Best fishing near Empire
42 fishing spots · 42 ranked · updated 2026-07-25 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Empire, Colorado — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 42 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
B⛰
#1
Bill Moore Lake
Fair
4.8 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Chance T-storms · 57°F · 21 mph wind
Bill Moore Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Clear Creek County, Colorado, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brook trout, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
C⛰
#2
Clayton Lake - JPWA
Fair
10.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Sunny then Chance T-storms · 68°F · 18 mph wind
Clayton Lake JPWA fishing area is located in Colorado, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby activities include…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
C⛰
#3
Central City Park Pond
Fair
13.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Sunny then Chance T-storms · 81°F · 16 mph wind
Central City Park Pond is a popular fishing spot in Colorado. It is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and channel catfish. The park also offers picnic areas, playgrounds…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
C⛰
#4
Cone Lake
Fair
2.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Chance T-storms · 57°F · 21 mph wind
Cone Lake is a beautiful fishing destination located in Colorado, USA. This lake is known for its abundance of fish species, including rainbow trout, brook trout, and cutthroat…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
E⛰
#5
Ethel Lake
Fair
4.1 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Chance T-storms · 57°F · 21 mph wind
Ethel Lake is a small, shallow lake located in the Arapaho National Recreation Area in Colorado, USA. The lake is known for its abundant fish species, including rainbow trout…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
H⛰
#6
Hassell Lake
Good
4.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 45°F · 8 mph wind
Hassell Lake in Colorado is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is home to various fish species like rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout. Nearby activities…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
B⛰
#7
Byron Lake
Fair
4.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Chance T-storms · 57°F · 21 mph wind
Byron Lake in Colorado offers fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and brook trout. The area also offers hiking, camping, and bird watching activities. To…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
G⛰
#8
Georgetown Lake
Good
5.5 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Georgetown Lake in Colorado offers excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, and arctic char. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
S⛰
#9
Sherwin Lake
Good
5.8 mi away
· Water 47°F · a touch cool· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 48°F · 7 mph wind
Sherwin Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Colorado, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout, making it a great destination for…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
S⛰
#10
Slater Lake
Good
5.9 mi away
· Water 47°F · a touch cool· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 48°F · 7 mph wind
Slater Lake is a small reservoir located in northwest Colorado, known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and also features brown trout…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
M⛰
#11
Murray Lake
Good
11.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 44°F · 16 mph wind
Murray Lake is a popular destination for anglers in Colorado. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout, making it a great spot for fishing. Nearby…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
S⛰
#12
Shelf Lake
Good
11.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 48°F · 6 mph wind
Shelf Lake is a high-altitude fishing destination located in Colorado's Arapaho National Forest. It is known for its abundance of cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
S⛰
#13
Summit Lake
Good
13.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 44°F · 16 mph wind
Summit Lake Fishing Area is a picturesque spot located in the heart of the Rockies in Colorado, USA. The lake is known for its abundance of brook trout, rainbow trout, and…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
B⛰
#14
Betty Lake - IPWA
Fair
14.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Thunderstorms — get off the water
Betty Lake IPWA is a popular fishing destination in Colorado, boasting a variety of fish species such as Rainbow trout, Brook trout, and Cutthroat trout. The area also offers…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
L⛰
#15
Lincoln Lake
Good
14.1 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 44°F · 16 mph wind
Lincoln Lake is a popular fishing spot in Colorado that is known for its variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and brook trout. Nearby activities…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
Fishing near Empire
The Empire area has 46 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Empire
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.