Fishing

Fishing in Spanish Peaks Country is a serene escape into untamed beauty. With pristine alpine lakes, meandering rivers, and reflective ponds, this Colorado region offers anglers a diverse canvas. Casting lines into clear waters, they chase elusive trout species, from rainbow to cutthroat, amidst breathtaking vistas. Whether fly fishing along babbling creeks or boating on secluded lakes, the thrill of each bite is heightened by the towering Spanish Peaks in the distance. As the gentle breeze carries whispers of pine, fishing becomes not just a sport but a tranquil communion with nature in the heart of this picturesque landscape.

Bear Lake

Enjoy lake and stream fishing at this developed campground area.

Blue Lake

Blue Lake is four to five miles off the Scenic Highway of Legends. The gravel road to the lake is fairly well-maintained.

Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area

Bosque Del Oso State Wildlife Area offers a cold-water stream for fishing Memorial Day Weekend through the end of Labor Day Weekend.

Lathrop State Park

Fish for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, wipers, bluegill, tiger muskies and northern pike at Lathrop State Park.

Lily Lake

Take the strenuous Lily Lake Trail to the pristine Lily Lake, where you’ll discover a cold-water stream.

Monument Lake

At 100-acre stocked Monument Lake, you’ll find northern pike, catfish, brown trout, green sunfish, rainbow trout, bream/bluegill, perch, and sucker.

Trinidad Lake State Park

The lake at Trinidad Lake State Park is stocked with an impressive 50,000 trout each year.

Wahatoya State Wildlife Area

At 7,100 feet in elevation, anglers catch rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Please note that this is a cold-water lake where only artificial flies and lures are allowed.
Spanish Peaks Day One La Veta
Spanish Peaks Country is an angler’s paradise. Tucked away in Colorado’s embrace, this region boasts an array of fishing opportunities. Crystal-clear streams and lakes teem with trout, offering a rewarding challenge for the fly fisher. Whether casting lines in the shadows of rugged peaks or reflecting on mirrored waters under open skies, the experience is immersive. Brown, rainbow, and cutthroat trout abound, as the soothing sounds of nature create a serene backdrop. Find your rhythm in nature while fishing in Spanish Peaks Country.

Follow us on Instagram for the latest in Spanish Peaks Country adventure, beauty, and events.

Learn More