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Catch the Weekly Fishing Reports

Weekly fishing reports have returned for the 2012 season

Urban BassColorado Parks and Wildlife provides weekly statewide fishing reports, which for ease of consumption are separated into multiple sections. The Statewide Conditions section provides conditions by regions and also includes tips for fishing success. The Stocking Report lists bodies of water where catchable trout were recently supplied and the Seasonal Information section provides all of the latest angling news.

You can help enhance this report by submitting your own tips and observations. Anglers wishing to contribute information should submit their information to fish.reporter@state.co.us. The deadline for the weekly fishing report is Mondays at 5 p.m.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has also published fishing forecasts for the Southeast  and Southwest  regions. These reports project the fishing conditions for the 2012 season at many of the lakes, rivers and reservoirs across each region.

Some of Colorado's best fishing takes place in early spring, so get out and drop a line.

Bass and Bluegill

May Fly Fishing in Colorado

Springtime in Colorado brings warm water ponds and reservoirs at lower elevations to life. Fly fishing opportunities for largemouth bass and bluegills are abundant in every corner of the state. Check out the "Fly Fishing Colorado - May" video for advice and tips on some fast action fishing that is packed with fun. 

Annual fishing licenses are now available. Licenses can be purchased at any license agent, CPW office, online or by phone at 1-800-244-5613.  

Fly Fishing Colorado: May - Bass & Bluegill


Fishing Close To HomeCheck out Fishing Close To Home for a guide to fishing Front Range urban and mountain lakes and streams. At-a-glance information on more than 200 places to fish. Includes maps, descriptions of lakes, size, depth and types of fish present.