• Colorado River Fishing Forecast: Mild Weather, Ideal Conditions, and Productive Techniques

  • Nov 23 2024
  • Length: 2 mins
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Colorado River Fishing Forecast: Mild Weather, Ideal Conditions, and Productive Techniques

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  • For those planning to fish the Colorado River in Colorado today, here’s what you need to know:

    ### Weather and Time
    Sunrise is at about 6:30 AM, and sunset will be around 4:30 PM. The weather is expected to be mild with clear skies and moderate daytime temperatures, making it an ideal day for fishing.

    ### Water Conditions
    The river flow is currently at 1450 CFS below Glenwood Springs, with clear water conditions[1][3][4].

    ### Fish Activity
    Fishing tends to start slow and heat up as the day continues. Yesterday saw good activity, particularly for brown trout as they are in their pre-spawn phase. Anglers reported catching quality browns, with some fish putting up quite a fight.

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For the morning, use your small-fly box with patterns like Yellow Humpy 14-18, Stimulator 12-18, and Irresistible Adams 18-24. As the day warms up, switch to heavy nymphs and streamers. Effective nymphs include Cat Poop Stonefly Nymph 6-12, Stott's Raisinette 20, and Tungsten Redemption 16-18. Streamers like Double Dirty Hippy, Dali Lama, and Autumn Splendor are also productive[1][3][4].

    ### Hot Spots
    - **Confluence with the Roaring Fork**: A popular spot for wade-fishers, offering a mix of riffles and undercut banks.
    - **Dino Boat ramp**: Both above and below the ramp are good spots, especially for those using drift boats.
    - **Upstream of South Canyon rapid**: Known for its challenging but rewarding fishing[1].

    ### Additional Tips
    Fish are likely holding deep where they can find cover in the low and clear water. Be cautious of the fall spawning closures, particularly around Grizzly Creek, No Name Creek, Canyon Creek, and Elk Creek, which are closed until December 1st to protect the ecosystem[1].

    Overall, it's shaping up to be a great day on the Colorado River, with plenty of fish to target and favorable conditions. Just remember to respect the local fishing regulations and the environment. Happy fishing
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