When choosing fly selections, pay close attention to color, size, shape and behavior of the natural insects and other critters that fish are feeding on.
Learning to fly fish does not have to be intimidating, difficult or expensive. There are lots of opportunites for classes with Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), local fly shops and fly-fishing organizations around Colorado.
The broodstocks at Zimmerman Lake and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery represent the backbone of efforts to recover the Greenback Cutthroat Trout.
At CPW’s call center, we receive a diverse group of questions about fishing in Colorado and how one can be part of this great angler’s state.
Self-sustaining populations of wild northern pike are found in many of Colorado’s mountain reservoirs.
After nearly two-years, CPW hatchery staff in Durango have spawned a new lineage of Colorado River cutthroat trout that were rescued during the 416 fire.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Aquatics section is working hard to protect fishing opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This is a rapidly evolving situation, so please review the resources with some regularity to be sure you are aware of the most current guidance available.
After more than 20 years of study, frustration, experimentation and dogged persistence by CPW’s aquatic researchers, the tide has turned in the fight against Whirling-disease.
This year’s Colorado fishing guide features interesting and informative articles geared toward helping you make the most of your time on the water.
The Lake Fork generally wakes from its winter hibernation sometime in early April and an early season excursion rarely disappoints.
Colorado Outdoors, Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s magazine, features a wealth of information for hunters, anglers and outdoors enthusiasts.
