles prohioited. d. Closed during regular watetfowl seasons, except Sat., Sun;, Mon. and legal holidays. e. Closed March I-Aug. 31, except on designated trail for wildlife viewing and for hunters with valid spring turkey licenses. f. Closed to small game, waterfowl hunting Oct 23-24; Dec. 1, 4, 5. g. Parking ~mly in designated areas. No _motor vehicles outside parking areas. h. During regular waterfowl seasons, waterfowl and small game hunting by reservations only. Reservations required for .hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. ~eservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48. hours before hunt elate. Failing to cancel reservations may result in losing future reservation rights. Max. 1 reservation per day, and 1 reservation per phone call. Max. hunters per group is 4. Reservations not transferable. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the hunt Hunters must follow check-jn and check-out procedures as posted. CHALK CLIFFS SFU' - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W. 2.5 miles on CR 162. then N 1/8 mile on CR287 to unit. 61 acres. -RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. Chartier Pond - Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Chatfield Reservoir - Jefferson & Douglas counties a ~inimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c;. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. CHATFIELD SFU - Douglas County . . . Son Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave.• turn Won Chatfield Ave.·Go W to Chatfield Res., tum left to unit. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. Cheeseman Reservoir- Douglas & Jefferson Counties NarE: May be closed due to Hayman Fire. a. Fishing prohibited Jan.I-April 30. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. b. Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. l-Dec.31. d. Ice fishing prohibited. e. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine,.Rabbit Creek units) - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse, rabbit. dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping; hiking. wjldlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS; a. Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Closed Sept. I-May 1. except for hunting and .fishing. c. Hunting and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. d. Horseb?ck. bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, excepf horses to hunt big game. Cherry Creek ~rvoir-Arapahoe County a Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long~ 23 �b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. . c. FIShing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 am. Chfnns Lake • Clear Creek County a Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. CIHPETA LAKE SWA - Montrose County From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy.550 to Chipeta Dr., then· I/2 mile N to property. 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater and coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRI<;TJONS: •· a Camping, fires, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. . b. Field trials may be authorized Feb. March, Aug. and Sept only. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before suririse. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk River F1mJng Easement) - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles Non CR129 (Elk River Rd) to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. ~ .. CHUCK LEWIS SWA ~ Routt County From Hwy. 40, go-Son Hwy. 131 to CR14F. Take 14FW to CR14. Go N to parking area. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Overnight parking prohibited: b. Closed 10 p.m.- 4 am. c. Camping, fires, bicycles prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except in hunting watecfowl or dogs aiding the disabled. e. Big game and small game hunting prohibited f. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on CR14F. g. Horses prohibited outside of parking area h. Float tubes, except designated exclusively for fishing, prohibited. Cimarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Nov..l - Ded 1. CIMARRON SWA • Gunnison & Montrose COlltlties . From Montrose, go 23 miles E on Hwy.SO to Little Cimarron Rd., then 2 miles S to access road, then 1 1/2 miles SW to property. 6,161 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Parking in established parking areas only. Clear Creek - La Plata County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cl~r Creek Holding Ponds ~ Adams County • _ a. Fishing prohibited, except youths participating in DOW angler education activities. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, go 13 miles Non Hwy.24 to CR390, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer. elk, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. _FACILITIES: rest rooms. boat ramps. RF.sTRICTIONS: a. Camping. fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy.24. Oear Lake - Jackson County a Artificial flies and lures only. 24 �b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Clinton Resenoir - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) - Saguache County • From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.I 14, then·io miles S to Cochetopa Creek. HUNTING: blue grouse, waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. • b. Camping, fires, dogs prohibi_ted. c. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA - Pitkin County • From Basalt, go 30 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fryingpan River Rd.) to property. 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. • COLLER SWA - Mineral & Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 1/2 miles Won Hwy.149 to property. 579 acres. , HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse. • FISIDNG: coldwater stream.· . ~ O N : picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, snowmobiles, overnight parking pf9hibited. Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand and Mesa counties . a. From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers Cany~n 3 miles W of"Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy. 40 bridge,: • 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy.40 bridge) to Troublesome Ck (5 miles W of Kremmling): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Ftom Troublesome Ck downstream to Rifle Ck in Rifle: • 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d 50 yds ·upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks. 1. Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15, and Oct 1-Nov. 30. e. Ftom the 1-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle downstream to Utah. 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (North Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. dam spillway downstream to Granby Reservoir inclu.ding Columbine Bay to Twin Creek inlet: • • a. FJShing prohibited Oct 15 - Dec.31. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting after Nov. 13. Colorado Springs Water Supply Resenoirs #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) .;. El Paso & Teller counties a. Fishing prohibited in reservoirs, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downs!]"eam for 1/2 mile in city ofColorado Springs property. COLUMBINE SWA - Douglas County a. Hunting, fishing, fires, _discharging firearms prohibited. b. Closed in riparian areas to protect Preble's meadow jumping mouse, as posted. ~ Como Creek - Boulder County a. FJShing prohibited. CONEJOS COUNTY PONDS SWA - Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles E on Hwy.136 to property. RECREATION:. wildlif~ viewing. 25 . �RESTRICTIONS: a Camping. fires prohibited. C""b. Oosed Feb.15-July 15. ·Conejos River- - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to confluence with S Fork of Conejos River: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size _for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary· of Aspen Glade campground, , a Artificial flies only. • . b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Conej95 River, Lake Fork - Conejos County , From headwaters. including Big Lake, downstream to Rock Lake and o.utlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat inust be returned to the water immediately. CONEJOS RIVER SWA (Fishing ~ments) - Conejos County . From Antonito. go 15 miles W on Hwy.17 to Conejos Ranch. Fishing Easements are intermittent for next 16 miles and are signed. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Oosed except for fishing. Connected Lake - Mesa County a Bag and possession limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake - Hinsdale Comity • a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. CORN LAKE SWA - Mesa County From Clifton at 1~70 Business Exit #37. go SW on 1-70 Business Loop to Hwy.141 (32 Rd.). then 2 miles S to property. • FISHING: coldwater lake. warmwater lake. REC~ON: picnicking. wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters to Sheep Ck: a Artificial flies and lur~ only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. CO'ITONWOQD SWA - Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles Eon CRW.7 to property. 884 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant. bobwhite quail. waterfowl. dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping•. fires prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when.hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Oosed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.- daily except if authorized by night-hunting permit e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and on opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. COWDREY LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Cowdrey, go 2 miles.Son Hwy.125 to property. Alternate Route: From Walden, go 7 1/2 miles N on.Hwy.125. Area entrance W side of road. 280 acres land, 80 acres water. • HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. . • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. 26 �FACILITIES: .rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICllONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. , Crawford Reservoir - Delta County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b: No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From the fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to north boundary fence, fishing in the spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d. Only 1 northern pike longer than ~ inches can be taken per day. CRAWFORD SWA - Delta County • a. Hunting prohibited as posted. .. CREEDE SWA - Mineral County From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy.149 to undesignated road, then 1/2 mile S to Rio Grande. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Croke Reservoir - Adams County •a. The minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco County· a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 'crystal Reservoir - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept. l-Dec.31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garfield County 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy.33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours.• RESTRICflONS: Fishing equipmen~ waders, hunting, camping, dogs prohibited. Culebra Creek - Costilla County From the Hwy.159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Landowner permission on a Colorado Courtesy Card required. San Luis Visitor Center issues courtesy cards. C•rooinghsm Creek - Pitkin County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ali cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DAN NOBLE SWA (formerly MIRA.MONTE RESERVOIR) - San Miguel County • ~ From Norwood, go 1.5 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd.), then 17 miles S to res. 2,223 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, shelters, well with potable water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except \Vhen hunting waterfowl. c. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 a.m. d. Waterskiing and jetskiing prohibited except in designated areas. DEADMAN SWA - Prowers County From Granada go Non US Hwy.385, 2.5 miles to CRJJ, then 2.5' miles Eon CRJJ to CR27. Tum S on· CR27 1/2 mile to parking area. 503 acres. HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. Deep Creek - San Miguel County Artificial flies and lures only. ~ b. All cutthroat trout must be return~ to the water immediately. a. 27 �Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Creek - LaPlata County a.Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately; . DELANEY ·BUTI'E LAKES SWA (North, South, East) - Jackson County ·From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then go5.3 milesW to CRIS. Go4.5 miles Won CRIS to CR5, then 1/2 inile N to property. 2,620 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp; shade shelters.. • • RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d. Artificial flies and lures only. e. North Delaney.Butte Lake only-GOLD MEDAL WATER: Brown trout 14-20 inches must be· returned to the water immediately. DePoorter Lake.- Sedgwick County a Minimum size for smailmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEvn. CREEK SWA -Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.627, then 2 miles N. 561 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires, snowmobiles prohibited. • DE WEESE ImSERVOIR SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy.69 for 5 miles, turn N on Copper Gulch Rd. to access rd. 780 acres.. FISIDNG: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife v1,ewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) - Jackson County From Walden, go Non Hwy.125. Parking areas are l, 2, and 4 miles N of Walden. 3,129 acres, 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: city-owned camping. RESTRICTIONS: a On the Michigan River on Diamond J SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Hunting prohibited on property east of Hwy.125. DIXON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From 1-25 at Prospect St exit near Ft. Collins, go 7.1 miles W on Prospect St. to Overland Trail, then .7 miles S to Rd.42C, then .9 W miles to property. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for.smallmouth and largemouth bass is lS·inches long. • b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by band, wi!Jd or electric motor. c. Hunting prohibited. DODD BRIDGE SWA - Morgan County (See Jean K. Tool SWA) Dolores River - Dolores & Montezuma counties • From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: , a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 28 .. \. o �,. From the West Fork Dolores River downstream to McPhee Res.: a. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15 - Dec.31 when snagging is pennitted, DOLORES RIVER SWA • Montezuma County From Dolores, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.145 to property. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: , a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited in-rearing ponds. DOME LAKF.s SWA - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.114, then 22 miles SE to property. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. , RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll.ITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited except on Cty.Rds.NN14.and 1500. b. Camping pennitted during wa~owl seasons in designated safety zones only. c. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in designated safety zones. d. Dogs prohibited except ~ hunting aid or on leash. e. Closed except by foot or horseback from established parking areas. f. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. DOME ROCK SWA :- Teller County From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy.67 to intersection at Rainbow Valley, then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980.acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping, dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Horseback and pack animals limited to designated roads and trails except if used as a big game hunting aid. . c. Closed Dec. 1-July 15 oil Spring Creek and Dome View trails arid Dome Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge. . • . d. Foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mueller State Park. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County a. Mini.mum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches Jong. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches Jong. Doug Creek - Montrose County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA - Larimer County_ • From Wellington exit on 1.:.25, go 5.5 miles W, Sand Won Hwy.I to CRIS, 1 mile Non CRIS to CR60, then 1/4 miles W to J.,aVma Drive. N on LaVma Drive to Jake. From Ft Collins at Hwy.287 and Hwy.I, take Hwy.I N4 miles.to Waverly cutoff (CRIS), Non CRIS to CR60. Then 1/4 miles W to La.Vma Drive, N to lake. a. Hunting, fires, camping,_discharging firearms or bows, sailboards, sailboats, ice skating, ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Closed except for fishing 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise, . DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County • From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USFS access rd to property. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. "- FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACll.ITIES: rest room, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. 29 �DRY CREEK BASIN SWA - San Miguel County . From Naturita, go 17 miles Son Hwy.141 to beginning of property, Hwy.141 goes SW through property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA - Logan County From Crook, go 1 1/2 miles Non Hwy.55 to property. 1,121 acres. •HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, .fires prohibited. . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. • d Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County a Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. DUNE RIDGE SWA - Logan County . From 1-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile w. on Hwy.6 to CR370 then 5 •miles SW to property. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, ~bwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, fires prohibited.. b. Dischmging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife ·mgr. d. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening wee~nd of regular plains rifle deer season, and opening day and ·first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • DURANGO SFU - La Plata County In Durango, next to Animas River. 14 acres. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: visitor's center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. drinking water. , RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited DUTCH GULCH SWA - Gunnison County . From Gunnison, go 5.3 miles E, then 7.3 miles Son CR 42, which becomes BLM Rd 307 to ppty. a ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles restricted to improved road on property. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting or on a leash. d Closed March I-June 15; e. Foot or horseback from designated parking areas. f. Parking restricted to designated. parking areas. Eagle River - ·Eagle County • From Gore Ck downstream to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. EAGLE RIVER SWA (Fishing Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile Eon Hwy.6, continuing 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b.Oosed except for fishing. c. Access limited to designated points as posted to protect private property. East P~ Creek - Saguache County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 30 �East River - Gunnison County a. From upstream property boundary at Roaring Judy SFlJ downs~ to Tuylor River: . 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish under 12 inches Ion;. 3. Toking kokanee salmon prohibited. . b. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFlJ boundary: 1. FIShing proln"bited Aug. 1-0ct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR SWA -Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles Son Hwy.84 to property. 211 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. c. Camping, fires, waterskiing prohibited. Elevenmlle Reservoir - Park County a. Ice fishing shelters· must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 4 fish. No more than 2 can be over 16 inches long. c. Snagging kokanee salmon pennitted Oct l-Dec.31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ELK.HEAD LAKE SWA - Moffat & Routt counties a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake N of bouy line or within 100 yds. of boat ramp. . b. Camping prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept only. d. Closed within 50 feet of spillway. • Elkhead Reservoir - Moffat & Routt counties PJ:operty managed by State Parks. Consult State Parks for additional regulations. a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. ELLlOTT SWA - Morgan County • From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on CRW.7 to property. 2,576 acres. . HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite,quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl (reservation waterfowl hunting available). RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds on the Union Tract RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except if authorized by night hunting pennit e. Small game and.waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season, except on Union Tract where waterfowl hunting allowed if open those days. f. West Elliott Closure: Closed as posted in 80-acre part N of S. Platte River, S of Rd. W 7 and E. ofrailroad UNION TRACT: 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at checJ.c.Station. 2. Closed to all use except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. 3. Waterfowl hunting pennitted first-come, first-served, from teal season through end of first split of regular duck season and on specific days ihrou~ rest of season by lottery. 4. Waterfowl hunting permitted from designated blinds as posted or within zone for each blind. See waterfowl brochure for lottery reservation infonnation. Person holding the reservation must 31 �hunt property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use hunt zone with applicant 5. Max. 4 hunters per blinds/zones. No more than 8 hunters permitted on property at a time.· NOR1H·TRACT: 1. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failiµg to cancel reservations may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per • hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the hunt Hunters must follow check-in and check-out procedures as posted • 2. Max. 2 groups or vehicles daily. Max. hunters per group is 4. Hunters must check in and at ' mandatory check station. • . 3. From Aug. I through March 31, hunting allowed only Sat, Sun., Wed., Labor Day, Columbus Day (observed), Veteransi Day (observed), Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day and opening day of plains rifle and late rifle deer seasons. • QUINT TRACT: 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big & Little) - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is 2 fish, 14 inches long. c. FIShing prohibited in Lake Creek inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan. I-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County a Closed Dec. I-June 30. b. Closed 10 p.m.-4 am. c. Foot or horseback only. d. Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. Empire Res. - Weld and Morgan counties a Closed to goose hunting in part of Weld and Morgan counties bounded on north by Bijou Canal from US 34 west to Weld Co. Rd. 91 (Chapelton Lane), on west by Weld Co. Rd. 91 from Bijou Canal to 1-76, on soutf! by 1-76 from Weld Co. Rd. 91 to Colo. 144, on east by Colo. 144 from 1-76 to US 34, and on northeast by US 34 from Colo, 144 to Bijou Canal.· ESCALANTE SWA ;. Delta, Mesa & Montrose counties HAMILTON TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles Won 5th St(G road) to 050 Rd., then 2 miles NW to tract Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy.SO to tract LOWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles W on 5th St (G Rd.) to tract • PICKET CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 mil~ W on 5th St(G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N to tract . CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles N on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles W on Stli St(G Rd) to Sawmill Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N to tract • WEST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Esqtlante Canyon turnoff, then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd., then 5 miles W, then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge rds., then 6 miles NE to tract. WATERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, th~n 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From.Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon Rd., then 3 miles SW to the Gunnison River, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this,is a primitive road). 5,019 total acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking,_ wildlife viewing, interpretive program, historical area 32. · e. �RESTRICTIONS: a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts during upland game or migratory bird seasons. • • b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March. Aug., and Sept only. c. Closed on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts March 15-July 31. d On Lower Roubideau Tract, hunting prohibited except for youths 15 ~d younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco C~unty a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County From Yampa, go 3 miles S on Hwy.131 to unit. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited in designated safety zones, as posted. • FISH CREEK SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 12 miles Non Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.535, then 12 miles N to Fish Creek access road, then 1 1/2 miles N to property. 314 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, snowshoe hare. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER RESERVOIR SWA - Kit Carson County • From Flagler, go 5 miles E on Rd.4 to reservoir. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, .pheasant, dove, waterfowl, turkey. FISHING: warmwater. . RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited during waterfowl seasons except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motors. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing permitted Sun. and Mon., June l-Aug.31. • c. Hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be I8 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only I mentor per youth. Florida River - La Plata County . . a. SJJaggi~g kokanee permitted above Lemon Reservoir, Sept. I ~Dec.31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FORKS SWA - Larimer County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. Target practice prohibited. . c. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to I hour after sunset. d. Closed exc~pt for walk-ins only Nov. I-March 31. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County a. From confluence with Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. I-Nov. 30. b. Foot and horseback· access only. 33 �FRANK SWA - Larimer & Weld counties From 1-25 at the Wmdsor exit, go 2.3 miles Eon Hwy.392 to CR13, then· 1/2 mile S to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, prairie dog, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RESTRICTIONS: . a. On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. • e~ Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. f. During regular waterfowl seasons, reservations required by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel reservations may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the hunt Hunters must follow check-in and· check-out procedures as posted. . g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established zones. FRANZ LAKE SWA - Chaffee County . From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy.291 to CR154, then 3/4 mile W to property. Property is SW of Mt Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: waterfowl. FACILITIES:· rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, discharging bows and firearms prohibited. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish, FRAVERT RF.SERVOIR SW~ - Garfield County a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Reservoir-Moffat-County From 50 yards of either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: Fishing prohibited Jan. I-July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 5 miles Won Hwy.6 to CR29, then 1/2 mile_ S to property. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited if when hunting. Fryingpan River - Eagle & Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam downstream to Roaring Fork River (14 miles)-GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. Fryingpan Lakes 2 and 3 - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. AU cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. •GARFIELD CREEK SWA - Garfield County From New Ca-;tle, go 2 miles SW on CR3 I2 to Garfield Creek Rd., then 1 mile S to property. 13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Camping prohibited except 7 days before_ start of regular big game seasons through 7 days 34 <I • .. �after end of regular big game seasons. • b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of CRs312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d Closed Dec.I-July 15, except for spring turkey hunting below junction or small game hunting above junction of Crs.Rds.312 and 328. • e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid f. Bicycles restricted to Cty.Rds.312 and 328. George Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters downstream to Cornelius Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles N along Mitchell Ck to property. 2 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, dogs prohibited. Golden Ponds Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Creek downstream to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag.arid possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches.long. .Granby Reservoir, including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout, except lake trout, and kokanee salmon is 4 fish, singly or in the aggregate. Sepl I-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 fish b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Only one can be over 20 inches long. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . d. Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res. only Sept l-Dec.31 except Columbine Bay. e. Fishing prohibited in Columbine Bay from.inlet of1\vin C~k"upstream, OcLIS-Dec.31. "f. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4 fish, only 1 fish over 36 inches. Ocl I-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. b. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. c. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. d: Closed to goose hunting on lakes and within 100 yds. of the high-water lines,·including Shadow Mtn. Res., Wmdy Gap Res. • GRANADA SWA - Prowers County From Granada go N on Hwy.385, tum E on Half St (first road N of railroad) go 1.5 miles. Acres: 3,672. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, deer. FISmNG: warmwater fishing in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Vehicle parking only in,designated ~ c. Motor vehicles (including OHVs) prohibited, except on access roads to parking areas. d Closed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. G~dview Ponds - Adams County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. -- Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters downstream to US Forest Svc. boundary: Fishing prohibited. GRANITE SWA - Chaffee-County . From Buena Vista, 17 miles Non Hwy.24. Access from Chaffe Lake county line downstream to 1/4 mile below Granite Bridge. Fishing access only. . FISHING: col.dwater fishing on Arkansas River. Green Mountain Reservoir - Grand & Summit counties a. Snagging for kokanee permitted Sepl I-Dec. 31. 35 �Green River• Moffat County. a No bag and possession limit for ~hannel catfish. largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Grieve Ranch Consenation Easement - Routt County . a Fires, snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, commercial use, woodcutting and gathering prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting. c. Firearms prohibited except for hunting. d. Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Closed on hay meadows N ofCR129. f. Fishing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water line on either bank. • Griffith Resenoir - Mesa County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and minimum size for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. .Grimes Creek - La Plata County • From inlet ofVallecito Reservoir upstream: Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15-Jan. 31 when snagging is also pennitted. Grizziy Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR SWA - Boulder County RESTRICTIONS: Boating and floating devices prohibited. Gross Resenoir - Boulder County . a Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee pennitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 25 miles N on USFS Rd.526 to USFS Rd.533, then 5 miles NE to reservoir. FISfllNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wil<Qife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 112 mile April 15-July 15. Gunnison River• Delta, Gunnison & Montrose counties a From East and Taylor rivers downstream to bridge crossing CRIO: 1. Artificial flies and lures on~y. 2. Bag. possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is l fish, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to ~landing water line of Blue Mesa Res., including all tributary canals and diversions: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug.I-Oct. 31. 2. Snagging kokanee salmon pennitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. . c. From Hwy.135 bridge 1.5 miles N of Gunnison-downstream to Hwy.50 bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. d From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: • l. Fishing prohibited as posted. • e. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Res. Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee pennitted Sept. I-Dec. 31. f. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. g. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res. dam: 1. Snagging kokanee pennitted Sept I-Dec. 31. h. From Crystal Res. Dam downstream 200 yards: I. Fishing.prohibited as posted.. . i. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res. dam to North Fork of Gunnison River - GOLD • MEDAL WATER & WILD TROUT WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 36 �2. Brown trout 12-16 inches must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag and possession and size limit for brown trout is either: a. 4 fish, no greater than 12 inches long. or b. 3 fish less than 12 inches and 1 fish at least 16 inches long. 4. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. j. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: I. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. • GUNNISON SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 6 miles W on Hwy.SO to property. 2,800 acres. .,. HUNJ'ING: deer," elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse. f.ISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing . RESTRICTIONS: . a. Closed Dec. l-Marcfr31. b. Camping restricted to designated areas. c. Beaver Creek Trail restricted "to foot or horseback. GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - Gunnison County From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to CR13. Turn left and go 1/4 mile to where the road jogs left and becomes Gunnison city street of Tmcup. Travel W 3 city blocks to Palisade city park. Parking on N side of park. Area accessed by foot 1/2 mile W of parking lot HUNTING: deer. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Access by foot only. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl with shotguns. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Gunnison, Hindsdale·Counties RESTRICTIONS: a. From the headwaters downstream to.waterfall at Sherman: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From inlet of Lake San Cristobal upstream to first bridge crossing: I . Artificial flies only. c. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cheny Creek to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. 3. Alf rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. d. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cherry Ck: I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. From Argenta Falls downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: I. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept l-Dec.31. GYPSUM PONDS SWA - Eagle County • 1-70 to the Gypsum exit, take the S side frontage rd. of 1-70 E to parking area. 90 acres. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl. ASHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FAqLITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping. fires, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. • b. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. Hahn Creek - RitlBlanco County •a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. .j7 �HALLENBACK RANCH SWA - Lake County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Dosed Dec. I-March 31 and on W 1/3 of property, as posted,_April 1-June 15 to protect win~ring and calving elk. • Hamilton Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - G~eld County • a. Fishing prohibited. . HARMON SWA • Chaffee County a. Campfires, overnight camping prohibited. b. Firearms,· hunting prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. Harvey Gap-State Park - Garfteld County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and lrugemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for catfish is 2 fish. • Hat Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HAVILAND LAKE SWA - La Plata County • From Durango, go 18 milesN on Hwy.550 to USFS Rd.671, then 1/2 mile E to property, 208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. " FISHING: coldwater lalre. RECREATION: camping, boating. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) • Phillips County • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and lrugemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont County From headwaters downstream to confluence with Hayden Ck: Fishing prohibited. • Headache Creek • Archuleta County • ' ., a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA - CbafJ'ee County From Buena Vista, go 5 miles N on Hwy.24 to CR361, then 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. Hermosa Creek, East Fork - LaPlata County . From its headwaters downstream to Sig Creek: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hermosa Creek, South Fork • LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ffldden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial_ flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. mGEL SWA -Alamosa County RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Sept. 1-Feb. 14, except Sats., Suns., Weds. and legal holidays. On Sat., Sun., wed., and legal holidays, Sept. 1 -Feb. 14, access permit required. Max. 25 permits daily. Contact DOW in Monte Vista for free permit, first come, first served, (119) 587-6900. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 to protect nesting water birds. c. Special uses during closures can be approved for educational or scientific uses. d. Area wildlife mgr. may authorize special use of area during closures. IDGHLINE LAKE SWA - Mesa County a. Closed to waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun. 38 �.,. v .., Highline Resenolr - Mesa County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek - Archul~ta County .a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKES SWA - Larimer County F~m Hwy.14 at upper end of Poudre Canyo~ go 30 miles Non Laramie River Rd. (CR103) to .entrance. 80 acres of water, 1 mile of river. • HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area. c. Closed on Grace Creek road Dec. l-Aug.15. • d. Sailboards prohibited. e: Hohnholz Lake #3: • r. Artificial flies and lures Qnly. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. HOLBROOK RESERVOIR SWA - Otero County From S ~ go 3 miles N on CR24.5 to CRFF, then 1/2 mile E to reservoir. 670 acres. FISHING: wannwater. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl.' RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. • RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited in safety zone on SW side of residence, as posted. HOLLY SWA - Prowers County From Holly, go I mile N on CR34 to property.· 55 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyoke City Lake (Lions Club Fishing Hole) - Phillips County a. Minimum sire for smallmouth and largemouth .bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 4 miles Son Hwy.385 to CR14, then 4 miles \1\i.to property. 80 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. RECREATION: wildlife vi_ewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice·prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. HOME LAKE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 1 1/2 miles E on Shennan Ave. to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing'. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor, or motorboats as provided in b below. • b. Motorboats·up.to IO horsepower may be permitted. Motorboats, 10 horsepower and larger allowed 10 am. to 4 p.m. • c. Closed sunset to sunrise except for fishing or if authorized by night hunting permit • Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet ditch) - -Park County a Fishing prohibited. • ,. .• • , HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Timber Lake) - Bent & Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 'miles N on Hwy'.°109 to Cheraw, then 2 miles Eon CRJJ.5 to CR33, 7 miles N to reservoir. 2,603 acres. • • FISHING: wannwater. 39 �RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs permitted. b. Closed I hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs,-dirt bikes, snowmobiles. prohibited. . cl. Access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. HORSE THIEF CANYON SWA - Mesa County 1-70 W to Fruita exit; from Fruita exit ta1re Hwy.340 S 1 mile to property sign;take access road 4 miles to property. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, quail, pheasant • ASHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish. b. Camping, fires prohibited. • c. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. d. Waterfowl hunting on Sat is restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. e. Closed 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for fishing. f. Mandatory check station. g. Quail hunting prohibited. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed.-Fri. except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year's Day. • h. To hunt waterfowl on west end of property, you must reserve a specific designated blind and are restricted to hunt within 100 yards of blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Reservations first-come ba'>is and are available at check-in station. Permits not required for waterfowl hunting east of diversion structure. Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. HOT CREEK SWA - Conejos County Froin Monte Vista, go 20 miles Son Hwy.15 to access road, then 5 miles W to property. 3,494 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk. black beas, mountain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: ij. Snowmobiles prohibited. • b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. I-April 30. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA - Grand County JENNY WILLIAMS UNff: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy.40 to CR59 (E end of the Colorado River bridge), then 2 miles S to unit BYERS CANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles Won Hwy.40 torange (N side of highway). . BREEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy. 40 past Parshall, .5 mile to property. Look for mile marker I96. Tum left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or continue W 3/4 mile for additional parking. Unit is 11.5 miles W of Kremmling. BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 fo Colorado River bridge, then S at E end of bridge. • HITT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at W end of bridge. ' PAUL F, GILBERT FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to W end of Colorado· River bridge, then S to area. • LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot S~Iphur Springs, go 3.5 miles W on Hwy.40 to unit (S side of Hwy). 1,173 total acres, all units. • . . KEMP UNIT: From Granby, about 14.5 miles W on Hwy.40, turn left on CR 3 and drive over 40 = �Colorado River bridge. Tum right on second road or go another 5 mile and tum right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, blue grouse, watetfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACil.ITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Creek Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. b. Discharging firearms prohibited in Beaver Creek Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. • Gilbert Fishing Area. c. Closed on Byers Canyon Rifle Range between sunset and sunrise. d. Public access on Byers Canyon-Rifle Range may be prohibited to protect wintering big game. Huerfano River - Huerfano County • From headwaters down&tream to USPS boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. HUERFANO SWA - Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles W on CR580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove: • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll.,ITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. HUGO SWA - Lincoln County CLINGINGSMITH TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR109, 2 1/4 miles Eon CR2G to tract. 2,240 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, dove, watetfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited. Hunt Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. HUNT SWA - Garfield County • From Rifle, go 2 miles E to Mamm Creek exit Take frontage road W l mile to property. HUNTING: watetfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. Illinois River - Jackson· County On MacNaughton SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession .limit for trout is 2 fish. INDIAN RUN SWA - Routt County • From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy.317 to CR67, then 6 miles S to property. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater streain. . RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA - Jackson County . From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, take Rd.12, 5.1 miles W to CRIS, take Rd.18, 45 miles W to Cty.W.Rd.5, take W.Rd.5, 1.5 miles SW to CR22, take Rd.22, 2.5 miles to property. 0.7. miles of river. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Raspberry Creek and Norris Creek on Irvine SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and Ju.res only. • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. .. c. Hunting, camping prohibited. 41 �JACKSON LAKE SWA - Morgan County . From 1-76 at the Hwy.39 exit, go 7.4 miles Non Hwy.39 to Hwy.144, then 1 mile NE to CR5, then 3.8·miles N to CRCC, then 1 mile W to CR4, then 1/4 mile S to property. 394 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powemoating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp}. RESTRICTIONS:· a Fishing prohibited Nov. I through last day of regular waterfowl season, except fishing pennitted from dam through Nov.30. • • • b. Ice fishing prohibited from north shore. • c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of the lake and els~here as posted. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. f. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. g. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. h. Minimum siu limit for wipers is 15 inches 'long. i. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. • Jackson Lake State Park - Morgan County a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Minimum siu limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. d. Fishing in a portion of the outlet ditch below dam and around rotary screen prohibited. (Fishing closure signed.} . e. FIShing prohibited Nov. I-last day of regular waterfowl season, except fishing permitted from dam through Nov. 30. Jackson Gulch Reservoir 7 Montezuma County a No bag and possession limit on y~llow perch. JAMF.S M. JOHN SWA - Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles on NM Hwy, 72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake • Dorothey-SWA, then NW 2 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, bear, mountain lion, small game, turkey. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing, mountain biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited within 100 feet of streams. b. Closed Dec. I-April 1. c. Foot or horseback access only. d. Hunting access restricted in regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing. JAMF.S MARK JONES SWA • Park County From Hwy.24 E of Hartsel take CRJ5 (Elkhorn Rd.} N 15 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. From Hwy.285 at Como turnoff, take CR15 SE 8 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122.acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Jan.I-May 1. . . b. Fires prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking areas. JEAN K. TOOL SWA- Morgan County From Ft.Morgan, go 4 miles NE on 1-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd., then 1 3/4 miles N to property. 903 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. • _____RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Closed 9 p.m. to 3 am. except if authorized by night hunting permit d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area. wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. 42 �JENSEN SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy.13 to CR30, p~perty begins at CR30 and Hwy.13. 5,955 acres. • . HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Qosed prohibited Jan.1-July 15. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Res. #1 and 2)·- Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. • c. Hunting, fireanns, ice fishing, camping, fires, motorized, non-motorized vehicles, pets, domestic animals, boating, floating, swimming, wading prohibited. d Public access to frozen surface of lakes prohibited. Jim Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.184 to CR40, then 4 miles N to res. 120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACil.lTIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Hwy.14: a. FIShing prohibited Jan.1-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession liinit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Joe Wright Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limitis for trout is 2 fish. c. No size limit for grayling. Standard aggregate bag limits for trout apply. • JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA - Bent County . • From Las Animas, go 20 miles Ron Hwy.SO to Hasty, 2 miles S. of Hasty to res. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewirig. FACJUTIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept only. c. Oosed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. l through last day of waterfowl season as posted on US Army Corp of Engineer property under lease by DOW. or State Par1cs to provide for waterfowl resting. JOHNSON VU.LAGE SWA - Chaffee County From Hwy. 24 bridge over Arkansas River, on east side of river downstream .5 mile. Fishing acce·ss only. FISHING: coldwater stream. ro.LESBURG SWA (Julesburg and Ovid Leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 1/2 mile S on CR29 to property. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove. turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and ~t weekend of late plains rifle deer season. 43 �JUMBO RESERVOIR SWA - Logan· & Sedgwick counties . . From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to.Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to CR95, then 2 miles N to res. 1,703 acres. • HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISHING: wannwater. . RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Ann¥ or daily use fee permit required. See ''Use Fees Required" section. b. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. d. Minimum size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. e. Fishing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing.restricted to with• in 50 yards of 2 south dams or· 50 yards of outlet tower Oct 1 through last day of waterfowl sea- . son. f. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet structure. . g. Boating prohibited Oct 1 through last day of regular goose season. Hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. • h. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. i. Waterskiing prohibited before IO a.m. and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat, Sun. and Mon. of Memorial Day weekend. . j. Vehicles limited to 250. JUNCTION BUTTE SWA - Grand County a . From Kremmling, go 3 miles Son Hwy.9 to CR387(dit:t road), then 1/2 mile to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. ' RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, hang gliding prohibited. b: Vehicles prohibited except day after Labor Day through last day o( regular big game season. Juniata Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures. only. • b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be retuflled to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KARVAL RESERVOIR SWA - Lincoln County From Hwys.94 and 109,.go S 10 miles on Hwy.109 to property. 235 acres. HUNTING: deer, rab~it, scaled quail, dove,. waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife vi~wing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Kelly Lake - Jackson County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is ·2 fish. KEMP - BREEZE SWA- Gl1llld County RESTRICTIONS: . a. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restrict¢ to ages 15 and under and mobility impaired anglers restricted to wheelchair. b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-July 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish; Ketner Laite - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. _ Kingfisher Pond (Fort CoQins Environmental Leaming Center Lake) - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the .water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA -Linco~. County KINNEY LAKE TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on CR109 to CR2G, then 2.5 miles E to· CR2J, then 1 mile E to tract 320 acres. 44 �HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, photography. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Kitson Reservoir - Mesa County a. Bag, po~session limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA - Park County • From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.285 to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, South Fork. a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. KNUDSON SWA - Logan County From 1-76 at the Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to CR370 (information center, museum), then 1 mile SW to property. 581 acres. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and-opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • KOA Lake - Boulder County • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA -Weld County From Wmdsor at Hwys.392 & 257, 3 miles Son Hwy.257 to parking area S of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed sunset to sunrise. b. Hunting, fishing, camping, fires prohibited. c. Dogs must be on leash. Lagerman Reservoir - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LA JARA RESERVOIR SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy.15 to access road, then 10 miles W to reservoir. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LA JARA SWA - Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Road to property. 2,808 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. ·lm: RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan.I through Thursday befo~ Memorial Day. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth ba-;s is· 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long. Lake Avery - Rio Blanco County (See Oak Ridge SWA) LAKE BECKWITH SWA - Pueblo County RESTRICTIONS: a. Hµnting, camping, fires, ice fishing prohibited. b'. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. wind or electric motor. c. Public access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. LAKE DOROI'HEY SWA - Las Animas County. From Raton, New Mexico, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526,N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles to property. 4,804 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. 45 �RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. . RESTRICTIONS: • a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or. I00 feet of streams except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Foot or horseback only from established parking areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b: All trout must be returned to the water immediately. LAKE FOIU{ OF THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Hinsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles Non Hwy.149 to Send of easement FISHING: coldwater stream. LAKE IRWIN SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Creek Rd.(730) to Kehler Pass Rd.(12), continue N to USFS Rd.826, 1.5 miles to lake. FISHING: coldwater lake RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: campsites, drinking water, ~t rooms. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. LAKE JOHN SWA - Jackson County _ From·Walden, go 1/2 mile.Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, then 8 miles W to CR7, then 7 miles N to property. 565 water acres, 282 land acres. HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. , RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. • • RESTRICTIONS: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. b. Camping in established areas only. c. Waterskiing, sailboards prohibited. Laramie River - Larimer County Within Hohnholz SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish.· LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County - . ,,tt, . From Las Animas Won Hwy.19-;\.J 1ft miles, Non CRS.5 to ~t 69 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, dogs prohibited. • LEAPS GULCH SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy. 135 to CRlO. Go E on paved rQad to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFs·743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed Dec. I-April 30. Little Green Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LITTLE SNAKE SWA -Moffat County From Maybell, go 17 miles Non CR19. CR19 runs through property. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons until 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. 46 �Uttle Vasquez Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA - Mesa County From Fruita, take 1-70 to Loma exit (#15), then go 1.2 mile Son-frontage rd., tum SE 1/2 mile to Colorado River. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping, discharging flrem:ms, launching, using personal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. b. Parking in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles W.~n CR14W to CR21S, then 11/2 miles N to property. 181 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, archery range, nature-trail. _ FACil.JTJES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Annual or daily use permit required. See ''Use Fees Required" section. b. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex.pond. c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. . e. Camping, fires, horseback riding, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, target practice prohibited. f. Dog training prohibited except Sept 1 to last day of waterfowl season. LONE CONE SWA - Dolores County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd610, then 24 miles S to property. ·5,030 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: twO:.horse corrals, domestic well water, ·campsites. RESTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited LONE DOME SWA - Dolores & Montemma counties From Cortez, go 21 miles Non Hwy.491 to CRDD, then I mile E to CR16, then 3 miles N to access road, then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge. l,724 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FAOH..JTIES: campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Overajght parking prohibited except in designated areas. · b. Fires prohibited. LONE~ ~RVOIR ~WA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/2 miles Won CR14W to Lone Tree Dr., then l mile Son access road to reservoir. 502 water acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: . a Fishing prohibited from boats Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season. b. Fishing prohibited in outlet canal as posted. . c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. e. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. g. Camping, fires, sailboards, sailboats, bicycling, horseback riding prohibited. h. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except whe~ hunting. i. Closed in heron nesting closure area as posted. • j. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or if authorized by . night hunting pennit. 47 �k. Dog training prohibited Sept 1 to last day of waterfowl season. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Creek) and Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • ' Long Lake - Boulder County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is·2 fish. c. Fishing proh!bited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May I-July 15. . Longmont Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Wannwater fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos <;:reek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a Artificial flies arid lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. . Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness boundary: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must. be returned to the water immediately. LOWELL PONDS SWA -Adams County In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd. . FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. Boating prohibited on Sheets Lake. c. Hunting, discharging fireaqns or bows, camping, fires, dog training prohibited. d Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. e. Trapping by permit only. Lower Latham Reservoir ~ Weld County a Hunting prohibited as posted. McCall's Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. MCCLUSKEY SWA - Delta County From Paonia 's Onarga Ave., go Son Lamborn Mesa Rd., which becomes 4100 Rd. At stop sign, turn right on Stewart Mesa Rd., which then turns S and becomes 4050 Rd. At S end, it forks; turn left on 1.30 Rd. to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, rabbit. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, fires, dogs prohibited. b. Oosed except to hunt, fish or trap. Oosed from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake -Adams County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds - Larimer County . a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir - Montezuma County a Minimum size for smalloiouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Septl-Dec.31. c. No daily bag and possession limit on yellow perch. Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a Bag and.possession limit for largemouth bass is 2 fish. b. Hunting, trapping prohibited MANVILLE SWA - Jackson County From Walden. go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, take Rd.12W 5 miles W to CRIS, take Rd18, 4.5 48 �miles SW to CR5, take-R.d.5, V8 mile S to property.Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. I RESTRICTIONS: a.Hunting prohibited. b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Martin Lake - Huerfano County a. Minimum size for smallrnouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. MASONFAMILYSWA-HJnsdaleCounty From Powderhom, go 14.7 miles Son CR27 (Cebolla Creek Rd.) to property. 1,429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. hiking, picnicking. May Creek - Larimer County .a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat.trout must be returned to the water immediately.. Meadow Creek, East - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek -Alamosa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MEEKER PASTURE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy.13 to CR8, then 2 miles E to property. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. MELON VALLEY SWA - Otero County • Go 2 miles N of Hwys .. 71 and 50, then I mile E of Hwy. 71 on Rd 80.5. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited except youths 15 years old and younger and their mentors. Mentgr must be 18 years or older, comply with hunter education requirements and accompany youth while hunting. No more than 1 mentor per youth. Meredith Reservoir - Crowley County RESTRICTIONS: . . a. Closed except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. b. Trollines, jugs permitted. MESSEX SWA - Logan & Washington counties From 1-76 at the Merino exit, go 2 miles N to Hwy.6, then 1.75 miles NE to CRR, then 1.5 miles N, then .5 mile W to property. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, waterfowl RECREATION: wjJdlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Landowner permission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend .of late plains rifle deer season. f. Closed 9 p.m.-3 a.m. except if authorized by night hunting permit. g. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Field trials limited to l per year, and require landowner permission on easement Trials in Sept. must be incidental to field trial on adjacent private property. Middle Creek, East - Saguache County From headwaters downstream to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned-to the water immediately. 49 �MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA - Custer County From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. to property. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll.JTIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. MIKE IDGBEE SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go ;I- miles E on Hwy.50 to property. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, n,d>bit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek . a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immedia~ly. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA - Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E.on Hwy.263 to property. 13 acres. HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. •RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, fires prohibited. Ii. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting._ . c. Oosed March 1-Aug. 15 except date established yearly for spring turkey hunting. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA - Mesa County RESTRICTIONS: a Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping, fires, motorized, rton-motori7.ed vehicles, pets, domestic animals prohibited. c. Fueanns prohibited except for (a) above. Montgomery Reservoir - Park Coo,ity a Ice fishing prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited on south side of reservoir and from west face of dam as posted. c. Fishing prohibited Dec.I-May 31. Monument Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct l-Dec.31. Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison & Montrose counties a Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1-Dec. 31-. Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir - Lake County a Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned to water immedi~tely. . MOUNT EVANS SWA - Clear Creek County From Denver, take 1-70 W to Evergreen Pkw. exit, go 6 miles Son Hwy.74 to Evergreen Lake, tum right on Upper Bear Ck. Rd., 6.5 miles to CR480, go right on CR480, 3 miles to property. 3,438 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, blue grouse, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicl<lng, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or on a leash. c. Closed Jan.I-June 14. d Groups of 25 or more must obtain a permit; 1 group at a time. e~Vehicles prohibited day after Labor Day-June 14 except during regular rifle deer and e~ seasons. . MOUNT OURAY SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, '.5 mile NW on Hwy.291, .5 mile Won CR154, 1.25 miles NW on Ci 160. 231 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (access not on both sides of river, check.for 50 �signs). · 'MOUNT SHAVANO SFU • Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy.291 to CR154, then .5 mile .W to unit 186 acres. FISHililG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. . FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RF.STRICTIONS: Dogs proht"bited. MOUNTAIN HOME JmSERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From Ft Garland, go 2.5 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Trinchera Ranch Rd., then 2 miles S to lcehouse Rd., then 1 mile W to N entrance, or continue 1 mile S to S entrance. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RF.STRICTIONS: Waterskiing prohibited. MURPHY SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1 mile E cin CR12"to property. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RF.STRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA - Weld·County From Kersey, go 5 miles E on Hwy.34 to CR6t then 2 miles N to property. HUNTING: dee~ rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RF.STRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Di~harging fireanns or bows prohibited e:Xcept when hunting. NARRAGUINNEP RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County . From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy.491 to Hwy.184, then 2 miles E to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. ~ FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RF.STRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Closed I hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. NARROWS SWA - Larimer County a. Camping, _fires, hunting, target shooting prohibited b. Closed except 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset c. Closed except for walk-ins only Nov. I-March 31. Native Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lu~ only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake - Dolores County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Reservoir - Archuleta County a. Trotlines pennitted. b. Snagging kokanee salmon pennitted Sept I-Jan: 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp and mooring cove only. Navajo River -Archuleta & Conejos Counties From headwaters downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. New Windsor Reservoir • Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting within 400 yds. of occupied dwelling, without first obtaining permission from owner or person in charge, 1/4 mile from center line of these road,;: from Weld Co. Rd. 74 and Colo. 257 north to Weld Co. Rd. 78; east to Weld Co. Rd. 21; south-to Weld Co. Rd. 74; then west to Colo. 257. including area funned by these roads. c. Closed to waterfowl hunting 150 yds. of Colo. 257 centerline between Weld Co. Reis. 78 and 74; Weld Co. Rd. 74 between Colo. 257 .and Weld Co. Rd. 21. • Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County • a. Artificial flies and lures only.. 51 �b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek • Garfield County From Colorado ~ver upstream 1/2 ~le: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct· 1-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle County • • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. NORffl FORK SWA - Larimer County From Drake, go 1/4 mile W on Devil's Gulch Rd. to property. FISlllNG: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Oosed except for fishing. NORTH LAKE SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, ·go 35 miles NW on Hwy.12 to_property. 840 acres. FISlllNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. -North Platte River - Jackson County a. On Brownlee, Manville and Verner SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From southern boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northg;ite Cqnyon) - GOLD MEDAL WATER:. . • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass i~ 15 inches long. North Sterling Res. - Logan County a.·Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 5 fish, 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Boating prohibited Nov. I through last day of regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. e. Hunting from dam prohibited. f. Target practice prohibited except in established areas. OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 21 miles E on CR8 to CR 17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd.), then I 1/2 miles S to unit • LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy.13 to CR8, then 19 miles E to unit SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles E on CR8 to unit. SLEEPY CAT FISHING EASEMENT (see White River): From Meeker, go 17 miles E on CR8 to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres~ all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse,. dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sleepy Cat Ponds Unit and Sleepy Cat fishing easement closed except for fishing. b. Closed Dec.l~July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit. • • c. Hunting prohibited except archery S of CR8. west of CR 17, and N and E of CR 10. d. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jets kis prohibited. Boating permitted only if it does not create white-water wake. ODD FELLOWS SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then ~.l miles Won CRl~ to CRIS, then 4.5 52 �•miles Won CRIS.to CR5, then 1.5 miles SW on CR5 to CR22, then 2.5 miles on CR22 to property. Access also at Irvine SWA. 0.7 mile of river. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RFSIRICTIONS: a. Camping, hunting prohibited. b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA • Crowley.County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on CR7 to res. 8 acres. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, hi)dng. RESTRICTIONS: Discharging fireanns prohibited. ORCHARD MF.sA SWA • Mesa County a. Access only from parking area on C Rd. between 30 and 31 Rds. b. Camping, fires, horses prohibited c. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. d. Closed March 15-July 14 to protect nesting migratory birds. e. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds or zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for . details. • • f. No small game bunting allowed. g. Deer hunting by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction, (970) 255-6100. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline Aug. 1. • • h. Hunting by bows and shotguns with shotshells only. i. Dogs allowed only as hunting aid. 9 ORDWAY RFSERVO~ SWA • Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles N on-Hwy.71 to res~ (W of Hwy.). 12 acres. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping. RESTRICTIONS: Discharging fireanns prohibited. Osier Creek • Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond • Logan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for lmEemouth bass is 15 inches long. OVERLAND TRAil.. SWA • Logan County From Atwood go 5 mile Son Hwy.63 to CR16, then E .5 mileto entrance.192 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. squirrel, pheasant. bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. SepL I-May 31, hunting permitted only Sat, Sun., Wed., legal holidays and opening days of plains rifle deer and late rifle deer seasons. On opening day or first Sal, first Sun., and first Wed. of rifle deer seasons, property open only to deer hunting. b. Reservations required for hunting by calling 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours before hunt date. Failing to cancel reservations .may result in losing future reservation rights. Reservations ·not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a • licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the hunt Hunters must follow check-in and check-out procedures as posted. Mandatory check station. c. Foot access only and only from check station parking lot d. Property limited to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. e. Wildlife viewing only permitted June 1-Aug. 31, on Sat., Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. f. Turkey hunting allowed opening. day, Sat, Sun.,. Wed., of turkey seasons. g. Camping, fires, dog training prohibited. • . . h. Disch•g bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Turget practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. OWL MO~AIN SWA • Jackson County . FromWalden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy.14 to CR25, then 6 miles SW to property. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. blue grouse. • 53 �RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir - Gunnison County • From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: at Fishing prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA - Garfield County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, swimming prohibited. b. Float rubes pennitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA - Larimer County ,.· From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. to property. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. HUNTING:waterfowL FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Fishing in inlet (Lone Pine Creek) prohibited from lake upstream to CR74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd) as posted. d. Boating prohibited except for belly boats for fishing. e. Fishermen must enter on foot through gate at check station and must check in and out at check station if open. Pas., Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and .lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RESERVOIR SWA - La Plata County . From Durango, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Hwy.172, then 2 miles S to CR302, then 1 mile S to CR304, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 85 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Hunting prohibited except Sal, Sun. and Wed Pasture Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake. - Routt County • Including inlet stream for 1/4 mile above inlet, and outlet stream 1/4 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish 18 inches long. Pella Cromng Rec. Area ponds (Sunset, Heron, Webster ponds) - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All smallniouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County • From headwaters to ·Signal Mtn. Trail (USPS 928): Fishing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA - La Plata County TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles Won Hwy.160 to CR207 (Lightner Creek Rd.), then 2 miles N to CR208. • TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles Won Hwy.160 to Victory Coal Mine, then .5 mile Non access trail (through private property). 13,442 total acres, both tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. squirrel, blue grouse, band-tailed.pigeon, turkey, black bear. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk seasons. b. Discharging ~ prohibited except when bunting. c. Closed E of CR208 and N of Hwy.160, April 1-July 15. 54 �d. Closed from last day of deer and elk seasons to March 31. e. Fires, snowmobiles prohibited. PICEANCE SWA - Garfield & Rio Blanco counties SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. SQUARE S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 17 miles S to CR26 (Black Sulphur Creek Rd.), then 20 miles W to E entrance boundary. YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 lo CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 6 miles S to CR20 (dirt road); then 5 miles W to Yellow Creek Rd. LI'ITLE HILLS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 7 miles S to Dry Fork tum-off, follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. .• FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. Piedra River - Archuleta County From -Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd.631 (Piedra Rd.) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy.160): • a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . Piedra River, East Fork - Mineral County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Res. (Crystal, N Catamount & S Catamount)- El Paso & Teller Ctys. a Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. No more than 2 lake trout. • b. North Catamount Res: artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SWA - Teller County From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road, then .1.5 miles E to Bison Res. (NE of res.). 635 acres: HUNTING: bighorn sheep. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: ClosedApril 1-July 15. Pit _D Pond - Boul(Jer County . a Minimum-size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long: PITKIN SFU - G~n County • From Gunnison, go 14 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Quartz Creek Rd., go 14 miles E to Parlin and tum N to Pitkin. Unit is in Pitkin. 48 acres. FISHING: coldwaier stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing~ limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: • a Ftshing prohibited except in Quartz 0c, b. Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go Eon 1-70 to exit-#49, then 8 miles E on.Hwy.65 to Hwy.330, then turn left to Sunnyside Rd, 1/8 mile N to property. 1,346 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. RESTRICTIONS: Vehicles prohibited Dec.I-Aug. 1. PLAYA BLANCA SWA -Alamosa County RESTRICTIONS: Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., and Sat, Nov. 1-Jan. 30. PONY EXPRF.SS SWA- Sedgwick County From 1-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go .1 mile Non Hwy.385 to CR28, then go 1.5 miles W on CR28 to service road, then go .1 mile N to parking lot. Or, from Julesburg go .7 mile Won Hwy.138 to' CR39, then go .9 mile S on CR39 to property. 1,854 acres. • . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS:· a Camping, fires prohibited. b. Target practice prohibited except if authorii.ed by area wildlife mgr. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. 55 �c. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. d Qosed to goose hunting excep~ light goose hunting allowed during special control season and any conservation order for light geese. Poose .Creek - Rio Blanco County a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer County a From Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2 Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Section I - from upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and Section Il - from west ~oundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Road/bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre ~ver, North Fork - Larimer County From Bull Creek (above Halligan Res.) upstream to Divide Creek: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. • P~dre River, South Fork - Larimer County . From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile: Fishing prohibited. POlJDRE RIVER SFU - Larimer County • From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 38 miles W to property. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACil..ITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, dogs, boat launching and takeouts prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. POUDRE RIVER SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 1.5 miles W to property. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit FISHING: 'coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, raft take-out • RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. PREWITT RESERVOIR SWA - Logan & Wmhington counties From 1-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy.6, then 3.~ miles NE to reservoir. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. • FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Fishing restricted to dam Oct. 1 through last day of waterfowl season. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of dam: d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Vehicles limited to 250. f. Waterskiing prohibited. g. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. h. Glass beverage containers pro~bited i. Camping, fires prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited as posted. Hunting prohibited from .floaµng devices. • . j. Boating· prohibited Oct. I through last day of regular goose season except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. k. Annual or daily use fee; permit required. I. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as po~ to provide for waterfowl resting depending on water lev.56 �els, weather and presence of birds. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b.. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds #2 and #3 - Larimer County a. Mjnimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches· long. Pueblo Reservoir - Pueblo County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for walleye is 4 fish, 18 inches long. c. Underwa~r spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d. F"IShing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. PUEBLO RESERVOIR SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles Won Hwy.96 to res. 4,100 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, tuqcey, dove, waterfowl, scaled quail. FISHING: coldwater stream,·coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, nature trail. • RESTRICTIONS: _. a. Camping, fires, target practicing prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotgun& or bows while hunting. c. Field trials may be authorized-Feb., March, Aug., and Sept._only. d. Trapping only by permit • PUEBLO SFU - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd. on Hwy.96 to property. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. . FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. , RESTRICTIONS: Dogs, hunting prohibited. ·, PUETI RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County . From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy.184 to CR33, then 1 mile S to access trail. 1.5 miles E to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Purdy Mesa Resenoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 largemouth can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatoire River, Middle and South Forks- Las Animas County In Bosque del Oso SWA: • • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA - Bent County From Hwy.50 and Hwy.101 in Las Anim~. go Son Hwy.101, 1 mile to CRI0.75, then Son Rd. I0.75 to Rd.EE, then W to Rd.9.5, then S 1 mile tQ property at Rds.DD & 9.5. 960 acres.. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl: • RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. QUEENS SWA - Kiowa County LOWER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to·CRC, then 3.5 miles E to Upper Queens, follow access road S 2 miles to property. · UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S .on Hwy.287 to CRC, then 3.5 miles. E to property. NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to CRC, then 1 mile W. to property. NEE SO PAH: Closed as posted. • . NEE NOSHE: From Eads; go 11 miles-S-on Hwy.287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd., then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 total acres, all properties. • . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sail boating, sailsurfing,_ waters~g, camping, wildlife viewing. 57 �FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines, jugs pennitted on Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee so Pah and Upper and Lower Queens. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec. I. • c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens. d. Hunters in Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at check station when open. e. Closed as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl Dec. I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. f. Closed as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl N.ov.1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted. Quincy Reservoir -Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession lliµit for trout is 2 fish. c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d. Fishing access controlled by Aurora Parks.·and Recreation as posted. e. Minimum size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA - Eagle, Grand & Routt counties . From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles Son Hwy.9 to CRl (Trough Rd. to State Bridge), then 12 miles SW to property. . . HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone as posted. RALSTON CREEK SWA - Gilpin & Jefferson Copnties From Golden, go 1 mile Non Hwy. 93 to Golden Gate Canyon Rd. Tum left and go west 13 miles to the Golden Gate Canyon State Park headquarters. SWA south of Ralston Creek (formerly part of the state park.) 2,100 acres. HUNTING: big game, small game, furbeare,s. RESTRICTIONS·: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except while hunting. RAMAH RESERVOIR SWA - El Paso County . From Ramah, go 4 miles W on Hwy.24 to res. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohiJ:,ited Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season except for craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping, fires, water contact activities prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. Rampart Reservoir - El Paso County • a Ice fishing prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Ranch Creek, North·Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RED DOG SWA -- Prowers County . From Holly go N on CR35 to RdJJ, then E on RdJJ 2 miles to property. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. • • RED LION SWA - Logan County • From I-76·at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to CR95, then 1/4 mile N to property. 1,297 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. 58 �FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b, Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches·long. c. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. d. Fishing prohibited on Jumbo Annex R~. except Jan. l-Sept30 when bank and ice fishing is allowed in designated areas. • e. Boating prohibited. Except, craft· propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. [ Camping, fires prohibited. g. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibjted except if hunting. h. Closed April 15-July 15, as posted to protect nesting waterfowl. i. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. ._ j. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light gees~. light goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by CR970, on Eby CR97 (CRI), on S by Hwy.138 and onWbyCR95. • RED MOUNTAIN SWA - Grand County a Closed Nov. IS-April 15. b. Frres, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be ori a leash. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RICHARD SWA - Jackson County Fishing access: from Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, then 8 miles W to CR7, then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA. go to south end of Lake John to.parking lot Hunting access: from Walden. go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, then 13.7 miles W to parking area. Hunting area E of CR12W. 3,817 acres, 6 miles ·of river. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a N Fork of North Platte River on Richard SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 ~sh. b. Camping prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited. within 200 yards of buildings. Ridgway Res. - Ouray County a Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept I - ~.31. RIFLE FALLS SFU - Garfield County From Rifle,-go 15 miles Non Hwy.325 to property. 600 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs, fires, rock climbing prohibited. b. Camping prohibited except if authorized. by hatchery mgr. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas. Rifle Gap - Garfield County a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth bass is·2 fish, 15 inches long. b. All smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch May I-June 15~ c. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for walleye is 3 fish, only 1 longer than 18 inches. ;RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA. - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to property. 383 acres; HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream, wannwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken a day. 59 �c. Waterskiing prohibited March I-June 15. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County a. From waterfall at south San Juan Wtldemess boundary to headwaters: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral & Rio Grande coubties a. From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to west fence of Masonic Park: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession and maximum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 12 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From Hwy.149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for·brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA - Rio Grande County . From Monte Vista, go 3 miles E on Sherman Ave. to property. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife Viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, parking RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15. Area wildlife manager may authorize access during closure if it won't harm nesting or wintering birds. c. Camping prohibi_ted except in parking areas with toilets. d. Area wildlife manag~r may post specific closures to manage waterfowl hunting pressure during waterfowl seasons to protect maintenance and construction equipment and to protect human health and safety. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing easements) -Rio Grande County RESTRICTIONS:. a. Camping prohibited. b. Closed except for fishing. Rio Lado Creek ~ Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 35 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.513, then 2 miles NW to the fork, take right fork 200 yards N to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FA_CILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. . RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, #2, #3, #4 #5 - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD. CANYON RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.520, then 4 miles W to reservoir; FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking. water, boat ramp. . RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a ·whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. . • Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin & Garfield counties a. From Mcfarlane Creek downstream to upper Woody Creek bridge: areas. 60 �1. Artificial flies only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. ·From upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to Colorado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag, possessioµ limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fis~ 16 inches long. c. 50 yanls upstream and downstream from Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct I-Nov. 30. d. From the Crystal River downstream to Colorado River - GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING FORK SWA - Garfield County RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on the East River to property. 778 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: . a Fishing prohibited sunset to -sunrise. b. C~ping, flies prohibited. . c. Target practicing prohibited except in designated areas. Discharging firearms prohibited in designated safety zone. • Rock Creek - Lake County a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the water Immediately. ROCK CREEK SWA - Routt County. . From Kremmling, go 6 miles Non Hwy.40 to Hwy.134, then 12 miles W over Gore Pass to USFS Rd.206, then 2.5 miles SW to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 2 _miles NE on Hwy.266, cross bridge, tum E on CR80.5. 550 acres. Oo 1 .25 mile farther E to McClelland tract. 662 acres. • Hl.JNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING:warmwate~ ~ RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewiQg. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIO.NS: a. Frres prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited on Melon Valley Tract, except for youths 15 and younger. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Mentors must be 18 or older and meet hunter education require°'ents. No more than I mentor per youth. Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake !" Denver County a Minimum siz.e largemouth bass for is 15 inches long . .ROEBER SWA - Delta County From Paonia, go· 1 mile Son 4100 Rd. (Onarga Ave.), tum left on N80 Lane, go_, 2 miles to 4200 Dr., tum right, go 1 mile to parking Jot. Or. from Onarga Ave., go S on Lamborn Mesa Rd. to Minerich Rd. Go I mile to parking lot. HUNTING: deer. elk. rabbit. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping, ·fires, dogs prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement. c. Closed from last day of regular big game season through April 30. d. Closed except hunting or fishing. 61 �ROSEMONT RESERVOIR SWA -Teller County From Divide, go 15 miles S on Hwy.67 to Gold Camp Rd. near Victor, then 20 miles E to res: 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 a.m. d. Boating, camping, dogs; fires, picnicking, water contact activities prohibited. e. Closed except by foot from established parking areas. f. Closed Nov.I-May 10. g. Closed near dam, caretaker's house and north side of res.' as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKE'S SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go S on 1-25 to exit 98-A, then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field, then E on Runyon • Field Rd ..5 mile to property. 40 acres. • FISHING: warmw~ter, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing.· FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trail, handicapped fishing dock. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating, camping, fires, ice fishing, water contact activities prohibited. b. Closed sunset to sunrise except fishing. RUSSELL LAKES SWA - Saguache-County . From Saguache, go 9 miles Son Hwy.285 to CRR, then 1.5 miles E to property. 793 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except as posted. b. Closed Feb.IS-July 15. c. Camping prohibited except iitself-contained units in designated areas. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb.,- March, Aug., and Sept. only. e. Parking only in established parking areas. f. Sect. 29 closed during waterfowl season. • . g. Closed after I p.m. during first waterfowl season. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the Middle and South Fork tributaries downstream to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (North) - Boulder County From Horse Creek downstream to inlet of.Button RockRes: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Saint Vrain Creek, (South) - Boulder County a. From headwaters downstream to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is ~ fish. b: From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. Fishing prohibited, May I-July 15. San Francisco Creek ~ddle, West forks) & West San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County a. On ·usFS lands, inciuding West San Francisco Lake: • • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River -Archuleta County From Hwys. J60 and 184 downstream through Pagosa Springs to Apache St. and river: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish for all anglers, including youths under 16. 62 �SAN LUIS LAKES SWA -Alamosa County . From Alamosa, go 13 miles Non Hwy.17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd., then 8 miles E to access road, then 1/4 mile N to property. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACll.ITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Boating prohibited north of buoy line. b. Closed north of buoy line and east-west fence line Feb.IS-July 15. c. Camping prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line. SAN ~GUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing .easement) - San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile Son Hwy.145 to proper,ty. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA • Costilla Coul!ty From San Luis, go 3 miles E on Hwy.152 to Hwy.242, then 5.2 miles S to property. FISHING: warmwater lake. • FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed except for fishing. b. Hunting, waterskiing prohibited. c. Camping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. SAND DRAW SWA - _Sedgwick County From 1-76 at the Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles Son Hwy.385 to CR16, turn E to CR49, then 1 mile S to property. 209 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b.. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. . c. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 years • or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by . mentors while hunting. One mentor per youth. SANDS LAKE SWA • Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy.291. Property E of hwy., opposite Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. SANDSAGE· SWA - Yuma County From Wray, go 4.5 miles W on Hwy.34 to CR35, then .25 mile W to CRCC, then .5 mile S to property. • HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. ' RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Dis~harging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. d. Target practice prohibited except if authorized·by area wildlife mgr. .SAPINERO SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles Won Hwy.SO (access from Hwy.SO at Red Creek, East Elk Creek and Dry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder €ounty a. Minimum size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except ponds I and IA. c. Dogs must be on 6-foot.leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d. Moto~zed, non-motorized vehicles (incl. bicycles) prohibited beyond designated parking 63 �.• SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. ~ =Flynure only; catch and release - return trout to water immediately. fill·= Flynure o~y; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. 64 �~lJi~MJ!o REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK SPINNEY MTN. RES.: Fly-lure only; I tro~t limit. 20 inches or longer; no fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise; no ice fishing; GOLD MEDAL WATER. • ELEVENMILE RES.: 4 trout limit, no more than 2 trout 16 inches or longer; snagging of kokanee pennitted from Oct I~Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line; only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed; no public access on dam, along south and west shoreline and on the island (except for waterfowl hunting). TOMAHAWK SWA: Fishing closure Sept I -Jan. 31. El = Fl)'./lure oajy; catch and release - return fish to water immeS diately. GOLD MEDAL W:ATER. . . · ■ = Fly/lure only; all trout between 12 and 20 inches in length must be ·released; 2 trout limit of which no more than 1 can be greater the 20 inches long; GOLD MEDAL WATER. �areas. e. Hunting, boating, bellyboats prohibited. f. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit g. Horseback riding prohibited except on established maintenance roads. h. Closed midnight to 5 am. , i. Other activities may be prohibited as posted. Second Creek • Delta County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA - Sedgwick County From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.138 to access road, then .5 mile S to property. 885 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squim;l, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. _ b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. _ c. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. SEELEY RESERVOIR SWA • Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles N on 35th Ave. to reservoir. 118 acres .. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 1~ inches long. b. Fishing prohibited except along west shore or from boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Closed 1 hour afte.r sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Discharging firearms or bows, camping, fires prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA - Conejos County From Manassa, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.142 to a~cess road, then .5 mile N to property. 640 afres. HUNTING: rabbit. dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. . b. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. c. Closed Feb.15-)uly 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA - Routt County . From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles Son Hwy.131 to CRIS, then 7 miles SE to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. SETCHFIELD SWA • Bent County From Hwys.50 and· 101 in Las Animas, take Hwy.IOI S 16 miles to CRP. Go Won Rd.P 1 mile to Rd.11, then S 6 miles on rds.11 and IO to property. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. Severy Creek - El Paso County ., a Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA - Jackson County • From Walden, go 14 miles SW on Hwy.14 to CR28, then I mile S to CRI 1, then 3 miles S to CR288, then .5 mile W to property. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing._ 66 • �FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whi~water wake. b. Sailboards proltjbited. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Grand County • a. Ice fishing .shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res., inc. Columbine Bay to 1\vin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct.15-Dec.31. • b. Snagging prohibited. SHARPTAil, RIDGE SWA - Douglas County RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed, except to deer and elk hunting by access permit. Applicants must have a valid unit 5.1 public land deer or elk license. Contact the Northeast Region office, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216, (303) 291-7227. Deadline to apply for permits Aug. 15. b. Public access restricted to day use only, 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. · c. ·Foot ac.cess only.. d. Camping, fires prohibited. Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Sheep Creek, East and West Forks - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sh~rwin Lake - Clear Creek County • a. Bag and pos~sion limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, .16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures. only.· Silver Creek Conservation Easement - Grand County RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Fires, motor vehicles prohibited. c. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit ancl minimum size is 2 fish, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA - Yuma County RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed June 1-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping, fires, dog training prohibited. . d. Target practice prohibited except When authorized by area wildlife mgr. SIMPSON-PONDS SWA-Larimer County . . From 1-25 at the Hwy.402 exit (#255), go 2 mile." Won Hwy.402 to CR9E, then .5 mile N to property. 44.acres. HUNTINO: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. b. Camping, fires, dog training, horseback riding, bicycling prohibited. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing or if authorized by night hunting permit . 63 RANCH SWA - Park County From Fairplay, 15 miles Son Hwy. 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct. on Hwy. 285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, big game. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife observation. 67 �RESTRICTIONS: a See South Platte River, South Fork. b. Camping prohibited. SKAGUAY RESERVOIR SWA-Teller County . From Victor, go .5 mile Eon CR67 to CR441, then 65 miles E to res. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH RESERVOIR SWA- Costilla County From B.lanca, go .5 mile W on Hwy.160 to Airport Rd., then 4 miles S to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. . FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Nov.I through erid of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. c. Closed Feb.IS-July 15 on N and E shores. d. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Fishing Lakes (North, South, West) - Adams County On North Lake: (open in mid-2005) a. Artificial flie~ and lures only. • b. Fish must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Park -Arapahoe County a Minimum si:ze for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. South Ph1tte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park & Teller counties a From confluence of middle and south forks downstream to Spinney Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: . • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. _ 2. All trout 12-20. inches must be returned to the water immediately.. 3: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches: b. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res. downstream to inlet of Ele~enmile Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER:· • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to ~e water immediately. c. From below Elevenmile Dam downstream to Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): l. Artificial flies.and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property - GOLD MEDAL WATER: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. e. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. f. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board's Marston diversion structure: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum si:ze for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. South Platte River, Middle Fork.;. Park County a. From Hwy.9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte - GOLD 68 �MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit and minimum si7.e for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. Within Tomahawk SWA: I. Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Jan. 31. South Platte River, South Fork - ~ County a. From Hwy.285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be retui:ned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches.. b. From ·Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: I. Fishing prohibited. c. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to Middle Fork of South Platte. I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA- Yuma County . From Burlington, go 21 miles N on Hwy.385 to CRl, then 3 miles E, 2 miles N and 2 miles E to property. 13,140 acres. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: wannwater lake. • RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. interpretive program. • FACil..ITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit. • • • RESTRICTIONS: ~ Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug.• and Sept. only. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-Maich, and no more than I field trial may be authori7.ed Aug.Sept. • b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited on downstream face of dam. c. Parking for waterfowl hunting permitted only in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. SPANISH PEAKS SWA - Las Animas County From. Aguilar, go W on the Apishapa Rd; follow signs to property. 6,450 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil.,ITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited except in established areas. b.. Closed except from established parking areas. . c. Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Rese"oir- Park County- GOLD MEDAL WATER a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession and minimum size for trout is 1 fish, 20 inches long. • c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after _sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing prohibited. • SPINNEY MOUNTAIN SWA - Parle County From Hartse!, go 3 miles S on CR59 to property. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FI~HING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. • Sprat Platte Lake -Adams County a.· Artificial fies and lures only. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. SPRING CREEK RESERVOIR SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy.135 to Almont Tum right on CR742, travel 6 miles to Spring Creek. Turn left on Spring Creek Rd. and go 14 miles to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. · 69 �RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usually July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. STALKER LAKE SWA- Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to CRFF, then 1.5 miles N to access road, then .5 mile w~t to property. 75 acres. . HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: cold~ater lake, warmwater.lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground. RESTRICTIONS: • a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass ·is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Target practice prohibited • - except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. • e. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or. bows. f. Hunting prohibited as posted on SWA and adjacent private land Steams Lake - Boulder County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters downstream to Denver'Water Board diversion: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on CR27 to road: RESTRICTIONS: Closed as posted to prevent road and habitat damage. SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy.184 to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing.. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping, fires prohibited. • c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout niust be returned to the water immediately. . Swan River - Summit County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish 16 inches long. c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 miles, fishing prohibited Oct. l-Jan.31. Swan River (North Fork) - Summit County a i\rtificial flies and. lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sweitzer Lake - Delta County •• a Hunting waterfowl permitted on opening day and Sat, Sun., Wed., legal holidays. Sylvan Lake - Eagle County a Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Septl-Nov.30. ·TAMARACK RANCH SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Crook exit (#149)~ go .5 mile Non Hwy.55 to property. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a Tamarack, Pronger ponds: Min. size for SQlallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Frres prohibited except in designated camping area d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug._, ~d Sept. only. No more than 3 trials may 70 �be authorized Feb.-March and Aug.., and no more than 1 in Sept e. Mandatory check station. Assigned vehicle parking spots. Hunters muststay at assigned checkin area until 9 a.m. when they can walk to adjacent areas and hunt. Deer and turkey hunters • required only to check into East or West Tamarack Area, unit 91. To hunt South Tamarack, unit 93, •hunters also must check in and out at check station. f. Reservations accepted for weekends and holi48ys as listed. Hunting allowed weekends as listed and Columbus Day (observed), Veterans' Day (observed);Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Martin Luther King.Day, Presidents' Day. Frrst hunt date available for reservations is the Sat after Oct 24. Last date available is last Sunday of the regular duck season. Weekdays, weekends and holidays outside reservation period, and any unreserved or open areas, are open to hunting without reservations and are regulated through the check station. Reservations made by calling 1-800-846- • 9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 48 hours befo~ hunt date. Failing to cancel reservations may·resuit in losing fu~ reservation rights·. _Reservations not transferable. Hunters limited to max. of 1 reservation per hunt date and 1 reservation per phone call. Whoever makes a reservation must be a licensed hunter and must be at property the day of the hunt. Hunters must follow check-in and check-out procedures as posted. g. Target practice prohibited except if authorized by area wildlife mgr. . h. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited o~ning of the regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. i. Camping prohibited except in designated area. TARRYALL RESERVOIR SWA- Park County . From Jefferson, go 15 miles SE on CR77 to reservoir. 886 acres (175 surface acres of water.) HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Closed from dam, spillway and outlet structures, all of Tarryall Creek and drained reservoir below the high-water line, and all land and facilities south and west of Co.Rd.77 except Tarryall Ck. above high-water line as posted. • • 'Thylor Creek, Little • Montezuma County , a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the· water immediately. Taylor Creek (North) - Custer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Thylo)" Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lalre trout is 3 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs and.tail snares prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept.l'-Jan.31. TAYLOR RIVER SWA- Gunnison County_ From Gunnison, go 10 miles Non Hwy.135 to USFS Rd.742 (Taylor River Rd.), then 18 miles E to base of Taylor ReS. • • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. From top of Taylor Dam downsm;am 325 yards: 1. FIShing prohibited as posted. 2. Closed. b. From 325-yards below Taylor-Dam-downstream to upper boUQdary of Sam's private property (.4 miles): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Camping, fires, hunting prohibited:· d. Parking pennitted only in designated areas. Teller Lake • Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is ts inches long. Teller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County . _ . .. • . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ·TERRACE RESERVOIR SWA - Conejos County. • From Monte Vista, go 12 miles Son Hwy.15 to USFS Rd.250, then 9 miles W to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. - 71 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA - Park County From Jefferson, 2 miles west ·on Hwy.285 and tllen 2 miles north on CR35; 950 acres. HUNTING: big game, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires prohibited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake-AKA Rainbow Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County From confluence with Roaring Fork River upstream In mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct I-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIRSWA- Prowers County . From Lamar, go 9 miles Non Hwy.196 to CRIT, then 1 mile W to CR7, then .~5 mile N to-res. 173 acres. HUNTING:· dove, waterfowl, rabbit FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season. b. Closed l hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. TILMAN BISHOP SWA - Mesa County a. aosed during nesting and migratory bird period, March 15-July 14. b. Camping prohibited. • c. Hunters must check in and out of entrance station. d. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds or zone identified for each blind. Blinds assigned at entrance station and available daily, first come, first served. Max. num~r of hunters per blind is 4. • e. Hunting restricted to bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. f. Deer and pheasant hunting allowed by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasant. Permits issued by drawing; successful applicants notified by mail. Date, time and location of drawing on application. . . g. Turkey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. Thnberline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (including Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles Son Hwy.71 to Hwy.IO, then 2 miles E across Timpas Creek Bridge, then 1 mile S on CR21, then 1 mile W on CRZ to property. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. , RESTRICTIONS:· Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA- Park County From Hartse}, go 5 miles N on Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 ,miles S on Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, Middle Fork. a. Camping, fires prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Jan. 31. Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 72 �b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. : T01TEN RESERVOIR SWA - Montemma County From Cortez, go 3 1/2 miles Eon Hwy.160to CR29, then 1 mile N to reservoir. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: piCJ}icking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 1S inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping, fires prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited in inlet area Sept.30 -Jan.20 as posted to protect resting wa~rfowl. e. Closed along N shore March I-May 31. f. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. Trappers Lake - Garfield County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. Trout longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing pro_hibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mile. d. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to 6rst falls. • f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook trout. . TREAT/OGDEN SWA - Fremont County From Coaldale, go W on Hwy.SO, 2 miles to CR45 turn N and go 1.5 miles to property. FISHING: coldwater in Arkansas River. • Trinidad Reservoir - Las Animas County a Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. • TRUJll.LO MEADOWS SWA - Conej~ County · From Antonito, go 36 miles W on Hwy.17 to USFS Rd. I I8, then 4 miles N to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Turk's Pond - Baca County a Hunting prohibited as posted from beginning of first split of waterfow! seasons through last day of waterfowl seasons, in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 South, Range 44 West, 6th P.M. on private property within 1/4 mile surrounding Turk's Pond SWA. b. No discharging firearms or arrows from, on or across. 50 yds. on each· side of center line of public roads-in sections 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 South, Range 44 West, 6th P.M. TURK'S POND SWA - Baca County From Springfield, go 2·miles Non Hwy.287 to CRHH, then 14 miles E to CR39, then 3.5 miles N to property. 200 acres. • HUNTING: dove. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electri~ motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Closed near pond and administrative building except to retrieve downed·wa~rfowl from opening day of waterfowl season through Feb. 28. Turquoise Reservoir• Lake County a Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Tuttle Creek .. Saguache County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 1\vin Lakes - Lake County a Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. b. Lake trout 22-34 inches .long must be returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA - Larimer County . From Allenspark, go 4 miles Non Hwy.7 to Meeker Park (USFS Access Rd.119), 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd.325, then 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. 73 �HUNTING: deer, elk. blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BU'ITES RESERVOIR SWA - Baca & Prowers Ctys. From Springfield, go 18 miles Non Hwy.287 to CRB.5. then 3 miles E to res. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer. antelope. rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater; RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRI~ONS: Boating prohibited in Two Buttes Ponds below dam except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Two Ledge Reservoir - Jackson County a.Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River - Ouray County a. From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. • b. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From CR23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept l-Dec.31. Union Reservoir - Weld County a. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches loJlk. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAIL QEER UNDERPASS SWA ._ Eagle County From Vail. go 4 miles W on. S frontage rd. of 1-70 to property. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting p~hibited. b. Closed Nov.I-June 15. Valeo Ponds - Pueblo County •a. Boating prohibited including float tubes and inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited. Vallecito Creek - La Plata & San Juan counties a. From inlet ofVallecito Reservoir upstream: I. Taking kokanee (including snagging) prohibited except Nov.15- Dec.31. b. From headwaters do~tream to Weminuche Wtldemess boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 ·fish. Valmont Reservoil". - Boulder County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. Vancil Reservoir - Morgan County a. Waterfowl hunting prohibited. Vaughn Reservoir• Rio Blanco County a. aag and possession limit for ~utthroat trout is 2 fish. VERNER SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then 5.1 miles Wto CRIS, then .5 mile Wto access road. 1 mile of river. RECRJ?ATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: Closed except for fishing. VIKING VALLEY SWA - Gunnison & Saguache counties From Gunnison go E 16 miles on Hwy.SO to Doyleville. Tum Son CR3090, go 1 mile to fork in road, tum right on CR3077, travel 2 miles to property. HUNTING: sage grouse, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Closed ex~pt if authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, West - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. . ;y"ll'ginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 74 �Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is· 15 inches long.· WAHATOYA SWA (including Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County . From LaVeta, go I mile E on Bear Creek Rd. to property. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATiqN: pic_nicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping. fires: ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind. Walden Ponds - Boulder County a Artificial flies and lures only except Picnic Pond. b. All smallrnouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch except in Picnic Pond. WALDEN ~VOIR SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then 5 mile W to res. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go 2 miles Won Hwy.6 and 50, tum S on River Rd, .5 mile on River Rd., tum$ on gravel access road. 351 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited OcLl-Feb.28. b. Closed 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited.. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d Frres, dogs. hunting, camping, trapping prohibited. e. Waterfowl restricted to established hunt zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for details. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD POND SWA - Jefferson County In Denver, at 1-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: warmwater. · FACILITIES: rest-room. RESTRICTIONS: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. d. Camping, fires, hunting, dog training, discharging firearms or·bows prohibited. e. Closed except for fishing. f. Trapping only by permit. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. Fishing restricted to youths 15 years or younger. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County • From Ft Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd. (CR28), 1. mile W to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Hunting, dogs prohibited. b. .Closed along west bank of Poudre River next to employee housing. WATSON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From FtCollins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd. (CR52E), 1 mile W to property. 139 acres. • FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. • 75 �• RESTRICTIONS: _a. Hunting, discharging fireanns, •ice fishing, boating, ice skating, camping prohib,ited. b. Closed on northwest side as posted. • c. Parking prohibited on south dam. · cl. Use or possession of live minnows prohibited. e. Closed I hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except for fishing. WEBSTER SWA - '\3/eld County . . . From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy.85 to CR394, then 2 1/4 miles W to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires, discharging firearms or bows prohibited. b. Shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows allowed for hunting. WELLINGTON RESERVOIR_ #4, SMITH LAKE SWA - Larimer Co~ty From 1-25 at the Wellington exit, go .3 miles Won Hwy.I to CR7, then 1.4 miles N to CR66, then 2 miles W to property. Wellington Res. #4 - 105 acres. Smith Lake - 30 acres. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIF.S: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Hunting, discharging firearm~ or bows, camping, fires, OHVs, ·snowmobiles prohibited. c. Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res. #4. d. Closed l hour after sunset to l hour before sunrise except for fishing. WELLINGTON SWA - Larimer & Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 9 miles Non E service road to CR 64, then 1.5 miles E to unit COBB LAKE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 5 miles Non E service road to CR56, then 1.4 miles E to unit. . SCHWARE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 7 miles Non E service road to CR60, then 1 mile E to unit. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hunt waterfowl. b. Camping, fires prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., March 1-14 and Aug. only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake Unit year-round. d. Closed on Wellington and Schware units March 15-July 15. Closed on Wellington Unit from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except Sat, Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. e. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. • f. Horseback riding prohibited_ except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. • g. Big game hunting restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. WEST BANK SWA - Garfield County S on Hwy.82, turn right at mile marker 5 on CR154. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RESTRICTIONS: Camping, fires, discharging firearms prohibited. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy.141 Bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Creek: a Bag-and poss~sion limit for trout is 2 fish . • West C~ Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be ~turned to the water immediately. WEST LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 38 water acres. • HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife· viewing, fishing, camping. FACILITIF.S: campground, rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS:·Boating prohibited except craft p!{>pelled by hand. 76 �WEST LAKE SWA - Mesa County FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating, water contact activities prohibited. • b. Closed 9 p.m.-7 a.m. WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA- Garfield County From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Hwy.325, tum right, go 6 miles to CR252, then go 1 mile. NW to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking· water. . RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except clay after Labor Day-Dec. 31. WHITE HORSE SWA -Admm County a. Closed except for youths and mentors for waterfowl hunting only if authorized by area wildlife mgr. for participants in Division's youth hunting program. White River.• Rio Blanco County a. From headwaters (jncluding N and S Fork) of White River downstream to Hwy. 13 bridge below Meeker: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara and Nelson/Prather leases and Meeker pasture SWA east of Meeker. • • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water imm~ately.. c. From Piceance Creek downstream to Utah, including Kinney Reservoir. 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. d. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. WILLIAMS CREEK RF.SERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.160 to USPS Rd.631, then 30 miles N to res. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Sailboards, waterskiing prohibited. • Wllllams Fork Rese"olr - Grand County a·snagging kokaoee permitted Sept.l -Dec.31. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned.to the_ water imµtediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: 1. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept 15-0ct. 31. Wllliams Fork River - Grand County • From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the Colorado River. a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Wdllmm Gulch - Larimer C9unty . From headwaters downstream to Poudre River. Fishing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little ~nake..dralnage)-Mofl'at County a Artificial flies and lures only. , b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand County a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. WINDY GAP WATCHABLE Wll,DLIFE AREA- Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles Won Hwy.40. Property is on Hwy.125. 100 acres. FACILITIES: picni~ tables, toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Dogs prohibited beyond parking area . b. Hunting, fishing, trapping, dis(;harging fireanns, camping. fires prohibited. c. Closed outside viewing area Closed sunset to sunrise. Wolf Creek - Conejos County . a Artificial flies and lures only. 77 �b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water. immediately. WOODHOUSE SWA - Douglas County RESTRICTIONS: Closed. WOODS LAKE SWA- San Miguel County . . From Telluride, go 13 miles Won Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.618 in Fall Creek, then 9 miles S to property. 160 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Boats prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. WRAY SFU - Yuma County . From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to CR FF, then 2 miles N to property. 355 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RFSTRICTIONS: . b. Camping prohibited except E of Yuma Co: Rd. FF on Chief Ck. c. Hunting, dogs prohibited. • Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth.bass is 15 inches long. • Wright Lake - Chaffee County a Artificial flies and lures only. WUANITA WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA- Gunnison County a Camping, tires, discharging fireanns prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except if inside a vehicle. c. Trash must be packed oul Yampa River - Routt County a From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: 1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. . l>. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck. excluding Catamount Lake: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. c. From Walton Ck. downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge in Steamboat Springs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From James Brown (Soul ~enter of Universe) bridge to Hwy.394 bridge near Craig: . 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. From headwaters of Yampa River downstream to Green ~ver:. 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, ~n sunfish, bluegill, bullhead anc;I crappie. • YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a Camping, tires prohibited. Youngs Creek Res. #1, 2, 3 - Delta County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake - Yuma County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a..Artificial flies and lures only. . .. . . _ b. F'IShing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. 1-July 31. c. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 78 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cullhroat (Native) Trout - Cutthroat have a crimson slash on either side of the throai beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cutthroat trout is Colomdo's official state fish. Mountain Whitefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout's, and mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Sporting pattern is made up of black spots and red-orange spots inside light blue circles. White Crappie - Have six spines on dorsal fin and banded body. Black crappies have 7-9 spines on dorsal fin and a mo1Ued body. Rainbow Trout - Identifying marks arc black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large. well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky comeas. Brook Trout - Pectoral. pelvic and anal fi ns often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots inside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horiwntal stripe extending the length of body. Kokanee Salmon - Al the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-white pauem. Males develop hook jaw and tum brick red. Smallmouth Bass - Upper jaw docs not extend beyond eye and fish usually has venical stripes along sides. Lnkc lrout (Mackinaw) - Has a while, irregular spo1 pauern on dark body. Veriforrn markings over back and head. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented tail fin. Wiper - A hybrid between while bass and striped baSs. Anwork by Jo,eph R. Tomclleri 79 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY A ~ County Grandview Ponds Lowell Ponds White Horse • Alamosa County Higel Playa Blanca . . San Luis Lakes Archuleta County Devil Creek Echo Canyon Res. Baca County Burchfield Turk's Pond 1\vo Buttes Res. (also·Prowers Cty.) Bent County Adobe Qc. Res. (also Kiowa Cty.) Horse Creek Res. (also Otero Cty.) John Martin Res. Las Animas SFU Purgatoire River Setchfield Boulder County Gross Res. Chaffee County _ ~ RivJSalida (also Lake Cty.) Big Bend Chalk Cliffs SFU Oear Creek Res. FranzLake •• Granite Hannon Heckendorf Johnson Village Mount Ouray SFU Mount Shavano SFU Sands Lake aear Creek County Bergen Peale (also Jefferson Cty.) Mount Evans Conejos County Conejos County Ponds Conejos River Hot Creek La Jara Res. La Jara Sego Springs Terrace Res. Trujillo Meadows Costilla County Mountain Home Res. Sanchez Res. Smith Res. Crowley County Olney Springs Res. Ordway Res. Custer County De Weese Res. Middle Thylor Creek 80 Delta County Crawford Escalante (also Mesa, Montrose Ctys.) McCluskey Roeber • Dolores County Fish Creek Groundhog Res. Lone Cone Lone Dome (also Montezuma Cty.) Douglas County Chatfield .SFU Columbine SbarptailRidge Woodhouse Eagle County Basalt (also Pitkin Cty.) Eagle River Gypsum Ponds Radium- (also Grand, Routt Ctys.) Vail Deer Underpass El Paso County Ramah Res. _ Fremont County Beaver Creek Brush Hollow Treat/Ogden Garfield County Crystal River SFU •Fravert Reservoir Garfield Creek Glenwood Springs SFU Hunt Parachute Ponds Piceance (also Rio Blanco Cty.) Rifle Falls SFU Roaring Fork West Bank West Rifle Creek Gilpin Couniy Ralston Creek (also Jefferson Cty.) Grand County Hot Sulphur Springs Junction Butte Kemp-Breeze Radium (also Eagle, Routt Ctys.) Red Mountain Windy_ Gap. Watchable Wildlife Area Gunnison County AlnJont Triangle Beaver Lake (Marble) Beaver Res. (Minnesota Creek) Cabin Creek Centennial Cimarron (also Montrose Cty.) Dutch Gulch Gunnison Gunnison River (Van Tuyl & Redden) Lake Irwin �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Leaps Gulch PitkinSFlJ Roaring Judy SFlJ ·sapinero Spring Creek Res. Tuylor River VJ.king Valley (also Saguache Cty.) Wuanita Watchable Wildlife Area Hinsdale County Brown Lakes Lake Fork of the Gunnison River Mason Family Rito Hondo Res. Road Canyon Res. Williams Creek Res. Hue~ario County .Huerfano Wahatoya Jackson County Brownlee Cowdrey Lake . Delaney Butte Lakes Diamond] Irvine Lake John Manville Murphy Odd Fellows Owl Mountain Richard Seymour Lake Verner WaldenRes. • Jefferson County Bergen Peale (also Clear Creek Cty.) Ralston -Creek (also Gilpin Cty.) Ward Pond Kiowa County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Bent Cty.) . i Queens Kit Carson County . •. Flagler Res. La Plata County Bodo Durango SFlJ Haviland Lake ·Pastorius Res. • Perins Peale Lake County Arkansas RivJSalida (also Chaffee Cty.) Hallenback Ranch Larimer County Bellaire Lake BellvueSFlJ Big Thompson Ponds Bliss Boedecker Res. Cherokee Dixon Lake Douglas Res Dowdy Lake Forks· Frank (also Weld Cty.) Hohnholz Lakes Lon Hagler Lone Tree Res. Narrows North Fork Parvin Lake Poudre River SFU Poudre_ River Simpson Ponds Storm Mountain Access Road 1\vin Sisters Watson Lake SFU Watson Lake Wellington Res.#4 & Smith Lake Wellington - (also Weld Cty.) West Lake Las Animas County Apishapa. Bosque del Oso James M. John Lake Dorothey North Lake. . Spanish Peaks Lincoln County Hugo KarvalRes. Kinney Lake Logan County Atwood Bravo Duck Creek Dune Ridge Jumbo Res. (also Sedgwick Cty.) Knudson Messex (also Washington Cty.) • North Sterling Res. . Overland Trail Prewitt Res. (also Washington Cty.) Red Lion Tumarack Ranch Mesa County . ComLake . . &calante (also Delta. Montrose Ctys.) Horse Thief Canyon· Jerry Creek Res I. 81 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE-AREAS BY COUNTY Loma Boat Launch Mogensen Ponds Orchard Mesa Plateau Creek TIiman Bishop Walker West Lake Mineral County Alberta Park Res. Big Meadows Res. _ Coller (also Rio Grande Cty.) Creede Moffat County Bitter Brush Browns Park Elkhead Lake (also Routt Cty.) •Little Snake Montezuma County Dolores River Joe Moore Res. Lone Dome (also Dolores Cty.) Narraguinnep Res. Puett Res. Summit Res. Totten Res. Montrose County Billy Creek (also Ouray Cty.). Chipe~Lake Cimarron (also Gunnison Cty.) Escalante (also Delta, M~sa Ctys.) Morgan County Brush·Prairie Ponds · Brush Cottonwood Elliott Jackson Lake. Jean K. Tool Otero County Holbrook Res. Horse Creek Res. (also Bent Cty.) Melon Valley Rocky Ford . Ttmpas Creek Ouray County • Billy Creek (also Montrose Cty.) Park County Alma Badger Basin James Mark Jones Knight-Imler 63 Ranch • Spinney Mountain Tarryall Res. Teter 82 Tomahawk Phillips County Frenchman Creek Holyoke Pitkin County Basalt (also Eagle Cty.) Coke Oven Prowers County Arkansas_ River Deadman Granada Holly ..Mike Higbee Red Dog Thurston Res. 1\vo Buttes Res. (also B·aca Cty.) Pueblo County Lake Beckwith Pueblo Res .. Pueblo SFU Runyon/Fountain Lakes Rio Blanco County Jensen Meeker Pas~ Oak Ridge Piceance (also Garfield Cty.) Rio Blanco Lake - . Rio Grande County Beaver Creek Res. Coller (also Mineral Cty.) Home Lake Rio Grande Rio Grande (Del Norte) R~utt County Adams Christina (Elk River) Chuck Lewis • Elkhead I.:.ake (also Moffat Cty.) Emerald Mountain • Finger Rock SFU Indian Run Radium (also Eagle, Grand Ctys.) Rock Creek Service Creek Yampa River Saguache County Cochetopa Dome Lakes •Russell Lakes Vtking Valley (also Gunnison Cty.) San Juan County Andrewsl..ake San Miguel County Dan Noble �Dry Creek Basin San Miguel Woods Lake Sedgwick County Julesburg Jumbo Res. (also Logan Cty.) Pony Express Sand Draw Sedgwick Bar Summit County Blue River Teller County Dome Rock Pikes Peak Rosemont Res. Skaguay Res. Washington County Messex (also Logan O y.) Prewit1 Res. (also Logan Cty.) Weld County Banner Lakes Brower Centennial Valley Frank (also Larimer Cry.) Kodak Watchable Mitani-Tokuyasu Nakagawa Seeley Res. Webster Wellington (also Larimer Cty.) Yuma County Sandsage Sinm1011s South Republican Stalker Lake Wray SFU RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on hunting information (area code 303): De.er, Elk, Antelope, Bear ............. . ............. .291-7529 Fishing . . ................. . ...... . .... . ..... .' ....291-7533 Small Game, Upland Game ..........................'.!91-7546 Turkey ..........................................291-7547 Waterfowl ............. . .......................... 291-7548 Hunler Educalion ..................................29 l-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses ... . ......................29 I-7528 For a list of recorded information, call 303-297-1192. OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profil organization working with the DOW's law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don 'Lhave to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-877-COLOOGT tollfree. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 83 �FISHING OR HUNTING GUIDE When you subscribe to Colorado Outdoors Magazine A s 1he official magazine of the Division of Wi ldlife, Colorado Outdoors provides unique insight into our wildli fe resources as well as up-to-date coverage of hunting, fishing and wildli fe viewing opportunities. Keep up to date with hunting season dates, regulation reviews, new state fish records and more. Master the outdoor skills you've always wanted by getting tips from the expen s - wildlife professionals devoted to providing you with the best where-to and how-to information. Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, watching wildlife or just like reading about our great state, Colorado Outdoors magazine is for you. You' ll receive six informationpacked magazine issues plus your choice of a 40-page fishing or hunting guide free. (You can get both guides by sending the cost of a subscription plus an extra $2.50 for one-year or $3.50 with a two-year subscription). , ..--------------The Fishing Guide is available in May. The Hunting Guide is available in August. • YES! Enter a Colorado Owdoors subscription for me and reserve my fishing or I I I I I I I I I hunting guide. Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ A ddress _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I City _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ State _______ Zip _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I Daytime Phone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ METHOD OF PAYMENT O Bill me Payment enclosed $_ _ _ __ _ _ __ O I Year - $ 10.50 O I Year - $ 13 0 2 Year - $ 19 O 2 Year - $22.50 I I I I .I Please send me the O Fishing OR the :J Hunting Guide. Send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. MFPA4 Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. Please send me B OTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. I Colorado Outdoors, P.O. Box 7828, Red Oak, IA 51591 -0828 I 1-800-411-8986 --------------I Division of Wildlife information: (303) 297-1I92 .J 84 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife's Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy si1..e and promotes conservation. The program has two categories: fish that are kept and fish that are released. The awards are based on lengths of fish rather tJian weight so that fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying lengtJ1 receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive matching lapel pins. An ang.ler can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entr.tnts must have hooked, played, landed or released tJ1e fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted w ithin 60 days of the catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry fom1. contact the Master Angler Award Program. Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway. Denver, 80216, or from DOW Web site. AWARD-QUALIFYING LE!'lGTHS BY SPECIES Species ....................Length (inches) Species ..........................Length Rainbow trout ....................24 Brook trout ........................ 16 Golden trout ...................... 16 Splake ................................20 Kokanee salmon ................20 Northern pike ....................36 Walleye ..............................26 Yellow perch .................... 12 Smallmouth bass ...........: .. 17 White bass ........................ 17 Crappie .............................. 15 Blue catfi h ........................30 Brown trout ............................22 Cutthroat trout ........................20 Lake trout ................................32 Arctic char .............................. 18 Grayling .................................. 15 Tiger muskie ..........................40 Saugeye ..................................26 Largemouth bass .................... 18 Wiper ......................................28 Bluegill .................................... 10 Channel catfish ......................30 Black bullhead ........................ 14 Grass carp ................................30 Common carp.................... 30 85 �Printed for free distribution by the ~OLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 .(303) 297-1192 WWW.wildlife.·state.co.us (lii ·•wi ~bJ ·••*·ffliilnfwat#tilt~~~:!J\11~ ~ ML6!1 � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/e587b718fc37584302ae0e01c67c3fae.pdf 77f60520b576a3a13fc62761353b94fd PDF Text Text �Wildlife Management Public Education Advisory Council Sportsmen educating non-sportsmen Your help is needed to support a media-based education program designed to inform the non-hunting public on the importance and benefits of wildlife management. Make your check payable to: Wildlife Management Education Fund 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 ~ Lmlllll Printed for free distribution by 1he COLORADO DIVISION OF Wll,DLIFE 6060 Broadway. Denver. CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fL\hing license fees. Printed January 2004, 400,000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Cover photo by Shem, Spoelstra The Wildlife Commission sets fishing season regulations at il~ Sept. meeting. Wildlife Commissioners (us of SepL 2003): Rick Enstrom, chair. Philip J. James, vice chair; Olive ValdcL, sccreu,ry; Tom Burke, member; Brad Phelps, member; Robert Shoemaker, member. Ken Torres, member; Bernard Black, member; Jeffrey A. Crawford. member. Greg Walcher. ex-officio member; Don AmenL ex-officio member. The Colorado E>ivision of Wildlife of the Department of Natural Resources prohibits discrimination on lhe basis of race, color, religion. sex. national origin and disabilities in all aspecl~ of employment and public panicipation in its programs and services. For infomiation or to regisier a complaint, contact lhe Colorado Division of Wildlife. NOTE: Laws and regulations in lhis brochure are parnphra~ for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. ,. 0 ._ I' I .S II I NC, 8 () A T I l'J C, A ND Water Works Wonders is the theme of a nationwide program to encourage citizens to fish and boat. Fishing can work its magic for you! Ask someone to go fishing this year and enjoy al l that Colorado has to offer. �TABLE OF CONTENTS Fishing Season Dates......... . .... .. .' ....... . ............ . .... 1 DOW Service Centers ..... . ...... . ........ .................. . . 2 \\'hat's New for 2004.... .... .. ............................ ... . 3 License Fees................................................. 3 New Licensing Systeo1.......... . . ... ................ . ......... 3 License Requiren1ents ............ . ..... . .... . ................. 4 Residency Qualifications..... . .................. . . .. .. ......... 4 Free Fishing Licenses .... ....... ... . . ........ . ............. . . 4-5 Definitions . .. .... . ......... . ..... .. ... ... ................... 5 Legal Method-. of Take... .. ...... ... . . .. ........ .. ........... 5-6 Special Conditions and Restrictions . ...... .. ........... . .. ..... 6-8 Chununing........... .... .. . ............................... 6 Toxicants, Poisons ... .. ...................................... 6 Ice Fishing .................. . . . ....................... . .... 6 Bait Fish . . .......... . .... . ......... .. ............. . . ..... . 6 Threatened and Endangered Species ......... .... ......... . ..... 7 Restricted Use Species........................................ 7 Prohibited Species ............. ....... ........ .. .... . ........ 7 Fishing Contests ...... ... , ... ............... .... ............ 7 Releasing Tagged Fish ......... . .. .. ......... . ....... ..... .... 7 Illegal Transfer of Fish . . .... ... .......... . ............... .... 8 Donating Fish . . .. .. ............................... .. ....... 8 Transporting, Exporting Fish ... ... .. ..... .... ..... .. . .. ... .... 8 Other Land Use Rules .. ............ ... ... ... ... .... . . . ...... 8-9 Bag and Possession Limits .. . .... .. .. .., . .. .. .. . ....... ...... 10-11 Use Fees Required ...... . ..... . ...... .... .......... ... . ..... . 11 DOW Property Regulations .. ... .... ... ... .... ... . ...... . ... 11-12 ~ Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties ... ... .. ... ............ . 13 List of State Wildlife Areas by Cow1ty . ...... . ............. ... 79-81 Recorded Information . ........ . .................. ... ......... 81 Popular Colorado SportfLc;h .. ..... . . . .... .. .......... ...... . .. 82 Colorado Master Angler Program .............................. 83 Jan. 1 • Dec. 31 FISHING SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians, mollusks and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise provided in this brochure. Free Fishing Days You can fish in Colorado without a license only on thejirstfull weekend ofJune, each year. All other rules and regulations apply. Opeo to residents and nonresidents. �DOW SERVICE CENTERS DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver. 80216 (303) 297-1192 Northeast Region Svc. Crr. 6060 Broadway Denver, 802 I6 (303) 291-7227 Fon Collins Svc. Ctr. 317 W. Prospect Rd. Port Collins. 80526 (970) 472--4300 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison. Bo~ 128 Bru~h. 807'.!3 (970) 842-6300 Northwest Region Svc. Ctr. 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction. 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, 81401 (970) 252-6000 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs, 81601 (970) 947-2920 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison. 81230 (970) 641-7060 Southwest Region Svc. Ctr. 151 E. 16th St. Durango. 8L301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meek.:r, 81641 (970) 878-6090 Hot Sulphur Springh Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weis5 Dr. Steamboat Spgs.. 80477 (970) 870-2197 - Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 4155 Sinton Rd. Colorado Springs. 80907 (719) 227-5200 Pueblo s,:c. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo. 8 I005 (719) 561-5300 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 1204 E. Olive Lamar. 81052 (719) 336-6600 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida. 8120 I (719) 530-5520 Monte Vi~ta Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road I E. Monte Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 wildlife.state.co.us 2 �WHAT'S NEW FOR 2004 Name Change: Miramonte Res. SWA is now Dan Noble SWA. Fishing Closures: New closures now apply on sections of several Western Slope streams: .Canyon Creek, Colorado River, Four-Mile Creek, Grizzly Creek, No Name Creek, Roaring Fork River and Three-Mile Creek. See "Alphabe tical List of Waters and Properties" for details. Carter Lake: See "Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties" for new walleye bag limits. Youth Licenses: The youth combination small game, fishing License no longer exists. II is now only a youth small game license. The Division of Wildlife's fishing brochure is brought to you courtesy of Colorado's hunters and anglers who paid for it through their license fees. PAID FOR BY SPOrtsmen LICENSE FEES Resident Licenses Annual ....................................................................................................................$20.25 Combination Fishing & Small Game .................................................................. ..$30.25 (If born after 1948. you must sbow hunter education card first.) Senior Annual Fishing ................................................................. :..........................$10.25 lColorado residents at least 64 years old) Nonresident Licenses Annual .................................................................................................................... $40.25 Available to Residents and Nonresidents Five-Day License .............................................. ....................................................$18.25 One-Day L icense ......................................................................................................$5.25 Second Rod Stamp .......................................... ..... ................................................... $4.00 Ule second rod stamp is available to Ucensed resilient~ and nonresidents and to persons under 16 years, whether licensed or unlicensed. *Costs includt! a 25-cenl search and rescue fee. NEW LICENSING SYSTEM The DOW and license agents are now using point-of-sale computer terminals 10 sell hunting and fishing Licenses. Licenses also are sold over the fmemet through the DOW's website and by telephone, 1-800-244-5613. Conservation Certificates are being phased out (don't throw yours away yet), and licenses have a new look. License agents sell licenses and offer other services, such as replacing licenses and possibly selling left-over drawing licenses. People who buy licenses by phone or iniernet can use credit cards. In most cases, the license is received in the mail within 10 days. For licenses not requiring carcass tags or waterfowl stamps, an authorization number will be issued, allowing you to hunt or fish the day of purchase. When you buy a license, your address can be updated and your eligibility is checked. Eligibility issues include license suspensions, age, c hild support delinquency, licenses currently held and regulations that apply. Learn more about the licensing system on our website, www.wildlife.state.co.us 3 �. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. A fishing license is required for people 16 years or older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans except as noted in this brochure. • • 2. Children under 16 don't need a fishing license, and may take a full bag and possession limit without a license. When the bag and· possession limit is 1, people under 16 can take 1 fish. When half the limit results in a fraction of a fish, round the limit to the next whole number. 3. You may use a second rod, hand.line or tipup if you buy a second rod stamp, sign it and attach it to your fishing license. You can buy only 1 second rod stamp. _ (a) Youths under 16 y~ who are not requrred to have.a fishing license still must have a second rod stamp that is signed. (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A second rod stamp not required when using trotlines or jugs only. . 4. To collect fish, amphibians ~d crustaceans for commercial sale by .fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you must have a $20 commercial fishing license. Applications available from the DOW. Commercial fishing license holders must submit an annual report to the DOW within 30 days of expiration of license. 5. Licenses expire on the date printed or written on them. Licenses nontransferable~ False statements made in buying a license render it void, and violators are subject to penalties. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by buying another at a license agency or DOW office or by filling out a lost license affidaviL • 6. Violations of wildlife laws have a specific point value. Anyone who accumulates 20 or more points in 5 years may have their license privileges suspended for up to 5 years. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS Anyone who meets at least one of these qualifications is considered a resident of Colorado for a fishing license: • 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in Colorado for at leastsix months immediately before buying a license and who intends to make Colorado home. (Except #2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel, servicemen of U.S. allies, persoilllel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on pennanent active duty orders. The dependents· of these people also qualify. Active duty does not include personnel in reserve status or the National Guard. • 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before·purchasing a license, including students who are temporarily absent from this state but enrolled full time at a Colorado college or university. FREE FISHING LICENSES Applications· for free licenses can be obtained at DOW offices. Send completed applications to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 802l6. Free licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. People in these categories are eligible for a free fishing license: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent station in Colorado. 2. Resident patients at a Veterans Administration (V.A.) hospital. 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or other mental health institution under the supervision of its staff. 4. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled as determined by the Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security award papers documenting a permanent and total disability. If the documents do not specify "totally and permanently disabled," you must provide documentation that Social· Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; • b. Or, a physician's statement attestjng you have a physical or mental impairment that prevents gainful employment and that is reasonably certain to continue through your lifetime; c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers' Compensation "Final Admission of Liability" form indicating you are totally and pennanently disabled. • S. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. A disabled veteran is a person who served on active duty in the armed forces, separated under honorable conditions and has established to the DOW a service-connected disability rated by the V.A. at 60% or more through disability retirement benefits or a pension because of a public statute administered by the V.A. or the Army, Navy or Air Force. People meeting this requirement may obtain a fi;ee lifetime resident combination small game hunting and fishing license. 4 �6. Colorado residents on active duty with th~ U.S. armed forces outside the. state can fish free without buying a license while here on temporary leave from duty, not to exceed 30 days a year. You must carry your official leave papers with you when fishing. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely-of, or a combination of, materials such as wood, plastic, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. It also doesn't inclttde devices smaller than 1-1/2 inches lorig with scents or smell attractants attached. Molded.plastic devices less than 1-1/2 inches long· also are not considered artificial, as well as foods; organic bait such as worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows and fish eggs; and manufactured baits such as imitation fish eggs, ~ough baits and stink baits. • CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish or other material which fish. might eat in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn't include fishi~g with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: An effort to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusk, including using hook and line, hanclline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater'spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. GAME FISH: All fish species except nongame~ endangered and threatened ~pecies. This includes brown· trout, cutthroat trout, (except greenbacks), golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid) brook trout, Arctic char, ·gray ling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped bass and white bass hybrids), carp; bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie or any muskellunge hybrids, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye anci sauger hybrids), rainbow smelt, tench, • walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, flathead catfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, topminnows or minnows. GIG: Barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. MINNOW: Members of families of fish classified Cyprinidae (caip, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodonlidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: Stream where water naturally ·flows regularly or intennittently at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other water ch~els are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under the control of a person nearby. • COMMON HOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. Hooks attached to a • • manufactured artificial lure are considere.d a common hook. • • SIZE OR LENGm: Length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to ~~~ . • SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net hanging vertic~y in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies gr lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. . TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with float on.each end from which droplines are attached. LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE Methods not listed below ·are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES: (a) Pennitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline per license holder. . (c) They must be anchored and marked at each end of the line with floats, be no more than 100 feet long and be weighted to place line a min. of 3 ft under water. 'Irotlines can have no more than 25 droplines. (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on a common hook on each dropline. (e) Trotlines must be tagged with user's name, CC number and date seL 5 �(I) Trotlines must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3.JUGS: (a) Permitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (b) 10 jugs per license holder. Each jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook attached. • • (c) Jugs must be tagged with user's name and CC number. (d) Jugs must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND.GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs are permitted for taking carp, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers unless otherwise stated in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" of this brochure. Other game fish can be taken only when authorized in. sj>ecific waters listed in "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" of this brochure. Lake trout cannot be taken by underwater-spearfishing. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) c92 guns or cartridge-powered spears prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of float bearing the National Divers' Symbol. • (4) Spears must be attached by a safety line a max. of 10 feet long. (c) Archery and gigs can be used to take bullfrogs. . 5. SNAGGING: Snagging permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during specific times listed in th~ "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" in this brochure. Other species of fish that ·are snagged must be returned to the water immediately. . 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: • (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or only when authorized for emergency salvage. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions." (b) Seines must be made of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. • (c) Seines shall not exceed 20 fL long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or any other method approved by DOW when emergency salvage of fish has been approved. • (c) Hand-held dip nets may be used for fish taken according to baiting restrictions below. _ 8. LIVETRAPS: Cage· or box traps, including set pots, can be used only for crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as an aid in fishing. 10. BAIT: Legal if _used as an aid in fishing, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDfflONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. . 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISBING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISIDNG: Some waters may be restricted by city or other local laws. Unless otherwise stated, · all waters open to.ice fishing with these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Frres on ice must be enclosed in container. • • (c) No litter may be left on ice. (d) Portable ice fishing shelters (where p;rmftted) must be removed from ice at end of day. (e) Permanent shelters (where pennitted), owner or user must display bis/her name, ad~ telephone and license riumber legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. Letters must be min. 2 inches high. • 4. BAIT FISH: (a) Use and possession of live fish for bait prohibited east of Continental Divide above 7,000 feet. on Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee COlDlties, and at Watson Lake SWA in Larimer County. Using and possessing live fish for bait prohibited west of Continental Divide except in Navajo Reservoir. (b) Taking bait fish prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs and all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Parle counties and all standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aqua6 �culture facilities. (c) The only fish species that can be taken alive or dead for consumption or personal use as bait are minnows (except those listed as threatened and endangered listed below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill,·carp, sunfish, gizzard shad,- sculpin, white and longnose suckers (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited), yellow perch and rainbow smell Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish. bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. (d) The only species that can be taken for coJIUllel'Cllll use are: minnows (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those listed threatened, endangered or prolu'bited). See ''Restricted Use Species." (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by band, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bail In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prolu'bited. For commercial use (commercial pennit required), min. sire for crayfish is.3 inches, mea~ sured from the tip of the acumen (lxmy spike between eyes) to the telson (last bony plate in tail) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and ttaps must be labeled with name, address and license number of license bolder. . (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs be taken by fishing, arcbeJy, by band, gigs and nets. Artificial light can be used. • (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander lmvae can be taken by fishing, by hand, traps, seines, nets: S. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIF.s: It is illegal to take these threatened or endangered species: bonytail. Colorado pikeminnow, hwnpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas ~ Rio Grande sucker, bnmy minnow, COIDDlOll shiner, northern redbelly dace, souther redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckennouth minnow, lake chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout pennitted in specific waters and with restrictions explained in this brochme. (a) Colorado Plkemfnnow (squawtbh): oliv~green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend~ its eye. . Populations limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa. (b) Bonytaik: large fins and streamlined body tapering in front of tail aose to extinction in the wild, last sighted in Colorado River near Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. . (c) Humpback Chubs: prominent, smoothly rounded_hwnp behind the bead, small eyes, thin sec- • tion in front of tail and long snOUl Largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National Monument • (d) Ramrback Suckers: bony;keel-edged hwnp that rises on back just behind bead. Limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. 6. RFSl'RICI'ED USE SPECIES: It is illegal to possess or harvest for private or coJillI1ereial use: bluebead 'Slicker, flannelmoutb sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plaim min7 now, plains topminnow, suckennouth minno~. bnmy minnow, stoneroller, common shiner, river shiner, stonecat, plaim orangetbroat darter, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, Iowa~ lake chub,_ flathead chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, mollusks, wood frog, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. 7. PROIDBITED SPECIF.s: The following species or their viable ~ are detrimental to other fish and their _habitat in Colorado. Unless authomed in writing by DOW for controlled an~ experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release any of these species: piranha; trabira; gar (all species); snakebeads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bighead cmp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, 7.ebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnail. • 8. FISHING CONTESTS: F1Sbing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing without approval by the DOW. Application and a nonrefundable $20 fee-must be paid to DOW at least 60 days before contest Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests not pennitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout pennitted only on waters with more than 200 surface acres and managed primarily as a catchable fishery. All regulations apply. Public fishing.areas will stay open to public fishing without chm!e regardless of contest fee or other chm!es, Commercial and private lakes licens:ed by the DOW exempt . 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH:_ It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish other than for approved contests into public waters. DOW cail release fish for research and management Tagged or marked fish also can be released in public waters for scientific research projects with written applica- • tion and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. • 10. IlLEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone other than the DOW or someone with an aq~ture license, stocking pennit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish as can 7 �species into waters of the state. Illicit stocking is a growing problem and can have far-reaching effects on fish populations. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fishes through predation and competition, and often harm recovery of.native fish. They also have had debimental effects on sport fisheries. It is illegal to.move fish from one water to another. · 11. DONATING FISH: F.clible portions o f ~ fish may be donated to a like-license holder any, where or .to another person at the recipient's home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. Recipient has a "like-license" if he/she has a Colorado fishing license. 12. ~SPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: Wtldlife in this brochure, or any portion of game fish.· ttansporte:d or exported within or from this state, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife • shipped by common canier must be accompanied by the license or photocopy of license and donation certificate if needed. 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: .If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, notice will be given that fish can be taken by licensed anglers by hand. dip nets or methods approved by DOW. 14. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH: Fish to be released MUST be released alive i ~ ! Y in the same water where caught Returning fish alive is not simple. There are ways of handling fish that can kill them. Follow these steps to ensure the best chance of survival for the fish: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as poSSible ~hen handling and removing hook. .(c) Remove hook gently; do not squeeze fish or place your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked. cut the line.-Do not pull hook out • (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessary, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release fish in quiet water. (f) In catch-and-release.waters, strongly consider barbless hooks. ,OTHER LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS . Federal and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are clQsed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, but not through the hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Only people designated by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans in federal fish hatcheries or rearing units. Disturbing or damaging gill n~ts, traps or ~~es set by DOW prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain State School Trust lands are open to publi~ fishing under leases with the DOW. See the current State Trust Lands brochure for properties open to wildlife recreation. It is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by DOW without first obtaining permission from • leasee. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for a list of current regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license in your possession to fish in the park. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Snowmobile gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on frozen surface ·or Blue Mesa Reservoir. • U.S. FOREST SERVICE Fishing regulations in national forests in Colorado are detennined by the DOW; Check the alphabetical list in this brochure. For boaling restrictions on national forest lakes and reservoirs, contact the local USFS office. MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist for waters on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations." Contact reservations directly for details: • Southern Ute Indian 1iibe P.9. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, (970) 563-4525 Ext417 Ute Mountain 1iibe Towaoc, CO 81334, (970) 565-3751 8 �Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office. (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719) 333-3336 GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters ~ lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy ~ut fishing. Gold Medal Waters include parts ~f the: Animas River; Blue River; Colorado River; Fryingpan River; Gore Creek; Gunnison River; N. Delaney Butte Lake; North Platte River; Rio Grande; Roaring Fork River; South Platte River, including Middle· and South forks; Spinney Mtn. Reservoir and Steamboat Lake. MASTER ANGLER AWARDS The Master Angler ~ward Program recognizes anglers who catch trophy-sized fish, whether they keep the fish or not Categories exist for fish that are kept or ~leased. Awards based on fish lengths; not weight FISh must be entered within 60 days of being caught and be accompanied by applicatio~ a photo or witnessed by two people. For information, write Master Angler Award Prognµn, DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver 80216. See page 84 for qualifying ·fish. . ZEBRAMUSSELALERT , 2.ebra mussels are an exotic species that has spread across the eastern U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. 2.ebra mussels haven't been found in Colorado but are transported on boats and boating equipment Check boats and h9ating equipment carefully and wash them with hot water before entering Colorado. Also clean debris. from boats and trailers before moving them between bodies of water in Colorado. Llvewells should be emptied and cleaned. HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF WHIRLING DISEASE Anglers can help prevent whirling disease from spreading in Colorado by following these basic guidelines: 1. Th9roughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots, fisbing equipment and anything that comes in con~ with mud-dwelling worms that-can hold. the WD parasite. 2. Drain boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders that can hold the parasite. 3. It is illegal to transport fish between bodies of water. . • 4. Don't dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of watet or sink. 5. Never transport aquatic plants, and clear all equipment of weeds after every use. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS . Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result While many stremm and rivers support a· daily bag and ~ o n limit, angle.rs are requested to reduce their harvest by pmcticing voluntary, selective harvest Anglers also are enC9U[aged to fish with barbless hooks to.help the survival of rel~fish. 9 �BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, SPLAKE. ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYL1NG. SALMON (eAcept /..okanee) In aggregate* ......................................................Daily Bng: 4, Possession: 8 Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT. in addition 10 above 8 inches or less siatewide .............................................................10 KOKANEE SALMON. •Angling. snagging slatewidc .......................................................10 WALLEYE. SAUGl- YE, SAUGER •Statewide. in aggregate· .............................................................5 •Arkaosa.,, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate* ........ 10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS. •Statewide. each species ................................................................ 5 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate* ........ 10 WHITE BASS. WIPER. STRIPED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* ............................................................. 10 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages ................- ..............20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD. and BLUE CATFISH, BULLHEAD. BLACK and WHITE CRAPPIE •Statewide, each ~pecics ...................................................... ........ 10 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainagcs................................20 YELLOW PERCH, BLUEGILL. HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNf<ISH. ORANGESPOTTED SUNFISH, RED EAR SUNFISH, PUMPK.lt"ISEED, SACRAMENTO PERCH. •Statewide in the aggregate* ........................................................20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide ......................................} fish, 36 inches or longer SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN ............................................ Unlimited •Ex.cept in Col.orado River Drainage in aggregate ....................... 20 BULLFROGS ........................................................................ Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) ..................................................Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less tllan 5 inches WHITEFISH. GAME SUCKERS, NORTHERN PIKE .......Unlimited *In aggregate means the limit may consist or one species 01· a mixed hag or more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat., splake, !!Olden and lake trout. 10 .:. �BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific game fish species are listed in the chart on previous page. Some game fish species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. In addition. some species are prohibited 10 take or have restrictions. Refer to "Special Conditions and Restrictions" section. Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on the chart. Check the "Alphabetical Lisi of Waters and Properties" for specific restrictions. If a water is not on the list or if no bag limit is specified, lhe s1a1ewide limits apply. Fish caught imd placed on a stringer, in a comainer or live well, or not retumed 10 the water immediately count in lhe daily bag or possession limit. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limiL DAILY BAG LIMIT - Max. number of fish you can lake in I day regardless of what you do with the fish that day. LIMIT - Max. number of fish a llowed in possession at any I lime, including in the ---- POSSESSION field, while transporting, al home or other place of storage. USE FEES REQUIRED Lon Ha~Jer, Jumbo Reservoir and Prewitt Resen•oir state wildlife areas Annual permit, license holders ................................................... .............$5.00 Annual permits. all others ......................................... ............................. $20.00 Om,-day use permit ................................................................... ...............$3.00 Replacement pcnnic, ................................................................................$5.00 1. Motor vehidcs cannot he brought 10 a w ild.life area requiring use foe without DOW permit displayed in lower right corner of windshield. Evidence of permits required for vehicles without windshields. Permits 1101 required for vehicles on official business. 2. Annual permit authorizes motor vehicles to enter wildlife areas. Vehicle owners with a Colorndo lishing: small game hunting; combination li,hing and small gaml' hunting; lifetime tishjng and small game hunting license: lifetime low-inc:ome or a tree fishing license. may buy permi1 for $5. For all other,;, the .:0s1 is $20. One permit .:overs a.II designated areas. 3. O ne-day use: fee pennib guO<.l for the day used until 12 noon the ne:\t day. 4. If mot.:,r v.:hicle for which an annual permit wa~ issued i,; sold or traded. or the permit is lost or destroyed that year, duplicate may be obtained ufler signing an affidavit.. DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on all lands, waters, the frozen surface of waters, righL~-of-way, buildings or devices under the Dow·s control. You will find regulations for individual properties in alphabetical order in the list that follows this section. L To e111er, use or occupy any area when posted against cnuy, use or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy any area for any commercial purpose or to conduct land. water. oil. ga~ or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehic le laws. 4. To drive above.posted speed limits or above 25 mph where 001 posted. 5. To leave camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or !railer unattended more than 48 hours, or 10 camp or to park a travel trailer or camper on a state wild.life area more than 14 days in 45-day period. • 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds, 1rce stands and steps may be erected on state wildlife areas. No nails may be driven into trees. Man-made materials used for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the end of the season when they are used. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device. fence. gate, sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or object of archaeological, geological or historical value. 11 �8. To litter, leave fish, fish entrails, human excrement, waste water, containers or toxic substances, to bring household or COIJlllle[CW trash or toxic substances to a Division-controlled area for disposal or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility: 9. To build a fire without ways of preventing it from sp~g or to leave a fire unattended. 10. To allow livestock to graze or range. Horses, mules, llamas and burros may be used.in wildlife recreational activities. • lL To possess or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal controlled sub- · stances. 12. To permit dogs, cats or other domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while actively hunting, while training dogs for hunting or during DOW-authomed field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, at anchor, moored or docked unattended • overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or docks in conflict with boaters or-as posted. 16. To snorkel, scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mas~ swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exception is where swimming is permitted, when the location is properly identified by a "divers down flag" and when the scuba diver has a valid S.C.U.B.A. diver's certificate 'issued by a recognized S.C.U.B.A ~ g organization. • 17. To engage in_ any unlawful conduct. . 18. To use an air·or gas-inflated floating device for transportation on or across the surface of the water unless the device is of multi-compartment construction and has a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartm_ent air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swimming areas. • 19. To promote, sponsor or·conduct boat regattas or other non-wildlife oriented group activities. 20. To land aircraft. 21. To leave dec9ys or anything used as decoys in the field or on water overnight 22. To swim, except in designated waters or in authomed water contact activities. 23. To discharge a firearm or bow in parking, camping, or picnic areas. 24. To fish in rearing ponds or raceways on a DOW property. 25. Violators may be required to leave the property. 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. All certified materials must be clearly marked by the certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt from this regulation. Also_ exempt is hay produced on State To.1st Lands leased from the DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap, uni~ trapping is done according to state statutes and wildlife regulations. 28. To conduct field trials or group dog training. without first obtaining a field trial license. LIMITS TO PUBLIC USE 1. The DOW can limit public use of properties up to 60 days depending on: location and size of the area; location, type and condition of roads, parking areas and the number and type of sanitary facili• ties; number of people the area can tolerate without significant degradation to wildlife resources and public or private property; ensuring public safety, health and welfare. 2. When a limit is established, areas will be posted,_ indicating the number of people permitted. It is illegal to enter areas posted as fully occupied or after being advised by the DOW that it is full. 3. The DOW can waive these restrictions for day use by organi7.ed, supervised groups whose numbers exceed the limit Written approval must first be obtained from DOW regional mgr. 4. The DOW can close properties for up· to 9 months if a disaster that makes public access unsafe or if the property or facilities are unsafe. • 5. The DOW can close fishing waters for up to 9 months when environmental conditions are such that fishing could result in unacceptable fish mortality. 12 �The following list of waters and DOW properties have more restrktivt~ regulations than sland:mJ bug and po~scssio11 limits. manner or take. fishing houn;, et.:. Ir a ~pet·ific water doesn't appear in this list. statewide regulations apply. Properties where camping i, allo,~ed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wilrllifc areas (SWA l und state fish unib (SFlJ). Other amc; may iall under different ag,mcy jurisdictions. which may have additional n:gulatiom,. Ac:ccss for people with disabilities varies at state wildhli: areas. Contact DOW offices for information on accessible facilitiei.. trails and program,. ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES Abrams Creek • Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned 10 the water immediately. Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) - Adams County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA - Routt County RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Nov. 15 - July I . b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting upland birds. e. Vehicle access prohibited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOffi SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent & Kiowa counties From Las Animas. go 15 miles Non CR 10 10 property. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope. rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FAClLlTIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Closed I hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. e. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. Agnes Lakes {Upper & Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Akron City Lake , Washington County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmout11 bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. AU cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOffi SWA • Mineral County From South Fork. go 18 miles W on Hwy. 160 to Wolf Creek Ski Area, drive tJ1r0ugh parlcing lot. then continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd.39 1 to reservoir. 240 acres. ASHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIBS: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA - Park County From Alma, go I 1/2 miles Non Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.4, 1.hen 1/4 mile NW to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. camping. FACILITIBS: rest rooms, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: Paintball shooting prohibited. ALMONT TRIANGLE SWA - Gunnison County From Almont, go 3 miles Non Hwy.135 to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. RECREATTON: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. 20 - March 31. American Lakes (Snow Lake & Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 13 �ANDREWS LAKE SWA-San J~ County From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy.550 to access ~ then 1/2 mile E to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILl'l'IES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River - La Plata County, GOLD MEDAL WATER From Lightner Creek to Purple Cliffs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2_fish, 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Creek to Purple Cliffs, GOLD MEDAL WATER.. Antelope Creek W~ - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ANTERO RESERVOIR SWA- Park County NOTE: Drained in 2002. Refill date unknown. From Hartsel. go 5 ffl:iles SW on Hwy.24 to reservoir. 5,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. . •FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. no more than 1 can be over 16 inches long. c. Boating prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. d. No public access on west face of dam, south and west shoreline, and island.. except waterfowl hunters during waterfowl seasons. Apache Creeks, North and South - Huerfano County a. FISbing prohibited above the USFS boundary. APISHAPA SWA- Las Animas County . . From Walsenburg, go !8 1/2 miles NE on Hwy.IO to the property sign, tum SE and go 20 miles past Mica Butte to property. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth.and largemouth bass is ts inches long. • Arapahoe Creek -Grand County FrQni Monarch Lake downstream to USFS 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On the Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be retmned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont & Lake counties From the Hwy. 24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch as posted: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout.is 1 fish under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida, 7 l/2 miles downstream to Badger Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . b. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River, Middle Fork of the South Arkamas - Chaffee County From headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be retmned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA- Prowers County From Holly, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.SO to CR39, then 3/4 mile S, across canal, then 1/2 mile W to property. 98 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. • • RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee County .From Poncha Springs, 4 miles Non Hwy.285, 1/8 mile Eon CR165. Parking .area at Wend. From Salida, NW on Hwy.29131/2 miles, 3/4 mile Son CR150, 1/2 mile SW on CR166 to N • bank of Arkansas River. Parking on E side of road._ 27 acres. 14 �FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (Note: fishing access may not be on both· sides of river; check for signs.) ATWOOD SWA- Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy:6 to CR29.5, then 112 mile S to property. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squiael. pheasant., turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RES1RICTIONS: . a. Camping prohibited. b..Frres prohibited. . c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. d Target-practice.prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, opening day and first weekend of the late plains rifle deer season. Augustora Creek -Archuleta County a. Artificial fli~ and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to·i:be water immediately.. Aurora (Sense) Reservoir -Arapahoe County a. 'Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . b. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is lS inch~ long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. d. Boating prohibited, except for non-motorized vessels and vessels with electric motors. BADGER BASIN SWA- Park County From Hartsel immediately E and W along Hwy.24; directly N of Hartse}; and immediately N and S along Hwy. 9. 22 miles of fishing.access. RES1RICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River and Middle Fork and South Fork of the South Platte River. a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Parking prohibited except j.n designated areas. . e. Public access allowed only from designated parking areas and prohibited beyond the fenced and posted easement BANNER LAKES SWA- Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles E on Hwy.52 to property. 934 acres. • HUNTIN9: pheasant; dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: warmwater. • RECREA'I_'ION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: . . . a. F1Shing prohibited from opening of first regular duck ~ n to last day of waterfowl season; b. Boating prohibited except for hand-pn:>pelled craft and belly boats. c. Camping prohibited. • d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except wheQ hunting or training dogs. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. . f. Field trials. may be authorized Feb. March and April o_nly. No more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of group training events not limited. g. Public access prohibited from the first day of the regular water(owl season to the first day of pheasant season except for waterfowl hunting Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting <,luring this period. Call 1-800-846-9543. Reservations notaccepted more than i 4 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may • result in forfeiture of future reservations. Check in, check out required. • h. Public access prohibited N ofHwy.52 April I-July 15. i. Horseback riding prohibited. j. Bicycling prohibited. . .. k. Dog training permitted north of Hwy.52 during Feb., March,'July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S of Hwy.52, Feb. I-Aug. 31 only. Bard Creek - Clear Creek County • • From headwaters downstream to west fork of Clear Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Barker Reservoir - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. 15 �. Barr Lake -Adams County From Denver, go NE on 1-76 to Bromley Ln., then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd, then 1/2 mile S to · entrance. • HUNTING: waterfowl reservation system. Contact the Division of Wildlife for information. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, interpretive program, picnicking, hlking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Only 1 northern.pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. BASALT SWA - Eagle & Pitkin counties (Christine, Tonei; Peachblow, 7 Cmtles, Schuck units) • TONER ill'UT: From Basalt, go 3.2 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fryingpan Rd.) to signs, then N to unit 2,577 acres. CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 1!2 mile Won 'l\vo Rivers Rd. (old Hwy.82) to Homestead Drive, then go N to access road. 2,230 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. FISlllNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range. RESTRICTIONS: ' Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating prohibited on Lake Christine. . c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d. Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and 3 days after the .seasons. e. Except for Lake Christine and rifle ranges, public use prohibited Dec. I-April 15. f. Fues prohibited. . g. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept only. h. Water activities prohibited on Lake Christine. • L Dogs prohibited except as in "g." j. Mountain bikes prohibited. Bear Creek - Conejos County From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Bear Creek - El Paso .County From headwaters downstream to High Drive: a. FIShing prohibited. • a Bear Creek - Jefferson County From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Creek Res: a. Artificial flies ·and hires only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2 fish. c. All rainbow trout must be rewmed to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montezuma County From headwaters downstream to Dolores River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limitfor trout is 2 fish. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, West• Gunnison County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek• Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA • Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Hwy.67, then 9 miles N to CR132 to property.Alternate Route: From Skaguay Dam, downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Creek. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. FISlllNG: coldwater stream. • . RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. . BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR SWA- Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 ~ SW on Hwy.160 to USFS Rd360 (Beaver Creek Rd), then 6 miles S to reservoir. • 16 �FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct 1-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. . d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble) - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 inile E on CR3 to property. 41 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream; coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited e~cept for hand-propelled craft. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Vehicles prohibited on dam. . . • BEAVER RESERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) - GlllllmOn County From Paonia, go east on 0-50 Drive to FS.Rd 710-and take to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA- Larimer County a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU - Larimer County N of Ft Collins on Hwy.287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on CR28 to unit 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. b.. Hunting prohibited. Bennett Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lui:es only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immerliately. BERGEN PEAK SWA- Clear Creek & Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 4 miles Non Hwy.74 to Hwy. 103, then 5.9 miles W to Stinton Rd., then 2.2 miles E to property. HUNTING: deer, elk. squirrel, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: .. a. Public access by foot or horseback only. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. . . e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting proluoited. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BIG BEND SWA - Chaffee ~ounty From Mt Shavano Fish Hatchery, NW about 6 miles along Arkansas River. Acce~s from Mt. Shavano NW on Cty. Refs. 160, 163 & 166.·Access from N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy.~285, 1/8 mile Eon CR165. Arkansas River fishing access only. Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) and splake is 1 fish. b. All lake trout and splake between 22 & 34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. JIG MEADOWS RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 11 miles W on Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.410, then 2 miles W to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. ·RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgroun~, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. BIG THOMPSON PONDS SWA ~ Larimer County From Loveland, go 5 miles E on Hwy.402 to 1-25 Frontage Rd., then 3/4 mile N to interstate underpass, left through underpass, then 1/4 mile N to property. s1·-acres. HUNTING: rabbi~ dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. 17 �RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for belly boats ~ for fishing. c. Camping prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited. • . . f. Fires prohibited. • • g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by a night hunting permit h. Horseback riding prolu'bited. i. Bicycle riding prohibited. Big Thompson River - Larimer County From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BILLY CREEK SWA - Mo~trose & Ouray counties BILLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 2, then tum . left to tract. Road also leads to Nicoll and Porter Tracts. . COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy550 to Government Springs Rd. Continue straight on Horsefly Rd. to signed access road. • CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 8, tum left onto lower road. Go through ranch yard, then continue 1 1/4 miles on main road tQ access road. BECKEITTRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles Son Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 4, turn left, then 1/2 mile to tract 5,498 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: • • a. Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona Tract b. Public access prohibited Jan. I-March 31. BITTER BRUSH SWA- Moffat. County a. Public ace~ prohibited Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Vehicle access restricted to Moffat Cty.Rds 59 and 143. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Blacktail Comervation Easement - Routt County, 610 acres. a. Public access prohibited Dec.I-May 31. b. Access by foot or horseback only June 1:-Noy. 30. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) -Alamosa County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long, b. Fishing prohibited Feb.15-July 15. B ~ SWA- Larimer County . • From Laporte, go 5 miles Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 41 miles W to property. 352 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit. blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boat launchings and takeouts prohibited. b. Paintball shooting prohibit¢. Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . b. Taking kokanee prohibited from bridge at Hwys.149 and 50 downstream to standing water line ofBlue Mesa Res. Aug. I-Oct 3 I. Snagging permitted Nov. I-Dec. 31. • c. From Coal Creek inlet at Blue Mesa Res., fishing prohibited from the-high-water line at reservoir upstream I mile, Jan.I-June 30. . • · • • d. Bag.and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) is 8 fish. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties a. From north inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, excluding . . 18 �Dillon Re~. and Green Mountain Res. upstream to the first Colo. 9 bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. b. From north inlet at CR3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res.: 1. Bag and possession lilliit and minimun:1 size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 2. F1Shing prohibited Oct 1-Jan. 31. . • • c. From Dillon Dam downstream to north city limits of Silverthorne: 1. All. trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From north city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Colorado River. excluding Green Mountain Res.: 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. e. From Green-Mountain Res. upstream to first Hwy. 9 bridge over Blue River: 1. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept.l-Dec.31. • BLUE RIVER SWA- Summit County BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on Hwy.9 to unit. 82 acres. EAGLE'S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit 29 acres. • SUTl'ON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION:•picnicking, hiking,' wildlife viewing, wa~hable wildlife trail at Blue ~ver Unit. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Frrewood cutting prohibited. e. Vehicle parking overnight prohibited. Bobtail Creek - Grand County From Denver Wat~r Board diversion ·upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BODO SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 1 mile S on.Hwy.160/550 to CR21 l, then 1/4 mile W to eastern boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon. dove. RECREATION: picnicking, ~ g . wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. d. Frres prohibited. BOEDECKER RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County . From Loveland, go 2 miles W on Fll'St St. to CR2J,. then 1/2 mile S to res. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing .• FACILlTIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. I to end of waterfqwl season. ·b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. d. Discharging firearms'or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohtoited. e. Frres prohibited. f. Horseback riding prohibited. g. Sailboards prohibited. h. Public access prohibited .1 hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by night hunting permit • • Bonny Reservoir - Yuma County . . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. BO.SQUE DEL OSO SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad. take Exit 14A off 1-25. Go west on Hwy. 12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access direction signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property on south side of highway. 30,000 acres. HUNTING: Deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game. FISHING: Cold-water stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Dec. I-March 31, except licensed big game hunters and one non- 19 �hunting companion. b. Campfires prohibited except in designated areas and fire structures provided by DOW. • c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except while hunting. • d: Camping prohibited outside designated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. e. Parking allowed only in designated areas. f. Leaving unattended food or garbage prohibited unless in bear-resistant manner. • g. FIShing prohibited on S. Fork of Purgatoire River in ·SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. • h. Artificial flies and lure only on south and middle forks of Purgatoire River within SWA. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. i. Snowmobile. motorized and all-terrain vehicles and bicycles on established roads or trails may be W)hibited when necessary to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures will be posted. Boss Lake - Cbaft'ee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ·Boulder Creek - Boulder County . . From upper end of Ebin Fme Park (in city of Boulder) to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only.. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boyd Lake-Larimer County a. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for smallniouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long. BRAVO SWA - Logan County From 1-76 at Sterling exist. go lfl mile Won Hwy. 6 to CR370. then 1.7 miles NE to property. 1.082 acres. . HUNTING: deer. rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant. turkey. dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibi~ • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c.- Fires prohibited. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited the opening weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season, opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. BROWER SWA- Weld County· . From Evans, go I mile Eon 37th St to property. 158 acres: HUNTING: rabbit. squirrel. dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting Sept l-Feb.28. Paintball shooting prohibited. • c. Public access prohibited March l-Aug.31. BROWN LAKES SWA - Hinsdale County _ From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.515 (Hermit Lakes Rd.), then 1 lfl miles W to property. 520 acres .. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnickil_tg. FACILmES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. BROWNLEE SWA (North Platte River);. Jaclmon County North Platte River-From Walden, go lfl mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then 5.1 miles NW to CR18, then lfl mile W to property. 1.14 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BROWNS PARK SWA- Moffat County COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to CRlO, then 20 ~ �17 miles N to CR72, then 9 miles W to the fork. Take left fork 4 miles to unit WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to CRIO, then 17 miles N to CR72, then 15 miles W to unit . . BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell. go 59 miles NW on Hwy.318, unit is on north side of Hwy318. 2.226 acres, all units. . HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit. blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public use prohibited in posted area of Calloway Unit Bmsh Creek - Eagle County . From the confluence with the Eagle River ups~ for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA- Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles Won CR123~ then 2 miles N to property. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACII.JTIES: rest rooms, shelters. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum sire for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. • c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. . ·BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA- Morgan County From Brush go Son Clayton St to check station. then S 2.25 miles to parking area. 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant. rabbit. deer. Reservation hunting available for waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACII.JTIES: duck blinds. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Feb. I until opening of first waterfo~l season. only wildlife viewing permitted as posted. d. From opening of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30; only migratory bW hunting allowed. Hunting allowed only Sat, Sun., Wed., Columbus Day (observed), Veteran's Day (observed) and Thanksgiving. Hunters must use designated ponds. Users regulated through reservation system and a mandatory check-in station at Brush Memorial Park. Max. number of . hunters per pond is 4. For reservations, call 1-800-846-9543._Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeirure of future reservations. Hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property open to hunting the next day. Dec. 1 (first day for small game and big game hunting) will require reservation date through phone reservation system. e. DecJ-Jan.31, only hunting allowed. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. a • BRUSH SWA- Morgan County From Brush, go 2 1/2 miles N on Hwy.71 to CR28, then 1 mile N to property. 588 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. squirrel, pheasant. turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: - a. On Chartier Pond, minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping prohibited. c. Disclwging ~ or bows proht'bited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Frres prohibited. e:Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. g. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season .. Bull Creek Reservoirs #1 and #2 and Connecting Channels - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches or longer. BURCHFIELD SWA- Baca County From Walsh. go 11 miles E on CRDD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rab,:,it. pheasant. bobwhite quail, scaled quail. dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Butler Creek - Garfield ~ounty • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • 21 �b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bottonrock Reservoir - Larimer County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • c. Fishing prohibited Nov.I-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA - Gunnison County . From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to CRIO. Go E <>n paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8 miles to USFS 604. tum right and travel 3/4 mile to property. HUNTING: deer. elk. blue groQSe. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. I-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County • From confluence with Colorado River upstream to north side of 1-70 Bridge: a. rIShing prohibited March 15-May 15. and Oct 1-Nov. 30. Camero Creek, North, Middle, Sooth- Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County . a. Snagging for kokanee salmon is permitted Octl.:.Dec.31. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Daily bag limit for walleye is 1 fish. 16-18 inches long. d It is illegal to possess filleted or cleaned fish in.a boat on lake. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, .including North and South forks - Rio Grande County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. CEBOLLA SWA - Hinsdale County From Powderhom, go 14.7 miles S on CR27 .(Cebolla Creek Rd.) to property. 1.429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. picnicking. CENTENNIAL SWA - Gunnison County . . From Gunnison go 10 miles west. Property on north side of Hwy.50. a. Public access prohibited Dec. 1-June 30. b. Motoriz.ed vehicle use restricted as posted c. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA -·Weld County a. Camping prohibited .. b. Frres prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited. d. Recreational horse use prohibited e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid Dog training prohibited. . f. Waterfowl hunters must use designated hunt zones. Hunting with rifles prohibit~. Hunting for waterfowl by reservation only. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. No more than 4 hunters can use a hunt zone. Person making reservation must hunt 011 property on date reserved Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use reserved hunt zone with applicant. Hunters must check in and out of check station. . g. Public access prohibited during waterfowl seasons except Sat. Sun., Mon., and holidays. h. ·Public access prohibited March 1-Aug. 31 except on frail designated for wildlife viewing and hunters with a spring turkey license. • i. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular rifle ~r season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • j. Recreational horse use prohibited. k. Parking permitted only in desi~ated areas. No motor vehicle access outside parking area. L Paintball shooting prohibited. CHALK CLIFFS SFU - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W 2.5 miles on CR162, then N 1/8 mile on CR287 to unit 61 acres. RECREATION: ·limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. 22 �Chatfieltl Reservoir - Jefferson & Douglas counties a Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam·and within I00 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 am. CHATFIELD SFU - Douglas County S on Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave., tum W on Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res., tum left to unit. RECREATION: limited tours. • RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. Cheeseman Reservoir- Douglas &Jefferson Counties NOTE: May be closed due to Hayman Fire. a. Fishing prohibited Jan.J;.April 30. b. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. ·Fishing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. d. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept l-Dec.31. e. Ice fishing prohibited. f. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per clay. . CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine, Rabbit Creek units) - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms . • RESTRICTIONS: a Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Public access prohibited Sept. I-May 1, except for hunting and fishing. c. Hunting and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. •d. Horseback and bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, except horses used in • hunting big game. • e. Paintball shooting prohibited. Cherry Creek Reservoir-Arapahoe County a Minimum si:ze for walleye is 18 inches long. .b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of clam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to· 9. a.m. Chinos Lake - Clear Creek County a Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. CHIPETA LAKES S\YA - Montrose County From Montrose, go 3 miles Son Hwy.550 to Chipeta Dr., then 1/2 mile N to property. 12 acres. FISHINQ: coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Field trials may be authori:zed Feb. March, Aug. and Sept. only. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk ~ver Fishing Easement) - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles N-on CR129 (Elk River Rd.) to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hilting, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. CHUCK LEWIS SWA- Routt County _ From Hwy. 40, go S on Hwy. 131 to CR I 4F. Take l 4F W to CR 14. Ga.N to parking area.. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. · ·• · • . • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a Overnight parking prohibited. b. Public access prohibited 10 p.m.- 4 a.m. c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Dogs pro}tibited except in hunting waterfowl or dogs aiding the disabled. f. Big game and small game hunting prohibited. • · g. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on CR l 4F. h. Horses prohibited outside of parking area. i. Bicycles prohibited. • • 23 �j. Launching float tubes, except those designated exclusively for fishing, prohibited. Cimarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee salmon pennitted Nov.1 - Dec.31 . . CIMARRON SWA - Gunnison & Montrose ·counties From Montrose, go 23 miles E on.Hwy.SO to Little Cimarron Rd., then 2 miles S to access road, then 1 1/2 miles SW to property. 6,161 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. d. Parking in established parking areas only. Clear Creek - La Plata County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cunhr9at trout mu~t be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds - Adams County - a. Fishing prohibited, except youths participating in.DOW angler education activities. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Chaffee County • From Buena VtSta, go 13 miles Non Hwy.24 to CR390, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest roo!llS,' boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy.24~ c. Fires prohibited. • Clear Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Clinton Reservoir - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for· trout is 2 fish. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) - Saguache County ·from Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Hwy;114, then 20 miles S to Cochetopa Creek. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, waterf~wl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. d. Fires prohi6ited. e.-Foot access only·from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA- Pitkin County From Basalt, go30 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fryingpan River Rd) to property. 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. COLLER SWA - Mineral & Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 1/2 miles Won Hwy.149 to property. 579 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS:· a. Camping prohibited. b. Snowmobiles prohibited c. Overnight parking prohibited. • • Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand and Mesa counties a. From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Bye~ Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur 24 ........ �~prings at Hwy. 40 bridge,: I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • b. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy.40 bridge) to Troublesome Ck (5 miles W of Kremmling): • I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be reUlmed to the water immediately. c. From Troublesome Ck downstream to Rifle Ck in Rifle: I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d. 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks. I. FIShing prohibited March 15 -May 15, and Oct I-Nov. 30. e. From the I-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle downstream to Utah. . I. No bag and possession limit for channel catfISh, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, nQrthern pike; walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (North Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Reservoir including Columbine Bay to 1\vin Creek inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct 15 - Dec.31. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting after Nov. 13. . Colorado Springs Water Supply Reservoirs #2 (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) - EI Paso & Tuller counties a. Fishing prohibited in reservoirs, including inlets, upstream for lfl mile and outlets downstream for lfl mile in city of Colorado Springs property. COLUMBINE SWA - Douglas County a. Discharging firearms proht'bited; b. Frres prohibited. c. FIShing prohibited. d.· Hunting prohibited. . e. Public access prohibited in riparian areas to protect Preble's meadow jumping mouse, as posted. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. • Como Creek - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited. CONEJOS COUNTY PONDS SWA- Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles Eon Hwy.136 to property. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. • b. Fires prohibited. c. Public access prohibited Feb.15-July 15. Conejos River - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to confluence with S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16.inches long. • From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade campground, a. Artificial flies only. . b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County . • From headwaters, including Big Lake, downstream to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat must be reUlmed to the water immediately. CONEJOS RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Conejos County From Antonito, go 15 miles W on Hwy.17 to Conejos Ranch. FIShing Easements are intermittent for next 16 miles and are signed. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping proln'bited. b. Public access prohibited except fishing. Connected Lake - Mesa-County a. Bag and pos~ion limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. CORN LAKE SWA- Mesa County From Clifton atl-70 Business Exit#37, go SW on 1-70 Business Loop to Hwy.141 (32 Rd), then 2 miles S to property. . . 25 �ASHING: coldwater lake, wannwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILTI1ES: rest room. • Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters to Sheep Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. •b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial (lies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum siu for smallmou~ and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. CO'ITONWOOD SWA- Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles Eon CRW.7 to property. 884 acres. • HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Frres prohibited. d. Target practice proln'bited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except when authorized by night-hunti,ng permit . • f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend-of regular plains rifle deer season and on ·opening day and ~t weekend of late plains rifle deer season. COWDREY LAKE SWA- Jackson County From Cowdrey, go 2 miles S on Hwy.125 to property. Alternate Route: From Walden, go 7 112 miles • Non Hwy.125. Area entrance W side of road. 280 acres land, 80 acres water. • HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. • • • ASHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife vi~wing. FACILTI1ES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. • . Crawford Reservoir - Delta County a. Minimum siu for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. _ c. From the fence_ on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to north boundary fence, fishing in the spillway, stilling. basin and outlet canal prohibited. d. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CRAWFORD SWA- Delta 9>unty a. Hunting prohibited as posted. CREEDE SWA-.Mineral County From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy.149 to undesignated road, then 112 mile S to Rio Grande. ASHING:-coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Croke Reservoir -Adams County a. The minimum siu for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • b. Artificial flies and lures oµIy. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco County . a Bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake "'.' Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose County a. Snagging•kokanee salmon permitted Septl-Dec.31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garfield County 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy.33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing equipment or waders prohibited. b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohib~ d. Hunting prohibited. 26 --.... �Culebra Creek - Costilla County From the Hwy.159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez.Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. • c. Landowner permission on a Colorado Courtesy Card required. San Luis V1Sitor Center issues courtesy cards. • Cnoofngbam Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water imntediately. DAN NOBLE SWA (formerly MIRAMONTE RESERVOIR) - San Miguel County ._.,.. From Norwood, go 1.5 miles Eon ijwy.145 to USFS Rd.610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd.), then 17 miles S to res. 2,223 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. •RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, w~kiing. camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water~ boat ~ s , shelters, well with potable water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting waterfowl. c. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 am. d. Waterskiing and jetskiing prohibited except in designated areas. DEADMAN SWA- Prowers County From Granada go Non US Hwy.385, 2.5 miles to CRJJ, then 2.5 miles Eon RdJJto CR27. Tum·s on Rd.27 .1/2 mile to parking area. 503 acres. • HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. Deep Creek - San Miguel County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to·the water immediately. Deer Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUTTE LAKES SWA (North, South, F.ast) - Jacbon County From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then go 5.3 miles W to CRIS. Go 4.5 miles Won CRIS to CRS, then 1/2 mile N to property. 2,620 acres. . • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. ~bating proht'bited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. $ailboards prohibited. • • c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . d. Artificial flies and lures only. . e. North Delaney Butte U$lce only- GOLD MEDAL WATER: Brown trout 14-20 inches must be retmned to the water immediately. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and·largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEVD., CREEK SWA -Archuleta County Froin Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.627, then·2 miles N. 56J.acres. HUNTINO: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping probt'bited. b. Fires probt'bited. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. DE WEESE RESERVOIR SWA- Custer County From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy.69 for 5 miles, turn N. on Copper Gulch Rd. to access rd. 780 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater· stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. 27 �FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) - Jackson County . From Walden, go Non Hwy.125. Parking areas are 1, 2, and 4 miles Nof Walden. 3,129 acres, 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING:_ coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: city-owned camping. • RES1RICTIONS: a. On the Michigan River.on Diamond J SWA: 1. Artificial rues and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Hunting prohibited on property east of Hwy.125: DIXON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From 1-25 at Prospect St. exit near FL Collins, go 7J miles W on Prospect SL to Overland Trail, then .7 niiles S to Rd.42C, then .9 W miles to property. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. • RES1RICTIONS: . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches.long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Hunting prohibited. d Paintball shooting prohibited. DODD BRIDGE SWA - Morgan County (See Jean K. Tool SWA) Dolores River - Dolores & Montezuma counties From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From the West Fork.Dolores River·downstream to McPhee Res.: a. Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15 - Dec.31 when snagging is permitted. DOLORES RIVER SWA - Montezuma County _ From Dolores, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.145 to property. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • ' FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds. DOME LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon flwy.50 to Hwy.I 14, then 22 miles SE to property. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. drinking water. _1 RES1RICTIONS: 1' a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited except on Cty.Rds.NN14 and 1500. b. Camping permitted during waterfowl seasons in designated safety zones only. • c. Discharging firearms -and hunting prolu'bited in designated safety zones. d Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid or on leash. e. Public access prohibited except by foot or horseback from established. parking areas. f. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. . . DOME RQCK SWA-Thller County • _ • From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy.67 to intersectiQn at Rainbow Valley, then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch ~ Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. _ · d. Horseback and pack animals limited to d~ignated roads and trails except when ~ as a big game hunting aid. e. Public access prohibited Dec. I-July 15 on Spring Creek and Dome ~ew trails and Dome, 28 �Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge. f. Public access restricted to foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mqeller State Park. . g. Rock climbing prohibited. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County a Minimum sire for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth b.ass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose County a Artificial rues and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County From Wellington exit.on 1-25, go 5.5 milesW, Sand Won Hwy.I to CR15, 1 mile Non CR15 to CR60, then 1/4 miles W to LaVma Drive.Non LaVuia Drive to lake. From Ft Collins at Hwy.287 and Hwy.i, take Hwy.IN 4 miles to Waverly cutoff (CRIS), Non CR15 to CR60. Then 1/4 miles W to LaVma l>rive, N to lake. a Hunting prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. e. Sailboards, sailboats, ice skating prohibited. f. Camping prohibited. · g. Public access prohibited except for fishing 1 hour after sunset ·until 1 hour before sunrise, . h. ATVs, dirt bikes and snowmobiles prohibited. i. Paintball shooting prohibited. DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town .of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USFS access rd to property. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACil.JTIES: rest room, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: . • a Boating prohibited if it creates a· whitewater wake. b. Paintball shooting prohibited. DRY CREEK BASIN SWA- San Miguel County From Naturita, go 17 miles Son Hwy.141 to beginning of property, Hwy.141 goes SW through property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, do¥e, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA- Logan County From Crook, go 1 1/l miles Non Hwy.55 to property. 1,121 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. • b. Discharging fire.arms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c.Yrres proht"bited. • • <LField trials inay be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1·per'year. e. ThIEet practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County a Bag, possessi9n limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. . DUNE RIDGE SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at Sterling exit, go 112 mile W on Hwy.6 to CR370 then 5 miles SW to property. 400 acres. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl.. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Frres prohibited. . d larget ptactice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. 29 �e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regu~ar plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. DURANGO SFU - La PJata County In Durango, on Animas River. 14 acres. ASIDNG: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: visitor's center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. . RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. DUTCH GULCH SWA- Gunnison County. a ATVs; dirt bikes, snowmobiles restricted to improved road on property.. b. Camping prohibited; . • c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting or on a leash. d. Fires prohibited.. e. Public access prohibited March 1-June 15. f. Public access restricted to foot or horseback from designated parking areas. g. Parking restricted to designated parking areas. .. Eagle River - Eagle County From Gore Ck downstream to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is. 2 fish. EA(;LE RIVER SWA (Fishing Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile Eon Hwy.6, continuing 5 miles E upstream. ASIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . ' c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. d. Dogs prohibited. e. Public access limited .to designated points as posted to protect private property. East P~ Creek - Saguache County .. a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. East River - Gunnison County . a From upstream property boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to Taylor River: 1. Artificial flies only. . . . 2. Bag and possession limit an~ minimum size for irout is 2 fish under 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee salmon prohibited. b. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU boundary: 1. Ftshing prohibited Aug. 1-0cl 31. . . ECHO CANYON RF.SERVOIR SWA-Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles S on Hwy.84 to property. 211 acres.. HUNTING: waterfowl. ASIDNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately.· b. No bag _and possession limit for yellow perch. c. Catllping prohibited. • d. Fires p,rohibited.· _ e. Waterskiing prohibited. Elevenmile Reservoh: - Park County NOTE: Water levels lowered in 2002. Check with State Park office for updates on boat ramp. access (719) 748-3401. • . •• a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. • b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 4 fish. No more than 2 can be aver 16 inches long. .. , . . .c. Snagging kok.anee salmon permitted Ocll-Dec.31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ELKHEAD LAKE SWA- Moffat and Routt counties . a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake N of bouy line or within 100 yds. of boat ramp. b. Camping prohibited. - 30 �c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. d. Public access prohibited within 50 feet of spillway. Elkhead Reservoir - Moffat & Routt counties Property managed by State Parks. Consult State Parks for additional regulations. . a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. . ELLIOTT.SWA- Morgan County From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on CRW.7 to property. 2,576 acres. . . HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl (reservation waterfowl hunting available). • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACJUTIES: duck blinds on the Union Tract. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited ex~pt when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fu:es prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 am. except when authorized by night hunting permit f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. UNION TRACT: 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at check station. 2. Public access prohibited except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. 3. Waterfowl hunting permitted first-come, first-served, from teal season through end of first split of regular duck season and on specific days through rest of season by lottery. 4. Waterfowl hunting permitted from designated blinds as posted or within zone for each blin<i:, •See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. Person making the reservation must • hunt property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests. may use hunt zone with applicant. , 5. Max. 4 hunters per blinds/zones. No more than S·hunters permitted on property at a time. NORTII TRACT: • 1. Hunting by reservation. Hunting permitted only Sat, Sun., Wed., and legal holidays. For reservations, call 1-800-846-9543. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. QUINT TRACT: 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big & Little) - Hinsdale CountyIn Weminuche Wilderness Area a. Artificial flies and lures only. l>- Bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is 2 fish, 14 inches long: c. Ftshing prohibited in Lake Creek inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan.1-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County . a Public access prohibited Dec. I-June 30. • b. Public access prohibited IO p.m.-4 am. c. Public access by foot or horseback only. d. Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. e. Camping prohibited: f. Fu:es prohibited. g. Dogs prohibited. Empire Res. - Weld and Morgan counties a. Closed to goose hunting in part of Weld and Morgan counties bounded on north by Bijou Canal from US 34 west to Weld Co. Rd. 91 (Chapelton Lane), on west by Weld Co. Rd. 91 from Bijou Canal to 1-76, on south by 1-76 from Weld Co. Rd. 91 to Colo. 144, on east by Colo. 144 from 1-76 to US 34, ~don northeast by US 34 from Colo. 144 to Bijou Canal. ESCALANTE SWA - Delta, Mesa & Montrose counties HAMILTON TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles Won 5th St.(G road) to G50 Rd., then 2 miles NW to tract. Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy.50 to tract LOWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles W on 5th St. (G Rd.) to tract. PICKEf CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. · ,• PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6.1/2 miles Won 5th St.(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa .Rd., then 11 1/2 miles N to tract. CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 6 miles SW into &calante Canyon. . ,,,._ 31 �EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta. go 12 miles Non Hwy.SO to Escalante·Canyon turnoff, then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta. go 6 1/2 miles W on 5th St(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa Rd., then 11 1/2 miles N to tract WEST.WALKER TRACT: From Delta. go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd., then 5 miles W, then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge rds., then 6 miles NE to tract. WATERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta. go 12 miles NW on Hwy;50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). • GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From Delta. go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon Rd., then 3 miles SW to the Gunnison River, then 3/4 mile.upstream·on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). 5,019 total acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking;wilcllife viewing, interpretive program, historical area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts during upland game or migratory bird seasons. . b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept, only. c. Public access prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts March 15-July 31. d. On Lower Roubideau Tract hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only I inentor per youth. . Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County . a. .Minimum size for sinallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County • From Yampa, go 3 miles S <;m Hwy.131 to unit. 20 acres. FISIDNG: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: • a; Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited in designated safety zones, as posted. c. Do~s prohibited. d. Frres prohibited. FISH CREEK SWA - Dolores County . From Dolores, go 12 miles Non HwyJ45 to USFS Rd.535, then 12 miles N to Fish Creek access road, then 1 1/2 miles N to property. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, blue grouse, snowshoe hare. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER RESERVOm SWA - Kit Carson County From Flagler, go 5 miles E on Rd.4 to reservoir. 400 acres-. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dover waterfowl. turkey. • FISIDNG: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing; camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: . _ a. Boating prohibited during waterfowl seao;ons except craft propelled by hand. wind or electric motors. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing permitted Sun. and Mon., June I-Aug.31. . c. Hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. • Florida River - La Plata County a. Snagging kokanee permitted above Lemon Reservoir, Sept. l-Dec.31 .. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. �. FORKS SWA- Larimer County RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. . c. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Hunting ~hibited. . e. Target practice prohibited. f. Closed except ·1 hour before sunrise to I hour after sunset. g. Closed except for walk-ins only Nov. I-March 31. Fort Morgan Ponds -. Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County • From confluence with Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. 1-Nov. 30. FRANK SWA - Larimer"& Weld counties From 1-25 at the Wmdsor exit, go 2.3 miles Eon Hwy.392 to CR13, then 1/2 mile S-to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, prairie dog, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RESTRICTIONS: a On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), minimum. size for smallmouth amflargemouth bass is 15 inches long. • . .b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Frres prohibited. • d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Camping prohibited. . f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. • - g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established hunt zones. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. No more than 4 hunters can use a hunt zone. Person making the reservatioaIDust hunt on property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use reserved hunt zone with applicant • FRANZ LAKE SWA- Chaft'ee County . From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy.291 to CRl54, then 3/4 mile W to property. Property is SW_ of Mt Shavano-Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: waterfowl. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms. . RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado.River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. FRAVERT RESERVOIR SWA - Garfield County • a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Reservoir - Moffat County . From 50 yards of either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: Fishing prohibited JanJ-July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA- Phillips County From Holyoke, go 5 miles Won Hwy.6 to CR29, then 1/2 mile S to property. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Disch!ll'ging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. Fryingpan River - Eagle & Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam downstream t9 Roaring Fork River (14 miles) -GOLD MEDAL WATER: ·a.Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. • . . c. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. Fryingpan Lakes 2 and 3 - Pitkin County. a. Artificial flies and lures only. •. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water inim<:<fiately. 33. �GARFIELD CREEK SWA - Garfield County . From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on CR3 I2 to Garfield Creek Rd., then I mile S to property. 13, I79 acres. • •. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 7 days before start of regular big game seasons through 7 days after end of regular big game seasons. • · b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of Cty.Rds.312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. _ . d. Public access prohibited Dec.I-July 15, except for spring turkey hunting below junction or small gaine hunting above junction of Crs.Rds.312 and 328. . e. Dogs proln"bited except as a hunting aid. f. Bicycles restricted to Cty.Rds.3 I 2 and 328. George Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters downstream to Cornelius Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles N along Mitchell Ck to property. 2 acres. • RECREATION: ·wildlife viewing,_ linµted tours. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. Golden Ponds Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmout11 Rl!d largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Creek downstream to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Granby Reservoir, including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possessio1_1 limit for trout, except lake trout, and kokanee salmon is 4 fish, singly or in the aggregate. Sept I-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 fish b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Only one can be over 20 inches long. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. d. Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res. only Sept. l-Dec.31 except Columbine Bay. e. Fishing prohibited in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Creek upstream, Oct 15-Dec.3 l. f. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. ~ Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4 fish, only 1 fish over 36 inches. Oct I-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. b. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. c. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. d. Closed to goose hunting on lakes and within I00 yds. of the high-water lines, including Shadow Mtn. Res., Wmdy Gap Res. GRANADA SWA Prowers County· . From Granada go N on Hwy.385, tum E on Half Sr. (first road N of railro&d) go 1.5 miles. Acres: 3,672. HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, deer. FISHING: warmwater fishing .in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fues prohibited. b. Camping prohibited. c. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. d. Motor vehicles (including OHVs) prohibited, except on access roads to parking.areas. e. Closed I hour after sunset until· I hour before sunrise. Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters downstream to US Forest Svc. boundary: a. Fishing prohibited. GRANDVIEW PONDS SWA -Admm County In Thornton at 104th Ave. & Colo.Blvd. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, picnicking, wildlife viewing. 34 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited. c. Camping prohibited. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited..Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Frres prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited. , g. Public access prohibited I hour after sunset to l hour before sunrise except for fishing. h. Pets prohibited. . , i. Trapping prohibited except by permits, issued first come, first served. GRANITE SWA - Chaffee County . From Buena Vista, 17 miles N on Hwy.24. Access from Chaffe Lake county line downstream to 1/4 mile below Granite Bridge. FIShing access only. FISHING: coldwater fishing on Arkansas River. Green Mountain Reservoir - Grand & Summit counties a Snagging for kokanee permitted Sept. I-Dec. 31. Green River - Moffat County • a No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Grieve Ranch Conservation Easement - Routt County a Fires prohibited. • b. Dogs prohibited except for bunting. • c. F'rreanns prohibited except for hunting. d Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Snowmobiles, ATVs and motorcycles prohibited. f. Commercial use prohibited. g. Woodcutting and gathering prohit.,ited. h. Public access prohibited on hay meadows N of CR129. i. FIShing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water . line on either bank. •• Griffith Reservoir - Mesa County a Artificial flies and lures only. . ·b. Bag arid possession and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County . From inlet of Vallecito Reservoir upstream: Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15-Jan. 31 when· snagging is also permitted. • • Grizzly Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. I-Nov. 30. GROSS RESERVOIR SWA- Boulder County RESTRICTIONS: a Boating and floating devices prohibited. b. Paintball shooting prohibited. Gross Reservoir - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m: to 4 am. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept: J-Jan.'31. GROUNDHOG RF.SERVOIR SWA- Dolores County . From Dolores, go 25 miles N on USFS Rd.526 to USFS Rd533, then 5 miles NE to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • • a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. FLShing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 1/2 mile April 15..July 15. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison &. Montrose counties a From East and Taylor rivers downstream to bridge crossing CRIO: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches Jong. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. . b. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Res., including all tributwy canals and diversions: • • 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. I-Oct. 31. 2. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Nov. I-Dec. 31. c. From Hwy.135 bridge 1.5 miles N of Gunnison downstream to Hwy.SO bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. ·35 �2. B.ag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: I. Fishing prohibited as posted. e. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Res. Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept I-Dec. 31. f. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: 1. FIShing prohibited as pos~ . g. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res. dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept I-Dec. 31. • h. From Crystal Res. Dam downstream 200 yards: 1. FIShing prohibited as posted. . i. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res. dam to North Fork of Gunnison River - GOLD MEDAL WATER & WllD TROUT WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures oniy. 2. Brown b.'OUt 12-16 inches must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag and possession and size limit for brown tt:out is either: a. 4 fish, no greater than 12 inches long, or b. 3 fish less than 12 inches and f fish at least 16 inches long. 4. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. j. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 6 miles W on Hwy.SO to property. 2,800 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a Public access prohibited Dec. I-March 31 .. b. Camping restricted to ~gnated areas. c. Beaver Creek Trail restricted to foot or horseback. GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - Gunnison County ._ From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to CR13. Tum left and go 1/4 mile to where the road jogs left and becomes Gunnison city street of Tmcup. Travel W 3 city blocks to Palisade city park. Parking on N side of park. Area accessed by foot 1/2 mile W of parking lot HUNTING: deer. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access by foot only. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when. hunting. c. Hunting prohibited-except for waterfowl with shotguns. GYPSUM PONDS SWA- Eagle County. 1-70 to the Gypsum exit, take the S side frontage rd. of 1-70 E to parking area. 90 acres. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fires proluoited. c. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. d. Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water imme11iately. HALLENBACK RANCH SWA- Lake County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Public access prohibited Dec. I-March 31 a:nd on W 1/3 of property, as posted, April I-June 15 to protect wintering and calving elk. 36 �Hamilton Creek - Grand County a. Artificial mes and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - Garfield County a. Fishing prohibited. HARMON SWA- Chaffee County a. Campfires, overnight camping prohibited. b. Firearms, hunting prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. Harvey Gap State Park - Garfield County a. ·Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for catfish is 2 fish. Hat Creek - F.agle County a. Artificial rues and lures only. _ b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HAVIl.AND LAKE SWA- La·Plata County From Durango, go 18 miles Non Hwy.550 to USFS Rd.671, then 112 mile E to property. 208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lalre. RECREATION: camping, boating. . FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Qub Lake) - Phillips County a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont County · From headwaters downstream to confluence with Hayden Ck: a. FJ.Shing prohibited. Headache Creek -Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be retwned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA- Chaffee _County From Buena VISta, go 5 miles Non Hwy.24 to CR361, then I. mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. ' RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: Camping prohibited. Hermosa Creek, East Fork - LaPlata County From its headwaters downstream to Sig ·creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be.returned to the water immediately. Hermosa Creek, South Fork - LaPlata County a. Artificial mes and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be retwned to the water immediately. Hidden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. • mGEL SWA-Alamosa County RESTRICTIONS: • a. Closed SepL I-Feb. 14, except Sats., Suns., Weds. and legal holidays. On Sat, Sun., wed., and legal holidays, Sep~ 1 - Feb. 14, access permit required. Max. 25 permits daily. Contact DOW in Monte Vista for free permit, first come, first served, (719) 587:.6900. ' b. Closed Feb. 15-July .15 to protect nesting water birds. c. S~ial uses during closures can be approved for educational or scientific uses. d. Area wildlife mgr. inay authorize special use of area during closures. IDGHLINE LAKE SWA- Mesa County a. Closed to waterfowl hunting Sal, Sun. Highllne Reservoir - Mesa County a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek -Archuleta County • a. Artificial ffies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be retwned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jefferson County . a. Minimum si7.e for largemouth bass is-18 inches long. HOBNHOLZ LAKES SWA- Larimer County . From Hwy.14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles Non Laramie River Rd. (CRI03) to 37 �entrance. 80 acres of water, 1 mile of river. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor.· b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area. . c. Public access prohibited on Grace Creek road Dec. l-Aug.15. d. Sailboards prohibited. e. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Hohnholz Lake #3: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. HOLBROOK RESERVOIR SWA - Otero County From Swink, go 3 miles N on CR245 to CRFF, then 1/2 mile E to reservoir. 670 acres. FISHING: wannwater. • • • HUNTING: deer. rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail; dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boatramps. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited in safety zone on SW side of residence, as posted. HOLLY SWA - Prowers County • From Holly, go 1 mile N on CR34 to property. 55 acres: HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyok~ City Lake (Liomaub Fishing Hole) -Phillips County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA - Phillips County From Holyoke, go 4 miles S on Hwy.385 to CR14, then 4 miles W to property. 80 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Discharging fireanns.or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. HOME LAKE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go I 1/2 miles E on Shennan Ave. to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wil4life viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor, or motorboats as provided in b. and c. below. b. Motorboats up to IO horsepower may be permitted. c. Motorboats, 10 horsepower and larger allowed 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. d. Closed sunset to sunrise except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting permit Homestake Conveyance Channel {Spinney Mountain Reservoir inlet ditch) - Park County a. Fishing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (1lmber Lake) - Bent & Otero counties From ~unta, go 8 mil~ Non Hwy.109 to Cheraw, then 2 miles Eon CRJJ.5 to CR33, 7 miles N to reservoir. 2,603 acres. • FISHING: warmwater. • • _ • RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset'to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. • e. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. f. Hunting from shoreline or uplands around lake by permission of Tunber Lake Grazing. • 38 �HORSE TIDEF·CANYoN SWA- Mesa County 1-70 W to Fruita exit, from Fruita exit take Hwy.340 S 1 mile to property sign, take access road 4 miles to property. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, quail, pheasant FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. FIShing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. e. Waterfowl hunting on Sat is restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths·ml1$t be accompanied by mentors while hunting. f. Closed 9 p.m. to 5,a.m., except for fishing~ g. Mandatory check station. h. Quail hunting prohibited. i. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed.-Fri. except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year's Day. j. To hunt waterfowl on west end.of property, you must reserve a specific designated blind and are restricted to hunt within 100 yards of blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Reservations first-come basis and are available at check-in station. Permits not required for waterfowl hunting east of diversion structure. Horseshoe Reservoir• Huerfano County . . a. Minimum siz.e for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Honetooth Reservoir - Larimer County a. FISbing prohibited in inlet M~h 15-May 31. b. Minimum siz.e for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum ~ for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Minimum siz.e for walleye is 18 inches long. HOT CREEK SWA- Conejos County 5 From Monte VISta, go 20 miles S on Hwy.15 to access road, then miles W to property. 3,494 HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, moUJJtain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan. I-April 30. acres. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA- Grand County JENNY Wll..LIAMS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W on.Hwy.40 to CR50 (E end of the Colorado River bridge), then 2 miles S to unit BYERS CANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles Won Hwy.40 to • range (N side of highway). . BREEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy. 40 past Parshall,· .5 mile to property. Look for mile marker 196. Tum left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or continue W 3/4 mile for· additional parking. Unit is 11.5 miles Wof Kremmling~ • . BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at E end of bridge. • HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at W end of bridge. PAUL F. Gil.BERi' FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs~ go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to W end of Colorado River bridge, then S to area LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3.5 miles Won Hwy.40 to unit (S side of Hwy). 1,173 total acres, all units. . · KEMP UNIT: From Granby, about 14.5 miles Won Hwy.40, tum left on CR 3 and drive over Colorado River bridge. Tum right on second road or go another .5 mile and turn right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. · • . . • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACillTIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Creek Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. • b. Discharging firearms prohibited in Beaver Creek Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. 39 �Gilbert.FIShing Area. c. Public access prohibited on Byers Canyon Rifle Range between sunset and sunrise. d. Public access on Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be prohibited to protect wintering big game. Huerfano River - Huerfano County . From headwaters downstream to USPS boundary: • a Artificial flies and lt,1res only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fISh. HUERFANO SWA- Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles Won CR580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. HUGO SWA - Lincoln County • CLINGINGSMITH TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles Son CRI09, 2 1/4 miles Bon CR2G to ·. tract 2,240 acres. ffUN11NG: deer, antelope, rabbit, dove, waterfowl FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. • RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited. Hunt Lake - Cbafl'ee County a Artificial flies and lures only. •. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. HUNT SWA - Garfield County From Rifle, go 2 miles B to Mamm Creek exit. Talce frontage road W 1 mile to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. . FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. Illinois River - Jackson County On Macnaughton SWA: . ~ Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. INDIAN RUN SWA- Routt County From Hamilton, go 12 miles SB on Hwy.317 to CR67, then 6 miles S to property. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue gro~. • FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/l mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, take Rd 12, 5.1 miles W to CRIB, take Rd.18, 4.5 miles W to Cty.W.Rd5, take W.Rd.5, 1.5 miles SW to CR22, take Rd22, 25 miles to property. 0.7 miles.of river. FISHING: coldwater stream RECREATION: wildlife viewing . . RESTRICTIONS: a Raspberry Creek and Norris Creek on Irvine SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only: . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . c. Camping prohibited. d Hunting prohibited. JACKSON LAKE SWA- Morgan County From 1-76 at the Hwy.39 ex.it, go 7.4 miles Non Hwy39 to Hwy.144, then 1 mile NB to CR5, then 3.8 miles N to CRCC, then l mile W to CR4, then 1/4 mile S to property. 394 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp}. RESTRICTIONS: a Fishing prohibited Nov. I through last day of regular waterfowl season, except fishing permitted from dam through Nov.30. • b. Ice fishing pro!rlbited from north shore. �c. Camping prohibited. d Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of the lake and elsewhere as posted. e. Fires prohibited. •• f. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited ~xcept when authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. i. Minimum size limit for. wipers is 15 inches long. Jackson Lake State Park - Morgan County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. • b. Minimum·size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. d. FIShing in a portion of the outlet ditch below dam and around rotary screen prohibited. (Fishing· closure signed.) . . . e. Fishing prohibited Nov. 1-last day of regular waterfowl season, except fishing permitted from dam through Nov. 30. • . Jackson Gulch Reservoir - Montezuma County a. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. JAMES M. JOHN SWA- Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles on NM Hwy, 72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake Dorothey SWA, then NW 2 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. HUNTING: Elk, deer, bear, mountain lion, small game, turkey. RECREATION: Wildlife viewfng, mountain biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited within I00 feet of streams. b. Closed Dec. I-April 1. c. Public access restricted to foot or horseback. d. Hunting access restricted in regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing. JAMES MARK JONES SWA- Park County From Hwy.24 E of Hartsel take .CR 15 (Elkhorn Rd.) N 15 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. From Hwy.285 at Como turnoff, take CR15 SE 8 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Jan. I-May _I. b. Fires prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking area.c;. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. JEAN K. TOOL SWA- Morgan County From FtMorgan, go 4 miles NE on 1-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd., then I 3/4 miles N to property. 903 acres. • • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION:wildlife viewing, hiking; RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b: I;>ischarging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. . d. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except when authorized by night hunting permit e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and frrst weekend of late plains rifle deer season. JENSEN SWA - Rio Blan~ County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy.13 to CR30, property begins ai CR30 and Hwy.13. 5,955 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Closed prohibited Jan.I-July 15. JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Res. #1 and 2) - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All fISh must be returned to the water immediately. c. Hunting prohibited. d. Camping prohibit~. 41 �e. Fires prohibited.. f. Boating, floating, swimming an" wading prohibited. g. lee fishing and all public access to frozen surface of lakes prohibited. • h. Pets, domestic animals prohibited. • i. Motorized, non-motorized vehicles prohibited. j. Firearms prohibited. Jim Creek - Conejos County a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be retumed·to the water immediately. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA-: Montezuma County· From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.184 to CR40, then 4 miles N to res. 120 acres. HUNTING: wa~rfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildUfe viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Hwy.14: a. Fishing prohibited Jan.I-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish.J6 inches long. Joe Wright Reservoir - Larimer County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit is for trout is 2 fish. c. No size limit for grayling. Standard aggregate bag limits for trout apply. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA- Bent County· . From Las Animas, go 20 miles E on Hwy.50 to Hasty, 2 miles S of Hasty to res. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squinel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail-boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. • FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March. Aug. and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of_ waterfowl season as posted on US Army Corp of Engineer property under lease ~Y DOW or State Parks to provide for waterfowl resting. • JOHNSON VILLAGE SWA - Chaffee County From Hwy. 24 bridge over Arkansas River, on east side of river downstream .5 mile. Fishing access only. • • FISHING: coldwaier stream. ,WLESBURG SWA (Julesburg and Ovid Leases) - Sedgwick County . From Ovid. go 1/2 mile S on CR29 to property. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, ducks. •RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. •• d. Target practice prohibited except wh~n authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day mid first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. JUMBO RESERVOIR SWA - Logan & Sedgwick counties From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then I mile NE to CR95, then 2 miles N to res. 1,703 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, dov~. FISHING: warmwater. • •• RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS:· a. Annual or daily use fee permit required. See "Use Fee& Required" section. b. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. 42 �d. Minimum size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. e. Fishing restricted to 2 so·uth clams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south clams or 50 yards of outlet tower Oct. I through last day of waterfowl season. f. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet structure. g. Boating prohibited Oct. I. through last day of regular goose season. Hand-propelled craft may be. used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. h. Hu.'l\ting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. i. Waterskiing prohibited before IO a.m. and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat., Sun. and Mon. of Memorial Day weekend. • j. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. k. Vehicles limited to.250. I. Paintball shooting prohibited. JUNCTION BU'ITE SWA - Grand County From Kremmling, go 3 miles Son Hwy.9 to CR387 (dirt road), then 1/2 mile E to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION:. wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Hang gliding prohibited. . . c. Vehicles prohibited except day after Labor Day thro~gh last day of regular big game season. Juniata Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to .the water immediately. . c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KARVAL RESERVOIR SWA- Lincoln County • From Hwys.94 and I09, go S IO miles on Hwy. I09 to property. 235 acres . .HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: wannwater. RECREAT~ON: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Kelly Lake •• Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. KEMP- BREEZE SWA - Grand County RESTRICTIONS: • a. FIShing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted to ages 15 and under and mobility impaired anglers restricted to wheelchair. • b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-Ju.Iy 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and Ju.res only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Leaming Center Lake) - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA - Lincoln County KINNEY LAKE TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles Son CRI09 to CR2G, then 2.5 miles E to CR2J, then 1 mile E to tract. 320 acres. • HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warmwater. ·RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, pholography. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Kitson Reservoir - Mesa County • a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA - Park County From Fairplay, go 10 miles Son Hwy.285 to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. . RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulationi, apply - see South Platte River, South Fork. a. Camping prohibited. . 43 �b. Fires prohibited. • • c. Public access prohibited beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. d. Paintball shooting prohibited. KNUDSON SWA - Logan County From I-76 at the Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to 9U70 (infonnation center, museum), then l mile • SW to property. 581 acres. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging.firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. • • C; F~ prohibited. d. Small ·game and watt:rfowl hunting prohibited opening ·weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. e. Deer hunting on easement by landowner permission only. . • KOA Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15. inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA - Weld County From Wmdsor at Hwys,392 & 257, 3 miles-Son Hwy.257 to parking area S of PoudreRiver. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Public access prohibited sunset to sµnrise . .b. Hunting prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited. d. Camping prohibited. e. Frres prohibited. • f. Dogs must be on leash. g. Paintball shooting prohibited. _ Lagerman Reservoir - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long . • LA JARA ~ERVOIR SWA- Conejos County From Monte Vasta, go 20 miles Son Hwy.15 to access road, then 10 .miles W to reservoir. 635 acres._ HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . FACll..ITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LA JARA SWA - Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Road to property. 2,808 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. ~ RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Dec.1-April 30. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long~ b. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long; LAKE BECKWITH SWA - Pueblo County RESTRICTIO~S: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Hunting prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. LAKE DOROTHEY SWA - LasAnimas County . From Raton, New Mexico, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles to property. 4,804 acres. • HUNTING: deer, ~Uc, turkey. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. 44 �b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or 100 feet of streams except in designated areas. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d~ Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Public access by foot or horseback only from established parking areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County From headwaters downstream to Glacier Ck: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. .LAKE FORK O~THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Hinsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles N on Hwy.149 to S end of easement. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. From the headwaters downstream to waterfall at Sherman: 1; Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From inlet o( Lake San Cristobal upstream to firsrbridge crossing: _ 1. Artificial flies only. • . c. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cherry_ Creek.to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . . 2. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. 3. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. d. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to'Cherr}iCk: 1. Bag and possession limit for troufis 2 fish. e. From Argenta Falls downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept.l-:Dec.31. LAKE IRWIN SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Creek Rd(730) to Kehler Pass Rd.(12);continue N to USFS Rd826, 1.5 miles to lake. . FISHING: 'coldwater lake _ RECREATION: camping fishing, wildlife viewing. FACILlTIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms: Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a Artificial flies ·and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. LAKE JOHN SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, then 8 miles W to CR7, then 7 miles N t~ property. 565 water acres, 282 land acres. • • HUNTING: rabbit, 'Yaterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILlTIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. • • _RESTRICTIONS: . a. Bag and possession limit for·trout is 4 fish. b. Camping•in established areas only. c. Waterskiing prohibited. d. Sailboards prohibited. Laramie Rlver - Larimer County Within Hohnholz SWA: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas-W on Hwy.194 , 4 miles, N on CR5.5 to unit. 69 acres. RECREATION:. wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. LEAPS GULCH SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison go N onHwy.135 to CRlO. Go Eon paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFS .743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles to property. ,HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. • 45 �RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. I-April 30. Little Green Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be renimed to the water immediately. LITI'LE SNAKE SWA- Moffat County From Maybe)), go 17 miles Non CR19. CR19 runs through property. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RF.s1RICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons throµgh 3 days after end of reguhµ' big game seasons. Little Vasque-z Creek -Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstJ:eam to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA- Mesa County From Fruita, take 1-70 to Loma exit (#15), then go 1.2 mile S on frontage rd., turn SE 1/2 mile to Colorado River. • • ~REATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RF.s1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms prohibited. . c. Launching, using personal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. d. Park in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA - Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles Won CR14W to CR21S, then 1 1/2 miles N to property. 181 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater. R,ECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing, archery range, nature trail. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • • a. Annual or daily use permit required. See "Use Fees Required" section. b. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond. c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Camping prohibited. . • f. Fires prohibited. g. Horseback riding prohibited. h. Target practice prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Sailboards and sailboats prohibited. j. Bicycling prolu"bited. • k. Dog training prohibited except Sept 1 to last day of waterfowl season. LONE CONE SWA- Dolores County · From Nmwood, go.1.5 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.610, then 24 miles S to property. 5,030 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: two-horse corrals, domestic well water, campsites. RESTRICUONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. LONE DOME SWA - Dolores & Montemma counties From Cortez, go 21 miles Non Hwy.666 to CRDD, then I mile E to CR16, then 3 miles N to access road, then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge.1,724 acres. · • • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, ~y. dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds. RF.s1RICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited except in designated areas. b. Fires prohibited. LONETREE RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County . From Campion, go 3 1/2 miles Won CR14W to Lonetree Dr., then I mile S on access road to reservoir. 502 water acres. 46 �HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RES1RicnONS: • a. FIShing prohibited from boats Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season. b. F1Shing prohibited in outlet canal ~ posted • c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth ~ is 15 inches long. d. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. _ g. Camping prohibited. h. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when huntiµg. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Fues prohibited. j. Horseback riding prohibited. k. Public access prohibited in heron nesting closll:l'C area as posted. I. Sailboards and sailboats prohibited. m. Public access.prohibited 1 hour a(ter sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting permit. n. Bicycling prohibited. . o. Dog trau)ing prohibited except Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Creek) and Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and 1~ only. b. Bag and possession limit (or trout is 2 fish. Long Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish~ c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May I-July 15. .. • Longmont Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. .b. Warmwater fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman'Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wilderness boundary: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Lost Trail_ Creek -: Gunnison County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. . •b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOWELL PONDS SWA-Adams County In Denver at 56th.Way and Lowell Blvd. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife.viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. - , __1 RES1RlcnONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. c. Boating prohibited ·on Sheets Lake. • • d. Camping prohibited. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Dog training prohibited. • g. Fues prohibited. • h. Hunting prohibited. i. Public access prolu'bited l hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. j. Trapping by permit only. Lower Latham Reservoir- Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. • McCall's Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for crappie is 10 incht:5 long. • 47 �MCCLUSKEY SWA- Delta Colqity From Paonia 's Onarga Ave., go S on 4100 Rd., which becomes .4050 Rd. At end it forks; rum left on 130 Rd. to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, rabbit RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Public access prohibited except to hunt, fish or trap. e. Public access prohibited from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake -Adams County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurcy Ponds - Larimer County a. Minimum sil.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir• Montezuma County a. Minimum sil.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted SepU-Dec.31. c. No daily bag and possession limit on yellow perch. Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County • a. Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2 fish. b. Hunting prohibited. MANVILLE SWA • Jackson County . From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, take Rdl2W 5 miles W to CRIS, take Rdl8, 4.5 miles SW to CR5, take Rd.5, 1/8 mile S to properly. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. • FISHING: coldwater stream. • • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. . b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Martin Lake - Huerfano County . a. Minimum sii.e {or smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. May Creek - Larimer County a. FIShing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek • Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East• Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Medano Creek -Alamosa County .a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MEEKER PASTURE SWA- Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 1.5 'miles N on Hwy.13 to CRS, then 2 miles E to property. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. MELON VALLEY SWA- Otero County Go 2 miles N of Hwys. 71 and 50, then 1 mile E of Hwy. 71 on Rd 80.5. • · RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited except youths 15 years old and younger and their mentors. Mentor must be 18 years or older, comply with hunter education requirements and accompany youth while hunting. No more than I mentor per youth. Meredith Reservoir - Crowley County RESTRICTIONS: . a Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted. •·. • b. Trotlines and jugs permitted. MESSEX SWA • Logan & Washingt!)n counties . From 1-76 at the Merino exit, go 2 miles N to Hwy.6, then 1.75 miles NE to CRR, then l.5 miles N, then .5 mile W to pr9perty. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, waterfowl. 48 _., �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prol:ubited. · •c. Fires prohibited. d Tmget practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Landowner pennission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted. .• . f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifl~ deer season. g. Public access prohibited 9 p.m.-3 a.m. except when authorized by night hunting permit h. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. and require landowner pennission on easement Trials in Sept must be incidental to field trial on adjacent private property. Middle Creek, East - Saguache County • From headwaters downstream to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: , a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA - Custer Couniy From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. to property. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. MIKE IDGBEE SWA - Prowers County . From Lamar, go 4 miles E on Hwy.50 to property. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, ph~ant, bobwhite quail; scaled quail; dove; waterfowl. • FISHING: warmwater. · . • • RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA- Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E on Hwy.263 to property. 13 acres. • HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing._ RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited b. Discharging ~arms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. • c. Frres prohibited Mitchell Creek - Garfield County . From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout mus~ be returned to the water immediately. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA - Mesa County • RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohtoited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Firearms prohibited except for (a) above. e. Pets, domestic animals prohibited. f. Motorized, non-motorized vehicles·prohibited Montgomery Reservoir -·Park County • a. Ice•fishing prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited on south side of reservoir and. from west face of dam as posted c. FIShing prohibited Dec.I-May 31. Monument Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct l-Dec.31. . Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison & Montrose counties . a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1-Dec. 31 . . Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned to water immediately. MOUNT EVANS SWA- Clear Creek County . From Den\;er, ·take I-70 W to Evergreen Parkway exit, go 6 miles S on Hwy.74 to Evergreen Lake, 49 �tum right on Upper Bear Creek Rd., 6.5 miles to CR480, go right on CR480, 3 miles .to property. 3,438 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, blue ·grouse, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. • b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or on a leash. c. Public.access prohibited Jan.I-June 14. d. Groups of 25 or more must obtain a permit; 1 group at a time. . e. Vehicles prohibited day after Labor Day-June 14 except during regular rifle deer and elk seasons. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. MOUNT OURAY SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, .5 mile NW on Hwy.291, .5 mile Won CR154, 1.25 miles NW on CR160. 231 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. Arkansas River (access not on both sides of river; check for signs). . . • MOUNT SHAVANO SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy.291 to CR154, then .5 mile W to unit 186 acres. • FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. MOUNTAIN HOME RESERVOIR SWA- Costilla County From Ft Garland, go 2.5 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Trinchera Ranch Rd., then 2 miles S to !~house Rd., then 1 mile W.to N entrance, or continue I mile S to S entrance. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Waterskiing- prohibited. MURPHY SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 1 mile E on CR 12 to property._ 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. •• RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA - Weld County From Kersey, go 5 miles Eon Hwy.34 to CR61, then 2 miles N to property. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a.- Camping prohibited. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited.· c. Fu-es prohibited. • NARRAGUINNEP RESERVOIR SWA - Montezuma County • From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy.666 to Hwy.184, then 2 milesE to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: powemQating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except for fishing. NARROWS SWA- Larimer County a. Camping, fires, paintball shooting, hunting,_ target shooting prohibited b. Closed except I hour before sunrise ta 1 hour after sunset. c. Closed except for walk-ins only N~v. I-March 31. Native Lake-Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake.- Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 50 • - �Navajo Reservoir - Archuleta County a. Trotlines pennitted. b. Snagging kokanee salmon pennitted Sept I-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boaJ ramp and mooring cove only. Navajo River - Archuleta and Conejos Counties . From headwaters downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ - b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. New Wmdsor Reservoir - Weld. County · • a: Hunting prohibited as posted. . b. Closed to waterfowl hunting within 400 yds. of occupied dwelling, without first obtaining per- . mission from owner or person in charge, 1/4 mile from center line of these roads: from Weld Co. Rd. 74 and Colo. 257 north to Weld Co. Rd. 78; east to Weld Co. Rd. 21; south to Weld Co. Rd. 74; then west to Colo. 257, including area formed by these roads: c. Closed to waterfowl hunting 150 yds. of Colo. 257 centerline between Weld Co. Rds. 78 and 74; Weld Co. Rd. 74 between Colo. 257 and Weld Co. Rd. 21. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be ieturned to the water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield County . . From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15, and Oct. I-Nov. 30. Nolan Creek - Eagle County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. NORTH FORK SWA- Larimer County From Drake, go 1/4 mile W on Devil's Gulch Rd. to property. ·FISHING: coldwater streaIIL RESTRICilONS: Public access prohibited ~xcept for fishing. NORTII LAKE SWA - Las Animas County From Trinidad, go 35 miles NW on Hwy.12 to property. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area. RESTRICilONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. • d. Frres prohibited. North Platte River - Jackson County a. On Brownlee, Manville and Verner SWAs: I. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . b. From southern boundary of Routt National Forest t~ Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) -GOLD. MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only._ b. Bag and pos~on limit for trout is 2 fish. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR SWA- Logan County· . From Sterling at Hwy.14, go 8 miles Non 7th Ave. to CR46, then 2 miles W to CR33, then 1 mile N to property. 264 acres. • HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, photography.. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICilONS: a. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 5 fish, 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. • c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Boating· prohibited Nov. I through last day of regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. 51 �e. Hunting from dam prohibited. f. Target practice prohibited except when authorired by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. • OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County . BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 2lmiles Eon CRS to CR17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd), then l 1/2 miles S to unit LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy.13 to CRS, then 19 miles E to unit. • SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles Eon CRS to unit SLEEPY CAT FISHING EASEMENT (see White RiverO: From Meeker, ·go 17 miles Eon CRS to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit,.blue grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sleepy Cat Ponds Unit and Sleepy Cat fishing ~mentclosed except for fishing. b. Public access prohibited·Dec.1-July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit. . c. Hunting prohi_bited except archery S of CRS, west of CR17, and N and E-of CRIO. d. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. " e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jets_kis prohibited. Boating pennitted only if it does notcre- • . ate white-water wake. . ODD FELLOWS SWA; Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then 5.1 miles Won CR12 io CRIS, then 4.5 · miles Won CRIS to CR5, then 1.5 miles SW on CR5 to CR22, then 2.5 miles o~ CR22 to property. Access also at Irvine SWA..7 mile of river. • • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited b. Hunting prohibited. . c. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures oQly. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 niile NW on CR7 to res. S acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: Discharging fireanns prohibited. ORCHARD MESA SWA -Mesa County a Access only from parking area on C Rd. between 30 and 31 Rds. b. Camping, fires, horses prohibited c. Vehicles prohibited beyond parking area. _d. Closed March 15-July 14 to protect nesting migratory birds. . e. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds or zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for details. • f. No small game hunting allowed. g. Deer hunting by permit only. Penni~ applications availal?le from DOW in Grand Junction, (970) • 255-6100. Permits issued by drawing. Application deadline Aug. 1. • . h. Hunting by bows and shotguns with shotshells only. i. Dogs allowed only as hunting aid. ORDWAY RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles Non Hwy.71 to res. (W of Hwy.). 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping. I , RESTRICTIONS: Discharging firearms prohibited. Osier Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies.and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately.· Overland Trail Pond - Logan County. a Minimum size for smallmouth bass is '2 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. OVERLAND TRAD., SWA - Logan County . From Atwood go .5 mile Sen Hwy.63 to CR16, then E .5 mile to entrance. 192 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squip'el, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, doye, waterfowl. 52 �,,. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Reservations required. Call 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 clays nor less than 2 clays in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause fotfeiture of future ,reservations. Reservations for turkey hunting made through Brush DOW office, (970) 842-6300. b. Property litJuted to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. c. Wildlife viewing only pennitted June I-Aug. 31, on Sat., Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. d. Sept. 1- May 31, hunting permitted only Sat., Sun., legal holidays and opening clays of plains rifle and late rifle deer seasons. On opening day or first Sat., first Sun., and first Wed. of rifle deer seasons, property <;>pen only to deer hunting. . e. Turkey hunting allowed opening clay, Sat., Sun., of turkey season. f. Camping prohibited. • g. Fires prohibited. h. Discharging bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. j. Public access by foot only. • .. • k. Dog training prohibited. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA-Jacb>n County From Walden;go 13 miles SE on Hwy.14 to CR25, then 6 miles SW to property. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir- Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a. Fishing proJtibited as posted. • • • -- PARACHUTE PONDS SWA - Garfield County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Ftres prohibited. . c. Swimming prohibited. d. Float tulles permitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA - Larimer County From town ofRed Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd. to property. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. HUNTING: watetfowl. FISHING: Coldwater lake. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . c. FIShing in inlet (Lone Pine Creek) prohibited from lake upstream to CR74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd.) as posted. d. Boating prohibited except for belly boats for fishing. •e. FIShennen must enter on foot through gate at check station and must check in and out at check station when open. • f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Pass Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RESERVOm SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Hwy.172, then 2 miles S to CR302, then 1 mile S to CR304, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 85 acres. • • • HUNTING: watetfowl _ • • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Ftres prohibited. . •f. Hunting prohibited except Sat., .Sun. and Wed. 53 �Pamare Creek- LaPlata County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. · Pearl Lake - Routt County Including inlet stream for .25 mile above inlet, and outlet stream .25 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum ~ for trout is 2 fish 18 inches long. Pella Crosmig Rec. A~ poncls (Sunset, Heron, Webster ponds) - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County • From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Trail (USFS 928): Ftshing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA - La Plata County . TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles Won Hwy.160 to CR207 (LightQer Creek Rd.), then 2 miles N to CR208. • TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles Won Hwy.160 to Victory Coal Mine, then ;5 mile Non . access trail (through private property). 13,442 total acres, both-tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, turkey, black bear. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk seasons. . b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Public access prohibited E of CR208 and N ofHwy.160, April I-July 15. d. Public access prohibited from last day of deer and elk seasons 1o March 31. e. Snowmobiles prohibited. • f. Fires prohibited. PICEANCE SWA - Garfield & Rio Blanco counties SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), • then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. • . • SQUARE S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 17 miles S to CR26 (Black Sulphur Creek Rd.), then 20 miles W to E entrance boundary. . YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 6 miles S to CR20 (dirt road), then 5 miles W to Yellow Creek Rd. LITTLE HILLS EXPERIMENTSTATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to CR5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 7 miles S to Dry Fork turn-off, follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing; • FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water.· • Piedra River - Archuleta County From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd.631 (Piedra Rd.) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy.160): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Piedra River, East Fork - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Res. (Crystal,-N Catamount & S Catamount)- El Pmo & Teller Ctys. a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. No more than 2 lake trout. • . b. North Catamount Res: artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SWA - Teller County From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road, then 15 miles E to Bison Res. (NE of res.). 635 acres. HUNTING: bighorn sheep. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited April I-July 15. Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. PITKIN SFU - Gunnison County . From Gunnison, go 14 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Quartz Creek Rd., go 14 miles E to Parlin and turn N to Pitkin. Unit is in Pitkin. 48 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing; limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: • • a. Fishing prohibited except in Quartz Ck. �b.- Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA.- Mesa County From Grand Junction, go Eon 1-70 to exit #49, then 8 miles Bon Hwy.65 to Hwy.330, then tum left to Sunnyside Rd., 1/8 mile N to property. 1,346 acres. HUNllNG: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. RES1RICTIONS: Vehicles prohibited Dec. I-Aug. 1. PLAYA BLANCA SWA-Alamosa County RES1RICflONS: Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., and Sat,. Nov. I-Jan. 30. PONY EXPRESS SWA- Sedgwick County j From 1-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go . I mile N on Hwy.385 to CR28, then go 1.5 miles Won CR28 to service road, then go .I mile N to parking lot Or, from Julesburg go ·.7 mile Won Hwy.138 to CR39, then go .9 mile Son CR39 to property. 1,854 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . .c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. . • • d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hwiting. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer ~ n . f. Closed to goose hunting in part of Sedgwick County bounded on, north by US 138, on east by US 385, on south by 1-7~. and on west by Sedgwick Co. Rd. 29. g. Light goose hunting allowed during special control season and any-conservation order for light geese. Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. , . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River - Larimer County • a From Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and wssession_limit for.trout is 2 fish. _ --. b. Section I - from upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and Section II - from west boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downs~ to Pingree Park Road/bridge: I. Artifici~ flies and lures only. . 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, North Fork - Larimer County From Bull Cree~ (above Halligan Res.) upstream to Divide Creek: a Artificial flies and lures only. ., b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, South Fork - Larimer County From Rocky Mountain National Park .downstream I mile: Ftshing prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SFU"- Larimer County . • From Laporte, go 5. miles N on Hwy.287 to Hwy. I4, then 38 miles W to property. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RES1RICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Dogs pp>hibited. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d_. Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. • POUDRE RIVER SWA- Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles Non HW}\287 to Hwy.14, then 1.5 miles W to property. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit • FI.SHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. raft take-out RES1RICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. 55 �b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. •PREWITT RESERVOIR SWA • Logan & Washington counties From 1-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy.6, then 3.3 miles NE to reservoir. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. F~Cll..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. . c. FIShing restricted to dam Oct I through last day of waterfowl season. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of dam. . d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Vehicles limited to 250. • f. Waterskiing prolu"bited. g. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. h. Glass beverage containers prohibited. i. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. j. Camping and fires pennitted as pos~. • le. Hunting prohibited as p<:>sted. I. Boating prohibited Oct 1 through last day of reguhµ- goose season except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl m. Annual or daily use fee pennit required. n. Paintball shooting prohibited. . Prospect Park Lakes - Jellerson County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth b~ is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: . I . Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds #2 and #3 - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir • Pueblo County • a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. . b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for walleye is 4 fish, 18 inches long. c. Underwater spearfishing pennitted July 16-March 14. d. FIShing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March IS-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possess~g filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. • PUEBW RESERVOIR SWA- Pueblo County acres. From Pueblo, go 7 miles Won Hwy.96 to res. 4,100 HUNTING: deer,_rabbit, turkey, dove.waterfowl, scaled quail. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIES: rest room, nab.Ire trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited excg,t shotguns or bows while bunting. c. Fires prohibited. d Field trials may be authoriz.ed Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only~ e. Target practicing prohibited. f. Trapping only by permit PUEBW SFU • Pueblo County . From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd. on Hwy.96 to property. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Dogs.prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. PUE1T RESERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy.184 to CR33, then I mile S to access trail, then 1.5 miles E tores. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: .a. Camping prohibited. . b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. 56 �c. Fues prohibited. Purdy Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be retumed to the water immediately. Only 2 lmgemouth can be more than 15 inches long. . Purgatoire River, Middle and South Fork-· la Animm County In Bosque del Oso _SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish. must be returned to the water immediately, PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA- Bent County From Hwy.50 and Hwy.IOI in Las Animas, go S on Hwy.101, 1 mile to CRI0.75, then S on Rd.10.75 to Rd.EE, the_n W to Rd.9.5, then S 1 mile to property at Reis.DD & 9.5. 960 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail. scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. .. • • QUEENS SWA • Kiowa County • • LOWER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to CRC, then 3.5 miles B to Upper Queens, follow access road S 2 miles to property. . • . UPPER QUEENS: From Bads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to CRC, then 3.5 miles E to property. NEE GRONDA: Fro~ Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to CRC, then 1 mile W to property. NEE SO PAH: Oosed as posted. NEE NOSHB: From Eads, go 11 miles S on.Hwy.287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd., then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 total acres, all properties. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannw~. RECREATION: powerboating, sail boating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs pennitted on Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe and Upper and Lower Queens. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec.I. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens._. .. . d. Hunters in Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at check station when open. e. Public access prohibited as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl Dec. I through last day of waterfowl season as.posted. f. Public access prohibited as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda,.Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season as-posted. Quincy Reservoir-,; Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Minimum size for smallmo_uth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d, Fishing access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Minimum size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA - Eagle, Grand & Routt counties From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles S on Hwy.9 to CRl (Trough Rd. to State Bridge), then 12 miles SW to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. .FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: Hwtting prohibited in designated safety mne as posted. ~TON CREEK SWA - Jefferson County From Golden, go 1 mile N on Hwy. 93 to Golden Gate Canyon Rd. Tum left and go west 13 miles •to the Golden Gate Canyon Staie Parle headquarters. SWA south of Ralston Creek (fonn:erly part of the state park.} 2,100 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping, fires prohibited. . . b. Discharging fireanns prohibited except while hunting. RAMAH RESERVOIR SWA - EI Paso County From Ramah, go 4 miles Won Hwy.24 to res. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. • 57 �·FISIDNG: wannwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: . . a. Boating prohibited Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season except for craft propelled by • hand, wind or electric motor. b.-Camping prohibited. . • c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while huntieg. d. Frres prohibited. e. Water contact activities prohibited. Rampart Reservoir - El Paso County • a. Ice fishing prohibited. . b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish; Ranch Creek, North Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be reblmed to the water immediately. RED DOG SWA- Prowers County • Froni Holly go N on CR35 to RdJJ, then Eon RdJJ 2 miles to property. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. • RED LION SWA - Logan County . From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to CR95, then 1/4 mile N to property. 1,297 acres. . . HUNTING: rabbit, ph~t, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISIDNG: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum si7.e for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum si7.e for crappie is 10 inches long. d. FJShing prohibited on Jumbo Annex Res. except Jan.l-Sept30 when bank and ice ·fishing is allowed in designated areas. • • . e. Boating prohibited. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. ., f. Camping prohibited. • g. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. h. Fires prohibited. . i. Public access prohibited April 15-July 15, as posted to protect nesting waterfowl. j. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. . k. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light geese, goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by CR970, on Eby CR97 (CRI), on S by Hwy.138 and on W by CR95. RED MOUNTAIN SWA - Grand County . RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Nov. 15-April 15. b. Motor vehicl~ prohibited. C. Fires prohibited. d Dogs must oo· on a leash. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos'County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RICHARD SWA - Jackson County Fishing access: from Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, then 8 nµl~ W to CR7, then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA. go to south end of Lake John .to parking lot Hunting access: from Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12W, then 13.7 miles W to parking area. Hunting area E of CR12W. 3,817 acres; 6 miles of river. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. N Fork of North Platte River on Richard SWA: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Camping prohibited. • c. Hunting proluoited within 200 yards of buildings . .58 �Ridgway ·state Park - Ouray County ,..- a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept. I - Dec.31. RIFLE FALI.S SFU - Garfield County • From Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy.325 to property. 600 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. ~TRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. c. Rock-climbing prohibited. . d. Camping prohibited except when authorized by hatchery mgr. e. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas; Riffe Gap - Garfield County a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth· bass is 2 fish, 1S inches long. b. All smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch May I-June 15. c. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for walleye is 3 fish, only I longer than 18 inches. RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA- Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles W on Hwy.64 to property. 383 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. . RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp .. ~CTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass.is 15 inches long b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can.be taken a·day. " c. Waterskiing prohibited March 1 - June 15. cl Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County • a. From waterfall at south Sah Juan Wilderness boundary to headwaters: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral & Rio Grande coundes a. From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to west fence of Masonic Parle: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession and maximum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 12 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From Hwy.149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion strucb.Ire: 1. Artificial flies and.lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. • 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA- Rio Grande County From Monte V1Sta, go 3 miles E on Shennan Ave. to property. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dov~ waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, parking areas. ~CTIONS: a. Frres prohibited. b. Public access prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. c. Camping prohibited except in parking areas with toilets. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing easements) - Rio Grande County ~TRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Public access prohibited except fishing. Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA- Hinsdale County -From Creede, go 35 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.513, then 2 miles NW to the fork, take right fork 200 yards N to res. • • . FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. • ~TRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. 59 �Riverbend Ponds - #1, ttl, #3, #4 #5 - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD CANYON RESERVOIR SWA- Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.520, then 4 miles W to reservoir.. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. fACILlTIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Camping prQhibited. • • Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures. only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin & Garfield counties • a. From Mcfarlane Creek downstream to upper Woody Creek bridge: t Artificial flies only. 2;· All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to Colorado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. c. 50 yards upstream and downstream fyom Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: 1. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15 , and Oct I.;.Nov. 30. · e. From the Crystal River downstream to Colorado River - GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING FORK SWA- Garfield County RESTRICTIONS: a. Campin_g prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging fireanns prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnis()n County From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on the F.ast River to property. 778 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. FJ.Shing prohibited sunset to sunrise. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Target practicing prohibited except in designated areas. e. Discb•g fireanns prohibited in designated safety zone. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROCK CREEK SWA- Routt _County From Kremmling, go 6 miles Non Hwy.4Q to Hwy.134, then.12 miles W over Gore Pass to USFS Rd.206, then 2.5 miles SW to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles~ on Hwy.266, cross bridge, tum Eon CR80.5. 550 acres. Go 1 .25 mile farther E to McClelland tract 662 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited on Melon Valley Tract, except for youths 15 and younger. Youths must be accompanied by m~ntors while bunting. Mentors must be 18 or older and meet bunter education • requirements. No more than 1 mentor per youth. 60 �Rocky Fork Creek - Pitkin County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immedil;ltely. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County a Minimum size largemouth bass for is 15 inches long. . ROEBER SWA - Delta County From Paonia, go 1 mile Son 4100 Rd. (Onarga Ave.), tum left on N80 Lane, go, 2 miles to 4200 Dr., tum right, go I mile to parking lot. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement· c. Dogs prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Public access prohibited from last day of regular big game season through April 30. f. Public access prohibited except hunting or fishing. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR SWA - Teller County From Divide, go 15 miles Son Hwy.67 to Gold Camp Rd. near Victor, then 20 miles E to~20 acres. • • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 a.m. d Boating prohibited. e. Camping prohibited. f. Dogs prohibited. g. Fires prohibited. h. Publi_c access prohibited except by foot from established parking areas. i. Public access prohibited Nov.1-May I0. j. Pub~c access prohibited near dam, caretaker's house and nonh side of res. as posted. k. Picnicldng prohibited. • I. Water contact activities prohibited as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout mus.t be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. RUNYON/FOUNT~ LAKES SWA - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go S on 1-25 to exit 98-A, then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field, then E on Runyon Field Rd . .5 mile to property. 40 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. . FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trail, handicapped'fishing dock. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Public prohibited sunset to sunrise except fishing. e. Water contact activities prohibited. . f. Ice fishing prohibited. RUSSELL LAKES SWA-·Saguache County . . From Saguache, go 9 miles S on Hwy.285 to CRR, then 1.5 miles E to property. 793 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. c. Closed Feb.15-July 15. d. Parking only in established parking areas. 61 �e; Public access prohibited except as. posted. f. Sect. 29 closed during waterfowl season. g. Closed after I p.m. during first waterfowl season. ·Saguache Creek - Saguache County • • From headwaters of the Middle and South Fork tributaries downstream to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial, lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (North) - ~oulder County From Horse Creek downstream to inlet of Buttonrock Res: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Saint Vrain Creek, (South) - Boulder County a. From headwaters downstream to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: I. Fishing prohibited. May I-July 15. San Francisco Creek (Middle, West forks) & West San Francisco Lake'" Rio Grande County_ a On USFS lands, including West San Francisco Lake: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta County • From Hwys.160 anc\ 1.84 downstream through Pagosa Springs to Apache St. and river. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish for all anglers, including youths under 16. SAN LUIS L_AKES SWA -Alamosa County From Alamosa, go 13 miles· N on Hwy.17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd., then 8 miles E to access road, then 1/4 mile,N to property. • HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake; RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited north of buoy line. b. Public access prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line Feb.15-July -15. c. Camping prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line. SAN MIGUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing easement) - San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile S on Hwy.145 to pro~. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From San Luis, go 3 miles E on Hwy.152 to Hwy.242, then 5.2 miles S to property. FISHING: wannwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. ~amping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. b. Hunting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited except for fishing.d. Waterskiing prohibited. • • SAND DRAW SWA - Sedgwick County • From 1-76 at the Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles Son Hwy.385 to CRl6, tum E to CR49, then 1 mile S to property. 209 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RI;:CREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife· mgr. ,Paintball shooting . prohibited. • d. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 years or ·older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting.-One mentor per youth. SANDS LAKE SWA - Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy.291. Property E of hwy., opposite Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. 62 �RES'IRICTIONS: cimping prohibited. SANDSAGE SWA -Yuma County . From Wray, go 4.5 miles W on Hwy.34 to CR35, then .25 mile W to CRCC, then .5 mile S to property. • HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hilcing, wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited. , d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. . . e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prob.I"bited. SAPINERO SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles Won Hwy.SO (access from Hwy.SO at Red Creek, East Elk Creek and Pry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION:. wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited.. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County a Minimum size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass· is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except l and lA c. Dogs must be on 6-foot leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d. Motorized, non-motorized vehicles (inc. bicycles) prohibited beyond designated parking areas. e. Boating and bellyboats prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited. g. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit h. Horseback riding prohibited except on established maintenance roads. i. Public access prohibited midnight to 5 a.m. j. Other activities may be prohibited as posted. • k. Collecting of any kind prohibited except by permit. Second Creek - Delta County a 'Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA- Sedgwick County _ From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.138 to access road, then .5 mile S to property. 885 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. • d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. SEELEY RESERVOIR SWA- Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles N on 35th Ave. to reservoir. 118 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RES'IRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. • • . b. Fishing prohibited except along west shore or from boats l /2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. • c. ·Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Camping prohibited. _ • e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. . . g. Hunting prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA- Conejos County _ . From Manassa, go 3 miles E on Hwy.142 to access road, then .5 mile N to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. •• FISHING: coldwater stream. 63 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. ~ =Fly/lure only; catch and release - return trout to water immediately. [21 = Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. I; 4 § ~ '§ ~ Wigwam P.G. Scraggy View P.G. D k. , .• ec ers , .,, Wigwam Club (private) Cheesman Res. 64 �SOUTH·PLAT-TE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK SPINNEY MTN. RES.: .Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20 inches or longer, no fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise; no ice fishing; . GOLD MEDAL WATER. ' ' ELEVENMILE RES.: 4 trout limit, no more than 2 trout 16 inches or longer, snagging ofkokanee permitted froni Oct.l-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line; only portable ice fishing shelters. allowed. ANTERO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed; no public access on dam, along south and west sltoreline ~d on the island (except for waterfowl hunting). TOMAHAWK SWA: Fishing closure Sept_ 1 - Jan. 31. El =. Flt/lure o_n!Y; catch. and release - return fish to water immeEI diately. GOLD·MEDAL WATER. • . ■ = Fly/lure onlyi all trout between 12. and 20 inches in length must be releasea; 2 trout limit of which no more than. l can be· greater the 20 'inches long; GOLD MEDAL WATER. . ringer ulcli ridge �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Fares prohib°ited. b. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited Feb.15-July 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA- Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles Son Hwy.131 to CRIS, then 7 miles SE to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. , . RECREATION: hiking, wil~e viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. . _SETCIIFIELD SWA- Bent County From Hwys.50 and.101 in Las Animas, talce Hwy.IOI S 16 miles to CRP. Go Won Rd.P 1 mile to • . Rd.11, then S 6 miles on rds.11 and 10 to property. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fares prohibited. Severy Creek - El Paso County • • a Fishing prohibitoofrom headwaters ~ow.nstream to USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA- Jackson County . From Walden, go 14 miles SW on Hwy.14 to CR28, then I mile S to CRH, then 3 miles S to CR288, then .5 mile W to property. 81 water acres. • FISHING: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. • Shadow Mountain Reservoir -·Grand County a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res., inc. Columbine Bay to 1\vin Ck inlet a FJShing prohibited Octl5-Dec.31. b. Snagging prohibited. SBARPJ'AIL RIDGE SWA • Douglas County RESTRICTIONS: a Closed. except to deer and elk hll!)ting by access permit Applicants must have a valid unit 51 public land deer or elk license. Contact the Northeast Region office, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216, (303) 291-7227:Deadline to apply for pemiits Aug. 15. b. Public access restricted to day use only, 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset c. Foot access only. d. Camping prolu"bited. e. Fares prohibited. . f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Sheep Creek - Conejos County ~m headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a Artificial flies and hues only. b: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Sheep Creek, ~ and West Forb - Larimer County Fromheadwaters downstream to Poudre River: a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately; Sherwin Lake - Clear Creek County . a Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish,.16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. Silver Creek Conservation Easement - Grand County RESTRICTIONS: a Public access prohibited from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Motor vehicles prohibited. 66 �c. F'u:es prohibited. d. Dogs must be on a leash at all times: Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and 1~ only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum siz.e is 2 fish, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA- Yuma County RES'IRICTIONS: a. Public ace~ prohibited June 1-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping prohibited. d Fu:es prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited. f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. SIMPSON PONDS SWA- Larimer County · . • ~ · From 1-25 at the Hwy.402 exit (#255), go 2 miles W on Hwy.402 to CR9E, then .5 mile N to property. 44 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. . b. Camping prohibited. . • . • c. Dischmging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting proht"bited. d. Dog training prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. . f. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing or when authoriz.ed by night hunting permit g. Horseback riding prohibited. h. Bicycle riding proht"bited. 63 RANCH SWA - Park County . From Fairplay, 15 miles S on Hwy. 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct on Hwy. 285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, big game. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. • RECREATION: wildlife observation. RESTRICTIONS: a. See South Platte River, South Fork. b. Camping prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SKAGUAY RESERVOIR SWA- Teller County . .. From Victor, go .5 mile Eon CR67 to CR441, then 6.5 miles E to res. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. ~ RES'IRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a y.,hitewater wake. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH RESERVOIR SWA- Costilla County From Blanca, go .5 mile W on Hwy.160 to Airport Rd, then 4 miles S to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing_. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Fishing prohibited Nov. I through end of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. b. Field trials may be authoriz.ed Feb., March, Aug., and Sept • c.. Public access prohibited Feb.15-July 15 on N and E shores. d. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 67 �South Platte Park -Arapahoe County a. Minill!wri size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 1S inches. South Platte River - Douglas; Jefferson, Park & Tuller counties a. From confluence of middle and south forlcs downstream to Spinney·Res. -GOLD MEDAL WATER: • • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res. downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: • 1. Artificial flies and.lures only. 2._ All fish must be returned to the water immediately._ . c. From below Elevenmile Dam downstream 19 Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): 1: Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . d. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property - GOLD MEDAL WATER: • l. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. _e. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2; Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. f._From Sirontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board's Marston diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. • South Platte River, Middle Fork - Park County • . a. From Hwy.9 bridge (4.9 miles north o[ Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and.lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. __ 3. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 • inches. b. Within Tomahawk SWA: 1. Fishing prohibited-Sept 1-Jan. 31. South Platte River, South Fork - Park County a. From Hwy.285 downstream to Antero R~rvoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. .b. From Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: • 1. Fishing prohibited . .c. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to Middle Fork of South Platte. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2.fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REP~UCAN SWA- Yuma County From Burlington, go 21 miles N on Hwy.385 to CRl, theD'3 miles E, 2 miles N and 2 mile& E to property. 13,140 acres. _ HUNTING: deer, rabbit. squirrel, turkey, pheasan~ bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. ._ • . • . FACILITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit • RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug.• and Sept only. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-March, and no more than 1 field trial may be authoriz.ed. Aug.Sepl . . • b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited on downstream f~ of clam· c. Parking for waterfowl hunting permitted only in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting p~hibited as posted. 68 �e. Seining prohibited in Bonny Res. stilling basin and downstteain Oct. I-Jan. 31. SPANISH PEAKS SWA -Las Animas County From Aguilar, go W on the Apishapa Rd.; follow signs to property. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, squirrel, rurkey. 6,450 acres. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited except in established areas. b. Fires prohibited except in designated areas. c. Public access prohibited except from established parking areas. d. Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Reservoir - Park County - GOLD MEDAL WATER NOTE: Water levels lowered in 2002. Check with State Parle office for updates on boat ramp (719) 748-3401. . a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and minimum size for trout is 1 fish, 20 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. • d. Ice fishing prohibited. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on CR59 to property. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SPRING CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go N on Hwy.135 to Almont Tum right on CR742, travel 6 miles to Spring Creek. Tum left on Spring Creek Rd. and go 14 miles to res; • • , • FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usually July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. . STALKER LAKE SWA • Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to CRFF, then 1.5 miles N to access road,.then .5 mile west to property. 75 acres. _• HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. • d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Fires prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. There is private land within SWA-on which hunting is prohibited as posted. Steams Lake - Boulder County • _ a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters downstream to Denver Water Board diversion: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on CR27 to road: RESTRICTIONS: a Public access prohibited as poste<l to prevent road and habitat damage. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA • Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy.184 to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. access 69 �FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing~ FACil..ITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: a Minimum size for smaiimouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping prohibited. c. F.treS prohibited. , d Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County a Artificial ffies and lures only. b. ~ trout must be reb.lmed to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County · a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish 16 fuches·long. c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 miles, fishing ·prohibited Oct l-Jan.31. Swan River (North Fork) - Summit County • a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be reb.lmed to the water immediately. Swem.er Lake - Delta County a Hunting waterfowl permitted on opening day and Sat, Sun., Wed, legal holidays. Sylvan Lake - Eagle County . a Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Sept l-Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Crook exit (#149), go .5 mile Non Hwy55 to property. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail. dove, waterfowl. b.lrkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room. drinking water. RES1RICTIONS: a Tamarack, Pr:onger ponds: Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. ~ b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting._Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fues prohibited except in designated camping area d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Septonly. No more than 3 trials may be authorized Feb.-Marcb and Aug., and no more than 1 in Sept e. Mandatory check station. For reservations to hunt weekends and holidays only, call 1-800846-9543. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than two days in advance. Frrst hunting date available for reservations Nov. l; last date Jan. 18, 2004. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. Person with reservation must bunt on property on reserved date. f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. g. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening of the regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. h. Camping prohibited except in designated area TARRYALL RFSERVOIR SW~ - Park County NOTE: Drained in 2002. Refill date unknown. From Jefferson, go 15 miles SE on CR77 to reservoir. 886 acres (175 surface acres of water.)_ • HUNTING: deer, e~ waterfowl. . FISHING: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: camping. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: a Public access prohibited from dam, spillway and outlet structures, all of Tarryall Creek and dntjned reservoir below the high-water line, and all land and facilities south and west of..Co.Rd.77 except Tarryall Ck. above high-water line as posted. Tuylor Creek, Little - Montezuma County a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be reb.lmed to the water immediately. Tuylor <;reek (North) - Custer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Tuylor Reservoir - Gunnison County • • . a Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited.. c:. Snagging kokanee •pennitted Sept. l-Jan.31. 70 �TAYLOR RIVER SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison. go 10 miles Non Hwy.135 to USFS Rd.742 (faylor River Rd.). then 18 miles E to base of Taylor Res. • FISlilNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. From top of Taylor Dam downstream 325 yards: 1. FISbing prohibited as posted. 2. Public access prohibited. b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to upper boundary of Sam's private property (.4 miles): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Camping prohibited. d Frres prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited. . f. Parking pennitted only in designated areas. 'leller Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long: Tuller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE·RESERVOIR SWA- Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 12 miles S on Hwy.15 to USFS Rd.250, theQ 9 miles W to res. FISlilNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . TETER SWA- Park County • From Jefferson, 2 miles west' on Hwy.285 and then 2 miles north on CR35. 950 acres. HUNTING: big game. waterfowl. FISlflNG: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Paintball shooting proluoited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake-AKA Rainbow Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. .• b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mileCreek-Garfi~dCounty From confluence with Roaring ~ork River upstream 5 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15 -May 15, and Oct 1-Nov. 30. THURSTON RESERVOIR SWA- Prowers County From Lamar. go 9 miles Non Hwy.196 to CRTT, then 1 mile W to CR7, then .25 mile N to res. 173 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, rabbit FISIDNG: warmwater. . RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping. wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps. rest room. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. KrVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d Access to froz:en surface of lake prohibited. e. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. -Tn<MAN BISHOP SWA- Mesa County . a. Public access prohibited during nesting and migratory bird period, March IS-July 14. b. Camping prqhibited. • . c. Hunters must check in and out of entrance station. d Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds or zone identified for each blind Blinds assigned at entrance station and available daily, first come, first served. Max. number of hunters per blind is 4. e. Hunting restric~ to·bows and shotguns with shot-shells·only. f. Deer. and pheasant hunting allowed by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasant Permits issued by drawing; successful applicants notified by mail. Date. time and location of 71 �drawing on application. g. Turkey bunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to bunting. TinJ,berline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only: b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (including Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles Son Hwy.71 to Hwy.IO, then 2 miles E across Tunpas Creek Bridge, then I mile Son CR21, then 1 mile Won CRZ to property. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squinel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife vie~g. RES1RICTIONS: Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA- Park County . From Hartse}, go 5 miles N on Hwy.9, then 5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area. 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing., . RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, Middle Fork. a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. FIShing prohibited Sept I-Jan. 31. Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be. returned to the water immediately. TOTTEN ~VOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Cortez, go 3 1/2 miles Eon Hwy.160 to CR29, then l mile N to reservoir. HUNTING: waterfowl: FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • .a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 1S inches long. l,. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake: c. Camping prohibited. d. Frres prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited in inlet area Sept30 -Jan.20 as posted to protect resting waterfowl. f. Public access prohibited along N shore March 1-May 31. . g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. . Trappers Lake - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2.fish. Trout longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and u~troam for 1/2 mile. d. Fishing prohibited within I 00 f~t of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook trout TREAT/OGDEN SWA - Fremont County From Coaldale, go W on Hwy.50, 2 miles to CR45 tum N and go 1.5 miles to property. FISHING: coldwater in Arkansas River. • 1iinidad Reservoir-· Las Animas County • a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. TRUJILW MEADOWS SWA- Conej~ County • From Antonito, go 36 miles _W on Hwy.17 to USFS Rd. I 18, then 4 miles N to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: rest room, drinking water. RES1RICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. • Turk's Pond - Baca County . a. Hunting prohibited as posted from beginning of first split of waterfowl seasons through last day of waterfowl seasons, in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 ~ 33 in Township 29 South, Range 44 West, 6th. PM. on private property within 1/4 mile surrounding Turk's Pond SWA. 72 �b.. No discharging firearms or arrows from, on or across 50 yds. on each side. of center line of public roads in sections 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 South, Range 44 West. 6th P.M. TURK'S POND SWA - Baca County . From Springfield, go 2 miles Non Hwy.287 to CRHH, then 14 miles E to CR39, then 3.5 miles N to property. 200 acres. • HUNTING: dove. . FISIDNG: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: _ a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. ,b. Camping prohibited. _ _ • . c. Public access prohibited near pond and administrative building except to retrieve downed . waterfowl from opening day of waterfowl season through Feb. 28. Turquoise Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout ·must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for .lake trout is 1 fish. b. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA.; Larimer County From A l l ~ go 4 miles N on Hwy.7 to Meeker Parle (USFS Access Rd.119), 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd.325, then· 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BU'ITFS RESERVOIR SWA - Baca & Prowers Ctys. From Springfield, go 18 miles Non Hwy.287 to CRB.5, then 3 miles E to res. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit. pheasant. bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: warm.water. • • • RECREATION: camping, bilQng, rock cllinbing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps .. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited in Thro Buttes Ponds below dam except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. '.fwo Ledge Reservoir - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompabgre River - Ouray County a. From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: 1. FIShing prohibited, except as posted. b. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . c. From CR23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Dec.31. Union Reservoir- Weld County a. Minim~ size for crappie is 10 inc.hes long. b. Minim.um size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAIL DEER UNDERPASS SWA - Eagle County From Vail, go 4 miles W on S frontage rd. of 1-70 to property. RESTRI€'TIONS: a. Hunting prohtl>ited. b. Public access prolul>ited Nov. I-Jane 15. Valeo Ponds - Pueblo County a. Boating prohtmted including float tubes and inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited. • Valledto Creek - La Plata & San Juan counties a. From ~ of Vallecito Reservoir upstream: 1. Taking kokanee (mcluding snagging) prohtl>ited except Nov.15- Dec.31. b. From headwaters downstream to Weminuche Wilderness boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Valmont Reservoir - Boulder County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. 73 �Vancil Reservoir - Morgan County a. Waterfowl hunting prohibited. Vaughn Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. VERNER SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then 5.1 miles W to CRIS, then .5 mile W to access road. 1 mile of river. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except for fishing. VIKING VALLEY SWA - Gunnison and Saguache counties From Gunnison go E 16 miles on Hwy.SO to Doyleville. Tum Son CR3090, go 1 mile to fork in road, tum right on CR3077, travel 2 miles to property. HUNTING: sage grouse, antelope. FISffiNG: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except when authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, West - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately.. Vuginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and 1~ only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHA'I'.OYA SWA (including Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County From LaVeta, go 1 mile E on Bear Creek Rd. to property. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind. d. Camping prohibited. e. Frres prohibited. Walden Ponds - Boulder County· a. Artificial flies and lures only except Picnic Pond~ b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch except in Picnic Pond. WALDEN RESERVOIR SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to CR12, then .5 mile W to res. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA- Mesa County From Grand. Junction, go 2 miles W on Hwy.6 and 50, tum S on ~ver Rd., .5 mile on River Rd., tum Son gravel access road. 351 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. l-Feb.28. 'b. Closed 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d. Fires, dogs, hunting, camping, trapping prohibited. . e. Waterfowl restricted to established hunt zones. See Waterfowl Brochure for details. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallrnouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD POND SWA - Jefferson County In Denver, at I-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: wannwater. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. 74 �d. Camping prohibited. ~- Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting.prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. g. Hunting prohibited. h. Public access p~hibited except for fishing. i. Dog training-pro~bited. j. Trapping only by permit. .Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. Fishing restricted to youths 15 years or younger. WATSON LAKE SF.U - Larimer County From FtCollins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd. (CR28), 1 mile W to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: limited tours. FACil..ITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Dogs prohibited~ b. Hunting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited along west bank of Poudre River next to employee housing. WATSON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287. to Rist Canyon Rd. (CR52E), 1 mile W to property. •139 acres.· • FISHING: coldwater stream. warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing . . FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Boating prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohl'bited. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. e. Ice skating prohibited. . f. Public access prohibited on northwest side as posted. g. Parking prohibited on south clam. • h. Use or possession of live mjnnows prohibited i. Camping prohibited. j. Closed I hour after.sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. k. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger on Horse Pasture Pond. WEBSTER SWA- Weld County • . From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy.85 to CR394, then 2 1/4 miles W to property..J58 acres. ·HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows, allowed for hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. • c. Fires prohibited. . WELLINGTON RESERVOIR #4, SMITH LAKE SWA - Larimer County. . From I-25 at th~ Wellington exit, go .3 miles Won Hwy.I to CR7, then 1.4 miles N to CR66, then 2 miles W to property. Wellington Res. ·#4 - I 05 -acres. Smith Lake - 30 acres. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating•prohibited if it creates a whi~water wake. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited, d. Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res. #4. e. OHVs prohibited. f. Camping prohibited. • g. Open fires prohibited. h. Public use prohibited 1 hour.after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. i. Snowmobiles prohibited. • WELLINGTON SWA- Larimer & Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 9 miles Non E service-road to CR 64, then 1.S-miles E to unit -• COBB LAKE UNIT: From I-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 5 miles Non E service road to CR56, then 75 �1.4 miles E to unit SCHWARE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit. go 7 miles Non E service road to CR60, then 1 • mile E to unit . • HUNTING: rabbit,.pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: biking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hunt waterfowl. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. , d Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., ~ h 1-14 and Aug. • only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake year-round e. Public access prohibited on Wellington and Schware units March 15-July 15. f. Public access prohibited on Wellington Unit from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except Sat, Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. g. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. Horseback riding prohibited except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. i. Big game hunting· restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. j. Paintball shooting prohibited. WFSf BANK SWA- Garfield County • • S on Hwy.82, tum right at mile marker 5 on CR154. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy.141 Bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Creek: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. West Cnm Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must ~ returned to the water immediately. WEST LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping. FACILITIES: campground, rest room, drinking water. RESlRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand b. Paintball shooting prohibited. WEST LAKE SWA- Mesa County FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. RESlRICTIONS: a Boating prohibit¢. b. Public access prohibited 9 p.m.-7 a.m. c. Water contact activities prohibited. WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA - Garfield <;ounty . From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Hwy.325, turn right, go 6 miles to CR252, then go 1 mile NW to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. • FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESlRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except day after Labor Day-Dec. 31. WIDTE HORSE SWA -Adams County a. Public access prohibited except for youths and mentors for waterfowl hunting only if authorized by area wildlife mgr. for participants in Division's youth hunting program. • White River - Rio Blanco County a. From headwaters (including N and S Fork) of White River downstream to Hwy. 13 bridge below Meeker: • I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2-fish. . . b. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara and Nelson/Prather leases and Meeker pasture SWA east of Meeker: • 7(> �I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be renuned to the water immediately. c. From Piceance Creek downstream to Utah, including Kinney Reservoir: I. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. d. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: • I. Fishing prohibited as posted. WILLIAMS CREEK RESERVOIR SWA- Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd;631, then 30 miles N to res. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterskiing prohibited. b. Sailboards prohibited. Williams Fork Reservoir - Grand County a. Snagging kokanee pennitted Sept I - Dec3 l .. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be renuned to the water immediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: I. Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept 15-0ct 31. Willfams Fork River - Grand County . From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the Colorado River: a Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All trout °'ust be renuned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch • Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. FJ.Sbing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) • Moffat County a. Artificial flies and lures -only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned. to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA- Gm.nd County From Granby, go 2 miles Won Hwy.40. Property is on Hwy.125.100 acres. FACILITIES: picnic tables, toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Dogs prohibited beyond parking area. b. FIShing prohibited. c. Discharging fireanns prohibited. d Camping prohibited e. Fires prohibited. f. Public access prohibited outside viewing area. g. Public access prohibited sunset to sunrise. h. Hunting prohibited. i. Trapping prohibited. Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only~ b; All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. WOODHOUSE SWA - Douglas County RFS1RICTIONS: Closed. WOODS LAKE SWA- San Miguel County From Telluride, go 13 miles Won Hwy.145 to USFS Rd618 in Fall Creek, then 9 miles S to property. 160 acres. • FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. · RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. · FACILITIES: rest room. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and li.µ-es only.' b. Boats prohibited except if propelled _by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. • • WRAY SFU - Yuma County -. From Wray, go 2 miles W on Hwy.34 to CR FF, then 2 miles N to property. 355 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. 77 �RES1RICTIONS: . b. Camping prohibite<J except E of Yuma Co. Rd. FF on Chief Ck. c. Dogs prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Wright Lake - C~ee County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • • WUANITA WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA- Gunnison County a. Camping prohibited. • . b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except when inside a vehicle. d. Fires prohibited. e. 1htsh must be packed out Yampa River - Routt County a. From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: 1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. b. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck excluding Catamount Lake: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout.is 2 fish. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. c. From Walton Ck. downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge in Steamboat Springs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All trout must be returned to the water imrnooiarely. d. From James Brown (Soul Center of Universe) bridge to Hwy.394 bridge near Craig: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. From headwaters of Yampa River downstream to Green River: 1. No ~ and IX;)SSe8Sion limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern •pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead and crappie. YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a. Camping prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. Youngs Creek Res. #1, 2, 3 - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma Qty Lake - Yuma County . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and· lures only. b. FISbing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. I-July 31. c. All tro~t must be returned to 'the water immediately. 78 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Adams County Grandview Ponds Lowell Ponds White Horse Alamosa County Hjgel Playa Blanca San Luis Lakes Archuleta County Devil Creek • :Echo Canyon Res. Baca County Burchfield Turk's Pond 1\vo-Buttes Res. (also Prowers Cty.) Bent County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Kiowa Cty.) Horse Creek Res. (also Otero _Cty.) John Martin Res. Las Animas SFU Purgatoire River Setchfield Boulder County Gross Res. Chaffee County Arkansas RivJSalida (also Lake Cty.) Big Bend Chalk Cliffs SFU Clear Creek Res. FranzLake Harmon Heckendorf Johnson Village Mount Ouray SFU. Mount Shavano SFU Sands Lake Clear Creek County Bergen Peak (also Jefferson Cty.) Mount Evans Conejos County Conejos County Ponds Conejos River Hot Creek La Jara Res. La Jara Sego Springs Terrace Res. Trujillo Meadows Costilla County Mountain Home Res. Sanchez Res. Smith Res. Crowley·County Lake Henry Meredith Res. Olney Springs Res. • -Ordway Res. Custer County De Weese Res. Middle Taylor Creek Delta County Escalante (also Mesa, Montrose Ctys.) McCluskey· Roeber Dolores County Fish Creek Groundhog Res. Lone Cone Lone Dome (also Montezuma Cty.) . Douglas County Chatfield SFU Cheesman Res. (also Jefferson Cty.) Columbine SharptailRidge Woodhouse Eagle County Basalt (also Pitkin Cty.) Eagle River Gypsum Ponds Radium - (also Grand, Routt Ctys.) Vail Deer U~derpass El Paso County . Ramah Res. Fremont County Beaver Creek Brush Hollow Treat/Ogden Garfi~d County Crystal River SFU Fravert Reservoir Garfield Creek Glenwood Springs SFU Hunt Parachute Ponds Piceance (also Rio Blanco Cty.) Rifle Falls SFU Roaring Fork .. West Bank West Rifle Creek Gilpin County Ralston Creek (also Jefferson Cty.) Grand County Hot Sulphur Springs Junction-Butte Kemp-Breeze _ Radium (also Eagle, Routt Ctys.) . Red Motinlain Wmdy Gap Watchable Wildlife Area.-. Gunnison County Almont Triangle Beaver Res. (Minnesota Creek) Beaver Lake (Marble) Cabin Creek Centennial Cimarron (also Montrose Cty.) Dutch Gulch Gunnison Gunnison River (Van Tuyl & Redden) 79 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Lake Irwin Leaps Gulch PitkinSFU Roaring Judy SFU Sapinero Spring Creek Res. Taylor River Vtldng yaney (also Saguache Cty.) Wuanita Watchable Wildlife Area Hinsdale County Brown Lakes Cebolla Lake Fork of the Gunnison River Rito Hondo Res. Road Canyon Res. Williams Creek Res. Huerfano County Huerfano Wahatoya -Jackson County Brownlee Cowdrey Lake Delaney Butte Lakes • DiamondJ Irvine Lake John Manville Mwphy Odd Fellows Owl Mountain Richard Seymour Lake Verner Walden Res. Jefferson County Bergen Peak (also Oear Creek Cty. Ralston Creek (also Gilpin Cty.) Ward Pond • Kiowa County Adobe Ck. Res. (also Bent Cty.) Queens Kit Carson County Flagler Res. La Plata County ·Bodo Durango SFli Haviland Lake Pastorius R!s. PerinsPeak Lake County Arkansas RivJSalida (also Chaffee Cty.) Hallenback Ranch . Larimer County Bellaire I,.ake 80' Belivue. SFU Big Thompson Ponds Bliss Boedecker Res. Cherokee • Dixon Lake Douglas Res Dowdy Lake Forks . Frank (also Weld Cty.) Hohnholz Lakes Lon Hagler LonetreeRes. Narrows North Fork Parvin Lake Poudre River SFU Poudre River Simpson Ponds Storm Mountain Access Road 1\vin Sisters Watson Lake SFU Watson Lake .. Wellington Res.#4 & Smith Lake Wellington - (also Weld Cty.) West Lake L a s ~ County Apisbapa • Bosque del Oso James M. John Lake Dorothey North Lake Spanish Peaks Lincoln County Hugo . Karval Res. Kinney Lake Logan ~ounty· Atwood . Bravo • Duck Creek Dune Ridge . Jumbo Res. (also Sedgwick Cty.) Messex (also Washington Cty.) North Sterling Res. Overland Trail Prewitt Res. (also Washington Cty.) Red Lion Tamarack Ranch Mesa County Com Lake Escalante (also Mesa. Montrose Ctys.) Horse Thief Canyon Jerry Creek Res �LIST OF STATE ~DLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Loma Boat Launch· Orchard Mesa Mogensen Ponds Plateau Creek Ttlman Bishop Walker West Lake Mineral County Alberta Parle Res. • Big M~ows Res. Coller (also· Rio Grande Cty.) Creede Moffilt County Bitter Brush Browns Park Elkhead Lake (also Routt Cty.) little Snake Montezuma County Dolores River .Joe Moore Res. Lone Dome (also Dolores Cty.) Nmaguinnep Res. Puett Res. Summit Res. Totten Res. . Montrose County Billy Creek (also Ouray Cty.). Chipeta Lakes . Cimarron (also Gunnison Cty.) &calante (also Delta, Mesa Ctys.) • Morgan County • • Brush Prairie Pon¢, Brush Cottonwood Elliott Jii_ckson Lake Jean K. Tool Otero County Holbrook Res. . •Horse Creek Res. (also Bent Cty.) Melon Valley Rocky Ford Tunpas_ Creek Ouray County Billy Creek (also Montrose Cty.) Park County Alma AnteroRes. Badger Basin James M. Jones Knight-Imler \ 63 Ranch Spinney Mountain .Tanyall R~. Teter Tomahawk Phillips County Frenchman Creek Holyoke Pitkin County Basalt (also Eagle Cty.) Co.keOven • Prowers County • Arkansas River Deadman Granada Holly Mike Higbee RedDog •Thurston Res. 1\vo Buttes Res. (also Baca Cty.) Pueblo County Lake Beckwith PuebloSFU Pueblo Res. Runyon/Fountain Lakes Rio Blanco County • • Jensen Meeker Pasture Oak.Ridge • Piceance(also Garfield Cty.) Rio Blanco Lake Rio Grande County Beaver Creek·Res. Coller (also Minerai Cty.) Home Lake Rio Grande Rio Grande (Del Norte) Routt' County Adams Christina (Elk.River) Chuck Lewis Elkhead Lake (also Moffat Cty.) Emerald Mountain Finger Rock SFU Indian Run . Radium (also Eagle, Grand Ctys.) Rocle Creek • Service Creek Yampa River Saguache County •, Cochetopa Dome Lakes Russell Lakes • Viking Valley (also Saguache Cty.) San Juan County Andrews Lake 81 �San Miguel County Ory Creek Basin Miramome Res. San Miguel Woods Lake Sedgwick County Julesburg Jumbo Res. (also Logan Cty.) Pony Express Sand Draw Sedgwick Bar Summit County Blue River Teller County . Dome Rock Pikes Peak Rosemont Res. Skaguay Res. Washington County Messex (also Logan Cty.) Prewin Res.(also Logan Cty.) Weld County Banner Lakes Brower Centennial Valley Frank (also Larimer Cty.) Kodak Watchable Mitani-Tokuyasu Nakagawa Seeley Res. Webster Wellington (also Larimer Cty.) Yuma County Sanclsage Simmons South Republican Stalker Lake WraySFU RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on hunting information (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope .. .. ....... .. ... . ...............291-7529 Fishing .............. . ....... . ...... . . ........... 291-7533 Small Game ... . .. ............ . .. . ........... . . . .. 291-7546 Upland Grune & Turkey .. . . . ........... . ... . ........ 291-7.547 Waterfowl ............. . . . ........................ 291-7548 Hunter Education . ........ . . .. .. .............. .. ... 291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses ................... .. ... . .291-7528 For a lisl of recorded information, call 303-297-1192. OPERATION GAME TIDEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW's law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don't have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend o~ a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-800332-4155 toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 82 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Nnllve) Trout • Cu1throa1 have a crimson slash on either side of the throat bcncalh the lower jaws. The greenback cu1throa1 trom is Colorado's official st"1e fish. Mountain Whltelish • The mouth is smaller than a trout's, nnd mouth does not extend to below center of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout • Sponing panem is made up of black spo1s and red-orange spots inside lighl blue circles. White Croppie • Have six spines on dorsal fin and banded body. Black crappies have 7-9 spines on dorsal fin and a mo1tled body. Rainbow Trout • ldenlifying mnrks nrc black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye • Have large. well-<leveloped canine teeth and lurge eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout • Pectoral. pelvic nod anal fins often orange, edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spols inside blue circles. LargemouU1 Bass • Upper jaw extends beyond eye and oOen has horizontal stripe exlending tl1e length of body. Kokanee Salmon • At the end of their thin! summer. females develop a red-gray-white pattern. Males develop hook jaw and tum brick red. SmnllmouU1 Bass • Upper jaw does not exlend beyond eye and fish usually has vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) • Has a white, irregular spot pancm on dark body. Vcriform markings over back and bead. Unlike other trout. they have u deeply indented tail fin. Wiper · A hybrid between "'.hile bass and striped bass. Full-color photos of these fish are on our website and are featured in the Division's Fishing Map, available at DOW offices. 83 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Qivision of Wildlife's Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promotes conservation. The program has two categories: fish that are kept and fish that are released. The awards are based on lengths of fish rather than weight so that fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive matching lapel pins. An angler can win multiple certificates but only one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible: Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of the catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. 1\vo witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway. Denver, 80216, or from DOW website. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ....................Length (inches) ......Species ..........................Length Rainbow trout ..................24 ................................Brown trout ............................ 22 Brook trout ........................ 16 ................................Cutthroat trout ........................ 20 Golden trout ...................... 16 ................................Lake trout ................................ 32 Splak.e ................................20 ................................Arctic char .............................. 18 Kokanee salmon................ 20 ................................Grayling .................................. 15 Northern pike .................... 36 ................................Tiger muskie ..........................40 Wallcye ..............................26 ................................Saugeye .................................. 26 Yellow perch .................... 12 ................................Largemouth bass .................... 18 Smallmouth bass .............. I 7 ................................Wiper ...................................... 28 White bass ..................,. .... 17 ................................Bluegill .................................... 10 Crappie .............................. 15 ................................Channel calfish ...................... .30 Blue catfish ......................30 ................................Black bullhead ........................ 14 Common carp.................... 30 ................................Grass carp,. ..............................30 84 �FISHING OR HUNTING GUIDE When you subscribe to Colorado Outdoors Magazine As the official mag-azine of tbe Division of WildLife, Colorado Outdoors provides unique insight into our wildLife resources as well as up-to-da_te coverage of hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Keep up LO date with hunting season dates, regulation reviews, new state fish records and more. Master the outdoor skills you've always wanted by getting tips from the experts - wildlife professionals devoted to providing you with the best where-to and how-to information. Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, watching wildlife or just like reading about our great state, Colorado Outdoors magazine is for you. You'll receive six informationpacked magazine issues plus your choice of a 40-page fishing or hunting guide free. (You can gel both guides by sending the cost of a subscription plus an extra $2.50 for one-year or $3.50 with a two-year subscription). The Fishing Guide is available in May. The Hunting Guide is available in August. ...---------------, II YES! 0 O I I I METHOD OF PAYMENT I I I I I Colorado Outdoors, P.O. Box 7828, Red Oak, IA 51591-0828 .._ Enter a Colorado Outdoors subscription for me and reserve my fishing or hunting guide. New Subscription Renewal Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ City _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ State _ _ _ _ _ _ Zip _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Daytime Phone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Charge my O Visa O MasterCard Payment enclosed $_________ Account No. Signature _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Exp. Date _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ O I Year - $ I0.50 0 I Year - $13 O 2 Year - $ 19 0 2 Year - $22.50 Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. MFPA4 Send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. Please send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. I I I 1 I I I I I _____________ _.J 1 1-800-417-8986 • Division of Wildlife information: (303) 297-1192 �Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE • • • (i060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 • (303) 297-1192 • wildlife.state.co.us •-=-- • ·- - ►."'' J ·°' ( � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/71a9e14c182507b58070e523d1ca0e6f.pdf 1ed525f660dbd011a14e82c690160931 PDF Text Text e ., RADO ISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297 - 1192, www.wildlife.state.co.us �Wildlife Management Public Education Advisory Council Sportsmen educating non-sportsmen Your help is needed to support a media-based education program designed to inform the non-hunting public on the importance and benefits of wildlife management. Make your check payable to: Wildlife Management Education Fund 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 ~ L'71DII Printed for free disuibution by the COLORADO DMSION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1 192 mo - Sime Relay Number: 1-800-659-2656 www.wildlife.state.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees. Prin1ed January 2002, 400,000 copies. By Publication Printers, Denver Cover pholo by Tom TietL The Wildlife Commission sets fishing season and land and water regulations al its Sept. meeting. Wildlife Commissioners (as of Sept.'2002): Rick Enstrom, chair; Roben Shoemaker, vice chair; Marianna Raftopoulos, secretary; Tom Burke, member; Brad Phelps, member; Philip J. James, member; Olive Valdez, member; Bernard Black, member; Jeffrey Crawford. member; Greg Walcher, ex-officio member; Don Ament, ex-officio member. The Colorado Division of Wildlife of the Depanment of Natural Resources prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and public participation in its programs and services. For infonnation or to register a complainl, contacl the Colorado Division of Wildlife. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure ore parapbrascd for easier understanding and are in1endcd only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing al DOW offices. I O Ill , I~ II INC , r11F • 0 .t TI,_.(;_ ,t , , 0 SH1·,aos.ueNT Water Works Wonders is the theme of a nationwide program to encourage citizens to fish and boat. Fishing can work its magic for yon! Ask someone to go fishing_ this year and enjoy all that Colorado has to offer. �TABLE OF CONTENTS Fishing Season Dates ........................................ .. l DOW Service Centers ......................................... 2 What's New for 2003 ......... . .... . ..... ... ............ . ..... . 3 License Fees . . .......... .... ....... .. ......... . ......... ..... 3 New Licensing System............................. .. .......... 3 License Requirements . . ..... . ...... . .. . .... .. .... . ............ 4 Residency Qualifications........ ..... . .. .. ...... .............. . 4 Free Fishing Licenses.... . ..... ..... .. ......... ... .. . ........ 4-5 Definitions ........ .. ........ .......... .... . ................. 5 Legal Methods of Take... .. ...... . .. ..............•.. . ....... 5-6 Special Conditions and Restrictions ....... .... ................. 6-8 Chununiog.. ............ .. . .. .. . ... . ....... .. ......... . .... 6 Toxicants, Poisons .... . ... . ...... ... . . ...... . ........ . .. ..... 6 Ice Fishing . .. ............... ...... .... ........ ... .... .. . . .. 6 Bait Fish ..................... ... ......... .... ............. 6 Threatened and Endangered Species .. .......................... 7 Restricted Use Species........................................ 7 Prohibited Species ....... .... ...... ........... . ... .. ........ . 7 Fishing Contests . ................ . ...... .. ... .. ............. 7 Releasing Tagged Fish ......... ...... ......................... 7 Illegal Transfer of Fish ....................................... 7 Donating Fish ........... . .......... . .... . ... .... ........... 8 Transporting, Exporting Fish ........... . ...................... 8 Other Land Use Rules .. . ..... .. ............................. 8-9 Bag and Possession Limits ............... ...... ............. 10-11 Use Fees Required .... . ..... .... .... ...... .... ..... .......... 11 DOW Property Regulations ......... .. ...................... 11-12 Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties . .. ... . . ...... ... . . ..... 13 List of State Wildlife Areas by County ......... .. .......... ... 79-82 Recorded Information . ...... .. ................... ... ... .. .... 82 Popular Colorado Sportfish .............................. .. ... 83 Colorado Master Angler Program ........... . .................. 84 Jan. 1 - Dec. 31 FISHING SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amph.ibians, mollusks and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise provided in this brochure. Free Fishing Days You can fish in Colorado without a license only on the.first full weekend of June, each year. All other rules and regulati ons apply. �DOW SERVICE CENTERS DOW Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, 80216 (303) 297-1192 Denver Svc. Ctr. 6060 Broadway Denver. 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Svc. Ctr. 317W. ProspectAve. Fort Collins, 80526 (970) 472-4300 Brush Svc. Ctr. 122 E. Edison, Box 128 Brush, 80723 (970) 842-6300 West Region Svc. Ctr. 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction. 81S05 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Svc. Ctr. 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose. 81401 (970) 2S2-6000 Glenwood Springs Svc. Ctr. 50633 Hwys. 6 & 24 Glenwood Springs. 81601 (970) 947-2920 Gunnison Svc. Ctr. 300 W. New York Ave. Gunnison. 81230 (970) 641-7060 Durango Svc. Ctr. 151 E. 16th St. Durango, 81301 (970) 247-0855 Meeker Svc. Ctr. 73485 Hwy. 64 Meeker, 8 1641 (970) 878-6090 Hot Sulphur Sptings Svc. Ctr. 346 Grand County Rd. 362 Hot Sulphur Springs, 80451 (970) 725-6200 Steamboat Spgs. Svc. Ctr. 925 Weiss Dr. Steamboat Spgs .. 80477 (970) 870-2197 Southeast Region Svc. Ctr. 2126 N. Weber Colorado Springs, 80907 (719) 227-S200 Pueblo Svc. Ctr. 600 Reservoir Road Pueblo. 81005 (719) 561-5300 Lamar Svc. Ctr. 1204 E. Olive Lamar, 81052 (719) 336-6600 Salida Svc. Ctr. 7405 Hwy. 50 Salida. 81201 (719) 530-5520 Monte Vista Svc. Ctr. 0722 S. Road l E. Moote Vista, 81144 (719) 587-6900 www.wildlife.state.co. us 2 �WHAT'S NEW FOR 2003 Greenback Cutthroat Restrictions - Bear (El Paso County), Graneros, and Hayden creeks now are closed Lo all fishing Lo protect greenback cutthroat trout. Taylor Creek (Nortb) is restricted to catch and release fishing by artificial mes and lures only. See Alphabetical Listing for details. State Wildlife Area Changes - Several SWAs have new property restrictions. including Adobe Creek, Gunnison River, Horse Creek Res., and Thurston Res. state wildlife areas. See Alphabetical Listing for details. The Division of Wildlife's fishing brochure is brought to you courtesy of Colorado's hunters and anglers who paid for it through their license fees. PAID FOR BY Sportsmen LICENSE FEES Resident Licenses Annual ....................................................................................................................$20.25 Combination Fishing & Small Game ....................................................................$30.25 bom after 1948. you mu~L show bunter education card fiisl.) Senior Annual Fishing ............................................................................................$10.25 (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) ar Nonresident Licenses Annual ....................................................................................................................$40.2-5 A,•ailable to Residents and Nonresidents Five-Day Licen~e ............................................................................. .....................$18.25 One-Day License................................................................................. :....................$5.25 Second Rod Stamp ..................................................................................................$4.00 The second rod st.amp is available to licensed residents and nonresidents and to persons um.ler 16 years, whether licensed or unlicensed. Youth small game. forbearer & fishing (under 16) ......... ., .......................................$1.00 *Costs indude a. 25-cent search and rescue fee. NEW LICENSING SYSTEM During 2003, the DOW and license agents will begin using point-of-sale computer tenuinals to sell hunting and fishing licenses, and offer licenses over the internet and by telephone. Conservation Certificates will he phased out (don't throw yours away yet), and licenses will have a completely new look. License agents now will be able to provide you with licenses for which you're eligible, as well as other services, such as replacing licenses. Anglers who purchase licenses by phone or internet can use credit cards. In most cases, your license will he mailed within 10 days. For licenses not requiring carcass tags or waterfowl stamps, an authorization number will be issued, which allows you to hunt or fish the same day of purchase. Any time you want to buy a license, your address can be updated, and your eligibility will he checked. Eligibility issues include license suspensions, age, child support delinquency, licenses currently held and other regulations that apply. Check progress on the new licensing system on our website, www.wildlife.state.co.us. 3 �LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1 •1. A fishing license is required for people 16 years or older to take fish, amphibians and crustaceans except as noted in this brochure. 2. Children under 16 don't need a fishing license, but may take only half the legal limit. When the bag and possession limit is 1, people under 16 can take 1 fish. When half the limit results in a fraction of a fish, round the limit to the next whole number. • 3. Children under 16 can take the full daily bag and possession limits if they buy an adult fishing license or a youth small game, forbearer and fishing license. A licensed angler doesn't need to accompany a youth. No mentor required. 4. You may use a .second rod, handline or tipup if you buy a second rod stamp, sign it and attach it to your fishing license. (a) Youths under 16 years who are not required to have a fishing license still must have a second rod stamp that is signed. (b) Second rod stamps are nontransferable. (c) A second rod stamp not required when using trotlines or jugs only. 5. To collect fish, amphibians and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine, you must have a $20 commercial fishing license. Applications available from the DOW. Commercial fishing license holders must submit an annual report to the DOW within 30 days of expiration of license. 6. Licenses expire on the date printed or written on them. Licenses nontransferable. False state·ments made in buying a license render it void, and violators are subject to penalties. Lost or destroyed licenses can be replaced by buying another at a license agency or DOW office or by filling_out a lost license affidavit. 7. Violations of wildlife laws have a specific· point value. Anyone who accumulates 20 or more points in 5 years may have their license privileges suspended for up to 5 years. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS Anyone who meets at least one of these qQalifications is considered a resident of Colorado for a fishing license: • 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in. Colorado for at least six months immediately before buying a license and who intends to make Colorado home. (Except #2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed semces personnel, servicemen of U.S. allies, personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on permanent active duty orders. The dependents of these people-also qualify. Active duty does not include personnel in reserve status or the National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six moqths immediately before purchasing a license, including students who· are , temporarily absent from state but enrolled full ~e at a Colorado college or university. f!ris .FREE FISHING LICENSES Applications for free licenses can be obtained at DOW offices. Send completed applicattol)s to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Free licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. People in these categories are eligible for a free fishing license: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces . hospital or convalescent station in Colorado. 2. Resident patients at a Veterans Administration (V.A.) hospital. 3. Resident patients .of a state-mental institution or other mental health institution under the supervision of its staff. 4. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled as determined by the Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. You must provide either: a. Social Security award papers documenting a permanent and total disability. If the documents do not specify ''totally and permaqently disabled," you must provide documentation that Social Security benefits began 7 or more years ago; • b. Or, a physician's statement attesting y~u have a physical or mental impairment that prevents gainful employment and that is reasonably certain to continue through your lifetime; c. Or, a Colorado Division of Workers' Compensation ''FinalAdmission·ofLlability" form indicating you are totally and permanently disabled. S. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. A disabled veteran is a person who served on active duty in the armed forces, separated under honorable conditions and has established to the DOW a service--connected disability rated by the V.A. at 60% or more through disability retire- 4 �ment benefits or a pension because of a public statute administered by the V.A. or the Army, Navy or Air Force. People meeting this requirement may obtain a free lifetime resident combination small game hunting and fishing license. 6. Colorado residents on active duty with the U.S. armed forces outside the state can fish free without buying a license while here on temporary leave from duty, not to exceed 30 days a year. You must carry your official leave papers with you when fishing. DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of, or a combination of, materials such as wood, plastic, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. It also doesn't include devices smaller than 1-1/2 inches long with scents or smell attractants attached. Molded plastic devices less than 1-1/2 inches long also are not considered artificial, as well as foods; organic bait such as worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows and fish eggs; and manufactured baits such as imitation fish eggs, dough baits and stink baits. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish or other material which fish might eat in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn't include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: An effort to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusk, including using hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. GAME FISH: All fish species except nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes brown trout, cutthroat trout, (except greenbacks), golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid) brook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee, whitefish,. sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped bass and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie or any muskellunge hybrids, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids), rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill. bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, flathead catfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, top.minnows or min- oo~ I GIG: Barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. MINNOW: Members of families offish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (giZ7.ard shad) . except those designated as nongame. threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: Stream where water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other water channels are not natural streams. NET: Seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks. PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under the control of a person nearby. • COMMON BOOK: Hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. Hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. • SIZE OR LENGTH: Length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net hanging vertically in water and used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: Single, anchored line with float on each end from which droplines are attached. LEGALMETHODSOFTAKE Methods not listed below are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks attached. 2. TROTLINES: (a) Permitted only on waters -stated in this brochure. (b) 1 trotline per license holder. (c) They must be anchored and marked at each end of the line with floats, be no more than 100 feet long and be weighted to place line a min. of 3 ft under water. Trotlines can have no 5 �more than 25 droplines. (d) No more than 3 barbed hooks are allowed on a common hook on each dropline. (e) Trotlines must be tagged with user's name, CC number and date set. (f) Trotlines must be checked at least once every 24 hours. 3.JUGS: (a) Permitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (b) 10 jugs per license holder. Each jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook attached. (c) Jugs must be tagged with user's name and CC number. (d) Jugs must be personally checked at least once an hour. 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs are permitted for taking carp, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers unless otherwise stated in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" of this brochure. Other game fish can be taken only when authorized in specific waters listed in "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" of this brochure. Lake trout cannot be taken by underwater spearfishing. (b) Underwater spearfishing: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. . (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of float bearing the National Divers' Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached by a safety line a max. of 10 feet long. (c) Archery and gigs can be used to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during specific times listed in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" in this brochure. Other species of fish that are snagged must be returned to the water immediately.. 6. SEINES, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or only when authorized for emergency salvage. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions." • • (b) Seines must be made of 1/4-inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines shall not exceed 20 ft. long by 4 ft. deep. 7. BY HAND OR DIP NETS: (a) Allowed for bullfrogs, crayfish and gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or any other methQd approved by DOW when emergency salvage of fish has been approved. (c) Hand-held dip nets may be used for fish taken according to baiting restrictions below. 8. LIVETRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots, can be used only for crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as an aid in fishing. 10. BAIT: Legal if used as an aid in fishing, except by chumming. SPECIAL CONDmONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prolu"bited. 3. ICE FISIDNG: Some waters may be restricted by city or other local laws. Unless otherwise stated, all waters open to ice fishing with these restrictions: (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Fires on ice must be enclosed in container. (c) No litter may be left on ice. (d) Portable ice fishing shelters (where permitted) must be removed from ice at end of day. (e) Pennanent shelters (where permitted), owner or user must display his/her name, address, telephone and license number legibly in contrasting colors on outside and on shore side of shelter. Letters must be min. 2 inches high. 4. BAIT FISH: (a) Use and possession of live fish for bait prohibited east of Continental Divide above 7,fXXJ feet, on Aikansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties, and at Watson Lake SWA in Larimer County. Using and possessing live fish for bait prohibited west of Continental-Divide except in Navajo • Reservoir. (b) Taking bait fish prohibited statewide in all narural streams, springs and all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Parle counties and all 6 �standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in Rio Grande drainage. This does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. (c) The only fish species that can be taken alive or dead for consumption or personal use as bait are oµnnows (except those listed as threatened and endangered listed below), bluegill, hybrid bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad. sculpin, white and longnose suckers (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited), yellow perch ancf rainbow smell Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. (d) The only species that can be taken for commercial use are: minnows (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited); gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited); and carp (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited). See ''Restricted Use Species." • (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait Iii waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use (commercial permit required), min. si7.e for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between eyes) to the telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and traps must be labeled wfth name, address and license number of license holder. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, by hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light can be used. (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, by hand, traps, seines, nets. 5. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIBS: It is illegal to take these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, ramrback sucker. Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner. northern redbelly dace. .souther redbelly dace. plains minnow, suckennouth minnow, lake chub, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout If caught, these species must be returned to the water imniediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout permitted in specific waters and with restrictions explained in this brochure. • (a) Co~orado Pikeminnow (squawfish): olive-green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend past its eye: Populations limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa. (b) Bonytaik: large fins and streamlined body tapering in front oftail. Close to extinction in the wild, last sighted in Colorado River. near Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. (c) Humpback Chubs: prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind the head, small eyes, thin section in front of tail and long snout Largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National Monument • (d) Razorback Suckers: bony, keel-edged hump that rises on back just behind head Limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. 6. RESTRICTED USE SPECW: It is illegal to possess or harvest for private or commercial use: bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, rouncltail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains minnow, plains topminnow, suckermouth minnow, brassy minnow, stoneroller, common shiner, river shiner, stonecat, plains oranget!m>at darter, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, Iowa darter, lake chub, flathead chub, Arkansas River speckled chub, mollusks, wood frog, plains leopard frog and northern leopard frog. , 7. PROHIBITED SPECmS:. The following species or their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and their habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release any of these species: piranha; t:rahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; waJking catfish; tilapia; bighead carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels. 8. FISIDNG CONTESTS: FISbing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing without approval by the DOW. Application and a nonrefundable $20 fee must be paid to DOW at least 60 days before contest Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. FISbing contests not permitted on streams, rivers, other flowing water or Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout permitted only on waters with more than 200 surface acres and managed primarily as a catchable fishery: All regulations apply. Public fishing areas will stay open _to public fishing without charge regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by the DOW exempt 9. RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish other than for approved contests into public waters. DOW can release fish for research and management Togged or marked fish also can be released in public waters for scientific research projects with written application and approval by DOW at least 30 days before release. 7 �10. Il..LEGAL TRANSFER OF F1SH: It is illegal for anyone other than the DOW or someone with an aquaculture license, stocking permit or private or commercial lake license to stock or release fish species into waters of the state. Illicit stocking is a _growing problem and can have far-reaching effects on fish populations. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fishes through predation and competition, and often J1arm recovery of native fish. They also have had detrimental effects on sport fisheries. It is illegal to move fish from one water to another. 11. DONATING FISH: Echble portions of game fish may be donated to a like-license holder anywhere or to another person at the recipient's home. Donor and recipient subject to bag and possession limits. Recipient has a ''like-license" if he/she has a Colorado fishing license. 12. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING F1SH: Wildlife in this brochure, or any portion of game fish, transported or exported within or from this state, must be accompanied by license holder. Wildlife shipped by common carrier must be accompanied by the license or photocopy of license and donation certificate if needed. 13. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger of being lost, notice will be given that fish can be taken by licensed anglers by hand, dip nets or methods approved by DOW. 14. RELEASING F1SH YOU CATCH: FJSh to be released MUST be released alive immediately in the same water where caught Returning fish alive is not simple. Th~ are ways of handling fish that can kill them. Follow these steps to ensure the best chance of survival for the fish: (a) Do not play fish to exhaustion. (b) Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing hook. (c) Remove hook gently; do not squeeze fish or place your fingers in gills. (d) If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull hook out (e) Release fish only after its equilibrium has recovered. If necessacy, gently hold fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release fish in quiet water. (t) In catch-and-release waters, strongly consider baxbless hooks. OTHER LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Federal and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, bot not through the hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Only people designated by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans in federal fish hatcheries or rearing units. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by DOW pro~bited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES . Certain State School Trust lands are open to public fishing under ieases with the DOW. See the current State Trust Lands brochure for properties open to wildlife recreation. It is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by DOW without first obtaining permission from leasee. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK . • Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for a list of current regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license in your possession to fish in the park. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Snowmobil~ gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when_ operated on frozen surface· of Blue Mesa Reservoir. ·u.s. FOREST SERVICE . Fishing regulations in national forests in Colorado are determined by the DOW. Check the alphabetical list in this brochure. For boating restrictions on national forest lakes and reservoirs, contact the local USFS office. MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist for waters on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations. Contact reser-:vations directly for details. Southern Ute Indian 1iibe P.O. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, (970) 563-4525 Ext.417 8 �Ute Mountain Tribe Towaoc, CO 81334, (970) 565-3751 Ft. Carson MIiitary Resenatfon, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719) 333-3336 GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. Gold Medal Waters include parts of the: Animas River; Blue River; Colorado River; Fryingpan River; Gore Creek; Gunnison River; N. Delaney Butte Lake; North Platte River; Rio Grande; Roaring Fork River; South Platte River, including Middle and South forks; Spinney Mtn. Reservoir and Steamboat Lake. MASTERANGLERAWARDS The Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch trophy-sized fish, whether they keep the fish or not. Categories exist for fish that are kept and released. Awards based on fish lengths, not weight. Fish must be entered within 60 days of being caught and be accompanied by application, a photo or witnessed by two people. For information, write Master Angler Award Program, DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver 80216. See page 84 for qualifying fish. ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT Zebra mussels are an exotic species that has spread across the eastern U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants~ as well as _industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra mussels haven't been found in ~lorado but are transported on boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully and wash them with hot water before entering Colorado. Also clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between-bodies of water in Colorado. Livewells should be emptied and cleaned. HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF WHIRLING DISEASE. Anglers can help prevent whirling disease from spreading in Colorado by following these basic guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots, fishing equipment and anything that comes in contact with mud-dwelling worms that can hold the WD parasite. 2. Drain boats, equipment, cooler:s, bait wells and water holders that can hold the parasite. 3. It is illegal to transport fish between bodies of water. 4. Don't dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of water or sink. 5. Never transport aquatic plants, and clear all equipment of weeds after every use. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS Special regulations are designed to provide the best fishing and maintain the long-term welfare of fish. They include bag limits, si7.e limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the·water, huger fish may result Wliile many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are requested to reduce their harvest by practicing voluntaly, selective harvest Anglers a1so are encouraged to fish with bmbless hooks to help the smvival of released fish. 9 �BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT. SPLAKE, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (excepr kokw1ee) In aggregate* ......................................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches or less stalewide ............................................................. 10 KOK.ANEE SALMON, •Angling. snagging statewjde ....................................................... 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE. SAUGER •Statewide, in aggregate* ..............................................................5 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages. in aggregate* ........ 10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOTTED BASS, •Statewide, each species .............................................................. ,.5 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate* ....... .10 WHITE BASS. WIPER. STRIPED BASS •Statewide, in aggregate* .............................................................10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages ................................ 20 CHANNEL, FLATHEAD, and BLUE CATFISH. BULLHEAD. BLACK and WHITE CRAPP.IE •Statewide, each spedes ...............................................................10 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages ................................20 YELLOW PERCH, BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, ORANGESPOITED SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED, SACRAMENTO PERCH, •Statewide in the aggregate* .......................................... ..............20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide...................................... 1 rt~h, 36 inches or longer SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN ............................................ Unlimited •Except in Colorado River Drainage in aggregate ....................... 20 BULLFROGS ........................................................................ Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS).................................................. Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less than 5 inches WHITEFISH. GAME SUCKERS, NORTHERN PIKE .......Unlimited *ln aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, spleke, golden and lake trout. LO �BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific game fish species are !isled in the chart on previous page. Some game fish species are not on the chart and have no bag limits. Io addition,some species are prohibited to take or have restrictions. Refer 10 "Special Conditions and Restrictions·• section. Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on the chart. Check the "Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties" for specific resnictions. If a water is not on the list or if no bag limit is specified, the statewide limits apply. Fish caught and placed on a sninger, in a container or live weU. or not returned to the water immediately count in the daily bag or possession limit. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until con~umed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit. DAILY BAG LJMIT - Max. number of fish you can take in 1 day regardless of disposition of fish during that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed in possession at any l time, iJ1cluding in the field, while transporting, at home or other place of storage. USE FEES REQUIRED Lon Hagler, Jumbo Reservoir and Prewitt Reservoir slate wildlife areas Annual perntit, license holders ................................ ................................$5.00 AJlJlual permits, aU others .......................................,. .............................$20.00 One-day use pennit ..................................................................................$3.00 Replacement peanits ....................... ,........................................................$5.00 1. Motor vehicles cannot be brought ro n wildlife area requiring use fee without DOW permit displayed in lower right comer of windshield. Evidence of permits required for vehicles wilhoul windshields. Permit$ not required for vehicles on oflicial business. 2. Annual permit authorizes motor vehicles to enter wildlife areas. Vehicle owners with a Colorado fishing; small game bunting; combination fishing and i.mall game hunting; lifetime fishing and small ga.mc hunting license; lifetime low-income or a free fohing license, may buy permit for $5. For all others, the cost is $20. One peonil covers all designated areas. 3. One-day use fee pennits good for the day used until I 2 noon tlie next day. 4. If molar vehicle for which an annual pennit was issued is sold or t:rad.:d. or the permit is lost or destroyed that year. duplicate may be obtained after signing an affidavit.. DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on all lands, waters, the frozen surface of waters, rights-of-way, buildings or devices under the DOW's control. You will find regulations for individual properties in alphabetical order in the list that follows this section. 1. To enter, use or occupy any area wheD posted against entry, use or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy any area for any commercial purpose to conduct land, water. oil. gas or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph where not posted. 5. To leave camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or trailer unattended more than 48 hours. or Lo camp or to park a travel trailer or camper on a state wildlife area more than 14 days in 45-day period. 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds, tree stands and steps may be erected on state wildlife areas. No nails may be driven into trees. Man-made materials used for blinds or tree stands must be removed IO days after the end of the season when they are used. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device, fence, gate, sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or object of archaeological, geological or historical value. 11 �8. To litter, leave fish, fish entrails. human excrement. waste water. containers or toxic substances. to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to a Division-controlled area for disposal or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. •9. To build a fire without ways of preventing it from spreading or to leave a fire unattended. 10. To allow livestock to graze or range. Horses. mules. llamas·and burros may be used in wildlife recreational activities. • 11. To possess or use fireworks, explosives. poisons. herbicides. pesticides or illegal controlled substances. 12. To permit dogs, cats or other domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while actively hunting. while training dogs for hunting or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, at anchor, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. • 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or docks in conflict with boaters or as posted. 16. To snorkel. scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mask, swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exception is where swimming is pennitted, when the location is_properly identified by a "divers down flag" and when the scuba diver has a valid S.C.U.B.A. diver's certificate issued by a recognized S.C.U.BA training organization. 17. To engage in any unlawful conduct 18. To use an air or gas-inflated floating device for transportation on or across the surface of the water unless the device is of multi-compartment construction and has a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartment air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swimming areas. 19. To promote, sponsor or conduct boat regattas or other non-wildlife oriented group activities. 20. To land aircraft. • 21. To leave decoys or anything used as decoys in the field or on water overnight 22. To swim, except in designated waters or in authorized water contact activities. 23. To discharge a firearm or bow in parking, camping, or picnic areas. 24. To fish in rearing ponds or raceways on a DOW property. 25. Violators may be required to l~ve the property. . . 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. All certified materials must be clearly marked by the certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt from this regulation. Also exempt is hay produced on State 'Iiust Lands leased from the DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap, unless trapping is done according to state statutes and wildlife regulations. 28. To conduct field trials or group dog training without first obtaining a field trial ~ - LIMITS TO PUBLIC USE L The DOW can limit public use of properties up to 60 days depending on: location and size of the area; location, type and condition of roads, parking areas and the number and type of sanitary facilities; number of people the area can tolerate without significant degradation to wildlife resources and public or private property; ensuring public safety. health and welfare. • 2. When a limit is established, areas will be posted, indicating the number of people pennitted. It is illegal to enter areas posted as fully occupied or after being advised by the DOW that it is full. 3. The DOW can waive these restrictions for day use by organized, supervised groups whose numbers exceed the limit Written approval must first be obtained from DOW regional mgr. 4. The DOW can close properties for up to 9 months if a disaster that makes public access unsafe or if the property or facilities are unsafe. ' 5. The DOw can close fishing waters for up to 9 months when environmental conditions are such that fishing could result in unacceptable fish mortality. 12 �The folJowing list of waters and DOW properties have more restrictive regulations than s1andard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours, elc. If a specific water doesu'I appear in lhis list, state..,.ide regulations apply. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wildlife areas (SWA) and ~tale fish units (SPU). Other areas may fall under diffcrcnl agency jurisdictions, which may have additional regulations. Access for people with disabilities varies al state wildlife areas. Con1act DOW offices for information on accessible fac ilities. trails and programs. ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES Abrams Creek - Eagle C-Ounty a. Artificial llies and lures only. b. All cutthroat Lrou1 must be returned 10 the water immediately . Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) - Adams County a. Minimum sire for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA - Routt County RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Nov. 15 - July I. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting upland birds. e. Vehicle access prohibited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent & Kiowa counties From Las Animas, go 15 miles Non Cty.Rd.10 to property. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer. antelope, rabbiL pheasant, scaled quail. dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILlTIES: rest rooms. boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Closed l hour after sunset to l hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs. cliJ1 bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d. Access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. e. Access to danlS, inlets. outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. Agnes Lakes (Upper & Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 rtsh. Akron City Lake - Washington County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmoulb bass is 15 inches long. Alberta Park Reservoir • Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. AU cutthroat troul must be returned Lo the water immediately upon catch. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go 18 miles W on Hwy. 160 to Wolf Creek Ski Area, drive through parking lot, then continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd.39 1 to reservoir. 240 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACJLITIES: primitive boat ran1p. ALMA SWA • Park County From Alma, go I 1n miles N on Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.4, then 1/4 mile NW to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping. FACD..JTIES: rest rooms, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: Paintball shooting prohibited. ALMONT TRJANGLE SWA - Gunnison C-Ounty From Almont, go 3 miles Non Hwy.135 to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wild.life viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. 20 - March 3 1. American Lakes (Snow Lake & Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial llies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 13 �ANDREWS LAKE SWA- San Juan County From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy550 to access road, then 1/2 mile E to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River - La Plata County, GOLD MEDAL WATER From Lightner Creek to Purple Cliffs: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Creek to Pwple Cliffs, GOLD MEDAL WATER. Antelope Creek West - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ANTERO RFSERVOIR SWA- Park County NOTE: Drained in 2002. Refill date unknown. From Hartsel, go 5 miles SW on Hwy;24- to reservoir. 5,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake and stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. no more than 1 can be over 16 inches long. . c. Boating prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. d. No public access on west face of dam, south and west shoreline, and island, except waterfow hunters during waterfowl seasons. Apache Creeks, North and South - Huerfano County a. FIShing prohibited above the USFS boundary. APISHAPA SWA- Las Animas County From Walsenburg, go 181/2 miles NE on Hwy.IO to the property sign, tum SE and go 20 miles past Mica Butte to property. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. Arapaho Bend Natural Area (BSD, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapahoe Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On the Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ArkaDsm River - Chaffee, Fremont & Lake counties From the Hwy. 24- river overpass downstreani to lower boundary of Hayden R~ch as posted: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 1 fish under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida, 7 1/2 miles downstream to Badger Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All rainbow trout must be tetumed to the water immediately. Arkansas River, Middle Fork of the South Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA- Prowers County • From Holly, go 4 miles Eon Hwy50 to Cty.Rd.39, then 3/4 mile S, across canal, then 1/2 mile W to property. 98 acres. . • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. . FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee County From Poncha Springs, 4 miles Non Hwy.285, 1/8 mile Eon Cty.Rd.165. Parking area at Wend. From Salida, NW on Hwy.291 3 1/2 miles, 3/4 mile S on Cty.Rd.150, 1/2 mile SW on Cty.Rd.166 to N bank of Arkansas River. Parking on E side of road. 27 acres. 14 �FISHING: coldwater stream. Arkansas River (Note: fishing access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs.) ATWOOD SWA- Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy.6 to Cty.Rd29.5, then 1/2 mile S to property. 180 acres. ~ G : deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited ·d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season. opening day and first weekend of the late plains rifle deer season. Augustora Creek -Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Aurora (Senac) Reservoir -Arapahoe County a. Bag and possession limit for trout~ 2 fish. b. The minimum size for largemouth and smallmputh bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. d. Boating prohibited, except for non-motorized vessels and vessels with electric motors. BADGER BASIN SWA - Park County From Hartsel immediately E and W along Hwy.24; directly N of Hartse!; and immediately N and S along Hwy. 9. 22 miles of fishing access. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River and Middle Fork and South Fork of the South Platte River. a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Parking prolubited except in designated areas. e. Public access allowed only from designated parking areas and prohibited beyond the fenced and posted easement BANNER LAKES SWA - Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles E on Hwy.52 to property. 934 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: wannwater. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prolubited from opening of the first regular duck season to last day of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and belly boats. c. Camping prolubited. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. f. Field trials may be authorized Feb. March and April only. No· more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of group training events not limited. ' . g. Public access prohibited from the first day of the regular waterfowl season to the first day of pheasant season except for waterfowl hunting Sal,_ Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting during this period. Call 1-800-846-9543. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may result in forfeiture of future reservations. Check in, check out required h. Public access prohibited N of Hwy.52 April I-July 15. i. Horseback riding prohibited. j. Bicycling prohibited. k. Dog training permitted north of Hwy.52 during Feb., March, July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S ofHwy.52, Feb. I-Aug. 31 only. · Bard Creek - Clear Creek County From headwaters downstream to west fork of Clear Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 15 �Barker Reservoir - Boulder County • a. Ice fishing prohibited. •Barr Lake -Admm County From Denver, go NE on 1-76 to Bromley Ln., then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd., then 1/2 mile S to . entrance. HUNTING: waterfowl reservation system. Contact the Division of WIidlife for information. RECREATION: wildlife viewing; interpretive program, picnicking, hiking. FACil.JTIES: rest room, drinking water. RES'IRICTIONS: • a. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. BASALT SWA - Eagle & Pitkin counties (Christine, Toner, Peacbblow, 7 Castles, Schuck units) TONER UNIT:-From.Basalt, go 3.2 miles Eon USFS Rd IO~ (Fryingpan Rd.) to signs, then N to unit 2,577 acres. CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 112 mile Won 1\vo Rivers Rd. (old Hwy.82) to Homestead Drive, then go N to access road. 2,230 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACll.ITIES: shooting range. • RES'IRICTIONS: a. Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating prohibited on Lake Christine. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and 3 days after the seasons. e. Except for Lake Christine and rifle ranges, public use prohibited Dec. I-April 15. f. Fires prohibited. g. Field trials may be authori7.ed Aug. and Sept only. h. Water activities prohibited on Lake Christine. i. Dogs prohibited except as in "g." j. Mountain bikes prohibited. Bear Creek • Conejos County From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Bear Creek - El Paso County From headwaters downstream to High Drive: a. FJ.Sbing prohibited. Bear Creek - Jefferson County From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Creek Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2 fish. c. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Montemma County From headwaters downstream to Dolores River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Beaver Creek - GunnJson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, West • Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA- Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.67, then 9 miles N to Cty.Rd.132 to property. Alternate Route: From Skaguay Dam, downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Creek. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hildng, wildlife viewing. BEAVER CREEK RESERVOIR SWA- Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 miles SW on Hwy.160 to USFS Rd360 (Beaver Creek Rd.), then 6 miles S 16 �to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snagging k.okanee permitted Oct I-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. d Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble) - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile Eon Cty.Rd.3 to property. 41 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION:.non-motorized h9ating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. d Fues prohibited. e. Vehicles prohibited on dam. BEAVER RF.SERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) • Gunnison County From Paonia, go east on 0-50 Drive to FS Rd 710 and take to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNfING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA- Larimer County a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU - Larimer County N of FL Collins on Hwy.287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go Won Cty.Rd.28 to unit 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs proht"bited. b. Hunting prohibited. Bennett Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water iDlJJJMiately. BERGEN PEAK SWA- Oear Creek & Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 4 miles Non Hwy.74 to Hwy. 103, then 5.9 miles W to Stinton Rd, then 2.2 miles E to property. • •HUNfING: deer, elk, squirrel. blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access by foot or horseback only. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fues prolnoited. d. Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BIG BEND SWA- Chaffee County . From ML Shavano Fish Hatchecy, NW about 6 miles along Arkansas River. Access from ML Shavano NW on Cty. Reis. 160, 163 & 166. Access froni N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy. 285, 1/8 mile Eon Cty.Rd.165. Arkansas River fishing access only.. Big Creek Lake (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) ;µid splake is 1 fish. b. All lake trout and splake between 22 & 34 inches must be returned to the water irororAiately. BIG MEADOWS RESERVOnt SWA- Mineral County From South Fork, go 11 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.410, then 2 miles W to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, boat iamp. BIG THOMPSON PONDS.SWA- Jmimer County From Loveland. go 5 miles E on Hwy.402 to 1-25 Frontage Rd., then 3/4 mile N to interstate underpass, left through undeipass, then 1/4 mile N to property. 51 acres. HUNfING: rabbit, dove, waterf9wl. 17 �FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is IS inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for belly boats used for fishing. c. Camping prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited. • f. rues prohibited. g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by a night hunting permit. h. Horseback riding prohibited. i. 13icycle riding prohibited. Big Thompson River - Larimer County From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BllLY CREEK SWA - Montrose & Ouray counties BILLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 2, then tum left to tract. COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy.550 to Government Springs Rd. Continue straight on Horsefly Rd to signed access road. CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 8, tum left onto lower road. Go through ranch yard, then continue 1 1/4 miles on main road to access road BECKETT TRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles S on Hwy.550 to Ouray CR 4, tum left, then 1/2 mile to tract. 950 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS:. a. Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona Tract. b. Public access prohibited Jan. 1-March 31. BI1TER BRUSH SWA- Moffat County a. Public access prohibited Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping prohibited. C. rues prohibited. d Vehicle access restricted to Moffat Cty.Rds 59 and 143. Black Hollow Creek - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures orily. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Blacktail Conservation Easement- Routt County, 610 acres. a. Public access prohibited Dec.I-May 31. • b. Access by foot or horseback only June 1-Nov. 30. Blanca Wildlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) -Alamosa County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • b. Fishing prohibited Feb.IS-July 15. BLISS SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 41 miles W to property. 352 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boat launchings and takeouts prohibited. b. Paintball shooting prohibited Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Taking kokanee prohibited from bridge at Hwys.149 and 50 downstream to standing water line ofBlue Mesa Res. Aug: 1-0ct 31. Snagging permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Coal Creek inlet at Blue Mesa Res., fishing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upstream 1 mile, Jan.1-June 30. d. Bag and possession limit for.lake trout (mackinaw) is 8 fish. 18 �•. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties a. From north inlet at Cty.Rd.3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Colorado River, excluding Dillon Res. and Green Mountain Res. upstream to the first Colo. 9 bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. , b. From north inlet at Cty.Rd3 (3 miles N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res.: 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 2. Fishing prohibited Oct. I-Jan. 31. . c. From Dillon Dam downstream to north city limits of Silverthorne: 1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From north city limits of Silverthorne do~tream to Colorado River, excluding Green Mountain Res.: • 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. e. From Green Mountain Res. upstream to first Hwy. 9 bridge over Blue River: 1. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sepll-Dec.31. BLUE RIVER SWA - Summit County BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on Hwy.9 to unit 82 acres. EAGLE'S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit 29 acres. SUTI'ON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles N on Hwy.9 to unit • FISlilNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail at Blue River Unit. RESTRICTIONS: '· a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d Firewood cutting prohibited. e. Vehicle parking overnight prohibited. Bobtail Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BODO SWA- La Plata County From Durango, go 1 mile S on Hwy.160/550 to Cty.Rd211, then 1/4 mile W to eastern boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon. dove. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when bunting. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. d· Fues proln'bited. BOEDECKER RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County From Loveland, go 2 miles W on FJISt St to Cty.Rd21, then 112 mile S to res. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. • FISlilNG: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. FISbing proln'bited from boats Nov. I to end of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Fues prolnoited. . f. Horseback riding prohibited. • g. Sailboar$ prohibited h. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by night hunting permit . Bonny Reservoir - Yuma County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April l5, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. BOSQUE DEL OSO SWA- Las Animas County From Trinidad, take Exit 14A off 1-25. Go west on Hwy. 12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access direction signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property on south side of highway. 30,000 acres. • HUNTING: Deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game. FISlilNG: Cold-water stream. 19 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Dec. I-March 31, except licensed big game hunters and one nonhunting companion. b. Campfires prohibited except in designated areas and fire structures provided by DOW. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except while hunting. d. Camping prohi~ited outside designated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. e. Parking allowed only in designated areas. _ f. Leaving unattended food or garabage prohibited unless in bear-resistant manner. g. Fishing prohibited on S. Fork of Purgatoire River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. . • h. Artificial flies and lure only on south and middle foms of Purgatoire River within SWA. All fish must be returned to the water imm~ately. i. Snowmobile, motorized-and all-terraiµ vehicl~ and bicycles on established roads or trails may be prohibited when necessary to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures will be posted. Boss Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County From upper end of Ebin Fine Park (in city of Boulder) to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a. Minimum siu for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum siu for smallmouth bass is U inches long. c. Minimum siu for walleye is 15 inches long. BRAVO SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at Sterling exist, go 112 mile Won Hwy. 6 to Cty.Rd370, then 1.7 miles NE to property. 1,082 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibite4 except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited c. Fires prohibited. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to I per year. e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited the opening weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season, opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. BROWER SWA- Weld County From Evans, go I mile Eon 37th St to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting Septl-Feb.28. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited March l-Aug.31. BROWN LAKES SWA - Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.515 (Hermit Lakes Rd.), then 1112 miles W to property. 520 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. . BROWNLEE SWA (North Platte River)- Jackson County North Platte River-From Walden, go 112 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then 5.1 miles NW to Cty.Rd18, then 112 mile W to property. 1.14 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 20 �BROWNS PARK SWA- Moffat County COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to Cty.Rd.10, then 17 miles N to Cly.Rd72, then 9 miles W to the fork. Take left fork 4 miles to unit WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to Cty.Rd.10, then 17 miles N to Cty.Rd.72, then 15 mil~ W to unit BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy.318, unit is on north side of Hwy.318. 2,226 acres, all units. HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public use prohibited in posted area of Calloway Unit . Brosh Creek - Eagle County From the confluence with the Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BRUSH HOLWW SWA-Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles Won Cty.Rdl23, then 2 miles N to property. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater-lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACilJTIES: rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA- Morgan County From Brush go S on Clayton St. to check station, then S 2.25 miles to parking area. 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, rabbit, deer. Reservation hunting available for waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. • b. Fires prohibited. c. Feb.I until opening of first waterfowl season, only wildlife viewing permitted as posted. d From opening of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30, only migratory bird hunting allowed. Hunting allowed only Sat., Sua, Wed., Columbus Day (observed), Veteran's Day (observed) and Thanksgiving. Hunters must use designated ponds. Users regulated through a reservation system and a mandatory check-in station at Brush Memorial Park. Maximum number of hunters per pond is 4. For reservations, call l-800-846-9543. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. Hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property open to hunting the next day. Dec. 1 (first day for small game and big game hunting) will be a reservation date through the phone reservation system. e. Dec.l-Jan.31, only hunting allowed. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. BRUSH SWA- Morgan County From Brush, go 2 1/2 miles Non Hwy.71 to Cty.Rd.28, then 1 mile N to property. 588 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Chartier Pond, minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting proln'bited. d. FJ.res prohibited. e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit f. Target practice prolu'bited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. g. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and o~ning day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season.. Bull Creek Reservoirs #1 and #2 and Connecting Channels - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches or longer. BURCHFIELD SWA- Baca County From Walsh, go 11 miles E on Cty.RdDD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. 21 �Butler Creek - Garfield County a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Buttonrock Reservoir - Larimer County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. I-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.Rd.10. Go Eon paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Thlvel 8 miles to USFS 604, turn right and travel 3/4 mile to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. I-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County From confluence with Colorado River upstream to north side of I-70 Bridge: a Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15. Carnero Creek, North, Middle, South- Saguache County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County a Snagging for kokanee salmon is permitted Ocll-Dec.31. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano County a FISbing prohibited above USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including North and South forks - Rio Grande County . a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. CEBOLLA SWA - Hinsdale County From Powdemom, go 14.7 miles S on Cty.Rd.27 (Cebolla Creek Rd) to property. 1,429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking. CENTENNIAL SWA - Gunnison County From Ounnison go 10 miles west Property on north side of Hwy.SO. a Public access prohibited Dec. I-June 30. b. Motorized vehicle use restricted as posted. c. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA- Weld County a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited. d. Recreational horse use prohibited. e. Dogs prohibited except as a bunting aid. Dog training prohibited. f. Waterfowl bunters must use designated bunt zones. Hunting with rifles prohibited. Hunting for waterfowl by reservation only. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. No more than 4 hunters can use a hunt zone. Person making reservation must bunt on property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use reserved hunt zone with applicant Hunters must check in and out of check station. g. Public access prohibited during waterfowl seasons except Sat., Sun.~ Mon., and holidays. b. Public access prohibi~ March I-Aug. 31 except on trail designated for .wildlife viewing and bunters with a spring turkey license. i. Small game and waterfowl bunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. j. Recreational horse use prohibited. k. Parking permitted only in designated areas. No motor vehicle access outside parking area I. Paintball shooting prohibited. CHALK CLIFFS SFU - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W 2.5 miles on Cty.Rd.162, then N 1/8 mile on Cty.Rd287 to unit. 61 acres. RECREATION: limited public use;limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. 22 �Chatfield Resenoir - Jefferson & Douglas counties a. Minimum size for walleye is 18. inches long. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. FIShing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. CHATFIELD SFU - Douglas County · S on Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave., tum W on Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res., tum left to unit RECREATION: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. Cheeseman Reservoir- Douglas &Jefferson Counties a. Fishing prohibited Jan.I-April 30. . b. Fishing prohibited 1./2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. FISbing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. d. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Dec.31. e. Ice fishing prohibited. f. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine, Rabbit Creek units) - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse, rabbit, dove. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hildng, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Public access prohibited Sept 1-May 1, except for hunting .and fishing. c. Hunting and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. d Horseback and bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, except horses used in hunting big game. e. Paintball shooting prohibited. Cherry (:reek Reservoir-Arapahoe County a. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. FISbing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15,·4 p.m. to 9 a.m. Chinns Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. CHIPETA LAKES SWA- Montrose County _ From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy.550 to Chipeta Dr., then 1/2 mile N to property. 12 acres. FISHING: coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb. March, Aug. and Sept only. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk River Fishing Emement) - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles Non Cty.Rd 129 (Elk River Rd) to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . CHUCK ~WIS SWA- Routt County From Hwy. 40, go Son Hwy. 131 to Routt CtyRd.14F. Take 14F W to Routt Cty.Rd.14. Go N to parking area. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATON: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Overnight parking prohibited. b. Public access prolnoited 10 p.m.- 4 a.m. c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Dogs prohibited except in hunting waterfowl ~r dogs aiding the disabled f. Big game and small game hunting prohibited. g. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on Routt Cty.Rd14F. h. Horses prohibited outside of parking area. . i. Bicycles prohibited. • 23 �j. Launching float tubes, except those designated exclusively for. fishing, prohibited. Cimarron River - Montrose County . a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Nov.I - Dec.31. • CIMARRON SWA- Gunnison & Montrose counties From Montrose, go 23 miles E on Hwy.SO to Little Cimarron Rd, then 2 miles S to access road, then 1 1/2 miles SW to property. 6,161 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, blue grouse. FISJDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. d Parking in established parking areas only. aear Creek - La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. - aear Creek Holding Ponds -Adams County a. FIShing prohibited, except youths participating in DOW angler education activities. CLEAR CREEK RESERVOIR SWA- Chatree County From Buena VISta, go 13 miles Non Hwy.24 to Cty.Rd390, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer. elk, wateifowl. FISJDNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy.24. c. Fires prohibited. aear Lake - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Clinton Reservoir - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. • COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.114, then 20 miles S to Cocbetopa Creek. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, waterfowl. • FISJDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping prohibited. • c. Dogs prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA- Pitkin County From Basalt, go 30 miles Eon USFS Rdl05 (Fryingpan River Rd.) to property. 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. COLLER SWA - Mineral & Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 1/2 miles Won Hwy.149 to property. 579 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse. FISJDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. c. Overnight parking prolu~ted. 24 �Colorado River - Garfield, F.agle, Grand and Mesa counties a. From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W. of Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy. 40 bridge,: •• 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy.40 bridge) to TroubleSQme Ck (5 miles W of Kremmling): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From Troublesome Ck downstream to Rifle Ck in Rifle: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d. 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks. 1. Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15. e. From the 1-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle downstream to Utah. · 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish. largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead. yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (North Fork) including Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Reservoir including Columbine Bay to Twin Creek inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct. IS - Dec.31. b. Closed to waterfowl hunting after Nov. 13. Colorado Spring, Water Supply Reservoirs #2 {Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #5 (McReynolds) - El Paso & Tuller counties a. FJ.Sbing prohibited in reservoirs, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downstream for 1/2 mile in city of Colorado Springs property. • COLUMBINE SWA- Douglm County • a. Discharging firearms prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. . e. Public access prolu'bited in riparian areas to protect Preble's ~ow jumping mouse, as posted f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Como Creek - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited. CONEJOS COUNTY PONDS SWA- Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles Eon Hwy.136 to property. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. · RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prolu'bited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Public access prohibited Feb.IS-July 15. Conejos River - Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to confluence with S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade campground, a. Artificial flies only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County .• From headwaters, including Big Lake, downstream to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water immediately. CONEJOS RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Conejos County From Antonito, go 15 miles Won Hwy.17 to Conejos Ranch. Fishing Easements are intermittent for next 16 miles and are signed. • FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Public access prohibited except fishing. Connected Lake - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 25 �CORN LAKE SWA- Mesa County From Clifton at 1-70 Business Exit #37, go SW on 1-70 Business Loop to Hwy.141 (32 Rd), then 2 miles S to property. . FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest room. Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters to Sheep Ck: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cu$roat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Corral C~ - Summit County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County . a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. CO'ITONWOOD SWA- Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles E on Cty.Rd.W.7 to property. 884 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. FU'es prohibited d Target practice prohibited except when authori7.ed by area wildlife mgr. e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 am. daily except when authorized by night-hunting permit f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and on opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. COWDREY LAKE SWA- Jackson County From Cowdrey, go 2 miles S on Hwy.125 to property. Alternate Route: From Walden, go 7 1/2 miles N 9n Hwy.125. Area entrance W side of road. 280 acres land, 80 acres water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest room, boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: . a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Crawford Reservoir - Delta County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From the fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to north boundary fence, fishing in the spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CRAWFORD SWA- Delta County a Hunting prohibited as posted. CREEDESWA-MineraJCounty From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy.149 to undesignated road, then 1/2 mile S to Rio Grande. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Croke Reservoir -Adams County a The minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a Bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake • Lake County a Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose County a Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Septl-Dec.31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU • Garfield County 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy.33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Fishing equipment or waders prohibited. 26 �b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. d Hunting prohibited. Clllebra Creek - Costilla County From the Hwy.159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water irnrne.diatety. c. Landowner permission on a Colorado Courtesy Card required. San Luis VISitor Center issues courtesy cards. • Cnooingham Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DEADMAN SWA- Prowers County . Froni Granada go Non US Hwy385, 25 miles to Cty.RdJJ, then 25 miles Eon Rd.JJ to Cty.Rd27. Turn S on Rd.27 1/l mile to parking area. 503 acres. HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water imrne.diately. Deer Creek - LaPJata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrne.diately. DELANEY BU'ITE LAKES SWA (North, South, Emt) - Jackson County From Walden, go 1/l mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd12, then go 5.3 miles W to Cty.Rd.18. Go 45 miles Won Cty.Rd18 to Cty.Rd5, then 1/2 mile N to property. 2,620 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION:.camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohl"bited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d Artificial flies and lures only. e. North Delaney Butte Lake only- GOID MEDAL WATER: Brown trout 14-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. . DEVIL CREEK SWA-Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.627, then 2 miles N. 561 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit,. squirrel, blue grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. C. Snowmobiles prohibited. DE WEF.SE ~VOIR SWA- Custer County , From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy.69 for 5 miles, tum N on Copper Gulch Rd to access rd. 780 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontaU,- deer, small game. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) - Jackson County From Walden, go Non Hwy.125. Parking areas are 1, 2, and 4 miles N of Walden. 3,129 acres, 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: city-owned camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. On the Michigan River on Diamond J SWA: 27 �I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Hunting prolnoited on property east of Hwy.125. DIXON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From 1-25 at Prospect St exit near Ft Collins, go 7.1 miles Won Prospect St to Overland Trail, then .7 miles S to Rd42C, then .9 W miles to property. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Hunting prohibited. d Paintball shooting prohibited. DODD BRIDGE SWA- Morgan County (See Jean K. Tool SWA) Dolores River - Dolores & Montezuma counties From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 miles: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From the West Fork Dolores River downstream to McPhee Res.: a Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.IS - Dec.31 when snagging is permitted. DOLORES RIVER SWA - Montezuma County From Dolores, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.145 to property. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. FJShing prohibited in rearing ponds. DOME LAKES SWA- Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.114, then 22 miles SE to property. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited except on Cty.Rds.NNI4 and 1500. b. Camping permitted during waterfowl seasons in designated safety zones only. c. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in designated safety zones. d. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid or on leash. e. Public access prohibited except by foot or horseback from established parking areas. f. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. DOME ROCK SWA-Toller County from Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy.67 to intersection at Rainbow Valley, then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. F.tres prohibited. d. Horseback and pack animals limited to designated ro~ and trails except when used as a big game hunting aid e. Public access prohibited Dec. I-July 15 on Spring Creek and Dome View trails and Dome Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge. . f. Public access restricted to foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mueller State Park. g. -Rock climbing prohibited. a. Doty Park Lake - Morgan County , • a Minium size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Doug Creek - Montrose County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 28 �DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County From Wellington exit on 1-25, go 5.5 miles .W, S and Won Hwy.I to Cty.Rd.15, 1 mile Non Cty.Rd.15 to Cty.Rd.60, then 1/4 miles W to LaVma Drive.Non LaVma Drive to lake. From Ft. Collins at Hwy.287 and Hwy.I. take Hwy.I N 4 miles to Waverly cutoff (Cty.Rd.15), Non Cty.Rd 15 to Cty.Rd.60. Then 1/4 miles W to LaVma Drive, N to lake. a. Hunting prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c .. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. . e. Sailboards, saijboats, ice skating prohibited. f. Camping prohibited. . g. Public access prohibited except for fishing 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise, . h. ATVs. dirt bikes and snowmobiles prohibited. i. Paintball shooting prohibited DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USFS access rd to property. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp, campgrounds. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it crea~ a whitewater wake. b. Paintball shooting prohibited. DRY CREEK BASIN SWA- San Miguel County From Naturita, go 17 miles Son Hwy.141 to beginning of property, Hwy.141 goes SW through property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA- Logan County From Crook. go 1 1/2 miles N on Hwy.55 to property. 1,121 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohl"bited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County . a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches~~ • • DUNE RIDGE SWA - Logan County From 1-76' at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy.6 to Cty.Rd.370 then 5 miles SW to property. 400 acres. HUNflNG: deer, rabbit, squirrel. pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RFSTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohl"bited. c. Flles prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. DURANGO SFU - La Plata County In Durango, on Animas River. 14 acres. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: visitor's center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. drinking water. RES1RICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. 29 �DUTCH GULCH SWA- Gunnison County a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles restricted to improved road on property. b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting or on a leash. d. Fires prohibited. e. Public access prohibited March I-June 15. f. Public access restricted to foot or horseback from designated parking areas. g. Parking restricted to designated parking areas. Eagle River - Eagle County From Gore Ck downstream to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. EAGLE RIVER SWA (FishJng Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile E on Hwy.6, continuing 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. d. Dogs prohibited.. e. Public access limited to designated points as posted to protect private property. East P~ Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. East River - Gunnison County . a. From upstream property boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to Taylor River: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish under 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee salmon prohibited. • • b. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU boundary: 1. Fishing prohibited Aug. I-Oct 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR SWA-Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles Son Hwy.84 to property. 211 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Largemouth, smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. b. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Elevenmlle Reservoir - Park County NOTE: Water levels lowered in 2002. Check with State Park office for updates on boat ramp. a ~ (719) 748-3401. • • a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 4 fish . .No more than 2 can be over 16 inches long. . c. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Octl-Dec.31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout.must be returned to the water immediately. ELKBEAD LAKE SWA- Moffat and Routt counties a. Boating proln"bited if it creates a whitewater wake N of bouy line or within 100 yds. of boat .ramp. b. Camping prohibited. c. Field trials may be authori7.ed Feb., March, Aug. and Sept only. d. Public access prohibited within 50 feet of spillway. Elkhead Reservoir - Moffat & Routt counties Property managed by State Parks. Consult State Parks for additional regulations. a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and J.aigemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. 30 �ELLIOOT SWA- Morgan County From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on Cty.Rd.W.7 to pro~. 2,576 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel. turkey, waterfowl (reservation waterfowl hunting available). RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: duck blinds on the Union Tract. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohl'bited. c. Fires prohibited. d Tmget practice prohibited ~cept when authorized by area wildlife mgr. . e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except when authorized by night hunting permit f. Small game and waterfowlhwiting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. UNION TRACT: 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at check station. 2. Public access prohibited except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. 3. Waterfowl hunting permitted first-come, first-served, from teal season through end of first split of regular duck season and on specific days through rest of season by lottery. • 4. Waterfowl hunting permitted from designated blinds as posted or within zone for each blind See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. Person making the reservation must • hunt property on date reserved Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use hunt zone with applicant 5. Max. 4 hunters per blinds/zones. No more than 8 hunters permitted on proJSerty at a time. NOIUH TRACT: 1. Hunting by reservation. Hunting permitted only Sat., Sun., Wed., and legal holidays. For reservations. call 1-800-846-9543. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. QUINT TRACT: 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big & Little) - Hinsdale County In Weminuche WIiderness Area. a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and maximum si7.e for trout is 2 fish, 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited in Lake Creek inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan.I-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County a. Public access prohibited Dec. I-June 30. b. Public access prohibited 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Public access by foot or horseback only. d Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. e. Camping prohibited. f. Fues prohibited. g. Dogs prohibited. Empire Res. - Weld and Morgan counties a. Closed to goose hunting in part of Weld and Morgan counties bounded on north by Bijou Canal from US 34 west to Weld Co. Rd. 91 (Chapelton Lane), on west by Weld Co. Rd. 91 from Bijou Canal to 1-76, on south by 1-76 from Weld Co. Rd. 91 to Colo. 144, on east by Colo. 144 from 1-76 to US 34, and on northeast by US 34 from Colo. 144 to Bijou Canal. • ESCALANTE SWA - Delta, Mesa & Montrose counties HAMIL10N TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles Won 5th SL(G road) to 050 Rd, then 2 miles • NW to tract. Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy.SO to tract. WWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 112 miles Won 5th St (G Rd.) to tract PICKET CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalan~ Canyon turnoff, then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyoa PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 112 miles Won 5th St(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa Rd., then 11 112 miles N to tract CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles N on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 6 112 miles Won 5th SL(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa Rd., then 11 112 miles N to tract WEST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to Escalante Canyon turnoff, 31 �then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd., then 5 miles W, then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Sriowbelly Ridge rds., then 6 miles NE to tract WATERWHEEL 1RACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive.road). . GUNNISON RIVER ~CT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to &c~ante Canyon Rd, then 3 miles SW to the Gunnison River, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). 5,019 total acres, all tracts. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, interpretive pro~ historical area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts during upland game or migratory bird seasons. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug.• and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts March 15-July 31. d On Lower Roubideau Tract hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fawn Creek- Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout mustbe returned to the water immediately. FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County From Yampa, go 3 miles Son Hwy.131 to unit 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited in designated safety zones, as posted. c. Dogs prohibited. d Fires prohibited. FISH CREEK SWA - Dolores County From Dolores, go 12 miles Non Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.535, then 12 miles N to FISh Creek access road, then 1 1/2 miles N to property. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, snowshoe hare. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk-seasons). hiking. wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER RESERVOIR SWA- Kit Carson County From Flagler, go 5 miles E on Rd4 to reservoir. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, turkey. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, biking, wildlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited during waterfowl seasons except craft propelled by.hand, wind or electric motors. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing permitted Sun. and Mon., June l-Aug.31. c. Hunting prolnl>ited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hµnting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Florida River·- La Plata County a. Snaggingkokanee permitted above Lemon Reservoir, Septl-Dec.31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. AU trout must be returned to the water immediately. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mile Creek - Garfield County . From confluence with Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15. 32 �FRANK SWA- Larimer & Weld counties From 1-25 at the Wmdsor exit, go 2.3 miles Eon Hwy.392 to Cty.Rd.13, then 1/2 mile S to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, prairie dog, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 · inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited. d Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Camping prohibited. f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established hunt zones. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. No more than 4 hunters can use a hunt zone. Person making the reservation must hunt on property on ~ reserved Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use. reserved hunt zone with applicant FRANZ LAKE SWA- Chatl'ee County From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy.291 to Cty.Rdl54, then 3/4 mile W to property. Property is SW of Mt Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. HUNTING: waterfowl FACilJTIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prolu'bited. Fraser River - Grand County From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. FRAVERT RESERVOIR SWA- Garfield County a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Reservoir - Moffat County . From 50 yards of either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: FISbing prohibited Jan. I - July 31. French Gulch - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA- Phillips County . From Holyoke, go 5 miles W on Hwy.6 to Cty.Rd.29, then 1/2 mile S to property. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Fires proln'bited. c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. <;f. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Fryingpan River - F.agle & Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam downstream to Roaring Fork River (14 miles) -GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout, except browns, must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. Fryingpan Lakes 2 and 3 - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediateh'. GARFIELD CREEK SWA - Garfield County • From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on Cty.Rd.312 to Garfield Creek Rd, then I mile S to property. 13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping proln'bited except 7 days before start of regular big game seasons through 7 days after end of regular big game seasons. . • b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of Cty.Rds.312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d Public access proln'bited Dec.I-July 15, except for spring turkey hunting below junction or small game hunting above junction ofCy.Rds.312 and 328. e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid f. Bicycles restricted to Cty.Rds.312 and 328. 33 �George Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters downstream to Cornelius Creek: a. Artificial flies arid lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles N along Mitchell Ck to property. 2 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. Golden Ponds Park Ponds #1, #2, #3, #4 - Boulder County a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Creek downstream to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum si7.e for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. Granby Reservoir, including inlet streams - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for trout, except lake trout, and kokanee salmon is 4 fish, singly or in the aggregate. Sept 1-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 fish b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Only one can be over 20 inches long. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. d Snagging kokanee permitted in Granby Res. only Sept l-Dec.31 except Columbine Bay. e. FIShing prohibited in Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Creek upstream, Oct 15-Dec.31. f. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. Grand Lake - Grand County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4 fish, only 1 fish over 36 inches. Oct I-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. • b. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. c. Gaffs and tail snares prolnoited. • d Closed to goose hunting on lakes and within 100 yds. of the high-water lines, including Shadow Mtn. Res., Wmdy Gap Res. GRANADA SWA (formerly XY River Tract) - Prowers County From Granada go N on Hwy.385, tum E on Half St (first road N of railroad) go 1.5 miles. Acres: 3,672 • HUNTING: small game, watedowl, deer. FISHING: warmwater fishing in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Camping prolnoited. c. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. d Motor vehicles (including OHVs) prolnoited, except on access roads to parking areas. e. Closed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. Graneros Creek - Pueblo County From headwaters downstream to US Forest Svc. boundary: a. F!Shing prohibited. GRANDVIEW PONDS SWA -Adams County In Thornton at 104th Ave. & Colo.Blvd FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hildng, picnicking, wildlife viewing. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches Jong. b. Boating prohibited. . c. Camping prohibited. ' d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Frres prohibited. • f. Hunting prohibited. g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. h. Pets prohibited. i. Trapping prolnoited except by permits, issued first come, first served. GRANITE SWA - Chaffee County From Buena Vista, 17 miles Non Hwy.24. Access from Chaffe Lake county line downstream to U4 mile below Granite Bridge. Fishing access only.. FISHING: coldwater fishing on Arkansas River. 34 �Green Mountain Reservoir - Grand & Summit counties a. Snagging for kokanee permitted Septl-Dec. 31. Green River - Moffat County a. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, small.mouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. Grieve Ranch Conservation Easement - Routt County a. Fires prohibited. b. Dogs proln"bited except for hunting. c. Firearms prohibited except for hunting. d. Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Snowmobiles, ATVs and motorcycles prohibited. f. Commercial use prohibited. g. Woodcutting and gathering prohibited. • h. Public access prohibited on hay meadows N of Cty.Rdl29. i. FISbing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water -line on either bank. Griffith Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and. possession and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County From inlet ofVallecito Reservoir upstream: Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.IS-Jan. 31 when snagging is also permitted. Grizzly Creek - Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15. GRO~ RF.SERVOIR SWA- Boulder County RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating and floating devices prohibited. b. Paintball shooting prohibited. Gnm Reservoir-Boulder·County a. Ftshing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b . Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG RF.SERVOIR SWA- Dolores County From Dolores, go 25 miles Non USFS Rd.526 to USFS Rd533, then 5 miles NE to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream 1/2 mile April 15-July 15. Gunnison River - Delta, Gunnison & Montrose counties a. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to·bridge crossing Cty.Rd.10: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From East and Taylor rive~ downstream to standing water line of Blue Mesa Res., including all tributary canals and diversions: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. I-Oct 31. 2. Snagging kokanee salmon'permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Hwy.135 bridge 1.5 miles N of Gunnison downstream to Hwy.SO bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: 1. FJ.Shing prohibited as posted. . e. From closure signs below Blue Mesa Dam to Morrow Point Res. Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. f. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: L FISbing prohibited as posted. g. From closure sign below Morrow Point Dam downstream to Crystal Res. dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1-Dec. 31. h. Froni Crystal Res. Dam downst:reain 200 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. i. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res. dam to North Fork of Gunnison River - GOLD 35 �MEDAL WATER & WILD TROUT WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Brown trout 12-16 inches must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag and possession and size limit for brown trout i~ either: a 4 fish, no greater than 12 inches long, or b. 3 fish less than 12 inches and 1 fish at least 16 inches long. 4. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. j. From Uncompaghre River downstream to Colorado River: 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GUNNISON SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 6 miles Won Hwy.SO to property. 2,800 acres. HUNTING: deer, e))c, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Dec. I-March 31. b. Camping restricted to designated areas. c. Beaver Creek Trail restricted to foot or horseback. GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - Gunnison County From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.Rd.13. Tum left and go 1/4 mile to where the road jogs left and becomes Gunnison city street of Tmcup. Travel W 3 city blocks to Palisade city park. Parking on N side of park. Area accessed by foot 1/2 mile W of parking lot .HUNTING: deer. FISHING: coldwater stream.• RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking area RESTRICTIONS: a Public access by foot only. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl with shotguns. GYPSUM PONDS SWA- Eagle County 1-70 to the Gypsum exit, take the S side frontage rd. ofl-70 E to parking area 90 acres. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: parking area RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl d. Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. Hahn Creek - Rio Blanco County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HALLENBACK RANCH SWA- Lake County RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Public access prohibited Dec. I-March 31 and on W 1/3 of property, as posted, April I-June 15 to protect wintering and calving elk. Hamilton Creek - Grand County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hanging Lake - Garfield County a Fishing prohibited. HARMON SWA- Chaft'ee County a Campfires, overnight camping prohibited. b. Firearms, hunting prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. Harvey Gap State Park - Garfield County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit for catfish is 2 fish. 36 . �Bat Creek - Eagle County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HAVB..AND LAKE SWA- La Plata County From Durango, go 18 miles Non Hwy.550 to USFS Rd.671, then 1/2 mile E to property. 208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, boating. FACILITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. Haxtun City Lake (Gun Club Lake) - Phillips County a Minimum size for smalhnouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hayden Creek, South Prong - Fremont County From headwaters downstream to confluence with Hayden Ck: a FIShing prohibited. Headache Creek -Archuleta County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA- Chaffee County From Buena VISta, go 5 miles Non Hwy.24 to Cty.Rd.361, then 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. • RECREATION: hiking. wildlife .viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prolnbited. Hermosa Creek, East Fork - LaPJata County From its headwaters downstream to Sig Creek: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hermosa Creek, South Fork - LaPJata County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ffidden Lakes - Lake County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. IDGEL SWA-Alamosa County RESTRICTIONS: a Closed Sept 1-Feb. 14, except Sats., Suns., Weds. and legal holidays. On Sat, Sun., wed, and legal holidays, Seot 1 - Feb. 14, access permit required. Max. 25 permits daily. Contact DOW in Monte VISta for free permit, first come, first served, (719) 587-6900. • b. Closed Feb. 15-July 15 to protect nesting water birds. c. Special uses during closures can be approved for educational or scientific uses. d Area wildlife mgr. may authorize special use of area during closures. IDGHLINE LAKE SWA- Mesa County a Closed to waterfowl hunting Sat, Sun. ffigbline Resenoir - Mesa County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek -Archuleta County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. IDne Lake - Jefferson County a Minimum size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. HOHNHOLZ LAKES SWA- Larimer County From Hwy~14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles Non Laramie River Rd. (Cty.Rd.103) to entrance. 80 acres of water, 1 mile of river. HUNTING: waterfowl FISIIlNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area. c. Public access prohibited on Grace Creek road Dec.l-Aug.15. d. Sailboards prohibited. e. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Hohnholz Lake #3: 37 �1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. HOLBROOK RESERVOIR SWA- Otero County From Swink, go 3 miles N on Cty.Rd24.5 to Cly.Rd.FF, then 1/2 mile E to reservoir. 670 acres. FISIDNG: warmwater. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICDONS: Hunting proln'bited in safety zone on SW side of residence, as posted. HOLLY SWA- Prowers County From Holly, go 1 mile N on Cty.Rd.34 to property. 55 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyoke qty Lake (Lions Oub Fishing Hole) - Phillips County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA- Phillips County From Holyoke, go 4 miles S on Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.14; tlien 4 miles W to property. 80 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICDONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. F'lCeS prohibited. c. Taiget practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited HOME LAKE SWA- Rio Grande County From Monte VISta, go 1 1/2 miles E on Sherman Ave. to property. FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION:. wildlife viewing. RESTRICDONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor, or motorboats as provided in b. and c. below. b. Motorboats up to 10 horsepower may ~ permitted. c. Motorboats, 10 horsepower and larger allowed 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. d Cosed sunset to sunrise except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting permit Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Reservoir Inlet ditch) - Park County a. FIShing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (11mbe.r Lake) - Bent & Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 miles N on Hwy.109 to Cheraw, then 2 miles Eon Cty.RdJJ.5 to Cty.Rd.33, 7 miles N to reservoir. 2,603 acres. FISIDNG:. warmwater. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICDONS:. a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. . b. Cosed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. d Access to froz.en surface of lake prohibited. e. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. Horse Pasture Pond (see Watson Lake SFU) - Larimer County HORSE THIEF CANYON SWA- Mesa County . 1-70 W to Fruita exit, from Fruita exit take Hwy.340 S 1 mile to property sign, take access road 4 miles to property. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, quail, pheasant FISIDNG: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICDONS: a. FJShing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish. b. Camping proln'bited • c. F'lCeS proln'bited. • d. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. e. Hunting prohibited Saturdays, except opening weekends of small game and waterfowl seasons. All other Saturdays, hunting restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. 38 �Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. f. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 5 am. except for fishing. g. Mandatory check station. • h. Quail hunting prohibited. i. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed.-Fri. except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year's Day. j. Waterfowl hunting allowed only from designated blinds as posted. Permit required for specific blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir- Larimer County a. F1Sbing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. HOT CREEK SWA- Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 20 miles S on Hwy.IS to access road, then 5 miles W to property. 3,494 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan.I-April 30. HOT ~PHUR SPRINGS SWA- Grand County JENNY.Wil..LIAMS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Cty.RdS0 (E end of the Colorado River bridge), then 2 miles S to unit - BYERS CANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles Won Hwy.40 to range (N side of highway). BREEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy. 40 past Parshall, 5 mile to property. Look for mile marker 196. Tum left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or continue W 3/4 mile for additional parking. Unit is 115 miles W of Kremmling. • BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at E end of bridge. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs. go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at W end of bridge. PAUL F. GILBERT FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to W end of Colorado River bridge, then S to area. LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 35 miles Won Hwy.40 to unit (S side of Hwy). 1,173 total acres, all units. KEMP UNIT: From Granby, about 14.5 milesW on Hwy.40, tum left on Cty.Rd. 3 and drive over Colorado River bridge. Tum right on second road or go another .5 mile and turn right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking. snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACILITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Creek Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. b. Dischargil)g fireanns prohibited in Beaver Creek Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. Gilbert FlSbing Area. • c. Public access prohibited on Byers Canyon Rifle Range between sunset and sunrise. d Public access oil Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be prphibited to protect wintering big game. Huerfano River - Huerfano County From headwaters downstream to USFS boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. HUERFANO SWA- Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles Won Cty.Rd580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. 39 �HUGO SWA- Lincoln County CLINGINGSMITa TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on Cty.Rd.109, 2 1/4 miles Eon Cty.Rd2G to tract 2,240 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. _ FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACilJTIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited. Hunt Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BUNT SWA - Garfield County . From Rifle, go 2 miles E to Mariun Creek exit Take frontage road W 1 mile to property. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. Illinois River - Jackson County On Macnaughton SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. INDIAN RUN SWA- Routt County From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy.317 to Cty.Rd.67, then 6 miles S to property. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA- Jackson County • From Walden,_go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, take Rd 12, 5.1 miles W to Cty.Rdl8, take Rdl8, 4.5 miles W to Cty.W.Rd.5, take W.Rd.5, 1.5 miles SW to Cty.Rd22, take Rd22, 2.5 miles to property. 0.7 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Raspbeny Creek and Norris Creek on Irvine SWA: ·l. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Camping prohibited. d Hunting prohibited. JACKSON LAKE SWA- Morgan County From 1-76 at the Hwy.39 exit, go 7.4 miles Non Hwy39 to Hwy.144, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd.5, then 3.8 miles N to Cly.Rd.CC, then 1 mile W to Cty.Rd.4, then 1/4 mile S to property. 394 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer.· FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp). RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited Nov.I through last day of regular waterfowl season, except fishing pennitted from dam through Nov.30. • b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Camping prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of the lake and elsewhere as posted. e. Fires prohibited. J. Dischm."ging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. . h. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. i. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. Jackson Lake State Park - Morgan County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. • d. Fishing in a portion of the outlet ditch below dam and around rotacy screen prohibited. (FIShing closure signed.) 40 �e. Fishing prohibited Nov. I-last day of regular waterfowl season. except fishing permitted from dam through Nov. 30. • Jackson Guieb Reservoir - Montezuma County a. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. JAMES M. JOHN SWA- Las Animas County From Raton, NM. go 7 miles on NM Hwy, 72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake · Dorothey SWA. then NW 2 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. HUNTING: Elk. deer, bear, mountain lion. small game, turkey. RECREATION: Wtldlife viewing. mountain biking. hiking. picnicking. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited within 100 feet of streams. b. Closed Dec. I-April 1. c. Public access restricted to foot or horseback. d. Hunting access restricted in regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing. JAMES MARK JONF.S SWA (Formerly REINECKER RIDGE, MUD SPRINGS) - Park County From Hwy.24 E ofHartsel talce Cty.Rd.15 (Elkhorn Rd) N 15 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. From Hwy.285 at Como turnoff, take Cty.Rd15 SE 8 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed Jan.I-May 1. b. Fues prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking areas. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. JEAN K. TOOLSWA- Morgan County From Ft.Morgan. go 4 miles NE on 1-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd. then 13/4 miles N to property. 903 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail. turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except when authorized by night hunting permit e. Target practice prohibited except when auth9rized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. JENSEN SWA- Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd30, property begins at Cty.Rd.30 and Hwy.13. 5,955 acres. • • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping. wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Public access prohibited Dec.I-July 15. JERRY CREEK RF.SERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Res. #1 and 2)-- Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Hunting prohibited. d. Camping prohibited. e. Fues prohibited. f. Boating, floating, swimming and wading prohibited. g. Ice fishing and all public access to frozen surface of lakes prohibited. b. Pets, domestic animals prohibited. i. Motorized, non-motorized vehicles prohibited j. Firearms prohibited Jim Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.184 to Cty.Rd40. then 4 miles N to res. 120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. 41 �FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACn.ITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Hwy.14: a. FIShing prohibited Jan.I-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit and minimum si7.e for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. Joe Wright Resenoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit is for trout is 2 fish. c. No si7.e limit for grayling. Standard aggregate bag limits for trout apply. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA- Bent County From Las Animas, go 20 miles E on Hwy.SO to Hasty, 2 miles· S of Hasty to res. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warm.water. . RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb.., March, Aug. and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season as posted to provide for waterfowl resting. Johnson Pond - Sedgwick County a. Oosed to goose hunting in part of Sedgwick County bounded on north by US 138, on east by US 385, on south by 1-76, and on west by Sedgwick Co. Rd 29. JOHNSON Vll.LAGE SWA --ChalTee County From Hwy. 24 bridge over Arkansas River, on east side of river downstream .5 mile. Fishing access only. FISHING: coldwater stream. JULESBURG SWA (Julesburg and Ovid Leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 1/2 mile S on Cty.Rd.29 to property. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail. dove, turlcey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Target practice. prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. JUMBO RESERVOIR SWA- Logan & Sedgwick counties From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd.95, then 2 miles N to res. 1,703 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Annual or daily use fee permit required. See ''Use Fees Required" section. b. Minimum si7.e limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum si7.e limit for wipers is 15 inches long. d. Minimum si7.e limit for crappies is 10 inches long. e. FJ.Sbing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south dams or 50 yards of 9utlet tower Oct 1 through last day of waterfowl season. f. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet structure. g. Boating prohibited Oct 1 through last day of regular goose season. Hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. h. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. . i. Waterskiing prohibited before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat., Sun. and Mon. of Memonal Day weekend. 42 �j. Hunting proluoited from floating devices. k. Vehicles limited to 250. l Paintball shooting prohibited. JUNCTION BUTI'E SWA- Grand County From Kremmling, go 3 miles S on Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.387 (dirt road), then 1/2 mile E to property. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, blue grouse. .RECREATION: wildlife viewing; RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Hang gliding prohibited. c. Vehicles prohibited except day after Labor Day through last day of regular big game season. Juniata Reservoir - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KARVAL RF-SERVOIR SWA- Lincoln County From Hwys.94 and 109, go S 10 miles on Hwy.109 to property. 235 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail. dove, waterfowl FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: Boating proluoited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Kelly Lake - Jackson County· a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. KEMP- BREEZE SWA- Grand County RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted to ages 15 and under and mobility impaired anglers restricted to wheelchair. b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-July 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and lmgemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Learning Center Lake) - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA- Lincoln County KINNEY LAKE TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles Son Cty.Rd.109 to Cty.Rd2G, then 2.5 miles E to Cty.Rd.21, then 1 mile E to tract 320 acres. • HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, photography. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Kitson Reservoir- Mesa County a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA- Park County From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.285 to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, South Fork. a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Public access prohibited beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. d Paintball shooting prohibited. KNUDSON SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to Cty.Rd.370 (infonnation center, museum), then 1 mile SW to property. 581. acres. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail. dove, turkey, waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. 43 �b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. e. Deer hunting on easement by landowner permission only.KOA Lake - Boulder County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA- Weld County From Wmdsor at Hwys.392 & 257, 3 miles S on Hwy.257 to parking area S of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access.prohibited sunset to sunrise. b. Hunting prohibited. c. FJShing prohibited. d. Camping prohibited. e. Fues prohibited. f. Dogs must be on leash. • g. Pairitball shooting prohibited. Lagerman Reservoir - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LA JARA RESERVOIR SWA- Conejos County From Monte VISta, go 20 miles S on Hwy.IS to access road, then 10 miles W to reservoir. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake; RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LA JARA SWA- Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Road to property. 2,808 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Dec.I-April 30. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long. LAKE BECKWITH SWA- Pueblo County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Hunting prohibited. d Fires prohibited. LAKE DOROTBEY SWA- Las Animas County From Raton, New Mexico, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles to property. 4,804 acres. HUNTING: d~ elk, turkey. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or 100 feet of streams except in designated areas. . c. Discharging firearms or bows prolnoited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d. Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Public access by foot or horseback only from established parldng areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 44 �LAKE FORK OF THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - IIlnsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles Non Hwy.149 to S end of easement FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: a. From the headwaters downstream to waterfall at Sherman: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be,retumed to the water immediately. b. From inlet of Lake San Cristobal upstream to first bridge crossing: 1. Artificial flies only. c. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cheny Creek to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, ~ssession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. All rainbows must be retumed to the water immediately. d From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cheny Ck: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. - e. From Argenta Falls downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Dec.31. LAKE HENRY SWA -. Crowley County From Ordway, go 3 miles Bon Hwy.96 to Cty.Rd.20, then 1 mile N to property. 1,350 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl All lands above high-water line are private, and permission to hunt is required. FISHING: warmwater. RBCRBATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, campsites. ~ LAKE IRWIN SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Creek Rd.(730) to Kehler Pass Rd(12), continue N to USFS Rd826, 1.5 miles to lake. FISHING: coldwater lake RECREATION: camping fishing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water; rest rooms. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. LAKE JOHN SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd12W, then 8 miles W to Cty.Rd.7, then 7 miles N to property. 565 water acres, 282 land acres. HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. RBCRBATION: camping, wildlife viewing.· FACil.JTIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. b. Camping in established areas only. c. Waterskiing prohloited. d. Sailboards prohibited. Laramie River - Larimer County Within Hohnholz SWA: Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. a LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas Won Hwy.194 , 4 miles, N on Cty.Rd.5.5 to unit 69 acres. RBCRBATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. LEAPS GULCH SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.Rd.10. Go Bon paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USPS 743 nuns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RBCRBATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. I-April 30. 45 �Little Green Creek - Grand County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LITI'LE SNAKE SWA- Moffat County From Maybell, go 17 miles Non Cty.Rd.19. Cty.Rd.19 runs through property. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope. deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in self-contained ·units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. Little Vasquez Creek - Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a Artificial·flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA- Mesa County From Fruita, take 1-70 to Loma exit (#15), then go 1.2 mile Son frontage rd., tum SE 112 mile to Colorado River. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Launching, using personal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. d Park in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA- Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles Won Cty.Rdl4W to Cty.Rd.21S, then I 112 miles N to property. 181 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing, archery range, nature trail. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Annual or daily use permit required. See ''Use Fees Required" section. b. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond. c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Camping prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. . g. Horseback riding prohibited. h. Target practice prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Sailboards and sailboats prohibited. j. Bicycling prohibited. k. Dog training prohibited except Sept 1 to last day of waterfowl season. LONE CONE SWA- Dolores County From Norwood, go 15 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.610, then 24 miles S to property. 5,030 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. , FACILITIES: two-horse corrals, domestic well water, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. LONE DOME SWA- Dolores & Montezuma counties From Cortez, go 21 miles Non Hwy.666 to Cty.Rd.DD, then 1 mile E to Cty.Rd.16, then 3 miles N to access road, then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge. 1,724 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, turkey, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a Overnight parking prohibited except in designated areas. b. FJ.res prohibited. . • LONETREE RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County From Campion, go 3 112 miles W on Cty.Rd 14W to Lonetree Dr., then 1 mile S on access road to reservoir. 502 water acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. 46 �FISIDNG: warm.water. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season. b. Fishing prohibited in outlet canal as posted. c. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. g. Camping prohibited. h. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Fues prohibited. j. Horseback riding prohibited. k: Public access prohibited in heron nesting closure area as posted. I. Sailboards and sailboats prohibited. , m. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or when authori7.ed by night hunting permit n. Bicycling prohibited. o. Dog training prohibited except Sept 1 to last day of waterfowl season. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Creek) and Reservoir - Larimer County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Long~- Boulder County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May I-July 15. Longmont Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Warmwater fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Blnsdale County . From headwaters to Weminuche Wtldemess boundary: a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Lost 1rail Creek - Gmmlson County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOWELL PONDS SWA-Adams County • In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd. FISIDNG: warm.water. RECREATION: picnicking, bilcing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a.Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. c. Boating prohibited on ~heets Lake. d Camping prohibited. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Dog training prohibited. • g. Fues prohibited. h. Hunting prohibited. i. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. j. Trapping by permit only. • Lower Latham Reservoir - Weld County a Hunting prohibited as posted. McCall's Lake - Boulder County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. 47 �MCCLUSKEY SWA - Delta County From Paonia 's Onarga Ave., go Son 4100 Rd., whichbecomes 4050 Rd. At end it forks; tum left on L30 Rd to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. rabbit RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d. Public access proluoited except to hunt, fish or trap. e. Public access prohibited from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake -Adams County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. McMurry Ponds - Larimer County • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Resenoir - Montemma County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted SepLl-Dec.31. c. No daily bag and possession limit on yellow perch. Mack Mesa Resenoir - Mesa County a. Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2 fish. b. Hunting prohibited. MANVILLE SWA- Jacbon County From Walden. go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12W, take Rd.12W 5 miles W to Cty.Rd.18, take Rd.IS, 4.5 miles SW to Cty.Rd.5, take Rd.5, 1/8 mile S to property. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Martin Lake - Huerfano County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spo~ bass is 15 inches long. May Creek - Larimer County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County. a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, Emt - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meclano Creek -Alamosa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat ~ut must be returned to the water immediately. MEEKER PASTURE SWA- Rio Blanco County . From Meeker, go 1.5 miles Non Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd.8, then 2 miles E to property. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. MELON VALLEY SWA - Otero County RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited except youths 15 years old and younger and their mentors. Mentor must be 18 years or older, comply with hunter education requirements and accompany youth while hunting. No more than 1 mentor per youth. MEREDITH RFSERVOIR SWA - Crowley County From Ordway, go 3 miles Eon Cty.RdG to Cty.Rd.21, turn right into property. HUNTING: squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, ·dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping. wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. b. Trotlines and jugs pennitted. 48 �MESSEX SWA- Logan & Wamington counties From 1-76 at the Merino exit. go 2 miles N to Hwy.6, then 1.75 miles NE to Cty.Rd.R, then 1.5 miles N, then .5 mile W to property. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant. turkey, quail, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Landowner permission required for deer bunting on Skaggs portion as posted. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. g. Public access prohibited 9 p.m.-3 a.m. except when authorized by night hunting permit h. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year, and require landowner permission on easement Trials in Sept must be incidental to field trial on adjacent private property. Middle Creek, East - Saguache County From headwaters downstream to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA- Custer County • From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. to property. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. • MIKE BIGBEE SWA - Prowers County From Lamar, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.SO to property. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MIRAMONTE ~ERVOIR SWA- San Miguel County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd.), then 17 miles S to res. 2,223 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, shelters, well with potable water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting waterfowl. c. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 a.m. d. Waterskiing and jetskiing prohibited except in designated areas. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA- Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E on Hwy.263 to property. 13 acres. HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. ~- Fires prohibited. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFU: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA- Mesa County RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping prohibited. 49 �c. Fires prohibited. d F.rreanns prohibited except for (a) above. e. Pets, domestic animals prohibited. f. Motorized, non-motorized vehi_cles prohibited. Montgomery Reservoir• Park County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. FISbing prohibited on south side of reservoir and from west face of dam as posted. c. FISbing prohibited Dec.I-May 31. Monument Reservoir- Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee pennitted Octl-Dec.31. Morrow Point Reservoir• Gunnison & Montrose counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Dec. 31. Moun'.t Elbert Forebay Reservoir -Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned to water immediately. MOUNT EVANS SWA- Clear Creek County . From Denver, take 1-70 W to Evergreen Parkway exit, go 6 miles S on·Hwy.74 to Evergreen Lake, tum right on Upper Bear Creek Rd, 6.5 miles to Cty.Rd480, go right on Cty.Rd.480, 3 miles to property. 3,438 acres. HUNflNG: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, blue grouse, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. • b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or on a leash. c. Public access prohibited Jan.I-June 14. d. Groups of 25 or more must obtain a pennit; 1 group at a time. e. Vehicles prohibited day after: Labor Day-June 14 except during regular rifle deer and elk seasons. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. MOUNT OURAY SFU • Chaffee County From Salida, .5 mile NW on Hwy.291, .5 mile Won Cty.Rd.154, 1.25 miles NW on Cty.Rd.160. 231 acres. _ FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs). • MOUNT SHAVANO SFU • Chaffee County From Salida, go .5 mile NW on Hwy.291 to Cty.Rd154, then .5 mile W to unit. 186 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. MOUNTAIN HOME ~ERVOIR SWA- Costilla County Froin Ft Garland, go 2.5 miles Eon Hwy.160 to 1iinchera Ranch Rd., then 2 miles S to lcehouse Rd., then 1 mile W·to N entrance, or continue 1 mile S to S entrance. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Waterskiing prohibited. MURPHY SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 1. mile E on Cty.Rd.12 to property. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA- Weld County From Kersey, go 5 miles E on Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd61, then 2 miles N to property. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: ~dlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discluuging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. NARRAGUINNEP ~ERVOIR SWA--Montezuma County From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy.666 to Hwy.184, then 2 miles E to res. HUNflNG: waterfowl. 50 �FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. c. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. Native Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Navajo Lake - Dolores County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. Navajo Reservoir - Archuleta County a. Trotlines permitted. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Parle boat ramp and mooring cove only. Navajo River -Archuleta and Conejos Counties From headwaters downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be renuned to the water immediately. New Wmdsor Res. - Weld County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. b. Closed to wateifowl hunting within 400 yds. of occupied dwelling, without first obtaining permission from owner or person in charge, 1/4 _mile from center line of these roads: from Weld Co. Rd. 74 and Colo. 257 north to Weld Co. Rd. 78; east to Weld Co. Rd. 21; south to Weld Co. Rd 74; then west to Colo. 257, including area formed by these roads. c. Closed to wateifowl hunting 150 yds. of Colo. 257 centerline between Weld Co. Rds. 78 and 74; Weld Co. Rd. 74 between Colo. 257 and Weld Co. Rd. 21. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be renuned to the water immediately. NoNameCreek-GarfieldCounty From Colorado River upstream 112 mile: FIShing prohibited March 15-May 15. Nolan Creek - F.agle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. NORm FORK SWA- Larimer County From Drake, go 1/4 mile Won Devil's Gulch Rd. to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Public access proln'bited except for fishing. NORTH LAKE SWA- Las Animas County From Trinidad, go 35 miles NW on Hwy.12 to property. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial·flies and lures only. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. d Fues prohibited. North Platte River - Jackson County . a. On Brownlee, Manville and Verner SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From southern boundary of Routt National Forest to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon)'- GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Shields Ponds - Larhner County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 51 �NORTH STERLING RESERVOIR SWA- Logan County From Sterling at Hwy.14, go 8 miles Non 7th Ave. to Cty.Rd.46, then 2 miles W to Cty.Rd33, then 1 mile N to property. 264 acres. ,,, HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISmNG: wannwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, photography. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 5 fish, 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d Boating prohibited Nov.I through last day of reguiar·goose season. Craft propelled by hand_ allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. e. Hunting from dam prohibited. f. Tm:get practice prohibited except when authori7.ed by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 21 miles Eon Cty.Rd.8 to Cty.Rd.17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd.), then 1 1/2 miles S to unit . LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles Non Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd.8, then 19 miles E to unit SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles Eon Cty.Rd.8 to unit SLEEPY CAT FISmNG EASEMENT (see White RiverO: From Meeker, go 17 miles Eon Cty.Rd8 to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISmNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Sleepy Cat Ponds Unit and Sleepy Cat fishing easement closed except for fishing. b. Public access prohibited Dec.I-July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit c. Hunting prohibited except archery S of Cty.Rd.8, west of Cly.Rd.I 7, and N and E of Cty.Rdl0. d Camping prohibited except in designated areas. e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jetskis prohibited. Boating permitted only if it does not create white-water wake. • ODD FELWWS SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rdl2, then 5.1 miles Won Cty.Rd.12 to CtyM18, then 4.5 miles Won Cty.Rd.18 to Cty.Rd5, then 1.5 miles SW on Cty.Rd5 to Cty.Rd.22, then 2.5 miles on Cty.Rd.22 to property. Access also at Irvine SWA . .7 mile of river. FISmNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. c. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on Cty.Rd.7 to res. 8 acres. FISmNG: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: Discharging firearms prohibited. ORDWAY RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles Non Hwy.71 to res~ (W of Hwy.). 12 acres. FISmNG: warmwater. RECREATION: camping. RESTRICTIONS: Discharging firearms prohibited. Osier Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. · 52 �OVERLAND TRAIL SWA - Logan County From Atwood go .5 mile Son Hwy.63 to Cty.Rd.16~ then E .5 mile to entrance. 192 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Reservations required. Call 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failme to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. Reservations for turkey hunting made through Brush DOW office, (970) 842-6300. b. Property limited to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. c. Wtldlife viewing only permitted June I-Aug. 31, on Sat, Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. d. Sept I-May 31, hunting permitted only Sat., Sun., legal holidays and opening days of£lains rifle and late rifle deer s~ons. On opening day or first Sat, first Sun., and first Wed. of rifle deer seasons, property open only to deer hunting. e. Turkey hunting allowed opening day, Sat.;Sun., of turkey season. f. Camping prohibited. g. Fires prohibited. h. Discharging bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. "i. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. ' j. Public access by foot only. k. Dog training prohibited. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd25, then 6 miles SW to property. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir - Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a. Fishing prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA- Garfield County ~TRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Swimming prohibited. d Float rubes permitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA- Llµimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. • HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lalre. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. ~TRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. FIShing in inlet (Lone Pine Creek) prohibited from lake upstream to Cty.Rd.74E, (Red Feather Lakes Rd.) as posted. d Boating prohibited except for belly boats for fishing. e. FIShermen must enter on foot through gate at check station and must check in and out at check station when open. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Pim Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be ~ e d to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RESERVOIR SWA - La Plata County . From Durango, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Hwy.172, then 2 miles S to Cty.Rd.302, then 1 mile S to Cty.Rd.304, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 85 acres. • • HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lalre. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. ~TRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. • d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. 53 �e. Fires prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited except Sat, Sun. and Wed. Pasture Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake - Routt County Including inlet stream for .25 mile above inlet, and outlet stream .25 mile below outlet: a. A¢ficial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish 18 inches long. Pella Crosmng Rec. Area ~nds (Sunset, Heron, Webster ponds) - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . • .b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Trail (USFS 928): FIShing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA- La Plata County· TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles Won Hwy.160 to Cty.Rd.207 (Lightner Creek Rd). then 2 miles N to Cty.Rd.208. . . TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles Won Hwy.160 to Victory Coal Mine, then .5 mile Non access trail (through private property).13,442 total acres, both·tracts. • _ . HUNTING: deet, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, turkey, black bear. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk ·seasons. b. Discharging fireanns prohibited except when hunting. c. Public access prohibited E of Cty.Rd.208 and N of Hwy.160, April I-July 15. d Public access prohibited from last day of deer and elk seasons to March 31. e. Snowmobiles prohibited. • f. Fues prohibited. PICEANCE SWA - Garfield & Rio Blanco counties SQUARES RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd:5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. SQUARE S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd.5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 17 miles S to Cty.Rd.26 (Black Sulphur Creek Rd), then 20 miles W to E entrance boundary. YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 6 miles S to Cty.Rd20 (dirt road), then 5 miles W to Yellow Creek Rd LITTLE HILLS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd.5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 7 miles S to Dry Fork turn-off, follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. , FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. Piedra River -Archuleta County From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd.631 (Piedra Rd.) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above Hwy.160): a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Piedra River, East Fork - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pikes Peak North Slope Res. (Crystal, N Catamount & S Catamount)- El Paso & Teller Ctys. a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. No more than 2 lake trout • b. North Catamount Res: artificial flies and lures only. PIKES PEAK SWA - Teller County From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road, then 1.5 miles E to Bison Res. (NE of res.). 635 acres. HUNTING: bighorn sheep. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited April I-July 15. Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is JS inches long. PITKIN SFU '!! Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 14 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Quartz Creek Rd, go 14 miles E to Parlin and tum N to Pitkin. Unit is in Pitkin. 48 acres. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. 54 �RF.sTRICTIONS: a F1Shing prohibited except in Quartz Ck. b. Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA- Mesa County From Grand Junction. go Eon 1-70 to exit #49, then 8 miles Eon Hwy.65 to Hwy.330, then tum left to Sunnyside Rd., 1/8 mile N to property. 1,346 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. • RF.sTRICTIONS: Vehicles prohibited Dec.I-Aug. 1. PLAYABLANCASWA-AlamosaCounty RF.sTRICTIONS: Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., and Sat,. Nov. I-Jan. 30. PONY Ex;pRESs SWA- Sedgwick County From 1-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go :1 mile Non Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.28, then go 1.5 miles Won Cty.Rd.28 to service road, then go .1 mile N to parking lot Or, from Julesburg go .7 mile Won Hwy.138 to Cty.Rd.39, then go .9 mile Son Cty.Rd39 to property. 1,854 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turlcey, ducks. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RF.sTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Target practice proln'bited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. d Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. Poose Creek- Rio Blanco County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immedia~ely. Poudre River - Larimer County a. From _Rocky Mountain National Park to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Section I - from upper boundacy of Big Bend CG downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and Section II - from west boundacy of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park _Road/bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, North Fork - Larimer County From Bull Creek (above Halligan Res.) upstream to Divide Creek: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, South Fork - Larimer County From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile: FlShing prohibi~ POUDRE RIVER SFU • Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 38 miles W to property. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RF.sTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SWA- Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 1.5 miles W to property. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, raft take-out RF.sTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited b. Discharging fireanns or bows proln'bited except when hunting. Paintball shooting proln'bited. 55 �PREWITT RFSERVOIR SWA- Logan & Washington counties From 1-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy.6, then 3.3 miles NE to reserv.oir. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: watelfowl pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. ' FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: a. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Fishing restricted to dam Oct 1 through last day of watelfowl s~on. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of dam. . . d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Vehicles limited to 250. f. Waterskiing prohibited. • . g. "Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. h. Glass beverage containers prohibited. i. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. j. Camping and fires permitted as posted. k. Hunting prohibited as posted. 1. Boating prohibited Oct 1 through last day of regular goose season except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed watelfowl. • m. Annual or daily use fee permit required. n. Paintball shooting prohibited. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson County _ a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds #2 and #3 - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir - Pueblo County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for walleye is 4 fish, 18 inches long. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d FIShing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. PUEBLO RFSERVOIR SWA- Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles Won Hwy.96 to res. 4,100 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, turkey, dove, watelfowl, scaled quail. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, nature trail. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. c. Ftres prohibited.· d Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. e. Target practicing prohibited. f. Trapping only by permit. PUEBLO SFU - Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd on Hwy.96 to property. RECREATION: wildlife ~ewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. RES1RICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. PUETI RFSERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy.184 to Cty.Rd.33, then 1 mile S to access trail, then 1.5 miles E to res. • HUNTING; waterfowl. FISHING: wamiwater. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Ftres prohibited. 56 �Purdy Mesa Reservoir- Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 incles long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 large. mouth can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatoire River, Middle and South Fork- Las Anbl1m County In Bosque del Oso SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures. only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA- Bent County From Hwy.SO and Hwy.101 in Las Animas, go Son Hwy.101, 1 mile to Cty.Rd.10.75, then·s on Rdl0.75 to Rd.EE, then W to Rd.9.5, then S 1 mile to property at Rds.DD & 9.5. 960 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. QUEENS SWA- Kiowa County LOWER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.RdC. then 3.5 miles E to Upper Queens, follow access road S 2 miles to property. _ UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then 3.5 miles E to property. ' NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.RdC, then 1 mile W to property. NEE SO PAH: Closed. NEE NOSHE: From Eads, go 11 miles S on Hwy.287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd, then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 total acres, all properties. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: powerboating, sail boating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FAClllTIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. • RES1RICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs pennitted on Nee Gronda, Nee Nosbe and Upper and Lower Queens. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec.I. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens. d Hunters in Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at check station when open. e. Public access prohibited as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl Dec.I through last day of waterfowl se&$0n as posted. • "f. Public access prohibited as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, an~ Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. • Quincy Reservoir-Arapahoe County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches long. d FISbing access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Minimum size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA - Eagle, Grand & Routt comities From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles Son Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.l (Trough Rd. to State Bridge), then 12 miles SW to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. · FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIES: rest room. RES1RICTIONS: Hunting-prohibited in designated safety mne as posted. RALSTON CREEK SWA - Jefferson & Gilpin counties ' FromGolden, go 1 mile N on Hwy. 93 to Golden Gate Canyon Rd. Tum left and go wast 13 miles to the Golden Gate Canyon S~ Park headquarters. SWA south of Ralston Creek (formerly part of the state park.) 2,100 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse. RAMAH RESERVOIR SWA - El Pmo County From Ramah, go 4 miles W on Hwy.24 to res. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIES: boat ramp. 57 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season except for craft propelled by hand. wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prolnoited except shotguns or bows while hunting. d. Fires prohibited. e. Water contact activities prohibited. Rampart Reservoir - El Paso County a. Ice fishing prolnmted. . - b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Ranch Creek, North Fork - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be re~ed to the water immediately. RED DOG SWA- Prowers County From Holly go Non Cty.Rd.35 to RdJJ, then Eon RdJJ 2 miles to property. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. • RED LION SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd.95, then· 1/4 mile N to property. 1,297 acres. HUNTING: rabbit pheasant, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. , b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. FISbing prohtoited on Jumbo Annex Res. except Jan.1-Sept30 when bank and ice fishing is allowed in designated areas. d. Boating prohibited. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl e. Camping prohibited.. f. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. .g. Fires prohibited. h. Public access prohibited April 15-July 15, as posted to protect nesting waterfowl i. Target practice prohibited-except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. j. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light geese, goose hunting allowed Jn area bounded on N by Cty.Rd.970, on Eby Cty.Rd.97 (Cly.Rd.I), on S by Hwy.138 and on W by Cty.Rd.95. RED MOUNTAIN SWA- Grand County RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Nov. 15-April 15. b. Motor vehicles prohibited. c. F.u:es prohibited. d. Dogs must be on a leash. Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RICHARD SWA- Jackson County FJShing access: from Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12W, then 8 miles W to Cty.Rd7, then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA go to south end of Lake John to parking lot Hunting access: from Walden, go 5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12W, then 13.7 miles W to parking area. Hunting area E ofCty.Rd.12W. 3,817 acres, 6 miles of river. HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hilring. RESTRICTIONS: a. N Fork of North Platte River on Richard SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Camping prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited within 200 yards of buildings. Ridgway State Park - Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept 1 - Dec.31. REINECKER RIDGE SWA ( See JAMES MARK JONES SWA) 58 �RIFLE FALLS SFU - Garfield County From Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy.325 to property. 600 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a Dogs prohibited. b. FJies prohibited. c. Rock-climbing prohibited. d Camping prohibited except when authorized by hat«;hery mgr. e. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas. Rifle Gap - Garfield County a Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth bass is 2 fish. 15 inches long. b. All smallmouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch May l-June 15. c. Bag, possession limit and minimum sµ.e for walleye is 3 fish. only 1 longer than 18 inches. RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA - Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to property. 383 acres .. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken a day. c. Waterskiing prohibited March 1 - June 15. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County a On Rio de Los Pinos and N Fork of Rio de Los Pinos in Cumbres subdivision: I. Artificial flies only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From waterfall at south San Juan Wilderness boundmy to headwaters: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - llimdale, Mineral & Rio Grande counties a From lower boundmy of River Hill CG downstream to west fence of Masonic Parle 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession and maximum size for brown trout is 2 fish. 12 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From Hwy.149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures on)y. . 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA - Rio Grande County From Monte VISta, go 3 miles E on Sherman Ave. to property. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: rest room, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a Fues prohibited. b. Public access prohibited Feb. IS-July 15. c. Camping prohibited exceptin parking areas with toilets. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing easements) - Rio Grande County RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Public access prohibited except fishing. Rio Lado Creek - Montezuma County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately.· 59 �RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA- Hfnsdale County From Creede, go 35 miles Won Hwy.149 to USPS Rd513, then 2 miles NW to the fork, take right _fork 200 yards N to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, #2, #3, #4 #5 - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD CANYON RESERVOIR SWA- Hinsdale County From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USPS Rd520, then 4 miles W to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. Roaring Creek - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Roaring Fork River - Pitkin & Garfield counties a. From McFarlane Creek downstream to upper Woody Creek bridge: 1. Artificial flies only. ... 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to Colorado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession limit and minimum si7.e for trout is 2 fish. 16 inches long. c. 50 yards upstream and downstream from Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: 1. F.tSbing prohibited March 15-May 15. e. From the Crystal River downstream to Colorado River - GOLD MEDAL WATER. - ROARING FORK SWA- Garfield County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnison County ns acres. From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on the East River to property. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited sunset to sunrise. b. Camping erohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d Target ~ticing prohibited except in designated areas. e. Discharging ~ prohibited in designated safety zone. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROCK CREEK SWA- Routt County From Kremmling, go 6 miles Non Hwy.40 to Hwy.134, then 12 miles W over Gore Pass to USPS Rd.206, then 2.5 miles SW to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA- Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.266, cross bridge, tum E on Cty.Rd80.5. 550 acres. Go 1 .25 mile farther E to McClelland tract. 662 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING:wannwate~ RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. 60 �FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. . b. Hunting prohibited on Melon Valley Tract. except for youths 15 and younger. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Mentors must be 18 or older and meet hunter education requirements. No more than 1 mentor per youth. Rocky Fork Creek • Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County a. Minimum siz.e largemouth bass for is 15 inches long. ROEBER SWA- Delta County From Paonia. go 1 mile S on 4100 Rd (Onarga Ave.), tum left on NS0 Lane, go, 2 miles to 4200 Dr., tum right, go 1 mile to parking lot HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit FISHING: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement c. Dogs prohibited d Fires prohibited. , e. Public access prohibited from last day of regular big game season through April 30. f. Public access prohibited except hunting or fishing. ROSEMONT RESERVOIR SWA- Toller County From Divide, go 15 miles S on Hwy.67 to Gold Camp Rd near Victor, then 20 miles E to res. 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. FIShing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 a.m. d. Boating prohibited. e. Camping prohibited. f. Dogs prohibited. g. Fires prohibited h. Public access prohibited except by foot from established parking areas. i. Public access prohibited Nov.I-May 10. j. Public access prohibited near dam, caretaker's house and north side of res. as posted. k. Picnicking prohibited. l. Water contact activities prohibited as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake • Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES SWA- Pueblo County From Pueblo, go S on 1-25 to exit 98-A, then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field, then E on Runyon Field Rd .5 mile to property. 40 acres. FISHING: warmwater, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trail. handicapped fishing dock. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Boating prohibited. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Public prohibited sunset to sunrise except fishing. e. Water contact activities prohibited. f. Ice fishing prohibited. RUSSELL LAKES SWA- Saguache County From Saguache, go 9 miles S on Hwy.285 to Cty.Rd.R, then 1.5 miles E to property. 793 acres. HUNTING: rabbi~ dove, waterfowl. 61 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. c. Closed Feb.IS-July 15. d. Parking only in established parking areas. e. Public access prolnoited except as posted. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the Middle and South Fode tributaries downstream to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint Vrain Creek (North) - Boulder County From Horse Creek downstream to inlet of Buttonrock Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Saint Vrain Creek, (South) - Boulder County a. From headwaters downstream to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. Artificial flies and 1~ only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. F!Shing prohibited, May I-July 15. San Franmco Creek (Middle, West forks) & West San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County a. On USFS lands, including West San Francisco Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River -Archuleta County From Hwys.160 and 184 downstream through Pagosa Springs toApache St and river: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish for all anglers, including youths under 16. SAN LUIS LADS SWA-Alamom County From Alamosa, go 13 miles N on Hwy.17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd., then 8 miles E to access road, then 1/4 mile N to property. • HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited north of buoy line. . b. Public access prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line Feb.JS-July 15. c. Camping prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line. SAN MIGUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing easement) - San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile Son Hwy.145 to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA- Costilla County From San Luis, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.152 to Hwy.242, then 5.2 miles S to property. FISHING: warmwater lake. FACil..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. b. Hunting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. d. Waterskiing prohibited. SAND DRAW SWA- Sedgwick County From 1-76 at the Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles Son Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.16, tum E to Cty.Rd.49, then 1 mile S to property. 209 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 years or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors 62 �while hunting. One mentor per youth. SANDS LAKE SWA- Chaffee County From Salida. go 5 mile NW on Hwy.291. Property E of hwy., opposite Mt Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. RES1RIC".11ONS: Camping prohibited. SANDSAGE SWA- Yuma County From Wray, go 4.5 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.35, then .25 mile W to Cty.Rd.CC, then .5 mile S to property. HUNflNG: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. FlI'es prohibited. • d Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited SAPINERO SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison. go 15 miles Won _Hwy.SO (access from Hwy.SO at Red Creek, East Elk Creek and Dry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNflNG: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County a Minimum size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds. except 1 and lA. c. Dogs must be on 6-foot leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d. Motorized, non-motorized vehicles (including bicycles) prolnbited beyond designated parking areas. e. Boating and bellyboats prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited. g. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit h. Horseback riding prohibited except on established maintenance roads. i. Public access prohibited midnight to 5 am. j. Other activities may be prohibited as posted. k. Collecting of any kind prohibited except by permit Second Creek - Delta County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA- Sedgwick County From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.138 to access road, then .5 mile S to property. 885 acres. HUNflNG: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, ~bwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. ' RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. FlI'es prohibited. • d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening ~y and first weekend ofl~te plains ritledeer•season. 63 �I SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. ~ = Fly/lure only: catch and release - return trout to water immediately. LJ = Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. Marston Diverson l; 4 :§ ~ '§ ~ Scraggy View P.G. •Deckers !f 64 Wigwam Club (private) �SOUTH PLATTE· RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK SPINNEY MTN. RES.: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit. 20 inches or longer; no fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise; no ice fishing; GOLD MEDAL WATER. ELEVENMILE RES.: 4 trout limit. no more_ than 2 trout 16 inches or longer; snagging of kokanee permitted fro~ OcL 1-Dec.3 l east (lake side) of inlet buoy line; only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. ANTBRO RES. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. Only portable ice fishing shelters allowed; no public access on dam, along south and west shoreline and on the island (except for waterfowl hunting). TOMAHAWK SWA: Fishing closure SepL 1-Jan. 31. El = FlY-llure o_nl__y; catch and release - return fish to water immediately. GOW :MEDAL w~ S ■ == Fly/lure onlyi all trout between 12 and 20 inches in length must l>e releaseo; 2 trout limit of which no more than 1 can be greater the 20 inches long; GOLD MEDAL WATER.. ringer ulcli Bridge �SEELEY RESERVOIR SWA - Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles N on 35th Ave. to reservoir. }JS acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, wannwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RES1RICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. . b. Fl.Sbing prohibited except along west shore or from boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Camping prohibited. e. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. g. Hunting prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA- Conejos County From Manassa, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.142 to access road, then .5 mile N to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Ftres prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited Feb.IS-July 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA • Routt County .,, From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles Son Hwy.131 to Cty.Rd.18, then 7 miles SE to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through · 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. • SETCHFIELD SWA- Bent County From Hwys.50 and 101 in Las Animas, take-Hwy.IOI S 16 miles to Cty.Rd.P. Go Won Rd.P 1 mile to Rdll, then S 6 miles on rds.11 and 10 to property. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Ftres prohibited. Severy Creek• El Paso County . a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream to USFS boundacy. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 14 miles SW on Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd28, then I mile S to Cty.Rd;ll, then 3 miles S to Cty.Rd288, then .5 mile W to property. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: • a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. • Shadow Mountain Reservoir• Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway • Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res. including Columbine Bay to 1\vin Ck inlet: . ·- a. Fishing prohibited OctlS-Dec.31. b. Snagging prohibited. SHARPTAIL RIDGE SWA- Douglas County RES1RICTIONS: . a. Closed. except to deer and elk hunting by access permit Applicants must have a; valid unit 51 public land deer or elk license. Contact the Northeast Region office, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216, (303) 291-7227. Deadline to apply for permits Aug. 15. b. Public access restricted to. day use only, 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. . 66 �c. Foot access only. d. Camping prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Sheep Creek, East and West Forks - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long.· b. Artificial flies and lures only. Silver Creek Conservation Easement - Grand County RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Motor vehicles prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. . d. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial-flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size is 2 fish, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA- Yuma County RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited June I-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping prohibited. d. Ftres prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited. f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. SIMPSON PONDS SWA - Larimer County From 1-25 at the Hwy.402 exit (#255), go 2 miles Won Hwy.402 to Cty.Rd9E, then .5 mile N to property. 44 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when huµting. Paintball shooting prohibited. d Dog training prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. f. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting permit g. Horseback riding prohibited. h. Bicycle riding prohibited. 63 RANCH SWA - Park County From Fairplay, 15 miles S on Hwy. 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct. on Hwy. 285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, big game. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife observation. RESTRICTIONS: a. See South Platte River, South Fork. b. Camping prohibited. . c. Paintball shooting prohibited. _ SKAGUAY RESERVOIR SWA-Tuller County From Victor, go .5 mile Eon Cty.Rd.67 to Cty.Rd.441, then 6.5 miles E to res. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. 67 �Sloan Lake·• Hinsdale County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH ~ERVOIR SWA • Costilla County From Blanca, go .5 mile Won Hwy.160 to Airport Rd, then 4 miles Stores. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a F'J.Sbing prohibited Nov. I through end of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept . . c. Public access prohibited Feb.15-July 15 on N and E shores. d. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Park -Arapahoe County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. South Platte River - Dougw, Jefferson, Park & Toller counties a From confluence of middle and south forks downstream to Spinney Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res. downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. From below Elevenmile Dam downstream to Wagon ToQgue Gulch Rd. bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . d. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property- GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. , e. From lower boundary of Wigwam Club to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum ~ for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. f. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board's Marston diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. South Platte River, Middle Fork - Park County a From Hwy.9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte- GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches; b. Within Tomahawk SWA: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept 1-Jan. 31. South Platte River, South Fork - Park County a From Hwy.285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be retumed to the water immP.diateJy. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only -1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. From Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: 1. F'J.Sbing prohibited. • c. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to Middle Fork of South Platte. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be retumed to the water immediately. 68 �3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA- Yuma County From Burlington, go 21 miles Non Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.1-, then 3 miles E, 2 miles N and 2 miles E to property. 13,140 acres. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warmwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, _ interpretive program. FACILITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. No more than 2 . trials may be authorized Feb.-March, and no more than 1 field trial may be authorized Aug.Sept . b. Waterfowl hunting prphibited on downstream face of dam. c. Parking for waterfowl hunting permitted only in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. e. Seining prohibited in Bonny Res. stilling basin and downstream Oct I-Jan. 31. SPANISH PEAKS SWA- Las Animas County From Aguilar, go W on the Apishapa Rd; follow signs to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. 6,450 acres. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in established areas. b. Fires prohibited except in designated areas. c. Public access prolu'bited except from established parking areas. d Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Reservoir- Park County- GOLD MEDAL WATER NOTE: Water levels lowered in 2002. Check with State Park office for updates ~n boat ramp access (719) 748-3401. a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and minimum size for trout is 1 fish, 20 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d Ice fishing prolu'bited. SPINNEY MOUNTAINSWA- Park County From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on Cty.Rd59 to property. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing .. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. FJ.res prolubited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SPRING CREEK RF.SERVOIR. SWA - Gllllll&on County _ From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Almont Tum right on Cty.Rd742, travel 6 miles to Spring Creek. Tum left on Spring Creek Rd. and go 14 miles to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usuaJ}y July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. STALKER LAKE SWA- Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cly.Rd.FF, then 1.5 miles N to access road, then .5 mile west to property. 75 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lalre. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting.e. Fires prohibited. 69 �f. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Steams Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches Jong. Steelman Creek - Grand County . From headwaters downstream to Denver Water Board diversion: a: Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCFSS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on Cty.Rd.27 to road: RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited as posted to prevent road and habitat damage. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA- Montemma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy.184 to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISIIlNG: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches Jong. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish 16 inches Jong. c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 miles, fishing prohibited Octl-Jan.31. Swan River (North Fork) - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sweiaer Lake - Delta County . a. Hunting waterfowl pennitted on opening day and Sat., Sun., Wed., legal holidays. Sylvan Lake - Eagle County • a. FIShing prohibited in inlet and upstream 112 mile Septl-Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Crook exit (#149), go .5 mile Non Hwy.55 to property. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel. pheasant, bobwhite quail. dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room. drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Tamarack, Pronger ponds: Min. size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches Jong. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintoall shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited except in designated camping area. d. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept.only. No more than 3 trials may be authorized Feb.-March and Aug., and no more than 1 in Sept e. Mandatory check station. For reservations to hunt weekends and holidays only, call 1-800846-9543. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor Jess than two days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. Person with reservation must hunt on property on reserved date. f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. g. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening of the regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. h. Camping prohibited except in designated area. TARRYALL RESERVOIR SWA- Park County NOTE: Drained in 2002. Refill date unknown. From Jefferson, go 15 miles SE on Cty.Rd.77 to reservoir. 886 acres (175 surface acres of water.) HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: camping. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. 70 �RESTRICTIONS: . a Public access prohibited from dam, spillway and outlet structures, all of Tarryall Creek and drained reservoir below the high-water line, and all land and facilities south and west of Co.Rd.77 except Tarryall Ck. above high-water line as posted. • Taylor Creek, Little • Montezuma County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Creek (North)·• Custer County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Taylor Resenoir • Gunnison County a Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. c. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Jan.31. TAYLOR RIVER SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 10 miles Non Hwy.135 to USFS Rd.742 (faylor River Rd.), then 18 miles E to base of Taylor Res. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a From top of Taylor Dam downstream 325 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. 2. Public access prohibited. b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream t~ upper boundary of Sam's private property (.4 miles): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Camping prohibited. d. F.u:es prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited. f. Parking permitted only in designated areas. Tuller Lake• Boulder County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Tuller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County • a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE RESERVOIR. SWA- Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 12 miles S on Hwy.IS to USFS Rd250, then 9 miles W to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA- Park County From Jefferson, 2 miles west on Hwy.285 and then 2 miles north on Cty.Rd.35. 950 acres. HUNTING: big game, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. F.u:es prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake-AKA Raiµbow Lake) • Lake County , a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County From confluence with Roaring Fode River upstream .5 mile: a FJ.Sbing prohl'bited March 15 - May 15. THURSTON RFSERVOIR. SWA- Prowers County From Lamar, go 9 miles Non Hwy.196 to Cty.Rd.TT, then 1 mile W to Cty.Rd7, then .25 mile N to res. 173 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. rabbit . FISHING: warmwater. , RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates _whitewater wake Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season. b. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. 71 �c. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prohibited. cl Access to frozen surface of lake prohibited. e. Access to dams, inlets, outlet structures prohibited except for fishing. TILMAN BISHOP SWA - Mesa County a Public access prohibited during nesting and migratory bird period. March 15-July 14. b. Camping prohibited. • c. Hunters must check in and out of entrance station. cl Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds or zone identified for each blind. Blinds assigned at entrance station and available daily, first come, first served. Max. number of hunters . per blind is 4. . e. Hunting restricted to bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. f. Deer and pheasant hunting allowed by pennit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for"pheasant. Permits issued by drawing;_ successful applicants notified by mail. Date, time and location of drawing on application. g. Turkey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. Timberline Lake - Lake County a Artificial mes and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (including Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford. go 4 miles S on Hwy.71 to Hwy.IO, then 2 miles E across Tunpas Creek Bridge, then 1 mile Son Cty.Rd.21, then 1 mile Won Cty.Rd.Z to property. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA;, Park County From Hartse!, go 5 _miles Non Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area. 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISHING: COidwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, South Fork. a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Fishing prohibited Sept. I-Jan. 31. Torsido Creek - Conejos Comity a Artificial mes and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. TOTIEN RESERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Cortez, go 3 1/2 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Cty.Rd.29, then 1 mile N tQ reservoir. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife•viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. .b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. d. Frres prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited in inlet area Sept.30 -Jan.20 as posted to protect resting waterfowl. f. Public access prohibited along N shore Man:h I-May 31. . g.-Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. 'Irappers Lake - Garfield County a Artificial mes and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. Trout longer than 11 in~hes must be returned to water immediately. c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mile. d. FJ.shing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. FJ.shing prohI"bited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook trout. • . • 72 �. TREAT/OGDEN SWA- Fremont County From Coaldale, go Won Hwy.SO, 2 miles to Cty.Rd.45 tum N and go 1.5 miles to property. Carroccia Lease: from Howard, take Cty.Rd45 W 1 mile to property. FIShing access only. FISHING: coldwater in Arkansas River. 'Iiinldad Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. TRUJILLO MEADOWS SWA- Conejos County From Antonito, go 36 miles Won Hwy.17 to USFS Rdl18, then 4 miles N to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Turk's Pond • Baca County a. Hunting prohibited as posted from beginning of first split of waterfowl seasons through last day of waterfowl seasons,. in sects 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 South, Range 44 West, 6th P.M. on private property within 1/4 mile surrounding Turk's Pond SWA b. No discharging firearms or arrows from, on or across 50 yds. on each side of center line of public roads in sections 20, 21, 28, 29, 32 & 33 in Township 29 South, Range 44 West, 6th P.M. TURK'S POND SWA- Baca County From Springfield, go 2 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.IIll, then 14 miles E to Cty.Rd.39, then 3.5 miles N to property. 200 acres. HUNTING: dove. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Public access prohibited near pond and administrative building excep_t to retrieve downed waterfowl from opening day of waterfowl season through Feb. 28. Torquoise Resenoir - Lake. County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Tuttle Creek• Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Twin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. b. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must~ returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA- Larimer County FromAllenspark, go 4 miles Non Hwy.7 to Meeker Park (USFS Access Rd.119), 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd325, then 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR SWA- Baca & Prowers Ctys. From Springfield, go 18 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cty.RdB.5, then 3 miles E to res. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing. . FACll..ITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited in 1\vo Buttes Ponds below dam except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Two Ledge Reservoir• Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River• Ouray County a. From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: 1. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. b. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immooiately. c. From Cty.Rd.23 ~dge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Dec.31. Union Reservoir - Weld County a. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. 73 �VAil. DEER UNDERPASS SWA - F.agle County From V~ go 4 miles Won S frontage rd. of 1-70 to property. RESTRICTIONS: - a. Hunting prohibited. b. Public access prohibited Nov.I-June 15. Valeo Ponds - Pueblo County a. Boating prohibited including float tubes and inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited. Valledto Creek - La Plata & San Juan counties a. From inlet of Vallecito Reservoir upstream: 1. Taking kokanee (including snagging) prohibited except Nov.15- Dec.31. b. From headwaters downs~ to Weminuche Wddemess boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Valmont Res. - Boulder County a. Hunting prohibited as posted. Vancil Res. - Morgan County a.· Waterfowl hunting prohibited. Vaughn Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. VERNER SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then 5.1 miles W to Cty.Rd18, then .5 mile W to access road. 1 mile of river. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except for fishing. VIKING VALLEY SWA - Gunnison and Saguache counties , From Gunnison go E 16 miles on Hwy.SO to Doyleville. Turn Son Cty.Rd3090, go 1 mile to fork in road. tum right on Cty.Rd.3077, travel 2 miles to property. HUNTING: sage grouse, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except when authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, West - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA SWA (including Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County From LaVeta, go 1 mile E on Bear Creek Rd. to property. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking. hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind d Camping prohibited. e. Frres prohibited. Walden Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only except Picnic Pond. b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch except in Picnic Pond WALDEN ~RVOIR SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then .5 mile W to res. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA- Mesa County . From Grand Junction, go 2 miles Won Hwy.6 and 50, tum S on River Rd, 5 mile on River Rd., tum S on gravel access road. 351 acres. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACILITIES: rest room. 74 �RESTRICTIONS: a Fishing prohibited Oct l-Feb.28. b. Public access prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d. F.t.reS prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited. f. Dogs prohibited. g. Camping prohibited. h. Trapping prohibited. Waneka Lake - Boulder County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD POND SWA- Jefferson County In Denver, at 1-70 & Ward Rd. FISIIlNG: warmwatert FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. d Camping prohibited. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. F1res prohibited. g. Hunting prohibited. h. Public access prohibited except for fishing. i. Dog training prohibited. . j. Trapping only by permit Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a Fishing restricted to youths 15 years or younger. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County From FtCollins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd. (Cty.Rd.28), 1 mile W to property. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited along west bank of Poudre River next to employee housing.. WATSON LAKE SWA- Larimer County From FtCollins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd. (Cty.Rd52E): 1 mile W to property. 139 acres. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. RESTRICTIONS: a Ice fishing prohibited. . b. Boating prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. e. Ice skating prohibited. f. Public access prohibited on northwest side as posted. g. Parking prohibited on south dam. h; Use or possession of live .minnows·prohibited. i. Camping prohibited. . j. Closed 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. k. Fishing restricted to youths 15 or younger on Horse Pasture Pond. WEBSTER SWA- Weld County From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile Non Hwy.85 to Cty.Rd394, then 2 1/4 miles W to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: biking, wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows allowed for hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. 75 �WELLINGTON RESERVOIR #4, SMITH LAKE SWA- Larimer C~unty From 1-25 at the Wellington exit, go .3 miles Won Hwy.I to Cty.Rd.7, then 1.4 miles N to Cty.Rd66, then 2 miles W to property. Wellington Res. #4 - 105 acres. Smith Lake - 30 acres. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. • FACILlTIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited. d Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res. #4. e. OHVs prohibited. f. Camping prohibited g. Open fires proluoited h. Public use prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. i. Snowmobiles prohibited WELLINGTON SWA- Larimer & Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 9 miles N on E service road to Cty.Rd. 64, then 1.5 miles E to unit , · COBB LAKE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 5 miles Non E service road to Cty.Rd.56, then 1.4 miles E to unit SCHWARE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 7 _miles Non E service road to Cty.Rd60, then 1 mile E to unit. • HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl RECREATION: hiking, wjldlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hunt waterfowl b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited d. Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., March 1-14 and Aug. only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake year-round. e. Public access prohibited on Wellington and Schware units MaICh 15-July 15. f. Public access prohibited on Wellington Unit from first day of regular waterfowl season to first . day of pheasant season except Sat, Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. g. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. Horseback riding prohibited except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. i Big game hunting restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. j. Paµitball shooting prohibited. WFSf BANK SWA- Garfield County . S on Hwy.82, tum right at mile marker 5 on Cty.Rd154. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RES1RICTIONS: • a Camping prohibited b. Fires proluoited c. Discharging firearms prohibited. west· Creek - Mesa County From Hwy.141 Bridge downstream 5 miles to Ute Creek: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. ~ west Cross Creek - Eagle County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. WFSI' LAKE SWA- Larimer County - From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowl FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping. FACILlTIES: campground, rest room, drinking water. RES1RICTIONS: a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand b. Paintball shooting prohibited. WFSI' LAKE SWA- Mesa County FISIDNG: wannwater lake. FACILlTIES: rest room. RES'IRICTIONS: 76 �a Boating prohibited. b. Public access prohibited 9 p.m.-7 am. c. Water contact activities prohibited. WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA • Garfield County , From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Hwy325, tum right, go 6 miles to Cty.Rd252, then go 1 mile NW to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat RECREATION: biking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except day after Labor Day-Dec. 31. WIIlTE HORSE SWA • Adams County • a Public access prohibited except for y.ouths and mentors for waterfowl hunting only if authorized by area wildlife mgr. for participants in Division's youth hunting program. • White River• Rio Blanco County a From headwaters (including N and S Fork) of White River downstream to Hwy. 13 bridge below Meeker: . 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. On Sleepy Cat easement, Wakara and Nelson/Prather leases and Meeker pasture SWA east of Meeker: 1. Artificial flies arid lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From Piceance Creek downstream to Utah, including Kinney Reservoir: 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill. bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. d. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: 1. FJ.Sbing prohibited as posted Wll.,LIAMS CREEK RESERVOIR SWA - Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.631, then 30 miles N to res. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. REST.RICTIONS: a Waterskiing prohibited. b. Sailboards prohibited Williams Fork Reservoir• Grand County a Snagging kob.nee permitted Sept 1 - Dec31. b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first Cty.Rd. bridge: 1. FJ.Sbing and snagging prohibited Sept 15-0ct 31. Williams Fork.River - Grand County From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the Colorado River: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Williams Gulch - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Fishing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand County a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WD..,DLIFE AREA- Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles Won Hwy.40. Property is on Hwy.125. 100 acres. FACILITIBS: picnic tables, toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: IL Dogs prohibited beyond parking area b. Fishing prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. d Camping prohibited. e. Frres prohibited. f. Public access prohibited outside viewing area g. Public access prohibited sunset to sunrise. h. Hunting prohibited. 77 �i. Trapping prohibited. Wolf Creek - Conejos County a Artificial flies and lures only. b.. All cutthroat trout must be·retumed to the water immediately. WOODHOUSE SWA- Douglas County . RESTRICTIONS: Closed. WOODS LAKE SWA- San Miguel County From Telluride, go 13 miles Won Hwy.145 to USPS Rd.618 in Fall Creek, then 9 miles S to property. 160 acres. . -FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Artificial flies and lures only. _ b. Boats prohibited except if propelled by hand. wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. WRAY SFU - Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.FF, then 2 miles N to property. 355 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. • RESTRICTIONS: b. Camping prohibited except E of Yuma Co. Rd FF on Chief Ck. c. Dogs prohibited. . d. Hunting prohibited. Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Wright Lake - Chaft'ee County a Artificial flies and lures only. WUANITA WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA- Gunnison County ~ Camping prohibited. • b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except when inside a vehicle. d. Fires prohibited. e. Trash must be packed out Yampa River - Routt County a From Stagecoach Dam downstream 0.6 miles: I. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck. excluding Catamount Lake: I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. c. From Walton Ck. downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown bridge in Steamboat Springs: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. d From James Brown (Soul Center of Universe) bridge to Hwy.394 bridge near Craig: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. From headwaters of Yampa River downstream to Green River: I. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead and crappie. ·YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. Youngs Creek Res. #1, 2, 3 - Delta County • a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroattrout must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma City Lake - Yuma County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Fishing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. I-July 31. c. All trout must be renuned to the water immediately. 78 �LIST OF STATE WILDLIFE AREAS BY COUNTY Adams County Grandview Ponds Lowell Ponds White Horse Alamosa County Higel Playa Blanca • San Luis Lakes Archuleta ~unty Devil Creek Echo Canyon Res. Baca County Burchfield Turk's Pond • 1\vo Buttes Res. - Baca, Prowers ctys. Bent County Adobe Ck. Res. ~ Bent, Kiowa ctys. Horse CreekRes. - Bent, Otero ctys. John Martin Res. Las Animas SFU Purgatoire River Setchfield Boulder County Gross Res. Chaffee County Arkansas RivJSalida- Chaffee, Lake ctys. Big Bend Chalk Cliffs SFU Clear Creek Res. Franz Lake Harmon Heckendorf Johnson Village Mount Ouray SFlJ Mount Shavano SFU Sands Lake Clear Creek County Bergen Peak·_ Clear Creek, Jefferson ctys. MountEvans Conejos County Conejos County Ponds Conejos River Hot Creek La Jara Res. La Jara Sego Springs Terrace Res. Trujillo Meadows Costilla County Mountain Home Res. Sanchez Res. Smith Res. Crowley County Lake Henry Meredith Res. Olney Springs Res. Ordway Res. Custer County De Weese Res. Middle Taylor Creek Delta County E~calante - Delta, Mesa, Montrose ctys. McCluskey Roeber Dolores County Fish Creek Groundhog Res. Lone Cone Lone Dome - Dolores, Montezuma ctys. Douglas County Chatfield SFU Cheesman Res. - Douglas, Jefferson ctys. Columbine Sbarptail Ridge Woodhouse Eagle County • Basalt - Eagle & Pitkin ctys. Eagle River Gypsum Ponds Radium - Eagle, Grand, Routt ctys. Vail Deer Underpass El Paso County RamahRes. Fremont County Beaver Creek Brush Hollow Treat/Ogden Garfield County Crystal River SFlJ Fravert Reservoir Garfield Creek Glenwood Springs SFlJ Hunt Parachute Ponds Piceance - Garfield & Rio Blanco ctys. Rifle Falls SFU Roaring Fode WestBanlc West Rifle Creek Gilpin County Ralston Creek - Jefferson, Gilpin ctys. Grand County Hot Sulphur Springs Junction Butte Kemp-Breeze 79 �Radium - Eagle, Grand, Routt ctys. Red Mountain Wmdy Gap Watchable Wildlife Area Gmmlson County • Almont 1iiangle Beaver Res. (Minnesota Creek) Beaver Lake (Marble) Cabin Creek Centennial Cimarron - Gunnison, Montrose ctys. Dutch Gulch Gunnison Gunnison River (Van Tuyl & Redden) Lakelrwin Leaps Gulch Pitkin SFlI Roaring Judy SFU Sapinero Spring Creek Res. Tuylor River Viking Valley - Gunnison, Saguache <;tys. Wuanita Watchable Wildlife Area • Hinsdale County Brown Lakes Cebolla Lake Fork of the Gunnison River Rito Hondo Res. Road Canyon Res. Williams Creek Res. Huerfano County Huerfano Wahatoya Jackson County Brownlee Cowdrey Lake Delaney Butte Lakes DiamondJ Irvine Lake John Manville Mmphy Odd Fellows Owl Mountain Richard Seymour Lake Verner Walden Res. Jefferson County Bergen Peak - Clear Creek, Jefferson ctys. Ralston Creek - Jefferson, Gilpin ctys .. Ward Pond Kiowa County Adobe Ck. Res. - Bent, Kiowa ctys. Queens 80 Kit Carson County Flagler Res. La PJ,tta County . Bodo DurangoSFU Haviland Lake • Pastorius Res. Perins Peak Lake County Arkansas RivJSalida - Chaffee, Lake ctys Hallenback Ranch Larimer County Bellaire Lake BellvueSFU Big Thompson Ponds Bliss Boedecker Res: Cherokee Dixon Lake Douglas Reservoir Dowdy Lake Frank - Larimer, Weld ctys. Hohnholz Lakes Lon Hagler Lonetree Res. North Fork Parvin Lake Poudre River SFU Poudre River Simpson Ponds Storm Mountain Access Road 1\vin Sisters Watson Lake SFU Watsoniake Wellington Res.#4 & Smith Lake Wellington - Larimer, Weld ctys. West Lake Las Animas County Apishapa Bosque del Oso James M. John Lake Dorothey North Lake Spanish Peaks Lincoln County Hugo KarvalRes. Kinney Lake Logan County Atwood Bravo Duck Creek Dune Ridge Jumbo Res. - Logan, Sedgwick ctys. Knudson �Messex - Logan & Washington ctys. North Sterling Res. Overland Trail Prewitt Res. - Logan, Washington ctys. Red Lion Tamarack Ranch Mesa County Corn Lake Escalante - Delta, Mesa, Montrose ctys. . Horse Thief Canyon Jerry Creek Reservoirs Loma Boat Launch Mogensen Ponds Plateau Creek Tilman Bishop Walker West Lake Mineral County Alberta Park Res. Big Meadows Res. Coller - Mineral, Rio Grande ctys. Creede Moffat County Bitter Brush Browns Parle Elkhead Lake - Moffat, Routt ctys. Little Snake Montezuma County Dolores River Joe Moore Res. Lone Dome - Dolores, Montezuma ctys. Nmaguinnep Res. Puett Res. SummitRes. Totten Res. Montrose County Billy Creek - Montrose, Ouray ctys. Chipeta Lakes Cimarron - Gunnison, Montrose ctys. Escalante - Delta, Mesa, Montrose ctys. Morgan County Brush Prairie Ponds Brush Cottonwood Elliott Jackson Lake JeanK. Tool Otero County Holbrook Res. Horse Creek Res. - Bent, Otero ctys. Melon Valley· _Rocky Ford Tunpas Creek Ouray ,County Billy ~ - Montrose, Ouray ctys. Park County Alma Antero Res. Badger Basin James M. Jones Knight-Imler 63 Ranch Spinney Mountain Tarryall Res. Teter Tomahawk Phillips County Frenchman Creek Holyoke Pitkin County Basalt - F.agle, Pitkin ctys. Coke Oven Prowers County Arkansas River Deadman Granada (formerly XY River 'Iract) Holly Mike Higbee Red Dog Thurston Res. 1\vo Buttes Res. - Baca, Prowers ctys. Pueblo County • Lake Beckwith . Pueblo SFU • Pueblo Res. Runyon/Fountain Lakes Rio Blanco County Jensen Meeker Pasture Oak Ridge Piceance - Garfield, Rio Blanco ctys. Rio Blanco Lake Rio Grande County Beaver Creek Res. Coller - Mineral, Rio Grande ctys. _Home Lake Rio Grande Rio Grande (Del Norte) Routt County Adams Christina (Elle River) ChuckLewis E1khead Lake - Moffat, Routt ctys. Emerald Mountain Finger Rock SFU Indian Run RadilJDl .; Eagle, Grand, Routt ctys. RockCreek Service Creek Yampa River 81 �Saguache County Cochetopa Dome Lakes Russell Lakes Vi.king Valley - Gunnison, Saguache ctys. Sari Juan County Andrews Lake San Miguel County Dry Creek Basin Miramonte Res. San Miguel Woods Lake Sedgwick County Julesburg Jumbo Res. - Logan, Sedgwick ctys. Pony Express Sand Draw Sedgwick Bar Summit County Blue River Teller County Skaguay Res. Washington County Messex - Logan, Washington ctys. Prewitt Res. - Logan, Washington ctys. Weld County Banner Lakes Brower Centennial Valley Frank - Larimer, Weld ctys. Kodak Watchable Mitani-Tokuyasu Nakagawa Seeley Res. Webster Wellington - Larimer, Weld ctys. Yuma County Sandsage Simmons South Republican Stalker Lake Wray SPU Dome Rock Pikes Peak Rosemont Res. RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on season dates and other infonnation (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope .......................... . ..............291-7529 Fishing .................................................. 291-7533 Small Grune .................. . ............. . ........... . ..291-7546 Upland Game & Turkey .................. . ..................291-7547 Waterfowl .................. . ....................... ......291- 7548 Hunter Education ........................................... 291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses ................................... 291-7528 For a list of recorded information, call 303-297-1192. OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non-profit organization working with the DOW's law enforcement program. It pays rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. Callers don ' t have to reveal their names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-800-332-4155 toll-free. The number cannot be used for information requests or emergencies. 82 �POPULAR COLORADO SPORTFISH Cutthroat (Native) Trout - Cuuhroat have a crimson slash on cilher side of the throat beneath the lower jaws. The greenback cunhroat trout is Colorado"s official state fish. Mountain Whltefish - The mouth is smaller than a trout"s, and mouth does not extend to below ceater of the eye as on a trout. Brown Trout - Sporting pattern is mode up of black spots and red-orange spolS inside light blue circles. Whlte Crappie - Have six spines on dorsal fin and banded body. Black crappies have 7-9 spines on dorsal ftn and a mottled body. Rainbow Trout. - Identifying marks are black spots on a light body and red stripe along sides. Walleye - Have large. well-developed canine teeth and large eyes with milky corneas. Brook Trout - Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins often orange. edged with black and white. Body is dark with white and red spots ioside blue circles. Largemouth Bass - Upper jaw extends beyond eye and often has horizontal stripe extending the length of body. Kokance Salmon - At the end of their third summer, females develop a red-gray-while pauern. Males develop book jaw and tum brick red. Smallmoulh Bass - Upper jaw does not extend beyond eye and fish usually bas vertical stripes along sides. Lake Trout (Mackinaw) - Has n white. irregular spot pauern on dark body. Veriform markings over back and bead. Unlike other trout, they have a deeply indented mil fin. Wiper -A hybrid between while bass and striped bass. 83 �COLORADO MASTER ANGLER PROGRAM The Division of Wildlife's Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch fish of trophy size and promotes conservation. The program has two ca1egories: fish that are kepi and fish that are released. The awards are based on lengths of fish rather than weight so that fish can be measured and released. Anglers who catch a fish of qualifying length receive a Master Angler certificate and patch. Those who achieve record status also receive ma1ching lapel pins. Ao angler can win one certificate and one patch per year. Only fish caught in Colorado are eligible. Entrants must have hooked, played, landed or released the fish. Snagged fish are ineligible. Fish length is measured from the jaw tip to tail tip. Entries must be submitted within 60 days of the catch. A clear, side-view photograph of the fish must accompany entries with one witness verification. Two witnesses are required for entries without photos. For an entry form, contact the Master Angler Award Program, Colorado Division of Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Deaver, 802 16. AWARD-QUALIFYING LENGTHS BY SPECIES Species ..............Length (inches) ..Species ....................Length Rainbow trout ......24 ......................Brown trout .............. 22 Brook trout ........... .16 ......................Cutthroat trout .......... 20 Golden trout.. ........ 16 ...................... Lake trout.. ............... .32 Splake ..................20 ......................Arctic char ..... ........... 18 Kokanee salmon .. 20 ......................Grayling .................... 15 Northern pike ........36 ......................Tiger muskie ............40 Walleye ................ 26 ......................Saugeye ....................26 Yellow perch ........ 12......................Largemouth bass ...... 18 Smallmouth bass .. 17 ......................Wiper ........................28 White bass ............ 17 ......................Bluegill...................... l 0 Crappie.................. 15 ......................Channel catfish ........ 30 Blue catfish ..........30 ...................... Black bullhead ......... .14 Common carp ...... 30 ......................Grass carp ................30 84 �FISHING OR HUNTING GUIDE When you subscribe to Colorado Outdoors Magazine As the official magazine of tbe Di vision of Wildlife, Colorado Oucdoors provides unique insight into our wildlife resources as well as up-to-date coverage of hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Keep up to date with hunting season dales, regulation reviews. new state fish records and more. Master the outdoor skills you've always wanted by getting tips from the experts - wildlife professionals devoted to providing you with the best where-to and how-to information. Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, watching wildlife or just like reading about our great state, Colorado Outdoors magazine is for you. You'll receive six informationpacked magazine issues plus your choice of a 40-page fishing or hunting guide free. (You can get botb guides by sending the cost of a subscription plus an extra $2.50 for one-year or $3.50 with a two-year subscription). The Fishing Guide is available in May. The Hunting Guide is available in August. --------------, I YES! Enter a subscription for me and reserve my fishing or ... Ihunting guide. D New Subscription O Renewal I Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ 1 ICity _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ State _ _ _ _ __ Zip_______ I Daytime Phone_____ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I 1METHOD OF PAYMENT I Charge my D Visa O MasterCard Payment enclosed $,_________ I Account No. I Signature _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Exp. Date _ _ __ ____ I I0D II Year Year - $10.50 Please send me the D Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. I - $ 13 Send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. IDO 22 Year Year - $ 19 Please send me the O Fishing OR the D Hunting Guide. I - $22.50 Please send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. I.._Colorado Outdoors, P.O. Box 7828, Red Oak, IA 51591-0828 I 1-800-417-8986 • Division of Wildlife information: (303) 297-1192 .J 1 Colorado Outdoors 4 MFPA _____________ _ �Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF ~DLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver,, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.wildlife.state.co.us � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/fd84f7bf8e9e9efa50b3de34c2d91cca.pdf 2eae4ac1e9b071dddebc12ca4c4b83e0 PDF Text Text �Wildlife Management Public Education Advisory Council Sportsmen educating non-sportsmen Your help is needed to support a media-based education program designed to inform the non-hunting public on the importance and benefits of wildlife management. Make your check payabl'e to: Wildlife Management Education Fund 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 802 16 For more information, call (303) 291-7429. S11ortsmc,r ,:ducnti nK mm~.•1mrl~m,·11 Printed for free distribution by Lhe COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway. Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297- 11 92 TDD • S1a1e Relay Number: 1-800-659-2656 www.wildlifc.s1a1e.co.us Printing paid for by hunting and fishing License fees. Printed January 2002, 450.000 copies. By Publications Printers, Denver Cover photo by Tom lietz The Wildlife Commission sel fishing season and land and waler regulations a1 ils Sept. meeting. Wildlife Commissioners (as of Sep1. 2001): Rick Enstrom. chair; Robert Shoemaker, vice chair; Marianna Raflopoulos, secretary; Tom Burke, member; Brad Phelps, member; Philip J. James. member; Olive Valdez, member; Bernard Black, member; Greg Walcher, ex-officio member; Don Amen!. ex-officio member. The Colorado Division of Wildlife of lhc Dcpartmcnl of Natural Resources prohibits discrimination on Lhe basis of race, color, religion, sex. national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and public participation in its programs and services. For infonnation or 10 register a complaint, contact !he Colorado Divisioo of Wildlife. NOTE: Laws and regulations in !his brochure are paraphnL'>Cd for easier understanding and arc intended only as.a guide. TI1c official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. �TABLE OF CONTENTS DOW Service Centers. .................. . . .. ... ...... . ... , .. . . ....... 2 Recorded Information . . ............... .. ......................... . .. . 2 Fishing Season Dates .. ... . .... ...................................... 2 Free Fishing Days ..................... .. ............................ 2 What's New for 2002 ....... . ........................................ 3 License Fees ... . ................................................... 3 License Information .................... . .......................... 3-4 License Requirements .............................................. 3-4 Residency Qualifications .............. . . . ........... . ................ 4 Free Fishing Licenses ................................................ 4 Definitions ....................................................... 4-5 Legal Methods of Take ............................... . ............. 5-6 One Personally Attended Line .. . . ...... . .............................. 5 Trotlines ... . ........ . .. ...... ............................. ........ 5 Jugs .............. . ...................... . ... .................... 5 Underwater Spearfishing, Archery and Gigs .. ........... . .. ... ... ... ...... 6 Snagging .... . ...... . ..... . .......... . .................. ......... . 6 Seines. Casatets ............................................ .. ...... 6 By Hand or the Aid of Dip Nets ....... ....... .... . ..................... 6 Livetraps ............................... . .. . . . .... . . .............. 6 Artificial Light .......... . ..... ... .... ... ........... ..... .......... . 5 Bait ..................................... . ...................... . 6 Special Conditions and Restrictions ...... . ........................ . .. 6-7 Chumming . .. .... ... ..... ..... ........... ..... . ............ . ...... 6 Toxicants, Poisons ...................... . ........................... 6 lee Fishing .... ........ ........... ................................. 6 Bait Fish........................................ . ..... .. .......... 6 Crustaceans ..................................... .. ........ ....... 6-7 Bullfrogs .............................. . ....................... . .. 7 Salamanders ................................... . ..... .. ............ 7 Threatened and Endangered Species ......................... . ........... 7 Restricted Use Species .. ........ ........ , ............................ 7 Prohibited Species ................................. . ................ 7 Emergency Public Salvage .................... .. ........ ... ... ... .. ... 7 Fishing Contest.,; . .. ... .................................. ....... ..... 7 Releasing Tagged Fish .............. .... ..... . ..................... . . 8 Illegal Transfer of Fish ...... ... .................................. . ... 8 Donating Fish .............................. . ....................... 8 Transporting, Exporting F ish .......................... . ..... . ......... 8 Releasing Fish ....... . ...... ... .................... ... .... ......... 8 Gold Medal Waters ....... . .......... .. ............. . ............ ... . 8 Master Angler Awards . .. ............................................ 8 Zebra Mussel Alert .............. . . ........ . .... ............ .. ..... .. 8 Help Stop Spread of Whirling Disease ................... . ............... 8 Other Land Use Rules ... .. ....................... . ............. ... .. 9 Bag and Possession Limits ......................................... 9- J0Use Fees Required ... .............................................. 11 Purpose of Special Regulations ....................................... 11 DOW Property Regulations . . ... ... ....................... ....... . 11-.12 Limits to Public Use ...... . .. . ... ...... . . . .... . ........ ............. 12 Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties ............................... 13 �DOW SERVICE CENTERS Division of Wildlife Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1 192 Southeast Region Service Center 2126 N. Weber Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (7 19) 227-5200 Northeast Region Service Center 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Service Center 317 W. Prospect Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80526 (970) 472-4300 West Region Service Center 7 1J lndependent Ave. Graud Junction, CO 81505 (970) 255-6 I00 Montrose Service Center 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, CO 81401 (970) 252-6000 RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on season dates and other information (area code 303): Deer. Elk, Antelope ............................................291 -7529 Fisbiug ..... . ......................... . .. . .... . ........ . .... 291-7533 Small Game .... ........ . .... ..... ........ . ........ ... ...... .. 29 1-7546 Upland Game & Turkey .... ... ... ... . . ......... . ....... . . .. . . .. .29 1-7547 Waterfowl .. .. .... ....... . . . ..... ... . . .......................29 1-7548 Hunter Education ...... .. . ..... ... ............ . ... . ............ 29 1-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses ................ . ............ . ........ 291-7528 Operation Game Thief .... .. .. . . . ................. . ........ 1-800-332-4155 For a List of recorded infonnation, call 303-297- 11 92. Jan. 1 - Dec. 31 FISffiNG SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians. mollusks and crustaceans day and night. year-round, except as otherwise provided i.n this brochure. Free Fishing Days You can fish in Colorado without a license only on the.first full weekend ofJune, each year. All other mies and regulations apply. Water Works Wonders is the theme of a new nationwide :'II F I s II , N <:. n n ,t T I r;, progr am to encourage citizens T U G JJNVI R QN M R,-.,• r to fish and boat. Fishing can work its magic for you! Ask someone to go fishing this year and enjoy all that Colorado bas to offer. ~ 2 ,t l) �WHAT'S NEW FOR 2002 Dodd Bridge Stale Wildlife Area - Now named Lhe Jean K. Tool Stale Wtldlife Area. See alphabetical list of properties. XY River Tract State Wildlife Area - Now named the Granada State Wildlife Area. See alphabetical list of properties. Field Dog Trials - There are new regulations on field dog trials al many stale wildlife areas. See alphabetical list of propenies. LICENSE FEES Resident Licenses Annual ............................................................................................. .......................$20.25 Combination Fishing & Small Game ................................... .................................$30.25 (If born after 1948. )OD must show hunter education card firsr.) Scuior Annual Fishing ............................................................................................$l0.25 (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) Nonresident Licenses Annual ....................................................................................................................$40.25 Available to Residents and Nonresidents Fi, e-Day License ..................................................................................................$18.25 One-Day Licensc ......................................... , ................................................ , ...........$5.25 Second Rod Stamp ..................................................................................................$4.00 The second rod stamp is available to Licensed residents and ooru·e~idents and to persons under 16 ) ears. whether licensed or unlicensed. Youth small game. forbearer & fishing (under 16) ................................... ,..............$1.00 -"Co~ts include a 25-cent search ant.I rescue fee. LICENSE INFORMATION LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1. Hunters and anglers need a Colorado Conservation Certificate (CC) to buy a license. CCs are free and available al license agents and DOW offices. Licenses are stamps that attach to Lhe CC. Only one CC is necessary for all licenses. The CC can be reused from year to year as long as information on it is correct. 2. A fishing license is required for people 16 years or older to take fish, amphibians, crnstaccans or mollusks. except as noted in this brochure. 3. Children under 16 don ' L need a fishing license, but may Lake only half tbe legal limit. When the bag and possession limit is 1, anglers under 16 can take 1 fish. When half the limit results in a fraction of a fish, Lhe limit is rounded lo the next whole number. 4. Children under 16 can take the full daily bag and possession limits if they purchase an adult fishing license or a youth small game, forbearer and fishing license. A licensed angler doesn't need to accompany a youth. There is no mentor requirement. 5. People collecting fish, amphibians, mollusks and crustaceans for commercial sale by fish ing. cast net, dip net, net. trap or seine must bave a $20 commercial fishing license. Applications are available from Lhe DOW. Commercial fishing license holders must submit an annual report to Lhe DOW within 30 days of the expiration of the license. 6. Licenses expire on the date printed or wrillen on them. No license is transferable. False statemems made in buying a license render it void, and violators are subject to penalties. Lost or destroyed Licenses can be replaced by buying another at a license agency or DOW office or by ftlling out a lost license affidavit. 7. Violations of wildli [e laws have a specific point value. If a person accumulates 20 or more 3 �points in 5 years, license privileges can be suspended for up to 5 years. RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS Anyone who meets at least one of these qualifications is considered a resident of Colorado-for a fishing license: 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in Colorado for at least six months immediately before buying a license and who intends to make Colorado home. (Except /fl and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel, servicemen of U.S. allies, personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on permanent active duty orders. The dependents of these people also qualify. Active duty does not include personnel in reserve status cir the National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before purchasing a.license, including students who are temporarily absent from this state but enrolled full time at a Colorado college or university. FREE FISIDNG LICENSES -----Applications for free licenses can be obtained at DOW offices. Send completed applications to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Free licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. People in these categories are eligible for a free fishing license: 1. U.S. armed forces members, active or retired, who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or convalescent station in Colorado. 2. Resident patients at a Veterans Administration (V.A.) hospital. 3. Resident patients ofa state mental institution or other mental health institution under the supervision ofits staff. . 4. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled as determined by the Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. A disabled veteran is a person who served on active duty in the armed forces, separated under honorable conditions and has established to the DOW a service-connected disability rated by the V.A. at 60% or more through disability retirement benefits or a pension because of a public statute administered by the V.A. or the Army, Navy or Air Force. People meeting this requirement may obtain a free lifetime resident combination small game bunting and fishing license. • • 6. Colorado residents on active duty with the U.S. armed forces outside the state can fish free without buying a license while here on temporary leave from duty, not to exceed 30 days a year. You must carry your official leave papers with you when fishing. -DEFINITIONS ARTIFICIAL FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of, or a combination of, materials, such as wood, plastic, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. It also doesn't include devices smaller than 1-1/2 inches long with scents or smell attractants attached. Molded plastic devices less than 1-1/2 inches long also are not considered artificial, as well as foods; organic bait such as worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows and fish eggs; and manufactured baits such as imitation fish eggs, dough baits and stink baits. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish or other material on which fish might feed in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn't include fishing with·baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: Any effort to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusk. This includes using a hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging. . GAME FISH: All fish species ·except nongame, endangered and threatened species. This includes brown trout, cutthroat trout, (except greenbacks), golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, splake (lake trout and brook trout hybrid) brook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee, whitefish, sculpin, smallmouth, largemouth, spotted, striped and white bass, wipers (striped bass and white bass hybrids), carp, bullhead catfish, blue catfish, channel catfish, black and white crappie, drum, northern pike, tiger muskie or any muskellunge hybrids, yellow and sacramento perch, sauger, saugeye (walleye and sauger hybrids), rainbow smelt, tench, walleye, bluegill, bluegill hybrids (bluegill and green sunfish), green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, flathead catfish, gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers, topminnows or minnows. GIG: A barbed fork with one or more tines attached to a handle. JUGS: Floats with attached line and common hook. 4 �MINNOW: Members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cypririodontidae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (gizzard shad) except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered. NATURAL STREAM: A streaip. where water naturally flows regularly or Intermittently at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other water channels are not natural streams. NET: A seine, dip net. gill net. cast net. trap net. hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks. • • PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: A rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under the control of a person nearby. COMMON HOOK: A hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. Hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. SIZE OR LENGTH: The length of-a fish with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net that hangs vertically in water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROTLINE: A single, anchored line with a float on each end from which droplines are attached. LEGAL METHODS OF TAKE These are the legal methods for taking fish species in this brochure. Methods not listed below are illegal. 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Except as othe_rwise stated in this brochure, fish cannot be taken or killed except by rod and line, handline or tipup. You can fish with only one personally attended rod and line. Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks attached. You may use a second rod, handline or tipup if you buy a second rod stamp, sign it and attach it to your CC. (a) To use a personally attended-second rod or line while fishing, youths under 16 years who are not required to have a fishing license still must have a second rod stamp that is signed. (b) Second rod stamps are not transferable to anyone else. (c) A second rod stamp is not required when using a trotline or jugs only. 2. TROTLINES: Permitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (a) One trotline per license holder. (b) They must be anchored and marked at each end of the line with floats, be no more than 100 feet long and be weighted to place line minimum of 3 feet under water. 'Irotlines can have no more than 25 droplines. • • (c) No more than 3 barged hooks are allowed on a common hook on each·dropline. (d) Trotlines must be tagged with user's name, CC num~er and date set. (e) Jugs must be tagged with licensee's name and conservation certificate number. They must be personally checked once every 24 hours. 3. JUGS:Permitted only on waters stated in this brochure. (a) Ten jup per license holder. Each jug cannot have more than 1 single line with 1 common hook attached. (b) Jugs must be tagged with user's name and CC number. (c) Jugs must be personally checked at least once an hour. a 4. UNDERWATER SPEARFISIDNG,ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery and gigs are-permitted for taking carp, gizzard shad and white or longnos~ suckers in all waters year-round. Other game fish can be taken only from waters in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section of this brochure. Lake trout cannot be taken by underwater spearfishing. (b) Underwater &pearfishing has these restrictions: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears prohibited. (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded whµe diver is submerged. (3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of floa~ bearing the National Divers' Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached by a safety line a maximum of 10 feet long. (c) Archery and gigs can be used to take bullfrogs. 5. SNAGGING: Snagging permitted for taking kokanee only on specific waters during specific times listed in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section of this brochure. Other 5 �species of fish that are snagged must be returned to the water immediately~ 6. SE~, CAST-NETS: (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or only when authorized for emergency salvage. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions., section. (b) Seines must be made of 1/4 inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines shall not exceed 20 feet long by 4 feet deep. 7. BY BAND OR DIP NETS: (a) May be used for bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae. (b) Fish may be taken by these means or any other method approved by the DOW director when emergency salvage of fish has been approved. (c) Hand-held dip nets may be used for fish taken according to baiting restrictions below. 8. LIVETRAPS: (a) Cage or box traps, including set pots, can be used only for crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 9. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Legal if used as an aid in fishing. 10. BAIT: Legal if used as an aid in fishing, except by chumming. ,._ SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: Prohibited. 2. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STIJPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISHING: Prohibited. 3. ICE FISHING: Unless otherwise stated, all waters are open to ice fishing with these restrictions. Some waters may be restricted by city or other local laws. (a) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. (b) Fires on ice must be enclos~ in a container. (c) No litter may be left on ice. (d) Where only portable ice fishing shelters are permitted, shelters must be removed from ice at~~~~ . (e) Whe~ permanent shelters are permitted, the name, address, telephone and license number of owner or user must be legibly displayed in contrasting colors on the outside and an shore 'side of shelter. Letters must be at least 2 inches high. 4. BAIT FISH: (a) Use and possession of live fish for bait prohibited east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet and on the Arkansas River above ParkcJale in Fremont and Chaffee counties and at Watson Lake SWA in Larimer County. Using and possessing live fish for bait prohibited west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir. (b) Taking bait fish prohibited statewide in all natural streams, springs and all waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Qear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties and all standing public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and . Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This restriction does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. (c) Toe only fish species that can be taken alive or dead for consumption or personal use as bait are minnows (except those listed as threatened and endangered listed below), bluegill, hybrid . bluegill, carp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin, white and longnose suckers {except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited), yellow perch and rainbow smell Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. (cl) Toe only species that can be taken for commercial use are minnows (except those listed _as threatened, endangered or prohibited), gizzard shad, white and longnose suckers (except those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited) and carp (except those listed as threatened, endangered ·or prohibited). See "Restricted Use Species." (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets. or seines for food or bail In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfish is prohibited. For commercial use (commercial permit required), minimum size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between eyes) to the telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immedi.ately. Pots and traps must be labeled with name, address and license number of license holder. (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, by hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light can be used. (g) SALAMANDERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, by hand, traps, seines, nets. 6 �THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES . It is illegal to take thes.e threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, northern i'edbelly dace. souther redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, wood frog, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. If caught, these species must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions explained in this brochure . ._ Colorado Pikeminnow (squawflsb) an olive-green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but· a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend past its eye. Populations are limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa. Bonytalls large fins and a streamlined body tapering in front of tail. They are close to extinction in the wild, last sighted in the Colorado River near the Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. Humpback Chubs a prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind the head; small eyes; thin section in front of tail and long snout. The largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National Monument. • Razorback Suckers a bony, keel-edged hump that rises on the back just behind the head. Limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. RESTRICTED USE SPECIES It is illegal to possess or harvest for private or commercial use: bluehead sucker, -flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains minnow, plains topminnow, suckermouth minnow, brassy minnow, stoneroller, common shiner, river shiner, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, Iowa darter, lake chub, flathead chub and Arkansas River speckled chub. PROHIBITED SPECIES The following species or their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and their habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by the DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release any of these species:· piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bighead.carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, zebra mussels, quagga mussels. FISIHNG CONTESTS Fishing contests cannot be promoted, conducted or offered if the purpose is to take mark~ or. tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing 'Yithout approval by the DOW. Application and a nonrefundable $20 fee must be made to the DOW at least 60 days before the contest . Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests are not permitted on §treams, rivers or other flowing water or a Gold Medal Water. Contests for trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed primarily as a catchable fishery. All regulations remain in effect. Public fishing areas will stay open to public fishing without charge regardless of contest fee or other charges. Comniercial and private lakes licensed by the DOW are exempt RELEASING TAGGED FISH It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish other than for approved contests into public waters. Tbe·DOW can release fish for research and management. Tagged or marked fish also can be released in public waters for scientific research projects with written application and approval by the DOW at l~t 30 days before release. Il,LEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH It is illegal for anyone other than the DOW or someone with an aquaculture license, stocking permit or private or commericial lake license to stock or release fish species into waters of the state. Illicit stocking is a growing problem and can have far-reaching effects on fish populations. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fishes through predation and competition and often impede efforts to recover native fishes. They also have had detrimental effects on sport fisheries. It is illegal to move fish from one water to another. Live release must take place in the water of catch unless otherwise authorized. 7 �DONATING FISH Edible portions of game fish may be donated to a like-license holder anywhere or to another person at the recipient's home. Donor and recipient are subject to bag and possession limits. The recipient is deemed to have a "like-license" if he/she has a Colorado fishing license. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH Wtldlife in this brochure, or any portion of game fish, transported or exported within or from this state must be accompanied by the license holder. Wtldlife shipped by common·carrier must be accompanied by either the license or a photocopy of the license and donation certificate if one is needed. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE If substantial numbers of fish are in-imminent danger of being lost, notice will be given that fish can be taken by licensed anglers by hand, dip nets or methods approved by DOW. '- RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH Fish to be released MUST be released alive immediately in the same water where caught. Returning fish alive is not as simple as it sounds: There are ways of handling fish that can kill them. Follow these steps to ensure the best chance of survival for the fish: 1. Do not play fish to exhaustion. 2. Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing the hook. 3. Remove the book gently; do not squeeze the fish or place your fingers in its gills. 4. If deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull the hook out. • 5. Release the fish only after its equilibrium is recovered. If necessary, gently hold the fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release the fish in quiet water. 6. If fishing is in catch-and-release waters, strongly consider using barbless hooks. GOLD MEDAL WATERS Gold Medal Waters are hikes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for Jrophy trout fishing. For descriptions of Gold Medal Waters and fishing restrictions on these waters, refer to the alphabetical list in this brochure. Gold Medal Waters include parts of the: Animas . River; Blue River; Colorado River; Fryingpan River; Gore Creek; Gunnison River; N. Delaney Butte Lake; North Platte River; Rio Grande; Roaring Fork River; South Platte River, including Middle and South forks; Spinney Mtn. Re~ervoir and Steamboat Lake. • MASTER ANGLER AWARDS The Master Angler Award Program recognizes anglers who catch trophy-sized fish whether they keep the fish or not. There are categories for fish-that are kept and released. Awards are based on fish lengths, not weight. Fish must be entered within 60 days of being caught and be accompanied by an application, a photo or witnessed by two people, For information, write Master Angler Award Program, DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver 80216. ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT Zebra mussels are an exotic species that has spread across the eastern U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra mussels haven't been found in Colorado, but are transported Qn boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully and wash them with bot water before entering Colorado. Also clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between bodies of water in Colorado. Livewells should be emptied and cleaned. HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF WHIRLING DISEASE Anglers can help prevent whirling disease from spreading in Colorado by following these basic guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots, fishing equipment and anything that comes in contact with mud-dwelijng worms that can hold the WD parasite. 2. Drain boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders that can hold the parasite. 3. It is illegal to transport fish between bodies of water. • .• • • 4. Don't dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of water or sink. 5. Never transport aquatic p\ants, and clear all equipment of weeds after every use. 8 �9THER LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Feder~ and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams 'passing through hatchery properties, but not through the hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Only people designated by the U.S. Fish & Wtldlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans in a federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps or seines set by the DOW is prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain State School Trust lands are open to public fishing under leases with the DOW. See the current State Trust Lands brochure for those properties open to wildlife recreation. R is illegal to hunt or fish on State Land Board lands not leased by the DOW without first obtaining permission from the lease holder. STATE PARKS A parks pass is required on every vehicle entering a state park. For questions Qn fees or other information about state parks, call 303-866-3437 or check its website, www.parks.state.co.us. To order a parks pass, call 1-800-678-CAMP. • ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK • Special regulations apply. Contact entrance stations or park headquarters for a list of current regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license in your possession to fish in the park. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA . Snowmobile gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on the frozen surface of Blue Mesa Reservoir. U.S. FOREST SERVICE Fishing regulations in national forests in Colorado are determined by the DOW. For fishing restrictions in national forests, check the alphabetical listing in this brochure. For boating restrictions on national forest lakes and reservoirs, contact the local USPS office. • MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS Fishing regulations exist for waters on U.S. military lands and Indian reservations. Contact individual reservations directly for details. Southern Ute Indian 1iibe P.O. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, (970) 563-4525 Ext.417 Ute Mountain 1iibe Towaoc, CO 81334,.(970) 565-3751 Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recorded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife office). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719)-333-3336 BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Statewide bag limits for specific game fish species are listed in the chart on previous page. Some game fish species are not on the chart and have no·bag limits. In addition.some species are prohibited to take or have restrictions. Refer to ."Special Conditions and Restrictions" section. Some waters also have more restrictive limits than listed on the chart. Check the "Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties" for specific restrictions. If a water is not on the list or if no bag limit is specified, the statewide limits apply. Fish caught and placed on a stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to the water immediately count in the daily bag or possession limit. Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the ppssession limit until consumed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit. DAILY BAG LIMIT -Max. number of fish you can take in 1 day regardless of disposition of fish during ·that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - Max. number of fish allowed in possession at any 1 time, including in the field, while transporting, at home or other place of storage. 9 �BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, SPLAKE, ARCTIC CHAR. GRAYLING, SALMON (except kolwnee) ln aggregaie* ...................................................... Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 .............................................................................Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches or less statewide ........................................................... ..1O KOKANEE SALMON, •Angling. snagging statcwide .......................................................10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, •Statewide, in aggregate* ..............................................................5 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages, in aggregate* ........10 LARGEMOUTH. SMALLMOUTH. SPOTTED BASS. •Statewide, each species ................................................................S •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drninages, in aggregate* ....... .10 WHITE BASS. WIPER, •Statewide. in aggregate* ...................... ....................................... 10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of Republican drainages ................................20 CHANNEL CATFISH. BLUE CATFISH, BULLHEAD •Statewide. each species ...............................................................10 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages ................................20 BLACK and WHITE CRAPPfE •Statewide. each species ...............................................................10 •Arkansas. S. Fork of Republican drainages................................20 YELLOW PERCH, BLUEGILL. HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, ORANGESPOTIED SUNFISH. PUMPKINSEED. SACRAMENTO PERCH. •Statewide in the aggregate* ................. .......................................20 TIGER MUSKIE statewide ...................................... l fish, 36 inches or longer SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN ............................................Unlimited •Except in Colorado Rirer Drainage in aggregate.......................20 BULLFROGS ........................................................................ Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) ..................................................Unlimited AQUATIC TrGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less than 5 inches WHITEFISH, GAME SUCKERS, NORTHERN PIKE .......Unlimited *In aggregate means the limit ma) consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. 10 �USE FEES REQUIRED Lon Hagler, Jumbo Reservoir and Prewitt Reservoir stale wildlife areas Annual pemtlt, License holders ................................................................$5.00 Annual permits, all others ................................... ,..................................$20.00 One-day use permit ..................................................................................$3.00 Replacement permits ................................................................................$5.00 l. No motor vehicle can be brought into a wildlife area that requires a use foe \\ ithout u DOW pem1it displayed in the lower right comer of windshield. Vehicles without windshields arc special cases, but evidence of permits is required. Perrnits are not required for vehicles on offici:.t.l business. 2. An annual use fee permit authori.1.cs motor vehicles Lo enter wildlife areas. For people with a Colorado fishing; small game hunting: combination fishing and small game hunting; lifetime fishing and small game hunting license; lifetime low-income or a free fishiug license, the vehicle owner may purchase a permit for $5. flor all others, the annual pemlit is $20. One pemtlt covers all designated areas. 3. A one-day use fee permit is $3. aull1ori1ing motor vehicles ro enter a wildlife area. It is good for the day used until 12 noon the next day. 4. If the motor vchide for which an annual pem1it was issued is sold or traded, or the p,;nnit is lost or destroyed that year, a duplicate may be obtuined after signing an affidavit. Replacement permits are $5. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS Special regulations are based on well-founded principles of fish management. The purpose is to provide the best fishing yet maintain the long-tenn welfare of fish species. Special regulations include bag Limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring I.hat certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. Wild Trout and Gold Medal water designations and other regulations are designed to highlight quality fishing opportunities whi le protecting and enhancing fish. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit, anglers are requested lo reduce I.heir harvest The Division of Wildlife is requesting that anglers practice a voluntary, selective harvest approach to fishing. Selective harvest mainUlins a Colorado tradition of harvesting some fish while voluntarily releasing others. Anglers nlso are encouraged to fish with barbless hooks to help ll1e survival of fish that are released. DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on all lands, waters, the frozen surface of waters. rights-of-way, buildings or devices under the DOW 's control. You wiU also find regulations for individual properties in alphabetical order in the list that follows this section. 1. To enter, use or occupy any area when posted against entry, use or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy any area for any commercial purpose to conduct land, water, oil, gas or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3. To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established roads or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers musl obey Colorado motor vellicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph where not posted. 5. To leave camp, tent, shelter, motor velticle or trailer unattended more than 48 hours. or lo camp or lo park a travel trailer or camper on a state wildlife area more than 14 days in 45-day period. 6. To establish a pem1anent structure or plant vegetation. Only portable blinds. tree stands and steps may be erected on state wildlife areas. No nails may be driven into trees. Man-made materials used for blinds or tree stands must be removed IO days aft.er the end of the season when they are used. 7. To remove, modify or des troy a building, water control device, fence, gate, sign, survey or sec- ll �Jion marker,. vegetation- or object of archaeological, geological or historical value. 8. To litter, leave fish, ysh entrails, human excrement, waste water, containers or toxic substances, to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to a Division-controlled area for disposal or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. 9. To build a fire without ways of preventing it from spreading or to leave a fire unattended. 10. To allow livestock to graze or range. Horses, mules, llamas and burros may be used in wildlife recreational activities. 11. To possess or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal controlled substances. 12. To permit dogs, cats or other domestic pets to run· at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while actively hunting, while training dogs for hunting or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes or pits. 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, at anchor, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW boat ramps or docks in conflict with boaters or as posted. -..___ 16. To snorkel, scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mask, swim fins, snorkel or air tanks. The exception is where swimming is permitted, when the location is properly identified by a "divers . down flag" and when the scuba diver has a valid S.C.U.B.A. diver's certificate issued by a recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization. • 17. To engage in any unlawful conduct. 18. To use an air or gas-inflated floating device for transportation on or across the surface of the water unless the device is of multi-compartment construction and has a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-compartment air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designated swimming areas. ,.~ 19. To promote, sponsor or conduct boat regattas or other non-wildlife oriented group activities. 20. To land aircraft. • 21. To leave decoys or anything used as decoys in the field or on water overnight. 22. To swim, except in designated waters or in authorized water contact activities. 23. To discharge a firearm or bow in parking, camping; or picnic areas. 24. To fish in rearing ponds or raceways on a DOW property. 25. Violators may be required to leave the property. 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. All certified materials must be clearly marked by the certifying state or province. People who transport these materials on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt from this regulation. Also exempt is hay produced on State Trust Lands leased from the DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap, unless trapping is done according to state statutes and wildlife regulations. 28. To conduct field trials or group dog training without first obtaining a field trial license. LIMITS TO PUBLIC USE 1. The DOW can limit public use of properties up to 60 days depending on: location and size of the area; location, type and condition of roads, parking areas and the number and type of sanitary facilities; number of people the area can tolerate without significant degradation to wildlife resources and public or private property; ensuring public safety, health and welfare. 2. WJien a limit is established, areas will be posted, indicating the number of people permitted. It is illegal to enter areas posted as fully occupied or after being advised by the DOW that it is full. 3. The DOW can waive these _restrictions for day use by organized, supervised groups whose numbers exceed the limit. Written approval must first be obtained from the appropriate DOW regional mgr. • 12 �ALPHABETICAL LIST OF WATERS & PROPERTIES WATERS: These waters are subject to more restrictive regulations than the standard bag and possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours or have other rules set by the WIidlife Commission. If a specific water doesn't appear in this list, statewide regulations apply. PROPERTIES: In addition to restrictions-listed above, certain state wildlife areas and Division-controlled lands and waters have specific restrictions indicated in the following list. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. DOW properties include state wildlife«reas (SWA) and state fish units (SFU). Other properties fall under different jurisdictions, which may have additional regulations. HANDICAPPED ACCESS: Access for people with disabilities varies at state wildlife areas. Contact DOW's offices for information on accessible facilities, trails and programs. Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately . Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann lakes) -Adams County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1S inches long. ADAMS SWA •• Routt County - RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Nov. 15 - July l. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in hunting upland birds. e. Vehicle access prohibited beyond parking .area. . l!)Adobe Creek Reservoir (Blue Lake) • Bent & Kiowa counties From Las Animas, go 15 miles Non Cty.Rdl0 to propertY,. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. • RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: Trotlines and jugs permitted. Agnes Lakes (Upper & Lower) • Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish.: Akron City Lake - Wuhington County a. Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is 1S inches long. ·Alberta Park Reservoir• Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. ALBERTA PARK RESERVOIR SWA • Mineral County From South Forlc, go 18 miles Won Hwy.160 to Wolf Creek Ski Area, drive through parking lot, then continue 1.7 miles on USFS Rd.391 to reservoir. 240 acres. • -FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA - Park County From Alma. go 1 112 miles N on Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.4, then 1/4 mile NW to property: FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping. FACILITIES: rest rooms, campsites. RESTRICTIONS: Paintball shooting prohibited. ALMONT TRIANGLE SWA • Gunnison County From Almont, go 3 miles N on Hwy.135 to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. 20- March 31. American Lakes (Snow Lake & Michigan Lakes) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 13 �b. Bag-and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. ANDREWS LAKE SWA - San Juan County From Durango, go 39 miles N on Hwy.550 to access road, then 112 mile E to property.. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking,. wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River- La Plata <::ounty, GOLD MEDAL WATER From Lightner Creek to Purple Cliffs:· a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Creek to Ptuple Cliffs, GOLD MEDAL WATER. Antelope Creek West - Gunnison County ~ a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must 1}e returned to the water immediately. Antero Reservoir - Park County From Hartsel, go 5 miles SW on Hwy.24 to reservoir. 5,000 acres. ---....,_, HUNTING:waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. Apache Creeks, North and South - Huerfano County a. Fishing prohibited above the USFS boun~. • APISBAPA SWA - Las AnlmaCJ County From Walsenburg, go 18 112 miles NE on Hwy.lffto the property sign, tum SE and go 20 miles past Mica Butte to property. 7,935 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, tmkey, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. . Arapahoe Bend Natural Area (Bass, Beaver, Cormorant, Snapper ponds) - Larimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and lmgemouth bass is 15 inches long. Arapahoe Creek - Grand County From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS 125: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Archuleta Creek - Saguache County On the Coleman Ranches:· a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Arkansas River - Chaffee, Fremont & Lake counties From the Hwy. 24 rivet overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch as posted: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 1 fish under 12 inches long. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida, 7 112 miles downstream to Badge.r Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures· only.. b. All rainbow trout musrbe returned to the water hnmediately. Arkansas River, Middle Fork of the South Arkansas - Chaffee County From headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA- Prowers County From Holly, go 4 miles E on Hwy.SO to Cty.Rd39, then 3/4 mile S, across canal, then 112 mile W to property. 98 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. ARKANSAS RIVER/SALIDA SWA - Chaffee_ County From Poncha Springs, 4 miles Non Hwy.285, 1/8 mile Eon Cty.Rd.165. Parking area at Wend From Salida, NW on Hwy.291 3 1/2 miles, 3/4.mile Son Cty.Rdl50, 1/2 mile SW on Cty.Rd.166 to N bank of Arkansas River. Parking on E side of road. 27 acres. . . FISIDNG: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (Note: ~hing access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs.) 14 �ATWOOD SWA- Logan County From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy.6 to Cty.Rd.295, then 1/2 mile S to property. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dov~. waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife.viewing. • • • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms 9r bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. . d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. : e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season, opening day and first weekend of the late plains rifle deer season. Augustora Creek -· Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be ret_umed to the water immediately. Aurora (Senac) Reservoir -Arapahoe County ,-' a. Bag and possession limit for trout~ 2 fish. b. The minimum size for lmgemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. d. Boating prohibited, except for non-motorized vessels and vessels with electJ:ic motors. BADGER BASIN SWA- Park County . From Hartsel immediately E and W along Hwy.24; directly N ofHartsel; and immediately N and S along Hwy. 9. 22 miles offishing access. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River and Middle Fork and South Fork of the South Platte River. a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. , e. Public access allowed only from designated parking areas and prohibited beyond the fenced and posted easement • BANNER LAKES SWA - Weld County From Hudson, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.52 to property. 934 acres. HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. F A ~ : rest rooms. RESTRiCTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited from opening of the first regular duck season to last day of waterfowl season. . . b. Boating· prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and belly boats. . c. Camping prohibited. _ d. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. Paintball _shooting prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. f. Field trials may be authom.ed Feb. March and April only. No more than 4 field trials per year, except the number of·group training events not limited. g. Public access prohibited from the first day of the regular waterfowl season to the first day of pheasant season except for waterfowl hunting Sat, Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. Reservations required for waterfowl hunting during this period. Call 1-800-846-9553'. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may result in forfei~ of future reservations. Check in, check out required. h. Public access prohibited N of Hwy.52 April 1-July 15. i. Horseback riding prohibited. j. Bicycling prohibited._ . k. Dog training permitted north ofHwy52 during Feb., March, July 16-Aug. 31 only. Dog training permitted S of Hwy52, Feb. l-Aug .. 31 only. Bani Creek • Clear Creek County . From headwaters downstream to west fork of Clear Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. .Barker Reservoir - Boulder County a. Ice fishing prohibited. 15 �Barr Lake -Adams County From Denver. go NE on I-76 to Bromley Ln., then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd., then 1/2 mile S to • entrance. HUNTING: waterfowl reservation system. Contact the Division ofWtldlife for information. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, inteipretive program. picnicking, hiking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. . BASAI:.T SWA - Eagle & Pitkin counties (Christine, Toner, Peachblow, 7 Castles, Schuck • units) TONER UNIT: From Basalt,.go 3.2 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fryingpan Rd.) to signs, then N to unit 2,577 acres. ' CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy.82 to dirt access road, then N to unit. 2,230 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk; bighorn sheep, blue grouse. FISlilNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. 0 RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Alcohol prohibited on shooting range. b. Boating prohibited on Lake Christine. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile of Fryingpan River. d Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and J days after the seasons. • • e. Except for Lake Christine and rifle ranges, 'public use prohibited Dec. I-April 15. f. Frres prohibited. g. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept only. h. Water activities prohibited on Christine Lake. ·i. Dogs prohibited except as in "g." j. Mountain bikes prohibited. Bear Creek - Conejos County . From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Bear Creek - Jefferson County From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to B~ Creek Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2 fish; c. All-rainbow trout must be·returned to the water immediately. Bear Creek - Mon~ County From headwaters downstream to Dolores River: a. Artificial flies and lures only: b. 8ag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and l ~ only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek, West - Gunnison County "'- a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Beaver Creek ~ Mineral County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BEAVER CREEK SWA - Fremont County From Canon City, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Hwy.67, then 9 miles N to Cty.Rd132 ~ property. Alternate Route: From Skaguay Dam, downstream 12 miles on trail to Beaver Creek. 2,120 acres. HUNTING: deer, bighorn 'sheep, rabbit, turkey, dove. . FISlilNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble) - Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile Eon Cty.Rd.3 to property. 41 acres. FISlilNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. . RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft. 16 �b. Camping prohibited. _ c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. . . d Fires prohibited. e. Vehicles prohibited on dam. BEAVER CREEK RFSERVOIR SWA- Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 miles SW on Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.360 (Beaver Creek Rd.), then 6 miles S to reservoir. • FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgi:ounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RES1RICTIONS: a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct 1-Dec. 31. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. d Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. . BEAVER RF.SERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) - Gunnison County From Paonia, go east on 0-50 Drive to FS Rd 710 and take to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. • HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWJ\- Larimer County a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled, wind or electric motor. BELLVUE SFU- Larimer County N of Ft. Collins on Hwy.287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on Cty.Rd.28 to unit 58 acres. RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RES1RICTIONS: • a. Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. . Bennett Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BERGEN PEAK SWA - aear Creek & Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 4 miles N on Hwy.74 to Hwy. 103, .then 5.9 miles W to Stinton Rd, then 2.2 • • miles E to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. ·RES1RICTIONS: . a. Public access by foot or horseback only. _b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. Big Bend Creek - LaPlata County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to tbe water immediately. BIG BEND SWA • Chaffee County • From Mt Shavano Fish Hatchery, NW about 6 miles along Arkansas River. Access from Mt. Shavano NW on Cty. Rds. 160, 163 &-166. Access from N end from Poncha Springs, 4 miles N on Hwy. 285, 1/8 mile Eon Cty.Rd.165. Arkansas River fishing access only. Big Creek l..aJ(e (Lower) - Jackson County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) or splake is 1 fish. _ b. All lake trout and splake between 22 & 34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. BIG MEADOWS RESERVOIR SWA - Mineral County From South Fork, go -11 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.410, then 2 miles W to reservoir. . FISHING: coldwater lake. • . RECREATION:-wildlife·viewing. FACll.ITIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. BIG THOMPSON PONDS SWA- Larimer County From Loveland, go 5 miles E on Hwy.402 to I~ Frontage Rd., then 3/4 mile N to interstate underpass, left through underpass, then 1/4 mile N to property. 51 acres. • HUNTING: rabbit, dove, wateifowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife.viewing; FACILITIES: rest room. • RESTRICTIONS: 17 �a. Minµnum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohi~ited except for belly boats used for fishing. c. Camping prohibited. . d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting-prohibited. e.· Dog training prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or ·authorized by a night hunting permit . h. Horseback riding prohibited~ i. Bicycle riding prohibited. Big Thompson River - Larimer County . From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BILLY~CREEK SWA- Mo~trose & Ouray counties . BilLY CREEK TRACT: From Montrose, go 16 miles Son Hwy.550 to the State WIidlife House, then tum left to tract • COLONA TRACT: From Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy.550 to Government Springs Rd., then 2 miles W to signed access road. • CARMICHAEL TRACT: From Montrose, go 2:1 miles S on Hwy.550 to access road, tum left, go through ranch yard, then continue 1 1/4 miles' on main road to access road. BECKETI' TRACT: From Montrose, go 18 miles S on_Hwy.550 to access road, tum left, then 112 mile to tract 950 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping, biking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited on Colona Tract . .b. Public access prohibited Jan. 1:-March 31. DOTER BRUSH SWA - Moffat County a. Public access prohibited Jan. 15-April 30. b. Camping prohibited.. c·. FtreS prohibited. d. Vehicle access restricted to Moffat Cty.Rds 59 and.143. 8lack Hollow Creek - Larimer County . Froin headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. BLACKTAIL CONSERVATION EASEMENT- Routt County, 610 acres. a. Public access prohibited Dec. I .:May 31. b. ,Access by foot or horseback only June 1-Nov. 30.. Blanca WIidlife Habitat Area (BLM Ponds) -Alamosa County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches lo~g. b. Fishing prohibited Feb.15-July 15. BLISS SWA - Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 41 miles W to property. 352 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, blue grouse. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Boat launchings and takeouts prohibited. b. Paintball shooting prohibited.. • • Blue Mesa Reservoir - Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. From reservoir and in its inlets at the reservoir high-water mark upstream to the bridge at • Hwys.50 and 149, snagging forkokanee salmon permitted Nov.l-Dec.31. c. From Coal Creek inlet at Blue Mesa Res., fishing prohibited from the high-water line at reservoir upstream I ·mile, Jan.I-June 30. • d. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) is 8 fish. Blue River - Grand & Summit counties a. Fropi north inlet at Cty.Rd3 (3 miles N of Brec]µmridge) downstream.to Colorado River, excluding Dillon Res. and Green Mountain Res. upstream to the first Colo. 9 bridge: 1. Artificial fliefand lures only. . • b. From north inlet at Cty.Rd.3 (3 mil~ N of Breckenridge) downstream to Dillon Res.: . . 18 �1. Bag and possession limit and minimum sizefor trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long\ 2. FISbing prohibited Oct 1-Jan. 31. c. From Dillon Dam downstream to north city limits of Silverthorne: 1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . d From north city limits'of Silverthorne downstream to Colorado River, excluding Green Mountain Res.: 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. e. From Green Mountain Res. upstream to first Hwy. 9 bridge over Blue River: 1. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept l-Dec.31. BLUE RIVER SWA- Smnmit County BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 17 miles N on ·Hwy.9 to unit 82 acres. EAGLE'S NEST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit. 29 acres. SUTION UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail at Blue River Unit. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prob.Ibited. b. Discharging fireatms or bows prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d Fuewood cutting prohibited. • e. Vehicle parlring overnight prohibited. Bobtail Creek - Grand County . From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. BOD() SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go I -mile S on Hwy.160/550 to Cty.Rd.211, then 1/4 mile W to eastern boundary. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when bunting. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. . • • d Fues prohibited. . BOEDECKER RF.SERVOIR SWA- Larimer County From Love~d, go 2 .miles W on Fust St to Cty.Rd.21, then 112 mile S to res. 308 acres of water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIF.S: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. FJ.Sbing prohibited·from boats Nov.I to end of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. d Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. . · f. Horseback riding prohibited. g. Sailboards prohibited. b. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by night bunting pei:mit • . • . Bonny Reservoir - Yuma County a. Minimum size for smallmouth an~ largemouth bass is 15 inches-long. • b. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.ril. BOSQUE DEL OSO SWA- Las Animas County . From Trinidad, take Exit 14A off 1-25. Go west on Hwy. 12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access direction signs between Weston and Stonewall. Property on south side of highway. 30,000 acres. HUNTING: Deer, elk, bear, turkey, small game. FISHING: Cold-water stream. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Public. access prohibited Dec. I-March 31, except licensed big game bunters and one nonbunting compamon. • b. Campfires prob.Ibited except in designated areas and fire·structures provided by DOW. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except while bunting. 19 �d Camping prohibited outside de&ignated areas except by hunters during hunting seasons. e. Parking allowed only in designated areas. f. Leaving unattended food or garabage prohibited unless in bear-resistant manner. g. ~ g prohibited on S. Forlc of Pmgatoire River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend h. Artificial flies and 1~ only on south and middle forks of Pwgatoire River within SWA. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. i. Snowmobile, motorized and· all-temrin vehicles and bicycles on established roads or trails may be prohibited when necessary to protect wildlife and prevent resomre damage. Closures will be posted. Boss Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout ~ust be returned to the water immediately. Boulder Creek - Boulder County From upper end of Ebin Fme Parle (in city of Boulder) to 55th St: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Boyd Lake - Larimer County a. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long. BRAVO SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at Sterling exist, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy. 6 to Cty.Rd.370, then 1.7 miles NE to property. 1,082 acres. . • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, pheasant, turkey, dove, waterfowl. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Frres prohibited. . d. Field trials may be authomed Feb., March and Aug. only. Field trials limited to 1 per year. e. Target practice prohibited except when authomed by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited the opening weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season, opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. BROWER SWA- Weld County From Evans, go 1 mile E on 37th St to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RFS1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting Septl-Feb.28. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited March 1-Aug31. BROWN LMmS SWA- Hinsdale County . From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USPS Rd.515 (Hermit Lakes Rd), then 1 1/2 miles W to property. 520 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. FACillTIES: rest room, boat ramp. . RFS1RICTIONS: Camping prohibited. . . BRO~ SWA (North Platte River)• Jackson County North Platte River-: From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then 5.1 miles NW to Cty.Rd18, then 1/2 mile W to property. 1.14 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BROWNS PARK SWA • Moffat County COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to Cty.Rd.10, then 17 miles N to Cty~72, then 9 miles W to the fm;k. Take left fork 4 miles to unit WIGGINS UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW onHwy.318 to Cty.RdlO, then 17 miles N to Cty.Rd72, then 15 miles W to unit 20 �BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy.318, unit is on north side of Hwy.318. 2,226 acres, all units. HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public use prohibited in posted area of Calloway Unit Brush Creek - Eagle County . From the confluence with the Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA- Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles Won Cty.Rd.123, then 2 miles N to property. 461 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth an<hpotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. · d Fues prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA- Morgan County From Brush go S on Clayton SL to check station, then S 2.25 miles to parking area. 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, pheasant, rabbit, deer. Reservation hunting available for waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. c. Feb. I until opening of first waterfowl season, only wildlife viewing permitted with access limited to areas posted to protect nesting waterfowl d From opening of first waterfowl season through Nov. 30, only migratory bird hunting allowed Hunting allowed only Sat., Sun., Wed., Columbus Day (observed), Veteran's Day (observed) and Thanksgiving. Hunters must use designated ponds. Users regulated through a reservation system and a mandatory check-in station at Brush Memorial Park. Maximum number of hunters per pond is 4. For reservations, call l.a.800-846-9553. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations. Hunters must check out by 3 p.m. if property open to hunting the next day. e. Dec.l-Jan.31, only hunting allowed f. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Fishing prohibited. BRUSH SWA- Morgan County From Brush, go 21/2 miles Non Hwy.71 to Cty.Rd.28, then 1 mile N to property. 588 acres. HUNTING:· deer, ~it, 59~1, p ~ turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl RECREATION: wildlife viewmg, hiking. RESTRICTIONS:· a. On Chartier Pond, minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping prohibited. • . c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. d Fu:es prohibited .• e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except with night hunting permit f. 'Iluget practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. . g. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season.. Bull Creek Reservoirs #1 and 111. and Connecting Channels • Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches or longer. BURCHFIELD SWA- Baca County From Walsh, go 11 miles E on Cty.RdDD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail,_ scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Butler Creek - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Buttonrock Reservoir - Larimer County 21 �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag apd possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Fishing prohibited Nov. I-April 30. CABIN CREEK SWA- Gunnison County . From GunmsoD: go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.Rd.10. Go Eon paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8 miles to USFS 604, tum right and ttavel 3/4 mile to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. I-April 30. Canyon Creek - Garfield County From confluence with Colorado River ~pstream to north side of I-70 Bridge: a. Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15. Carnero Creek, North, Middle, South- Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Carter Lake - Larimer County. a. Snagging for kokanee.salmon is permitted Ocll-Dec.31. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Cascade Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cascade Creek - Huerfano ·County a. FIShing prohibited ~ve USFS boundary. Cat Creek, including North and South Forks - Rio Grande County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. CEBOLLA SWA- Hinsdale County . From Powdemom, go 14.7 miles S on Cty.Rd27 (Cebolla Creek Rd) to property. 1,429 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking. CENTENNIAL SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison go 10 miles west Property on north side of Hwy.SO. a. Public access prohibited Dec. I-June 30. b. Motorized vehicle use restricted as posted. C. Camping prohibited. CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA- Weld County a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited. d Recreational horse use prohibited. e. Dogs prohibited except as a hunting aid. Dog ttaining prohibited. ' f. Waterfowl hunters must use designated hunt zones. Hunting with rifles prohibited. Hunting for waterfowl by reservation only. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information; No more than 4 hunters can use a hunt zone. Person making reservation must hunt on property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use reserved hunt zone with applicant . g. Public access prohibited during waterfowl seasons ·except Sat, Sun., Mon., and holidays. h. Public access prohibited March I-Aug. 31 except on ttail designated for wildlife viewing and hunters with a spring turkey license. _ i. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day m;id first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. j. Recreational horse use prohibited. le. Target practice prohibited. . n. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. No motor vehicle access outside parking area. o. Paintball shooting prohibited. CHALK CLIFFS SFU - Chaffee County From Nathrop, go W 2.5 miles on Cty.Rd.162, then N 1/8 mile on Cty.Rd.287 to unit 61 acres. . RECREATION: limited public use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. • Chatfield Reservoir - Jefferson & Douglas counties a. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. b. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 22 �c. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. CHATFIELD SFU • Douglas County S on Santa Fe to Chatfield Ave., tum W on Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res., tum left to unit. RECREATION: limited toUIS. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. . CHEF.sMAN ~ERVOIR SWA • Douglas &Jefferson Counties From Deckers, go 5 miles SW on Jefferson Cty Rd 126 to USPS land, then 3 miles S to res. FISHING: coldwater stream & lake fishing, wannwater. HUNTING: prohibited. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing . . FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. F.IShing prohibited Ian.I-April 30. b. F.IShing prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour befo~ sunrise. , c. F.IShing prohibited on dam and around reservoir as posted. d; Snagging kokanee pennitted Sept l-Dec.31. e. Ice fishing prohibited. f. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. CHEROKEE SWA (Upper, Middle, Lower, Lone Pine, Rabbit Creek milts) • Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse, rabbit, dove. , FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing.• • FACILITIES: rest rooms. RESTRICTIONS: a. Motor vehicles permitted on established roads as posted. b. Public access prohibited Sept 1-May 1, except for hunting and fishing. c. Hunting-and fishing access after last big game season by foot only. d. Horseback and bicycle riding restricted to designated roads and trails, except horses used in hunting big game. e. Paintball shooting prohibited. Cherry Creek Reservoir-Arapahoe County a. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. b. Minimum size for smapmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. F.IShing prohibited from dam and within 100 ft. of dam March lS-April 15, 4•p.m. to 9 a.m. Chinns Lake - Clear Creek County a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures oilly. CBIPETALAKF.S SWA • Montrose County From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy.550 to Chipeta Dr., then 1/2 mile N to property. 12 acres. FISHING: coldwater fishing. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fu:es prohibited. . . c. Field trials may be authorized Feb. Maich, Aug. and Sept only. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk River Fishing F.asement) - l{outt County · From Steamboat Springs, go 7 miles Non Cty.Rd129 (Elk River Rd) to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . • a. Camping prohibited. b. Fu:es prohibited. • CHUCK LEWIS.SWA • Routt County From Hwy. 40, go Son Hwy. 131 to Routt CtyRd.14F. Take 14F W to Routt Cty.Rd14. Go N to parking area. . FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATON: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Overnight parking prohibited. b. Public access ~hibited 10 p.m.- 4 a.m. c. Camping prohibited: d Fu:es prohibited. . . e. bogs prohibited except in hunting waterfowl or dogs aiding the disabled 23 �f. Big game and small game hunting prohibited. g. Waterfowl hunting permitted except within 50 yards of the bridge on Routt Cty.Rd.14F. b. Horses prohibited outside of parking area. • • "i. Bicycles prohibited. . j. Launching float tubes, except those designated exclusively for fishing, prohibited. Chnarron River - Montrose County a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Nov. I - Dec.31. CIMARRON SWA • Gunnison & Montrose counties From Montrose, go 23 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Little Cimarron Rd., then 2 miles_S to access road, then 1 1/l miles SW to property. 6,161 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, ducks, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. FJ.reS prohibited. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. d. Parking in established parking areas only. Clear Creek • La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Clear Creek Holding Ponds -Adams County a. Fishing prohibited, except youths participating in DOW angler education activities. . . CLEAR CREEK RF.SERVOIR SWA- Chafl'ee County From Buena VISta, go 13 miles N on Hwy.24 to Cty.Rd.390, then 1/l mile W to reservoir. 500 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. • . b. Fishing prohibited from dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy.24. c. FJ.reS prohibited. • aear Lake .• Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Clinton Reservoir - Suinmlt County • a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County: • On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water.immediately. COCHETOPA SWA (Coleman) • Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.50 to Hwy.114, then 20_ miles S to Cochetopa Creek. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. d. FJ.reS prohibited. . e. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA • Pitkin County . From Basalt, go 30 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fryingpan River Rd.) to prope~. 330 acres. RECREATION: hunting, wildlife viewing. COLLER SWA - Mineral & Rio Grande counties From South Fork, go 4 112 miles Won Hwy.149 to property. 579 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: pj.cnicking, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: 24 �a. Camping prohibited. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. c. Overnight parking prohibited. Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand and Mesa counties a. From Granby Dam downstream to lower boundary of Byers· Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs at Hwy. 40 bridge,: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From lower boundary of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (Hwy.40 bridge) to Th>ublesome Ck (5 miles W of Kremmling): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All.trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From Th>ublesome Ck downstream to Rifle Ck in Rifle: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks. 1. FJ.Sbing prohibited March- IS - May 15.. e. From the 1-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle downstream to Utah. 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth ·bass, northern pike. walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. Colorado River, (North Fork) includlng Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Reservoir including Columbine Bay to Twin Creek inlet: a. FJ.Sbing prohibited Oct.15 - Dec.31. Colorado Sprinp Water Supply Reservoirs #1. (Boehmer), #4 (Mason), #S (McReynolds) - El Paso & ·Tuller counties a. FIShing prohibited in reservoirs, including inlets, upstream for 1/2 mile and outlets downstream for 1/2 mile in city of Colorado Springs property.. COLUMBINE SWA- Douglas County • a. Discharging firearms prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. • c. FJ.Sbing prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. . e. Public access prohibited in riparian areas to protect Preble's meadow jumping mouse, as posted. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. • . . Como Creek - Boulder County • a. FISbing prohibited. CONEJOS COUNTY PONDS SWA- Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles Eon Hwy.136 to property. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. eiblic access prohibited Feb.15-July 15. Conejos River• Conejos County From lower bridge at Platoro downstream to confluence with S Fork of Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. From Meokhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade campground, a. Artificial flies only. • b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 ir:tches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County From headwaters, including Big Lake, downstream to Rock Lake and outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat must be returned. to the water immediately. CONEJOS:RIVER SWA (Fishing Easements) - Conejos County From Antonito, go 15 miles Won Hwy.17 to Conejos Ranch. Fishing Easements are intermittent for neJCt 16 miles and are signed. . • FISHIN(J: coldwater stream. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Public access prohibited except fishing. Connected Lake - Mesa County • a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. • 25 �Cooper Lake - Blnsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. CORN LAKE SWA- Mesa County • From Oifton at 1-70 Business Exit 1137, go SW on 1-70 Business Loop to Hwy.141 (32 Rd.), then 2 miles S to property. . FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. , Cornelius Creek - Larimer County · From the headwaters to Sheep Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Corral Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Cottonwood Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 1S inches long. CO1TONWOOD SWA- Morgan County From Snyder, go 2 miles Eon Cty.Rd.W.7 to property. 884 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail, waterfowl, dove, rabbit, squirrel, turkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. ·Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prolul>ited. c. Fues prohibited. d Tmget practice prohibited except when· authorized by area wildlife mgr. . e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except when authoriz.ed by night-hunting permit f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and on opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • COWDREY LAKE SWA- Jackson County . From Cowdrey, go 2 miles S on Hwy.125 to property. Alternate Route: From Walden, go 7 112 miles N on Hwy.125. Area enttance W side of road. 280 land, 80 acres water. • HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES:. rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. • Crawford Resenolr - Delta County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 1S inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. c. From the fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to north boundary fence, fishing in the spillway, stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited d. Only 1 northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CREEDE SWA-.Mlneral Co~ty • From Creede, go 1.2 miles E on Hwy.149 to undesignated road, then 112 mile S to Rio Grande. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Croke Reservoir -Adams County . a. The minimum size for smallmouth and lmgemouth bass is 1S inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. • Crosho Resenoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish: 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County 1 a. Artificial flies and lures only. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose County a. Snagging kolqmee salmon pennitted Sept l-Dec.31. CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garli~d County l mile S of Carbondale on Hwy.33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. acres 26 �RESTRICTIONS: • a. FJ.Sbing equipment or waders prohibited. b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. Culebra Creek - Costilla County From the Hwy.159 bridge downstream 3 miles to Jaquez Bridge: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the w.ater immediately. c. Landowner permission on a Colorado Courtesy Card required. San Luis VI.Sitor Center issu~ • courtesy cards. C.uooiogbsrn Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DEADMAN SWA- Prowers County. • · From Granada go N on US Hwy.385, 25 miles to Cty.RdJJ, then 25 miles Eon RdJJ to Cty.Rd.27. Tum S on Rd27 112 mile to parking area. 503 acres. HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl. Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ·Deer Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trou~ must be returned to the water immediately. Deer Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DELANEY BUITE ~ SWA (North, South, Eat) - Jackson County From Walden, go 112 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then go 5.3 miles W to Cty~dl8. Go 4.5 miles Woo Cty.Rdl8 to Cty.Rd5, then 112 mile N to property. 2,620 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse~ sage grouse, waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. ~- Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d. Artificial flies and lures only. . • • e. North Delaney Butte Lake only- GOLD MEDAL WATER: Brown trout 14-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. .. • DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County • _ a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEVD.. CREEK SWA -ArdJ.uleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd627,- then 2 miles N. 561 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, ~uirrel, blue grouse, turkey, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Fu-es prohibited. • . c. Snowmobiles prohibited. DE WEESE ·RESERVOIR SWA- Custer County · From Westcliffe, NW on Hwy.69 for 5 miles, tum N on Copper Gulch Rd. to access rd. 780 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. • RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, camping. HUNTING: antelope, waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. FACil..ITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. DIAMOND J SWA (Michigan River) :. Jackson County From Walden, go Non Hwy.125. Parking areas are 1, 2, and 4 miles N of Walden. 3,129 acres·, 10 miles of river. HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. 27 �FACil..ITIES: city-owned camping. RESTRICTIONS: a On the Michigan River on Diamond J SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Hunting prohibited on property east of Hwy.125. • DIXON LAKE SWA- Larimer County • From 1-25 at Prospect St. exit near Ft Collins, go 7.1 miles Won Prospect St to Overland Trail, then .7 miles S to Rd.42C, then .9 W miles to property. . RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: - a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Hunting prohiJ)ited. d. Paintball shooting prohibited. DODD BRIDGE SWA - Morgan County (See Jean K. Tool SWA) Dolores River - Dolores & Montezuma counties From McPhee Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about l_l miles: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. From the West Fork Dolores River downstream to McPhee Res.: a Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15 - Dec.31 when snagging is permitted. DOLORES RIVER SWA - Montezuma County From Dolores, go~ miles NE on Hwy.145 to property. 57 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. , FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. F~ prohibited. c. F"IShing prohibited in rearing ponds~ DOME LAKES SWA - Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO-to Hwy.114, then 22 miles SE to property. 239 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. ., RESTRICTIONS: a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles prphibited except on Cty.Rds.NN14 and 1500. b. Camping pennitted during waterfowl seasons in designated safety zones only. • c. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in designated safety zones. d. Dogs prohibited except as hunting aid or on leash. e. Public access prohibited except by foot or horseback from established parking areas. f. Vehicle parking only in designated areas. DOME ROCK SWA - Tuller County From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy.67 to intersection at Rainbow Valley~ then 3/4 mile on right fork to access road on right (North Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. HUNTING:· deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. - RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. . d. Horseback and pack animals limited to designated roads and trails except when used as a big game hunting aid • • e. Public access prohibited Dec. 1-July 15 on Spring Creek and Dome View trails and Dome Rock Trail from Jackrabbit Lodge.· . • f. Public access restricted to foot or horseback only from parking lot and trails from Mueller State Park. g. Rock climbing prohibited. Doty Park ~e - Morgan County a. Minium size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth Bass is 15 inclies long. 28 �Doug Creek - Montrose County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA- L!uimer County From Wellington exit on 1-25, go 5.5 miles W, Sand Won Hwy.I to Cty.Rd.15, 1 mile Non Cty.Rd.15 to Cty.Rd.60, then 1/4 miles W to LaVma Drive.Non LaVma Drive to lake. From Ft Collins at Hwy.287 and Hwy.I, take Hwy.IN 4 miles to Waverly cutotf (Cty.Rd.15), Non Cty.Rd.15 to Cty.Rd.60. Then 1/4 miles W to LaVma Drive, N to lake. . a. Hunting prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. c. Boating prohibited if it creates a ·whitewater wake. d. Discharging firearms or bows proluoited. e. Sailboards, sailboats, ice skating prohibited. f. Camping prohibited. • g. Public access prohibited except for fishing 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise, . h. ATVs, dirt bikes and snowmobiles prohibited. i. Paintball shooting prohibited. . DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County • · _ · · • . From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE on USPS access rd to property. 120 acres of water. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACil.ITIES: rest room, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake.. b. Paintball shooting prohibited. DRY CREEK BASIN SWA- San Miguel County From Naturita, go 17 miles Son Hwy.141 to beginning of property, Hwy.141 goes SW through property. . HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. •• RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA- Logan County . From Crook, go 1 112 miles Non Hwy.59 to·property. 1,121 acres. • HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl, deer. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. . d. Field trials JJUlY be authorized Feb., March and Aug. only. -Field trials limited to 1 per year. e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County • . a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 .inches long. DUNE RIDGE SWA- Logan County . From 1-76 at Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W on Hwy.6 to Cty.Rd.370 then 5 miles SW to property. 400 acres. . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squinel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except _when hunting. Paintball ·shooting prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game and· waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend·of regulm: plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • -DURANGO SFU,- La Plata County In Durango, on Animas River. 14 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: visitor's center, limited tours. 29 �FACILITIPS: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. DUTCH GULCH SWA • Gunnison County a ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles restricted to improved road on property. b. Camping prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited' except as an aid in hunting or on a leash. d Fues prohibited. e. Public access prohibited March I-June 15. f. Public access restricted to foot or honieback from designated parking areas. g. Parking ~cted to designated parking areas. • • Eagle River - Eagle County • From Gore Ck downstream to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. EAGLE RIVER SWA (Fishing Leases) - Eagle County From Eagle, go 1 mile E on Hwy.6; continuing 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: non:..motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. · b. Fues prohibited. c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. d Dogs prohibited. • e. Public access limited to designated points as posted to protect private property. East~ Creek - Saguache County a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water i.mme<liately. East River• Gunnison County . a. From upstream property boundary at Roaring Judy SFlJ downstream to Tuylor River: l. Artificial flies only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish under 12 inches long. 3. Toking kokanee salmon prohibited. . b. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet do,wnstream to Roaring Judy SFlJ boundary: 1. FISbing prohibited Aug. 1-0ct. 31. ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR SWA -Archuleta County From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles Son Hwy.84 to property. 211 acres! HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIPS: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Largemouth and smallmouth bass ~15 inches long must be returned to the water immediate~ . • b. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. c. Camping prohibited. d. Fues prohibited. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Elevenmile Reservoir• Park County a Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 4 fish. No more than 2 can be over 16 inches long. c. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Ocll-Dec.31, E (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek· San Miguel County a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ELKHEAD LAKE SWA- Moffat and Routt counties a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. c. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug. and Sept. only. d. Public access prohibited within 50 feet of spillway. • Elkhead Reservoir.• Moffat & Routt counties . Property managed by S.tate Parks. Consult State Parks for additional regulations. a B_ag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. • ELLIOTI SWA-:- Morgan County From Snyder, go 6 miles NE on Cty.Rd.W.7 to property. 2,576 acres. 30 :: �HUNTING: deer, pheasan~ bobwhite quail, rabbi~ squirrel, turkey, waterfowl (reservation water"'. fowl hunting available). • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: duck blinds on the Union Tract RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohjbited. c. Fues prohibited. • d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife n;igr. e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except when authorized by permit f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plams rifle deer season. UNIONTRACT: . 1. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds/zones and check in and out at check station. 2. Public access prohibited except waterfowl hunting on specific dates. . · 3. Waterfowl hunting permitted first-come, first-served, from teal season through end of first split of regular duck season and on specific days through rest of season by lottery. • 4. Waterfowl hunting permitted from designated blinds as posted or within zone for each blind. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. Person making the reservation must hunt property on date reserved. Reservations not tranSferable, but up to 3 guests may use hunt zone with applicant. 5. Max. 4 hunters per blinds/zones. No more than 8 hunters permitted on property at a time. NORTH TRACT: 1. Hunting by reservation. Hunting permitted only Sat, Sun., Wed., and legal holidays. For reser vations, call l-800-846-9553. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future reservations.. 2. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 am. unless authorized by night hunting permit QUINT TRACT: . 1. Landowner permission required to hunt deer as posted. Emerald Lakes (Big & Little) - lllmdale County In Weminuche Wilderness Area a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is 2 fish. 14 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited in Lake Creek inlet 1/2 mile above Big Emerald Lake, Jan.I-July 15. EMERALD MOUNTAIN SWA - Routt County a Public access prohibited Dec. 1-June 30. b. Public access prohibited 10 p.m.-4 a.m. c. Public access by foot or horseback only. d. Access restricted to easement from Chuck Lewis SWA. e. Camping prohibited. f. Fues prohibited. g. Dogs prohibited. ESCALANTE SWA - Delta, Mesa & Montrose counties HAMILTON TRACT: FroJD Delta, go 2.2 miles Won 5th St(G road) to 050 Rd., then 2 miles NW to tract Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles NW on Hwy.50 to tract WWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles Won 5th St (G Rd.) to tract PICKET CORRAL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. • PEACH ORCHARD POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles Won 5th St(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa Rd., then 11 1/2 miles N to tract CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. EAST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles N on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 4 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles Won 5th St(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa Rd., then 11 1/2 miles N to tract WEST WALKER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 17 miles SW into Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd., then 5 miles W, then 1.2 miles N toward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge rds., then 6 miles NE to tract WATERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 3 miles SW into Escalante Canyon, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon 31 �Rd., then 3 miles SW to the Gunnison River, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S. side of Gunnison Rlver (this is a primitive road). 5,019 total acres, all tracts. _ HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. pheasant. dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, interpretive program, historical area. RESTRICTIONS: · a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts during upland game or • migratory bird seasons. _• • b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited on Hamilton and Lower Roubideau tracts March 15-July 31. d On Lower Roubideau Tract hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Evans Oty Lake (Riverside Park) - Weld County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Fawn Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. FINGER ROCK SFU - Routt County acres. From Yampa, go 3 miles Son Hwy.131 to unit 20 FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . • b. Discharging_fireanns or bows prohibited in designated safety zones, as posted. c. Dogs prohibited. d Fll'eS prohibited. FISH CREEK SWA- Dolores County From Dolores, go 12 miles Non Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.535, then 12 miles N to Ftsh Creek access road, then 1 1/2 miles N to property. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbi( blue grouse, snowshoe hare. FISHING: coldwater stream. •• RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. FLAGLER ~VOIR SWA- Kit Carson County From Flagler, go 5 miles E on Rd.4 to reservoir. 400 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. pheasant. dove, waterfowl, turkey. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited during waterfowl seasons except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric ·motors.. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Waterskiing pennitted Sun. and Mon., June 1-Aug31. c. Hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by n;tentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. Florida River - La Plata County a. Snagging kokanee permitted above Lemon Reservoir, Sept1-Dec31. Forbes Park Lake-- Costilla County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Fort Morgan Ponds - Morgan County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mlle Creek - Garfield County From confluence with Roaring Fork River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15. FRANK SWA • Larimer & Weld counties From 1-25 at the Wmdsor exit. go 2.3 miles Eon Hwy.392 to Cty.Rd.13, then 1/2 mile S to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. squirrel, prairie dog, pheasant. dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. On Frank Easement Ponds (N & S), minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 32 �-inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c;:. F.tres prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Camping prohibited. . f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. .• g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established hunt zones. See waterfowl brochure for reservation information. No more than 4 hunters can use a hunt zone. Person making the reservation must hunt on property on date reserved. Reservations not transferable, but up to 3 guests may use reserved hunt zone with applicanl -FRANZ LAKE SWA- Chaffee County From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy.291 to Cty.Rd.1~, then 3/4 mile W to property. Property is SW of Ml Shavano Hatchery. FISIDNG: coldwater lake. HUNTING: waterfowl. FACILITIES: rest rooms. RES'IRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. Fraser River;. Grand County • From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. FRAVEKI' RF.SERVOIR. SWA- Garfield County a. Discharging firearms prohibited. Freeman Reservoir - Moffat County . From 50 yards of either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: Fl.Sbing prohibited Jan.I - July 31. French Gokh - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. FRENCHMAN CREEK SWA (Means) - Phillips County . From Holyoke, go 5 miles W on Hwy:6 to Cty.Rd.29, then 112 mile S to property. 69 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RaCREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. F.treS prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Fryingpan River - Eagle & Pitkin counties From Ruedi Dam downstream to Roaring Fork River (14 miles) -GOLD MEDAL WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout, except browns; must be returned to the water immediately. c. Bag and possession limit and maximum si7.e for brown trout is 2, 14 inches long. Fryfngpan Lakes 2 and 3 --Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. GARFIELD CREEK SWA- Garfield County From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on Cty.Rd.312 to Garfield Creek Rd., then I mile S to property. •13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 7 days before start of regular big game seasons through 7 days after end of regular big game seasons. b. Hunting proln'bited within 75 yards of centerline of Cty.Rds.312 and 328. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d. Public access prohibited Dec.I-July 15, except for spring twkey hunting below junction or small game bunting above junction of Cy.Rds.312 and 328. e. Dogs prohibited except as a bunting aid. f. Bicycles restricted to Cty.Rds.312 and 328. George Creek - Larimer County From the headwaters downstream to Cornelius Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County From Glenwood Springs, go 2.2 miles W along Mitchell Ck to property. 2 acres. REC~ON: wildlife viewing, limited tours. -• 33 �RESTRICTIONS: a Camping proln"bited. b. Dogs prohibited. Golden Ponds Park Ponds #1, #1., 113, l/4 • Boulder County a. Minimum siz.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County From Red Sandstone Creek downstream to Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: a Artificial flies and lures only. ' b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Granby Reservoir, Including Inlet streams - Grand County • a Bag and possession limit for trout, except lake trout, and kokanee salmon is 4 fish, singly or in the aggregate. Sept I-Dec. 31, bag and possession limit for kokanee is 10 fish b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Only one can be over 20 inches long. c. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . _ d. Snagging kokanee ~tted in Granby Res. only Sept.l-Dec.31 except Columbine Bay. e. fJ.Shing prohibited m Columbine Bay from inlet of Twin Creek upstream, OctlS-Dec.31. f. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. .( ,. Grand Lake - Grand County . - a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 4 fish, only 1 fish over ~ inches. Oct I-June 30, all lake trout 26-36 inches must be released immediately. b. Ice ~ g shelters must be portable. • c. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. GRANADA SWA (formerly XY River Tract) - Prowers County From Granada go N on Hwy.385, tum E on Half St (first road N of railroad) go 1.5 miles. Acres: 3,672. • HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, deer. FISmNG: wannwater fishing in Arkansas River. RECREATION: wildlife observation and photography. RESTRICTIONS: a Fll'es prohibited. b. ·Camping prohibited. c. Vehicle parldng only in designated areas. d Motor vehicles (including OHVs) prohibited, except on access ro~ to parking areas: e. Oosed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. GRANDVIEW PONDS SWA • Adams County In Thornton at 104th Ave. & Colo.Blvd FISlilNG: wannwater. RECREATION: hiking, picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass. is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited. c. Camping prohibited. d Disclwging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. • f. Hunting prohibited. g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. h. Pets prohibited • L Trapping prohibited except by permits, issued first come, first served GRANITE SWA ~ Chaffee. County From Buena V1Sta, 17 miles N on Hwy.24. Access from Chaffe Lake county line downstream to 1/4 mile below Granite Bridge. FlSbing access only. • FISlilNG: coldwater fishing on Arkansas ·River. Green Mountain Reservoir - Grand & Summit counties a Snagging for kokanee permitted Septl-Dec. 31. Green River• Moffat County . . a No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow peICh or crappie. GRIEVE RANCH CONSERVATION EASEMENT· Routt County a. Fll'es. prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting. c. Firearms prohibited except for hunting. d Camping prohibited except in developed campgrounds. e. Snowmobiles, ATVs and motorcycles prohibited. 34 • �f. Coinmercial use prohibited. . g. Woodcutting and g~th~ring prohibited. • h. Public access prohibited on hay meadows N of Cty.Rd.129. • i. Fishing access to Little Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-water line on either bank. • • • Griffith Reservoir~ Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession and minimum size for trout is 2 ~h, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek - La Plata County . . . From inlet of Vallecito Reservoir upstream: Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15-Jan. 31 when snagging is also permitted. • • , Grizzly· Creek • Garfield County From Colorado River upstream 112 mile: Fishing prohibited March 15-May 15. GROSS ~ERVOIR SWA- Boulder County • RESTRICTIONS: a. Bc;>ating and floating devices prohibited. . b. Paintball shooting prohibited. Groa.Reservoir - Boulder County a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging ko~ee permitted Sept. 1-Jan. 31. GROUNDHOG ~RVOIR SWA-Dolores County q From Dolores, go 25 miles N on USFS Rd526 to USFS Rd533, then 5 miles NE to reservoir. FISIDNG: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Fishing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inle~ upstream 112 mile April 15-July 15. Gunnison River -· Delta, Gu.mµson & Montrose counties a. From East and Taylor rivers downstream to bridge crossing Cty.Rd.10: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . . 2. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow. troa:t must be returned to the ·water immediately. .. b. From East and Taylor rivers do:wnstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir at Hwy.SO and Hwy.149, including all tributary canals and diversions: 1. Taking kokanee prohibited Aug. 1-0ct. 31. 2. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Nov. 1-Dec. 31. c. From Hwy.135 bridge _1.5 miles N of Gunnison down~tream to Hwy.SO bridge: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3: Rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately.• d. 'From Blue Mesa Dam downstream 225 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. . e. From closure signs below Blue Mesa dam to Marrow Point Res. Dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. 1-Dec. 31. f. From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted.· · • . g. From closure sign below Morrow Point dam downstream to Crystal Res. dam: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1-Dec. 31. h: From Crystal Res: dam downstrel;Ull 200 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. . . i. From 200 yards downstream of Crystal Res. dam to North Fork of Gunnison River - GOLD · •MEDAL WATER & WilD TROUT WATER: 1. Aitificial flies and lures only. 2. Brown trout 12-16 inches must be returned to water immediately. 3. Bag and possession and size limit for brown trout is either: '• 4 fish, no greater than 12 inches long, or . b. 3 fish less than 12 inches and 1 fish at least 16 inches long. 4. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately. . . j. From Uncomp~gbre River downstream to Colorado River: • 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemoa:th bass, sinallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. a • GUNNISON SWA- Gunnison County · 35 �From Gunnison, go 6 miles.Won Hwy.SO to property. 2,800 acres. HUNTING: deer, e]k, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse. · FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing; RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Dec. 1-March 31. b. Camping restricted to designated areas. c. Beaver Creek Trail restricted to foot or horseback. . GUNNISON JliyER. SWA (Van Tuyl & Redden) - GunnJson County • • • From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.Rd.13. Tum left and go 1/4 mile to where the road jogs left and becomes Gunnison city street of 'lineup. navel W .3 city blocks to Palisade city park. Parking on N side of park. Area accessed by foot 1/2 ~e W of parking lot. HUNTING: deer. • • • FISHING: coldwater stream.· . RECREATION: hiking, 'wildlife viewing. FACll..ITIES: parking area. . . RESTRICTIONS: Public access by foot only. GYPSUM PONDS SWA- Eagle ·eounty 1.:.70 to the Gypsum exit, take the S side frontage rd. of 1-70 E to parking area. 90 acres. HUNTING: deer;waterfowl. FISHING:·coldwater stream, coldwater lake. • RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: parking area. • RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . . c. Dogs prohibitedMarch 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. d. Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. J Bahn Creek - Rio Blanco County . • a. Artificial fies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returqed to the water immediately. HALLENBACK RANCH SWA - Lake County . RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. . c. Public access prohibited Dec. 1-March 31 and on W 1/3 of property, as posted, April 1-June 15to protect wintering and calving elk. Hamilton Creek~ G~d Co~ty . . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately, Hanging Lake - Garfield County a. FlSbing prohibited. Harvey Gap State Park- Garfield CQunty a. Minimum size for smallmouth and lrugemouth bass is 15 inches long._ b. Bag and possession limit for catfish is 2 fish. . Hat Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cu~at trout must be returned to the water immediately. HAVILAND LAKE SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 18 miles Non Hwy.550 to USFS Rd.671, then 1/2 mile E to property.208 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, boating. . FACillTIES: campgrounds, rest room, drinking water, gravel boat ramp. . RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. Haxtun Oty Lake (Gun Club Lake) --Phillips County . . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Headache Creek -Archuleta County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. HECKENDORF SWA - Chaffee County _ F~m Buena YISta, go 5 miles N on Hwy.24 to Cty.Rd361, then ,1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: e]k, deer, small game. ' RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. 36 1 i' �RESTRICilONS: Camping prohibited. Hermosa Creek, East Fork - LaPlata County From its headwaters downstream to Sig Creek: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be _returned to the water immediately. Hermosa Creek, South Fork - LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ffidden Lakes - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout mustbe returned to the water immediately. mGEL SWA-Alamosa County . RESTRICilONS: . a No public access Sept I-Feb. 14, except Sats., Subs., Weds. and legalholidays. b. Public access also prohibited Feb. 15-July 15 to protect nesting water birds. <;. Special uses during·closnres can be approved for educational or scientific uses. d. Area wildlife mgr. may authorize special use of area during closures. Highllne Reservoir - Mesa County • • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. IIlmes Creek - Archuleta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Hine Lake - Jeft'erson County •. a Minimum size for largemouth bass is ~8 inches long.. HOHNHOLZ LAKES SWA - Larimer County From Hwy.14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles Non Laramie River Rd. (Cty.Rd.103) to enttance. 80 acres of water, I mile of river. • • HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. ·RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms. RESTRICilONS: • . a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Laramie River camping area c. Public access prohibited on Grace Creek road Dec.l-Aug.15. d. Sailboards prohibited. _ • e. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Hohnholz Lake 113: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. HOLBROOK RF.SERVOIR SWA - Otero County From Swink, go 3 miles N on Cty.Rd.24.5 to Cty.Rd.FF, then 1/2 mile E to reservoir. 670 acres. FISHING: warmwater. . • . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowi. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICilONS: Hunting prohibited in safety zone on SW side of residence, as posted./ HOLLY SWA- Prowers County . From Holly, go I mile N on Cty.Rd.34 to property. 55 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holton Lake #1 - Washington County a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Holyoke City ~ (Lions Club Fis~ Hole) - Phillips County • a Minimum size for sniallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. HOLYOKE SWA - Phillips County . From Holyoke, go 4 miles Son Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.14, then 4 miles W to property. 80 acres. ·HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, deer. . . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICilONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Ftres prohibited. _ c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. 37 �HOME LAKE SWA- Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 1 1/2 miles E on Sherman Ave. to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind, electric motor, or motorboats as provided in b. and c. below. . . b. Motorboats up to 10 horsepower may be permitted. . c. Motorboats, 10 horsepower and larger allowed 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. d Public access prohibited sunset to sunrise except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting permit . . · Homestake Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Reservoir Inlet ditch) - Park County a. FIShing prohibited. HORSE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Thnber Lake) - Bent & Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 miles N on Hwy.109 to Cheraw, then 2 miles Eon Cty.RdJJ.5 to Cty.Rd33, 7 miles N to reservoir. 2,603 acres. FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. !I'rotlines and jugs permitted. b. Public access only for fishing or boating. • Horse Pasture Pond (see Watson Lake SFU) - Larimer County HORSE THIEF CANYON SWA- 1\fesa County . I-70 W to Fruita exit, from Fruita exit take Hwy.340 S 1 mile to property sign, take access road 4 miles to property. HUNTING: waterfowl, dove, deer, coyote, rabbit, quail, pheasant FISHING: ·warmwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Ftshing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted to protect endangered fish; b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloading rifles. e. Hunting prohibited Saturdays, except opening weekends of soµill game and waterfowl seasons~ All other Sa~days, hunting restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be.. accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only 1 mentor per youth. _ f. Public ~ s prohibited 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. except for fishing. g. Mandaticy check statjon. h. Quail hunting prohibited. . i. Waterfowl hunting prohibited Wed-Fri.-exceptThanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year's Day. . j. Waterfowl hunting allowed only from designated blinds as posted. Permit required for specific blind. No more than 4 hunters per blind. Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano County . a. Minimum. si7.e for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir - Larimer County • • • a. Ftshing prohibited in inlet March 15-May 31. • b. Minimum. si7.e for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum. si7.e for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d. Minimum. si7.e for walleye is 18 inches long. HOT CREEK SWA- Conej~ County . From Monte VISta, go 20 miles ~ on Hwy.15 to access road, then 5 miles W to property. 3,494 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Jan.1-April ·30. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA- Grand County JENNY Wil.LIAMS UNIT:. From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Cty.Rd.50 (E end of the Colorado River bridge), then 2 miles S to unit. • . �. . BYERS (;ANYON RIFLE RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 4 miles Won }{wy.40 to range (N side of highway). l3REEZE UNIT: About 15 miles W of Granby on Hwy. 40 past Parshall, .5 mile to property. Look for mile marker 196. Turn left 1/4 mile. past marker for parking or continue W 3/4 mile for additional parking. Unit is 11.5 miles W of Kremmling. BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at E end of bridge. . • . • HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE RANCH: From HQt Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won . Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at W end of bridge. PAUL F. GILBEKf FISHING AREA: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to W end of Colorado River bridge, then S to area. LONE BUCK UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3.5 miles W on Hwy.40 to unit (S side of Hwy). 1,173 total acres, all units. KEMP UNIT: From Granby, about 14.5 miles Won Hwy.40, tum left on Cty.Rd. 3 and drive over Colorado River bridge. Turn right on second road or go another .5 mile and tum right for parking. Unit is 12 miles E of Kremmling. . HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, ~nowmobiling, wildlife viewing, photography, shooting range. FACILITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. • RF.STRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Creek Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. b. Discharging firearms prohibited in Beaver Creek Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds arid Paul F. Gilbert Fishing Area. . • c. Public access prohibited on Byers Canyon Rifle Range between sunset and sunrise. d. Public access on Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be prohibited to protect wintering big game. Huerfano River• Huerfano County • From headwaters downstream to USFS boundary: a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. HUERFANO SWA • Huerfano County From Gardner, go 13 miles Won Cty.Rd.580. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. HUGO SWA • Lincoln County CLINGINGSMITH 1RACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles Son Cty.Rd.109, 2 1/4 miles Eon Cty.Rd.2G to tract 2,240 acres. HUNTING: d~r. antelope, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest ropms. • RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibi~d. Jlunt Lake• Chaffee County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. HUNT SWA • Garfield County • From llli}e, go 2 miles E to Mamm Creek exit Take frontage road W 1 mile to· property. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream.· RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. Illinois River • Jackson County • On Macnaughton SWA: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. INDIAN RUN SWA • Routt County From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy.317 to Cty.Rd67, then 6 miles S to property. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. IRVINE SWA • Jackson County ~mm Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd12, take Rd 12, 5.1 miles W to Cty.Rd18; take Rd.18, 4.5 miles W to ~.W.Rd5, take W.Rd.5, 15 miles SW to Cty.Rd22, take Rd.22, 2.5 miles 39. �to property. 0.7 miles of river.. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a Raspbeny Creek and Norris Creek on Irvin~ SWA: I . Artificial flies and lures only. 2..Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish.' b. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville, and Odd Fellows SWAs: I. Artificial flies and lures orily. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Camping prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. .. JACKSON LAKE SWA- Morgan County From 1-76 at the Hwy.39 exit, go 7.4 miles Non Hwy.39 to Hwy.144, then I mile NE to Cty.Rd5, then 3.8 miles N to Cy.Rd.CC, then 1 mile W to Oy.Rd.4, then 1/4 mile S to property. 394 acres: HUNTING: pheasant, waterfowl; dove, rabbit, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat ramp) . .RESTRICTIONS: a Fishing prohibited Nov.I through last day of regular waterfowl season, except fishing permit.. ted from dam through Nov.30. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Camping prohibited. · · • d. Hunting prohi~ited from frozen surface of the lake and elsewhere as posteo. e. Fires prohibited. • . f. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Target p~tice prohibited except when authorized by ~ wildlife mgr. h. Minimum size limit for walleye and·saugeye is 15 inches long. i. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. Jackson Lake State Park. - Morgan County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . .. b. Minimum size llinit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. • d. Fishing in. outlet cUtch immediately below dam and around rotary screen prohibited. e. F"'ishing prohibited Nov, I-last day of regular waterfowl season, except fish4tg permitted from dam through Nov. 30. f. Ice fishing in designated areas only. Jackson Gulch Reservoir':' Montezuma County a No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. JAMES M. JOHN SWA- Las Animas County From Raton, NM, go 7 miles on NM Hwy, 72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 12 miles to Lake Dorothey SWA. then NW 2 miles on unmarked trail to top of Fishers Peak Mesa. 8,200 acres. HUNTING: Elk, deer, bear, mountain lion, small game, turkey. . • RECREATION: Wtldlife viewing, mountain biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited within I00 feet of streams.. b. Public access prohibited Dec. I-April- I. c. Public access restricted to foot or horseback. d. Hunting access restricted during regular rifle deer and elk seasons to big game-only, by drawing. • • JEAN K. TOOL SWA- Morgan County . From FtMorgan, go 4 miles NE on I-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd., then 1 3/4 miles N to property. 903 ~~ • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. • • • . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 am. except when authorized by night hunting permit e. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deei: season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. . 40 �JENSEN SWA- Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd.30. property begins at P)'.Rd.30 and Hwy.13. 5,955 acres~ HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear. rabbit. blue grouse. waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. . b. Public access prohibited Dec.I-July 15. • JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Res. #1 and 2) - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Hunting prohibited. d Camping prohibited. e; Fues prohibited . .f. Boating. floating. swimming and wading prohibited. g. Ice fishing and all public.access to frozen surface of lakes prohibited. h. Pets, domestic animals prohibited. i Motorized, non-motorized vehicles prohibited. j. Firearms prohibited. . Jim Creek -. Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Mancos, go 5 miles NE on Hwy.184 to Cty.Rd.40. then 4 miles N to res. 120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwaterlake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing.. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: ,l3oating prohibited if it causes a whitewater wake. Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County From Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Hwy.14: a. FJ.Sbing prohibited Jan.i-July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Joe Wright Resenoir - Larimer County •a. Artificial flies and lures only.· b. Bag and possession limit is for trout is 2 fish. c. No size limit for grayling. Standard aggregate bag limits for trout apply. JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA- Bent County • • •From Las Animas. go 20 miles E on Hwy.SO to Hasty, 2 miles S of Hasty to res. 22,325 acres. HUNTING: deer. rabbit, squirrel. pheasant. bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION:· power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping; biking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. b..field trials may be authorized Eeb.• March, Aug. and Sept only. c. Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season as posted to pro\:'ide for waterfowl resting. JOHNSON VILLAGE SWA -· Chaffee County . • From Hwy. 24 bri~ge over Arkansas River, on east side of river downstream .5 mile. Fishing access only. • FISHING: coldwater stream. . JULF.sBURG SWA (Julesburg and Ovid Leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 112 mile S on Cty.Rd.29 to property. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. squirrel. pheasant. bobwhite quail, dove, turlrey, ducks. RECREATION: biking, wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . . • • • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. ~aintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. 41 �e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day· and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. JUMBO RESERVOIR SWA- Logan & Sedgwick counties From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd.95, then 2 miles N to res.· 1,703 acres. • HUNTJNG: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISIIlNG: warmwater. RECREATI;ON: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Annual or daily use fee permit required. See "Use Fees Required'' section. b. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inc~es long. d Minimum size limit for crappies is 10 inches long. . e. Fishing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south dams or 50 yards of outlet tower Oct 1 through fast day of waterfowl season. f. Boats prohibited wi~ 50 feet of outlet structure.· g. Boating prohibited Oct 1 through last day of regular goose season. Hand-propelled craft may .be used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl h. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lalre. 1 i. Waterskiing prohibited before 10 a.µi. 'and after 7 p.m. Fri., Sat, Sun. and Mon. of Memorial Day weekend. j. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. .k. Vehicles limited to 250. • 1. Paintball shooting prohibited. JUNCTION BUTTE SWA- Grand County From Kremmling, go 3 miles S on Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.387 (dirt road), then 1/2 mile E to property. · HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Hang gliding prohibited. c. Vehicles prolu"bited except day after Labor Day through last day of regular big game season. Juniata Reservol,r - Mesa County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit ~ be longer than 15 inches. KARVAL RESERVOIR SWA- Lincoln County From Hwys.94 and 109, go S 10 miles on Hwy.109 to property. 235 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FAClLITIES: rest room, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by band, wind or electric motor. Kelly ~e - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. KEMP- BREEZE SWA- Grand County RESTRICTIONS: • a. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted to ages 15 and under and mobjlity impaired anglers restricted to wheelchair. . b. Breeze Unit hay meadow wetland closed March 15-July 15. Kerr Lake - Conejos .County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Ketner Lake - Jefferson County • . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collins Environmental Leaming Center Lake) - Larimer County • a. Minimum size for ~outh and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • Kinney Creek - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. KINNEY LAKE SWA - (fol'!lerly Hugo SWA) - Lincoln County 42 �KINNEY LAKE TRACI': From Hugo, go 14 miles Son Cty.Rd.lOCJ to Cty.Rd2G, then 2.5 miles E to Cty.Rd.2J, then 1 mile E to ttacl 320 acres. • HUNTING: small game, waterfowl, antelope, deer. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: wildlife observation, camping, photography. • RESTRICflONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. • Kitson Reservoir - Mesa County . a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA- Park County · • . From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.285 to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RF.STRICflONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, South Forlc. a. Camping prohibited • • . b. Fues prohibited c. Public access prohibited beyond 25 feet from centerline of stream. d Paintball shooting prohibited KNUDSON SWA- Logan County From I-76 at the Sterling exit, go 1/2 mile W to Cty.Rcl370 (information center, museum), then 1 mile SW to.property. 581 acres. HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICflONS: a. Camping prohibited b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited c. Fues prohibited. d Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • e. Deer hunting On easement by landowner permission only. KOA Lake - Boulder County • • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA- Weld County From Wmdsor at Hwys.392 & 257, 3 miles S on Hwy.257 to parking area S of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. RESTRICflONS: a. Public access prohibited sunset to sunrise. b. Hunting prohibited. c. FISbing prohibited d. Camping proln'bited e. Fues prohibited f. Dogs must be on leash. g. Paintball shooting prohibited. Lagerman Reservoir- Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LAJARA ~VOIR SWA- Conejos County From Monte VISta, go 20 miles Son Hwy.15 to access road, then 10 miles W to reservoir. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. •• FISHING: coldwater lake. ~REATION: wildlife viewing. FACll.ITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LAJARASWA-Conejos County From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Road to property. 2,808 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICflONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. b. Vehicles prohibited Dec.1-April 30. Lake Arbor - Jefferson_ County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye is 15 inches long. - LAKE BECKWITH SWA- Pueblo County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited 43 �b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by band, wind or electric motor. c. Hunting prohibited. . . d. Fires prohibited. LAKE DOROTHEY SWA- Las Animas County From Raton, New Mexico, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles to property. 4,804 acres. .• . . • HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey. ASHING: coldwater lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll.JTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. In Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck and all drainages into lake: artificial flies and lures only. b. Camping prohibited within 200 yards of Lake Dorothey or 100 feet of streams except in designated areas. • c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows for hunting. d Hunting big game prohibited except archery. e. Public access by foot or horseback only from established parking areas. f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. LAKE FORK OF THE GUNNISON RIVER SWA (F1shing Emements).; Hlnsdale County From Lake City, go 5 3/8 miles Non Hwy.149 to S end of easement ASHING: coldwater stream. RF.STRICTIONS: a. From.the headwaters downstream to wateifall at Shennan: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From inlet of Lake San Cristobal upstream to first bridge crossing: 1. Artificial flies only. c. From High Bridge Gulch downstream to BLM boundary below Gate CG and from Cheny Creek to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. , 3. All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately. d. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cheny Ck: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. From Argenta Falls downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: 1. Snagging k.okanee pemritted Septl-Dec.31. LAKE HENRY SWA- Crowley County . From Ordway, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.96 to Cty.Rd.20, then 1 mile N to. property. 1,350 acres. HUNTING: wateifowl. all lands above high-water line are private. Permission to hunt required. ASHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACll.JTIES: boat ramps, campsites. • LAKE IRWIN SWA- Gunnison County From Gunnison, go N to Ohio Creek Rd(730) to Kehler Pass Rd.(12), continue N to USPS Rd826, 1.5 miles to lake. ASHING: coldwater lake RECREATION: camping fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCF.SS: Limited to summer travel, usually July to October. FACll.JTIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms. Lake Isabelle - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. LAKE JOHN SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12W, then 8 miles W to Cty.Rd.7, then 7 miles N to property. 565 water acres, 282 land acres. HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. ASHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. . . FACILITIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables. 44 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. b. Camping in established areas only. c. Waterskiing prohibited. • d Sailboards prolu"bited. Laramie River - Larimer County • Within Hohnholz SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas Won Hwy.194, 4 miles,-N on Cty.Rd.5.5 to unil 69 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. LEAPS GULCH SWA • Gunnison County From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.RdlO. Go Eon paved road to where USPS 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFS 743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited Dec. I-April 30. Uttle Green Creek • Grand County a. Artificiai flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be .returned to the water immediately. LITfLE SN!I{E SWA • Moffat County From Maybell, go 17 miles N on Cty.Rd 19. Cty.Rd 19 runs through property. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rab~it, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. • •• RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods 3 days before beginning of regular big game seasons through 3·_days after end of regular big· game sea- sons. Uttle Vasquez Creek • Grand County From Denver Water Board diversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOMA BOAT LAUNCH SWA- Mesa County . . From Fruita, take 1-70 to Loma exit (#15), then go 1.2 mile S on frontage rd., till'n sa 1/2 mile to Colorado River. • RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing.• FACil..ITIES: boat ramp, rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prolu"bited. • b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Launching, using peISOnal water craft (jet skis) prohibited. d Park in designated areas only. LON HAGLER SWA • Larimer County From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles Won Cty.Rd.14W to Cty.Rd.21S, then 11/2 miles N to property. 181 acres. FISIDNG: warm.water, coldwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing, archery range, nature trail. FACil..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Annual or daily use permit required. See ''Use Fees Required" section. b. FJ.Sbing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond c. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and lmgemouth bass is 1S inches long. d Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Camping prohibited. • f. FJreS prohibited. g. Horseback riding prohibited. h. Target ~tice prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Sailboards and sailboats prohibited. j. Bicycling prohibited. k. Dog training prohibited except Sept 1 to last day of waterfowl season. 45 �LONE CONE SWA- Dolores County From Noiwood, go 1.5 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.610, then 24 miles S to property. S,030 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, blue grouse. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: two-horse corrals, domestic well water; campsites. RFSTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. LONE DOME SWA- Dolores & Montemma counties . From Cortez, go 21 miles Non Hwy.666 to Cty.Rd.DD, then I-mile Eto Cty.Rd.16, then 3 miles N to access road. then 1.5 miles E to Bradfield Bridge. 1,724 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, turkey, dove. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds. RFSTRICTIONS: a. Overnight parking prohibited except in designated areas. • b. Fues hibited. • L O ~RFSERVOIR SWA- Larimer County . From Campion, go 3 112 miles Won Cty.R414W to Lonetree Dr., then 1 mile Son access road to reservoir. 502 water acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: warm.water. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RFSTRICTIONS: a. F1Shing prohibited from boats Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season. b. FlShing prohibited in outlet canal as posted ., c. Minimum size (or smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. d Minimum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long.. c. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. f. Boating prohibited if it creates a-whitewater wake. g. Camping prolnbited. . . h. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Fues proln'bited j. Horseback riding prohibited. . k..Public access prohibited in heron nesting closure area as posted. l. Sailboards and sailboats prohibited. m. Public access prolnbited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise daily except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting permit n. Bicycling prohibited. o. Dog training prohibited except Sept. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pass Creek) and Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Long Lake - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures. only. b. Bag and possession- limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Fishing prohibited in outlet stream of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake to Long Lake, May I-July 15. Longmont Fairgrounds ~ e - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Warm.water fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos Creek - Saguache County On Coleman Ranches: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County From headwaters to Weminuche Wtldemess boundary: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. •Lost Trail Creek - Gunnison County a. Artificial flies and lures only. 46 �b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. LOWELL PONDS SWA • Adams County In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RF.sTRICTIONS: a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. c. Boating prohibited on Sheets Lake. d Camping prohibited. • e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited f. Dog training prolnbited. g. Fires prohibited. . h. Hunting prohibited. . . L Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. j. Trapping by permit only. McCall's Lake - Boulder County . , a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. MCCLUSKEY SWA- Delta County From Paonia 's Onarga Ave., go S on 4100 Rd, whichbecomes 4050 Rd At end it forks; turn left on L30Rdtoproperty. • HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, ~bit RF.sTRICTIONS: • 111 a Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fires prohibited d Public access prohibited except to hunt, fish or trap. e. Public access prohibited from day after regular big game season to April 30. McKay Lake -Adams County • a Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Largemouth bass must be returned to ~e water immediately. .McMurry Ponds - Larimer County • a Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. McPhee Reservoir - Montezuma County a Minimum size for smallmouth and lalgemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sepll-Dec.31. c. No daily bag and ~ o n limit on yellow perch. Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a Bag and possession limit for largemouth bass is 2 ~MANVILLE SWA- Jackson County . From Walden, go .5 mile Won HwyJ4 to Cty.Rd.12W, take Rd12W 5 miles W to Cty.Rdl8, take Rd 18, 4.5 miles SW to Cty.Rd.5, take Rd.5, 1/8 mile S to property. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. • • . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. - RF.sTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Roaring Fork Creek on ~e. Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 ti$h. Martin Lake - Huerfano County a Minimum size for smallmouth,-largemouth and spotted bass is 15 ·inches long. May Creek - Larimer County a Fishing prohibited from headwaters to Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County • _a Artificial flies and lures only. b.-All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meadow Creek, East - Eagle County a Artificial flies and lures only. .. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Meclano Creek -Alamosa County • a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. 47 �MEEKER PASTURE SWA • Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 1.5 miles.Non Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd.8, then 2 miles E to property. 48 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. MEWN VALLEY SWA • Otero County _ RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited except youths 15 years old and younger and their mentors. . Mentor must be 18 years or older, comply with hunter education requirements and accompany youth • while hunting. No more than l mentor per"yo~th. • MEREDITH RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County From Ordway, go 3 miles Eon Cty.RdG to Cty.Rd.21, tum right into property. HUNTING: squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. • FISHING: wannwater. RE~ON: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a Public access prohibited exceprto retrieye downed waterfowl Nov.1 through last day of waterfowl season as posted. b. Trotlines and jugs permitted. MESSEX SWA • Logan & Washington counties From 1-76 at the Merino exit, go 2 miles N to Hwy.6, then 1.75 miles NE to Cty.Rd.R, then 1.5 miles N, then .5 mile W to property. 680 acres. HUNTING: deer, pheasant, turkey, quail, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing.• RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibite4 except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Landowner pennission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted. f. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season· and opening day and first weekend of late. plains rifle ~r season. g. Public access prohibited 9 p.m.-3 am. except when authorized by permit • h. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sepl only. Field trials limited to 1 per year, and require landowner permission on easement 1nals in Sept must be incidental to field--. trial on adjacent private property. Middle Creek, East .. Saguache County From headwaters downstream to waterfall 2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MIDDLE TAYLOR CREEK SWA- Custer County From W~tcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd. to property. 486 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: "camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. MIKE HIGBEE SWA- Prowers County From Lamar, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.SO to property. 876 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek - Saguache Creek a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. MJ;RAMONTE ~ERVOIR SWA- San Miguel County From Norwood, go 1.5 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USPS Rd.610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd), then 17 miles S to res. 831 acres. • HUNTING: waterfowl . FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, wa~g, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, sheltets,. well with potable water. • • • RESTRICTIONS: �a. Camping prohibited except in designated· areas. b. Dischargirig firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting waterfowl.· C. Waterskiing prohibited 6 p.m.-10 a.m. • d. Waterskiing and jetskiing prohibi~ except in designated areas. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA- Weld County From Greeley, 5 miles E on Hwy.263 to property. 13 acres. • HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . . . b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting.•Paintball shooting prohibited. C; Fires prohibited. Mitchell Creek - Garfield County From headwaters to upper boundary of Glenwood Springs SFlJ: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned t9 the water immediately. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA- Mesa County RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited except for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping prohibited. c. Frres prohibited. . d. Firearms prohibited except for (a) above. e. Pets, domestic animals prohibited. f. Motorized, non-motorized vehicles prohibited. Montgomery Reservoir - Park County a. Ice fishing prohibited. ~ b. FJ.Sbing prohibited on south side of reservoir and from west face of dam as posted. c. FJ.Sbing prohibited Dec.1-May 31. • MONUMENT LAKE SWA- El Paso County In Monument, Wof 1-25 on Cty.Rd.105, W. on 3rd St, Won 2nd-St at post office, cross railroad tracks to Mitchell entrance. Fishing access only. FISIDNG : cold water lakes. FACILITIES; rest rooms. Monument Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Octl-Dec31. Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison & Montrose counties a. Snagging kokanee permitted Septl-Dec. 31. Mount Elbert Forebay Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. Lake trout 22-34 inches_ must be returned to water immediately. • .MOUNT 'EVANS SWA- Clear Creek County . . From Denver, take 1-70 W to Evergreen Parkway exit, go 6 miles S on·Hwy.74 to Evergreen Lake, tum right on Upper Bear Creek Rd., 6.5 miles to Cty.Rd.480, go right on Cty.Rd.480, 3 miles to property. 3,438 HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, blue grouse, rabbit. FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping limited to 5 days in 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. b. Dogs prohl"bited except for hunting' or on a leash. c. Public access prohibited Jan.1-June 14. • d. Groups of 25 or more must obtain a permit; 1 group at a time. e. Vehicles prohibited day after Labor Day-June 14 except during regular rifle deer. and elk ~seasons. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. acres. · MOUNT OURAY SFU - Chaffee County From Salida, .5 mile NW on Hwy.291, .5 mile Won Cty.Rd154, 1.25 miles NW on Cty.Rd.160. 231 acres. • - FISHING: coldwater stream, Arkansas River (access may not be on both sides of river; check for signs). MOUNT SHAVANO SFU - Chaffee County From Salida. go .5 mile NW on Hwy,291 to Cty.Rd.154, then .5 mile W to unit 186 acres. FISIDNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. • \ 49 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tows. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. MOtJNTAIN HOME RESERVOIR. SWA- Costilla County •• From Ft Garland, go 2.5 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Trinchera.Ranch Rd., then 2 miles S to lcehouse • Rd., then 1 mile W to N entrance; or continue 1 mile S to S entrance. • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife vi~wing._ FACll..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: Wate~g prohibited. MURPHY SWA- Jackson County • From Walden, go 1 mile E oh Cly.Rd 12 to property. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited. NAKAGAWA SWA- Weld County From Kersey, go 5 miles Eon Hwy.34 to Cty.l~d.61, then 2 miles N to property. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. • . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited C. Fires prohibited • NARRAGUINNEP RESERVOIR. SWA- Montezuma County From Cortez, go 11 miles NW on Hwy.666 to Hwy.184, then 2 miles E to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lalce. RECREATION: powed>oating, sailboating,_ sailsurfing, waterskifug, picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited b. Fires prohibited. c. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sll:l)Set to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. Native Lake-Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures .only. b. All trout must be retupied to the water immediately. Navajo Lake - Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ Navajo Reservoir -Archuleta County a. 1iotlines permitted. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept 1-Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp and mooring cove only. . . _ . • Navajo River -Archuleta and Conejos Counties 1. From headwatem downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Nee Noshe, Nee Gronda & Nee So Pah ( Sweetwater, Jet) Res. • Kiowa County a. Trotlines and jugs permitted. Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. No Name Creek - Garfield County • From Colorado River upstream .S mile: Fishing·prohibited March 15-May 15. Nolan Creek • ·Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the ·water immediately. NORTH FORK SWA- Larimer County • F.rom Drake, go 1/4 mile Won Devil's Gulch Rd. to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except for fishing. NORTH LAKE SWA • Las Animas County From Trinidad, go 35 miles NW on Hwy.12 to property. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife vi~wing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area. 50 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. • d. Fires prohibited. North Platte River - Jackson Co1lllty a. On Brownlee, Manville and Verner SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. From Southern· boundary of Routt National Forest io Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Shields Ponds - Larimer County . . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inc~es long. •NORTII STERLING RESERVOIR SWA ._ Logan County From Sterling at Hwy.14,·go 8 miles Non 7th Ave. to Cty.Rd.46, then 2 miles W to Cty.Rd.33,-then 1 mile N to property. 264 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING:wannwatet RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, photography. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 5 fish, 15 inches long . . b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. . . d. Bo~g prohibited Nov.I through last day of regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand· allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. e. Hunting from dam prohibited. . f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife ingr. Paintball shooting prohibited. . . OAK RIDGE SWA - Rio Blanco County • BEL AIRE UNIT: From Meeker, go 21 miles Eon Cty.Rd8 to Cty.Rd.17 (Buford/Newcastle Rd), then 1 112 miles S to unit ~ AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1.5 miles N on Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd~S, then 19 miles E to unit . • SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles Eon ~.Rd.8 to. unit SLEEPY CAT FISHING EASEMENT (see White RiverO: From Meeker, go 17 miles Eon Cty.Rd.8 to Sleepy Cat Gµest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove; waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RE~ON: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a Sleepy Cat Ponds Unit and Sleepy Cat fishing easement closed except for fishing. b. Public access prohibited Dec.I-July 15 on Oak Ridge Unit c. Hunting prohibited except archery S of Cty.Rd8, west of Oy.Rd 17, and N and E of Cty.Rd.10. d. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. . , . e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jetskis prohibited. Boating permitted only if it .does not create white-water wake. • - • ODD FELWWS SWA -· Jacbon County . From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then 5.1 miles Won Cty.Rdl2 to Cty.Rd18, then 4.5 miles W po Cty.Rd.18 to Cty.Rd.5, then 1.5 miles SW on Cty.Rd.5 to Cty.Rd.22, then 2.5 miles on Cty.Rd.22 to property. Access also at Irvine SWA. .7 mile of river. ·FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: .. a. Camping prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. 51 �c. Roaring Fork Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA - Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on Cty.Rd.7 to res. 8 acres. FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, hiking. . RESTRICTIONS: Discharging firearms prohibited. ORDWAY RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County From Ordway, go 2 miles Non Hwy.71 to res. (W of Hwy.). 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping. • FACillTIES: rest rooms: RESTRICTIONS: Discharging firearms prohibited. Osler Creek • Conejos County • a Artificial flies and lures only. b. AU cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Overland Trail Pond - Logan County a. Minimum size .for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. OVERLAND TRAIL SWA- Logan County . From Atwood go .5 mile Son Hwy.63 to Cty.Rdl6, then E .5 mile to enttance. 192 acres.. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. • . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Reservations required. Call 1-800-846-9453. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than 2 days in advance. Failure to cancel reservatio~ may cause forfeiture of future reservations. • b. Property limited to 4 groups or vehicles. Max. 4 people per group. •c. WIidlife viewing pennitted June I-Aug. 31 only SaL, Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. · d During rifle deer season, property open only to deer hunting on opening day or first Sat., first Sun., and first Wed. e. Turkey hl,IIlting allowed opening day, Sat, Sun., of turkey season. f. Camping prohibited. . • g. Frres prohibited. • . h. Discharging bows, firearms prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. i. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. j. Public access by foot only. k. Dog training prohibited. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA- Jackson County . From Walden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.25, then 6·miles SW to property. 920 acres. HUNTING:· deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. . • • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir - Gunnison County From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilling basin: a Fishing prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA- Garfield County RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prohibited. . c. Swimming prohibited. d~ Roat tubes pennitted only for fishing. PARVIN LAKE SWA- Larimer County From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles E on Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater Jake. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS:. a Artificial flies anci lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • • Fishing in inlet (Lone Pine ~reek) prohibited from lake upstream to Cty.Rd74E, (Red Feather c. 52 �Lakes Rd.) as posted. . d Boating prohibited except for belly boats for fishing. e. FJShermen must enter on foot th.rough gate ·at check station and must check in and out at check station when open. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Ptm Creek· Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. PASTORIUS RESERVOIR SWA - La Plata County From Durango, go 8 miles Eon. Hwy.160 to Hwy.172, then 2 miles S to Cty.Rd.302, then 1 mile S to Cty.Rd.304, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 85 acres. , HUNTING: waterfowl FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. _ RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ranip. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. _ d Discharging firearms or bows proliibited except when hunting. e. Frres prolubited. f. Hunting prohibited except Sat, Sun. and Wed Pasture Creek • LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Pearl Lake - Routt County • • Including inlet stream for .25 mile above inlet, and outlet stream :25 mile below outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish-18 inches long. Pella Croalng Rec. Area ponds (Sunset, Heron, Webster ponds) • Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All ·smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately. Pennock Creek - Larimer County • . From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Trail (USFS 928): Fishing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA • La Plata County TRACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles Won Hwy.160 to Cty.Rd207 (Lightner Creek Rd), then 2 miles N to Cty.Rd208. TRACT B: From Durango, go 5 miles Won Hwy.160 to Victory Coal Mine, then .5 mile Non , access trail (th.rough private property). 13,442 total acres, both tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, turlrey, black bear. RESTRICTIONS: • . - a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk.seasons. b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Public access prolubi~ E of Cty.Rd.208 and N of Hwy.160, April I-July 15. d. Public access prohibited from last day of deer and elk seasons to March 31. e. Snowmobiles prohibited. f. Frres prohibited. . PICEANCE SWA • Garfield & Rio Blanco-counties SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles W on•Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd.5 (Piceance Creek Rd.), then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. , . SQUARES SUMMER RANGE:·From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty:Rd.5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 17 miles S to Cty.Rd.26 (Black Sulphur Creek Rd.), then 20 miles W to E .entrance boundary. • YELLOW CREEK UNIT: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 6 miles S to Cty.Rd.20 (dirt road), then 5 miles W to Yellow Creek Rd. LITILE Hll.LS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meelrer, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd5 (Piceance Creek.Rd.), then 7 miles S to Dry Fork tum-off, follow signs to station (3 miles): HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. Piedra River - Archuleta County . From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd631 (Piedra Rd.) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch . ' (LS miles above Hwy.160): �a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Piedra River, East Fork - Mineral County a. .Artificial flies and lures only. b. All.cutthroat trobt must be returned to the water immediately. . Pikes Peak North Slope Res. (Crystal, N Catamount & S Catamount)- El Paso & Toller Ctys. a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. •b. North Catamount Res: artificial flies and lures only. ~ PEAK SWA-Tuller County From Gillette, go 2 ip.iles S on dirt road, then 1.5 miles E to Bison Res. (NE of res.). 635 acres. HUNTING: bighorn sheep. . . , RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited April I-July 15. Pit'D Pond - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth ~ass is 15 inches long. PITKIN SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, ;o 14 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Quartz Creek Rd., go 14 miles E to Parlin and tum N to Pitkin. Unit is m Pitkin. 48 acres. . FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing; limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Fishing prohibited except in Quartz Ck. • b. Dogs prohibited. PLATEAU CREEK SWA - Mesa· County • •From Grand Junction, go Eon 1-70 to exit #49, then 8 miles Eon Hwy.65 to Hwy.330, then tum left to Sumiyside Rd., 1/8 mile N to property. 1,346 acres. ' • HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle mnge. RESTRICTIONS: Vehicles prohibi~ Dec.I-Aug. I. PLAYA BLANCA SWA -Alamosa County RESTRICTIONS: Public access in designated areas Tues., Thurs., and Sat,. Nov. 1-Jan. 30. PONY EXPRESS SWA- Sedgwick County . From 1-76 at Julesburg exit (#180), go .1 mile Non Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.28, then go 1.5 miles Won Cty.Rd28 to service road, then go .1 mile N to parking lot _Or, from Julesburg go ,7 mile Won . Hwy.138 to Cty.Rd39, then go .9 mile S on Cty.Rd.39 to property. 1,854 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, ducks. RECREATION: hildng, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. FJres prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. . d Dischaiging fireanns or bows prohibi~ except when hunting. e. Small game and wateifowl hunting prohibited opening -weekend of regular plains rifle deer . season and opening day and fust weekend 'of late plains rifle deer season. . . Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artiµcial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River- Larimer County a. From Rocky Mountain National Parle to Joe Wright Ck: . 1. Artificial_ flies and lures only. , • 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is ~ fish. . b. Section I - from upper boundmy of Big Bend CG_ downstream to Black Hollow Ck, and Section II - from west boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Park Road/bridge: . 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, North Fork - Larimer County . From Bull Creek (aboye Halligan Res.) upstream to Divide Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Poudre River, South Fork - Larimer County From Rocky Mountain National Park downstream 1 mile: Fishing prohibited. 54 �POUDRE RIVER SFU • Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles Non Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 38 miles W to property. 460 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACilJTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone, as posted. d. Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SWA- Larimer County From Laporte, go 5 miles N,on Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 15 miles W to property. 395 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACilJTIES: rest room, raft take-out RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. PREWI'IT RESERVOIR SWA- Logan & Washington counties From 1-76 and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy.6, then 3.3 miles NE to reservoir. 2,924 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. · FACilJTIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Fishing restricted to dam Oct. 1 through last day of wateifowl season. Ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of dam. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Vehicles limited to 250. f. Waterskiing prohibited. g. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and Aug. h. Glass beverage containers prohibited. • L. Hunting proln'bited from floating devices. j. Camping and fires permitted as posted. k. Hunting prohibited as posted. • 1. Boating prohibited Oct 1 through last day of regular goose season except hand-propelled craft used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. • m. Annual or daily use fee permit required; n. Paintball shooting proln'bited. Prospect Park Lakes - Jefferson Comity . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. Prospect Ponds 111. and 113 - Larimer County • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth b~s is 15 inches long. Pueblo Reservoir - Pueblo County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum si7.e for walleye is 4 fish, 18 inches long. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16-March 14. d FISbing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in boat on lake prohibited. PUEBW SFU • Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blvd on Hwy.96 to property. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, aquarium. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. PUEBW ~VOIR. SWA-Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles Won Hwy.96 to res. 4,100 acres. 55 �HUNTING: deer, rabbit, turkey, dove,waterfowl, scaled quail. • FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACll.lTIES: rest room, nature trail. · • RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. c. Fires prohibited. • d Field trials may be authori7.ed Feb., March, Aug., and Sept. only. e. Target practicing prohibited. . . f. Trapping only by permit PUETT RF.SERVOIR SWA • Montezuma County . From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on.Hwy.184 to Cty.Rd.33, then 1 mile S to access trail, then 1.5 miles E to res. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: warmwater. RESTRICTIONS: a ~ing prohibited. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Fll'CS prohibited. Purdy Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All largemouth bass 12-15 incles long must be returned to the water immediately. Only 2 largemouth can be more than 15 inches long. Porgatolre River, Middle and South Fork- Las Animas County In Bosque del Oso SWA: a Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA. Bent ~ t y . From Hwy.SO and Hwy.101 in Las Animas, go Son Hwy.101, 1 mile to Cty.Rdl0.75, then Son Rd.10.75 to RdEE, then W to Rd.9.5, then S 1 mile to property at RdsDD & 9.5. 960 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. QUEENS SWA • Kiowa County LOWER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then 3.5 miles E to Upper Queens, follow access road S 2 miles to property. UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then 3.5 miles E to property. NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then 1 mile W to property. NEE SO PAH: Closed. NEE NOSHE: From Eads, go 11 miles S Hwy.287 to Kiowa County boat ramp access rd., then .25 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 total acres, all properties. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: powerboating, sai boating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACilXflES: rest rooms~ boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: a Trotlines and jugs permitted on Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So Pah and Upper and Lower Queens. b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from opening day of waterfowl season through Dec. I. • • c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake in channel between Upper and Lower Queens. . d Hunters in.Lower Queens, Upper Queens (including channel), Nee Gronda and Nee Noshe must check in and out at station when open. e. Public access prohibited as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed _waterfowl Dec. I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. f. Public access prohibited as posted in Upper Queens (including the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. Quincy Reservoir - Arapahoe County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2· fish. c. Minimuni si7.e for smallmouth and lmgemouth bass is 18 inches long. . on 56 �d. FIShing access controlled by Aurora Parks and Recreation as posted. e. Minimum size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. RADIUM SWA • Eagle, Grand & Routt counties • From Kremmling, go 2.5 miles Son Hwy.9 to Cty.Rdl (Trough Rd to State Bridge), then 12 miles SW to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lioa FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: camping, rock climbing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: rest room. • • RES1RICTIONS: Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone as posted. RAMAH ~VOIR SWA- El Paso County From Ramah, go 4 miles Won Hwy.24 to res. 135 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: boat ramp. RES1RICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited Nov. I through last day of waterfowl season except for. craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. d Fues prohibited. e. Water contact activities prohibited. Rampart Rese"olr- El Paso County a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Ranch Creek, North Fork - Grand County a: Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RED DOG SWA- Prowers County _From Holly go Non Cty.Rd35 to RdJJ? then Eon RdJJ 2 miles to property. 570 acres. HUNTING: small game. RED LION SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd.95, then 1/4 mile N to property. 1,297 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant; dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prohibited on Jumbo Annex Res. except Jan.1-Sepl30 when bank and ice fishing is allowed in designated areas. d. Boating prohibited. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. • e. Camping prohibited. f. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prolnbited. g. Fues prohibited. h. Public access prohibited April 15-July 15~ as posted to protect nesting waterfowl. i. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. . j. During special late light goose season and conservation orders for light geese, goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by Cty.Rd.970, on Eby Cty.Rd.97 (Cty.Rdl), on S by Hwy.138 and on W by Cty.Rd95. RED MOUNTAIN SWA RES1RICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited Nov. 15-April 15. b. Motor vehicles prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d Dogs must be on a leash. REINECKER RIDGE SWA- Park County From Hwy.24 E of Hartsel take Cty.Rd15 (E1khotn Rd.) N 15 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking . area. From Hwy.285 at Como turnoff, take Cty.Rd.15 SE 8 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles to parking area. Road t6 parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. • • HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. 57 �RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: parking areas. RESTRICI1ONS: a. Public~ proln'bited Jan.1-May 1. b. Fires prohibited except in established fire rings at designated parking areas. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. • Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. RICHARD SWA- Jackson County FIShing access: from Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rdl2W, then 8 miles W to Cty.Rd.7, then 7 miles N to Lake John SWA. go to south end of Lake John to parking lot Hunting access: from Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14to Cty.Rdl2W, then 13.7-miles W to parking area. Hunting areaE of Cty.Rd12W. 3,817 acres, 6 miles of river. • HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: • a. N Fork of North Platte River on Richard SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. Camping prohibited. . c. Hunting prolu'bited within 200 yards of buildings. Ridgway State Park - Ouray County a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Septl - Dec.31. RIFLE FALLS SFU - Garfield County From Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy.325 to property. 600 acres; FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICI1ONS: a. Dogs prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Rock-climbing prohibited. d. Camping prohibited except when authorized by hatchery mgr. e. Hunting prohibited in designated safety areas. Riffe Gap • Garfield County . a. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for smallmouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. b. All smallmouth bass must be returned to the water ironrediately upon catch May 1-June 15. c. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for walleye is 3 fish, only I longer than 18 inches. RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA • Rio Blanco County From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to property. 383 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit FISHING: coldwater stream, wannwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, wildlife viewing, camping in designated area. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICl1ONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long b. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken a day. c. Waterskiing prohibited March 1 - June 15. d Field trials may be authori7.ed Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. Rio de Los Plnos • Conejos County a. On Rio de Los Pinos and N Fork of Rio de Los Pinos in Cumbres subdivision: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From waterfall at south San Juan Wtlderness boundary to headwaters: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral & Rio Grande counties a. From lower boundary of River Hill CG downstream to ~est fence of Masonic Parle: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. , • 2. Bag and possession and maximum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 12 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From Hwy.149 bridge at S Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: L Artificial flies and lures only. 58 �2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size .for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately. RIO GRANDE SWA;. Rio Grande County From Monte Vista, go 3 miles E on Sherman Ave. to property. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hilring, wildlife viewing. FACilJTIES:. rest room, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a Fues prohibited. . b. Public access prohibited Feb. 15-July 15. ,_ c. Camping prohibited except in parking areas with toilets. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del Norte fishing_ easements) - Rio Grande County RESTRICTIONS: • a Camping prohibited. b. Public access prohibited e~cept fishing. Rio Lado Creek-·l\Jontezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . b. All cutthroat-trout must be returned to the water imrne.diately. RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA- Hinsdale County From Creede, go 35 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.513, then 2 miles NW to the forlc, take right fork 200 yards N to res. FISHING: coldwater lake .• RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, lfl, 113, #4 #5 - Larimer County a ~um size for smallmouth· and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Road Beaver Creek - Gunnison County a Artificial flies and lures only. • • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROAD CANYON ~ERVOIR SWA-Hinsdale County • From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.520, then 4 miles W to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACilJTIES: ·rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: . a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. Roaring Creek - Larime~. County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately~ Roaring Fork River - Pitkin & Garfield counties a From Mcfarlane Creek downstream to upper Woody Creek bridge: 1. Artificial flies only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. b. From upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to Colqrado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only: • 2. Bag, possession limit and minimum size for qout is 2-fish, 16 inches -long. . c. 50 yards upstream and downstream from confluences with Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: 1. FISbing prohibited-March 15-May 15. • e. From the Crystal River downstream to Colorado River -GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING FORK SWA - _Garfield County • • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prolu"bited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. ROARING JUDY SFU - Gunnison County From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on the East River to property. 778 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream, pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. • RESTRICTIONS: . a FISbing prohibited sunset to sunrise. 59 �b. Camping prohibited. c. F'JJ'CS prohibited. . d Target practicing prohibited except in designated areas. e. Discharging~ prohibited in designated safety zone. Rock Creek - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. ROCK CREEK SWA- Routt County . . From KreDlJllling, go 6 miles Non Hwy.40 to Hwy.134, then 12 milesW over Gore Pass to USPS Rd.206, then 2:5 miles SW to property. . . HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. FISlllNG: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewjng. ROCKY FORD SWA- Otero County . From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.266, cross bridge, tum E on Cty.R~.80.5. 550 acres. Go I .25 mile farther E to McClelland tract 662 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, wateifowL FISlllNG: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: rest rooms. • •. RESTRICTIONS: Fires prohibited. Rocky Fork.Creek- Pitkin County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Rocky Mountain Lake - Denver County . a Minimum size largemouth bass for is 15 inches long. ROEBER SWA - Delta County From Paonia, go I mile Son 4100 Rd. {Onarga Ave.), tum left on N80 Lane, go, 2 miles to 4200 Dr., tum right, go 1 mile to parking lot _ • • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit FISlllNG: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms and bunting prohibited in open space easement c. Dogs prohibited. • d. Fires prohibited . . . . . e. Public ~ prohibited from last day of regular big game season through April 30. f. Public access prohibited except hunting or fishing. • ROSEMONT RF.SERVOIR SWA-Toller County _ From Divide, go 15 miles S on Hwy.67 to Gold Camp Rd. near Victor, then 20 miles E to res. 20 acres. • • FISlllNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACll.JTIES: rest rooms. • RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m.-5 am. d Bpating prohibited. e. Camping prohibited f. Dogs prohibited g. F'll'CS prohibited b. Public access prohibited except by foot from established parking areas. i. Public access prohibited Nov.I-May 10. J Public access prohibited near dam, caretaker's house and north side' of res. as posted. k. Picnicking prohibited • L Water contact activities prohibited as posted. Rough Canyon - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Ruby Jewel Lake - Jackson County • a Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. RUNYON/FOUNTAIN LAKES SWA- Pueblo County 60 �From Pueblo, go S Qn I-25 to exit 98-A, then S on Santa Fe to Runyon Field, then Eon Runyon Field Rd. .5 mile to property. 40 acres. • FISHING: warm.water, coldwater fishing. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil.lTIES: rest rooms, nature trail, handicapped fishing dock. RESTRictlONS: a. Boating prohibited. b. Camping prohibited. . c. Frres prohibited. d. Public prohibited sunset to sunrise except fishing. e." Water contact activities prohibited. RUSSELL LAKES SWA- Saguache County . From Saguache, go 9 miles Son Hwy.285 to_Cty.Rd.R, then 1.5 miles E to property. 793 acres. HUmING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: -wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a.· Campirig prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and· Sept only. c. Public prohibited Feb.15-July 15. d. Parking prohibited ,except in established parking areas. e. Public access prohibited except as posted. Saguache Creek - Saguache County From headwaters of the Middle and South Fork tributaries downstream to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial hires only. Saint Vrain Creek (North) • Boulder County From Horse Creek downstream to inlet of Buttonrock Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Saint Vrafn Creek, (South) - Boulder County a. From headwaters downstream to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. Aitificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is ~ fish. • b. From outlet-of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. FIShing prohibited, May 1-July 15. San Francisco Creek (Middle; West" forks) & West San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande County a. On USFS lands, including West San Francisco Lake: .. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. San Juan River - Archuleta County From Hwys.160 and 184 downstream through Pagosa Springs toApache St and river: Bag and pos, session limit for trout is 2 fish for all anglers, including youths under 16. • SAN LUIS LAKES .SWA-Alamosa County From Alamosa, go 13 miles N on Hwy.17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd, then 8 miles E to access road, then 1/4 mile N to property. • HUNTING: waterfowl, dove. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . FACILITIES: boat ramp, parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited north of buoy line. . . b. Public access prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line Feb.15-July 15. • c. Camping prohibitc-,d north of bµoy line and east-.west fence line. SAN :MIGUEL SWA (Applebaugh fishing easement) • San Miguel County From Placerville, go .75 mile Son Hwy.145 to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA- Costilla County From San Luis, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.152 to Hwy.242, then 5.2 miles S to property. FISHING: warm.water lake. . •. . FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited in boat ramp parking area. b. Hunting prohibited. . c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. 61 �d Waterskiing prohibited. SAND DRAW SWA- Sedgwick County From 1-76 at the Julesburg exit (#180), go 8 miles Son Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.16, tum E to Cty.Rd.49, then 1 mile S to property. 209 acres. . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. • • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. d Discharging~ or bows prohibited except when hunting. • e. Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and youn~r, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 years or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. One mentor per youth. • SANDS LAKE SWA- Chaffee County • From Salida, go, .5 mile NW on Hwy.291. Property E of hwy., opposite Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake. . . RES'IRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. SANDSAGE SWA- Yuma County • From Wray, go 4.5 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.35, then .25 mile W to Cty.Rd.CC, then .5 mile S to property. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except.when hunting. c. Frres prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Target practice prohibited exceprwhen authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball ·shooting prohibited. SAPINERO SWA- Gunnison County • : . • From Gunnison, go 15 miles W on Hwy.SO (access from Hwy.SO at Red Creek, East Elk Creek and Dry Gulch Rd). 7,129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue gro1ise. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Po~ds - Boulder County . a. Minimum size for lmgemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on all ponds, except 1 and IA c. Dogs must be on 6-foot leash, held and controlled by handler, except in designated areas. d Motorized, non-motorized vehicles (includfug bicycles) prohibited beyond designated parking areas. e. Boating and bellyboats prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited. g. Collecting prohibited, except as authorized by permit. h. Horseback riding prohibited except on.established maintenance roads. i. Public ~ prohibited midnight to 5 a.m. • j. Other activities may be prohibited as posted. Second Creek - Delta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SEDGWICK BAR SWA- Sedgwick County From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.138 to access road, then .5 mile S to property. 885 acres_. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. REC~ON: hiking, wildlife viewing. RES'IRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. • r . • b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Frres prohibited . d. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. . e. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season and opening day· and first weekend of late plains rifle deer season. 62 �SEELEY RESERVOIR SWA - Weld County From Greeley, go 3 miles Non 35th Ave. to reservoir. I 18 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches long. b. Fishing prohibited except along west shore or from boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Public access prohibited I hour after sunset to I hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Camping prohibited. e. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. SEGO SPRINGS SWA - Conejos County From Manassa, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.142 to access road, then .5 mile N to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fires prohibited. b. Field trials may be authorized Aug. and Sept. only. c. Public access prohibited Feb. IS-July 15. SERVICE CREEK SWA - Routt County From Steamboat Springs, go 4.5 miles S on Hwy.131 to Cty.Rd.18, then 7 miles SE to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stteam. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 3 days after end of regular big game seasons. SETCHFIELD SWA - Bent County From Hwys.50 and 101 in Las Animas, take Hwy.IOI S 16 miles to Cty.Rd.P. Go Won Rd.PI mile to Rd.11, then S 6 miles on rds.11 and 10 to property. 2,438 acres. HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. Severy Creek - El Paso County a. Fishing prohibited from headwaters downstream lo USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA - Jackson County From Walden, go 14 miles SW on Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.28, then I mile S to Cty.Rd.ll, then 3 miles S to Cty.Rd.288, then .5 mile W to property. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited. Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spillway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res. including Columbine Bay to Twin Ck inlet: a. Fishing prohibited Oct.15-Dec.31. b. Snagging prohibited. SHARPTAil. RIDGE SWA • Douglas County RESTRICTIONS: a. Closed, except to deer and elk hunting by access permit. Applicants must have a valid unit 51 public land deer or elk license. Contact lhe Northeast Region office, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216, (303) 291-7227. Deadline to apply for permits Aug. 15. b. Public access restricted to day use only, 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset. 63 �SOUTH PLATIE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. ~ =Fly/lure only; catch and release ~ return trout to w~ter immediately. !II = Fly/lure only; 2 trout limit. 16 inches or longer. -~b ~ I $; ·'8 , Scraggy View P.O. r:-8 . Wigwam P.O. 64 . D ,.. · Wigwam Club (private) • ecAers I �SPINNEY MI'N. RES.: Fly-lure only; 1 troµt limit, 20 inches or longer; no fishing from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before ~unrise; no ice fishing; GOLD MEDAL WATER. • SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK •ELEVENMILE RES.: 4 trout limit, no more than 2 trout 16 inches or longer; snagging of kokanee permitted from OcLl-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line; only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. ANTERO RES. SWA: Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. Only portable • ice fishing shelters allowed; no public access on dam, along south and west shoreline and on the island (except for waterfowl hunting). • TOMAHAWK SWA: Fishing closure Sept. 1 !t Jan. 31, beginning Sept 1, 2002. . = FlY.nure o_nl_y; catch and release - return fish to water immediately. GOLD MEDAL WATER. . ~ ' ■ . =Flynure· only; all .trout between 12 and 20 inches in lengt!l must be released; 2 trout limit of.which no more than 1 can be greater the 20 inches long; ·GOW MEDAL WATER. - �c. Foot access only. • d. Camping prohibited. e. F'ues prohibited. f. Paintball shooting prohibited. Sheep Creek - Conejos County From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for-trout is 2 fish. Sheep Creek, Eat and West Forks - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Sherwin Lake - aear Creek County . a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splalce is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. . .. Silver Creek Conservation Emement - Grand County RESTRICTIONS: . • a. Public access prohibited from Nov. 15-April 15. b. Motor vehicles prohibited. •c. Fires prohibited.. d Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Silver Lake - Mesa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size is 2 fish, 16 inches long. SIMMONS SWA-Yuma County RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited June 1-Aug. 31. b. Foot access only. c. Camping prohibited. d. F'ues prohibited. e. Dog training prohibited. f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Paintball shooting prohibited. SIMPSON PONDS SWA- ~ e r County . From 1-25 at the Hwy.402 exit (#255), go 2 miles W on Hwy.402 to Cty.Rd.9E, then .5 mile N to property. 44 acres. •• HUNTING: dove,. waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except belly boats for fishing. b. Camping prohibited. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Dog training prohibited. • e. Fires prohibited f. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before. sunrise except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting pennit g. Horseback riding prohibited. h. Bicycle riding prohibited. . i. Paintball shooting prohibited. 63 RANCH - Park County . From Fairplay, 15 miles S on Hwy. 285 or 5.5 miles N of Antero Jct. on Hwy. 285. 1,200 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream fishing . .RECREATION: wildlife observatioq. RESTRICTIONS: a. See South Platte River, South Fork. b. Camping prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SKAGUAY RF.SERVOIR SWA-Toller County . From Victor, go .5 mile Eon Cty.Rd.67 to Cty.Rd.441, then 6.5 miles E to res. 174 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. 66 �RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. SMITH ImSERVOIR SWA - Costilla County From Blanca, go 5 mile W on Hwy.160 to Airport Rd., then 4. miles S to res. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. F1Shing prohibited Nov. I through end of waterfowl season except within 200 yards of dam. b. Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Sept c. Public access prohibited Feb.15-July 15 on N and E shores. d Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek • Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. South Platte Parle - Douglas County a. Minimum.size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park & Tuller counties a. From confluence of middle and south forks downstream to Spinney Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. From outlet of Spinney Mountain Res. downstream to inlet of Elevenmile Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. From below Elevenmile Dam downstream to Wagon Tongue Gulch Rd. bridge at Springer Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. d. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Club property'" GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. e. From lower boundary of Wigwam Qub to Scraggy.View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. . f. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards upstream from Denver Water Board's Marston diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. South Platte River, Middle Fork - Park County . a. From Hwy.9 bridge (4.9. miles north of Garo) downstream to S Fork of South Platte - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies· and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. , • b. Within Tomahawk SWA: 1. F1Sbing prohibited Sept. 1-Jan. 31, effective Sept. 1. South Platte River, South Fork - Park County a. From Hwy.285 downstream to Antero Reservoir: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water.immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. From Antero Res. in new channel to existing channel: 1. Fishing prohibited. c. From lower boundary fence of Badger Basin SWA downstream to Middle Fork of South Platte. 67 �1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA- Yuma County From Burlington, go 21 miles Non Hwy.385 to Cty.Rdl, then·3 miles E, 2 miles N and 2 miles E to property. 13,140 acres. . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squinel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warmwater lake. • REC~ON: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, inteq,retive program. • FACILITIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area with barbeque pit • RESTRICTIONS: a. Field trials may be authoriz.ed Feb., March, Aug., and Sept only. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-March, and no more than· 1 field trial may be authorized Aug.Sept. b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted on downstream face of dam. c. Parking for waterfowl hunting prohibited except in designated areas. d Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. e. Seining prohibited in Bonny Res. stilling basin and downstream Oct. 1-Jan. 31. • SPANISH PEAKS SWA- Las Animas County From Aguilar, go W on the Apishapa Rd.; follow signs to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squinel, turkey. 6,450 acres. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in established areas. b. Frres prohibited except in designated areas. • c. Public access prohibited except from established parking areas. d. Parking only in designated areas. Spinney Mountain Reservoir - Park County - GOLD MEDAL WATER a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession and minimum size for trout is 1 fish, 20 inches long. c. FJ.Sbing prohibited lfl hour after sunset to lfl hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing prohibited. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN SWA- Park County . From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on Cty.Rd.59 to property. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prolnoited. SPRING CREEK RF.SERVOIR SWA - Gunnison County From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Almont Tum right on Cty.Rd742, travel 6 miles to Spring Creek. Tum left on Spring Creek Rd and go 14 miles to res. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usually-July-October. FACILITIES: campsites, drinking water, rest rooms, boat ramp. STALKER LAKE SWA- Yuma County From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.FF, then 1.5 miles N to access road, then .5 mile west to property. 75 acres. • _ HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. • FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp, picnic shelters, tables, playground. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Boating prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. d. Discharging firearms or bows prolnoited except when hunting. e. Fires prohibited 68 �f. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. Paintball shooting prohibited. g. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Steams Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County , From headwaters downstream to Denver Water Board diversion: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD - Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on Cty.Rd.27 to road: RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited as posted to prevent road and habitat damage. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy.184 to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for sniallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Camping ~rohibited. c. FJ.reS prohibited. d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. Swamp Lake - Lake County a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Swan River - Summit County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish 16 inches long. . c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 miles, fishing prohibited Octl-Jan.31., Swan River (North Fork) - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. . Sylvan Lake - Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream 1/2 mile Sepll-Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA- Logan County From 1-76 at the Crook exit (#149), go 5 mile Non Hwy.55 to property. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, ph~t, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, turkey. RECREATION; hiking, wildlife viewing, limited camping. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: . , . a Pronger Pond: Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. Paintball sliooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited except in designated camping area • d Field trials may be authorized Feb., March, Aug., and Septonly. No more than 2 trials may be authorized Feb.-March, and no more than 1 Aug.-Sept e. Mandatory check station. For reservations to hunt weekends and holidays only, call 1-800846-9553. Reservations not accepted more than 14 days nor less than two days in advance. Failure to cancel reservations may cause forfeiture of future-reservations. Person with reservation must hunt on property on reserved date. • f. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by area-wildlife mgr. g. Small game and waterfowl hunting prohibited opening ofthe regular plains rifle deer season and opening day and first weekend of late plains rlf!e deer season. h. Camping prohibited except in designated area. • TARRYALL RESERVOIR SWA- Park County From Jefferson, go 15 miles SE on Cty.Rd77 to reservoir. 886 acres (175 surface acres of water.) NOTE: Res. may be firained in spring 2002 for dam repair. Gheck with the DOW for updates. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake, stream fishing. RECREATION: campiµg. FACil.,ITJES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Public access prohibited from dam, spillway and outlet structures. 69 �b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. • c. Paintball shooting prohibited. •Tuylor Creek, Little • Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout ~ t be returned to the water immediately. Tuylor Reservoir• Gunnison County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3 fish. Only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. • • c. Snagging kokanee pemtltted Sepll-Jan.31. TAYLOR RIVER SWA • Gunnison County From Gunnison. go 10 miles N on Hwy.135 to USFS Rd 742 (faylor River Rd), then 18 miles E to base of Tuylor Res. . FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. From top of Tuylor Dam downstream 325 yards: l. Fishing prohibited as posted. • 2 Public access prohibited. . b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to. upper boundary of Sam's private property (.4 miles): 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited. f. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. Tuller Lake • Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Tuller Lake No. 5 • Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE RESERVOIRSWA • Conejos County From Monte VJ.Sta, go 12 miles S on Hwy.15 to USFS Rd250, then 9 miles W to res. FISIIlNG: coldwater lake. •• R&CREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA • Park County From Jefferson. 2 miles ~est on Hwy.285 and then 2 miles north on Cty.Rd35. 950 acres. HUNTING: big game, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Paintball shooting prohibited. Three Lakes (Lowest Lake-AKA Rainbow Lake) • Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. Three-mile Creek • Garfield County From confluence with Roaring Fork River upstream .5 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15. THURSTON RESERVOIR SWA • Prowers County • From Lamar, go 9 miles NonHwy.196 toCty.RdTI, then 1 mile WtoCty.Rd.7, then .25.mileN to res. 173 acres. • HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, rabbit FISIIlNG: warmwater. • RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing~ waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramps, rest room. • . RES1RICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov.1 through last day of waterfowl season. • TILMAN BISHOP SWA • Mesa County a. Public access prohibited during nesting and migratory bird period, March l~July 14. b. Camping prohibited. • c. Hunters must check in and out of entrance station. d. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds or zone identified for each blind Blinds assigned at entrance station and available daily, first come, first served. Max. number of hunters 70 �per bi.ind is 4. e. Hunting restricted to bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. f. Deer and J?heasant hunting allowed by permit only. Permit applications available from DOW in Grand Junction (970) 255-6100. Application deadlines Aug. 1 for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasanl Permits issued by drawing; successful applicants notified by mail. Date, time and location of drawing on ap~lication. • g. Turlcey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. Thnberllne Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies·and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. TIMPAS CREEK SWA (Including Otero Pond) - Otero County From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles S on Hwy.71 to Hwy~l0, then 2 miles E across Tunpas Creek Bridge, then 1 mile Son Cty.Rd.21, then 1 mile Won Cty.Rd.Z to property. 141 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, 'dove, waterfowl. FISI-DNG: wannwater. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA- Park County . From Hartse!, go 5 miles N on Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area. Or, from Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.9, then .5 mile to parking area. 3,400 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk. rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. FISI-DNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, South Fork. a. Camping prohibited. - b. Fires prohibited. • c. Paintball shooting prohibited. . Torsido Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. TO'ITENll~ERVOIR SWA- Montemma County • From Cortez, go 3 112 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Cty.Rd.29, then 1 mile N to reservoir. HUNTING: waterfowl FISI-DNG: warmwater. RECREATION: picmcking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. · b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. c. Camping prohibited. d Fires prohibi~. Hunting prohibited in inlet area Sepl30 -Jan.20 as posted to protect resting waterfowl. f. Public access prohibited along N shore March 1-May 31. . g. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fishing. 'lrappers Lake - Garfield County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. Trout longer than 11 inches must be returned to water immediately. c. FJ.Sbing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 112 mile. d FJ.Sbing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. . e. FJ.Sbing ~hibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook troul TREAT/OGDEN SWA- Fremont County , From Coaldale, go Won Hwy.SO, 2 miles to Cty.Rd45 tum N and go 1.5 miles to property. Carroccia Lease: from Howard, take Cty.Rd.45 W 1 mile to property. FJ.Sbing access only. FISI-DNG: coldwater in Arkansas River. • Trinidad Reservoir - Las Animas County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. TRUJILLO MEADOWS SWA- Conejos County . • From Antonito, go 36 miles Won Hwy.17 to USFS Rdl18, thc;n 4 miles N to res. FISI-DNG: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, ~ g water. e. 71 �RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. TURK'S POND SWA - Baca County From Springfield, go 2 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.HH, then 14 miles E to Cty.Rd.39, then 3.5 miles N to property. 200 acres. HUNTING: dove. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. b. Camping prohibited. c. Public access prohibited near pond and administrative building except to retrieve clowned waterfowl from opening clay of waterfowl season through Feb. 28. Turquoise Reservoir - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. AIJ cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediate!y. 1\vin Lakes - Lake County a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. b. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immediately. TWIN SISTERS SWA - Larimer County From Allenspark, go 4 miles Non Hwy.7 to Meeker Park (USFS Access Rd.119), 2.5 miles N to USFS Rd.325, then I mile W to prope.rty. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO BUTTES RESERVOIR SWA - Baca & Prowers Ctys. From Springfield, go 18 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cty.Rcl.B.5, then 3 miles E to res. 6,793 acres. HUNTJNG: deer, antelope, rabbi1:, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, clove, waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. ' RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer clump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited in 1wo Bunes Ponds below dam except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. 1\vo Ledge Reservoir - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. Uncompahgre River - Ouray County a. From Ridgway dam downstream to fence just below USGS gauge station: I. Fishing prohibited, except as posted. b. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Creek: I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. ALI trout must be returned to the water immediately. c. From Cty.Rd.23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: I. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept. lDec.31. Union Reservoir - Weld County a. Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAIL DEER UNDERPASS SWA - Eagle County From Vail, go 4 miles Won S frontage rel. of l-70 to property. RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Public access prohibited Nov. I-June 15. Valeo Ponds - Pueblo County a. Boating prohibited including float tubes and inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited. Vallccito Creek - La Plata & San Juan counties a. From inlet of VaJJecito Reservoir upstream: 1. Taking kokanee (including snagging) prohibited except Nov.15- Dec.31. b. From headwaters downstream to Weminuche Wilderness boundary: l. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Vaughn Reservoir - Rio Blanco County a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. VERNER SWA - Jackson County 72 �From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then 5.1 miles W to Cty.Rdl8, -then .5 mile W to access road. 1 mile of river. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except for fishing. VIKINGVALLEYSWA-GunnisonandSaguacheoountia From Gunnison go E 16 miles on Hwy.SO to Doyleville. Tum S on Cty.Rd.3090, go 1 mile to fork in road, tum right on Cty.Rd.3077, travel 2 miles to property. HUNTING: sage grouse, antelope. FISHING: coldwater stream. RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except when authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch Creek, West· LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be return~ to the water immediately. Virginia Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Wacker Ponds - Morgan County a. Minimum siz.e for small.mouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WAHATOYA SWA (including Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County From LaVeta, go 1 mile E on Bear Creek Rd. to property. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake.. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, \_Yildlife viewing. FACil..lTJES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand or wind. d. Camping prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. Walden Ponds - Boulder County . a. Artificial flies and lures only except Picnic Pond b. All smallm.outh and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately upon catch except in Picnic Pond WALDEN RF.SERVOIR SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go .5 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd12, then .5 mile W to res. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, •Waterfowl, sage grouse. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. WALKER SWA - Mesa County From Grand Junction, go 2 miles Won Hwy.6 and 50, tum S on River Rd., .5 mile on River Rd., tum S on gravel access road. 351 acres.. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: rafting, canoeing, wildlife viewing, interpretive program. FACil.JTIF.S: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. FlSbing prohibited Oct l-Feb.28. . b. Public access prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited. Bows permitted for bowfishing. d. Fires prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited. • f. Dogs prohibited. g. Camping prohibited. h. Trapping prohibited: Waneka Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WARD POND SWA ~ Jefferson County In Denver, at 1-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: wannwater. FACil..ITlES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. d. Camping prohibited. e. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited. Paintball shooting prohibited. 73 �f. Fires prohibited. g. Hunting prohibited. h. Publi~ access prohibited except for fishing. i. Dog training prohibited. . j. Trapping only by permit . Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a FI.Sbing restricted to youths 15 years or younger. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County From Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd (Cty.Rd28),•1 mile W to property. FISlllNG: coldwater stream. · • • RECREATION: limited tours. • FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. c. Public access prohibited along west bank of Poudre River next to employee housing. WATSON LAKE SWA - Larimer County • From FtCollins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy;287 to Rist Canyon Rd (Cty.Rd.528), 1 mile W to property: 139 acres. FISlllNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, nature trails. RESTRICTIONS: a Ice fishing prohibited. b. Boating prohibited. c. Discharging firearms p~hibited. ·Paintball shooting prohibited. d. Hunting prohibited. e. Ice skating prohibited. f. Public access prohibited on northwest side as posted. g. Parking prohibited on south dam. h. Use or possession of live minnows prohibited. i. Camping prohibited. • j. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. WEBSTER SWA - Weld County From.LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy.85 to Cty.Rd.394, then 2 1/4 miles W to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. • . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. Shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows allowed for hunting. Paintball shooting prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. . WELLINGTON RF.SERVOIR #4, SMITH LAKE SWA - Larimer County From 1-25 at the Wellington exit, go .3 miles Won HW)'..1 to Cty.Rd.7, then 1.4 miles N to Cty.Rd.66, then 2 miles W to property. Wellington Res. #4 - 105 acres. Smith Lake - 30 acres. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. • RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Hunting prohibited. d Sailboards prohibited on Wellington Res. #4. e. OHVs prohibited. f. Camping prohibited. g. Open fires prohibited. h. Public use prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except fodishing. i. Snowmobiles prohibited. WELLINGTON SWA - Larimer & Weld counties WELLINGTON UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 9 miles Non E service road to Cty.Rd. 64, then 1.5 miles E to unit COBB LAKE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 5 miles N _on Rservice road to Cty.Rd.56, then 1.4 miles E to unit SCHWARE UNIT: From 1-25 and Hwy.14 exit, go 7 miles Non E service road to Cty.Rd60, then 1 mile E to unit • 74 �HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand to hwit waterfowl. b. Camping prohibited. c. Fires prohibited. d Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb,. March 1-14 and Aug.. only. Field trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake year-19und e. Public access prohibited on Wellington and· Schware units March 15-July'15. f. Public access prohibited on Wellington Unit from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season except Sat., Sun., Mon. and legal holidays. g. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. h. Horseback riding prohibited except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. i. Big game hunting restricted to archery; shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. j. Paintball shooting prohibited WE.ST BANK SWA- Garfield County S on Hwy.82, tum right at mile marker 5 on Cty.Rd.154.: FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. b. rues prohibited. c. Discharging fireanns prolnbited. West Creek - Mesa County From Hwy.141 Bridge downstream 5 miles tp Ute Creek: a Bag and possession limit for'trout is 2 fish. West C~ Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. WFST LAKE SWA- Larimer County . . , From town of Red Feather Lakes, go l mile E on _Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowL ,. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping. FACILITIES: campground, rest room. drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand b. Paintball shooting prohibited. WFST LAKE SWA - Mesa County FISHING: warmwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited. . b. Public access prohibited 9 p.m.-7 am. c. Water contact activities prohibited WFST RIFLE CREEK SWA - Garfield County From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Hwy.325, turn right, go 6 miles to Cty.Rd.252, then go l mile NW to property. •• . HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited except day after Labor Day-Dec. 31. WHITE HORSE SWA-Adams County a Public access prohibited except for youths and mentors for waterfowl hunting only if authorized by area wildlife mgr. for participants in Division's youth hunting program. White River - Rio Blanco County a. From headwaters (including N and S Fork) of White River downstream to Hwy. p bridge· . below Meeker: • • l. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b. On Prather, Wakara and Sleepy Cat easements east of Meeker: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . c. From Piceance Creek downstream to Utah, including Kinney Reservoir: 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, lmgemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern 75 �pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. d. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted. Wll.LIAMS CI_mEK RESERVOIR SWA- llimdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.631, then 30 miles N to res. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lalre. RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing, camping. . FACllJTIES: rest room, .drinking water, boat ramp, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: . . • •a. Waterskiing prohibited. b. Sailboards prohibited. Williams Fork Reservoir - Grand County a. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept.1 - Dec.31. b. All northern p~e 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immediately. c: From buoy line at W ~ Fork River inlet upstream to first Cly.Rd. bridge: 1. F!Sbing and snagging prohibited Sept 15-0ct. 31. Williams Fork River - Grand County From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water iroroooiately. Williams ~ulch - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Fishing prohibited. Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) • Moffat County a. Artific~ flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Willow Creek Reservoir - Grand County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA- Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles Won Hwy.40. Property is on Hwy.125. 100 acres. FACllJTIES: picnic tables, toilets, 1/4 mile inteipretive trail. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited beyond parking area. b. Fishing prohibited. c. Discharging firearms prohibited. d Camping erohibited. e. Fires prohibited. f. Public access prohibited outside viewing area. g. Public access prohibited sunset to sunrise. h. Hunting prohibited. i Trapping prohibited. Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. WOODHOUSE SWA- Douglas County RESTRICTIONS: Oosed. • WOODS LAKE SWA- San Miguel County From Telluride, go 13 miles Won Hwy.145 to USPS Rd.618 in Fall Creek, then 9 miles S to property. 160 acres. • FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACllJTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Boats prohibited except if propelled by band, wind or electric· msotor. c. Camping prohibited. • WRAY SFU - Yuma County . From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cly.Rd.FF, then 2 miles N to property. 355 acres. RECREATIOl'{: limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: b. Camping prohibited except E of Yuma Co. Rd FF on Chief Ck. c. Dogs prohibited. d Hunting prohibited. 76 �Wray Settling Pond - Yuma County a Miriimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Wright Lake - Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. WUANITA WATCHABLE Wll.DLIFE AREA- Gunnison County a Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Dogs prohibited except when inside a vehicle. d FJ.reS prohibited. e. Trash must be packed out. Yampa River - Routt County a. From Stagecoach Dam downstream 6 miles: 1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. From 6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck. excluding Catamount Lake: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. c. From Walton Ck. downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown (Soul Center of Universe) bridge in Steamboat Springs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. . d. From James Brown (Soul Center of Universe) bridge downstream to Hwy.394 bridge near Craig: • 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. From headwaters of Yampa River downstream to Green River: 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green s ~ bluegill. bullhead and crappie. YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a. Camping prohibited. b. FJ.reS prohibited. Yo~ Creek Res. #1, 2, 3 - Delta County a. Artificial {lies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately. Yuma Qty Lake - Yuma County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer County • • a Artificial flies and lures only,. b. F!Shing prohibited in inlet area as posted Jan. I-July 31. c. All trout must be returned to the water immediately. NOTE: This sportfish program receives federal financial aid from the 'u.s. Fish and Wildlife Seivice. Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title ll of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the U.S. Department of Interior and its bureaus prohibit discrimination on the ham of race, national origin. age, disability and sex {in education programs). To repon any such discrimination, contact U.S. F'tsh and Wildlife Service, Office for External Programs, 4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 130, Arlington, VA 22203. OPERATION GAME THIEF Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a non:..profit organization working with the DOW's law enforcement program. It pays .rewards to citizens who report poachers or resource violations. ~allers don't have to reveal th~ir names, testify in court or sign a deposition. Rewards are paid if the information leads to the arrest of a poacher or a citation is issued. Rewards do not depend on a conviction but must be requested when a violation is reported. Call: 1-800-332-4155 to.11-free. The numbe~ cannot.be used for information requests or emergencies. 77 �FISHING OR HUNTING GUIDE When you subscribe to Colorado Outdoors Magazine As the official magazine of the Division of Wildlife, Colorado Outdoors provides unique insight into our wildlife resources as well as up-to-date coverage of hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Keep up to date with hunting season dates, regulation reviews, new state fish records and more. Master the outdoor skills you've always wanted by getting tips from the experts - wildlife professionals devoted to providing you with the best where-to and bow-to information. Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, watching wildlife or just like reading about our great state, Colorado Outdoors magazine is for you. You' ll receive six informationpacked magazine issues plus your choice of_ a 40-page fishing or hunting guide free. (You can get both guides by sending the cost of a subscription plus an extra $2.50 for one-year or $3.50 with a two-year subscription). ..---------------, The Fishing Guide is available in May. The Hunting Guide is available in August. II YES! I I 1METHOD OF PAYMENT I O O I I0 Enter a Colorado Outdoors subscription for me and reserve my fishing or bunting guide. 0 New Subscription O Renewal Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I I I I I I I I I .J Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ C i t y - - ~ - - - - - - State _ _ _ _ __ Zip_______ Daytime Phone________________________ Charge my Visa MasterCard Payment enclosed $ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Account No. Signature _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ Exp. Date _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 0 1 Year - $10.50 1 Year - $13 IO 2 Year - $19 0 2 Year - $22.50 Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. Send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. Please send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. IColorado Outdoors, P.O. Box 7828, Red Oak, IA 51591-0828 MFPA4 ~-------------- 1 1-800-417-8986 • Division of Wild.life info~ation: (303) 297-1192 � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/c77a644efc3fe86e5dc5ded9910273e6.pdf c02cb1150f2bd99a20ae5e0182c808f5 PDF Text Text 20 ORADO FISHING SEASON Information & Wildlife _ Pro • t' �MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR This year, you will find some substantial changes in our fishing regulations. In response to the impact of whirling disease on some of the state's trout fisheries and fish hatcheries, the Colorado Wildlife Commission reduced trout bag limits statewide. The Commission believes that in a time of fish shortages, a conservative approach to trout harvest will help maintain recreational opportunities and healthy fisheries. Anglers can keep Russell George up to 4 trout, splake, grayling or char in the aggregate per day from lakes and streams with a possession limit of 8. This regulation removes the 2 fish limit in streams and 4 fish limit in lakes on the Western Slope that have been in effect. Some streams on the West Slope have 2-trout limits historically, and they will stay that way for 2001. Other lakes and streams also have specific regulations designed to provide quality fishing experiences. Please take the time to check regulations that apply to your favorite water. Despite whirling disease, Colorado anglers enjoy some of the best fishing in the West. From warm-water ponds and reservoirs with bass, walleye, saugeye and wipers to the sparkling mountain lakes and streams with native cutthroats, there are opportunities for everyone. Most of Colorado's fishing didn't exist 100 or even 50 years ago, but has been developed with the support of anglers through their license dollars and excise taxes on fishing and boating supplies. Research shows that family values, being with friends and relaxation are the main reasons people go fishing. I know of no better way to spend quality time with your loved ones than spending time on the water, fishing or boating, and enjoying Colorado's beautiful outdoors. As I begin my tenure as director of the Division of Wi.ldlife, I want to thank you for your commitment to fish and wildlife conservation in the new millennium. Russell George Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE 6060 Broadway. Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 TDD • StAte Relay Number: 1-80Q..659-2656 www.wildlife.stAte.co.us Editor: Brighid Kelly Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees. Printed January 2001. 450,000 copies. By Publications Printers, Denver Cover photo by Tom Tietz The Wildlife Commission set fishing season and land and wat.cr regulations at its November meeting.Wildlife Commissioners (November 2000 ): Bernard L. Black. chair; Rick Enstrom, vice chair; Philip J. James, secretary; Tom Bwke, member; Marlr LeValley, member; Marianna Raftopoulos, member; Robert Shoemaker, member; Olive Kimbleton Valdez, member; Oreg Walcher, ex-officio member; Don Ament, ex-officio member. The Colorado Division of Wildlife of the Depanment of Natural Resources prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and poblic par• ticipation in its programs and services. For infol]Jllltion or to register a complaint. contact the Colorado Division of Wtldlife. NOTE: Laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. 1 �TABLE OF CONTENTS DOW Service Centers. ......... .. .. .... ....... . ...................... 3 Recorded Information ...... . ...... ................................... 3 Fishing Season Dates . . .. ... . .. .... ...... . . . ..... ............ . .... . ... 3 Free Fishing Days . . .. ............ . ...... .. .. . . . ....... . . .... ... . .... 3 What's New for 2001 .......... . ..... .. .. . .. ........................ . 4 License Fees . ................... .... .. . ... . . ... .... ................ 4 License Information . .................................. ... .. ... ...... 5 License Requirements .. ....., ................ .. . .. .... ....... ... ..... 5 Residency Qualificati.ons .................. .. ............. .. .......... 5 Free Fishing Licenses ........... . ............ .. ............ . . ..... ... 5 Definitions . . . .. . . ...... ... ................. ... . .. .. .. . .. ... . ...... . 6 Legal Methods of Take ......... . ... ...... . .. .. ....... ........... ... 6-7 One Personally Attended Line. Second Rod Stamps ... .................... .. 6 Artificial Light ........... .. . .... . . ........... . .... . .......... . . . ... 6 Trot.lines and Jugs ............ . .. .... ........ .. .............. .. .... 6-7 Underwater Spear.fishing, Archery and Gigs .......... ........... .. ...... .. 7 Snagging ............ . . ...... . . . .... . ..... . .... .. ..........• . ..... 7 Castnets, Seines . .. .. . .. ...... .. .............. .. . . .. . ..... . ......... 7 By Hand or the Aid of Dip Nets ...... .. . ..... .. . .......... . . . ...... . ... 7 Livetraps . ... ...... ......... . ..... . .... . ...... . . .. ......... .. ..... 7 Bait ..... . ..... .. ................ .. ........... ... . ..... .......... 7 Special Conditions and Restrictions ...... . .............. .... ....... .. 7-8 Chumming . . ... .... ... ............. . . ... .............. . ..... . .. ... 7 Toxicants. Poisons ..................................... . ............ 7 lee Fishing . .. . . ....... .. ....... . .... . .. . .... ......... .. . ....... ... 7 Bait Fish . . .... . ........ . . . . ............................... , .. ... 7-8 Crustaceans ...... . ................... . ............................ 8 Bullfrogs ............... . ................. ...... .......... . ...... . 8 Salamanders ............ ..... ............................ ...... .... 8 Threatened and Endangered Species . .... .......... .. ........... .. ....... 8 Restricted Use Species .......... . .. . .......... .. . ..... .. .... .. .. ..... 8 Prohi.bited Species .................................................. 8 Emeq:ency Public Salvage ................. ...... . .. ........... .. , .. .. 8 Fishing Contests ... ..... ........................... ... .. .. .... ; . .. 8-9 Releasing Tagged Fish ... .. ..... ... . . . .... .... . : .. . .................. 9 Illegal Transfer of Fish ........................... .. . ... ...... .. ...... 9 Donating Fish ...... . .... . ...... . ... . ........ . ............... . .... . . 9 Transporting, Exporting Fish . .. .. . .. .... .............................. 9 Releasing Fish .. . .. .. .... .. ... . ............. . .... . ....... .... ...... 9 Gold Medal Waters . .... . ..... .. . . . .... .. ... . ... . .. . ... . .... .... .. . . . 9 Wild Trout Waters ....... .. ............. .. ...... . ....... .. ...... . .. . 9 Master Angler Awards ... .... .................... . .................... 9 Zebra Mussel Alert .... : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IO Help Stop Spread of Whirling Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I0 Bag and Possession Limits . ............................ .. . . . ... .... 10- ll Use Fees Required .. , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Other Land Use Rules ....... ...... . . .. . ................... .. ...... 12-13 Purpose of Special Regulations .. ...... . ....................... . ...... l'.3 DOW Property Regulations .................. . ............. ... .... 14-15 Limits to Public Use . ......... ... .. ........ . .. .. .. ............ . . ... . 1.5 Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 2 �DOW SERVICE CENTERS Division of Wildlife Headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 Southeast Region Service Center 2126 N. Weber Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (719) 227-5200 Northeast Region Service Center 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Service Center 317 W. Prospect Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80526 (970) 472-4300 West Region Service Center 7 ll Independent Ave. Grand Junction, CO 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Service Center 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, CO 81401 (970) 249-3431 RECORDED INFORMATION DOW numbers for recordings on season dates and other information (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope .................... . .............. . .. ......291-7529 Fishing ............. . ... ... ... . ....................... .. ....291-7533 Small Game ............................................... . ..291-7546 Upland Game & Turkey .........................................291-7547 Waterfowl .......... '. .... .. ....... ..... ......................291-7548 Hunter Education ...... ......... . ........................ . .....291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses ...... . ....... ... .....................291-7528 Operation Game Thief ..................................... l-800-332-4155 For a list of recorded information, call 303-297-1192. Jan. 1 - Dec. 31 FISHING SEASON DATES • Waters of Colorado are open to taking fisb, amphibians, mollusks and crustaceans day and night, year-round, except as otherwise provided in tbis brochure. Free Fishing Days You can fish in Colorado without a license only on the first full weekend of June, each year. All other rules and regulations apply. Water Works Wonders is the theme of a new nationwide F O k. f I S U I N G , U O .1 T 1 N C, AND program to encourage citizens Tlll.i liNl'IR O NM D N"T to fish and boat. Fishing can work its magic for you! Ask someone to go fishing this year and enjoy all that Colorado has to offer. 3 �WHAT'S NEW FOR 2001 Trout Bag Limits - The stalewide bag limit is now 4 fish daily with a possession Limit of 8 fish. See Bag Limit table. However, numerous waters still have a more resttictive limits on trout. See "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section. Kokanee, Tiger Muskie Bag Limits - Kokanee angling and snagging Limits are now lbe same, 10 fish. The new statewide minimum length Limit for tiger muskies was increased from 30 to 36 inches. ' . Northern Pike • The daily bag Limit and possession limit have been removed. You can take an unlimited number of them, but four lakes require that anglers take no more than 1 greater than 34 inches daily. See "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section. Spawning Closures • Some tributaries and sections of the Colorado River are closed in the spring to protect spawning rainbow trout. Be sure to check your favorite water in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section. In addition, the Middle Fork of the South Platte River on the Tomahawk SWA will be closed in fall and early winter to protect spawning brown ll'OUt, starqng Sept. I, 2002. Other New Stream Restrictions • Check the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section for the following popular waters for new restrictions: Arkansas River, Big Thompson River, Conejos River, Poudre River, Rio Grande, South Platte River in Elevenmile Canyon and the White River. Bait Fishlng - A 4-mile stretch of the South Fork of the South Platte River near Hansel from Colo. 9 downstream to the lower boundary of Badger Basin SWA had restrictive regulations removed and bait fishing is allowed. • LICENSE FEES Resident Licenses Annual ....................................................................................................................$20.25 Combination Fishing & Small Game ....................................................................$30.25 (If born after 1948, you must show a hunter education card first.) Senior Annual Fishing ............................................................................................ $10.25 (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) Nonresident Licenses Annual ........................................................................., ...................... ....................$40.25 Available to Residents and Nonresidents Five-Day License .................................................................................................. $18.25 ~:c:~da~~c;~:;·~··::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::~~ The second rod stamp is available to licensed residents and nonresidents and to persons under 16 years, whether licensed or unlicensed. Youth small game. furbearer & fishing (under 16) ..................................................$1.00 *Costs include a 25-cent search and rescue fee. 4 �LICENSE INFORMATION LICENSE REQUIREMENTS. a 1. Hunters and anglers need a Coloraao Conservaiion Certificate (CC) to buy license. CCs are free and available at license agents and DOW offices. Licenses are stamps that.attach to the CC. Only one CC is necessary for all licenses. The CC can be reused from year to year as long as infonnation on it iscouect. . . • . . 2. A fishing license is required for people 16 years or older to take ·fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks, except as noted in this broch~. 3. Children underl6 don't need a ~ g license, b~t may take only half the legal limit. When the bag and possession liniit is 1, anglers under 16 can take 1 fish. When half the limit i:esults in a fraction, the limit is rounded up to the next whole number. • 4. Children under 16 can take the full daily bag and possession limits if they purchase an adult . fishing license or a youth small_game, furbearer and fishing license. A licensed angler doesn't • need to. accompany a youth. There is no mentor requirement. . 5. People collecting' fish, amphibians; mollusks and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net; net, trap or seine must.have a $20'commercial fishing license. Applications are available from the DOW. ·Commercial fishing license holders must submit an annual report to the DOW within 30 days of the expiration of the license. . . 6;Licenses expire on the date printed or written on them. No-license is transferable. False s~te• ments made in buying a license render it void and· are .subject to penalties. L9st or destroyed· licenses can l;>e replaced by buying another at &: license agency or DOW office or by filling out a • lost license affidavit. ' •7. Violations of wildlife laws have a specific.point value. If a person accumulates 20 or mQre points in 5 years, license privileges can be suspended .fpr up 'to 5. years. • • RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS Anyone who meets at least one of these qualifications is considered a resident of Colorado f.or a fishing license: 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in Colorado for at least six months immediately before buying a license and who intends to make Colorado home: (Except lf2 and 3 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personnel, servicemen of U.S. allies, personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on permanent active duty ord~. The dependents of ihese people also qualify. Active duty does not include personnel in reserve status or the National Guard. . 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending aii accredited Colorado college, universfty or trade school at least six months immediately before purchasing_a license, including students who are temporarily absent from this state but enroll¢ full time at a Colorado _college or university. FREE FISHING LICENSES Applications for· free licenses can be obtained at DOW offices. Send completed applications to DOW, .60® Broadw~y. Denver; CO 80216. Free licenses are valid only during Colorado -residency. People in these categories are eligible for a free fishing license: • 1. U~S. armed forces members, active ·or retired, who are re$identpatients ofa U.S. armed forces hospital-or convalescent station in CqlQrado. 2. Resident patients at a Veterans Administration (V.A.) hospital. . 3. Resi~nt patients of a state mental institution or o~er mental health institution under the supervision of its staff. . -. . . . 4.· Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled as determined by the Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. A disabled v ~ is a person who served on • active duty in the armed forces, separated under honorable conditions and has established to the DOW a service-connected disability rated by the V~. at 60% or more through.disability r;etirement benefits or a pension beca~ of a public statute administered by the V.A. or the Anny. Navy or Air Force. Note: People meeting this requirement may obtain a free lifetime resident combination small game hunting .and fishing license. . • 6. Colorado residents on active duty with the U.S~ armed forces outside the state can fish free using official -leave papers as autborizatjon while here on tempomy leave from duty; not to exceed_30 days a year. You must·cairy your official leave p~rs with you when fishing: �DEFINITIONS ARTIFI~ FLIES AND LURES: Devices made entirely of, or a combination of, materials, such as wood, •plastic, glass, hair, metal,. feathers or fiber, .designed to attract fish.· This does not include hand-moldable material designed to attract fish by taste or smell. It also doesn't include devices small~r than 1-1/2 inches long with scents. or smell attractants attached. Molded plastic devices less than 1-1/2 inches long also are not consid~ artificial, well as .foods; organic bait; such as·-worms, grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows and fish eggs; and-manufactured baits, such as imitation fish eggs, dough baits and stink baits; CHUMMING: Pl~g nsh, parts of fish.or other material on which fish might feed in water to attract fish so they may be taken. This doesn't include fishing with baited hooks or live traps. FISHING: Any effort to take fish, amphibi~s. crustaceans.or mollusk. This includes using a hook and line, handline, trotline, jug, seine, net, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or • gigging. . . • GAME FISH: All fish species except endang~ and threatened species, This includes b.i;own .. trout, cutthroat trout, (except greenbacks), golden trout, lake trout (mackinaw), rainbow trout, ~rook trout, Arctic char, grayling, kokanee .salmon, tiger muskie or .any muskellunge hybrids, carp, wipe.ft saugeye, rainbow smelt,.splake, walleye, northern pike, largemouth, smallmoutl), spotted, striped and white bass, black and white crappie, green, orangespotted and pumpkinseed sunfish, bl~gill, bluegill hybrids, sauger, tench, whitefish, sculpin, blue catfish, channel catfish, . bullhead catfish, drum, gizzard shad, yellow and sacramento. perch, white and longnose suckers, topminnows or minnows. . . • GIG: A spear with one or more barbed tines attached to a handle. JUGS: Floats to which are attached line and a common hook. LENGTH: See "Size." • . .. . MINNOW: Members of the-families of fish classified Cyprinidae (carp, chub, dace, goldfish, min~ now, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cypri~ntidae,(killifish. topminnow) and G_lupeidae ~ shad) except those designated as nongame, threatened or endangered. . NATURAL STREAM: A stream where water naturally ,flows regularly or intermittently at least part of th~year. Man-made ditches or other water channels are not natural streams. NET: A seine, dip ·net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish,· amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks. . . PERSONALLY A'ITENDm LINE: A rod and line, hand line or tip up used for fishing and under the control of a person nearby. . CO:MMON ~OOK; A hook or mt,tltiple hooks having a common shank. Hooks attached to a manufactured artificial· lure are considered a common hook. • . SIZE: The length of a fish with head and tail attached, measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. • SE~G: Capturing live fish with ') net that hangs vertically in water and is used to enclose· fish when·its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. • SNAG:GING: Taldng ti~ by snatcbing:with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or·similar devices that hook fish in part of its 'body other than mouth. . :• ·. TROTLINE: A single, anchored line with a float on each end from which droplines are attached. • as LEGAL METHOl)S OF TAKE 1. ONE PERSONALLY ATTENDED LINE: Except as otherwise provided in this.brochure, no fish can be taken or killed except by rod and li)!e, handline or tipup. You can fish with only one personally attended rod and line. Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks attached. You can use a second rod, handline or tipup if you buy a second rod stamp, sign it and attach it to your CC. . • . . . (a) ·People und.er 16 years who are riot required to have a fishing li~nse must have a·second rod stamp that is signed while fishing in order· to use a personally attended second rod or line. (b) Secon_d rod stamps are not.transferable to anyone else. . (c) A second rod stamp is not required when using a trotline or jugs only. 2. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: May be used as an aid in fishing. . 3. TRO~·AND JUGS: Permitted only on-waters specified in this brochure. (a) One trotline per license holder. Trotlines must be tagged with licensee's name, CC number and date set Jugs must be tagged with licensee's name and.conservation certificate number. They must be personally checked once every 24 hoµrs. 'Irotlines can have no more than 25 droplines. They must be anchored .and ·marked at each end of the line with floats, be no more than 100 feet• 6 �long and be weighted to place the line a minimUDi of 3 fee! beneath the surface. (b) Ten jugs pex license holder. Each jug shall not have more than a single line with one common hookattached. They must be.tagged with licensee's name and CC number. Jugs must be personally checked.at least Qnce an hour. . 5. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: . (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery, including crossbows~ and gigs are permitted for taking carp, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers in all waters year-round Other game fish can be taken only on waters listed under the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section of this brochure·. Lake trout cannot be taken by underwater spearfishing. . . • (b) Underwater spearfishing has these restrictions: • (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears prohibited (2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. (3) Divers musf stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers' Symbol. (4) Spears must be attached-by a safety line not to exceed 10 f~t long. (c) Archery and gigs can be used to take bullfrogs. 6. SNAGGING: ·snagging is illegal unless permitted by th~ DOW for kokanee only on specific waters during specific times.listed in the "Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties" section of this· brochure. · - • • 7. SEINES, CAST-NETS • . (a) Seines can be used only for bait fish, the gilled form of aquatic tiger salamander larvae and crayfish, or only when authorized for emergency salvage. See "Special Conditions and Restrictions" section. (b) Seines must.be made of 1/4 inch or less non-metallic square mesh. (c) Seines shall not exceed 20 feet long by 4 feet deep. 8. BY HAND OR THE AID OFDIPNETS , (a) For bullfrogs, crayfish and the gilled form of aquatic tiger,s~amander larvae.. (b) Fish may ~ taken by these. means or any other method approved by the DOW director when emergency salvage of fish has been approved. (c) Hand-held dip nets may be used for fish taken according to baiting restrictions below. 9. LIVETRAPS: Cage or box traps, including set pots,· can be used only for crayfish, snapping turtles and minnows captured as bait fish. 10. BAIT: may be used as an aid in fishing. SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS 1. CHUMMING: prohibited~ 2. ·TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES, ELECTROFISIDNG: prolnl>ited. 3. ICE FISHING: Unless otherwise provided, all waters are open to ice fishing wit4 these restrictions: (Some waters may be restricted by city or other local laws.) . (a) Where only portable ice fishing shelters are permitted, shelters must be removed fromice at the end of day. • _ .. (b) Where pennanent shelters are pennitted, the name, address, telephone and license number . of owner or user must be legioly displayed in contrasting colors on the outside and on th~ shore side of the shelter. The letters must be at least 2 inches ·high. (c) Fires on ice must be enclosed in a container; (d) No litter may be left on the· ice. (e) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. 3. BAIT FISH: • (a) Use and possession of live fish for bait are prohibited east of the Continental Divide. above 7,000 feet and on the Arkansas River above Parkdale in Fremont and Chaffee counties and at Watson Lake SWA in Larimer County. Use and possession of live fish for bait are prohibited west of the Continental Divide. exceptin Navajo Reservoir. , • • (b) Taking of bait fish is prohibited statewide~ all natural streams, springs an~ al,I. waters in Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Clear Creek; Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Elbert, Jefferson and Parle counties and all standing public waters in Rio-Grande, Saguache, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This restriction does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial aquaculture facilities. • (c) The only fish species that can be taken alive or dead for consumption or personal· use as bait are minnows (except those listed as threatened and endangered listed below), bluegill, hybrid. bluegill, cmp, sunfish, gizzard shad, sculpin,·white and longnose suckers (except those listed as 7 �threatened, endangered· or prohibited), yellow perch· and rainbow smelt Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid bluegill and yellow perch. • (d) The only species·that can be taken for commercial~ are minnows (except th~se listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited), shad, suckers (except_those listed as threatened, endangered or prohibited) and cmp. See "Resttjcted Use Species~•. (e) CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS): Crayfish can be taken by hm;id; baited lines, traps~ pots, nets or seines for food or.bait In waters closed to takin~ bait fish, seining (or. crayfish is. prohibited. For commercial use, the minimum size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between eyes) to t4e telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and traps must be labeled with name, address ·and license. number of license holder. • (f) BULLFROGS: Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, by hand, gigs and nets. • Artificial light can be used. . . (g) SAL~ERS: Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing,. by hand, traps, seines, nets. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES: It is illegal to take these threatened or endangered species:·bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow. humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, brassy minnow, common shiner, northern redbelly dace. souther redbelly dace, plains minnow, suckermouth minnow, lake chub, wood frog, boreal toad • and greenback cutthroat trout. Any of these species caught must be returned to the water imme-. diately. Except,.taking greenback cutthroat ~ut-is permitted in specific waters aµd with restrictions explained in this brochure. . . . • . •. Colorado Pikeminnow (squawfish) have an olive-green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chu~. but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with tbick'lips that extend past its eye. Populations are limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the P>}orado, Green, White andYampa. . . • . . . . BonytaDs have large fins and streamlined body tapenllg in front of.the ·tail.. This fish is close to extinction in the wild. The last sightings were in the Colorado River near the Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. . . _ • Humpback Chubs have a prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind th~ head; small eyes; thin section in front of. the-tail and a long snout. The largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks ,Cany~n on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinos~ur National Monument.. . . • Razorback Suckers J}ave a bony, keel-edged hump that rises on the back just behind the head. Razorbacks are limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green.Yampa and main~te.ID:~fthe Colorado. • • . . . a RESTRICTED USE SPECD?3 .:· . . It is illegal to possess or harvest for private or commercial use: bluehead sucker, flannelmouth _ sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains minnow, plailis topmimiow, • suckermouth minnow, brassy minnow, stoneroller, common shiner, river shiner, stonecat,_ plains orangetbroat darter, northern redbelly dace, -southern redbelly dace, Iowa darter, lake chub~ flathead chu_b and Arkansas River speckled chub. PROHIBITED SPECIES: The following species or their viable· eggs are detrimental to other fish and their habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by the DOW for controlled and experimental pwposes only, it is illegal to expo11,_ import, transport, -stock, sell, acqlll;fe and pos. sess for release any of these species: piranha; ~ gar (all species); snakeheads or murrels; sticklebacks; walking, catfish; tilapia; bighead carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, zebra·· • mussels, quagga mussels. . • • . . ~GENCYPUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers offish are in·iinminentdanger of • being lo~ notice will be given that fish can be taken by licensed anglers by hand, dip nets or methods approved by the, DOW. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot-be promoted, conducted or offered if the pur-pose is to take marked or tagged fish released in watei:s open to public fishing without approval by the Application and a nonrefundable $20 fee must be made to the DOW. at least60 days before the contest. Written approval must be obtained from landowners or agencies before applying. Fishing contests are not permitted on streams, rivers or other flowing water or a Gold ·now. • .8 . P • . I �Medal or Wtld Trout water. Contests.for trout will be permitted only on waters greater than200 .surface acres and ~ged primarily asa catchable fishery. All ~gulations remain in effect. Public fishing areas will: stay open to public fishing without.charge regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and privatelakes licensed by the DOW are exempt. • . . • . \ . . RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish other than for approved contests into·public waters. _The DOW can release fish for research and management. T~gged or marked fish also· can be released in public waters for 'Scientific research projects with written application and approval by the DOW at least 30 days before release. . . . . ILLEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH: It is illegal for anyone other than the DOW or:someone with an aquaculture license, sto:cking permit or private or commericial lake license·to stock or release fish species into waters· of the state. Illicit stocking •is a growing problem and can have far-reaching effects on fish populations. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious threats to native fishes through predation and competition and often impede efforts to recover native-fishes. They also have had detrimental effects on sport fisheries. It is illegal to move fish from one water to another. µve_ release must take-place in 1he water of catch unless otherwise authorized. • A. DONATING FISH: F.dible portions of game fish may be donated to a like-license holder anywhere or to another person at the recipient's home. Donor and recipient are subject to bag and possession limits. The recipient is deemed to have a "like-license" if.he/sbe has a Colorado fishing license. • • ' TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH: W'tldlife in this brochure, or any portion· of game · fish, ·transported or exported within or froin this s~ must be accompanied by the license holder. Wtldlife ~hipped by common carrier must be accompanied by either the license or a photocopy • of the license and donation certificate if one is needed. • RELEASING FISH YQU CATCH: .Fish to be released MUST be released alive immediately in the· same water where c~ght. Returning fish alive is not as simple as it ·sounds. There ~ ways of handling fish that can kill them. Follow_ these steps to ensure the best chance _of survival for the fish: ' · •· . • · • •• • •• 1. Do not play· fish to exhaustion. 2. Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing the hook. 3. Remove the hook gently; do not squeeze the fish or place your fingers in its gills. . 4. If deeply booked, cut the line. Do not pull the hook out . .· :, . 5. Release the fish only after its equilibrium is recovered. If necessary, gently hold the fish facing upstream ·and move it slowly back and forth. Release the fish in quiet water. • 6. If fishing is in catch-and-release waters~ strongly consider _using. barbless hooks. GOLD MEDAL WATERS: Gold Medal Waters are lakes or streams in Colorado offering the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. For descriptions of Gold Medal Waters and fishing restrictions on these waters, refer to the alphabetical·list in this brochure. Gold Medal Waters include parts of the: Animas River; Blue River; Colorado Riv~ Fryingpan River; Gore Creek; Gunnison River; N. Delaney Butte Lake; North Platte River; Rio Grande; Roaring Fork River; South Platte River, including Middle and South forks; Spinney Mtn. Reservoir and Steamboat • Lake. • WILD TROUT WATERS: These are waters with self-sustaining trout populations. \1/'tld Trout Waters include parts of the: Poudre River; Cascade Creek;· Cochetopa Creek; Conejos River; East River; Emerald Lakes; Gunnison River; Lake Fork of the Conejos; Laramie River;·Los Pinos Creek; S.Platte River, (Middle Pk); North Platte River; St. Vrain Creek, (North); Osier Creek; _ Roaring Fork River; South Platte_ River; Tarryall Creek, (River Lake Fork); Trappers Lake. • MASTER ANGLER AWARDS: T:he M~ter Angler Award Program reco~ anglers·-who catch·trophy-sized fish whether they keep the. fish or not. There are categories for:fisli that are kept and rel~. Awards are based on ~h lengths, not weight. Fish must be entered 'within,60, days of being caught and be accompanied by an applicati~n, a photo or witnessed by two people. For information, write Master Angler Award Program,DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver 80216.. ,,9 �ZEBRA MUSSEL ALERT:. Zebra mus~ls are ~ exo.tlc species· that has sp~ across the ~t~ •em U.S. They disrupt natural ecosystems and.clog power plants, as well as industrial and public drinking water intakes. Zebra _mussels haven't·beeh found in Colorado, but are transported on boats and boating equipment. Check boats and boating equipment carefully and wash them with • hot water before entering Colorado. Al~o clean debris from boats and trailers before moving them between bodies of water in _Colorado. Livewe~ should be emptied and cleaned. HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF WHIRLING DISEASE: Anglers can _help prevent whirling disease from spreading in Colorado by following these basic guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles,. boats, trailers, waders, boots, fishing equipment and anything that comes in contact with mud~welling_wonns that can hold the WD parasite. 2. Drain boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders.that can hold the parasite. 3. It ·is illegal to transport fish l>etween bodies of water. , 4. Don't dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of water or sink. 5. Never transport aquatic plants, and make sure all equipment is cleared of weeds after every use. •• •. • BAG AND· POSSESSION LIMITS . . Statewide bag limits for s ~ c game fish species are listed in the ·chart on the next page. Some • gaIIie fish ~ies, such as whitefish, are not listed on the chart and have no bag limits. In addi.:. ti.on, there are species that ~ prohibited to take or have restrictions on take. ·Please refer to . • . '~Special Conditions an4 Restrictj.ons" ~ti.on. Some w_?ters also haye more restrictive limits than those listed here. Check the· Alphabetical List of Waters and Properties for specific restrictions.- If a water is not in the directory or if there is no. bag limit. specified, the limits that follow here , apply. . . . . . . . • • Fish caught and placed on stringer, in a container or live well, or not returned to ·the water immediately are counted in the daily bag or possession liinil Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limil a DAILY BAG LIMIT ~ the maximum number of fish you ~ take ill one day regardless of any disposition ma<le of the fish during ~ day. • • POSSESSION LIMIT • the maxim~ n ~ r of fish you can have in possession at any .• one time, including in the fiel~ while transporting; at ·home or other place of sto,rage. . . ' . ' FOR l\lORE-INFORMATION • Colorado State Parks . 1313 Sherman St, Rm.618, Denver; CO 80203., (303) 866-3437 U.S. Forest Service,_ Box 25127, Lakewood, CO 80225, (303) 275.-5350 , • National Park Service, Rocky Mountain Region, • Box 25287, Lakewood, CO 80225, (303) 969-2001 Bureau of Land Management • :, 2850 Youngfield~ Lakewood, CO 80215, (30;3) 239-3600 ;Larimer County _Parks and Open Lands, (970) .679-4570 Aurora Parks and O~n Space, (303) 739~7160. . Westminster Parks and Recreation,· (303) 430-~00 ~xt. 2192 . �BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS TROUT, SPLAKE, ARCTIC CHAR, GRAYLING, SALMON (except kokanee) In aggregate* ......................................................Daily Bag: 4, Possession: 8 1 ' ..•..... '.....................................................................Daily Bag & Possession BROOK TROUT, in addition to above 8 inches or less statewide .............................................................10 KOKANEB SALMON. •Angling, snagging statewide ....................................................... 10 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, •Statewide, in aggregate* ..............................................................5 •Arkansas. S.Fork of the Republican, drainages, in aggregate* ...............................................................10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH. SPOTTED BASS, •Statewide, each species................................................................S •Arkansas, S.Fork of the Republican drainages, in aggregate* ...............................................................10 WHITE BASS, WIPER, •Statewide, in aggregate* ............................................... '.............. 10 •Arkan$aS, S.Fork of the Republican drainages......................................................................................20 CRAPPIE, CHANNEL CATFISH, BLUE CATFISH, BULLHEAD •Statewide, each species ............................................................... 10 •Arkansas, S. Fork of the Republican drainages, crappie only ...............................................................20 YELLOW PERCH, BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH. ORANGESPO'ITED SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED. SACRAMENTO PERCH. •Statewide in the aggregate* ........................................................20 TIGER MUSIOE statewide ......................................! fish, 36 inches or longer SPECKLED DACE. SCULPIN ............................................ Unlimited •Except in Colorado River Draim1ge in aggregate.......................20 BULLFROGS .................................................................... :...Unlimited CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) .................................................. Unlimited AQUATIC TIGER SALAMANDER LARVAE (Gilled Form) 50, less than 5 inches WHlTEFJSH, GAME SUCKERS, NORTHERN PlKE ...........None *ln aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, splake, golden and lake trout. 11 �USE FEES REQUIRED Lon Hagler, Jumbo Reservoir and Prewitt Reservoir state wildlife areas Annual pennit, license holders ................................................................$5.00 Annual permits, all others ......................................................................$20.00 One-day use permit .................... ..................................... :.................... ....$3.00 Replacement permits ................................................................................$5.00 1. No motor vehicle can be brought into a wildlife area that requires a use fee without a DOW permit displayed in the lower right corner of windshield. Vehicles without windshields are special cases, but evidence of permits is required. Permits are not required for vehicles on official business. 2. An annual use fee permit authorizes motor vehicles to enter wildlife areas. For people with a Colorado fishing; small game hunting; combination fishing and small game hunt,ing; lifetime fishing and small game hunting license; lifetime low-income or a free fishing license, the vehicle owner may purchase a permit for $5. For all others, the annual permit is $20. One permit covers all designated areas. 3. A one-day use fee permit is $3, authorizing motor vehicles to enter a wildlife area. It is good for the day used until 12 noon the next day. 4. If the motor vehicle for which an annual permit was issued is sold or 1raded, or the permit is lost or destroyed thaL year, a duplicate may be obtained after signing an affidavit. Replacement permits are $5. OTHER LAND USE RULES HATCHERIES AND REARING UNITS Ped.e ra! and state fish hatcheries and rearing units are closed to fishing. Retention ponds and streams passing through hatchery properties, but not through the hatcheries themselves, may be open to public fishing. Only people designated by tl1e U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service may take fish, amphibians, mollusks or crustaceans in a federal fish hatchery or rearing unit. Disturbing or damaging gill nets, traps. or seines set by the DOW is prohibited. STATE LAND BOARD PROPERTIES Certain Stale School Trust lands are open to public fishing under leases with tlJe DOW. See the current State Trust Lands brochure for those properties open lo wildlife recreation. It is illegal to hunt or fish oa State Land Board lands not leased by tlJe DOW witlJout first obtaining permission from the lease holder. STATE PARKS A parks pass is required on every vehicle entering a state park. A daily pass is $4; an annual pass is $40; camping permits are $6-12 per night depending on facilities. To order a parks pass, call l-800-678-CAMP. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Special regulations apply. Contact en1rance stations or park headquarters for a list of current regulations. You must have a Colorado fishing license in your possession to fish in the park. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Snowmobile gross weight is limited to 1,200 lbs. (machine and cargo) when operated on the frozen surface of Blue Mesa Reservoir. U.S. FOREST SERVICE Fishing regulations in national forests in Colorado are determined by the DOW. For fishing reslrictions in national forests, check the alphabetical listing in this brochure. For boating restrictions on national forest lakes and reservoirs, contact the local USPS office. 12 �MILITARY LANDS AND INDIAN RESERVATIONS · Fishipg regQ}ations exist for waters on U.S .. Military lands and Indian Reservations. Contact the individual resezyation directly for details. Southern Ute Indian Tribe . P.O. Box 737, Ignacio, CO 8li37, (970) 563-4S25 Ext:417 Ute Mountain Tribe • Towaoc, CO 81334, (970) 565-375.l • • Ft. Carson Military Reservation, Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Office, (719) 576-8074 (recQrded message) or (719) 579-9094 (wildlife offi~e). U.S. Air Force Academy, Natural Resources Office, (719) 3_33.:.3336 PURPOSE OF SPECIAL ~GULATIONS Special regulations are based on well-founded principles of fish management The purpose is to provide the ~t fishing yet maintain the long-term welfare of fish species; Special regulationsinclude bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and i:equiring that certah,t fish be returned to the water, larger fish DJ.8Y result Wtld Trout·and Gold Medal water designations and other.regulations are designed tp highlight quality fishing oppo$1iities while • protecting and enhalicing fish~ While many streams.and rivers support a daily bag and possession . limit, anglers are requested to reduce their harvest .The Division of Wtldlife• is requesting that anglers practice a voluntary, selective liarvest approach to~fislling. Selective harvest maintains a Colorado tradition of harvesting some fish while voluntarily releasing others. Anglers ~o are encouraged to fish with barbless hooks to help the survival of fish that are released . • DOW PROPERTY ·REGULATIONS. Except if specifically authorized, these activities are proln"bited on, all lands, waters, the frozen surface. of waters, rights-of-way, buildings or devices under the-:OOW's conlIOL .You will also find regulations_ for individual properties in alphabetical order in the list that follows this section. 1. To enter, use or occupy any area when posted against entry, use, or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy an area· for commercial purpose or to conduct land, water, oil, gas or min. eral investigations, surveys or explorations. • . 3. To operate a vehicle ·(motori7.ed or non-motori7.ed) except on established roads or within designated camping_or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. • • 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph where not posted.· · 5. To leave a camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or trailer un,attended for more than. 48 hours, or to camp or to park a travel tl1lller or campei: on a state wildlife area more than 14 days in a 45-day peri- od. . / 6. To establish a permanent structure or plant vegetatio~ Only portable blinds, tree stands and steps may be erected on state wildlife areas. No nails may be driven into trees. Man-made materials used for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the end of the season when they are·iJsed. . 7. To remove, modify or deslIOy a building, water control device, fence, gate, si~ survey or section •. marker, vegetation or object of archaeological, geological or-historical value. . 8. To li~ leave fish, fish entrails, human excrement, waste water, containers or toxic substances, to bring household or coillIDelCial trash or toxic substances to a Division-conlIOlled area for disposal or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. ' • . 9. To build a fire without ways of preventing it from spreading or to leave a fire unattended. 10. To allow livestock to gra7.e or range. Horses, mules, llamas and bUIIOS may be used in wildlife • . recreational activities. 11. 1'9 possess or use·fireworlcs, explosives, poisons, h~cides. ~cides or illegal controlled sub-, stances. • • 13 �. ll. To permit dogs, cats or othe~ domestic pets to nm:atlarge (not on a leash), except dogs used while actively hunting, while training dogs for hunting or during DOW-authorized field trials. 13. To dig trenches, holes 9!"· pits. .. . 14. To leave boats, rafts or other floating craft beached, at anchor, moored or docked unattended overnight except in areas designated. 15. To fish from DOW-controlled boat ramps or boat docks when in conflict with ~ or as post• ~ 16. To snorkel, ·scuba dive or spearfish with a diving mask, swim fins, snorkel or air._tanks. The exception is where swimming is permitted, when the location is properly identified by. a '1divers down flag'' and when the scuba diver has a valid S.C.U.B.A. ~ver's certificate issued by a recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organi7.ation. • • 17. To engage in disorderly conduct, as defined in 18-9-106 C.R.S. 1. a. d., indecent exposure, drunkenness or abusive language. •• • • • 18. To use an air or gas-inflated floating device for ·transportation on or across· the surface of the water uni~ the device ~ of multi-compartment construction and has a rigid motor mount when propelled by gasoline or electric motors. Single-coIJlP8IbDellt air or gas-filled flotation devices are restricted to designate.cl swimming areas. • . 19. To promote, sponsor or conduct boat regattas or othe.r non-wildlife oriented group activities. 20. To land an aircr,lft. • • 21. To leave.decoys or anything used as decoys set up in the.field m: on the water overnight. 22. To swim, except in designated waters or in authorized water contact activities. • 23. To discharge a fireami or bow in parking, camping, or picnic areas. • 24. To fish in rearing ponds or raceways on a DOW property. • 25. Violators may be required to leave the property.. . , 26. To have, store or use hay, straw or mulch not certified as noxious weed free. All ·certified materials must be clearly marked by the certifying state or province. People who transport these inateria1s on federal, state or county roads that cross DOW property are exempt from this regulation. Also exempt is hay produced on State Trust Lands leased from the DOW for wildlife recreation. 27. To trap,.unless trapping is done according to state statutes and wildlife regulati<>QS, LIMITS TO PUBLIC USE L The DOW can limit public use of properties not to exceed 60 days depending on: location and si7.e of the area; location, type and condition of roads, parking areas and the number and type of sanitary facilities; number of people the area can tolerate without significant de~on to wildlife resources and public or private property; ensuring public safety, health and-welfare. 2. When a limit is established, areas will be posted. indicating the number of ~le permi~ It is illegal to enter areas posted as fully occupied or after being advised by the· DOW that it is full. •• 3. The DOW can waive tJiese restrictions for day use by organi2:ed, supervised_groups whose numbers exceed the limit Written· approval must first be obtained from the appropriate DOW regional ~ 14 ·, �ALPHABETICAL LIST OF Wi\TERS AND PROPERTIES WATERS: These waters are subj~ to more restrictive regulations than the standard.bag and . possession limits, manner of take, fishing hours or have other rules set by the Wtldlife • Commission. If a specific. water doesn't appear in this list, statewide regulations·apply. PROPERTIES: In ~ddition' to restrictions listed above~ certain state wildlife areas and- Division-controlled lands and waters have specific restrictions indicated in the following.list. Properties where camping is allowed also permit picnicking. HANDICAPPED ACCESS: Access for people with disabilities varies at state wildlife areas. Con~t DOW's offices for information on accessible facilities, trails and programs. FEDERALAID PROPERTIES: Properties' marked with an asterisk (*) were acquired and/or developed using federal Pittman-Robertson or Dingell-Johnson funds from federal excise taxes on sporting arms and equipment sales. Funds are administered by U.S. Fish and Wtldlife Service.NOTE: DOW properties include state wildlife areas (SWA) and state fish units (SFU). Other properties fall under different jurisdictions, ·which may have additional regulations. These are designated by the abbreviations listed below. • (CITY) :a:: City owned - check local listings . (COUN) :a:: County owned - check local listings (CSF) :a:: Colorado State Forest (303) 723-83~ (CSP) :a:: Colorado State Pmks (303) 866-3437 . (DWB) :a:: Denver Water Board. (303) 628-6S26 (MICO) :a:: Mining company ~ check local listings . (NPS) :a:: National Parle Service (303) 969-2001 (USFS) :a:: U.S. Forest Service (303) 236-9431 Other Abbreviations Used: E:a::East N=Nonh NE :a:: Northeast NW= Nonbwest S =>South SB= Southeast W =>West . . SWA = State Wtldlife Ami SFU State Fish Unit Cty.Rd. County Road Colo. = Colorado ffighway USFS U.S.Forest Service SW= Southwest • = Federal Aid Property ' = = = Abrams Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat uout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. . Adams County Fairgrounds Lakes (Public Works, Mann Lakes) • Adams County a.:Minimum size for laigemouth and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. ADAMS SWA- Routt County RESTRICTIONS: . • a. Public access prohibited.Nov. 15 .:. July 1.. b. Camping ~rolu'bited. • c. FU'es prohibited. d. Dogs prohibited except as an aid in bunting upland birds. e. Vehicle access prolu'bited beyond parking area. ADOBE CREEK RESERVOIR SWA (Blue Lake) - Bent & Kiowa counties From Las Animas, go 15 miles Non Cty.Rdl0 to property. 5,147 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, pheasant, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. . RECREATION: boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, biking, wildlife viewing. . FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: , , a. Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.I through last day of waterfowl season as posted. b. Trotlines and jugs permitted. 1S �Agnes Lakes (Upper & Lower) - Jackson County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . ~ n City Lake - Washington County· _ a Minimum size for largemouth and smallmouth bass is .15 inches long~ Alberta Park Reservoir·- Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrnPJJiately upon catch. ALBERTAPARK RESERVOIR SWA- Mineral County . . From South Fork, go 18 miles W 9n Hwy.160 to Wolf Creek Ski Area, drive through parking lot,· . then continue 1.Tmiles on USFS Rd.391 to reservoir. 240 acres. • •• • •FISHING: coldwater lake; • • • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • FACll..lTIES: primitive boat ramp. ALMA SWA- Park County . From Alma, go 1 1/2 miles Non Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd.4, then 1/4 mile'NW to property. • FISHING: colawater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping. FACil.lTIES: rest rooms, campsites. • AI.MONT TRIANGLE SWA- Gunnison Com1:ty From Almont, go 3 miles N on Hwy.13S to property. HUNTING: deez, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse.· RECREATION: biking, wildlife viewing.· RFSTRICTIO}l{S: public access prohibited Nov.15 - Match 31 ..' American Lakes (Snow Lake & Michigan Lakes) - Jackson Co~ty · a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is ·2 fish. ANDREWS LAKE SWA- San Juan County . . From Durango, go 39 miles Non Hwy550 _to access road, then'l/2 mile E to property. FISHING: coldwater lake. •• . RECREATION: picmckiiig~ wildlife viewing. . FACILITIBS: rest rooms (USFS), trailhead, parking, overlook. Animas River- La Plata CoUDty, GOID MEDAL WATER . "· From Lightner Creek·to Purple Cliffs: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. _Minimum size for trout1s 16 inches. long c. From Lightner Cre4 to Purple Cijffs, GOLJ) MEDAL WATER.. Antelope Creek west:. G ~ n County • • . • . . • a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ . . . : .. b. All cutthroat· trout must returned to the ·water immediately upon catch. ~ o RF.SERV.Olll SWA- Park County . . . . ~ • • • From Hartset go 5 miles SW on Hwy.24 tQ reservoir. 5,000 acres. HUNTING:waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake.· . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. .FACil.lTIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . . . . _. b. Boating prohibited 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. . _ • . c. Public access prohim.ted on west face of dam, along south.and west shoreline,_ and on the island, except for waterfowl hunting. d Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. oe Apache~ North and South - Huerfano County FIShing prohibited above the USFS boundary. _-APISHAPASWA• - LasAnimas County . . . . . _ ... From Walsenburg, go 18 112 miles ·NE on Hwy.10 to the property ·sign. tum SB and ·go 20 miles past Mi~ Butte to property. 7,935 acres. • • •• • HUNTING: deez, antelope, bighorn sheep, rabbit, tlllkey, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. • •• . · . • . · •• . Arapaho 'Creek - Grand County. • • From Monarch Lake downstream to USFS 125: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession lirni_t for trout is 2 fish. • •• 16 �Ardmleta Creek - Saguache County That -portion on the Coleman Ranches: a Artificial flies and lures ~y. • . b .. All trout must be retume4 to the water iroroemately upon catch. • Arkamas River - Chaffee, Fremont & Lake counties . From the Hwy. 24 river overpass downstream to lower boundary of Hayden Ranch as posfed: a Artificial flies and lures only. . . . • • b. Bag and possession limit and ~wn si7.e for trout is 1 ~ under 12 inches long._ .. From Stockyard Bridge (CR 102) below Salida. 'J 1/2 miles downstream to Badger Creek: . • a Artificial flies and lures only. • • b. All. rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Arkamas Rlvei; Middle Fork of the Soutb'Arkansas .• Chaffee County . • From headwaters downstream to Boss Lake: a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the.water immediately upon catch. •. ARKANSAS RIVER SWA- Prowers County • • . . . From Holly, go 4 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Oy.Rd.39, then 3/4 mile S, across canal, ~ 1/2·mile W-to property. 98 acres. • • ·HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squill'el, pheasant, bobwhite quail, ·dove, waterfowl FISIDNG: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing.• • ATWOOD SWA- Logan County· •. . . From Atwood, go 3 miles SW on Hwy.6. to Oy.Rd.29.S, then 1/2 mile S to property. 180 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squiirel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl .. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: a Camping prohibited. . . b. Fires prohibfted. . · . . . . . c. Discharging tireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. •. d Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authQrized by area wildlife mgr. • e. Small game hunting prohibited opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season. Augustora Creek. -Archuleta County • · . . . • . a Artificial flies and•~ only. . •. b: NI cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Aurora (Senac) Reservoir-Arapahoe County . a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. _ b. The roioimnm si7.e for largemouth itnd smaDniouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches long. • • d Boating prohibited,. except for non-motomed vessels and vessels with electric motors. BADGER BASIN SWA- Park County . From Hartse! immediately E and Walong Hwy.24; directly N of Hartsel; and ~ y N and S along HW)'. 9. 22 miles of fishing access. . . • RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River and Middle Fmkand South Foik of the South Platte River. a. Camping prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. . c. Huntingprohibi~ . . .. . d .Parking prohibited except in designated areas. , .. . .• . e. Public access allowed·only from designated P,lrldng areas and prohibited beyond the fenced and posted easement. • . . • BANNER LAKES SWA* - Weld County . From H ~ go 4 miles Eon Hwy.52 to property. 9~ -acres~ HUNTING: pheasant, dove, waterfowl. •• FISIDNG: warm.wa= RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITJES: rest rooms. • RESTRICTIONS: ._ . . a. Fishing prohibited Oct.I to last day of watedowl season. .. b. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled craft and belly boats. c. Camping proliibitea. • • . . •• • d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting or training dogs. e. 17.lieS prohibited. . -. . . f. Field trials pI.Oln'bited except Feb.I - Mmch 31 ·& Aug.I - Sept30. • g. Hunters-must check in and out at the check station from the first day of the regular duck sea- , 17 �son to the opening day of pheasant ~n.·· • . • · h; Public access prohibited from the first day,of the regular waterfowl season to the firs~ day of pheasan( season except ~atwdays, Sundays, Mondays and legal holidays. • • 1. Public access prohibited north of Hwy. 52 April 1 ~ July 15. .• • . Bard Creek- Clear·Creek County From headwaters downstream to. west fork of Clear Creek: a. Artificial flies-and lures o~y. b. All trout must be returned to the watet immediately upon catch. Barker ~ I r - Boulder County Ice fishing prohibited. . , BARR LAKE-Adams Comig . . From Denver, go NE on 1-76 to Bromley Lo., then 1 mile E to Picadilly Rd.,' then 111. mile S to entrance. • . HUNTING: watelfowl reservation system. Contact the Division of Wtldlife for infonnation. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, interpretive program. picnicking, hiking. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RFSIRICTIONS: a. Only 1 northern pike greater than 34 inches can be taken per day. . • BASALT SWA• - F.agle & Pitkin counties Basalt Unit, Chri.flhle Unit, Watson Divide Unit) BASALT UNIT: From Basalt, go 3.2 miles E on USFS Rd 1<;>5 (Flyingpan Rd.) to signs, then N to unit 2,577 acres. .• • ·CHRISTINE UNIT: From Basalt, go·lfi. mile Won Hwy.82'to <lirt access road, then N to unit. 2,230 acres. . WATSON DIVIDE-UNIT: From Basalt, gQ 6 miles S on Hwy.82 to unit HUNTING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream; coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: shooting range.- • • RESTRICTIONS: • a. Alcohol prolu'bited on shooting range. b. Boating prolu'bited on Christine Lake. c. Camping prohibited within 1/4 mile.of the Fcyingpan River; d Camping allowed during regular and late big game seasons, plus 3 days before and~ days . after those.seasons. Except for Christine.Lake and rifle ranges; public use prohibited D¢c: 1... April 15. • • • e,; Fires prohibited. . . f. Field trials prohibited except Feb.I - March 31 on Christine Unit & Aug.I - Sept30 in all units. • , ,, . .g. Water activities prohibited on Christine Lake. • •• b. Dogs prohibited except as in ''f'. . •• i. Mountain bikes prohibited. • Bear Creek~ Conejos County , , From headwaters downstream to Conejos River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Bear Creek - Jefferson County • From the base of Evergreen Lake dam downstream to Bear Creek Res: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • .b. Bag and possession limit for trout (except rainbow) is 2 fish. • .. c. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. • Bear Creek- Montemma County From headwatels downstream to Dolores River, •. a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Beaver Creek - Gmmison County ' a. Artificial -flies and lures. oilly. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water-immediately upon catch. Beaver Creek, West - Guilnison County a. Artificial flies.and lures only. . • b. All cutthroat tro~ must be retumed to the w• immPJJiately. upo11, catch. Beaver Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only.. b. Allcutthroat·trout must beretumed to the water immediately upon catch. 18 �BEAVER CREEK SWA- Fremont County . From Canon a,;y,,go 8 mil~ Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.67,: then 9 miles N to Cty.Rd.132 to property. Alternate Route: From Skaguay Dam. d Q ~ 12 miles on trail to Beayer Creek. 2.120 acres. . HUNTING:· deer, bighorn ~eep. rabbit. turkey, dove. • FISHING: coldwater stream. . • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. . BEAVER LAKE SWA (Marble)· Gunnison County From Marble, go 1/4 mile E on Cty.Rd.3 .to property. 41 acres. FISlllNG: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. • • -RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. BoatiJ;ig prohibited ~cept for. band'."propelled craft. b. Camping p~bibited. ,· • • . c. Discharging firearms or bow, prohibited. d. Fires prohibited. . . . . . . .. . • e. Vehicles prohibited on dam. • •. BEAVER CREEK RF.SERVOIR SWA- Rio Grande County From South Fork, go 2 miles SW _on Hwy.160 to USFS Rd.3.60 (Beaver Creek Rd.), then 6 miles S to reservoir. . · _1 • FISlllNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Snagging kokanee permitted Oct I-Dec. 31. • b. Discharging firearms prohibited. c. Open fires prohibited on ice. . d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. . . BEAVER RF.SERVOIR SWA (Minnesota Creek) - Gunnison County From Paonia, go east on 0-50 Drive to FS Rd 710 and talce to property. FISlllNG: coldwater Jake. • • HUNTING: big game access. BELLAIRE LAKE SWA- Larimer Co~ty a. Boating prohibited except for hand-propelled, wind or ele¢ic motor. BELLVUE SFU • buimer County • • N of R. Collins on Hwy.287 to LaPorte. Just N of LaPorte go W on Cty.Rd.28 to unit 58 acres. • RECREATION: limited p~blic use, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibited. Bennett Creek - Mineral County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. BERGEN PEAK SWA - Clear Creek & Jefferson counties From Evergreen, go 1.6 miles NW on Hwy.74 to Stagecoach Blvd., then 1 l/4 miles Wto Elk ..·· Meadows Trailhead. • • • HUNTING: deer, elk. squiael, blue groUS&. RECREATION: hiking, horseback riding. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Public access prohibited ex~pt by foot or horseback. b. Camping prohibited. c. Faes prohibited. . d. Dogs must be on leash except when hunting small game. Big :Pend Creek • LaPlata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. . Big Creek Lake (Lower) • Jackson County • . . · a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) or splake is 1 fish. . • • b. All lake trout and splake between 22 & 34 inches must,~ returned to the water in)inediately uponcatch. · • . • • BIG MEADOWS RF.SERVOIR SWA- Mineral County .. · • · From South Fork, go 11 miles W on Hwy.160 to USPS Rd.410, then 2 miles W to reservoir.. FISlllNG: coldwater lake. • • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • • •, FACILITIES: campgrounds (USFS), rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. 19 • �BIG THOMPSON PONDS SWA • Larimer County ... From Loveland, go 5 miles E on Hwy.4Q2 to. 1-25 Frontage ~cl.. then 3/4 mile N .to interstate underpass, left through underpass, then 1/4 mile N to property. 51 acres: . . HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. · RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: ~t room. RESTRICTIONS: · . . . a. The minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 ,inches long. b. Boating prohibited except for belly boats used for fishing,· . . c.. Camping prolu"bited. d Discbmging firearms or bows-prolul>ited except when hunting. e. Dog training prohibited. ·. .. . . f. F"IIeS 'proln"bited. . • ' ,. ' . g. Public pioful>ited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise _except when fishing·or authorized by a night hunting permit . . . . · . access Big Thompso,11 Rivet'-Larimer County . . . · . From base of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes downstream to bridge at Waltonia: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . • b. All,trout must be retumed to thewatec immediately upon catch. BILLY CREEK SWA* - Montrose & Ouray counties . . 'BllLY CREEK TRACI': From Montrose, go 16 miles S on Hwy.S50 to the State WIidlife House, then tum left to tract •• COWNA TRACI': F~m Montrose, go 7 miles S on Hwy.550 to Government Springs Rd, then 2 miles. W-to signed access road. • • . CARMICHAEL TRACI': From Montrose, go 21 miles S on Hwy.550 to access road, turn left, go through ranch yard, then continue 1 1/4 miles on main road to access road.. BECKEIT TRACI': From Montrose, go 18 miles S on Hwy.S50 to access road, tum left, dlen 1/2 mile to tract 950 acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer; elk,tabbit, dove. . . RECREATION: wildlife viewing, camping; hiking. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Snowmobiles·prohibited on the C~lona 'Iract • b. Public ~ s prohibited Jan. 1-March 31. BITl'ER BRUSH SWA- Moffat County a. Public access prohibited Jan. IS - April 30. b. ·Camping hibited. • c. F"IIeS prolu~ted. -· • d. Vehicle access restricted to Moffat Cty.Rds 59 and 143. Bia~ Hollow Creek - Larimer County • From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the watec immediately upon catch. BLACKTAIL CONSERVATION EASEMENT- Routt County, 610 acres. a. Public prohibitedDec.1-May 31. · b. June 1 - Nov.30, access by foot or horseback only. .Blanca WildHf~ Habitat Area -Alamosa County ... a. Minimum size for smaIJmoudl and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. FIShing prohibited Feb.15 - July 15. B~'SWA-Larimer County . From I...aporte, go Smiles· N on Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 41 miles W to property. 352 acres. HUNI'ING: deer, elk, bighorn sheep, rabbit, blue grouse. .. . FISHING: coldwater stream. RECRE1\TION: camping, wildlife viewing. F A ~ : rest room. . RFSTRICTIONS: boat launchings ·and takeouts prohibited. Blue Lake - (See Adobe Creek-ReseniorSWA) : access Blue Mesa Reservoir- Gunnison County a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. b. From reservoir and in its inlets at the reservoir high-water mark upstream to the bridge at Hwys.50 and 149, snagging for kokanee salmon peanitted Nov.I - Dec.31. • c. From Coal Creek inlet at Blue Mesa Res.,. fishing prohibited ~ the high-water line at reser:voir upstream 1 mile, Jaa l - June .30. . • / • cl. Bag and possession limit for lake trout (mackinaw) is 8 fish. 20 �Blue River - Grand & Summit counties a.· From north inlet atCty.Rd3 (3 miles N ofBreckenridge) downstream'to Colorado River, excluding Dillon Res. and Green Mountain Res. upstream to the first Colo. 9 bridge: 1. Jµtificial flies and lures only. • . . • b. From north inlet at Cty.Rd.3 (3 miles N of.Breclrenridge) downstream to Dillon Res.: 1. Bag and possession limit and minimum si7.e for tro!}t is 2'fish,· 16 inches long. • • 2. FIShing prohibited Oct. 1-Jan. 31. • • c. From Dillon Dam downstream to north city limits of Silv~onie: 1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon· catch. • d From north city limits of Silverthorne downstream to Colorado River, excluding Green Mountain: Res.: • I.Bag and possession limit and minimuin si7.e for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. e. From Green Mountain Res. upstream to first Hwy. 9 bridge over Blue River: 1. Snagging kokanee s~on permitted Septl - Dec.31. . • BLUE RIVER SWA- Summit County • . • BLUE RIVER UNIT: From Silverthorne. go 17 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit 82 acres. EAGLE'S NFST UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 9 miles Non Hwy.9 to unit 29 acres.. • SUTI'ON UNIT: From Silverthorne, go 7 miles Non Hwy.9 to. unit FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, watchable wildlife trail at-Blue River Unit RESTRICTIONS: · • . · • a. Camping proht'bited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. • • d Firewood cutting prohibited. . e. Vehicle parking ovemightprohibited. ~btall Creek· Grand County • . From Denver W!i,ter Board diversion upstream to. headwaters: a. Artificial flies and 1~ only. ,,' b. All cutthroat trout must be i:.etumed to the water immediately upon catch. BODO SWA- La Plata County • • • • From Durango, go 1 mile S on Hwy.160/550 to Cty.Rd.211, ~ 114 mile W to eastern boundary. .HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, b!ind-tailed pigeon, dove. • RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing~ RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms prohibited except when hunting. c. Snowmobiles prohibited. d Fires prohibited. BOEDECKER RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County _ From· Loveland, go 2 miles W on Fust St to Cty.Rd.21, then 112 mile S to res. 308 acres of watet. HUNTING: dove. waterfowl. FISIIlNG: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Fishing prohibited from boats Nov. I to-end of waterfowl season. b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. • c. Camping prohibited. d Dischiu:ging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. e. Fues prohibited. · f. Horseback riding on the dam prohibited. . . g. Sailboards prohibited. . . . h. Pub~c access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except when fishing or authorized by a night hunting permit • Bonny Reservoir.- Yuma County . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Fishing proln'bited from dam and within 100 ft of dam March 15 -April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. BOSQUE DELOSO SWA - Lm Animas County . . . . From Trinidad, take Exit 14A off 1-25. Go west on Hwy. 12 approx. 21 miles to Weston and look for access-direction signs between Weston and Ston~wall. Property on souib side of highway. 30,000 • acres. • , . . HUNTING:.Deer, e)k, bear, turkey, small game. FISIIlNG: Cold-water stream. -21 �RESTRICTIONS:. . . a. Public access prohibited Dec. 1 - March 31, except licensed big game hunters and· one non-hunting companion. . . . . : • • b. Campfires prohibited except in designated areas and fire con~t structures prpvided c. Discharging fiteanns or bows proln"bited except •While hunting. . d Camping prohibited outside designated.areas exceptby hunters· during hunting seasons. e. Parking allowed only in designated areas. f. Leaving unattended food or garabage prohibited unless ~ in bear-resistant manner or container. . · . • . g. FISbing prohibited on S. Fork of Purgatoiie River in SWA from day after Labor Day weekend until first day of Memorial Day weekend. h. Artificial flies and lure only on south and middle forks of Purgatoire River within SWA All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. i. Snowmobile, motorized and all-terrain vehicles and bicycles on established roads or trails may .be prohibited when neceSsary to protect wildlife and prevent resource damage. Closures will be posted. . • Boss lake - Chaffee County a. .Artificial flies alid lures only. , b. All trout must be returned to the·water immediately upon catch. Boulder Creek - Boulder County . •• From upper end of Ebin Fme Park (in city of Boulder) to 55th St . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Boyd Lu.e - Larimer County a. Minimum si7.e for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • b. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. • c. Minimum si7.e for walleye is 15 inches long. BRAVO SWA- Logan County • . _ . From 1-76 at Sterling exist, go 1/l mile Won.Hwy. 14 to Cty.Rd.370, then 1.7 miles NE to property. 1,082 acres. • HUNTING: deez, rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail. pheasant, twkey, dove, waterfoyvt RECREATION: wil<Qife viewing. · • RESTRICTIONS: · • a. Camping prohibited.. . • b. Discharging firearms or bows pro1n1>ited except when hunting; c. Fires prohibited. . -. _ • •· d. Field trials proht1>ited except Feb.I-March 31 & Aug.1-Sept30. , e. Target practice, including paintballs, prohtoited except when. authorized by· area wildlife iµgr. f. Small game hunting prohibited the opening weekend of the regular plainsnfle·deer season. BROWER SWA.- Weld ·county· • • From Evans, go 1 mile E on'37th.St. to property.158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl. RECREATlON: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS:· ' , a. Camping proln'bited . . . b. Discharging firearms or bows proht"bited except shotguns or bows whil~ bunting• Sept 1 -: ·Feb.28. .· ·· . c. "Public access prohibited March 1 - Aug.31. BROWN LAKES SWA- Hinsdale County · .· . From Creede, go 25 miles Won ~wy.149 to·usFS Rd515 (Hermit Lakes Rd),.then 1112 miles W to property. 520 acres. • • • · . • HUNTING: waterfowl. · · • FISHING: coldwater lake.RECREATION: wildlife vi.ewing, picnicking; FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. . RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibited. • •' • BROWNLEE SWA (North Platte River)- Jackson County North Platte River- From Walden, go 112 nlile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd12, then SJ miles NW.to Cty.Rdl8, theli 112mile Wtoproperty. l.14miles of river.. · FISHING: coldwater stream. 22 �RESTRICTIONS: a. Hunting prohibited. b. Artificial flies and lures only. c. Bag and ~ o n limit for trout is 2 fish. BROWNS PARK SWA* - Moffat County . . . . COLD SPRING MOUNTAIN UNIT: From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to Cty.Rd.10, then 17 miles N to Cty.Rd.72, then 9 Iajles W to the fork. Tuke left fork 4 miles to unit • . WIGGINS UNIT:·From Maybell, go 41 miles NW on Hwy.318 to Cty.Rd.10, then 17 miles N to Cty.Rd.72, then151¢1es W.to unit . . . . . • . . . BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From Maybell, go 59 miles NW on Hwy.318, unit is on north side-of • Hwy.318. 2,226 acres, all_ units. .· . . · . . HUNTING: antelope, deer, elk, rabbit, bl~ grouse: sage grouse, watedowl, dove. • FISHING:-coldwater stream. -. • . •. • •. RECREATION: camping, wildlife vi~wing. ·Brush Creek· ~ Eagle County , . . From the confluence with the Eagle River upstream for 2.5 miles: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. BRUSH HOLLOW SWA- Fremont County From Penrose, go 2 miles Won Cty.Rd.123, then 2 D,liles N·to property; 461 acres. • FISHING: coldwater lake .. . · . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: ·rest rooms, shelters, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. The minimum size for smallmouth, largeID.outhandspotted bass is 15 inches long. _ b. Boating proln"bited if it creates a whitewater· wake. · , . _ c. Camping prohibited. •• d Fires prohibited. BRUSH PRAIRIE PONDS SWA- Morgan County. From Brush go S on Clayton St to check ~on, then S 2.25 miles to parking ~ 1,600 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, ·pheasant, rabbit, deer.. Reservation hunting available for waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. •• FACll.ITIBS: duck blinds. RESTRICTIONS: a.· Camping. prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . . . c. Feb.I until the opening of the first waterfowl season,. only wildlife viewing 'is permit;ted with • public access limited to areas posted. • . ' •. d. From the opening of the~ waterfowl~ through Nov. 30, only migratocy bird hunting is allowed. Hunting is allowed only Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, Columbus Day (observed), Veteran's Day (observed) and Thanksgiving. Hunters must use designated ponds. Users regulat-. ed through a reservation system and a mandatory check-in station at Brosh Memorial ~ Maximum ~umber of hunters per pond is four. I:Iunters mus~ check ~t by 3 p.m. if property is •open to hunting the next day. · · . . • . . •-·~ • • • e. Dec.I - Jan.31, only hunting allowed. User numbers regulated via mandatory check·station. B~USB SWA-~ Morgan County • From Brosh, go 2 1/2 miles Non Hwy.71 to qy.Rd.28, then 1 mile N to property. 588 acres.. HCJNTThfG: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl RECREATION, wildlife viewing, mking. _· . RESTRICTIONS: . .. a. On Chartier Pond, minimum size for smallmoutb.· and largemouth bass is· 15 inches long.. b. Camping prohibited. • . • c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. . • d. Fires prohibited. • • . . e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except with night hunting.permit -.. ,·. f, Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited excq,t when authorized by area.wit~~ mgr. g. Small game hunting prohibited ~ opening weekend Qf,regular plains rifle deer ~ n . .·: Bull Creek Reservoirs #1 and #1. and Connecting Channels-- Mesa Coun~- ;1 a. Artificial flies an~ lures only. . b; Bag and posses~on limit for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches or longer. BURCHFIELD SWA- Baca County FI'Qili Walsh, go 11 miles E on Cly.Rd.DD to property. 178 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove. RECREATION:· ~ping, wildlife viewing. 23 �Butter Creek -. Garfield County . a: Artificial flies and Iures·on1y.. b. All ~utthroat trout must be returned to the water iinmediately upon catcli. Buttonrock Resenolr - ·Boulder County • • :. a. Artificial flies• and lures only. . .b. Bag and, possession limit for tiput is 2 fish. c. F'JSbing prohibited Nov. I - April 30. CABIN~ SWA- GunnJson·Comuy. ·. . •• . . From Gunnison go~ on Hwy.135 to Cty.Rd.10. Go Eon paved road to where USFS 743 begins. Travel 8 miles to USFS 604, tum right and travel 3/4 mile to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. . • • • RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. Cache La Poudre - see Poudre River Canyon Creek - Garfield County . From the confluence with the Colorado River upstream to the north side o_f the I-70 Bridge: ,a. Fishing pro~bited March 15-May 15. . . • ' • ' .. , , • ·. . . . · CARBONDALE SWA (Roaring Fork River) - Garfield Cotinty : • In Carbondale, on Roaring Fork River. • FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler.access. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. . c. Discharge of firearms prohibited.. Carnero Creek, North, Middle, South- Sagullche County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . • . . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Carter Lake - Larimer County a. Snagging for kokanee salmon is permitted Oct.l - Dec.31. ·· • ~ •. b. Minimum size.for smallmouth.and largemouth bass is 15 inches long.. Cascade Creek - Conejos County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. All cutthroat t:rQut must be retu_med to the water immediately upon·catch. ~ e Creek - Huerfano County • • a. Fishing prohibited above USPS boundaly. • Cat Creek, including North and South Forks - Rio Grande County • • 1 a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon care,11:"' CEBOµA SWA* - Hinsdale County.· · . · . From Powdemom, go 14.7 miles s·on Cty.Rd.27 (Cebolla Creek Rd.)·to property. 1,4291lere5. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit : • • FISIDNG: coldwater stream. . . RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking. : CENTENNIAL SWA- Gunnison County From G ~ go 10 miles W:est. Property on north side of Hwy: 50. -a. Public access prohibited Dec. I-June 30. b~ Motorized and JJ100bBDiml vehicle use restricted as posted . .· . . c. Vehicle travel ~tted only in accordarice with DOW propertyrregwations. ~ Camping prohibited. • •. • , , CENTENNIAL VALLEY SWA- Weld County ·• •· a. Camping prohibited. b.. F'ires prohibited. . •c. Target practice prohibited • .d. Recreational horse use prohibited. .· e. Dogs prohibited except as a bunting aid.. Dog training and field,trials prohibited. . ••• • f. Hunters ~ust check in and out of ch~k station; Hunters must use.designated 1hunt zones.. Hunting with rifles prohibited Hunting for waterfowl, deer and turkey _by reservation only. g. Public access prohibited during waterfowl seasons except Sat, Swt, Mon., and holidays. h. Public access pro1noited March 1-Aug. 31 except along trail designated for wildlife viewing and bunters with spring turlcey lice~ for the unit • . ·. • i •Small game and waterfowl hunting proh.t'bited on opening weekend of regular rifle deer season and opening day_ and weekend of late plains rifle deer season. • firs! 24 �CHALK CLIFFS SFU - .Chaffee County . _ From Nathrop, go W 2".S miles on Cty.Rd.162, then N 1/8 mile on Cty.Rd.287 to unit. 61 acres. RECREATION: Limited publi~ use, limited toms. RESTRICTIONS: Dogs prohibited. Chartier Pond - Morgan County (See Brush SWA) Chatfield Reservoir -Jefferson & Douglas counties a. Minimum size for walleye is 18 inches• long. • .. b. minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 in~es long. . c. Fishing prohibited from the dam and withiiilOO ftof damMarch 15-ApJil 15, 4 p~m. to 9 a.m. . CBATFIELD SFU - Douglas County · . . . .• . • S on Santa Fe to Olatfield Ave., tum Won Chatfield Ave. Go W to Chatfield Res., tum left to unit RECREATION: limited.tours. • RESTRICTIONS: a. FJSbing prohibited except in retention ponds and river. b. Dogs proln'bited. • . • . . . CHEESMAN.RESERVOIR SWA- Douglu &Jefferson Counties . From Deckers, go 5 miles SW on Jefferson Cty-Rd 126 to USPS land, then 3 miles S to res. FISHING: coldwater stream &_ lake fishing, warmyvater. HUNTING: prolu'bited. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACll:.ITIES:· rest room. . RESTRICTIONS: .a. FJSbing prohibited Jan.I -Aprii 30. . . . b. FJSbing proln'bited 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. c. FJSbing prohibited on dam and around rese.rvoir as posted. • • d Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1 - Dec.31. e. Ice fishing prohibited. r. Speaifishing w,moited. . g. Archery equipment proluoited. . _ h. Boating and floating devices prolu'bited except when rented from concessionaires. i. Camping prohibited. j. Fuearms prohibited. k. Dogs must be on leash at all_ times. l. Fires prolu'bited. · . m. Pµblic access prolnoited across Cheesnian Dani . • o. Public access prohibited excep~ by foot ·. p. Parking proln'bited except.in established parking areas.. q. Hunting prohibited • r. Only 1 nortbem pike greatel' than 34 inches cail be taken pef day. CHEROKEE SWA* - Larimer County HUNTING: deer, elk, squirrel, blue grouse, rabbit, ~ove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping,'hiking, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: ·rest rooms. . • . .. . a. UPPER lJNl'J;': From Ft Collins, go 22 miles N on Hwy.287, to Cherokee Pk.Rd.SOC, then 22 miles W to unit 4,960 acres: • • • 1. Public access pIQhibited during deer .and.elk seasons· except for deer and elk hunters.. -2. Vehicles proln'bited from the day after Labor Day through the day before,Memorial Day, except during deer and elk hunting seasons. Vehicle, bicycle and horseback access limited to . established marked roads and trails, except horses may be used as an aid in big game hunting during established seasons. '· • • 3. Public access prohibited March 1 to day beforeMemorial Day. b. MIDDLE UNIT: From Ft. Collins, go 22 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cherokee Pk.Rd.SOC, then 10 miles W to unit 4,481 acres: : •• • 1. Vehicles prohibited from the day after Labor Day through the day before MemorjJI Day. 2. Vehicle,. bicycle and homeback access limited to established matked ~ and trails, except horses may be used as an· aid in big game hunting during established seasons: • • 3. Public access prohibited March 1 to day before Memorial Day. • . • c. LOWER UNIT: From Ft. Collins, go 22 miles N on Hwy.287 to Cherokee Pk.Rd.SOC, then 6 miles W to tinit 2,701 acres: _. • 1. Public access prolu'bite4 from day after the last deer and elk season through June 14 except for mountain lion hunters. . • 2 From June 15 to the Sat before the opening of archery season, horseback and bicycle access limited to marked roads and trails except that ~ established big game seasons, horses may 25 . �be used of trails as an aid to big game hunting. ,: · •..:. .• • d. LONE PINE UNIT: Jlrom Ft.Collins, go 20 miles N on Hwy.287 to Red Feather Lakes Rd, then 8 miles W to unit 6.880 acres: • . 1. Public access prohibited froin day after the last deer and elk season through June 14 . • except for mountain lion hunters. •_ . • . . . . , . • 2. From June 15 to the Sat. before the-opening of archery season, horseback and bicycle access. limited to marked roads and trails except that during established big game seasons; horses may be used of trails as an aid to big game hunting. • Cherry Creek Reservoir-Arapahoe County • : a. Minimum si7.e for walleye is 18 inches long. . . . 1>. Minimum si7.e for smallmoutb and Jmgemoutb bass islS inches long. . c. FJ.Shing prolnl>ited from dam and withiµ 100 ft of dam March 15-April 15, 4 p.m. ~ 9.a.m. Chinns Lake· Clear C~.County · · . •. a..Bag and possession limi\ and minimum si7.e for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures .only. • .• • CHIPETA ~$WA-Montrose County ._ . . From Montrose, go 3 miles S on Hwy550 to Cbipeta Dr., then 1ll mile N to property. 12 acres. FISHING: coldwater fishing. . •• RECREATION: picnicking. wildlite viewing. RESl'RICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. -b. Fires prohibited. . , · c. Field trials prohibited except Feb. I-March 31.& Aug. l-Sept.30. CHRISTINA SWA (Elk River Fishing ~ent) - Routt County • From Steamboat. Springs, go 7 miles Non Oy.Rd.129 (Elk River Rd.) to property. FISHING: COidwater stream. , RECREATION: hiking. wildlife viewing. RESl'RICTIONS: . a. Camping prohibited. . b. Fites prolnl>ited: . CHUCK LEWIS SWA- Routt County . From·Hwy. 40, go S on hwy. 131 to Routt Oy.Rd. 14F. Take 14F W to Routt Qy.Rd. 14. Go n to parking area. . FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECRBATON: wildlife viewing. RESl'RICTIONS: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2.fisb. Cimarron River- Montrose County . a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Nov.I - Dec.31. CIMARRON SWA- Gmmlson & Montrose counties . FromMoirtrose, go 23 miles B on Hwy50 to Little Cimarron Rd, then 2 miles S to access road, then 1 1/2 miles SW to property. t;,161 acres. .• • • • . HUNl'lNG: deer, elk, ducks, blue grouse1 FISHING: coldwater stream. • RBCRBATJON: wildlife viewing. picnicking.: RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibjted. • c. Snowmobiles prohl"bited. d. Parlcing in estab.lished,~ ~ only. CLAY CREEK SWA- see Mike llfgbeeSWA Clear Creek - La Plata County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water iDJJDOOiately upon catch. Clear Creek Holding Ponds -Adams (:ounty . . •. a. Fishing prolul>ited, except youths parti~ in DOW angler education activities. CLEAR CRl!:EK RF.SERVOIR SWA- Cludfee County . · From Buena VJ.Sta; go 13 miles Non Hwy.-24 to·Oy.Rd.390, then 1ll mile W to ~oir. 500 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl • , . • FISHING: coldwater lake: RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FA.CILITIBS: rest rooms, boat ramps. 26 �RESTRICTIONS: . a. Camping ·prohibited., . • • . , . b. Fishing prolu'bited from-dam, spillway, outlet and downstream to Hwy.24. c. Fires-prohibited.· • Clear Lake - Jackson County •a. Artificial flies and lures only. b.· Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Clinton Reservoir - Summit County a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . Cochetopa Creek - Saguache County That ~on on Coleman Ranches - Wil.D 1ROUTWATER: a. Artificialflies and lures only. • . . b. All trout must be rettuned to the water immediately upon catch. • • COCBETOPASWA(Colenian)-'Saguache County From Gunnison, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.114, then 20 miles S to Cocbetopa Creek. HUNTING: <b=r, elk, blue grouse, waterfowl FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. .. RESTRICTIONS: . .. . . a. Artificial flies and lures only. All trout must be returned to the water immediately-upon catch. b. Camping prohibited. . . . c. Dogs prohibited. • d F'ues prolu"bited. e. Foot access only from established parking areas. COKE OVEN SWA.. -Pitkin County • 1 From Basalt, go 30 miles Eon USFS Rd.105 (Fiyingpali River Rd.-) to property. 330 acres. RECREATION: camping; wildlife·viewing. COLLER SWA- Mineral & Rio Grande counties From South Fode, go 4 1fl. miles Won Hwy.149 to property. 579 HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squnrel, blue grouse. • FISHING: coldwater·stream. . RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIF.S: rest r o o ~ g water. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Camping prohibited. - b. Snowmobiles prohibited. . c. ·Parking overnight prohibited. . Colorado River - Garfield, Eagle, Grand and 'Mesa counties . a. From Qranby Dani downstream to lower.boundacy of Byers Canyon 3 miles Vf of Hot Sulphur . Springs at Hwy. 40 bridge,: . • ' • . I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fi~ . b. From lower boundacy of Byers Canyon 3 miles W of Hot Sulphur Springs (US 40 bridge) to Troublesome Ck (5 miles W of Kremmling): I. Artificial flies and lures only. 2 All trout must be returned to the water immediately_ upon catch. c. From 'Iroublesome Ck downstream to Rifle Ck in Rifle:. I. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d 50 yds upstream and downstream of Canyon, Grizzly and No Name Cks. . I. F'ISbing proht'bited March 15 - May 15. • e. From the 1-70 Exit 90 bridge at Rifle downstream to Utah. . I. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmoutb bass, north~ pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow perch and crappie. • . acres. Colorado Riva; (North Fork) including Shadow Mountain SpDlway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Reservoir including Colm$hie Bay to Twin Creek inlet • • a. Fishing prolu'bited Oct.IS - Dec.31. • • · · • Colorado Springs Water Supply Reservoirs 111. (Boehiner),#4 (Mason), #5 (M~eynolds) - El Paso & Tull~ counties . . a. Fishing prohibited in reservoirs, including inlets upstream for 1/l mile and outlets d o ~ for 1/l mile within city of Colorado Springs property. COLUMBINE SWA- Douglas County • • • a. Discharging firearms proht"bited. b. Fires prolu"bited. c. Fishing prol;n'bited. 27 �d. Hunting prollibited. • , . • e. Public access prohibited in riparian areas for protection of Preble's meadow jumping mouse, as posted. ' ' • Como Creek• Boulder County .• a. Fishing hll>ited. · •. . • . ; CONFJ'OS toUNTYPONDS SWA- Conejos County From LaJara, go 1 3/4 miles Eon Hwy.136 to property. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RES1RICI'IONS: • • • • a. Camping prolnl>ited. b. Fues prohibited. . c. Public access prohibited Feb.IS -July 1S. Conejos River• Conejos County . - · • · • ' a. Frotn lower bridge at Platoro doW95tream to confluence with S Fork of Conejos River: 1. Artificialfiies and lures only. _ . •• 2. Bag and possession limit and minimum si7.e·for trout is 2. fish, 16 inches long. b. From Menkhaven Resort downstream to upper boundary of Aspen Glade (USPS) campground, - Wil.D TROUf WATER: • 1. Artificial flies only. . . , • . 2. Bag and possession limit and m.inimum·si7.e for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Conejos River, Lake Fork - Conejos County . • From headwaters, including Big Lake, downstream to Rock Lake and outlet - WIµ) TROUT ··WATER: . . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All cutthroat must be returned to the water µnmediately _upon catch. · CONEJOS RIVER SWA (FJshing Easements) - Conejos County . . . . From Antonito, go 1S miles W on Hwy.17 to Conejos Ranch. FISbing Easements are intermittent for_ next 16 iniles and are signed • • • FISIDNG: coldwater stream. • • • RES1RICTIONS: a Camping is prohtl>ited. b. Public access prohibited except for fishing. . Connected Lake - Mesa County . . . a. Bag and possessiQn limit and minimum size limit for largemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. Cooper Lake_- Hinsdale County • • • • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . .. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water imm~ly upon catch. .. CORN LAKE SWA-Mesa County · • From Clifton atl-70 Business Exit 1137, go SWonl-70 Business Loop to Hwy.141 (32 ~d.), then 2 miles S to property. • FISIDNG: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACil.lTIES: rest room. RESTRICI'IONS: a. Boating prolnl>ited. b. Qpn_l>ing prohibited. . · c. Discbarge·of firearms or• bows prohibi~ d. 'Parldng overnight prohibited. e. Water contact activities proln'bited., Cornelius Creek - Larimer County From· the headwaters to Sheep Creek: • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthro~ trout must be returned tQ the water immediately upon catch.. Corral Creek - Summit County • • · a.Artificial flies and lures only. • , • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Cottbnwood Lake·- Boulder· County •••· · · • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. COTOONWOOD SWA~ - Morgan County .• • · • . From Snyder, go 2 miles Bon Cty.Rd.W.7 to property. 884 acres. • • HUNTING: deer, pheasant, bobwhite quail. waterfowl, dove, rabbit, ~ I , twkey. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • • • ' 28 �' RFSfRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . . . b.- Discharge of fireanns or bows proln'bited except when hunting. c. Fues profu'bited. . •· .. . . d. Targ~ practice, including paintballs, proln'bited except when authorized•by area wildlife mgr. ·e. i>u~lic access prolu'bited 9 e,m. to 3 a.m. daily except when llUthorized by pennil . . f. Small 'game hunting prohibited _on opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer season.. COWDREY LAKE SWA:- Jackson County •· .: • · ·'. From Cowdr:ey, go 2 miles S on Hwy.125 to propc:rty. Alternate Route: From Walden, go 7 1/Z miles Non Hwy.125. Area entrance W side of road. 280 acres land. 80 acres water. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl .FISlllNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RFSfRICTIONS: a Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. . b. Sailboards ~ln'bited. Crawford Reservoir - Delta County a; Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. No bag and possession limit on yellow perch. • ·· • c. From the fence on top of Crawford Res. dam downstream to the north boundary fence, fishing . in the spillway; stilling basin and outlet canal prohibited. d Only· l northern pike longer than 34 inches can be taken per day. CREEDE SWA- Mineral County • From Creede, go 1.2 miles Eon Hwy.149 to undesignated road, then 112 mile S to Rio Grande. FISlllNG: coldwater stream. • .. . . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Croke Reservoir -Adams County ·_ •. . . a. The minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only. Crosho Reservoir - Rio Blanco County • a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for grayling-is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Crystal Lake - Lake County • • • • a. Artificial flies and lures ~y. Crystal Reservoir - Montrose County • a Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sepl 1 - Dec.31. • CRYSTAL RIVER SFU - Garfield County • 1 mile S of Carbondale on Hwy33. 19 acres. RECREATION: limited tours. RFSfRICTIONS: . a. F1Shing proln'bited. b. Fishing equipment or waders prohibited. c: Camping prohibited. • d. Dogs prohibited. • e. Hunting prohibited. Culebra ·Creek - Costilla County From the Hwy. 159 bridge downstream 3 miles ~ Jaquez Bridge: . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon~ c. Landowner ~ o n on a Colorado ·Courtesy Card required. As landowner agent, San Luis. Visitor Center 1SSUeS courtesy cards. • Cnooiogharn Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately-upon catch. . Daigre Lake (See Wahatoya SWA) • Hu_erfano CountY- • . -DEADMAN SWA- Prowen County. • . • • . . . .· From Granada go N on US Hwy.385 2.5 miles to Cty.RdJJ, then 2.5 miles Eon RdJJ to Cty.Rd.27. Tum S on Rd.27 •112 mile to parking area. 503 acres. • HUNTING: deer, small game, waterfowl . Deep Creek - San Miguel County a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrnediately upon catch. Deer Beaver Creek - Gmmlson County • a. AI1ificial flies and lures only. �. --' b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Deer Creek - LaPlata County a. Artificial fJies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immooiateJy upon catch. •DELANEY BU'ITE ~ SWA (North, South, F.ast)·.;. Jackson County From Walden, go 112 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then go S.3 miles W to Cty.Rd.18. Go 4.S miles Won Cty.Rd.18 to Cty.Rd.S, then 112 mile N to property. 2,620 acres. · , . •• HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse, waterfowl. ' FISHING: coldwater lake. • • RECREATION: camping,.wildlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: rest room, boat ramp, shade shelters. ·RESTRICTIONS: , a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards prohibited c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. d-Artificial flies and lures ~ e. North Delaney Butte~ only- GOLD MEDAL WATER: Brown trout between 14 and 20 inches must be retl1:med to the water immediately upon catch. , '• . DePoorter Lake - Sedgwick County • a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. DEVIl.. CREEK SWA• - Archuleta County . . • From Pagosa Springs, go 16 miles Won Hwy.160 to USPS Rd627, then~ miles N. 561 ~ - · HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squmel, blue grouse, turkey, dove. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. ~g.pro)ul>ited. ti. Fires prohibited.· . c. S~owroobil~ prohibited. . • _. • • DE WEF.8J RESERVOIR SWA- Custer County . _. . FromWestcliffe, NW on Hwy.69 for 5 miles, tum Non Copper Gulch Rd. to access rd. 780 .acres. . •FISHING: coldwater ~ coldwater stream. • - • • . RECREATION: picnicking, hiking. wildlife viewing, camping. • • • .. lRJNTING: antelope. waterfowl, dove, coyote, cottontail, deer, small game. FACil.ITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp. . ·· . DIAMOND J SWA (Mlddgan River) - Jackson County . _ . From.WaJden, go N on4Hwy~125. Parlcing areas are 1, 2, and 4 milesN of Walden. 3,129 ~ land, 10 miles of river. •• • • •HUNTING: waterfowl, sage grouse. ·FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. .FACILITIES: city-owtted camping. RESTRICTIONS: a. On the Michigan River on Diamond JSWA: • 1. Artificial flies and Imes only. 2.: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. b.· Hunting prohibited on property east of Hwy.125. DIXON RE'SERVOIR .SWA-·Larimer County From 1-25 at the Pro~ St exit near Ft. Collins, go 7.1 miles Won Prospect St to Overland Trail, then .7 miles S to Rd.42C, then .9 W miles to property. . . . • .. . . RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. ._ RESTRICTIONS: . . a. The minimum si7.e for smallmouth and laigemouth bass ~ 15 inches lqng. . b. Boating prohibited -except craft propelled by band. wind or electric motor. . • .c. Hunting J)I'O}n"bited. . · DODD BRIDGE SWA- Morgan County . _• . • From Ft.Mmgan, go ·4 miles NE on 1-76 to Dodd Bridge Rd., then 1 3/4 iniles N .1P property. 903 acres. • . ·, • lRJNTING: deer.'rabbit, squln::el, pheasant, bobwJiite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking. •• • RESTRICTIONS: I a. Camping prohibited. . . b. Discharging fireaans or bows prolul>ited except when hunting. • C. Fires prohibited. •. - d Public access prolnl>ited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily except by permit 30 �e. Thrget practice, incltuµDg paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. f. Small game hunting prohibited .the opening weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season. Dolores River - Dolores & Montemma counties • • - a. From McPlree Dam downstream to Bradfield Bridge about 11 mil~: L Artificial flies and lure~tonly. . . ·. ·, 2. All trout must be returned to the w~ immediately upon catch. b. From the-West.Fork Dolores River downstream to McPhee Res.: 1. Taldng kokanee salmon prohibited except NovJS - Dec.31 when snagging is permitted. DOLORESlUV,ER SWA • Montezuma County • • From Dolores, go 5 _miles NE on Hwy.145 to p~perty. 57 acres; HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION) wildlife viewing. RES1RICTIONS: · a. Camping prohibited. b. Frres prolu'bited. c. f'J.Sbing prohibited in rearing ponds. DOME~ SWA- Saguache County From Gunnison, go·s miles Eon Hwy.SO to Hwy.114, then 22 miles SE to property. 239.acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • • FISHING: coldwater stream. ·RECREATION: hildng, wildlife viewing.FACil..ITIES: rest room, drinking water. • RES1RICTIONS: . . . . . a. ATVs, dirt bikes; snowmobiles prolu'bited except on Gunnison CRs 14NN 81)d 1500. b. Camping prohibited Oct. 1 to last day of waterfowl season. c. Discharging firearms and hunting prolu'bited in designated safety zones as designted. d Dogs probibi~ except as a hunting aid or when on leash. . . · e. Public access prohibited except by foot or horseback from established parking areas. •f. Vehicle ~ g .only in designated~- DOME ROCK SWA- ~er County .. . From Divide, go 5 miles S on Hwy.67 to intersection at Rainbow Valley, th~n 3/4 mile on riglit fork to access road on right (North :Ranch is Mueller State Park). 6,980 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbi~ blue grouse. • •• . . FISHING: coldwater stream. • . • RECREATION: wildlife viewing, hiking~ _. _r.. RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Frres prohibited. . . d Horseback and pack animals ·limited to designated roads and trails except when used as .a ·big game hunting aiµ. . . e. Public access prolu'bi~ Dec. 1 - July 15 on.Spring Creek and Dome View Trails and Dome Rock Trails from Jackrabbit Lodge. . _ •. . . . • f. Public access ~cted to foot or horseback only: from parking lot and connecting trails from Mueller State Park. g. Rock climbing prohibited. Doug Creek - Montrose County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . ~ 6. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. DOUGLAS RESERVOIR SWA- Larimer County . . From Wellington exitoli'l-25, goS.5 miles W, Sand Won Hwy. l"to Cty.Rd.15, 1 mile.Non· Cty.Rd15 to Cty.Rd.60,-theli 1/4 miles W to I:.aVma Drive. NQrth on LaVma Drive to lake. From Ft. Collins at Hwy. 287 and Hwy. 1, take Hwy. 1 N 4 miles to Waverly cutoff (Cty Rd; 15), N on . • Cty.Rd.15-to Cty.Rd.60. Then 1/4 miles W to ~Vma Drive, N to lake.. • a~ Huntjrig proluoited. • • b. Frres prohibited.. • • . c. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. e. Sailboards, sailboats, ice skating prohibited. • . . f. Camping prohibited. • . ~ .• . ' g. From 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before. sunrise, public access prohibited except fishing. h. All-terrain vehicles, dirt b~ and snowmobiles prohibited. '31 �DOWDY LAKE SWA- Larimer County • .. . • . • From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile NE USPS Access Rd to property. 120 acres of Water. HUNTING: waterfowl FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, hiking, camping. FACILITIES: rest room, boat~, campgrounds! RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a·whitewater wake.. . 1 on DRYCREEKBASIN$WA-_SanMlguelCounty · · From Naturita, go 17 miles Son Hwy.141 to beginning of property, Hwy.141 goes SW through ~ G : - ~ : e l k , rabbit, dove, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: · ·· · • a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Snowmobiles prohibited. DUCK CREEK SWA* - Logan Co~ty _. From Crook, go 1 1/2 miles Non Hwy.59 to properfy. 1,121 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl,.deer. •RECREATION: hiking; wildlife viewing. · • RESTRICTIONS: _ a. Camping is prohibited. • . . b. Dischatge of fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. C. Fires prohibited. '. d Public ~ prohibited except as-posted.. •_ . • • . , · . - . '. . ., • .e. Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Duke Lake - Mesa County . . .. ., .. • ~ Bag, possession and minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 2 ~ 15 inches ~-· • DUNE RIDGE SWA* - Logan County •• Froml-76 at Sterling exit, go 112 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd370 then5-miles SW to property. 400acres. . . . . . •. . HUNTING: deer. .tabbjt, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. .• .. . • RESTRICDONS: · · • . .. a. Camping prohibited. . -• • • b. Discharging fireanns or bo~s prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited. •' · · . .. . . .. . . . d Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authoriz.ed by area wildlife mgr. e. Small g ~ hunting. prohibited the opening weekend. of the regular plains rifle deer season. DURANGO SFU - La Plata County • . In Durango, oii the Animas River. 14 acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: visitor's center, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room, 4rinking water. RESTRICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited except in retention ponds. b. Dogs prohibited. DUTCH"GULCH SWA- Gunnison County . a. ATVs, dirt bikes, snowmobiles restricted to improved road on property. b. Camping prohibited. • . c. Dogs prohl'bi~ except when used as aµ aid in hunting or when on a leash. .. d ~ prohibited. . • • e. Public access prohibited March I-June 15. . . f. Public. access restricted to foot or horsebackfn?m designated parking areas. g. Parking restricted to designated parking areas. Eagle River - Eagle County . . . .. .. . From Gore Ck downstream to Colorado' River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. EAGLE RIVER SWA ~ ~ ) - Eagle County _ . From Eagle, go 1 mile E on Hwy.6, continuing for 5 miles E upstream. FISHING: coldwater stream. . . RECREATION:· non-motoriud boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. ~ hibited. b. Fires ~h1bited. • 32 �c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. d Dogs prohibited. • . e. Public access limited to designated points as posted. Eut Beaver~~ Gunnison County. · a. Public access permitted. b .. Camping allowed. Eut Pas., Creek-. Saguache County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Eut River - Gunnison County ·, a. From upstream property boundary at Roaring Judy SFU downstream to the laylor River:1. Artificial flies only. • . • 2 Bag and possession limit and minimum size for trout is 2 fish under 12 inches long. 3. Taking kokanee salmon prohibited. . b. From Roaring Judy Hatchery outlet downstream to Roaring Judy SFU-bounclary: 1. FIShing prohibited Aug. 1 to Oct. 31. • . • ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR SWA* -Archuleta County • From Pagosa Springs, go 4 miles S on ~wy.84 to property. 211 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: boating, picnickini, wildlife. viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. •· . RESTRICTIONS: a. All_ largemouth and smallmouth bass 12-15 inches long inust be retum:ed to the water immediately upon catch. • b. No bag and possession limit for yellow perch. ·. c. Camping prohibi~. d FJreS prohibited. e. Waterskiing prohibited. Eleve~e Reservoir- Park County a:Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . • . . b. Bag and .possession limit and minimum size for trout is 4 fish ofwhich no more than 2 can be over 16 inches long. . c. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Ocll - Dec.31, east (lake side) of inlet buoy line. Elk Creek - San Miguel County -~ a. Artificial flies and lures only. ~ . • b. All c u ~ trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Elkhead Reservoh4 - Moft'at & Routtcounties Property managed by State Parks. Consult State Parks for: additional regulations . . a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for smallmoutb and iargemouth bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. ELLIO'IT SWA- Morgan County From Snyder, ·go 6 miles NE on Cty.Rd.W.7 to property. 2,576 acres. . . . HUNTING: deer, pheasant,· bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, waterfowl (reservation waterfowl bunting available). . ~ • ·RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. •• FACilJ.TIES: duck blinds on the Union Tract RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dischmging firearms or bows proln'bited except when bunting. c. Fires prohibited. . . • . . d. Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authom-¢ by area wildlife mgr. e. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.ril. daily except when authorized by permit f. Small game hunting 'p~hibited on opettlng weekend of regular plains rifle deer season. UNIONTRACT: • · . • · . . a. Waterfowl hunters must hunt from designated blinds/zones and check in mid out at check station.· • . . b. Publi,c access prohibited on Union 1ract except for waterfowl 'hunting on specific dates and from designated blinds/ zones. -. • • • c. Waterfowl hunting permitted first-come, first-served, limited to the two blqids/zones available from teal season through the end of the first split of regular duck season and on specific days through the rest of the season by lottery reservations. ; d. Waterfowl hunting permitted from designated blinds as posted or within zone identified for each blind. 33 �e. A maximum of 4 bunters per blinds/zones. No more than 8 bunters pennitted on property at any one time. ·, NORTI-1 TRACT: · . a. All hunting by reservation. Hunting permitted only on Sat:,-Sun.-, Wed., and legal holidays. b. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. daily unless authorized by night hunting pennit. Emerald Lakes (Big & Uttle) - Hinsdale County • • In Weminuche Wilderness Area - WILD TROUT WATER. a. Artificial flies and lures only. • · • b. Bag and possession limit and maximum size for trout is 2 fish, 14 inches long.' c. FJ.Sbing prohibited in Lake Creek inlet for 1/2 mile above 'Big Emerald Lake Jan.I - July 15. F.SCALANTE SWA• - Delta, Mesa & Montrose counties . • . HAMILTON TRACT: From Delta, go 2.2 miles Won.5th St(G road) to G50 Rd., then 2 miles NW to tract Alternate route: From Delta, go 5 1/2 miles-NW on Hwy.50 to. tract . ·LOWER ROUBIDEAU TRACT: From Delta, go 4 1/2 miles Won 5th St (G Rd;) to tract , • PICKET CORRAL TRACT::From Delta, go 12. miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 21 miles SW into Escalante Canyon.· • . . . PEACH ORCHARD-POINT TRACT: From Delta, go 6 1/2 miles Won 5th-St(G Rd.) to Sawmill Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N to tract. • •. • . •· CAP SMITH TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then 6 miles SW into Escalante Canyon. • •. . · EAST WALKER TRACI': From Delta, go 12 miles Non Hwy.50 to Escalante Canyon turnoff, then ·4 miles SW into Escalante Canyoµ.. . . •· · . . • •. • UPPER ROUBIDEAU TRA~ From Delta,\go 6 1/2 miles Won 5th St(G Rd.) to Sawmill · Mesa Rd, then 11 1/2 miles N to tract • .. . . WEST WALKER TRACT: From .Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.50 to Escalante. Canyon turnoff, then 17 miles SW into. Escalante Canyon to Palmer Gulch Rd, then 5 miles W,. then -1.2 miles N . t9ward Tatum Ridge to Tatum Ridge/Snowbelly Ridge rds., then 6 ~ NE to tract • WJ\TERWHEEL TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW on Hwy.SO to F.scalante Canyon turnoff, then 3 miles SW into F.scalante Canyon, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). ~. .: GUNNISON RIVER TRACT: From Delta, go 12 miles NW onHwy.50 to .&calante .Canyon _ Rd, then 3 miles SW to the Gunnison River, then 3/4 mile upstream on the S side of Gunnison River (this is a primitive road). 5,019 total acres, all tracts. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, pheasapt, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. •• . . . RECREATION:•camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, interpretive program, bistoriqal area. RESTRICTIONS: a. Dog training prohibited on Hamilton and LoY/er Roubideau .tracts during upland game or migratory bird seasons. _ • . • b. Field trials prohibited except Feb. I-March 15 & Aug.1-Sept30. . . c. Public access prohibited on ffiµnilton and L4?wer Ro~ideau tracts March 15 -July 31. d On Lower Roubideau Tract hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and yomiger, and their ~ r s . Mentors must be 18 or older and_ comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. Only. one mentor per youth. 1 Evans City Lake (Riverside Park) -Weld County ' a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15-incheslong. Fawn Creelc - Rio Blanco· County . •. a. Artificial flies and lures only. · ' : b. All trout must be Jetumed to the water immediately up~>n catch. FINGER ROCK SFU +-Routt County From Yampa,-go 3 miles Son Hwy.131 to unit 20 acres. FISHING: coldwater pond fishing. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. FJ.Sbing prohibited except in retention ponds. b. Fishing prohibited sunset to sunrise. • c. Camping prohibi~ • , d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. e. Dogs prohibited • f. Fires prohibited FISlI CREEK SWA - Dolores County From Dolores~ go 12 miles Non Hwy.145 to USFS Rd535, then 12 miles N to FlBh Creek access road, then 1 1/2 miles N to property. 314 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, snowshoe hare. 34 �FISHING: coidwater stream. · . RECREATION: camping (only during deer & elk seasons), hiking, wildlife viewing. • RES1RICTIONS: Camping prohibited except in deer and elk seasons. • • FLAGLER RESERVOIR SWA • Kit Carson County From Flagler,,go 5 iniles E on·Rd.4 to reservoir. 400·acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl; FISHING: warm.water.. . RECREATION: power boating, waterskiing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: . a.· Boating prohibited during waterfowl seasons except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor.. • ·_ b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake, exceptwaterskiing permitted Sundays and Mondays, June I -Aug31. . • c. Hunting prohibited except for youths 15 and younger, and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting:Only one meJ,1tor per youth. . • _ _• • • Florida River• La Plata County . • • • a. Snagging kobnee permitted above Lemon Reservoir,· Sept.I - Dec.31. Forbes Park Lake - Costilla County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • • b.. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Fort Morgan·Ponds • Morgan-County • a. The mioimmn ~ for smallm.outh and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Four Mlle Creek • Garfield County _ . From confluence with Roaring Fmk River upstream 1/2 mile: Fishing prohibited March -15-May 15. FRANK SWA • Larimer & Weld oountfes _ From 1-25 at the Wmdsor exit. go 2.3 miles Eon Hwy.392 to Cty.Rd.13, then.1/2 mile S to property. 640acres. • . · • • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, prairie dog, pheasant, dove, waterfowl· FISHING: warmwater. RES1RICl1ONS: . _ a. On Frank Easement Ponds (North & South), minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. _ . • • • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited. . • d. Hunting-prohibited except with shotguns or bows. e. Camping prohibited. · f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. g. Waterfowl hunting limited to established hunt zones by reservation only on Sat, ~-. Moo., and legal holidays. Call (970) 472-4432 for reservations. - • , FRANTZ LAKE SWA • Chaffee County . . _ From Salida, go 3/4 mile NW on Hwy.291 to Cty.Rd.154, then 3/4 mile W to property. Property is SW of Mt. Shavano Hatchery. FISHING: coldwater lake: HUNTING: waterfowl FACILITIES: rest rooms. RES1RICl1ONS: 0miping prohibited. Ft-mer. River~ Grand County • ·From Meadow Ck to Colorado River: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . Frevert Resenolr • Garfield County . -•. a. Discharging firearms hibited. • Freeman Resenoir ~ Mofr:t County . . . From 50 yards of either side of inlet and upstream 1/4 mile: FISbing prohibited Jan.I - July 31 : French Gulch· SIIDlniit County • -• a. Artificial flies _and I.~ only. • b. All cuttliroat trout must be returned to the watei: immediately upon catch. FRENCHMAN.CREEK SWA (Means)· PhllHps County - • . From Holyoke, go 5 miles W on Hwy.6 to Cty.Rd.29, then 1/2 mile S to property. 69 acres. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. F'II'CS prohibited. 35 �. . c. Target practice. including paintballs, prohibitefi except-when authorized by area wildlife mgr.. d Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. . . • Fryingpan River - Eagle & Pitkin counties. . · ,. . ... From Ruedi Dam do~tream to Roaring Fork. River (14 miles) -GOLD MED.At WATER:· •· a Artificial flies and lures only. _. . . . . b. All trout. except browns, must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. . • c. All brown trout over 14 inches long must be returned to the water·~ly upon catch. Fryingpan Lakes 2 and 3 - Pitkin County a Artificial flies and lures only. . •• . b. All cutthroat troutmust be returned to the. water immediately upon catch. GARFIELD CREEK SWA- Garfield County From New Castle, go 2 miles SW on Cty.Rd.312 to Garfield Creek Rd., then 1 oiile S·to property. 13,179 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. -RECREATION: wildlife·viewiilg. •· RESTRICTIONS: a ~ping prohibited excq,~ for 7-days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through 7 days after the end of regular big game seasons. . . b. Hunting prohibited within 75 yards of centerline of Cly.Reis. 312 and 328.... c. Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone. . ·_ . d Public access prohibited Dec.I - July 15. except for spring turkey h~g below the junction • . or small game bunting above junction of Cty. Reis. 312 and 328. - e. Dogs proluoited except as a bunting aid. f. Bicycles restricted to Garfield Cty.Rds. 312 and 328. ~i:ge Creek - Larimer County . • • From the headwaters downstream to Cornelius Creek: a Artificial flies and lures only. . . ' . b. All troutmust be returned to the water immediately upon ~tcb., , , •••• GLENWOOD SPRINGS SFU - Garfield County _ ., .•. From Glenwood Sprjngs, go 2.2 miles W along Mitchell Creek to property. :2 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, .limited .tours. RESTRICTIONS: •• a Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. . . . . . Golden Ponds Pm Ponds #11 Ill, #3, #4 - Boulder County a Minimums~ for smallmouth and largemouth bass must be !$_inches long. Gore Creek - Eagle County . .. From Red Sandstone Creek downstream to the Eagle River - GOLD MEDAL WATER: '· a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . . b. Bag a,nd possession limit ·and minimum size for trout~ 2 fish. 16 inches long. .. · qranby ~oh; Including Inlet stremm -·Grand County . . • . · .• . . . a Bag and possession limit for trout, except lake trout, .and kokanee salmo.n is: 4 fish, singly or in the aggregate.,Erom Sept t~Dec. 31; bag and po~sion limit for kokanee·is 10 fish. .. . . .b. Bag and possessi9n limit for lake trout is 2 fish only one of which can be .over 20. inches long. c~ Ice fishing shelters must be portable. .. . ,. .. . d Snagging kolamee permitted in Granby _Re$. oilly Sepll-Dec.31 except ColUIIlbine Bay. : e. FJ.Shing proJnoited-in Columbine Bay from inlet of1\vin Creek upstream. Oct,15 7 .Dec.31. f. Gaffs and ~ prohibited. snares Grand Lake - Grand County . . . . . a Bag and possession limit for lake troutis 4 fish, only 1 fish.av~ 36 inches. From Oct l to June 30, all lake tro~t 26-36 inches must be released immeil_iately upon catch. b. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. • . c. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. •• . GRANDVIEW PONDS SWA-Adams County In Thornton at the comer of 104th Ave. & Colo.Blvd FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: hiking, picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a The ~um.size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 •inches long. b. Boatiµg prohibited. c. Camping prohibited. • d Discharging~ or bows prohibited;· • e. Fires prohibited. f. Hunting prohibited. 36 �g. Public access prohibited l .hour after sunset to -1 hour before sunrise-except for fishing; h. Pe~ prohibited. • . • . , . • · . • • . i. 'Irapping prohibited except by pemlits, issued first come,. first served. . ' Green Mountain Reservoir• Grand & S.ummlt counties a. Srumging for kokanee salmon permitted Sepl 1 - Dec. 31. Green River· Moffat County •· • . a. No bag and possession limit for. channel cat:fi$, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern • pike, walley~ green sunfish, bluegill; bullhead, yellow perch or crappie. GRIEVE RANCH CONSERVATION EASEMENT.• Routt County a. f"'ires prohibited. b .• Dogs prohibited except for hunting. c. -Fireanns-prohibited except for hunting. d Camping prohibited ex~t in developed campgrounds. • e. Snowmobiles,A1Vs prolnl>~ . f. C o ~ use prohibited. g. Woodcutting and gathering prohibited. h. Public ~ prohibited on hay meadows north of Cty. Rd. 129. i. Fishing access to 41tle Snake River restricted to river corridor, plus 20 feet above high-wat:er • . line on either bank. Griffith Reservoir - M,esa County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. Bag and•possession an<f mjnjmnm lriz.e for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. Grimes Creek• La Plata County From inlet of Vallecito Reservoir upstream: Taking kokanee prohibited except Nov.15 -Jan.31 when snagging is also pennitted. . • ' • • .. Grizzly Creek· Garfield County . From the Colorado River upstream Ill. mile: F'JShing prohibited March 15 -· May 15. GROSS RF.SJlatVOIR SWA • Boulder County• a. Boating and floating devices prohibited. _ • Gross Reservoir - Boulder County . a. Fishing prohibited 9 p.m. to 4· a.m. or as posted at main entrance. b. Snagging kokan~ permitted Sepl 1 - J~. 31. . : GROUNDHOG RESERVOIR SWA • Dolores County . . From Dolores, go 25 miles N .on USFS Rd.526 to USFS Rd.533, then 5 miles NE to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. • • • • • RECREATION: camping~ wildlife viewing.· · FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: . . a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. · b. F'JShing prohibited in Nash Ck & Groundhog Ck inlets upstream for. 1n. mile April 15 - July._15. Gunnison River, Lake Fork - Hinsdale County• see Lake Fork of the Gunnison SWA. Gunnison River - Delta; Gunnison & Montrose counties . . a. From the F.ast and Taylor rivers downstream to the.bridge crossing Gunnison Cty.Rd. 10: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • •• . . 2. Bag, possession and minimum si7.e limit for brown trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to the. water irnroooiately upon catch. • b. From the F.ast and Taylor rivers downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir at Hwy.SO and Hwy.149, including all tn'butary canals and diversions: 1. Taking ~kanee prohl'buedAug. l -Oct.31. 2. Snagging ;trokanee salmon permitted Nov.I - Dec31. c. From the Hwy. 135 bridge 1.5 miles north of Gunnison downstream to Hwy. 50 bridge: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . • 2 Minimum size for brown ·trout is 16 inches long. •· 3. Rainbow trout must be returned to .the water .immediately upon catc~. d From Blue Mesa Dam downstream ·225 yards: • • 1. Fishing prohibited posted. _ e. From closure signs below Blue Mesa dam to MOJTOw Point Res. dam: . 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sepll - Dec.31. f; From Morrow Point dam downstream 130 yards; 1. Fishing prohibited as posted . . . . g. Ftom closure sign below Morrow Point dam downstream to Crystal Res. dam: 1. Snagging kokanee pennitted Sepll - Dec.31. • b. From Crystal Res .. dam downstream 200 yards: as 37 �1. F'ISbing prohibited as posted. • • i. From 200 yards downstream of Ccystal Res. dam to the North Fork of the Gunnison River - GOLD MEDAL WATER & Wll.D TROUTWATER: l:Artificial flies and-lures only. ,, . . 2. Brown trout 12-16 inches i:nUSt be retume4 to water immediately upon catch. 3. Bag and possession and size limit for brown trout is eithe(: • a. ii ~ no greater than 12 inches long, or • • b: 3 fish less than 12 inches and 1 fish at least 16 inches long. 4. Rainbow trout must be returned to water immediately upon catch. j. From the Uncompaghre River downstream to the Colorado River: 1. No bag and possession limit for channel ~ largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike. walleye. green sunfish, bluegill, bullhead, yellow pere1i or crappie. • GUNNISON SWA- Gu.nnbon Qnmty . . • From Gunnison. go 6 miles Won Jlwy.50 to property._2,800 acres. • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing.• RESTRICTIONS: .a. Public access ezohibited Dec.I - March 31. b. Camping restiicted to designated areas. . . c. Beaver Creek 1i'ail restricted to foot or horseback. GUNNISON RIVER SWA (Vmi Tu~ & Redden)~ Gmmlson County . . . . .. From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Cty.Rdl~. l)Im left and go U4 mile to where the road jogs left. and becomes Gunnison city street of Tin~p:Thlvel-W 3 city blocks to Palisade city park. Parking • on N side of park. Area accessed by foot lll mile W of parJ:dng lot, • HUNTING: deer. • · · · · ·, FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing~ F~CILITIES: parking area. .. . RESTRICTIONS: Public access by foot only. GYPSUM PONDS SWA- F.agle County • , 1-70 to the Gypsum exit, take the S side frontage rd. of 1-70 E to parking area. 90 acre's. HUNTING: deer, waterfowl . -· • •• ·• ' • :. FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. • • • RECREATION: non-motorized boating on pond, wildlife viewing, dog training. • FACILITIES: parking area. • •• RP.STRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. . b. Fires prohibited. • _ . , c. Dogs prohibited March 15-June 15 to protect nesting waterfowl. d Boat launching. and takeo.uts proln'bited. . Bahn·Creek- Rio B ~ County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . • .. . • b. All cutthroat ~ut must be returned to thew~ immediately upon catch. HallenbackReservolr - Mesa County• . • • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • · • • . b: Minim.iun size foilargemouth bass is 15 inches long. Hamilton Creek - Grand County • a.· Artificial flies and lures only. . . . . . b. All cutthroat trout ~ t be returned to the water ~ l y upon catch~ Hanging Lake - Garfield ~ t y . ' •• , · .' . · . a. Fishing prohibited. . • • Harvey Gap State Park - Garfteld County . a. MiniDyJin size for sma1Imouth and.la!gemouth J>ass is 15 inches long. b. Bag and 'on limit foi catfish is 2 fish. Bat Creek-~ County a. Artificial flies and lures only. .. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water frnrnooiatdy upon catch. :HAVILAND LAKE SWA- La Plata County. . • . • • From Durango, go 18 mil~ Non HWy.550 to USPS Rd671, then 1/l mile B to property. 208 acres. HUNTING: watezfowL • • FISHING: coldwater lake. • -• . RECREATION: camping, boating. . • . . .: . . •FACILlTIBS: campgrounds (USFS), rest morn. drinking water, gravel boat ramp. C • 38 • �by RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled hand or electric motor. .Haxtun City Lake (Gun Cub Lake) • Phllllps County · . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Headache Creek -Archuleta County . • • . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrnooiately-upon catch. BECKENDORF SWA- Chaffee County •. • · From Buena VISta, go 5 miles Non Hyvy.24 to Cty.Rd.361, then 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: elk, deer, small game. • • • •• . . RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. . RF.srRICTIONS: ~ing prohibited. . •.. -: Hermosa Creek, Emt Fork - LaPlata County • From its headwaters downstream to Sig Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. All trout must be returned.to the water irnrnooiately upon catch. Hermosa Creek, South Fork - LaPlata County a. Artificial·flies and lures cnµy. . -b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon_ catch. Bidden Lakes - Lake County . • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch.. •~GELSWA-Alamosa County (Formerly Mount Pleasant SWA) • , ~ No public access Sept. 1-Feb. 14~ except Sats., Suns., Weds. and legal holidays. •.•b. Public access also prohibited.Feb. 15-Iuly 15 to protect nesting water birds. . c. Special uses during closures can be approved for ~ucational or scientific uses: • .. . . d Permits required. A maximum of 25 pennits daily. From Oct 1 through Nov. 10, petoµts must be obtained through a reservation system. Contact DOW in Monte VISta for-free permit and other infonnation (719)·587-6923. •• • Bigbllne Reservoir• Mesa County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Himes Creek -Archuleta County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the ·water .immediately upon catch. Hine Lake - Jefferson County . .a . ~ size for largemouth bass is 18 inches long. • HOHNHOLZ LAKa SWA-Larimer County • From Hwy.14 at upper end of Poudre Canyon, go 30 miles Non Laramie River R,r(Cty.Rd.103) to entrance. 80. acres of watef, 1 mile of river. . • HUNTING:•waterfowL • FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. • ·:RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . FACILITIES: rest rooms. • RESTRICTIONS: . • a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or eleciric motor. b. Camping prohibited except in Larainie River camping area. c. Public access prohibited on Grace Creek road Dec.1 -Aug.15. d Sailboards proln"bited. e. Hobnholz Lake #3: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. •2. Bag. and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. HOLBROOK :usERVOIR SWA- Otero County . . . . ·From Swink, go 3 miles Non Cty.Rd.24.5 to Cty.Rd.FF, then 1/2 mile E to reservoir. 670 acres: FISHING: warmwater. • • • HUNTING: deer, rc,J>bit,. ~ J?h~ ~bwhite quail, do--:~, waterfo~L ~ . . . . • • RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsur.fing, w ~ g , campmg, wildlife vie~g. FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. • RESTlUCI'IONS: Hun~g prohibited on southwest side as posted. • HOLLY SWA .• Prowers County . • . . From Holly, go 1 mile N on Cty.Rd.34 to property. 55 acres. • Hl.JNT.ll\fG: Jabbit, pheasant; dov, waterfowl • .···RECREATION: wildlife viewing. Holtorf Lake #1 - Washington County • a. Minimum size· for smallmouth and ~emouth bass is 15 inches long. ·39 �Holyoke City Lake (Lions aub Fishing Hole) - Phillips County • a. Minimum size·for smallmouth.and lalgemouth bass is 15 inches long. ~ HOLYOKE SWA ~ PhDlips County From Ho).yoke,..go 4 miles Son Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.14, then 4 miles W to property. so·acres. , HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove. deer. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fues prolu"bited. . c. Field trials prohibited except Feb.1 - March 31 andAug.1 - Sept.30! . ~ Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authomed by area wildlife mrg. . e. Discharging firearms or \x>WS prohibited except when hunting. • • • HOME LAKE SWA- Rio Grande County . From Monte V1Sta, go 1 112 miles E on Sherman Ave. to property. FISIDNG: coldwater lake. • • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Boating prohibited except ~ propell~ by hand, wind, electric motor, or motorboats as provided in b. and c. below. . . · : . • • . . •. • b. Motorboats up to 10 horsepower may be used at anytime: . . c. Motorboats greater t:Imn and including 10 horsepower may be used only 10 am. .to 4: pm. d. Public access prohibited sUDSet to sunrise except, for fishing ot when authorized by night • . . hunting permit- . . .. .. . ·. . •. Ho~e Conveyance Channel (Spinney Mountain Reservoir Inlet ditch) - Park County a. FJ$ing.prolu"bited. . • • HORSE CREEK RF.SERVOIR SWA ('Dmber Lake)· Bent & Otero counties From LaJunta, go 8 miles Non Hwy.109 to Cheraw, then 2 miles E mi Cty.RdJJ~5 to Cty.Rd.3~. 7 miles N to reservoir. 2,603 acres. • • FISIDNG: warmwater. . . . . • RECREATIO~: power boating, sail surfing, ~aterskiing, ~ping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. boat ramps. : • RESTRICTIONS: • a. 1i"otlines and jugs permitted. b. Public access onlJ for fishing or boating. Horse P¥ture PQDd (Watson Lake SWA) -Larimer County a. FlShing restrlcted to youths 15 yeais or younger. .. •• . _ HORSE THIEF CANYON SWA- Mesa County . . 1-70 W to Fruita exit, from Fruita exit take Hwy.340 S 1 mile to property sign, take I ~ ~ ~ o w l , dov~ deer, coyote, rabbit, quail,~pheasanl FISIDNG: warmwater.· • • access road 4 . • RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. . RFSI'RICTIONS: a. Fishing prohibited in rearing ponds and as posted. b. Camping prolu"bited. c. Fues prohibited. . . d Hunting permitted with shotguns, hand-held bows and muzzleloadiJigsifles. . . e. Hunting·prohibited Saturdays, except on~ opening. weekends of"small game and waterfowl seasons. All other Saturdays, hunting is restricted to youths 15 and younger and their mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older and comply with hunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied b y ~ while bunting. Only one ~r_per youtJi. • . f. Public access prohibited 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. except fur fishing. . • g. Users must check in at entrance check station. • h. Quail bunting prohibited. . . . • . : . - i. Watenowl hunting prohibited from Wednesday thn,,ugh Friday each week, except on Jbanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. . '. . . .. · . • . j. Waterfowl bunting allowed only from designated blinds as .posted. All waterfowl hunters must have a peanit for a specific blind and are restricted it. ,N() inore than 4 hunters pet bijnd Horseshoe Reservoir - Huerfano County • .. a. Minimum size for smallmouth, lmgemquth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. Horsetooth Reservoir;. Larimer County .. •• a. FlShing prohibited in inlet March 15 - May 31. • •b. Minimum si7.e for largemouth bass is 15 in~ Jo;og. . c. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 incli~ long. • • 40 �d Minimum size for walleye is18 inches long. N01E: Res. undergoing construction. Low water until fmther notice. HOT CREEK SWA* - Conej~ County ·.• •- • From Monte VJ.Sta, go 20 miles S on Hwy: 15 to access road, then 5 miles W to property. 3,494 acres. -, HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, _mountain lion, rabbit, dove,• waterfowL · FISHING: coldwater stream. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICI1ONS: • • a. Snowmobiles proln"bited. b. Vehicles prohibited_:pec.1 .. April 30. HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS SWA* - Grand County . • JENNY WllLIAMS UNIT: From Hot Sulphur Springs; go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Cty.Rd.50 (E end of the Colorado River bridge), then 2 miles S to unit • •• _ -. • BYERS CANY:ON RIFLB RANGE: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go-4·miles Won Hwy.40 to . range (N side of highway). • • .: . . . •· BREEZE UNIT: About 1=5 miles W of Granby on Hwy. 40 past ~e town·of ~ 1~ mile to . property. Look for mile marker 196. Tum left 1/4 mile past marker for parking or continue W 3/4 mile for additional parking. Unit is about 11 1/2 miles W of Krenimling. • . . • BEAVER CREEK UNIT: From.Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to Colorado River briclge, then S at E end of bridge. . •. • • . HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS STATE MNCH: From Hot Sulphur Springs, go 3 miles W <>n Hwy.40 to Colorado River bridge, then S at the W end of bridge~. • • PAUL F. On.BERT FISHING AREA: From Hot S~hur S ~ go 3 miles Won Hwy.40 to the W end of Colorado River bridge, then S to area: •• • •. • . • LONE BUCK UNIT: F'.rom Hat Sulphur Springs, &C? 3 1/2 miles W. on Hwy~40to unit (S side of . Hwy). 1,173 tQtal acres, all units. · • .. • . • . . .. . . KEMP UNIT: Froni Granby, about 14.5 miles Won Hwy. 40, tum left on Grand County Road'3 • and drive over Colorado River brld~. Tum right on second road or go another 1/2 mile and tum right for parking. Unit is about 12 miles east of Kremmling. . •. . .· • HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, blue grouse, ·waterfowl, dove.· FISHING: coldwater stream. · . • • • • RECREATiON: camping, hildilg, snowmobiling, wildlife viewin_g, photography, shooting range. FACll.ITIES: rest room, rifle range, campsites. . . • · • RESTRICTIONS: • . • a. Camping prohibited except in Beaver Creek Unit and Lone Buck campgrounds. . b. Discharging fireamis prohibited in Beaver Creek Unit, Lone Buck campgrounds and Paul F. Gilbert FlShing Area. . . • • . . . . •• c. Public access prohibited on Byers Canyon Rifle Range between sunset and sunrises. d._ Public access· on Byers Canyon Rifle Range may be-prohibited to protect wintering big game. e. Fishing at Breeze Unit Kids Pond restricted to ages 15 and under and mobility 4nPaired anglers restricted to a wheelchair. · ,. f. Public access on Breeze ·unit hay meadow wetland prohibited March 15 - July 15. ·-Huerfano River - Huerfano County . · From headwaters downstream to USPS boundary: •• a. Artificial flies and lures only. b; Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. HUERFANO SWA--Huerfano County •. From~,. go 13 miles Won Cty.Rd.S80. 544 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove. . • FISHING: coldwater stremrL •• RECREATION: camping,,hiking, wildlife vi~wing. • FACIUTIES: rest rooms, picnic tables. .. . HUGO SWA- Lincoln County •• · . •• . .. . ... CLINGINGSMITH TRACT: From Hugo, go 14 milesS :on·Cty.R.d.109, 2 U4 miles Eon Cty.RcL2G to tract 2,240 acres; • • • HUJIITING: deer, _antelope, .~it, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: .warmwater: •. • ' RECREATION:-camping, biking, wildlife viewing. FACll..lTIES: rest rooms. . . . RESTRIC11ONS: Boatii\g prohibited on Clingingsmith 'Iract. •Hunt Lake - ·Chaffee County • a. Artificial flies and lures ~nly. . . . . • . . b. All trout must be returned to the water~y_upon ~ . 41 �•IIUNf SWA- Garfield County . . From Rifle go 2 miles E to Mamm Creekexit, take frontage road W 1 mile to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. · • • • . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except while bl,ID.ting waterfowl. . c. Fues prohibited. • • • d. Hunting big game prohibited. . _ e. Vehicles prohibited. • Illinois River - Jackson County On the Macnaughton SWA: . a. Artificial flies 3'ld lures only.· b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . -INDIANRUN SWA- Routt County _ · •• IRVINE SWA- Jackson County • .. . _ • _ · From Hamilton, go 12 miles SE on Hwy.317 to Cty.Rd.67, then 6 miles S to property. 2,039 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit; blue grouse. • FISHING: coldwater stream.. RECREATION: _camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. • From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.1:2; fake.Rd.12 5:l•miles·W·to Cty.Rd.18, take Rd.18 4.5 miles W to Cty.W.Rd.5, take W.Rd.S 1.5 miles .SW.to·Cty.Rd.22, take Rd22 2.5 miles to property. 0.7 miles of river. .• FISHING: coldwater stream.·· . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS:· • • a. Raspbeay Creek an~ Nonis Creek on the IrviJ!e SWA:. • 1. Artificial lli~ and lures only. , • . . 2. Bag andpossession.limit for trout-is 2-fisb. • · . b. R<>aring-Fork Creek on the Irvine, ~ville, and OcJd Fellows SWAs:_1. Arti1'cial flies and lures only; . . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • c. Camping.prohibited. .. d.. Hunting prohibited, - JACKSON LAKE SWA- :Morgan €ounty _ -. _ ._ _. . From 1-76.atthe Hwy.39-exit, go 7.4 miles N on.}lwy.39 to Hwy.144, then 1 mile NE·to Cty.Rd.5,. then 3.8 miles N to Cty.Rd.CC, thenl mile Wto Cty.Rd.4, then 1/4,mile·S to.property. 394 acres. HUNTING: pbeasant,·waterfowl, dove, rabbit, deer. • • FISHING,,warmwater. . RECREATION: powerboating, s_ailboating;sail surfing, waterskiing, wildlife viewing (no boat· raJJlP). • . .. • RESTRICTIONS: • . . . a. Fishing prohibited Nov.1 through the last day of theiegular .watetfowl season, except fishing permitted from the ~ through Nov.30; . • « b.. ~ce fishing prohibited. • . c. Camping prohibited. - . ·_ • - , _ • . d. Hunting prohibited from the 'frozen surface of the lake and elsewhere as posted. e. Fires prohibi~. . • • _ • . . f. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when bunting. ·. . •' __. g. Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area ~dlife mgr. b. Minimum size ~ t for walleye and saugeye is 15 ~ches long. • , i Minimum si7.e limit for wipers·is 15 inches.long. Jackson Reservoir- Morgan County . . . •· • a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . b. MiniDµun ~ limit for walleye and saugeye ~ ts.inches long~, •. c. Minfmum size limit for wipers is 15 inches long. • • • .. d. Fishing in outlet ditch ~ately below dam and.around rotary ~ n prohibiteds. Jackson Gulch-Reservoir - Montezuma.County:•. · a. No bag and,posstssio:i;i linµt on yellowpeICh. _·_ - . JAMES JOHN SWA- Lu Animas County .. From Raton, MN, go 7 miles OQ NM-Hwy; 72.& 526, N up. Stigarite Qinyon .12 iniles to.Lake Dorothey SW~ then NW 2 miles on· unmarked trail to top of FIShers Peak-Mesa. 8,200 .acres.· HUNTING: Elk,~. bear, mountain lion, small.game, turkey._ 42 �RECREATION: Wtldlife viewing, mountain ·biking, hiking, picnicking. RESTRICTIONSj , • a. Camping prohibited within 100 feet of streams. b. Public access prohibited Dec; 1-A~ 1. • _ c. Public access restricted to foot or horseback. · d. Hunting· access restricted during the COI]!bined deer and elk seasons to big game only, by drawing and with access pennit JENSEN SWA- Ria Blanco County From Meeker, go 9 miles NE on Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd.30, property begins at Cty.Rd.30 and Hwy.13. 5,955 acres. . • . HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. b. Public access prohibited Dec.I - July 15. . .. •• I .A JERRY CREEK RESERVOIRS SWA (Jerry Creek Reservoirs·#! and 2) - Mesa,Countya. Artificial-flies and· lures only.. _ • b. All fish must be returned to the water immr.diately upon catch. • c. Hunting prohibited. • • d Camping prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. f. Boating, floating, swilliining:and wading prohibited. g. Ice fishing on and all public access to the fro7.en surface of the lakes is prohibited. h. Pets and domestic-animals prohibited. • i. Motorized and non-motorized vehicles prohibited. j. Fireanns prohibited. .flDl Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only~ b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. JOE MOORE RESERVOIR SWA-Montemma County - - From Mancos,.go 5 miles NE-on Hwy.18'4 to Cty.Rd.40, then 4 miles N to reservoir.120 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl.' . _ •. . FISHING: coldwater lake. • • • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp. . . . RESTRICTIONS: Boating in a manner that'causes a whi~waterwake is probibi~ Joe Wright Creek - Larimer County • • • From Joe Wright Reservoir upstream to Hwy.14: a. FISbing prohibited Jan.1- July 31. b. Artificial flies and lures only. : . c. Bag and possession limit and miniinum si7.C for trout is 2 fish, ~6 inches long. Joe Wright Reservoir - Larimer County a. Artifitjal flies and l~only. b. Bag and possession limit is for trout is 2 fish.· . . c. No si7.C limit for grayling and the standard aggregate bag limits for trout apply.· JOHN MARTIN RESERVOIR SWA- Bent County From Las Animas, go 20 miles E on Hwy~50 to Hasty, 2 miles S of Hasty to res. 22,325 acres. • HUNTING: ~ . rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warm.water. . RECREATIO!'ol: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiilig, camping, hiking,_wildlife viewing. • • FACILITIES: re&t rooms, boat ramps. . RESTRICTIONS: Trotlines and jugs permitted b. Field trials prohibited except Feb.1-March 31 & Aug. l~t30. c. Public access prolnl>ited except to retrieve downed waterfowl N:ov.1 through the last day of . waterfowl season:asposted.- • • - • - . . • ·· a. JULESBURG SWA (Julesburg and Ovid Leases) - Sedgwick County From Ovid, go 1/2 mile S on Cty.Rd29 to property. . _ • • • _ HUNTING: deer. rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove: tmkey; ~ucks; RECREATION: hiking, wildlife. viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: • . __ . a. Cmripirig prohibited. • _ • b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. 43 �.,; c. F.treS prohibited. · . • • . • : • ·· •· d Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except.when authorized by area wildlife mgr. , e. Small game ltunting prohibited the opening- weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season. JUMBO (Julesburg) RF.SERVOIR SWA- Logan & Sedgwkk co~tfes · • From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd95, then 2 miles N to reservoir. 1,703 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, ducks, doves. FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. • FACILITIES: rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramp. •RESTRICTIONS: a. Annual or-daily use fee permit required. See "Use Fees Required" section. b. Minimum size limit for walleye and saugeye is 15 inches long. c. Minimum si7.e limit for wipers is 15 inches long. d Minimum si7.e limit for crappies is 10 inches long. e. Ftshing restricted to 2 south dams and bank around outlet tower, and ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of 2 south dains or 50 yards of outlet tower Oct 1 through the last day of waterfowl season. . • . f. Boats prohibited within 50 feet of outlet ·structure. ··; .. g. Boating prohibited Oct.I through last day of the regulaF goose season. Except, hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pi'"ck up decoys and rc;trieve downed w~terfowL • h. Hunting prohibited from frozen surface of lake. ,. _ i. Waterskiing prohibited before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m. on Friday, Saturday,· Sunday and · Monday of the Memorial Day weekend. •• • j. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. k. Number of vehicles limited to 250. . I. Thiget practice, ~cludiilg paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. JUNCTION BUTI'E SWA* - Grand County • _· •. · . • , From Kremmling, go 3 miles S on Hwy.9 to Cty.Rd387 (dirt road), then 1/2 mile E to property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, .blue grouse. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . . b. Hang gliding hibited. .• • · c. Vehicles probfuited except the day after Labor Day through the last day of.the.regular big. game season. . . • Juniata Reservoir - Mesa Q,unty a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All largemouth bass 12-15 inches long must be returned to the;water immediately upon catch. c. No more than 2 largemouth bass in any bag and possession limit can be longer than 15 inches. KARVALRESERV:OIRSWA-~colnCounty . ·: • •.. "-. ••.. . From Hwys.94 and 109, go S 10 miles on Hwy.-~09 to property. 235 acres... HUNTING: deer, rabbit, scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. • · FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room, shade shelters. . RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibjted ~cept craft propelled by band, wind or electric motor. . Kelly Lake - Jadmoil County • . • a. Artificial flies and lures only. ~ . •• b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Kerr Lake - Conejos County· • a. Artificial flies and lures only.. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Ketner Lake-.. Jefferson County a. Minimu'.m size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • Kingfisher Pond (Fort Collfm Environmental Learning Center Lake) - Larimer County a-Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches .long. • Kinney Creek (3 miles em of ~t Sulphur Springs) - Grand County a. Artificial flies and lures only. • • . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. • KINNEY LAKE SWA- (formerly Hugo SWA, Kinney Lake 'Irad) - Lincoln County - KINNEY LAKE 1RACT: From Hugo, go 14 miles S on Cty.Rd.109 to Cty.Rd.20, then 2.5 miles . -E to Cty.Rd.21, then 1 mile E to tract. 320 acres. • • a. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. 44 �Kitson Reservoir - Mesa County a. Bag, possession and minimum si7.e.limitfor grayling is 2 fish, 16 inches long. KNIGHT-IMLER SWA ~ Park County • • ' .. From Fairplay, go 10 miles S on Hwy.285 to property. • FISHING: ·cotdwater stream. _ RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply -· see South Platte River, South Fork. a. Camping prohibited. b~ Fires prohibited. c. Public access prohibited beyond 25 feet froin centerline-of stream. KNUDSON SWA ~ Logan County • • From 1-76 at the Sterling exit, go 112 mil~ W to Cty.Rd370 (information center, museum), then 112 mile SW to property. 581 acres. . . • HUNTING: deer, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, turkey, waterfowL RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RFSTRICTIONS: . I!- Camping prohibited. • . b. Disc'&arging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohibited. . . .• • ., · _. • d. Targefpractice, including paintballs,,prohibited except.when authorized by area wildlife mgr. •- e. Small game hunting prohibited opening weekend of-regular plains rifle deer season. KOA L&Jte - Boulder County - . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth ~d liugemouth bass is 15·inches long. KODAK WATCHABLE SWA- Weld·County From Windsor at Hwys.392 & 257, 3 miles S on Hwy.257 to parking area south of Poudre River. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, photography. • RESTRICTIONS: • • . a. Public access prohibited sunset to sunrise. b. Hunting prohibited. c. F!Shing prohibited. d. Camping prohibited. e. Fires prohibited. .. . f. Dogs must be on leash. Lagerman Reservoir~ Boulder County . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. LA JARA RESERVOIR SWA* - Conejos County From Mo$ VISta, go 20 miles S on Hwy.15 to access road, then 10 milesW to reservoir. 635 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIFS: rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. LAJARASWA* -ConeJos County • From Capulin, go 11 miles SW on D Road to property. 2,808 ·ac~. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, rabbit, dove. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • RESTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited.· .. b. Vehicles prohibited Dec.I -April 30. Lake Arbor - Jefferson County a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum ~ for walleye is 15 inches long. a. Lake Avery - see Oak IUdge SWA Lake Beckwith • a. 9m1Ping prohibited.. • . • • . b. Boating prohibited except for craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor.. c. Hunting prohibited.. • d. Fires prohibited except as posted. · LAKE DOROTHEY SWA- Las Animas County • . • · ·. From Raton, New Mexico, go 7 miles NE on NM Hwys.72 & 526, N up Sugarite Canyon 5 miles to property. 4,804 acres. • • • HUNTING: deer, elk, turkey. FISHING: coldwater.lake, coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIFS: rest room. 45 �RF.STRICTIONS: a Within Lake Dorothey SWA, Schwachheihm Ck an<~ all drainages into lake: artifi~al flies. and lures only. . . -· ;. •. · . • • • . b. Camping prohibited within.200 yards of :take Dorothey or 100 feet of a stream except in designated areas. . _ • c. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except sliotguns or bows for bunting. d. Hunting big game prohibited except archery. .. • e. Public access by foot or horseback only from established parld.ng areas.· • f. Trapping prohibited. Lake Fork Creek-- Lake County (See Lake Fork"of the Gunnison SWA)· a. Artificial flies and lures only. • •: • b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch1-: . ·LAKE FORK OF THE GUNNISON RIVERSWA (Fishing Emements) • Himdale County • From Lake City, go 5 3/8 niiles N orl Hwy.149 to S end of easement. FISHING: coldwater stream. -'• RF.STRICTIONS: a. From the headwaters downstream to waterfall at Sherman: 1-. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water imowUateJy upon catch. b. From inlet of Lake San Cristobal upstreaoi to first bridge crossing: - • ., ,. 1. Artificial flies only. c. From High Btidge Gulch downstream to- BLM boundacy below ~te CG and from Cherry Creek to upper Red Bridge CG boundary: 1. Artificial flies and•lures only. ' . . .. 2 Bag, possession and minimum size limit for brown trout-is 2 fish, t6·inches long.•· 3. All raiilbo~s inust be returned to the water immediately upon catch: . . d. From BLM boundary below Gate CG to Cherry Ck: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is. 2 fish._ . e. From Argenta Falls downstream to Blue Mesa Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee permitted Sept 1 -Dec.31. LAKE HENRY SWA- Crowley County . . . From Ordway, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.96 to Cty.Rd.20, then 1_. mile,N to property. 1,350 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl all.lands above high;.water line are private. Permission to·~unt required. FISHING: wannwater. • RECREATION: powerboating, sailb9ating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACil.JTIES: boat ramps, campsites. • LAKE·IRWIN SWA- Gunnison County . . . . . . • From Gunnison,_ go north to Ohio Creek Road (730) to Kehler Pass,Road (12), continµe ~orth. to USFS Rd 8.26, 1.5 miles to lake. • . • - • FISHING: coldwater lake • RECREATION: camping fishing, wildlife viewing. . . ACCESS: limited to summer travel,, usually July to October. F A ~ : campsites, drinking water, rest rooms. Lake Isabelle• Boulder Q>unty :a ArtificW. flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession ~ t for trout is 2 fish . . LAKE JOHN SWA* • Jackson County · . . .. .. . . . From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12W, then 8 miles W. to Cty.Rd.7, then7 miles N . to property. 565 water acres, 282 ·land acres. , HUNTING: rabbit, waterfowl, sage grouse. FISHING: coldwater lake. , . . . RECREATION: cai1ij>ing,_wildlife viewing. -. . . ·.· . _ FACILITIES: private campground and electrical hook-ups, trailer dump station,.rest room, boat ·ramp, shade shelters, picnic tables: . RESTRICTIONS: ,a Bag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish. b. Camping prohibited except in established areas. C. Waterskilng prohibited; . . . •d. Sailboards proln"bited. Laramie River• Larimer.County Within the Hohnholz SWA- WILD TROUT WATER: •a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for ~ut is 2 fish. 46 �.LAS ANIMAS SFU - Bent County From Las Animas Won.Hwy.194 for 4 miles, Non Cty.Rd.5.5 to wiit. 69 acres. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. . . • •LEAPS GULCH SWA- Gunnison County . .. From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 toCty. Rd.10. Go Eon paved road to where USFS. 743 begins. Travel 8.2 miles to where USFS 743 turns left from main road. Follow trail 3.5 miles to property. • HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. :. • • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife yiewing. LENNARTZ SWA- Logan County a. Camping prohibited. , . .· ,· Uttle Green Creek -.Grand County · a. Artificial flies and lures only.· . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Ll'ITLE SNAKE SWA* - Moffat County . . From Maybell. go 17 miles Non Cty.Rd.19. Cty.Rdl9 runs through property. 4,860 acres. HUNTING: antelope, deer, rabbit, sage grouse. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. RF.sTRICTIONS: a. ~ g prohibited except in self-contained units and by all methods for 3 days before the • beginmng of regular big game seasons through 3 .days after the end of regular big game seasons.· b. Disclwging firearms or _bows prohibited pec.1 -June 30. • Little Vasqu~ Creek • Grand County . From Denver Water Board (ijversion upstream to headwaters: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately-upon catch. WMABOAT LAUNCH SWA-Mesa County From Fruita. take 1-70 to Loma exit (#15), then go· 1.2 mile S on frontage rd, tum SE-112 mile-to Colorado River. • • RECREATION: boating, wildlife viewing. FACillTIES: boat :ramp, rest room. RF.s'IRICTIONS: ·a. Camping proln'bited. b. Discharging firearms prohibi,ted. - WN HAGLER SWA* - Larimer County . From Campion, go 3 1/4 miles Won Cty.Rdl4W to Cty.Rd21S, then 1112 miles N to property. 181 land acres. , • • FISHING: warm.water, coldwater. . RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing, archeiy range, natµre trail. FACil.ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RF.s'IRICTIONS: a. Annual or daily use·permit required. See "Use Fees Required'' section. b. Fishing prohibited in inlet structure and annex pond. c. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches lon,g. d Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. . e. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. Camping prohibited Nov. 1 - March 31. f. FlieS prohibited. • • g. Horseback riding on the dam prohibited. h. Target practice must be authorized by area wildlife mgr. i. Sailboards.and sail~ prohibited. • . • . · . WNE CONE SWA- Dolores County : · · • • From Norw<><X( go 1112 miles Eon Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.610, then 24 miles S to property. 5,030 • acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, black bear, blue grouse. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing. . FACil.ITIES!. two-horse cmrals, domestic well water, campsites. . RESTRICTIONS: Snowmobiles prohibited. WNE DOME SWA- Dolores & Montezuma counties · From Cortez, go 21 miles.N_on Hwy.666. to Cty.Rd.PD, then l mile E to Cty.Rd.16, then ·3 ·miles N to access road. then 1 112 miles E to Bmdfield Bridge. 1,724 acres. • • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, turlcey, dove. • 47 ,; �FISIDNG: cold~ stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES:. USFS campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: . . • a. Parking overnight prolu"bited except in designated areas. b. Fires prohibited. . • . . WNETREE RESERVOIRSWA.; Larimer County . . . · · · - -From Campion, go 3 1/2 miles Won Cty.Rd14Wto·Lonetree Dr., then I mile Son access road~ reservoir. 502 water acres. • HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. FISIDNG: wannwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . FACILIT.IES: rest rooms, boat ramps, shade shelters. RESTRICTIONS: a. FI.Sbing prohibited from boats Nov.1 througlrthe last day ofwaterfowlseason; b. FJ.Sbing prohibited in outlet canal as posted. . . _ · • c, Minimum size for smallmouth 'and largemouth bass .is IS .inches long. d Minimum size .limit for wipers is 15 4tches long. c. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is lS·inches long. f. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake~- • g. Camping prohibited. • h. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. i. FU'CS prohibited. j. Horseback riding on the dam prohibited. -~ Public access prohibited in heron nesting closure area-as posted. I. Sailboards •mid sailboa~ prohibited. . . • • • . m. Public· access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise-daily except for fis}.ling or when authorized by night hunting permit . · ·• • • • • Long Draw Creek (La Poudre Pam Creek) and Reservoir.: Larimer County _ a. Artificial files and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit .for trout is 2 fish. Long Lake - Boulder County . a. Artificial files and lures only. . b. Bag and possession liniit for trout is 2 fish. • -.. • . .. • · . • • c.-Fishing prohibited in outlet' stream of Long Lake ·to the bridge at inlet of Brainard bke to Long • Lake~ May 1.- July 15. . . . Longmont Fairgrounds Lake - Boulder CoUllty) • a. Artificial flies and lures only. · -•· b. Wamiwater fish m~t be returned to the 'W&terimmediately upon catch: Los Piilos Creek - Saguache,Q)unty . :·, . • . On Coleman Ranches - Wil.D TROUT WATER: • a. Artificial flies and Iures·only. •• b. All fish must be xetumed-to the water immediately upon catch. Los Pinos River - Hinsdale County ·From headwaters to Weminuche Wtldemess boundary a. ~cial flies and hires o,ny. • . ··-" ,. b. Bag and possession limit ~r trout is 2 fish. , ••. Lost Trail Creek - Ounrilson County •• • • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . • •· b. All cutthroat trout must be returne4 to the water iroro~Uately upon catch. - LOWELL PONDS SWA -Adams County • • - • In Denver at 56th Way and Lowell Blvd FISHING: warmwater: •- • RECREATION: picnicking, hiking; wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RF.STRICTIONS: • : . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and Imgemouth bass is 15 inches long. b~ Boating prohibitecl' except for belly boats for fishing. • . c. Boating prohibited on Sheets Lake. -• • d Camping prolu"bited. . · e. Dischmging firearms or bows is prohibited. . f. Dog training proln"bited. g. Fires prohibited. •. · h. ~unting prohibited. 48 �i. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hom before sunrise except for fishing. j. Trapping allowed by permit only. · •. • McCall's Lake - Boulder County . • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Minimum for crappie is 10 inches long. ·• · • me MCCLUSKEY SWA- Delta County - . . . From Paonia 's Onarga Ave., go S on 4100 Rd It becomes 4050 Rd. At end it forlcs; tum left on L30 Rd. to property. . . ,· " . • •. . HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse, rabbit • RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fll'CS prohibited. d Public access prohibited except to hunt, fish or trap. . . • e. Public· access prohibited from the day after the regular big game seaso~ to April 30. McMurry·Ponds - Larimer County . .• • • a. Minimum si7.e for smallmoudf~ ~emouth bass is 15 inch~ long. McPhee Reservoir- Montezuma County ·• _ a. Minimum size for smallmouth and lmgemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Snagging kokanee ~ n permitted SepLl - Dec.31. • c. No daily bag and possession limit on yellow perch. • - Mack Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County · . • . a. Bag ·and_possession ~ for Iargemouth bass is 2 fish. MANVILLE SWA- Jackson County • . From Walden.. go 1/2 mile Won Hwyl4 to Cty.Rd.12W, taJafRd.12W.5 miles, W to Cty.RdJ8, take .·Rd.IS 4 112 miles SW to Cty.Rd.5, take Rd.5 1/8 mile S to property. Approx. 4.4 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICI1ONS:. a.. Hunting prohibited. •• b. Roaring Forlc Creek on Irvine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is i fish. Martin.Lake - Huerfano County • . a.· Minimum me· for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. • .May Creek - Larimer Counti)' a. FlShing prohibited from the headwaters 'to the Poudre River. Meadow Creek - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures.only. . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrntdiateJy upon catch. Meadow Creek, Eut.- Eagle County . . : a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be·retumed to .the water irnrnediateJy upon catch. Meclano Creek -Alam~ County • a. Artificial flies and lures o~y. . . . b. All cutthroat trout must be retumed to the. water immediately upon catch. • MEEKER PASTURE SWA- Rio Blanco County . . From Meeker, go 1 1/2 miles Non Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd8, then 2 miles E to property. 48 ~ HUNTING:· waterfowl. FISIDNG: coldwater stream.. RECREATION: 'picnicking; wildlife viewing. . MEREDITH RESERVOIR SWA- Crowley County • • . From Ordway, go foliles Eon Cty.Rd.G to Cty;Rd21, tum right into property. HUNTING: squinel. pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, ·waterfowl . FISHING: warm.water.. RECREATION: powerboating, sailboating, sailsurfiilg, waterskiing, camping, :wildlife ~wing~ • FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramps. _ RES1RICTIONS: • . . . . , . . a. Public access prohibited _except to. retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.1 through lastday 0£ waterfowl season as posted. b. Trotlines and-jugs-permitted. . . . . .. . . . .:~swA-Logan&_WuhingtoncounUes _ . From 1-76.at the Merino exit, go 2 miles N to' Hwy.6, then 1.3/4 'miles NE to Cty~.R, then 1 112 miles N, then 111.· mile W to property. 680 acres. 49 �HUNTING: deer (landowner permission required on Skaggs easement), pheasant, tmkey; quail, . waterfowl. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Cam.ping prohibited. · b. Dischmging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Fires prohil>ited. . . . ' ' d Talget practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area-wildlife mgr. e. Landowner permission required for deer hunting on Skaggs portion as posted . ·• . f. Small game hunting prohibited the opening weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season. g; Public access prolu.mted 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. except when authorized by peanit Midilgan River - Jackson County (See Diamond J SWA) . . Middle Creek, East• Saguache County . From headwaters downstream to the waterfall2.5 miles upstream from Middle Ck: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrnooiately upon catch. MIDDLE TAYI,OR CREEK SWA. Custer County From Westcliffe, go 8 miles W on Hermit Lakes Rd to property. 486 acres; HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. •FISHING: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILlTIES: rest rooins, picnic tables. MIKE mGBEE SWA. Prowers County . • From Lamar, go 4 miles Bon H'1'}'.50 to property. 876 acres. . , . · HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quaa dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: camping, hiking, archery/rifle range. Miners Creek· Saguache Creek a.· Artificial flies and lures only. • b/All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. MIRAMONTE RESERVOIR. SWA• • San Miguel County From Norwood, go 11/2 miles Bon Hwy.145 to USPS Rd.610 (Dolores-Norwood Rd.), then 17 . • miles S to reservoir. 831 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: power boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. . FAClLITIES: _trailer~ station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat~ sheltezs, well with· potable water.. • • •• RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited except in designated areas. . . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when bunting waterfowl . c. Waterskiing 'prohibited 6 p.m. - 10 a.m. • d Waterskiing and jetskiing prolu.mted except in designated areas. MITANI-TOKUYASU SWA • Weld County From Greeley, go 5 miles E on Hwy.263 to property. 13. acres. HUNTING: squirrel, dove, waterfowl. • .. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting: c. ~ prohibited. Mitchell Creek • Garlleld County . .· . From h ~ to upper boundary of Glenwood'Springs SFlJ: • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . , . . b. All cutthroat trout must be retumed to the water irnmooiately upon catch. MOGENSEN PONDS SWA • Mesa-CoUJ1ty . a. Hunting prohibited ex~ for waterfowl from designated blinds. b. Camping prohibited. c~ Fires prohibited. . •d Fuearms prolumted except for (a) ·above. e. Pets or domestic animals prohibited. f._ Motorized, or-non-motorized vehicles prolu.mted. Montgomery Reservoir - Park County •. . a. Ice fishing prohibited. , 50 �b, Fl.Sbing.probibited on south side of reservoir and from westface of dam as posted. c. Fishing prohibited Dec.1 -May 31. ·MONUMENT LAKE SWA • El Paso County In town of Monument, W of I-25 on Cty.Rd.105, Won 3rd St, Won 2nd St at Post Office, cross '• railroad trac~ to Mitchell to entrance. F.ISbirig access only. , • . . FISHING: coldwater lake. • FACILITIES: rest rooms. RFSI'RICTIONS. . · a. Discharging firearms prohibited. b. Camping~hibit.ed. FJreS prohibited. . . d Boating prohibited except band-propelled craft. Monument Reserv~ • Las Animas County a. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Oct.1 - -Dec.31. Morrow Point Reservoir - Gunnison & Montrose counties a. Snagging.kokanee salmon permitted Sept 1 .;_ Dec. 31. , Mount Eiben Forebay·Reservolr • Lake County • a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 1 fish. Lake trout 22-34 inches must be returned- to the water immediately upon catch. c. MOUNT EVANS SWA* • Clear Creek County From Denver, take I-70 W to the Evergreen Parkway exit, go 6 miles S on Hwy.74 .to B v ~ Lake, take a right tum on Upper Bear Creek Rd, 6.5 miles to Cty.Rd.480, go right on Cty.Rd.480, 3 . ' miles to property. 3,438 acres.. _ • HUNrlNG: deer, elk, bighorn, mountain goat, blue grouse, rabbit. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RFSTRICTIONS: . a. Camping limited to S days in any 45-day period except during big game seasons in designated campgrounds. • . • b. Dogs prohibited except for hunting or when on a leash. ~ c. Public prolu.'bited Jan.I - June 14. . d Groups of 2S more must obtain a permit. J:»ermits limit public access to only 1 group ata time. . . . • e. Vehicles prohibited from the day after Labor Day through June 14 except during regular rifle deer and elk seasons. MOUNr PLEASANT SWA-Alam.osa County (See Blgel SWA) MOUNT SBA~ANO SFU • amft'ee County . From Salida, go 112 mµe NW on l:lwy.291 to Cty.Rd.154, then 112 mile W to unit 186 acres.. FISHING: coldwater st:ream, coldwater lake. · · RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. • FACILITIBS: rest room, drinking water. RFSTRICTIONS: a. ·FJ.Sbing prohibited except in Sands Lake, Frantz Lake and Arkansas River.b. Dogs prohibited. , •, • MOUNTAIN HOME RESERVOIR SWA* • CmtD1a County . . From·Ft. Garland, go 2 112 miles B on_Hwy.160 to 1iinchera-Iunch Rd, then 2 miles S to Icehouse Rd, then 1 mile W to N entrance, or continue 1 mile S to S entrance. ·• • FIS8ING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: ~dlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest~ boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: waterskjjng prohibited. _ . MUELLER STATE PARK'· (See Dome Rock SWA) -Teller County MURPHY SWA- Jackson County . • From Walden, go 1 mile E on Cty.Rd12 to property. 6 miles of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. •• RESTRICTIONS: Hunting prohibited. or NAKAGAWASWA- Weld County • . From Kersey, go Smiles Eon Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.61, then 2·miles N to property. HUNrlNG: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant; dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when·bunting. c. F'JreS prohibited.' _ 51 �NARRAGUINNEP~ERVOIR SWA- Montezuma County From Cottez, go 11 iniles NW on Hwy.666 to Hwy.184, then 2 miles E to reservoir. HUNTING: waterfowl ·• • • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: poweiboating, sailboating, sailsurfing, waterskiing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. ' FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. •• • • •• RESTRICTIONS: a. Cam.ping prohibited. ' . ~ b. Fires prohibited. . • • . • . c; Public access prohibited one hour after sunset to one hour before· sunrise except for fishing. Native Lake - Lake County • • • • a. Artificial flies and lures only. •b. All t19ut must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Navajo Lake - Dolores County a. Artificial flies and lµres only. Navajo Reservoir-Archuleta County a. Trotlines pennitted. .· ., •. b. Snagging kokanee salmon permitted Sept 1 - Jan. 31 at Navajo State Park boat ramp and mooting .cove only. Navajo River-Archuleta and Conejos Counties . From headwaters downstream to Bridal Veil Falls: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . • . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned-to the water immediately upon catch. Nee Noshe, Nee Gronda & Nee So Pah ( Sweetwater mid Jet)-Jteservoln - Kiowa County a. Trotlines and jugs permitted • Nickelson Creek - Pitkin County a. Artificial flies ·and lures only. . . b. All cutthroat troutmust be returned to the water immediately upon catch. No Name Creek - Gdeld County From Colorado River upstream 112 mile: FIS]µng prohibited March 15 - May 15. Nolan Creek - Eagle County .. a. ~cial flies and lures only. . · . .:· • . ~ . • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water irnrne.diately upon catch. • NORTH FORK SWA-1-bner Cc,unty .- .. • From Dmke, go 1/4 mile Won Devil's Gulch Rd. to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. , RESTRICTIONS: Public _access prohibited except for ~ g . ·NORTHLAKE SWA;. Las Animas County· . • From.'Iiinidad, go 35 miles NE on Hwy.12 to property. 840 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. -. . _ _ RECREATION: picnicking; hlking, wildlife viewing. ' FACILITIES: rest rooms, boat ramp with parking area. RESTRICTIONS: . •' • a. Artificial flies and lures only~ b. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric motor. c. Camping prohibited. • •' · • d. Fires prohibited. ' North Platte River - Jackson Comity a. On Brownlee, Manville and Verner SWAB: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . . b. From southern boundary of Routt National.Po~ to Wyoming (Northgate Canyon) - GOLD MEDALWATER & Wil.D TROUT WATER: • 1. Artificial flies and lures orily. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. North Platte River, North Fork - Jackson County • a. Artificial flies ·and lures only. b. Bag and possession _limit for trout is 2 fish. • North Shields Ponds - Lmimer County a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth-bass is IS-inches long. NORTH STERLING RF.SERVOIR SWA- Logan County . From Sterling at Hwy.14, go 8 miles Non 7th Ave. to Cty.Rd.46, then 2 miles W to Cty.Rd.33, then, 1 mile N to property. 264 acres. • HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. 52 �FISHING: warmwater. . . . . .. . _ _ _ •. - RECREATION: eow~~ sailboating, w ~ . camping; wil~e viewing, photography. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, drinking water, boat ramps. RESTRICITONS: . . • • . a: Minim.um size for walley~ and saugeye is 5 fish, 15:inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. c. Minimum· size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long. d Boating prolu"bited Nov.I through the last day of the regular goose season. Craft propelled by hand allowed to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed.waterfowl • e.. Hunting from dam proln"bited. • • f. Thrgetpractice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authori?,ed by area wildlife·mgr. • OAK RIDGE SWA• • Rio Blanco &unty . BEL AIRE UNIT: From Mee~ go 21 miles Eon Cty.Rd8 to Cty.Rd.17 (Buford/Newcastle·Rd.), .then 1112 miles S· to uniL • • LAKE AVERY UNIT: From Meeker, go 1112 miles Non Hwy.13 to Cty.Rd.8, ~en 19 miles E to uniL · • . • ..• SLEEPY CAT PONDS UNIT: From Meeker, go 16 miles Eon Cty.Rd;S to unit.. • SLEEPY CAT FISHING BASEME.N't'(see WhiteRiveiO: From Meeker, go 17.miles Eon Cty.Rd.8 to Sleepy Cat Guest Ranch. 9,325 total acres, all units. HUNI'ING: deer, elk. rabbit, blue grouse, dove,. waterfowl • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: campsites, rest room, drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICITONS: • a. Public access prohibited on Sleepy Cat Ponds Unit and Sleepy Cat fishing easement· except for fishing. • ~ . b. Public access prohibited Dec.l - July 15 OD Oak Ridge UniL . c. Hunting prohibited except by archery south of Cty.Rd:.8, -west of, Cly.Rd. 17, and north and east of Cty.Rdl0. ., d Camping-prohibited except in designated areas. ·, •· . • .. ·• e. On Lake Avery, waterskiing and jetskis proln"bited. Boating permitted only if it does not create white-water wake. • • 'ODD FELLOWS SWA • Jackson County: , From Walden,_go 112 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rdl2, then 5.1 miles Won Cty.Rdl2 to Cty.Rd.18, then 4.5 miles Won Cty.Rd.18 to Cty.Rd.5, then.1.5 miles SW on Cty.Rd.5 to Cty.Rd22, then 2.5 miles on Cty.Rd.22 to property. Access also at Irvine SWA .7 mile of river. FISHING: coldwater stream. • _RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICITONS: a Camping prohibited. . . . b. Hunting prohibited. . -_ • c. Roaring Folk Creek on IrvJne, Manville and. Odd Fellows SWAs: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. - 2. Bag·and possession limit fm: trout is 2 fish. OLNEY SPRINGS RESERVOIR SWA • Crowley County From Olney Springs, go 1 mile NW on Cly.Rd.7 to reservoir. 8 acres. FISHING: warmwater. . . RECREATION: .~ing, hiking. . .. RESTRICITONS: DlSCbarge of firearms prohibited. ORDWAY RF.sERVOIR SWA • Crowley County _ •. From Ordway, go 2 miles Non Hwy.71 to reservoir (W side of Hwy.). 12 acres. FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION:-camping. FACILITIES: rest rooms. . . RFSTRICITONS: Dischmging firearms prohibited. • • -. • . Osler Creek - Conejos County _ · . • . . ·• . .. • Seven miles east of Cumbres Pass from headwaters to Rio De Los Pinos - WILD TROUT WATER: a. Artificial flies and_ lures only. ._ b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to die water immediately upon catch. Overland Trail Pond • Logan County a. Minimum size for ~U1h bass is 12 inches long. b. Minimum~ for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. 53 • �OVERLAND TRAIL SWA- Logan County . . . . From Atwood go 1/2 mile Son hwy. 63 to CR 16, then e 1/2 mile·to property entrance. 192 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit. sqll:irrel. pheasant. bobwhite quail, turkey, dove, waterfowl. . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. • . RESTRICTIONS: ._ _ . . a. No one can enter property without valid reservation. Call 1-800-~WllD. b. Property li,mited to 4 groups or vehicles with maximum number of 4 people per group. c. Wtldlife viewing permitted JUJ1.e 1 - Aug. 31 only on Sat., Sun. Wed., and legal holidays. d· During rifle deer season, property open only to deer hunting on opening day or first Sat., first • Sun., and fiIJt Wed. . _ • • · • · •e. During spring turkey season, property open to hunting on ooenmg day, Sat., Sun., and Wed. Reservations made. at DOW office in Brush, (970) 842-6300 for tUJ:key hunting only. f. Camping prohibited. • g. Fires prohibited. . . . ._ - h. Disclwging bows, fireaDns P.IOhib~ except w~ hunting. . _ . i. Target practice, including paintballs, prolubited except when authorized by area wildlife_mgr. j. Public access by foot only.. k. Field trials and dog training prohibited. OWL MOUNTAIN SWA ~ Jackson County From Walden, go 13 miles SE on Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.25, then 6 miles SW to property. 920 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. • . • RECREATION: camping,·wildlife viewing. Paonia Reservoir ~uddy Creek)-- Gunnison County • _• ~ From top of Paonia Dam downstream to fence below stilliilg basin: a. Fuming prohibited as posted. PARACHUTE PONDS SWA- Garfteld County a. Camping prohibited. .. .• b. Fues prohibited. c. Swimming- prolubited. .. d Float tubes permitted. only for fishing. PARVINLAKESWA-LarimerColµlty ·:·. _ From town of Red Feather Lakes, go 2 miles Eon Red ~er Lakes Rd. to property. 62 water acres, 180 land acres. . • ,, • HUNTING: waterfowl • • • ~HING: coldwater 1$,. .. . - : RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing.FACll.ITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS:- . a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . . . c. F!Shing in the inlet (Lone Pine Creek) prolnbited from lake upstream to Larimer CR.'. 74~. (Red Feather Lakes Rd.) as posted · . . . . . d Boating prohibited except for belly boats for fishing. . ._ • __ • . e. Fishermen ~ust en~ on foot through gate at check station and JIW5bcheck in and ()Ut at the check station when open. . : . · • . ., . • Paa Ci1!ek -Mineral County . • · . • · a. Artificial flies and lures only. _ . _ . . b. All cutthroat trout must be renuned to thewater jrnrnooiately upon catch. PASTORIUS ~ERVOIR SWA- La Plata·Cotiilty • • . _ . • ·prom Durango, go 8 miles Eon Hwy.160 to Hwy.172, then.2 miles S to Cty.Rd.302, then· 1 mile S to Cty.Rd.304, then 1/2 mile W to" reservoir. 85 acres. . . • . HUNTING: waterfowl • • • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. FACIUTIES: rest room. boat ramp. • RESTRICTIONS: • , a. Minimum.me.for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15. inches long. ~ b. Boating prolu"bited except craft propelled by hand or electri,c motor. . C. Camping prolu'bited. . . d. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited e~cept- when huntingi e. Fires prohibited.. •• . Pasture Creek - LaPJata County • •a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All,trout must be returned to the water irnrnooiately upon catch. ,54 �Pearl Lake - Routt County . . . . Including inlet stream for 1/4 mile above inlet, and outlet.s~•for 1/4 mile below·outlet: a. Artificial flies and lures only.. • . . . . b. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for is 2 fish 18 inches long. . . • P e l l a ~ _Rec. Area ponds (Sumet, Heron, Webster Ponds) - Boulder County •. · . a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . • . b. All smallmoutli and latgemouth bass must be retunied ·to the water immediately upon catch. . Pennock Creek• Larliner-County . • • • . From headwaters to Signal Mtn. Thill (USFS 928): Fishing prohibited. PERINS PEAK SWA* ~ La Plata County . 'J1lACT A: From Durango, go 4 miles Won Hwy.160 to Cty.Rd.207' (Lightner Creek Rd.), then 2 miles N to Cty.Rd208. • • · • • •• . • . ••· TRACT B: From Durango; go 5 miles Won Hwy.160 to Victory Coal Mine, then lfl mile Non access trail (through private.property). 13,442 total both tracts. _ • •• • · lflJNf,IliG: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, blue grouse, band-tailed pigeon, turkey, blaclc bear. RESTRICTIONS:. • • • • :· a. Camping prohibited except during deer and elk seasons.. b. Discharging fireanns prohibited except when hunting. • . . c.' Public access prohibited.E of ciy.Rd. 208 and N of Hwy. ·160, April 1 -July 15. d Public access prohibited from the last day of the deer and elk seasons to March 31. ~- Snowmobiles prolu'bited. • f. Fires prohibited. PICEANCE SWA* - Garfield & Rio Blanco counties · ·· .- • SQUARE S RANCH: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 9 miles S to N edge of boundary. • . . SQUARE_S SUMMER RANGE: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to·ety.Rd.5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 17·miles S to Cty.Rd26 (Black Sulphur Creek Rd.), then 20 miles w·tO'E entrance boundary. _ . . YELLOW CREEK UNrf: From Meeker; go 20-miles Wop Hwy.64 to Cty.Rd.5· (Pi~ce Creek Rd.), ·then 6 miles S to Cty.Rd.20 (dirt road), then 5 miles W to Yellow. Creek Rd. UTILE lllLLS EXPERIMENT STATION: From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64:.to Cty.Rd5 (Piceance Creek Rd), then 7 miles S to Dry Fork tum-off; follow signs to station (3 miles). HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit. blue and sage grouse, dove, waterfowl • . FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping in designated areas, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest room,. drinking water. • • .• Piedra River -Archuleta County . . From Piedra River bridge on USFS Rd.631 (Piedra Rd.) to lower boundary of Tres Piedra Ranch (1.5 miles above US Hwy.160):: •a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Piedra River,East Fork - Mineral-County a. Artificial· flies and lures only. . . . . • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Pikes Peak North Slope Reseffoirs (Crystal, N Catamount & S Catainoun~)- El Paso & Tuller counties . • . a. Bag and possession _limit for trout is 4 fish, no more than 2 of which can be lake trouL b. North Catamount Reservoir only, artifi~ flies and lures only... , • , . PIKES PEAK SWA* - Tuller County ••-~ • •..~ . • -. .. ' From Gillette, go 2 miles S on dirt road; then 1 lfl miles E to Bison Res. (NE of~.). 635 acres. HUN'ONG: bighorn sheep. •• • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . _ RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited April 1 - July 15. acres, Pit D Pond - Boulder County a. Minimum size for sinallmouth and largemouth bass is JS inches long. PITKIN SFU - Gunnison County . • .. . . . •. .• . • From Gunnison, go 14 miles E OQ Hwy.SO to Quartz Creek Rd, go 14 miles_ E to Parlin ~d tum N • to Pitkin. Unit is in Pitkin. 48 acres. • FISHING: coldwater stream. REcREATION: wildlife viewing, wnited tours. RESTRICTIONS: • •• a. FISbing prohibite4 except in Quartz Creek.· b. Dogs proln'bited. • •• �PLATEAU~SWA-MesaCounty • - From Grand Junction, go Eon 1-70 to exit IM9, then 8-miles Eon llwy.65 to Hwy.330, then tum left to Sunnyside Rd., 1/8 mile N to property. 1,346 ~ ; • HUNTING: deer, elk, dove. RECREATION:·wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rifle range. . RESTRICTIONS: Vehicles prohibited Dec.1 - May 31. PLAYA BLANCA SWA-Alamosa County . a. Public prohibited. . access PONY EXPRF.SS SWA- Sedgwick County . From 1-76 at Julesburg exit.(#180), go .1 mile Non Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.28; then go 1.5 miles Won Cty.Rd28 to service road, then go .1 mile N to parldng lot Or, from Julesburg go .7 mile W on Hwy.138 to Cty.Rd39, then go .9 mile Son Cty.Rd.39 to property.1,854 acres. .. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, ph~t, bobwhite quail, ~y, ducks: RECREATION: hiking, wildlife vie~g. • • RESTRICTIONS: a; Camping .prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. ., _ . _. . . c. Torget practice, including paintballs, prohibited except.when ~uthorized by area wildlife mgr. d Discharging fireanns or bows· prohibited except 'wheil hunting: · • • e. Field trials prohibited exce_{)t Feb.-1-March 31 &Aug 1-Sept 3P. . f. Small game hunting prohibited the opening weekeiµi of the regular plains rifle deer season. • Poose Creek - Rio Blanco County • .• • a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . . b; All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water jmmooiately upon catch. • • Poudre River - _Larimer County • a. From Rocky Mountain National Pai:k to Joe Wright Ck: 1. Artificial flies an(il lures only. • •. 2. Bag and possession limit for troutis 2 fish. . b. Section I - from upper boundary of Big Bend CG downstream to B~ Hollow Creek and Section Il- from west boundary of Hombre Ranch (below Rustic) downstream to Pingree Parle Road/bridge - WILD TROlITWATER: • • i. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All troutrnust be returned to.the water irornoo.iately upon-catch. Poudre River, North Fork - Larimer County . .• . , __ • Fron,i Bull Creek (above Halligan Res.) upstream to Divide Creek: a. Artificial flies and lures only: .. ~ b. All trout must be retumed to the water immediately upon catch. Poudre River, South Fork - Larimer County . From Rocky Mountain National Park downs~ 1 mile:. Fishing prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SFU -Larimer County • . • • From Laporte, go 5 miles N on Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then· 38 miles W to property. 460 acres,· FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACILITIES: rest room. • -RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. • b. Dogs prohibited. _ C;_Hunting proln'bited as posted d Boat launching and takeouts prohibited. POUDRE RIVER SWA- Larimer County . From Laporte, go 5 miles N_on Hwy.287 to Hwy.14, then 1.5 miles W to ·property. 395 ~ HUNTING: deer, rabbit . _ • FISHING: coldwater·stream. RECREATION: rafting, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. F,ACll.ITIES: rest room, raft take-out RF.sTRICTIONS: a. Camping proht'bited. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. PREWI1T RESERVOIR SWA- Logan & Washington counties From•l-76. and Merino exit, go 1 mile N to Hwy.6, then 3.3 miles NE to reservoir. 2,924 acres~ HUNTING: wated'Qwl pheasant, bobwhite quail, deer. • FISlDNG: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. 56 �FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. b. Minimum size for walleye and saugeye is 1S inches long. .. . c. F'ISbing restricted to dam Oct 1 through the.last day of waterfowl season.-Durlng this time, ice fishing restricted to within 50 yards of dam. : d. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. e. Fires prohibited as posted. f. Number of vehicles limited to 250. . g. W ~ prohjbited. h. Sailing and windsurfing prohibited except during July and August L Glass beverage containers proln'bit.ed. j. Hunting prohibited from floating devices. k. Camping permitted as posted. L Hunting prohibited as posted. . m. Target practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area-wildlife mgr. n. Boating prohibiteq Oct· 1 through last day of regular goose season except hand-propelled craft may be used to set and pick up decoys and to retrieve downed waterfowl.· o. A valid annµal or daily use fee permit_is required. • PRONGER POND -·see Tu:marack Ranch SWA Prospect Parlt Lakes - Jefferson County a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. • b. Bass and West Prospect lakes only:. 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . Prospect Ponm #1. and 113 - Larimer County · a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long Pueblo Rese"olr • Pueblo County . a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemQuth and spotted bass is 1S inches long. b. Bag and possession limit and minimum siu limit for walleye is 4 fish, 18 inches long.. c. Underwater spearfishing permitted July 16 - March 14 only. d. Fishing prohibited from dam and within 100 feet of dam, ~ h 15 - April 15, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. e. Possessing filleted or cleaned fish in a boat on lake is prohibited. · · PUEBLO SFU • Pueblo County •· From Pueblo, go 6 miles W of Pueblo Blv4 on Hwy.96 to property. RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. • FACILITIES: .rest room, aquarium. RESTRICTIONS: . a. F'lSbing prohibited. b. Dogs prohibited. ' c.. Hunting prohibited. PUEBLO RF$ERVOIR. SWA- Pueblo County From Pueblo, go 7 miles W onHwy.96 tQ.reservoir. 4,100 acres. .. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, turkey, dove.waterfowl, scaled quail FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. . . • RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. • FACILITIES: rest room, nature trail. RESTRICTIONS: • • .. a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging fireaIJns or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. c. fires prohibited. . • d. Field trials prohibited except Feb.1-Man::h 31 & Aug.1-Sept.3Q. e. Thrget practicing prohibited. . . . . f. 'frapping allowed only by permit. PUETT RF$ERVOIR. SWA-Montezuma County . From Mancos, go 10 miles NW on Hwy.184 to Cty'.Rd.33, th~ 1 mile S to access trail, then 1 112 miles E to res. • • lillNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. • b. B-.g prohibited if it creates a white-water wake. c. F°JI'eS prohibited. • • . 57 ~ �Purdy Mesa Reservoir - Mesa County a.All laJgemouth bass U-15 incles long.must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. b. No more than 2 largemouth bass can be more than 15 inches long. Purgatolre River, Middle and South Fork- Las Animas County Within Bosque del Oso SWA: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All fish must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. • PURGATOIRE RIVER SWA- Bent County , From Hwy.SO and Hwy.IOI in Las Animas, go S on Hwy.IOI approx. 1 mile to Cty.Rd.1-0.75, then S on Rd.10.75 to Rd.EE, then W to Rd.9.5, then S 1 mile to property at RdsDD & 9.5. 960 ~ ; HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, scaled quail, turkey, dove, waterfowL RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. QUEENS SWA* - Kiowa County . . . .. LOWER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S on Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then 3 112 miles E.to Upper Queens, follow access road S 2 miles to property. NOTE: Due to drought, reservoir may be low or dry. Check locally for status., • • . • . UPPER QUEENS: From Eads, go 15 miles S Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then -:3· 112 miles E to property. NOTE: Due to drought, reservoir may be low or dry; Check locally for status. NEE GRONDA: From Eads, go 15 miles Son Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.C, then 1 mile W to property. NEE SO PAH: No public access. · • • , NEE NOSHE: From Eads, go 11 miles Son Hwy.287 to Kiowa•County Boat Ramp~ Rd., ,then 1/4 mile E to public boat ramp. 4,426 total acres, all properti~. · . HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, ~ed quail, dove, waterfowl. • • FISHING: wannwater. . • • RECREATION: powerboating~ sai boating, sailsurling, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FACil.lTIES: rest rooins, boat"ramps. RESTRICI1ONS: . a. Trotlines and_jugs permitted on Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, Nee So i:»ah and Upper and Lower . Queens reservom. • . . : • b. Boating prohibited in Lower Queens if it creates a whitewater wake from the-opening day of waterfowl season through Dec.I. . c. Boating prohibited if it creates·a whitewater wake in channel between Upper.Queens and Lower Queens. . .. • , d. Hunters in Lower Queens,' Upper_ Queens. (including channel), Nee Gronda and;Nee:Noshe . must ·check in and out at station wlien open. • .• • • e. Public access prohibited as posted in Lower Queens except to retrieve downed waterfowl • Dec.l through the last day of waterfowl season.as posted. .. f. Public ·access prohibited ~ posted in Upper Queens{mcluding the channel), Nee Gronda, Nee Noshe, and Nee So Pah except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov.1 •through the last-day of waterfowl season·as posted. • Quincy Reservoir.- ~pahoe County , . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. c. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 18 inches.long.._· d. Fishing access controlled by Aurora Parlcs and Recreation as posted. e. Minimum size for tiger muskies is 40 inches long. f. Boating prohibited, if except non-motorized or electrio powered. Boats must be hand canied to launch point. • . RADIUM SWA* - Eagl~ Grand & Routt counties · · • ~ • From Kremmling, go 2 112 miles S ~nHwy.9 to Cty.Rd.l (also known as 'Irough Rd. to State • Bridge), then 12 miles SW.to property. 12,188 4,426 acres. .. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, dove, waterfowl, black bear, mountain lion. : FISHING: coldwater stremIL RECREATION: camping, rock climbing,. snowmobiling,·wildlife viewing. FACILITIBS: rest room:. .= • • • • " ·• RESTRICI1ONS: Hunting prohibited in designated safety zone as posted. on Ralph Price Reservoir - see Buttonrock Reservoir RAMAH RESERVOIR SWA- El Paso County - • From Ramah, go 4 miles Won Hwy.24 to reservoir. 4,426 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove; waterfowl. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: sail boating, wil~ viewing. FACILITIBS: boat ramp. 58 �RESTRICTIONS: · -a Boating prohibited· Nov. I through the last day of waterfowl except for- craft" propelled by hand, wmd or electric motor. · .. · • •. b. Camping prohibited. • c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except shotguns or bows while hunting. d Fires prohibited. • • e. Water contact activities.PI9hibited. season Rampart Reservoir• El Paso County a Ice fisltlng prohibited. b. Bag and possession limit for lake tn)ut is 2 fish. Ranch Creek, North Fork· Grand County • a Artificial flies and lures only. .. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Raspberry Creek and Norris Creek• Jackson County (See Irvine SWA) RED DOG SWA- Prowers County . .. Froin Holly go· N on Cty.Rd.35 to RdJJ, the~ E on Rd.JJ 2 miles to property. 570 acres. ' HUNTING: small game._ . · . . .• . •RED LION SWA* • Logan County From 1-76 at the Red Lion exit (#155), go 3 miles N to Hwy.138, then 1 mile NE to Cty.Rd.95; then 114·~e N to property. 1,297 acres. . . . • • HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl (as posted), bobwhite quail. FISIDNG: warmwater. • • RECREATION: wildlife viewing.. RESTRICTIONS: _a. Minimum size for smallmouth bass is 12 inches long.· .b. Minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches long. c. Fishing prolnl>ited o~ Jumbo Annex Reservoir except Jan.1 - SepL30 when bank and ice fishing are permitted in designated areas. ; d, Boating prohibited. Craft propelled by hand may be used to set and pick up decoys and retrieve downed waterfowl. • · . . ·e. Camping prohibited. • f. Discharging-firearms or bows proln"bited except when hunting. • g. FJ.reS prohibited. . • h. Public-prohibited except as posted. _ i. Tmget practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. j. During the special late ~ goose season ·and any conservation order for light geese, goose hunting allowed in area bounded on N by Logan CR 970, Eby Logan CR 97. (Sedgwick CR l); on S by US 138 and on-W by Logan CR 95. • on REINECKER RIDG~ SWA-Park County • . From Hwy.24 E of Hartsel take.Cty.Rd15 (Elkhorn Rd.) N 15 miles to sign, W 1.8 miles ~&i:ng • area. Road to parking area not maintained in winter. 12,122 acres. • . HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, small game. • . • . . RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: parking areas. RESTRICTIONS: a Public access prohibitedJan.1-May 1. . b. F°J.reS proln'bited. • . Rhodes Gulch - Conejos County • a Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned tQ the water immediately upon catch. RICHARD SWA-Jackson County • • . Fishing access: from Walden, go 112 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.l~W, tllen 8 miles W to Cty.Rd7, then ?miles N to lake John SWA go to the south end of Lake John to the parking lot. Hunting Access: from Walden, go 112 Dille Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12W,_ then H.7 miles W to parlcing area. Hunting area E of Cty.Rd.· 12W. 3,817 land acres~ 6 miles of riv~. ~ . • •HUNTING: deer, elk, antelope, rabbit, sage grouse, dove. waterfowl • FISIDNG: coldwater stream. RECREATIOl"'.J: wildlife viewing, hiking. RESTRICTIONS: a North Fmk of North Platte River on Richards SWA: 1. Artificial flies and lures only: • 2. Bag and possession limit foi: trout is 2 fish. .area. From Hwy.285 at Como turnoff, take .Cty.Rd.15 SES. miles to sign, W 1.8 miles top , 59 ;. �• b. Camping prolu'bited. c. Hunting prohibited within 200 yards of a building. Ridgway Sta~ Park - Ouray County . a. Snagging kokaQ.ee salmon permitted_ Sept 1 - Dec.31. RIFI,.E FALLS SFU - Garfield County . . From :Rifle, go 15 miles N on Hwy.325 to property. 60(l acres. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION:•wildlife viewing, limited tours. RESTRICTIONS: ,. · a. FIShing prohibited except in East Rifle Creek.b. Dogs prohibited. c. Fues prohibited. d Rock climbing prohibi~. . . .. e Camping prohibited-except when authorized by hatchery mgr. · f. Hunting prohibited except in designated safety areas. . Rifle Gap - Garfield County .. a. Bag, possession and minimum size limit for smallmouth. bass is 2 fish, 15 inches long. . b. All smallmouth bass. must be returned to the water immediately upon catch May 1 .;. June 15. c. Bag, possession and size limit for walleye' is 3 fish, only 1 longer than 18 inches; RIO BLANCO LAKE SWA- Rio Blanco County • From Meeker, go 20 miles Won Hwy.64 to property. 383 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl, rabbit . • FISHING: coldwatei' stream, ·warmwater lake. REgIBATION:.power boating, w~kiing, wildlife vie~g, camping in designated area. fAClLITIES: rest room. boat ramp. . ·. • ,_· . · .• • RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmou~ and largemouth bas11 is 15 inches long. b. Only 1 northern pike greater than:34 inches can be taken per day. c. Waterskiing prohibited March I -June 15. _ . • d. Field trials prohibited exceptFeb.1-:March 31 &Aug.1-SepL30. Rio de Los Pinos - Conejos County . . _. . . . a. .That 'portion of Rio de Los Pinos and.North Fork of Rio de Los: Pinos· in Cumbres subdivision: 1. Artificial flies onjy. . • 2. All trout must be returned ·to,the water immediately upon catch. b; From waterfall at south San Juan Wtldemess boundary to-headwaters: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. , , ., . • 2. All cutthroat trout must.be returned to the water ~ediately upon catch~ Rio Grande - Hinsdale, Mineral & Rlo·Grande counties • . . .. •. • . . . a. From lower boundary of River Hill CO downstream to west fence of Masonic Park: · L Artificial flies and lures only. • . , . . . • 2. Bag and possession and maximum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 12 inches long. · • 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the .water imme.diately. uwn catch. . , b. From Hwy.149 bridge at South Fork downstream to Rio Grande canal diversion structure: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . ., •. • 2. Pag and possession limit and ·minimum size for brown trout is 2 fish, 16,incbes.Iong. 3. All rainbow trout must be returned to the water imme.diately upon catch. RIO GRANDE SWA* - Rio Grande County.. . . From Monte VlSta, go 3 miles Eon ShennanAve.·to property. 935 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, dove, waterfowl. •FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. FACIUTIES: rest room. ~ areas. RESTRICTIONS: . . . . ,, a. Camping prohibited except in those parking areas with ·toilet facilities. b. Fues prohibi_ted. . . . . • · • . c1 ·Public access prohibited Feb.15-.July 15. . . .. RIO GRANDE SWA (Del"Norte fishing easements) - Rio-Grande County.· RESTRICTIONS: . a., Camping prohibited. • b. ?uJ>lic use prohibited except for fishing. Rio Lado Creek - Montemma.County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All c ~ trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch.. 60 �RITO HONDO RESERVOIR SWA • Bbisdale County . . From Creede, go 35 miles Won Hwy.149 to USPS Rd.513,·theli 2 miles NW to the fmk, take right fork 200 yards N to reservoir. . FISlilNG: coldwater lake. RECREATION:· camping; wildlife viewing. FACILITmS! rest room, campgrounds (USFS). . RFSTRICTIONS: Boatj.ng.prolu"bited except craft propelled by hand, wind.or electric motor. Riverbend Ponds - #1, Ill, #3~ #4 #5 • ·Larimer County • . a. Minimum si7.e for smallmouth and largemouth bass is ~S inches long: Road..Beaver .Creek· Gumdson County _ a. Artificial flies andJures only. . • , b. All cutthroat trout must:be returned to the water immediatdy upon 'catch. ROAD CANYON ~RVOIR SWA- Hinsdale County . From Creede, go 25 miles Won Hwy.149 to USFS Rd.520,-then 4 miles W to reservoir. FISlilNG: coldwater·lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACIUTIES: rest room (USPS), drinking water, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • . · .. a. Boating prolul>ited if it creates a_whitewater wake. b. Camping prohibited. • Roaring Creek• Larimer County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Roaring Fork Creek· Jackson County (See lnine, Manville and Odd Fellows SWAs) -~ Roaring Fork River • Pitkin.& Garfield counties a. From McFarlane Creek downstream to upper Woody.Creek bridge: . . 1. Artificial flies only. • 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch; b. From upper Woody Creek bridge downstream to Colorado River: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag, possession and minimum si7.e limit for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. c. 50 yards upstream and downstream from-confluences with Four-mile Ck and Three-mile Ck: 1. FISbing prolu"bited March 15-May 15. . . ,. d•.Prom Hallam-Lake downstream to upper Woody Ck bridge: Gold Medal Water. e. From the Crystal River downstream to Colorado River - GOLD MEDAL WATER. ROARING JUDYSFU - Gunnison County . From Gunnison, go 15 miles NW on the East_ River to property. 778 acres. FISlilNG: ·coldwater stream, pond fishing. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing, limited tours. FACillTJES: rest room. RFSTRICTIONS: . . a. Ftsbing prohibited except in East River and retention ponds. Retention ponds closed OcL 1. Dec.15.. . _ ~ b. Fishing prohibited from sunset to suorise. c. Camping prohibited. d. FII'CS prohibited. . • • e. Target practicing prohibited except in designated areas. f. Discharging firearms prohibited in designated safety zone. ·Rock Creek - Lake County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately_ upon catch. ROCK CREEK SWA ". Routt County . . . . . . From Kremmling, gQ. 6 miles Non Hwy.40 to Hwy.134, then 12 miles W over Gore ;pass to USPS Rd206, then 2 112 miles SW to property. • • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl • FISlilNG: coldwater stream. RECREATION: camping, hildng, wildlife viewing. ROCKY FORD SWA- Otero County· . . From Rocky Ford, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.266, cross river bridge, tum E on Cty.Rd.80.5. 5S0 acres. Go 1 1/4 mile further E to-McClellaiid tracL 662 acres. · • HUNTING,: deer, rabbit, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISlilNG: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, wildlife.viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms. · • 61 �•RBSTR.ICTION'S: a Fires prohibited. •· • . , . • ., · • b. On Melon Valley 'ftact, hunting prohibited except youthsJS and younger, and mentors. Mentors must be 18 or older an~ comply with hunter education requiremen~. Youths niQSt be accompanied by mentors while hunting. One mentor per youth only. . Rocky Fork Creek· Pitkin County • • a. Artificial files and lures only. • b. All cutthroat trout must b_e retmned to the water immediately.'¾PQn catch. Rocky Moun~ Lake• Denver County· , • a. Minimum size lmgemouth bass for is 15 inches long. • ROEBER SWA • Delta County . · · . . . From Paonia, go 1 mile S on 4100 Rd. (Onarga Ave~). tum left on N80 Lane, go, 2 miles to 4200 Dr., tum right, go 1 mile to parking lot • HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RFSI'RICDONS: ~ a. Camping prolul>ited. . b. Discharging firearms and hunting prohibited in open space easement • c. Dogs prohibited. • • . d Fires prolul>ited. • . _ e. Public access prohibited from last day of regular big game season through April 30. f. Public access prohibited except to hunt or fish. • . • ROSEMONT RESERVOIR SWA • 'lellei' County-· ., • • From Diyide, go 15 miles S on Hwy.67 to Gold Camp .Rd. near Victor, then 20 miles .B to reservoir. 20acres. • · • • FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RBCRBATION: wildlife viewing. FACll.lTIBS: rest rooms~ RESTRictiONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing prohibited. c. FJ.Sbirig prohibited 9 pm. until 5 a.m. d Boating prohibited. · • e. Camping ~ln"bited. • f. Dogs prohibited. g. Fires prohibited. • .. h. Public access prolu"bited except by foot from established parking areas. L Public access prohibited Nov.I - May 10. . . • j. Public~ prohibited near dam. caretaker's.house-and.north side of reservoir as posted.. k. Picnicking prolul>ited. . . · . I. Water contact activities prohibited as posted. Rough Canyon • Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only4 .. . b. All cutthroat trout must be retumed to the water immtAiately JI.POD catch. Ruby Jewel Lake• Jackson County • . .. . a. Artificial flies and lures only~ , . . •• . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. • ~ BUNYON/.FOUNTAJN ~ SWA • Pueblo County ... From Pueblo, go S on 1-25 to exit 98-A, then S on Santa Fe to Runyo11 Field, then Bon Runyon Field Rd.,for lfl mile to·property. 40 acres. FISIDNG: warm~-cofdwater ~ RECREATION: picnicking, hildng, wildlife viewing. . . • FACll.lTIBS: rest rooms, nature trail, ban4icapped fishbig dock. RESTRICDONS: a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Boating -lu'bited. c. ~ prohibited. • · -·d Fues ~bited. .· . e. Public prohibited ~ to sunrise except for fishing. . . • f. Water contact activities. prohibited. . •• • · . RUSSELL LA.KU SWA-Sagilache County · .. • . ·. . . • From Saguache, go 9 ~Son .ffwy.28S to Cty,R.d.R, then·l 112 miles B to property. 793 acres. HUNI1NG: mbbit, dove, waterfowl. • • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. 62 �RES1RICI1ONS: _ a. Camping prohibited except in self-contained units in designated areas. b. Field trials prohibited except Feb.I -March 31 &-Aug.I - Sept.30. c. Public prohibited Feb.IS -July 15. ·, d Parking prohibited except in established parldng areas. e. Public access prohibited except as posted. Saguache Creek - Saguache County . . Froin headwaters of the Middle and Sout;h Fork tributaries downstream to California Gulch: a. Artificial flies or artificial lures only. Saint vratn· Creek (North) - Bonlder County . . . .. . •. From Horse Creek downstream to inlet of Buttonrock Reservoir - WILD TROUT WATER: a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and _pos~on_ limit for trout is 2 fish. Saint Vraln!Creek; (South) - Boulder County a. From headwaters·downstream to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . b. From outlet of Long Lake to bridge at inlet of Brainard Lake: . 1. 'FJ.Shing prohibited, May I- July 15. . : . San Francisco Creek (Middle, West forks) & West San Francisco Lake - Rio Grande Comity a.. On USFS lands; including West San Francisco Lake: • • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . •2. All trout must be retumed to the water immediately upon catch. San Juan River -Archuleta County . • From Hwys. 160 and 184 downstream through Pagosa Springs to intersection of Apache St and river: Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish for all anglers, including youths under 16. SAN LUIS LAKES swA-Alamosa County • . • • . From.Alamosa, go 13 miles Non Hwy.17 to Sand Dunes Monument Rd., then 8 miles E to access road, then 1/4 mile N to pr<>pe!ty. • HUNflNG: waterfowl, do~. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wiJ.dlife viewing. FACil.ITIES: boat ramp, puking areas. RES1RICI1ONS: Boating prohibited north of buoy.line: _ . b. Public .access J?.IOhibited north of buoy line"and east-~est fence line Feb.IS - July 15. . c. Camping prohibited north of buoy line and east-west fence line. . . . SAN MIGUEL SWA (App'ebaugh fbhlng easement) - San Miguel County From Placeryille, go 3/4 mile Son Hwy.14~ to property. FISHING: coldwater stream. . - RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . • SANCHEZ RESERVOIR SWA- Costilla County . , From S!:lll Luis, go 3 miles E on Hwy.152 to Hwy.242,_ then 5.2 miles S to property. FISHING: waimwater lake. • • F A ~ : rest room, boat ramp. RES1RICI1ONS: . a. Camping prohibited in the boat ramp parking area. b. Hunting prohibited. . •• c. Public access prohibited except for fishing. d Waterskiing bibited. • SAND DRAW Sedgwick County. . . . . _ . From 1-76 at the Julesburg exit {#180), go 8 miles S on Hwy.385 to Cty.Rd.16, tum E to. Cty.Rd.49, • then 1 mile S to property. 209 acres. • • • • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, pheasant, dove. RECREATION: hlking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICI1ONS: . a. Camping prohibited. b. Fues prohibited. . . . c. Tmget practice, including paintballs, ero.moited except when authorized by wildlife mgr. , d Discharging fireanns··or bows prohib1ted·except when hunting. • •. •· •• . • . • e; Hunting prohibited except youths 15 and younger, an4 mentors. Menlors must be 18 or ol~. and comply with bunter education requirements. Youths must be accompanied by mentors while hunting. one mentor per yo~th only. · •• • a sW- area 63 �SANDS LAKE SWA- Cbatree County . . From Salida, go 1/2 mile NW on Hwy.291. Property on E side of-Hwy., opposite ML Shavano Hatchery. : • • • FISIDNG: coldwater lake. RESTRICTIONS: Camping prohibi~ SANDSAGE SWA- Yuma County From Wray, go 4 112 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.35, then 1/4 mile W to Cty.RdCC, then 1/2 mile s to property. . HUNTING:-rabbit, squirre~ pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. . RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing: RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. . b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Frres prohibited. • • d Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows. , e. Target practi~. including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. SAPINERO SWA* - Gunnison County . . From Gunnison, go 15 miles Won Hwy.SO (access from Hwy. 50 at Red Creek, East Elk Creek and Dry Chtlch Rd). 7~129 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Snowmobiles prohibited. Sawhill Ponds - Boulder County _ . a. Minimum size for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Artificial flies and lures only on ·a11 ponds· except ponds 1 and lA. Second Creek - I)elta County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch.· SEDGWICK BAR SWA* - Sedgwick County . From Sedgwick, go 2 miles NE on Hwy.138 to access road, then 112 mile S to property. 885 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel. pheasant, bobwhite quail. dove, waterfowl, twkey. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. _Camping prohibited. b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. Frres prohibited. • • _ d Target practice, including paintballs; prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. e. Small game hunting prohibited the opening·weekend of the regular plains rifle deer season. SEELEY RESERVOJ,R SWA- Weld County . From Greeley, go 3 miles Non 35thAve. to reservoir. 118 ~ FISIIlNG: coldwater lake, warmwater lake. • REC~ON: wildlife· viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass 15 inches lo~g. . . _ b. Fishing prohibited except along west shore or frc:>m boats 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise. • . c. Pubµc access prohibited 1 hoµr after sunset to l hour before sunrise except for fishing. d. Camping prohibited. • • e. Discharging fireanns or bow·s prohibited. f. Frres prohibited.. . SEGO SPRINGS SWA- Conejos County . From Manassa, go 3 miles Eon Hwy.142 to access road, then 1/2 mile N to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, dove, waterfowl. FISIIlNG: coldwater stream. ' RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: . a. Fues prohibited b. Field trials prohibited except Aug.l - Sept.30. c. Public access prohibited Feb.15 - July 15. 64 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS FROM CHEESMAN RES. TO CHATFIELD RES. ~ =Fly/lure only; catch and release ~ return trout to water immediately. tll Fly/lure o~y; 2 trout limit, 16 inches or longer. == Marston Diverson 0 b ;$ -~- ,:.!$ ~ '§ 0 c-; Scraggy View .P.O. .. Wigwam P.O. •Deckers ·Wigwam Qub (private}" 65 �SOUTH PLATTE RIVER FISHING REGULATIONS IN SOUTH PARK SPINNEY MTN. RES.: Fly-lure only; 1 trout limit, 20.inches or longer; no fishing-from one half hour after sunset to one half hour before sunrise; no ice fishing; GOLD MEDAL WATER. • • ELEVENMJLE RES.:. 8 trout limit, no more than 2 trout 16 inches or longer; snagging ofkokanee permitted from OcLl-Dec.31 east (lake side) of inlet buoy line; only portable ice fishing shelters allowed. ANTER<> RES. ·swA: ~ag and possession limit for trout is 4 fish; _Boating prohibited between 9 p.m. and 4 a.m.; only po~le ice fishing shelters allowed; no public access on west face of dam, along south and west shoreline and on the island (except for waterfowl hunting). • 0 TOMAHAWK SWA: Fishing closure Sept. 1 - Jan. 31, beginning SepL 1, 2002.. . ~ = FIY.nure o_nl__y; catch and release - return fish to water imme~ diately:.GOLD MED.Ai.WATER. • • • . . . ■ = Flynure onlyi all. trout between. 12 and 20 inches in lengt!:t · : must be releasea; 2 trout limit of which no more than 1 can , greater the 20 inches long; GOLD ~AL WATER~ • . I re Bridge �•. SERVICE CREEK SWA- Routt County . From Steamboat Springs. go 4 112 miles S on Hwy.131 to Cty.Rd.18, then7 miles SE to property. HU;NTING: deer, elk, rabbit, blue grouse, waterfowl. • • FISHING: coldwater stream. , • RECREATION: bildng, wildlife viewing. FACil.ITJES: rest room. RESrRICTIONS: . . a. Camping pro~bited except 3 days before the beginning of regular big game seasons through ·3 • days after the end of regular big game seasons. b. Artificial Flies and lures only on Yampa Rivei: c. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. SETCIIFIELD SWA* - Bent Co\mty From Hwy.SO and H~.101 in Las Animas, take_ Hwy.101.S approximately 16 miles to Cty.Rd.P. Go W on-Rd.P 1 mile to Rd.11, then S 6 miles on Rds.11 andJ0 to property. 2,438 acres. • . HUNTING: antelope, rabbit, bobwhite quail, scaled quaa dove. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. , RESTRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. '. b .. Fues prohibited. Severy Creek - El Paso Comity a. FlSbing prohibited from headwaters downstream to USFS boundary. SEYMOUR LAKE SWA- Jackson County From Walden, go 14 miles SW on Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.28, then 1 mile S to Cty.Rd.U, then 3-miles S to Cty.Rd.288, then lf2 mile W to property. 81 water acres. FISHING: coldwat.er lake. RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. FACll.ITIES: rest room, boat ramp. · RESrRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. b. Sailboards hibited. Shadow Moun:!fuReservoir • Grand County • a. Ice fishing_ shelteis must be portable. Shadow Mountain Spfflway - Grand County From Shadow Mountain Res. downstream to Granby Res. including Columbine Bay to 1\vin Ck inlet: a. FlSbing prohibited Oct15 -Dec.3.1. • . , b. Snagging prolnoited. . • • SHARPTAD., RIDGE SWA- noug1as·County . . a. Public access prohibited. (Check with DOW to see if open for big game hunting in-2001.) Sheep Creek - Conejos County ~ From headwateis downstream to Conejos River: - a. Artificial flies and lures only. - b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. Sheep Creek, East ~d West Forks - Larimer County. • From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: ~Artifici~ flies and· lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water irnroeniately upon catch. Sherwin Lake - aear Creek County • a. Bag and possession limit and minimum size for splake is 2 fish, 16 inches long. b: Artificial flies and lures only. Silver Lake - Mesa County , a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . .b. Bag and possessio,;i limit and minimum si7.e is 2 fish, 16 inches long. . • SIMMONS SWA- Yuma County . · . a. Public access prohibited June 1 -Aug. 31. • b. Public access restricted tofoot traffic only. c. Camping prolnbited. • d. Fires prohibited. • e. Field trials_ and dog training prohibited. . f. Target practice, inclucQ.ng• pamtballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. SIMPSON PONDS SWA- Larimer County . From 1-25 at the Hwy.402 exit (#255), go 2 miles W on Hwy.402 to Cty.Rd.9a, then 112 mile N to property.' 44 acres. • • HUNTING: dove, waterfowl. 67 �FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited except ~lly boats for fishing: b. -~ing prohibited. • c. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. d. Dog,training prohibited. • .e. Fires prohibited. _. . . f. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to l hour before sunrise except for fishing or when authorized by night hunting pennit._ SKAGUAY RESERVOIR SWA-Thller Co~. • • From Victor, go 1/2 mile Eon Cty.Rd.67 to Cty.Rd.441, then 61/2 miles E to reservoir. 174 acres. FISHING. coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: rest rooms; boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. , Sloan Lake - Hinsdale County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All cutthroat trout-must be returned to the. water immediately upon catch. SMITH RESERVOIR SWA* • Costilla County . . ·• · • . From Blanca, go 1/2 mile W 9n Hwy.160 toAirport'Rd., then4 miles.S to reservoir. • I HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwaterlake. RECREATION;, wildlife viewing. FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: •. • a. Fishing prohibited Nov. I through the last day of waterfowl season except within 200 ya$ of dam. b. Field ttials prohibited except Feb.I-March 31 &Aug.1-Sept30. Public access prohibited Feb.15-July 15 on north and east shores.. .d. Vehicles prohibited within 50 feet of water. • e. Waterskiing prohibited. Snell Creek - Rio Blanco County a. Artificial flies and lures only,,. ., b. All cutthroat trout must be returned-to the water immediately upon catch. c. South Platte Park (Littleton) - Douglas County _. :- • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches. . South Platte River - Douglas, Jefferson, Park &. Tuller counties a. From the confluence of the Middle and South forks downstreaiil to Spinney ~es. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: • • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . . 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to _the waterimmediately upon catch. . 3. Bag and possession limit fOI'. trout is l'fish,:no more than lean be longer than 20 inche~. b. From the outlet of Spinney Mountajn Res. downstream. to·~e inlet of Eleveilmile Res. - GOLD MEDAL WATER: •• 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All fish must be returned to the water immooiate1y upon catch. . . c. From below Elevenmile Dam downstream to Wagon Tongue Gulch Road bridge at Springer . Gulch (Elevenmile Canyon): . 1. Artificial ~es and· lures only. . . 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch.· d. From Cheesman Dam downstream to upper Wigwam Cub property line - GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to tlie water immediately. upon catch. . , e. From lower boundmy of Wigwam Cub to Scraggy View picnic ground - GOLD MEDAL WATER: ·• 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . • . . . , 2 Bag and possession and minimum si?-e. for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. • . f. From Strontia Springs Dam downstream to 300 yards ups~ from Denver Water Board's Marston diversion structure: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limi~ and mioiroi•m size limit for trout is 2 fish, 16 inches long. • 68 �South Platte River, Mrddle Fork - Park County a. From Hwy. 9 bridge (4.9 miles north of Garo) downstream to South Fork of South Platte GOLD MEDAL WATER: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-~ inches must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. • • 3. Bag and possession and minimum siz.e limit for trout is 2 .fish, no more than 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. Within Tomahawk SWA- Wil..D TROUT WATER: 1. Fishing prohibited Sept 1.- Jan. 31·, effective Sept 1, 2002. • South Platte River, South.Fork- Park County •·· a. From Hwy.285 downstream to Antero Reservoir. • • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout 12-20 inches must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. No more than 1 can be longer than 20 inches. b. From lower boundary fence ofBadger Basin SWA to confluence with Middle Fork of South Platte: • 1. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. All trout 12-20 inches-must be returned to the water imn,.ediately upon catch. .. 3. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish; no more than 1 can be longer than 20 inches. SOUTH REPUBLICAN SWA* · Yuma County •• • ••• F~m Butlington, go 21 miles Non Hwy.385 t9 Cty.Rd.l, then 3 miles E, 2 miles N and 2 miles E to property. 13,140 acres. • HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel, turkey, pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl, snipe. FISHING: warm.water lake. • RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing, intetpretive program. • FACILlTIES: campsites, trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, boat ramps, picnic area • with barbeque pit . • . . •• · .. RESTRICTIONS: • . . • a. Field trials prohibited except Feb.1-March 31 &Aug.1-Sept30. b. Waterfowl hunting prohibited as posted. . .· • c. Parking for waterfowl hunting prohibited except in designated areas. d. Waterfowl hunting access prohibited on the downstream face of daDL e. Seining prohibited in the Bonny Res. ·stilling basin and downstream Oct. 1 - Jan. 31. SPANISH PEAKS SWA* - LasAnimas County • From~ go Won ~ Apishapa Rd., following signs ~ property. HUNTING: deer, elk, rabbit, squirrel, tmkey. 6,450 acres. RECREATION: camping, hikiilg, wildlife viewing. FACILlTIES: rest rooms, c:lrinlfuig·water. ..c. RESTRICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited excepi iri established b. Fires prohibited except in designated areas. • c. Public access _Prohibited except from established parking areas. d. Parking only m designated areas. · Spinney Moun~ Reservoir- Park County- GOLD MEDALWATER a. Artificial flies and lures only. • . •• b. Bag and possession ~d minimum size for trout is 1 fish, 20 inches long. . c. Fishing prohibited m· hQur after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. d. Ice fishing hibited. . ·· SPINNEY M O ~ SWA- Park County From Hartsel, go 3 miles S on Cty.Rd.59 to property. 3,000 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife vtewilig. RE.STRICTIONS: • a. Camping prohibited. ·b. Fues proln'bited. . . SPRING CREEK ~VOIRSWA- Gunnison County . From Gunnison go Non Hwy.135 to Almont Tum right on Cty.Rd.742, travel 6 miles to Spring Creek. Tum left on Spring Creek Rd,: a:nd go 14 IJrlles to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: camping, fishing, wildlife viewing. ACCESS: limited to summer travel, usu,ally July-October. FACILlTIES: camp.sites, drinking W~; rest rooms, boat ramp. areas. 69 �STALKER LAKE SWA- Yuma County _ . . . From Wray, go 2 ·miles Won Hwy.34 to Cly.Rd.FF, then 1 1/2 miles N to access road, then 1/2 mile west to property. 75 acres. . • • HUNTING: pheasant, bobwhite quail, dove, waterfowl.FISlilNG: coldwater lake, warm.water lake. RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife.viewing. FACILITIES: rest room. boat ramp~ picnic_ shelters, tables, playground. • • RF.S1RICTIONS: • . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth.bass is 15 inches.long.• b. Boating prohibited except if propelled by hand. wind or electric motor c. Camping prohibited. . . d Discharging fireaIJns or bows pro)noited except when hunting. e. Fll'CS prohibited. . f. Hunting prohibited except with shotguns or bows~ . . . . ,• g. Turget practice, including paintballs; prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. Stearns Lake - Boulder County··.· ._ a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Steelman Creek - Grand County From headwaters downstream to Denver Water Board diversion: a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to ~ water immediately upon catch. STORM MOUNTAIN ACCESS ROAD-Larimer County From Masonville, go 3 1/4 miles NW on Cty.Rd.27 to road: PubUc access prohibited as posted SUMMIT RESERVOIR SWA • Montezuma County From Mancos, go 9 miles NW on Hwy.184 to property. HUNTING: waterfowl. FISlilNG: warm.water. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . FACILlTIBS: rest room. boat ramp. RES'IRICTIONS: . . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is -15 inches long. b. Camping prohibited. • • c. FJ.res prohibited. . d. Boating prohibited if it creates a white-water wake. Swamp Lake - ~e·County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Swan River - Summit County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and.possession and minimum size fottrQut is 2 fish at least 16 inches. c. From confluence with Blue River upstream 3 mi)es, fishing prohibited Oct.l-Jan.31. Swan River (North Fork) - S_ummit County · • ,. , a. Artificial flies and lures only. • • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately 'upon catch. • Sylwn Lake - Eagle County a. Fishing prohibited in inlet and upstream -1/2 mile Sept 1 - Nov.30. TAMARACK RANCH SWA* - Logan County From 1-76 at the Crook exit (#149), go 1/2 mile Non Hwy.55 to'property. 10,696 acres. HUNTING: deer, rabbit, squirrel; pheasant, bobwhite quail. dove; waterfowl, turkey. . RECREATION: ~g, wildlife viewing, limited camping.. FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water. RF.STRICTIONS: • a. Pronger Pond: Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited except when hunting. c. FJl'CS prohibited except in designated camping area. d. Field trials prohibited except Feb. J-March 31 & Aug. l-Sept.30. e. Hunters must'check in and out of check station. f. Turget practice, including paintballs, prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. g. Small-game and waterfowl hunting prohibited the opening day and first weekend of late • plains rifle deer season. _ • • h. Small game hunting prohibited the opening weekend of regular plains rifle deer SC3$.0n. i. Camping prohibited except in designated area. . j. Reservation hunting a~ailable Nov. 1 through last day of regular waterfowl season on week ends and holidays. • • 70 �TARRYALLRESERVOIR SWA- Park County . From Jefferson, go 15 miles SE on Cly.Rd.n to· reservoir. 886 acres (175 swface acres of water.) • HUNTING: deer, elk, waterfowl. . FISHING: cold~r lake, stream fishing. • RECREATION: camping. . FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. . . . RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited from dam, spillway and outlet structures. Taylor_ Creek, Little - Montezuma County a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned .to the water immediately upon catch. Taylor Reservoir-: Gunnison County · ' a. Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 3 fish; only 1 can be longer than 26 inches. b. Gaffs and tail snares prohibited. . • . c: Snagging kokanee permitted Septl -Jan.31. TAYLOR RIVER SWA - Gunnison County . . From Gunnison~ go 10 miles Non Hwy~135 to USFS Rd.742 (Taylor River Rd.), then 18 miles E to base of Taylor· Res. • • • • • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: a. From top of Taylor Dam downstream for 325 yards: 1. FJ.Sbing prohibited as posted. · 2. Public access prohibited. . b. From 325 yards below Taylor Dam downstream to upper ~undary of. Cockrell's private • property (.4· miles): • . 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. c. Camping prohibited. d F.u:es prohibited. e. Hunting prohibit¢. f. Parking prohibited except in designated areas. ·'Je)ler Lake - Boulder County a. Minimum.size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. Toller Lake No. 5 - Boulder County . . . . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. TERRACE RESERVOilt SWA - Conejos County From Monte Vista, go 12 miles Son Hwy.15 to USFS Rd250, then 9 miles W to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. TETER SWA- Park County . From Jefferson, 2 miles west on Hwy.285 and then 2 miles north-on Cty.Rd.35. 950 acres. • HQNTING: big game, wateifovyl. • . FISHING: coldwater s ~ fishing. • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: cL Camping prohibited. b. F.u:es prohibited . Three Lakes (Lowest Lake-AKA ~ w Lake) - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . ._ b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Three-mile Creek - Garfield County . From confluence with Roaring Fork ·ruver upstream 1/2 mile: a. Fishing prohibited March 15 - May 15. • THURSTON RESERVOIR SWA- Prowers County From Lamar, go 9 miles Non Hwy.196 to Cly.Rd.TI, then 1 mile W to _Cty.Rd7, then V4 mile N to reservoir.· 173 acres. •• • • HUNTING: dove, wateifowl, rabbit FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION: power boating, sail boating, sail surfing, waterskiing, camping, wildlife viewing. FAClllTIES: boat ramps, rest room. . , . RESTRJCTIONS: Boating prohibited if it creates whitewater wake Nov._1 through last day of waterfowl season. · , TILMAN BISHOP SWA- Mesa County . . . . . · a. Public access prohibited during nesting and migraiory bird period, March 15 - July 14. 7i �b. Camping prohibited. c. Hunters must check in and out of entrance station. d. Waterfowl hunters restricted to hunting from designated blinds or in :zone identifi~ for each blind• Blinds assigned at entrance station· and -available daily, first come; first served. Maximum number of hunters per blind is 4. . • . . e. Hunting restricted to bows and shotguns with shot-shells only. · f. Deer and pheasant hunting allowed by limited permit only. Permit applications available froni DOW in Grand Junction. Application deadlines Aug. l for deer and Nov. 1 for pheasanL Pennits issued by hand drawing; succesful applicants notified by mail. Date, tiine and location of drawing included on application. • • g. Turkey hunting prohibited. h. Dogs prohibited except as an aid to hunting. . • Thnber Lake - (See Horse Creek.Reservoir SWA) Thnberline Lake - Lake County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. . • • TIMPAS CREEK SWA (Including Otero Pond) - Otero County. · From Rocky Ford, go 4 miles Son Hwy.71 to Hwy.IO, then 2 miles,E across Timpas Creek Bridge, then 1 mile Son Cty.Rd.21, then 1 mile Won Cty.RdZ to property. 141 acres. • HUN'l'ING: rabbit, squirrel, pheasant, bobwhi~ quail, dove, waterfowJ. . FISHING: warmwater. • RECREATION: camping, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: fires prohibited. TOMAHAWK SWA* - Park County . . From Hartse}, go 5 miles N on Hwy.9, then 1/2 mile to parking area. Alternate route: From Jl'airplay, go 10 miles Son Hwy.9, then lfl mile to parking area. 3,400.acres. • ' HUN'l'ING: deer, elk, rabbit, waterfowl, antelope. •FISHING: coldwater stream. . :• • RECREATION: wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: Special fishing regulations apply - see South Platte River, South Fork.. a. Camping prohibited. • • b. Fires prohibited. • Middle Fork of South Platte in SWA- WILD 1ROUT WATER.· Torsldo Creek - Conejos_ County . 1 a. Artificial flies and lures only. .• . . • b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. TOTI'EN'~VOIR SWA-Montezuma County • From Cortez, go 3 lfl miles Eon Hwy.160 to Cty.Rd.29, then 1 mile N to reservoir. HUNTING: waterfowl. · .. .. • FISHING: warmwater. . RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. · FACILITIES: rest room, boat ramp. RESTRICTIONS: • . . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is· 15 inches long.· b. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. • c. Camping prohibited. d. Fires prohibited e. Hunting prohibited in inlet area Sepl30 -Jan.20 as posted. . f. Public access prohibited along north shore March 1 - May 31. , · . g. Public access prohibited from 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. Trappers Lake - Garfield County - WILD 1ROUT WATER • a. Artificial flies and lures only. • b. Bag and pmsession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. All trout longer than 11 inches must be returned to the water immediately ·upon catch. • c. Fishing prohibited in all inlets and upstream for 1/2 mil.e. . d. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of inlet streams. e. Fishing prohibited within 100 feet of and either side of outlet and downstream to first falls. f. No bag limit or possession limit on brook trout • Trinidad Reservoir· Las Animas County a. Minimum size for smallmouth, largemouth and spotted bass is 15 inches long. TRUJll,LO MEADOWS SWA • Conejos County From Antonito, go 36 miles Won Hwy.17 to USFS Rd 118, then 4 miles N to reservoir. FISHING: coldwater lake. . RECREATION: camping, wildJit:e viewing. 72 �FACILITIES: rest room (USPS), d.$king water. · RESTRICTIONS: Bo~g proln'bited if it creates a whitewater wake. TURK'S POND SWA- Baca County . . ·, From Springfield, go 2 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cty.RdHH, then 14 miles E to Cty.Rd.39, then 3 l/2 miles N to property. 200 ~ • HUNTING: dove. FISHING: wannwater. RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. RESTRICTIONS: • • . . a Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand, wind or electric niotor. ,• b. Camping proln'bited. • • . . . ·· . c. Public access prohibited near pond and administrative.building excq,t to retrieve downed waterfowl.from the opening day of waterfowl season:through last day of February. Turquoise Reservoir - Lake County • a Bag and possession limit for lake trout is 2 fish. Tuttle Creek - Saguache County a Artificial flies and lures only. b.. All cutthroat trout must be retuined to the water immooiately upon catch. Twin Lakes - Lake County • a Bag and possessj.on limit for lake trout is 1 fislL . . b. Lake trout 22-34 inches long must be returned to the water immooiately µpon catch. TWIN SISTERS SWA- Larimer County . . . . FromAllenspark, go 4 miles Non Hwy.7 to Meeker Park (USPS Access Rd119), 2.5 miles N to·' USPS ~~-325, then 1 mile W to property. 640 acres. HUNTING: deer, elk, blue grouse. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. TWO 8U1TES RESERVOIR SWA- Baca & Prowers counties From Springfield, go 18 miles Non Hwy.287 to Cty.Rd.B.5, then 3 miles E to reservoir. NOTE:· Due to drought, reservoir may be low or dry. Check locally for status. 6,793 acres. HUNTING: deer, antelope, rabbit, ·pheasant, bobwhite quail. scaled quail, dove, waterfowl. FISHING: warmwater. RECREATION: camping, hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing.. . FACILITIES: trailer dump station, rest rooms, drinking water, rifle range, boat ramps. RESTRICTIONS: . a Boating prohibited in Two Buttes Ponds below dam except craft propelled by band, wind or_ electric motor. • . b. Public access prohibited except to retrieve downed waterfowl Nov. I. through the last day of waterfowlseason. . Two Ledge Resenolr - Jackson County a Artificial flies and lures only. • Uncompahgre River• Ouray County • . . ' a From Ridgway dam downstream-to-fence just below USGS gauge station: 1. Fishing prohibited; except as posted. . ' , b. From USGS gauge station below Ridgway Dam downstream to Cow Creek: 1. Artificial flies and lures only. 2. All trout must be returned to the water jmmooiately upon catch. From Cty.Rd.23 bridge downstream to Ridgway Reservoir: 1. Snagging kokanee salmon pennitted Sept 1 - Dec31. • Union Reservoir - Weld County a Minimum size for crappie is 10 inches long. b. Minimum size for wipers is 15 inches long. VAil.. DEER UNDERPASS SWA- Eagle County From Vail, go 4 miles W on S frontage rd. of I-70 to property. RESTRICTIONS: • •. a Hunting prohibited. . • b. Public access prohibited Nov.I - June 15. , Valeo Ponds• Pueblo County a Boating prohibitoo including float tubes and other inflatable devices. b. Hunting prohibited: . · Valledto Creek.- La Plata & San Juan counties a From inlet of Vallecito Reservoir upstream: 1. Taking kokanee salmon (uicluding snagging) prohibited except Nov.15 - Dec.31. b. From headwaters downstream to Weminuche Wtldemess boundmy: c. 73 �l. Artificial flies and lures only. . 2. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish.· . .. Valmont Reservoir Administrative Area - Boulder County a. Public access prohibited. Vaughn Reservoir - Rlo·BJanco ~ty a. Bag and possession limit for cutthroat trout is 2 fish. -€ VERNER SWA* - Jackson ~unty From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Rd.12, then 5.1 miles W to Cty.Rd18, then 1/2 mile W-- to access road. 1 mile of river. . • RECREATION: wil~e viewing, coldwater fishing. RESTRICTIONS:. Hunting prohibited as posted. VIKING VALLEY SWA- Gunnison and Saguache counties _ Fiom Gunnison go E 16 miles on Hwy.SO to Doyleville. Tum S on Cty.Rd.3090, go 1 mile to fork-in road, tum right on Cty.Rd.3077, travel 2 miles tQ property. • • HUNTING: sage grouse, antelope. • FISHING: coldwater stream. - . • RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited except when authorized by landowner. Virginia Gulch~ West - LaPlata County • · a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. Virginia Lake - Lake County • a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish.• • Wacker.Ponds ( Formerly known as Hanson Bros. Ponds) - Morgan County a. Minimum· size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is 15 inches long. WABATOYA SWA (induding Daigre Lake) - Huerfano County. From La:Veta, go 1 mile.Eon Bear Creek~ to property. 203 acres. FISHING: coldwater lake. • RECREATION: picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing. FACILIT.IES: rest room. RmTRICTIONS: _ . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. Ice fishing proln"bited. . c. Boating proln"bited except craft propelled· by hand or wind d Camping ~rohibited. . • e. Fires prohibited. ' • Walden Ponds - Boulder County a. Artificial flies and lures only except Pic!rl~ Pond. . . . b. All smallmouth and largemouth bass must be returned to the water immediately u~ catch • except in Picnic Pond _ . . . WALDEN RESERVOIR SWA- Jackson County ·- • • - . · From Walden, go 1/2 mile Won Hwy.14 to Cty.Ri;t.12, then 1/2 mile W to reservoir. 739 acres. HUNTING: dove, waterfowl, sage grouse. RECREATION: wildlife viewing. . WALKER SWA • Mesa County . From Grand Jun~tion, go 2 miles Won Hwy.6_ & SO, tum S on·River Rd., 1/2 mile on River Rd., tum Son gravel access road. 351 acres. _ .. • - . . -. FISHING: warm.water. RECREATION :·rafting, canoeing, wildlife-viewing, interpretive program; FACILlTIES:· rest room. _ • RESTRICTIONS: a. FJ.Sb.ing prohibited Oct.1 - Feb.28. •- - -b: Public access prohibited 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. • c~- Discharging firearms or bows prohibited-Bows_ permitted for bowfishing. d Fll'e& prohibited. e. Hunting prohibited. • f. Dogs proln'bited. g. Camping prohibited h. 'lrapping prohibited. _ Waneka ~ e • Boulder Co~ty • . a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass islS inches long. WARD POND SWA • Jefferson County In Denver, at 1-70 & Ward Rd. FISHING: warm.water. 74 • �FACILlTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial files and lures only. • b. All fish must be returned to the-water immediately upon catch. c. Boating prohibited except craft propelled by ~d. . ~ d Camping prohibited. . • . • e. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited. f. Fires prohibited. • -g. Hunting-prohibited. . . h. J:'lblic access prohibited except for fishing. i. Dog training PI'Qhibited. j. Trapping allowed only by pennit. Washington Park (Lily Pond) - Denver County a. FlSb.ing restricted to youths 15 years or younger. WATSON LAKE SFU - Larimer County . From-Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to l&t Canyon Rd (Cty.Rd28), 1 mile W to property. Located on.Poudre River. See also Horse Pasture Pond FISHING: coldwater stream. • 'RECREATION: limited toUIS. FACILlTIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: • a. Dogs prohibited. b. Hunting prohibi~ • • · . . c. Public access-prohibited along west bank of Poudre River to employee housing. d On Horse Pasture Pond: Fishing restricted.to youths 15 years or younger. WATSON LAKE SWA- Larimer County . . . • From Ft.Collins, go 7 miles NW on Hwy.287 to Rist Canyon Rd. (Cty.Rd.52E), 1 ~ Wto property. On Poudre River. . • •· • . FISHING: coldwater ~ coldwater lake. 139 acres, youth only fishing pond RECREATION: picnicking, wildlife viewing. . . • FACllJTIES: rest rooms, nature trails. ·RESTRICTIONS: a. Ice fishing prohibited. b. Boating ~hibited. c~ Discharging firearms prohibited. d Hunting prohibited. e. Ice skating prohibited. f. Public access prohibited on northwest side as posted. _g. Parking prohibited on South Dam. h. Use or possession of live minnows prohibited. i. Camping allowed only in established areas. - j. Public access prohibited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. WEBSTER SWA- Weld County From LaSalle, go 1/4 mile N on Hwy.85 to Cty.Rd.394, then 2 1/4 miles W to property. 158 acres. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. • RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. .RESTRICTIONS: , a. Camping prohibited. .b. Discharging fireanns or bows prohibited. Shotguns, muzzleloaders or bows may be used while hunting. • c. Fues prohibited. . . mro: WELLINGTON RESERVOIR #4AND SMITH -LAKE SWA-: Larimer County From 1-25 at the Wellington exit, go 3 miles W 00:.Hwy.l to Cty,Rd.7, then 1.4 miles N to, Cty.Rd66,.then 2 ~es_W_to pro~. )Ye~gton·Res. #4- 105.acres. Smith Lake- 30 acres. . RECREATION: picmcking, wildlife viewmg. . • FACillTIES: rest rooms. . .RFSTIUCTIONS: a. Boating prohibited if it creates a whitewater wake. .b. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited. c. Hunting prohiJ?ited. . • , d ·Sailboards prohibited on Wellington·Res. #4. e. bHVs prohibited. - . f. Camping prohibited. g. Open fires prohibited. ' 75 �• h. Public use proluoited 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise except for fishing. i. Snowmobiles prohibited. WELLINGTON SWA* - Larimer & Weld counties . 1 WELLINGTON UNIT: From 1-25 and the Hwy.14 exit, go 9 miles Non E service road to Cly.Rd. 64, then 1 1/l miles E to unit · · . 1 . • • COBB LAKE UNIT: From 1-25 and the Hwy.14·exit, go 5 miles Non E$el"Yice road to Qy.Rd.56, then 1.4 miles E to unit • . • f SCHWARE UNIT: From 1-25 and the Hwy.14 exit, go 7 miles Non E service road to Cty.Rd.00, then 1 mile E to unit. HUNTING: rabbit, pheasant, dove, waterfowl. RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. . RESTRICTIONS: . . a. Boating prohibited. Craft propelled by hand may be used to hunt waterfowl. b. Camping proluoited. • • • c. •Fires prohibited. • • d. Field trials prohib~ted on Wellington and.Schware·units except F~.l.;March 14 &Aug.1-31. Field trials permitted on Cobb Lake Unit throughout year. e. Public a ~ prohibited on Wellington and Schware units_March 15-.. July 15. f. Public access prohibited on Wellington Unit from first day of the regular waterfowl season to the first day of pheasant season ~cept Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays and legal.holidays. g. Turget practice µrust be authorized by area wildlife mgr. . h. Horseback riding prohibited except _at.Cobb Lake Unit during field trials. .i. Big game huntjng restricted to archery, shotguns with slugs and muzzleloading. •. • •WEST BANK SWA- Garfield County South on Hwy.82, tum right at mile marlrer 5 on Cty.Rd.154. • FISHING: coldwater stream. RECREATION: boat launch, angler access RES1RICTIONS: a. Camping prohibited. b. Fires prohibited. c. Discharging fireamis prohibited. • West~- Mesa County . From Colo. 141 Bridge downstream 5 mil~ to Ute Creek: a. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. West Cross Creek - Eagle County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . • .b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. WEST tAKE SWA- Larimer County From.town of Red Feather Lakes, go 1 mile E on Red Feather Lakes Rd to property. 38 water acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. • FISHING: coldwater lake. RECREATION: wildlife viewing;·fishing, camping. FACILITIES: campground (USFS), rest room, drinking water. . RESTRICTIONS: Boating prohibited except craft propelled by hand. WEST LAKE SWA- Mesa County FISHING: wannwater lake. FACILITIES: rest room. RESTRICTIONS: a. Boating prohibited. b. Public access prohi}?ited 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. - c. Water contact activities prohibifed. WEST RIFLE CREEK SWA- Garfield County . . . . From Rifle, go 4 miles NE on Hwy,13 to Hwy.325, tum right for 6 miles to Cty.Rd.252, then J mile NW to property.. ,. HUNTING: ~ . elk, black bear, mountain lion, turkey, rabbit, dove, bobcat RECREATION: hiking, wildlife viewing. • FACllJTIES: rest rooms, drinking w{ller. RESTRICTIONS: Camping proluoited except from the day after Labor Day through Dec.3L WHITE HORSE SWA-Adams County . , • • a. Public prohibited except when authorized by area wildlife mgr. ~te River - Rio Blanco County •. ... . . . a. From headwaters (including North Fork and South Fork) of White River downstream to Colo. 13 bridge below Meeker: • • • 1. Bag and possession limit for trout~ 2 fish. access 76 �. . b; On Prather, Wakarnnd Sleepy'.Cat easements east of Meeker: , 1. Artificial flies and lures only. • 2. All trout must be returned to the water immooiately upon catch. c. From Piceance Creek downstream to Utah, including Kinney Reservoir: • 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, lmgemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, green sunfish, bluegill, .bullhead, yellow perch and crappie.. · d. From Taylor Draw Dam downstream 400 yards: 1. Fishing prohibited as posted; WILLIAMS CREEK RESERVOIR SWA* - Hinsdale County From Pagosa Springs, go 3 miles Won Hwy.160 to USPS Rd631, then 30 miles N to res. 508 acres. HUNTING: waterfowl. .• FISHING: coldwater lake. • . RECREATION: boating, wildlife.viewing, camping. · FACILITIES: rest room, drinking water, boat ram)?, campgrounds. RESTRICTIONS: a. Waterskiing prohibited. b. Sailboards.prohibited. . Williams Fork Reservoir- Grand County . a. Snagging kokaiiee permitted Sept. I - Dec.31. • . · . • b. All northern pike 26-34 inches must be returned to the water immr.diately upon catch. . c. From buoy line·at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first Grand Cty.Rd. bridge: 1. FIShing and snagging prohibited Sept 15-0ct. 31. • Willlams Fork River~ Grand County. • From Williams Fork Dam downstream to the Colorado River: a. Artificial flies and lures only. . b. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon .catch. Wlliiams Gulch - Larimer County From headwaters downstream to Poudre River: a. Fishing prohibited. , • Willow Creek (Little Snake drainage) - Moffat County •a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water 4Dmediately upon catch. Willow Creek Reservoir• Grand County • • a. Ice fishing shelters must be portable. . . . . WINDY GAP WATCHABLE WILDLIFE AREA- Grand County From Granby, go 2 miles Won Hwy.40. Property is at Hwy.125. Approx. 100 acres. FACil..ITIES: picnic tables,toilets, 1/4 mile interpretive trail. . RESTRICTIONS: • a. Dogs prohibited beyond parldng area. b. Fishing prohibited. . ·c. Discharging firearms prohibited. d. Camping prohibited. e. F'.u:es prohibited. . "" f. No public-access allowed outside viewing area. • • • g. Public access prohib.ited from sunset to sunrise. h. Hunting prohibited. • . i. 1iapping prohibited.. • • Wolf Creek - Conejos County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . . . b. All cutthroat trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. WOODHOUSE SWA- Douglas County RESTRICTIONS: Public access prohibited. WOODS LAKE SWA- San Migoe1 County . ·' From Tulluride, go 13 miles Won Hwy.145 to USFS Rd.618 in Fall Creek, then 9 miles S.tt> property. 160 acres. .. . • FISHING: coldwater stream, coldwater lake. RECREATION: canoeing, wildlife viewing. FACil..ITIES: rest room. · •. RESTRICTIONS: a. Artificial flies and lures only. , •. •b. Boats prohibited except if propelled by hand, wind or electric msotm:: c. Caniping·prohibited.. • • WRAY SFU • Yuma County . From Wray, go 2 miles Won Hwy.34 to Cty.Rd.FF, then 2 miles N to property. 35$ acres. • 77 �RECREATlON: limited tours. RFSI'RICTIONS:· , •:: a. Fishing prohibited except in Chief Creek and settling ponds. b. Camping prolnl>ited ~cept east of Cty.Rd.FF on Chief Creek. c. Dogs prohibited. • • . • . d Hunting hibited . Wray Settling ~d • Yuma County . .. . • a. Minimum size for smallmoutb and largemouth bass is 15 inches long; Wright Lake -.Chaffee County a. Artificial flies and lures only. . WUANITA WATCHABLE.WILDun: AREA- Gunnison County a. Camping pro~bited. • . · • b. Discharging firearms prohibited c. Dogs prohibited except when inside a vehicle. • d. Fues prohibited. • e. 1iasb. must be packed out. X-Y'RIVER TRACTSWA- Prowers County a'. Fues, cam~ing prohibited. . . . . • . . . ~- Motor vehicles allowed only m parking iµeas and access roads. Vehicle parking only m des ignated areas. • • • c. Closed 1 hour after sunset until 1 hour before sunrise. Yampa·River-Routt County . a. From Stagecoach Dam downs~ for 0.6.miles: . -1. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch.· 2. Artificial flies and lures only. •• • • b. From 0.6 miles below Stagecoach Dam to Walton Ck exclucling Catamount Lake: 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. 2. Artificial flies and lures only. . _ . .. . . c. From Walton Ck downstream 4.8 miles to James Brown (Soul Center of Universe) bridge in Steamboat Springs: · • 1. Artificial flies and.lures o~y. . . . . 2. All trout must be returried tQ the water immediately upon catch. d From James Brown (Soul Center of Universe) bridge downstream to Hwy. 394 bridge near Graig: • 1. Bag and possession limit for trout is 2 fish. e. -From h~waters of Yampa River _downstream to the Green River: - .• .. 1. No bag and possession limit for channel catfish, largemouth basslsmallmouth bass, northern pike, wall~e,. green ~ ·bluegill, bullhead and crappie. • .YAMPA RIVER SWA- Routt County a. Camping proln'bited b. Fires prohibited. • . Youngs Creek Res. #1, 2, 3 • Delta County . a. Artificial flies and lures only. b. All cutthroat trout must be retumed to the water immediately upon catch.. Yuma City Lake - Yuma County . • a. Minimum size for smallmouth and largemouth bass is lS inches long. Zimmerman Lake - Larimer Comity ·• • a. Artificial flies andlures_9nly. . . b. FJ.Sbing prohibited in inlet area as posted .Jan. 1 - July 31. •• . c. All trout must be returned to the water immediately upon catch. NOTE: This sportfisb program receives federal financial aid from the U.S. FJSb and Wildlife Service. Under 'Iltle VI of the Civil Rights Al::t. of 1964, Section S04 of the Rehabilitation Al::t. of 1973, Tole n of the Americans with.Disabilities Al::t. of 1990, theAgeDisaiminationActof 1975 and Tole IX of the F.ducalion ~roeodments Qf 1972, the U.S. Department of Interior and its bmeaus prqhibit di$criroination on the basis of race, national origin. age, disability and sex (m education programs). To iq,ort any such discrimina1ion. contact U.S. Fish and Wildlife Semcie, Office for &ttma1 Programs. 4040 N. Faiifax Drive, Suite 130,Arlington, VA22203. • 78 �FISHING OR HUNTING GUIDE When you subscribe to Colorado Outdoors Magazine As the official magazine of the Division of Wildlife, Colorado Outdoors provides unique insight into our wildlife resources as well as up-to-date coverage of hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Keep up to date with hunting.season dates, regulation reviews, new state fish records and more. Master the outdoor skills you've always wanted by getting tips from the experts - wildlife professionals devoted to providing you with the best where-to and how-to information. Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, watching wildlife or just like reading about our great state, Colorado Outdoors magazine is for you. You' ll receive six informationpacked magazine issues plus your choice of a 40-page fishing or hunting guide free. (You can get both guides by sending the cost of a subscription plus an extra $2.50 for one-year or $3.50 with a two-year subscription). , .--------------The Fishin~ Guide is available in May. The Hunting Guide is available in August. • YES! Enter a Colorado Outdoors subscription for me and reserve my fishing or hunting guide. 0 New Subscription O Renewal Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I I I I METHOD OF PAYMENT I I Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ City _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ State _ _ _ _ _ _ Zip _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Daytime Phone Charge my O Visa O MasterCardPayment enclosed $_ _ _ _ _ _ __ Account No. Signature _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ ____ Exp. Date _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I I I .I I I I O I IColorado Outdoors, P.O. Box 7828, Red Oak, IA 51591-0828 I 1-800-417-8986 • Division of Wildlife information: (303) 297-1192 .J 1 IO l Year - $10.50 0 I Year - $13 2 Year - $19 0 2 Year - $22.50 Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. Send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. Please send me the O Fishing OR the O Hunting Guide. Please send me BOTH the Fishing and the Hunting Guide. ----------------- 79 � https://cpw.cvlcollections.org/files/original/a07c252d3dc9fa298bd89ca05c20bad2.pdf efbaaee4975681738b8ffd89e67bdd25 PDF Text Text �Dear Fellow Angler: Recently 14 states, including Colorado, have passed laws affecting sportsmen's rights. This is due in large part because non-hunting and non-angling voters have had insufficient information when going to the polls. In response to this, Colorado House Bill 98-1409 created a wildlife management public education advisory council in 1998. The Wildlife Management Education Fund is charged with designing a media-based program to accurately inform Colorado residents of the critical roles fishing and hunting play in wildlife managemen t. Your voluntary contribution is our sole means of financ ing this project. If you look to your limited license brochures like Big Game, Sheep and Goat or Turkey, you'll find license applications you can use to make your donations. To donate, make your check payable to "The Wildlife Management Education Fund" and send it to 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Thanks for your support. Sincerely, 1({~ Chairman The Wildlife Management Education Fund �WHAT'S NEW FOR-2000 New Brochure -Anglers should discard all brochures dated 1996-2000, 1997-2000, and. 1999. The 2000 Colorado Fishing Season Information and Property Directory is the correct one to use beginning Jan. 1, 2000. • Antero SWA Bag Limits -There are new limits for trout this year. See page 9-10. Elevenmile and Spinney Reservoirs - Special bag limits for northern pike were eliminated at these two reservoirs this year. See pages 32 and 68. Golden Watershed SWA - The city of Golden no longer leases this area to the DOW. Therefore, it is now closed to the public. • Bosque del Oso SWA - There are new -fishing regulations and restrictions at this_ new state wildlife area See page 21. 'Jan. i - Dec. 31 FISHING SEASON DATES Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphtoians, mollusks and crusta~eans day and night, year-ro~d, except as otherwise provided in this brochure. Free Fishing Days· . . You can fish in Colorado without a license only on the.first full weekend of June, each year. All other ·fishing regulations remain in effect on these dates. Printed for free distribution by the COLORADO DIVISION OF WD..DLIFE 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 www.dnr.state.co.us/wildlife Editor: Brighid Kelly Printing paid for by hunting and fishing license fees . . Printed January 2000, 450,000 copies. By Publications Printers, Denver Cover photo by Neal and Mary Jane Mishler The Wtldlife Commission set fishing season and land and water regulations at its November . meeting.Wtldlife commissioners (as of November 1999 ): Charles Lewis, chair, Marie LeValley, vice chair; Bernard L. Black, secretary; Rick Enstrom, member; Philip J. James, member; Marianna Raftopoulos, member; Arnold Salazar, member; Robert Shoemaker, member. The Colorado Division of Wtldlife of the Department of Natural Resources prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin and disabilities in all aspects of employment and public participation in its programs and services. For information orto register a complaint, contact the Colorado Division of Wildlife. • • NOTE: The. laws and regulations in this brochure are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide. The official Colorado fishing statutes and regulations are available for viewing at DOW offices. �TABLE OF CONTENTS What's New for 2000 .......................... •.. ~ ................... 1 Fishing Season Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................. ; .............. l Free Fishing Days ..............•. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........••. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 DOW Service Centers . ..................... ." ....................... .- . 3 Recorded Information ................................................ 3 Whirling Disease Information ......................................... 3 License Information ................................................. 4 License Fees~ ......... ~ ............................................ 4 License Requirements ............................................... 4 Residency Qualifications ............................................. 4 Free Fishing Licenses ...................... •.......................... 5 Child Support Delinquency...................... : .•................ ~ .•. 5 Definitions ......................................................... 5-6 I..egal Methods of Toke ........................ •....................... 6 Conventional Angling Methods.......................................... 6 Ice Fishing ......................... ~ .....•........................ 6 Artificial Light ................... •.............. •.................... 6 Trotlines and Jugs............................... •..................... 6 • Underwater Spearfishing, Archery and Gigs .... •........................... 6 Emergency Public Salvage ............................................ 7 Snagging ....................................................... : .. 7 Chumming ....•..................................... ~ ..... ~ ..•..• ••..• -• 7 Second Rod Stamps . •...•............................................ 7 Toxicants, Poisons .................................................. 7 Nets, Seines ........................................................ 7 Fishing prohibited as posted ..................................... ~ ..... 7 Restrictions on Tuke ..........................•...................... 7 Fishing Contests . . . . . . . . .....................•..................... 7-8 . Releasing Tugged Fish . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......................... 8 fflegal 'Iransfer of Fish ............................................... 8 Threatened and Endangered Species . ................... .- ................ 8 Prohibited Species ........... ~ ...................... '. . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8 Bag and Possession Limits ......................................... 9-10 Donating Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 'I'ransporting, Exporting Fish . ......................................... 11 Releasing Fish . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ~ of Special Regulations ................................•....... 11 DOW Property Regulations ... • .. ..................................... 12 Limits to Public Use ................................................ 13 Use Fees . ......................................................... 13 Other Land Use Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14 Gold Medal Waters ..... -............................................ 14 Wild 'rrout Waters .................................... ~ ............. 14 Master Angler Awards ........................... •................... 15 Alphabetical List of Waters & Properties ................................ 15 Handicapped Access to State Wildlife Areas .........•.................... 15 Sunrise-Sunset Tuble ........................... ·· ................... 77 2 �DOW SERVICE CENTERS ; Division of Wildlife headquarters 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 (303) 297-1192 Southeast Region Service Center 2126 N~ Weber Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (719).227-5200 • Northeast Region Service Center 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 (303) 291-7227 Fort Collins Service Center 317 W. Prospect Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80526 (970) 472-4300 West Region Service Center 711 Independent Ave. Grand Junction, CO 81505 (970) 255-6100 Montrose Service Center 2300 S. Townsend Ave. Montrose, CO 81401 (970) 249-3431 RECORDED INFORMATIONS DOW numbers for recordings on season dates and other information (area code 303): Deer, Elk, Antelope ............................................ 291-7529 Fishing...................................................... 291-7533 Small Game ...........................................· ........ 291-7546 Upland Game & Turkey ..... :·...... -............................. 291-7547 Watetfowl .................................. -;.- ................ 291-7548 Hunter Education .............................................. 291-7530 Mobility Impaired Licenses ...... : ............................... 291-7528 For a list ·of recorded information, call 303 297-1192. Wddlif~ News Directly to You - If you'd like timely information about important wildlife issues, check out the DOW's internet web site at www.dnr.state.eo.us/wildlife. You can subscribe to our unique e-mail service and receive periodic news about the •Division of Wildlife. • ·HELPSTOPTHESPREAD OF WHIRLING DISEASE Anglers can help prevent whirling disease from spreading in Colorado by fol- : lowing these basic guidelines: 1. Thoroughly wash mud from vehicles, boats, trailers, waders, boots, fishing equipment and anything that comes in contact with mud-dwelling worms that can hold the WD parasite. 2. Drain boats, equipment, coolers, bait wells and water holders that can hold 1 the parasite. • • 3. Don't transport fish between bodies of water. 4. Don't dispose of fish entrails or byproducts into any body of water or sink. 5. Never transport aquatic plants, and make sure all equipment is cleared of_ weeds after every use. 3 �LICENSE INFORMATION Resident .Licenses LICENSE FEES Annual ............................................................ $20.25 Combination Fishing & Small Game .................................... $30.25 (If born after 1948, you must show a hunter education card first) Senior Annual Fishing ............................................... $10.25 (Colorado residents at least 64 years old) Nonresident Licenses Annual ................................... •........ .- ................ $40.25 Available to Residents and Nonresidents Five-Day License ................................ ~ .................. $18.25 One-Day License ................................................. ~ .. $5.25 Second Rod Stamp ........................ ·........................ : ... $4.00 The second rod stamp is available to licensed residents and no~sidents and to persons under 16 years, whether licensed or unlicensed. Youth small game, furbearer & fishing (under 16) .. ·......................... $1.00 Costs include a 25-cent search and rescue fee. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS . 1. Hunters and anglers need a Colorado Conservation Certificate (CC) to buy a license. CCs are free and available at license agents and DOW offices. Licenses are stamps that attach to the CC. Only one CC is necessary for all licenses. The CC can be reused from year to year as long information on it is correct. • 2. A fishing license is required for people 16 years or older to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks, except as noted in this brochure. • 3. People collecting fish, amphibians, mollusks and crustaceans for commercial sale by fishing, cast net, dip net, net, trap or seine must have a $20 commercial fishing license. Applications are available from the DOW. Commercial fishing license holders must submit an annual report to the DOW within 30 days of the expiration of the license. 4. Children under 16 don't need a fishing license. The bag limit for"youths under 16 is full the daily bag and possession limit A licensed angler doesn't need to accompany a youth. 5. Licenses expire on the date printed or written on them. No license is transferable. False statements made in buying a license render it void and are subject to penalties. Lost or destroyed licenses can be repiaced by buying another at a license agency or DOW office or by filling out a lost license affidavit 6. Violations of wildlife laws have a specific point value. If a person accumulates 20 or more points in 5 years, license privileges can be suspended for up to 5 years. as RESIDENCY QUALIFICATIONS Anyone who meets at least one of these qualifications is considered a resident of Colorado for a fishing license: 1. Anyone who has lived continuously in Colorado for at least six months immediately before buying a license an4 who intends to make Colorado home. (Except #2 below.) 2. U.S. armed services personn~l, servicemen of U.S. allies, personnel of the U.S. Diplomatic Service and diplomatic services of nations recognized by the U.S. stationed here on permanent active duty orders. The dependents of these people also qualify. Active duty does not include personnel in reserve status or the National Guard. 3. Full-time students enrolled and attending an accredited Colorado college, university or trade school at least six months immediately before purc~asing a license, including students who are temporarily absent from this state but enrolled full time at a Colorado college or university. 4 �FREE FISHING LICENSES . Applications for free licenses can be obtained at DOW offices. Send completed applications to DOW, 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Free licenses are valid only during Colorado residency. People in these categories are eligible for a free fishing license: 1. U.S. armed forces members, acqye or retired. who are resident patients of a U.S. armed forces hospital or conyalescent statio~ in Colorado. 2. Resident patients at a Veterans Administration (V.A.) hospital. . 3. Resident patients of a state mental institution or other mental health institution under the supervision of its staff. . 4. Colorado residents who are totally and permanently disabled as determined by the Social Security Administration or Division of Labor. 5. Colorado residents who are disabled veterans. A disabled veteran is a person who served on active duty in the armed forces, separated under honorable conditions and has established to the DOW a service-connected disability rated by the V.A. at 60% or more through disability retirement benefits or a pension because of a public statute. administered by the V.A. or the Anny, Navy or Air Force. Note: People meeting this requirement may obtain a free lifetime resident combination small game hunting and ~bing license. 6. Colorado residents on active duty with the U.S. armed forces outside the state can fish free using official leave papers as authorization while here on temporary leave from duty, not to exceed 30 days a.year. You must carry your official leave papers with you when fishing. • CHILD SUPPORT DELINQUENCY State law allows the suspension or denial of a fishing license if you have failed to pay your child support. The law also allows information from your license application ~o be shared with state child support enforcement agencies. DEFINITIONS ANGLING: Taking or attempting to take fish by a personally attended rod and line or a handline with hooks attached, using bait, artificial flies or artificial lures. ARTIFICIAL: Devices made entirely of, or a combination of, materials; such as wood, plasti~, glass, hair, metal, feathers or fiber, designed to attract fish. This does not include hand-moldable material.designed to attract fish by taste or smell. It also doesn•t include devices smaller than 1-1/2 inches long with scents or smell attractants attached. Molded plastic devices less than 1-1/2 inches long also are not considered artificial, as well as foods; organic bait; such as worms, •grubs, crickets, leeches, minnows and fish eggs; and manufactured baits, such as imitation fish eggs, dough baits and stink baits. CHUMMING: Placing fish, parts of fish or other material on which fish might feed in water to attract fish so they may be taken. (This doesn't include fishing.) FISHING: An effort to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusk. This includes using a hook and line, handline, trotline, jug fisbing, seine, net, ice fishing, underwater spearfishing, archery, snagging or gigging~ GAME FISH: All fish species except endangered and threatened species. This includes trout, char, grayling, salmon, muskellunge hybrids, carp, bullhead, wiper, saugeye, smelt, splake, b~k • bass, walleye, noi;thern ~ bass, crappie, sunfish, wltltefish, catfish, drum, shad, perch, sucker, topminnow or minnow. GIG: A spear with one or more barbed tines attaobe4 to a handle. , INLET: Bay or recess at the confluence of a stream with a lake or reservoir. JUG FISHING: Fishing with 10 o,r fewer floats each marked with angler's name and license number with a single line attached and not more than one common hook._· • LENGTH LIMIT: See "Size Limit." MINNOW: Members of the families of fish classified Cyprinidae (caip, chub, dace, goldfish, minnow, shiner, stoneroller and tench) Cyprinodonti(Jae (killifish, topminnow) and Clupeidae (giu.ard shad). NATURAL STREAM: A stream wh"ere water naturally flows regularly or intermittently at least part of the year. Man-made ditches or other water channels are not natural streams. NET: A seine, dip net, gill net, cast net, trap net, hoop net or similar devices used to take fish, amphibians, crustaceans or mollusks. • • PERSONALLY ATTENDED ROD OR LINE: A rod or line used for fishing and under the control of a person nearby. ,. 5 �POSSESSION LIMIT: The maximum number of fish, crustaceans, mollusks or amphibian's that can be legally in the possession of a person. COMMON HOOK: A hook or multiple hooks having a common shank. Hooks attached to a manufactured artificial lure are considered a common hook. , SIZE LIMIT: The length of a fish with head and tail attach~, measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail. • SEINING: Capturing live fish with a net that hangs vertically in water and is used to enclose fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore. SNAGGING: Taking fish by snatching with hooks, gang hooks, artificial flies or lures or similar devices that hook fish in part of its body other than mouth. TROI'LINE: Fishing with a single, 100-foot maximum length line to which a maximum of 25 droplines may be attached. There must be a float on each end of the main line and no more than three barbed hooks on a common ~ook on each dropline. WATER ACTlVITIES: Swimming, wading, (except while fishing), waterskiing, sail surtboarding, scuba diving and other activities that put a person in water. LEGALMETHODSOFTAKE 1. CONVENTIO~AL ANGLING METHOl)S: Except as otherwise provided in this brochure, no fish can be taken or killed except by angling. You can fish with only one personally attended rod and line or a hand line. You can use a second rod and line or a hand line if you buy a second rod stamp. See "Second Rod Stamp," page 7. Each line can have no more than 3 common hooks attached. • 2. ICE FISHING: Unless otherwise provided, all waters are open to ice fishing w_ith these restrictions: (Anglers should be aware that some waters may be restricted by city or other local laws.) . (a} Where only portable ice fishing shelters are permitted, shelters must be removed from the ice ~t the end of the day. (b) Where permanent shelters are permitted, the name, ~ . telephone and license number of owner or user must be legibly displayed in contrasting colors on the outside and on the shore side of the shelter. The letters must be at least 2 inches high. (c) Fires on ice must be enclosed in a container: (d) No litter may be left on the ice. · • (e) Ice fishing holes cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter or 10 inches on any side. 3. ARTIFICIAL LIGHT: Permitted for fishing in all waters. 4. TROfLINES AND JUGS: Permitted only on waters specified in this brochure. Trotlines and jugs are subject to these res.trictions: . • (a) One trotline per license holder. Trotlines must be tagged with licensee's name, fishing license number and date set Trotlines must be personally attended to at least once every 24 hours. Trotlines must be anchored and marked at each end of the line with floats and be weighted to place the line at •least 3 feet beneath the surface. (b) Ten jugs per license holder. Jugs·must be tagged with licensee's name and license number. Jugs must be personally attended at least once every hour. Each jug must have not more~ one line with one common hook attached. (c) Trotlines and jugs permitted on Adobe Creek Res.; Horse Creek Res.; John Martin Res.; Meredith Res.; Nee Noshe Res.; Nee Gronda Res.; Nee So Pah Res~; and Queens Res., upper and lower. Trotlines (not jugs) permitted on Navajo Reservoir. 5. UNDERWATER SPEARFISHING, ARCHERY AND GIGS: (a) Underwater spearfishing, archery, including crossbows, and gigs are permitted for taking carp, gizzard· shad and white or longnose suckers in all waters year-round. (b) On waters specified in this brochure and during specific times, the daily bag and possession limit (other than carp, gizzard shad and white or longnose suckers, which is unlimited) by underwater spearfishing is 2 fish. Taking lake trout (mackinaw)_ is prohibited. (c) Underwater spearfishing has these restrictions: (1) CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears prohibited.(2) Guns must be loaded and unloaded while diver is submerged. •(3) Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers' Symbol. • (4) Spears must be attached by a safety line not to ex~ 10 feet long. 6. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SALVAGE: If substantial numbers of fish are in imminent danger 6 �of being lost, notice will be given that fish can be taken by hand, dip nets or methods approved by the DOW. 7. SNAGGING: Snagging is illegal unless permitted by the DOW on specific waters during specific-times. Those seasons are in the list of waters in this brochure. Snagged fish, except kokanee salmon. must be returned to the water immediately. Waters open to snagging include: Beaver Creek Res.; portions ofthe Blue Mesa Res.; Blue River; Carter Lake; Cheesman Res.; Cimarron River; Crystal Reservoir; Dolores River; Elevenmile E.es.; Florida River; Granby Res.; Green Mountain Res.; Grimes Creek; Gros$ Res.; Gunnison River; Lake Fork of the Gunnison River; McPhee Res.; Monument Res.; Morrow Pt. Res.; Navajo Reservoir; Ridgway Res.; Taylor Res.; Uncompaghre River; Vallecito Creek; Williams Creek; and Williams Fork Res. Snagging begins as early as Sept 1 on some waters and runs to Jan. 31_ on others. 8. CHUMMING: prohibited. 9. SECOND ROD STAMPS: One additional rod or·handline can be used when a second rod stamp is purchased, signed by and attached to the person's fishing license or CC. A second rod stamp allows fishing with no more than two rods, hand lines or tip-ups. (a) Anyone fishing with a second rod or hand.line must have a second rod stamp in possession. . Anyone under 16 years who does not have a fishing license must carry the signed stamp while fishing with a second rod or hand.line. • (b) People with a second rod stamp and·who are fishing with two rods must comply with the same bag and possession limit as with a single rod. (c) Second rod stamps are not transferable to anyone. (d) A second rod.stamp is not required when using a trotline or jugs. 10. TOXICANTS, POISONS, STUPEFYING SUBSTANCES AND ELECTROFISHING are permitted in waters with publicly owned fish only ~th written authorization from the Director.. Permission may be granted only after written application at least 30 days before use. • 11. NETS, SEINES or other devices that obstruct the free passage of fish for the purpose of capture are prohibited. unless authorized in writing, by the DOW. Seines of 1/4 inch or less nonmetallic square mesh. not more than 20 feet _long by 4 feet deep. can be used to take bait fish, e~cept in waters listed under "Restrictions on Talce .... 12. FISHING IS PROHIBITED AS POSTED: The DOW may control fishing by posting signs authorizing fishing and restrictions. RESTRICTIONS ON TAKE t. Seining; nettipg·, trapping and dipping of fish are prohibited statewide in all natural streams and springs. In addition. seining. netting. trapping and dipping of fish are prohibited in all waters in: (a) Adams. Arapahoe. Boulder. Clear Creek. Denver, Douglas. Gilpin. Elbert, Jefferson and Park counties. • • (b) public waters in Rio Grande, Saguache, Conejos. Costilla. Alamosa. Mineral and Hinsdale counties in the Rio Grande drainage. This restriction does not apply to fish handled or produced at commercial ·aquaculture facili-· ties. 2. The only fish species that can be taken by seining. netting. trapping or dip netting for consumption or personal use as bait, alive or dead, are minnows (except those listed on page 8), bluegill, carp, sunfish, hybrid sunfish, shad. sculpin, suckers (except those listed on page 8), yellow perch and rainbow smelt Statewide bag limits apply to sunfish, bluegill, hybrid sunfish and yellow perch. . 3. The only species that can be taken for commercial use are minnows (except those listed on page 8), shad, suckers (except those listed on pages 8) and carp. 4. Use and possession of live fish for bait are prohibited east of the Continental Divide above 7,000 feet and in these waters: . (a) Arkansas River above Parkdale - Fremont and Chaffee counties (b) Watson Lake SWA - Larimer County Use and possession of live fish for bait are prohibited west of the Continental Divide, except in Navajo Reservoir in Archuleta County. FISHING CONTESTS: Fishing contests cannot be promoted. conducted or offered if the purpose is to take marked or tagged fish released in waters open to public fishing without approval by the DQW. Application and a nonrefundable $20 fee must be made to the DOW at least 60 days before the contest Written approval must be ob~ed from landowners o~ agencies before 7 �applying. Fishing contests are not permitted on streams, rivers or other flowing water or a Gold Medal or Wild Trout water. Contests for trout will be permitted only on waters greater than 200 surface acres and managed primarily as a catchable fishery. All regulations remain in effecL Public fishing areas will stay open to public fishing without charge regardless of contest fee or other charges. Commercial and private lakes licensed by the DOW are exempt . . RELEASING TAGGED FISH: It is illegal to release tagged or marked fish into public waters. The DOW can release fish for research and management Tagged or marked fish also can be released in public waters for scientific research projects with written application and approval by the DOW at least 30 days before release. Tagged or marked fish can be released in public waters for fishing contests only in lakes and reservojrs with DOW. approval. n.LEGAL TRANSFER OF FISH It is illegal for anyone other than the DOW or someone with an aquaculture license to stock or release fish species into waters of the state. Illicit stocking is a growing problem and can have far-reaching effects on fi~h populations. In Western Colorado, such introductions pose serious • threats to native fishes through predation and ·competition and often impede efforts to recover native fishes. They also have had detrimental effects on sport fisheries. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES In addition, it is illegal to take these threatened or endangered species: bonytail, Colorado pikeminnow, humpback chub, razorback sucker, Arkansas darter, Rio Grande sucker, wood frog, boreal toad and greenback cutthroat trout. Any of th~e species caught must be returned to the water immediately. Except, taking greenback cutthroat trout is permitted in specific waters and with restrictions ~lained in this brochure. . . Colorado Pikemfnnow (~uawftsh) have an olive-green and gold back with a silvery belly. Young resemble roundtail chub, but a pikeminnow mouth is longer, with thick lips that extend past its eye. Populations are limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Colorado, Green, White and Yampa. • Bonytai)s have large fins and a streamlined body tapering in front of the tail. This fish is close to extinction in the. wild 1be last sightings were in the Colorado River near the Utah border and in Yampa Canyon. Humpback Chubs have a prominent, smoothly rounded hump behind the head; small eyes; thin section in front of the tail and a long snout. The largest Colorado populations are in Black Rocks Canyon on the Colorado River and Yampa Canyon in Dinosaur National Monument. Razorback Suckers have a bony, keel-edged hump that rises on the backjust behind the bead. Razorbacks are limited to Upper Basin rivers, especially the Green, Yampa and mainstem of the Colorado. PROHIBITED SPECIES It is illegal to possess or harvest for private or commercial use: bluehead sucker, flannelmouth sucker, mountain sucker, roundtail chub, Rio Grande chub, plains minnow, plains topminnow, suckennouth minnow, brassy minnow, stoneroller, common shiner, river shiner, stonecat, plains orangethroat darter, northern redbelly dace, southern redbelly dace, Iowa darter, lake chub, flathead chub and Arkansas River speckled chub. The following species or their viable eggs are detrimental to other fish and their habitat in Colorado. Unless authorized in writing by the DOW for controlled and experimental purposes only, it is illegal to export, import, transport, stock, sell, acquire and possess for release any of these species: piranha; trahira; gar (all species); snakeheads or mwrels; sticklebacks; walking catfish; tilapia; bighead carp; bowfins; silver carp; Indian carp, rudd, ~bra mussels. 8 �BAG AND POSSESSION LIMITS Listed on next page are the statewide bag limits for specific fish species. There are some fish . species, such as whitefish~ that are not listed below and have no bag limits. However, see pages 7-8 for species that are prohibited to take·or have restrictions on take. In addition, some waters have more restrictive catch limits than those listed below. Check the directory of waters and properties for specific restrictions. If a water does not appear in the directory or if there is no catch limit specified, the limits on the next page apply. Fish caught and pl~ on a stringer, in a c:ontainer or live well, or not returned. to the water immediately are counted in the daily bag or possession limit Fish taken and later smoked, canned, frozen or preserved for consumption are part of the possession limit until consumed. Fish released immediately are not part of the daily bag and possession limit • DAILY BAG LIMIT - the maximum number of fish you can take in one day regardless of any disposition made of the fish during that day. EXAMPLE: East of the Continental Divide, you may NOT take eight rainbow trout during the morning, eat four- for lunch and take four more during the balance of that day. POSSESSION LIMIT - the maximum number of fish you can have in possession at any one time. EXAMPLE: East of the Continental Divide, you may take eight rainbow trout in one day, eat four of them and take four more the next day.You may not have more than the maximum pos-. session limit in your possession at any time, including your free.zer, ice chest, at camp or home. FISH DAILY BAG POSSESSION LIMIT LIMIT East of the Cpntinental Divide except waters with special regulations: Trout, Splake, Arctic Char, • Grayling, Salmon (except kokanee) .. In aggregate"' 8 8 All streams and rivers west of the Continental Divide ex~pt waters with special ~gulatlons: . • • Trout, Splake, Arctic Char, Grayling, Salmon (except kokanee) In aggregate"' 2 2 All lakes, ponds .and reservoirs west of the Continental Divide except waters with special regulations (for Blue Mesa Reservoir see properties list): Trout, Splake, Arctic Char, Grayling,Salmon(exceptkokanee) In aggregate"' • 4 4 NOTE: On West Slope waters, the total number of these species you can have in possession is 6, provided that 2 came from streams and 4 c~e from la~es. 9 �BAGLIMITSFORSPECIFICSPECIES FISH DAILY BAG and POSSESSION LIMIT BROOK TROUT, 8 inches or less statewide ............................... :................................................. 10 KOKANEE SALMON, •Angling statewide ............................................................ :.............................. 10 •Snagging (see specific waters) ...................................~ .......... :........................40 WALLEYE, SAUGEYE, •Statewide, in aggregate* ..................................................................................5 •Arkansas, S.Fork of the Republican, San Juan drainages, in aggregate* ....................................._.............................. 10 LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH, SPOITED BASS, •Statewide, each species....................................................................................5 •Arkansas, S.Fork of the Republican drainages, in aggregate• ....................................................:.............................. 10 WlllTE BASS, WIPER, •Statewide, in aggregate• ................................................................................. 10 •Arkansas, S.Fork of the Republican drainages, in aggregate• ..................................................................................20 CRAPPIE, CHANNEL CATFISH, BLUE CATFISH, BULLHEAD, NORTHERN PIKE, •Statewide, each species.......................-............................................................ 10 •Arkansas, S.Fork of the Republican _ drainages, crappie only ...................................................................................20 • YELLOW PERCH~ BLUEGILL, HYBRID BLUEGILL, GREEN SUNFISH, ORANGESPOITED ·sUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED, SACRAMENTO PERCH, •Statewide in the aggregate ..............................................................................20 " . TIGER MUSKIE statewide ......................................................... 1 fish, 30 inches or longer SPECKLED DACE, SCULPIN -Colorado Drainage in aggregate, except in salvage operations ............... :··~············ .. ····;· .....•................................20 CRUSTACEANS - CRAYFISH (CRAWDADS) Year-round season; no bag or possession limit Crayfish can be taken by hand, baited lines, traps, pots, nets or seines for food or bait. In waters closed to taking bait fish, seining for crayfi~h is prohibited. For commercial use, the minimum size for crayfish is 3 inches, measured from the tip of the acumen (bony spike between eyes) to the telson (last bony plate in tail.) Female crayfish with eggs attached must be returned to water immediately. Pots and traps must be labeled with name, address and license number of license bolder. • BULLFROGS- . Year-round season. Daily bag and possession limit is "10 frogs. Bullfrogs can be taken by fishing, archery, by hand, gigs and nets. Artificial light can be used. SALAMANDERS Year-round season. Daily bag and possession limit: Gilled form aquatic tiger salamander larvae (also known as waterdogs) - 50 animal~ less than 5 inches long. Possession of terrestrial adult (land form) tiger salamanders is limited to 6. Salamander larvae can be taken by fishing, by hand, traps, seines and nets. *In aggregate means the limit may consist of one species or a mixed bag of more than one species. Trout include rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat, golden and lake trout. �DONATING FISH Edible portions of game fish may be donated to a like-license holder anywhere or to another person at the recipient's home. Donor and recipient are suQject to bag and possession limits. The recipient is deemed to have a "like-license" if he/she has a Colorado fishing license. TRANSPORTING, EXPORTING FISH Wtldlife in this brochure, or any portion of game fish, transported or exported within or from this state must be accompanied by the license holder. Wildlife shipped by common earner must be accompanied by either the license or a photocopy of the license and donation certificate if one is needed. RELEASING FISH YOU CATCH Fish to be released MUST be released alive immediately in the same water. where caught. PUT THEM BACK ALIVE . Returning fish alive is not as simple.as it sounds. There are ways of handling fish that can kill them. Follow these s·teps to ensure the best chance of survival for the fish: 1. Do not play fish to exhaustion. . . . 2. Keep fish in water as much as possible when handling and removing the hook 3. Remove the hook gently; do not squeeze the fish or place your fingers in its gills. 4. H deeply hooked, cut the line. Do not pull the hook out. 5. Release the fish only after its equilibrium is recovered. H necessary, gently hold the fish facing upstream and move it slowly back and forth. Release the fish in quiet water. 6. H fishing is in catch-and-release waters, strongly consider using barbless hooks. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS • Special regulations are.based on we_ll-founded principles of fish management. The purpose is.to provide the best fishing yet maintain the long-term welfare of fish species. Special regulations include bag limits, size limits and harvest restrictions. By reducing bag limits and requiring that certain fish be returned to the water, larger fish may result. Wild Trout and Gold Medal water·_ designations and other regulations are designed.to highlight quality fishing opportunities while protecting and enhancing fish. While many streams and rivers support a daily bag and possession limit of two or eight trout, anglers are requested to reduce their harvest. The Division ofWtldlife is requesting that anglers practice a voluntary; selective harvest approach to fishing. Selective harvest maintains a Colorado tradition of harvesting some fish while voluntarily releasing others. Anglers also are encouraged to fish with barbless hooks to help the survival of fish that are released. FOR MORE INFORMATION Colorado State Parks 1313 Sherman St., Rm.618; Denver, CO 80203, (303) 866-3437 U.S. Forest Service, Box 2S127, Lakewood, CO 80225, (303) 27S-53S0 National Park Service, Rocky Mountain Region, Box 2S287, Lakewood, CO 8022S, (303) 969-20QO Bureau of Land Management 28S0 Youngfi~ld, Lakewood, CO 8021S, (303) 239-3600 Larimer County Parks and Open Lands, (970) 679-4S70 Aurora Parks and Open Space, (303) 739-7160. Westminster Parks and Recreation, (303) 430-2400 ext. 2192 11 �DOW PROPERTY REGULATIONS Except if specifically authorized, these activities are prohibited on all lands, waters, the frozen • surface of waters, rights-of-way, buildings or devices under the DOW's control: 1. To.enter, use or occupy any area when posted against entry, use, or occupancy. 2. To enter, use or occupy an area for commercial pwpose or to conduct land, water, oil, gas or mineral investigations, surveys or explorations. 3: To operate a vehicle (motorized or non-motorized) except on established l'Qads_ or within designated camping or parking areas. Drivers must obey Colorado motor vehicle laws. 4. To drive above posted speed limits or above 25 mph where not posted. 5. To leave a camp, tent, shelter, motor vehicle or trailer unattended for more than 48 hours, or to camp or to park a travel trailer or camper on a state wildlife area more than 14 days in a 45-day period. 6. To establish .a permanent structure or plant vegetation. Only -portable blinds, tree stands and steps may be erected on state wildlife areas. No nails may be driven into trees. Man-made mate- rials llsed for blinds or tree stands must be removed 10 days after the end of the season when they are used. 7. To remove, modify or destroy a building, water control device, fence, gate, sign, survey or section marker, vegetation or object of archaeological, geological or· historical value. 8. To litter, leave fish, fish entrails, human excrement, waste water, containers or toxic substances, to bring household or commercial trash or toxic substances to a Division-controlled- area for disposal or to dump trailer waste in a sanitary facility. 9. To build a fire without ways of preventing it from.spreading or to leave a fire unattended. 10. To allow liv~tock to graze or range. Horses, mules, llamas and burros may be used in wildlife recreational activities. 11. To possess or use fireworks, explosives, poisons, herbicides, pesticides or illegal controlled substances. 12. To permit dogs, cats or other domestic pets to run at large (not on a leash), except dogs used while actively hunting, while training dogs for hunting or d