Arkansas River - Near Leadville
View Current Trend Current Flow: 986 cfs
The Arkansas River below Leadville is one of the most heavily fished and popular sections. This
section of the river, which is approximately 75 miles long, has beautiful pocket water, pools,
riffles and runs holding an excellent population of browns and a good population of rainbows.
The river averages from 70-100 feet wide in most areas with boulders, bends and deep seams
creating superb habitat for the trout that reside here.
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Distance - 117 miles - 2 Hours 17 Minutes
Arkansas River - Granite
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1111 cfs
This section became more popular with the Division of Wildlife purchase of Hayden Ranch. This
property was held privately since the homesteading days
but has been opened up to public fishing in recent years.
The river here, above the confluence with Lake Creek and
its augmented flow of trans-mountain water, is a small
volume meadow stream. It has a primarily cobbled bottom
with overhanging grassy banks – home to some big browns
and challenging fishing. The clear, slow, shallower water
hosts fish that are more wary of people and do not respond
well to pressure.
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Arkansas River - Salida
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1221 cfs
This section of the Arkansas River provides Gold Medal fly
fishing for Brown and Rainbow trout. With 60 miles of
river frontage on either side of Salida, you can always find
your own spot to cast your line. Best fished before May
10th and the famous "Mother's Day" hatch or after run-off
ends sometime in early July. August 15th is also the date
augmented flows for the rafting business end and the river
returns to a lower flow.
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Distance - 98.1 miles - 1 Hour 54 minutes
Arkansas River - Wellsville
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1285 cfs
Arkansas River near Wellsville (details coming soon)
Arkansas River - Canyon City
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1370 cfs
The river through Canon City has been greatly enhanced recently with the addition of rock
structures to provide better trout habitat. A pleasant hike
and bike trail parallels the river from the 4th St. Bridge
downstream for several miles. This can provide a nice
option for a low commitment day of fishing. If you grow
weary of chucking bugs you can pop into a restaurant for a
meal. The usual Arkansas diet of stones and baetis nymphs
should serve you well here. Hike in access to the river can
be found just west of town for the more adventurous
fisherman.
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Distance - 49.9 miles - 59 Minutes
Arkansas River - Pueblo
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1419 cfs
The Arkansas River below Pueblo Reservoir is an amazing winter tailwater fishery. Even though
it is a tailwater, flows below the dam can get dangerously high during spring runoff, so be
careful wading. This stretch of river is known for being a grittier urban fly fishing destination.
There is a public restroom at the parking area near Valco Ponds and the city of Pueblo is only a
ten-minute drive away, with its full complement of restaurants and stores. You'll need to
purchase a parks pass in order to use the Valco Ponds parking lot.
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Directions - 61.8 miles - 1 Hour 43 Minutes
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From Anglers Covey: take I-25 south to Pueblo
Get off on the highway 50 exit and go right
Take highway 50 to Pueblo Blvd. and turn left
Turn right on Thatcher and take Thatcher to Valco Ponds.
South Platte - Middle Fork - Tomahawk
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1510 cfs
Tomahawk is the middle fork of the South Platte River. This stretch of the river is a great place
to find solitude from the crowds. Summer and fall are a
great time of the year to throw big hoppers to eager brown
trout. In the summer, bring insect repellent because the
mosquitos can get bad. In the fall, bring heavy leaders
because large browns come out of their typical hiding
spaces and up river from Spinney to spawn.
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Distance - 70.5 miles - 1 Hour 19 Minutes
1. Head West on US-24, go 63.2 miles
Turn right on Co-9, go 7.2 miles
South Platte - South Fork - Below Antero
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1604 cfs
South Fork of the South Platte River below Antero Reservoir is a work in progress. Stream
improvements were added in 2000 but the drought left this
area with little water. Recently the DOW has been stocking
this area.
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Directions - 100 miles - 2 Hours
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24
W/Cimarron St, go 66.5 miles
2. Turn right at Co Rd 80, go 0.5 miles
3. Parking on the left
The South Platte River above Spinney Reservoir is flies and lures only. There is limited access to
restrooms and campgrounds. A habitat stamp is required to fish this area. Fishing is best in the
spring before runoff and in the fall starting around September and lasting through October. There
are resident fish in the summer that will take a hopper fished tight to the bank under the right
conditions. Parking is found along County Rd. 592 above Spinney Res. Flies to have are egg
patterns, San Juan Worms, RS-2's, Prince Nymphs, Elk Hair Caddis, Parachute and Streambank
Hoppers.
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Distance - 58.9 Miles - 1 Hour 14 Minutes
South Platte - Below Spinney Reservoir
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1730 cfs
The South Platte River below Spinney Reservoir is known to most local anglers as the "Dream
Stream". This tailwater doesn't have many holds over fish and is subject to high wind speeds and
inclement weather. The spring and fall have been the Dream Stream's saving grace because of
the spawns. Large rainbows and cutthroat trout move into the river in the spring, and Large
browns and kokanee salmon move in in the fall. There is no camping available next to the river,
however there are several great campgrounds downstream along Elevenmile Reservoir. There is
a $7 parks pass fee to park in the last lot below Spinney.
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Distance - 57.9 miles - 1 Hour 16 Minutes
South Platte River - Elevenmile Canyon
View Current Trend Current Flow: 1901 cfs
Elevenmile Canyon is our local gem. Any seasoned angler will agree that the South Platte River
in Elevenmile Canyon is the place to go for unparalleled beauty. Elevenmile Canyon is also the
place to go if you just want to catch a fish. Per mile this stretch of river seems to consistently
hold more fish than any other river within an hour's drive from Colorado Springs. It is the place
to go where you stand the best chance to get into one of the various beautiful species of trout that
call the South Platte River home.
If you needing some extra help, Angler's Covey is the only full service fly shop with a permit to
guide in Elevenmile Canyon and our Orvis Endorsed Professional Guide would be happy to set
up a trip for you.
Elevenmile Canyon is also a great winter fishing
destination because it is a tailwater. A tailwater fishery is
where a river comes out below a dam consequently during
the winter months that means the water temps are just
slightly warm enough to stay relatively free of ice all year.
If you can find a spot in the upper stretch of the canyon
where the sun hits the water you can find feeding fish. This time of year can be the most
productive for solitude seeking anglers who aren't afraid of using light tippets and very small
flies.
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Directions - 37.4 miles - 46 Minutes
1. Head west on US-24 W/Cimarron St/Midland Expy toward S 21st St go 36.3 miles.
2. Turn left in Lake George on Co Rd 96, go 1.1 mile, follow river into canyon
South Platte River - Cheesman Canyon
View Current Trend Current Flow: 2024 cfs
Cheesman Canyon is one of the most technical and
rewarding tailwater fisheries in Colorado. A half hour hike
from Gill trailhead through some hilly terrain gets you to
the base of the canyon where the trail splits into a high road
and low road. This stretch of the river is catch and release
only and is known for holding large rainbows. Almost the
entire length of the river that runs through this gorgeous
boulder filled canyon is loaded with deep pocket water and
fast runs that provide different challenges depending on
where the fish are located. Most of the time the fish are hangin close to undercut boulders and
other structure.
Before going to Cheesman, load your box with: Cheesman
Emergers, Amy's Ants, hoppers, Murphy's Bubbleback
Midge, Kleis' Mojo Midge, Dorsey's Top Secret and
Medallion Midges, San Juan Worms, Apricot Eggs, Tan
Scuds, Sparkle Wing RS-2's, Bwo Barr's Emergers, Copper
Johns.
This is an area we specialize in, so give us a shot if you
have any question or if you interested in allowing on of our
Orvis Endorsed Guides show you how best to conquer
Cheesman.
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Directions - 42.8 miles - 55 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 16.7 miles
Turn right at CO-67 towards Deckers, go 23.1 miles
Slight left at the town of Deckers and CoRd 126, go 3.0 miles
Parking area is on the left
South Platte River – Deckers
View Current Trend Current Flow: 2173 cfs
The South Platte River at Deckers was devastated by debris
in 2002 from Colorado's largest fire in its recorded history
followed by two huge floods. Since then Deckers has been
making great progress toward recovery and the debris left
over from the fire and floods is being used by caddis for
making their cases. The caddis have taken over the river the
last few springs. Caddis hatches that rival the famed
Arkansas River's mother's day hatch have happened in
Deckers the last four years and it's showing no sign of
slowing down.
When the fish aren't coming up to caddis, a tandem nymph
rig with typical fare can still be deadly. The summer
months can be a lot of fun for anglers that are into throwing
streamers and big dry flies. Elk hair caddis, Amy's Ants,
stimulators, and foam hoppers such as the streambank hopper are great dry flies to have. Good
nymph patterns to carry are: Mercury Pheasant Tails, South Platte Brassies, San Juan Worms,
Pat's Rubber Leg Stonefly, RS-2's, Murphy's Bubbleback Midge, Kleis' Mojo Midge, Cheesman
Emergers, Buckskins, Top Secret Midges, Medallion Midges, and Black Beauties.
Deckers is also a great winter fishing destination because it
is a tailwater. A tailwater fishery is where a river comes out
below a dam, consequently during the winter months that
means the water temps are just slightly warm enough to
stay relatively free of ice all year. Sections where the sun
hits the water is where you can find feeding fish. This time
of year can be the most productive for solitude-seeking
anglers who aren't afraid of using light tippets and very
small flies.
This is an area we specialize in, so give us a shot if you
have any question or if you're interested in allowing one of
our Orvis Endorsed Guides show you how best to fish the Deckers area.
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Directions - 40 miles - 49 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 16.7 miles
2. Turn right at CO-67 towards Deckers, go 23.1 miles
Small Streams Near Pikes Peak – NEW Section
Badger Creek - Below Ute Trail
Badger Creek flows year-round through a mountain valley. It is wide, deep, and the area is
substantially forested. It is also one of the few primarily spring-fed streams in the region. This
allows for year-round fishing. It is very susceptible to spring run-off and quickly muddies after
heavy rain storms. Extensive meadows, interspersed with patches of forest, cover the valley's
upland shoulders in many places.
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Directions (approx 3 hour drive, 1/2 on dirt roads)
1. From Angler's Covey take US-24 West, about 30 mins, go 25.1 miles
2. Turn left at Twin Rocks Rd, go 5.8 miles
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Turn left at Co Rd 1/Teller County Rd 1, go 5.9 miles
Turn right at County Rd 11, go 4.1 miles
Turn left at County Rd 11/High Park Rd, go 18.5 miles
Turn right at CO-9 N, go 2.2 miles
Turn left at Co Rd 2, Tallahassee Road, go 5.2 miles
Turn right to stay on Co Rd 2, go 17.7 miles
Turn right to stay on Co Rd 2, go 2.2 miles
Trailhead and parking is on the left marked with buried timber posts.
Badger Creek - Lower - Co Rd 12
Badger Creek flows year-round through a mountain valley. It is wide, deep, and the area is
substantially forested. It is also one of the few primarily spring-fed streams in the region. This
lower section is accessed by a rough four-wheel drive road. Let me repeat, this is a challenging
road and high-clearance vehicles are required. This section is also best after run-off has finished,
early June, and through the fall. Heavy rain can impact this area. Because of the remoteness you
will likely never see another angler here.
Directions (approx 3 hour drive, 1/2 on dirt roads)
1. From Angler's Covey take US-24 West, about 30 mins, go 25.1 miles
2. Turn left at Twin Rocks Rd, go 5.8 miles
3. Turn left at Co Rd 1/Teller County Rd 1, go 5.9 miles
4. Turn right at County Rd 11, go 4.1 miles
5. Turn left at County Rd 11/High Park Rd, go 18.5 miles
6. Turn right at CO-9 N, go 2.2 miles
7. Turn left at Co Rd 2, Tallahassee Road, go 5.2 miles
8. Turn right to stay on Co Rd 2, go 16.3 miles
9. Turn left at Co Rd 12, it becomes Co Rd 11, go 3.2 miles
10. When Co Rd 11 comes over a pass and open into a big field, you will see a sign stating
"Lower Badger Creek Access". Don't turn right at the sign, but take the next 4x4 road on
right approximately 100 yards past sign.
11. Drive as far as you vehicle will take you and then hike the rest, 3.3 miles. Be aware of
private property.
Beaver Creek - Near Penrose
Beaver Creek's headwaters begin at the top of Pikes Peak. The creek cuts its way down to the
Arkansas River with most of its water pumped into Brush Hollow Reservoir. The lower access to
the canyon is through Penrose. Temperatures in the summer often excited 100 degrees. The
lower canyon is carved through red rock and wading the stream is often the only access.
The trout are mostly Cutthroats with a few Brown Trout. Some good patterns are Hoppers and
Caddis.
Beaver Creek - Below Skaguay Reservoir
Beaver Creek is a sizable stream year-round. Its headwaters
reach to the top of Pikes Peak. The section below Skaguay
Reservoir is a long, gentle meadow that runs almost 3 miles
before it drops into an untamed, un-trailed, harsh canyon.
Few venture into this region. The meadow section does
receive more adventurers because of its beauty, easy
access, and fishing opportunities. This is a great place to
take beginner flyfishers with runs, pools, and an ample
supply of Cutthroat Trout.
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Directions - 50.1 mi - about 1 hour 24 mins
1. Starting from Angler's Covey head west on US-24
W/Cimarron St, go 23.5 miles
2. Turn left at CO-67 towards Cripple Creek/ Victor,
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go 13.4 miles
Slight left at Co Rd 81/Lazy S Ranch Rd toward Victor, go 6.8 miles
Turn left at CO-67 S/Phantom Canyon Rd, go 0.8 miles
Turn left onto Co Rd 861/Skagway Rd, go 4.7 miles
Arrive at Skaguay Reservoir, park on south side. Trailhead next to the dam
Chalk Creek
Chalk Creek is a river flowing east from the Collegiate Peaks mountain range in Chaffee County,
Colorado. Mt. Antero borders the southern side of the river, while Mt.Princeton borders the
northern side. The headwaters of the river are located at the boundary of the Continental Divide.
The river empties into the Arkansas River at the town of Nathrop, Colorado.
The river is named after the magnificent white kaolinite cliffs that stand at the entrance to the
Chalk Creek valley and are a result of hot springs deposits. These white cliffs are visible for
miles in all directions and stand in stark contrast to the otherwise wooded surrounding
mountains. Stands of aspen trees and evergreens of various species surround the river for its
entire length.
The river is surrounded by a mix of privately owned and US forest service land. Campgrounds
and public trails, including the Colorado Trail, are located along the length of the river. Several
hot springs emerge in this valley.
Chalk Creek is home to several species of fish, including the Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout,
Brown Trout and the Rainbow Trout. There is public access throughout the canyon, but fewer
anglers can be found above St. Elmo.
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Directions - 110 miles - 2.5 Hours
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US
24 W/Cimarron St, go 74.8 miles
2. Turn left at US-24 W/US-285 S go 13.6
miles
3. Turn left at US-285 S in Johnson
Village, go 5.6
4. Turn right at Nathrop on Chalk Creek
Dr/Co Rd 162, go 5.8 miles to reach the month
on the canyon.
5. St Elmo is 10 miles upstream
Clear Creek
Clear Creek is another one of the high mountain creeks that is full of small Brook Trout. The
brookies are very willing to take most dry flies when presented with stealth. Counting the North
Fork, there are over 15 miles of creek to fish. The road above Winfield is rougher, making access
a bit more difficult.
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Directions - 180 miles - 2 Hours 33 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 74.9 miles
Turn left at US-24 W/US-285 S go 13.6 miles
Turn right at US-285 S in Johnson Village, go 17.4
Turn left at Co Rd 390, drive pass Clear Creek Reservoir and pass private property just
above the reservoir
Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek has three branches before it arrives in the town of Buena Vista. Middle
Cottonwood Creek is accessed above Rainbow Lake (private) to the top of Cottonwood Pass.
South Cottonwood Creek contains Cottonwood Lake, a very popular campground. Fishing is best
beyond the campground. North Cottonwood Creek is the trailhead for Mount Harvard and
contains a nice lake for fly fishing called Anglemeyer Lake which is a two-mile hike from the
trailhead.
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Directions - 93.3 miles - 1 Hour 51 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 74.8 miles
Turn left at US-24 W/US-285 S go 13.6 miles
Turn right at US-285 S in Johnson Village, go 2.5 miles
Turn right at Co Rd 306/ W Main St Buena Vista and head to location.
Fountain Creek - Manitou Springs
Fountain Creek is truly our local water; a small section is directly behind Angler's Covey. Over
the past couple of years Manitou Springs has completed several stream habitat enhancement
plans. These include Soda Springs, Shryver, Memorial and Mansions Park. If you need a quick
break from the office any of these can produce results.
Directions - 3 miles - 6 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 2.5 miles
2. Exit onto US-24 Business W / Manitou Avenue
3. The four parks and stream are just off Manitou Ave
Fourmile Creek - Dome Rock
Fourmile Creek in the Dome Rock SWA is best fished in the lower part of the canyon.
Unfortunately the canyon is closed about two miles down at the Jackrabbit Lodge (just some
foundation rocks and fireplace remain) from December first through July 15th. Beyond this point
is off limits during the lambing season of the Bighorn Sheep. There are several beaver ponds in
this area and it is a great place to go during the fall with the aspen changing colors.
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Directions - 30.9 miles - 43 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 23.5 miles
Turn left at CO-67 S towards Cripple Creek, go 5.4 miles
Slight Turn right at 4 Mile Rd / Co Rd 61, go 2 miles
Trailhead is on the right
Fourmile Creek
Fourmile Creek in the Booger Red Hill area is a great place to escape the crowds. It has a mixed
population of Rainbows and Browns averaging 4-10 inches in length. A high-clearance vehicle is
required to drive the two-mile road. Then look for a fence on the right and park close to it. There
is a trail that follows the fence south. Be advised that upstream is private property and clearly
marked with a fence. Also make note that farther down the canyon there is an area named
Rattlesnake Gulch. Caution: it is aptly named.
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Directions - 100 miles - 2 Hours
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/ Cimarron St, go 25.1 miles
Turn left at Twin Rocks Rd, go 5.8 miles
Turn left at Co Rd 1 / Teller Country Rd 1, go 5.9 miles
Turn right at County Rd 11, go 4.1 miles
Turn left on County Rd 11 / High Park Rd, go 1.6 miles
At the top of hill, turn right onto a forest access road with a brown gate, go approximately
2 miles, park close to fence on right
Fourmile Creek - High Creek
Fourmile Creek below the Booger Red Hill area is accessed from High Creek. The section of
Fourmile Creek below High Creek is private. Above High Creek is the lower access in the
Booger Red area and it is a rare day to find anyone down there. It has a mixed population of
Rainbows and Browns averaging 4-10 inches in length. The trail is in development and NOT
clearly marked. It is recommended to use a very good map and GPS. Only recommended for the
adventurous.
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Directions - 44.7 miles - 1 Hours 5 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/ Cimarron St, go 25.1 miles
Turn left at Twin Rocks Rd, go 5.8 miles
Turn left at Co Rd 1 / Teller Country Rd 1, go 5.9 miles
Turn right at County Rd 11, go 4.1 miles
Turn left on County Rd 11 / High Park Rd, go 3.9 miles
The road makes a 90 degree turn from south to west. Access road is on the left.
Fourmile Creek - Shelf Road
Fourmile Creek along Shelf Road is somewhat limiting before it hits the Arkansas River in
Canon City. Most of the property along this lower section is privately owned, but there are a few
sections of state and BLM land that is accessible, each about a mile of access. Because of the
lower elevation this area can be a great place to go in early spring or late fall.
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Directions - 50.4 miles - 1 Hour 26 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 23.5 miles
Turn left at CO-67 S, go 18.4 miles to the town of Cripple Creek
Slight right at Bennett Ave, go .3 miles
Take the 3rd left onto CO-67 S, go .3 miles
Turn right at Xenia St / Co Rd 88, go 7.8 miles down the canyon till you hit Fourmile
Creek.
Goose Creek
Goose Creek is a popular access for the Lost Creek Wilderness area, a haven for backpackers.
Lost Creek begins just south of Kenosha Pass and wanders its way into some large boulder fields
in which it becomes "lost". When it emerges it becomes Goose Creek. Although the trail is busy,
the stream is often left alone.
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Directions - 57.1 miles - 1 Hour 44 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 37.4 miles
2. Turn right at Co Rd 77 towards Tarryall, go 7 miles
3. Turn left at Goose Creek Trailhead Rd, go 1.2 miles
Grape Creek - Temple Canyon Park
Grape Creek is a major stream that drains the majority of the Wet Mountain Valley in south
central Colorado. Water flow through the area is controlled upstream by DeWeese Reservoir.
The Colorado Division of Wildlife and BLM are working with the irrigation company to provide
managed flows that will enhance Grape Creek's fishery. The reservoir controls the creek's flow
and maintains a steady volume most of the year. This lower elevation area is best fished in the
spring, early summer and fall seasons.
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Directions - 58 miles - 1 Hour 28 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head east to I-25, go 1.4 miles
2. Take I-25 S, go 5.6 miles
3. Turn right on S Academy Blvd, go 1.8 miles
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Turn left on CO-115 S, go 29.6 miles to Penrose
Turn right on US-50 W towards Canyon City, go 11.7 miles
Turn Left at S 1st St, go 1.1 miles
Turn right at Co Rd 3 / Temple Canyon Rd, go 6.5 miles
Grape Creek - Bear Gulch
Grape Creek is a major stream that drains the majority of the Wet Mountain Valley in south
central Colorado. Bear Gulch one of a few access areas to this creek. Water flow through the
area is controlled upstream by DeWeese Reservoir. The Colorado Division of Wildlife and BLM
are working with the irrigation company to provide managed flows that will enhance Grape
Creek's fishery. The reservoir controls the creek's flow and maintains a steady volume most of
the year. This lower elevation area is best fished in the spring, early summer and fall seasons.
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Directions - 58 miles - 1 Hour 28 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head east to I-25, go 1.4 miles
2. Take I-25 S, go 5.6 miles
3. Turn right on S Academy Blvd, go 1.8 miles
4. Turn left on CO-115 S, go 29.6 miles to Penrose
5. Turn right on US-50 W towards Canyon City, go 11
miles
6. Turn Left at S 9th St, go 102 ft
7. Turn first right onto Elm Ave, go .3 miles
8. Take first left onto Co Rd 143 / Oar Creek Grade Rd, go 13.
Jefferson Creek – Rocky Mtn Natl Park
Jefferson Creek is a popular area because of the nearby Jefferson Lake and the Colorado Trail,
but few actually fish this stream. There is access along the road and you can also hike and get
away from the lake and campground.
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Directions - 102 miles - 2 Hours 7 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 63.2 miles
Turn right at CO-9 towards Fairplay, go 16.1 miles
Turn right at CO-9 N / US 285, go 17 miles
Turn left at Co Rd 35 / Michigan Creek Rd, go 2.0 miles
Turn right Co Rd 37 / Jefferson Lake Rd, go 3.7 miles
South Platte River Middle Fork - Alma SWA
Middle Fork of the South Platte River finds its headwaters above Hoosier Pass. Water is diverted
from the Breakenridge area and passed through a tunnel under Hoosier Pass into Montgomery
Reservoir. This augments the flow particularly in the early summer.
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Directions - 88.9 miles - 1 Hour 42 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 63.2 miles
Turn right at CO-9 N towards Fairplay, go 16.1 miles
Turn right at US-285 N, go 1.0 mile
Turn left at CO-9 N/ Main Street, Fairplay and through Alma, 8.1 miles
Watch your speed, this area is famous for speed tickets.
Turn left at Co Rd 4, Park along stream in desinated areas.
South Platte - South Fork - Weston Pass
View Current Trend Current Flow: 12972 cfs
Weston Pass is the headwaters of the South Fork of the South Platte River. Named after the scenic break in the
Mosquito Range, Weston Pass is an often-bypassed area adjacent to an often-bypassed Buffalo Peaks
Wilderness area. It is a small stream and beaver pond delight with plenty of small brookies ready to take your
dry fly. From the campground you have access to both the South Fork of the South Platte River and then just
over a low ridge to the south is Rich Creek.
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Directions - 94.1 miles - 2 Hours
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 63.2 miles
Turn right after Hartsel on CO 9 N, go 16.1 miles
Turn left at US-285 S, go 3.7 miles
Turn right at Co Rd, go 7.0 miles
Turn right at Co Rd 22, go 7.9 miles
Tarryall Creek - Lower Allen Creek Ranch
Tarryall Creek - Lower Allen Creek Ranch is a private area
that can be yours for the day for a small rod fee. This area
is close to Colorado Springs and allows you the chance to
fish privately. Follow the link below for more details.
Lower Allen Ranch
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Directions - 57.6 miles - 1 Hour 18 minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 37.4 miles
2. Turn right just after Lake George at Co Rd77 / Tarryall Rd, 20.1 miles
3. Turn left at US-285 S in Johnson Village, go 5.6
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Tarryall Creek - Notch Ranch Near Como
Tarryall Creek - Notch Ranch is a private area that can be
yours for the day for a small rod fee. This area is close to
Colorado Springs and allows you the chance to fish
privately. Follow the link below for more details.
Notch Ranch
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Directions - 91.5 miles - 1 Hour 42 minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 63.2 miles
2. Turn right CO-9 towards Fairplay, go 16.1 miles
3. Turn right at CO-9, US 295, go 12.1 miles
Tarryall Creek - L&C Ranch
Tarryall Creek - L&C Ranch is a private area that can be
yours for the day for a small rod fee. This area is close to
Colorado Springs and allows you the chance to fish
privately. Follow the link below for more details.
Tarryall L&C Ranch
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Directions - 57.6 miles - 1 Hour 18 minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 37.4 miles
2. Turn right just after Lake George at Co Rd77 / Tarryall Rd, 20.1 miles
3. Turn left at US-285 S in Johnson Village, go 5.6
Tarryall Creek - Upper Allen Creek Ranch
Tarryall Creek - Upper Allen Creek Ranch is a private area
that can be yours for the day for a small rod fee. This area
is close to Colorado Springs and allows you the chance to
fish a section of water that will be just yours for the day.
Follow the link below for more details.
Upper Allen Ranch
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Directions - 57.6 miles - 1 Hour 18 minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 37.4 miles
2. Turn right just after Lake George at Co Rd77 / Tarryall Rd, 20.1 miles
3. Turn left at US-285 S in Johnson Village, go 5.6
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Tarryall Creek - Ute Creek Ranch
Tarryall Creek - Ute Creek Ranch is a private area that can
be yours for the day for a small rod fee. This area is close
to Colorado Springs and allows you the chance to fish
privately. Follow the link below for more details.
Ute Creek Ranch
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Directions - 57.6 miles - 1 Hour 18 minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 37.4 miles
2. Turn right just after Lake George at Co Rd77 / Tarryall Rd, 20.1 miles
3. Turn left at US-285 S in Johnson Village, go 5.6
Tarryall Creek below Tarryall Reservoir
Tarryall Creek is mostly private ranches, but there are a few spots where the public can access
the creek. One spot that anglers can fish is the tailwaters below the dam and diversion. There are
some nice pools and good shore fishing. Public land exists for about 1/4 mile from the dam
downstream.
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Directions - 62.2 miles - 1 Hour 25 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 37.4 miles
2. Turn right at Co Rd 77 / Tarryall Rd, go 24 miles
Trout Creek
Trout Creek runs parallel to Highway 67 north of Woodland Park. This area is easy to access and
very close to home. Most anglers drive past this area to go to the Deckers area of the South Platte
River. Much of the stream is grown over with willows making it difficult at times to access the
stream, but still worth the effort.
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Directions - 24.4 miles - 30 Minutes
1. From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 16.7 miles
2. Turn right atCO-67 N towards Deckers, go 7.5 miles
3. Manitou Park Lake Picnic area is on the right
Wigwam Creek
Wigwam Creek is a small stream with a good supply of Brook Trout. The drive to the trailhead
takes hikers through massive square miles of burned forest that were torched in Colorado's
largest wildfire, the Hayman Fire (2002). In contrast, the Wigwam Trail testifies to what
survived. Lush, green, heavy vegetation and tall evergreen trees are a welcome sight. Off of the
beaten path, the trail is lightly used compared to other trails in the Lost Creek Wilderness area.
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Directions - 50.9 miles - 1 Hour 28 Minutes
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From Angler's Covey head west on US 24 W/Cimarron St, go 16.7 miles
Turn right at CO-67 N towards Deckers, go 23.1 miles
At Deckers, stay left, cross river on Co Rd 126, go 2.7 miles
Turn left at Wigwam Creek Rd toward Cheesman Reservoir, go 2.0 miles
Turn right at Goose Creek Rd, go 1.1 miles
Take the first right onto Stoney Pass Rd NF-560, go 4.0 miles
Turn left on NF-545, go 4 miles to the Wigwam Trailhead