Ice-Out Trout: Springtime Fishing in Colorado
As lakes and reservoirs lose what little ice they formed this winter, these waters come alive with some of the best trout fishing of the season.
Jerry L. Neal
April 16, 2026
As lakes and reservoirs lose what little ice they formed this winter, these waters come alive with some of the best trout fishing of the season.
In response to the Parks and Wildlife Commission’s (Commission) direction to initiate rulemaking on a citizen petition related to commercial fur sales, the Division is seeking public input to inform an issue paper (regulatory proposal) that will be presented to the Commission at their July 16-17, 2026 meeting. Public input will be accepted by the Division from April 7, 2026 through May 3, 2026.
By dedicating his time to sharing hunting tips online or teaching safety in the classroom, Isaias is ensuring that every family, regardless of their background, has the same access to our beautiful Colorado outdoors and that our sporting traditions are even more inclusive.
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After more than a decade of work, Mark Sandersen has developed a deep understanding of northern Colorado’s lakes and streams as an aquatic biologist with Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Site assessments provide producers with opportunities to inform CPW and partner organizations about their operations and concerns regarding wolf presence.