Colorado Fishing
Creede Fishing Map
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Trout fishing is plentiful in this year round fishing Mecca. Splake, Rainbow, Snake River Cutthroat, and Brook trout can all be found in the creeks, rivers, and reservoirs surrounding Creede. Even though there is year round fishing, the best times have been said to be June through October.
Public Lake Fishing
Continental Reservoir - Motorized boats are allowed on the reservoir. Ice fishing is allowed but you can only access it via snowmobile, snowshoes, or skis in the winter months. Access this reservoir on Forest Service Road 513.
Rio Grande Reservoir - Motorized boats are allowed. Access to the reservoir is on Forest Service Road 520. The boat ramp is at the mid-point on the north side.
Brown Lakes - Two boat ramps allow motorized boats access to the water. Ice fishing is allowed in the winter months. Access the lakes on Forest Service Road 515.
Public River Fishing
Clear Creek - Begin fishing at the base of clear creek falls and continue downstream until the creek intersects with the rio grande river. you can access the creek in a car or rv via Highway 149.
Rio Grande River - The Rio Grand Reservoir feeds into the river. No motorized boats are allowed on this stretch of the river. Fish with artificial flies and lures only. All Rainbow Trout must be returned to the water immediately (catch and release). The river follows Highway 149 and there are various access points along the way.
Other mentionable bodies of water in the area:
- Miners Creek
- Willow Creek
- Squaw Creek
- Trout Lake
- Mid Trout Creek
- Middle Creek
- Bellows Creek
- Deep Creek