Best fishing near Gilcrest
12 fishing spots · 12 ranked · updated 2026-07-25 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Gilcrest, 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 12 of 12 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
M⛰
#1
Mead Ponds
Fair
13.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Mostly Clear · 63°F · 7 mph wind
The Mead Ponds Fishing Area is located in Fort Collins, Colorado and is a popular spot for anglers who enjoy fly fishing. The area is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and…
Why 88: species variety
88Elite
A⛰
#2
Allen Park Lake
Fair
9.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Sunny · 95°F · 21 mph wind
Allen Park Lake is a great fishing destination in Colorado, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, splake, tiger trout, and kokanee…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
J⛰
#3
Johnstown Reservoir
Good
10.2 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Mostly Clear · 63°F · 7 mph wind
The Johnstown Reservoir is a popular fishing spot in Colorado, USA. It is home to various fish species, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, walleye, and catfish. The…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
P⛰
#4
Poudre Ponds
Good
11.5 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Sunny · 95°F · 21 mph wind
The Poudre Ponds fishing area in Colorado is a popular spot for anglers looking to catch a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, rainbow trout, bluegill, and…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
B⛰
#5
Big Thompson Ponds
Good
13.7 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Mostly Clear · 63°F · 7 mph wind
The Big Thompson Ponds Fishing Area is located in Loveland, Colorado, and is a popular destination for anglers. The ponds are stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and channel…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
S⛰
#6
St. Vrain State Park (Barbour Ponds)
Fair
13.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Mostly Clear · 63°F · 7 mph wind
St. Vrain State Park Barbour Ponds Fishing Area is a popular fishing destination in Colorado, USA. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish species including largemouth bass…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
M⛰
#7
Milavec Reservoir
Fair
14.2 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Air quality / smoke advisory· Blown out · high & rising
Milavec Reservoir is located in Colorado and is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and channel catfish, making it an…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
S⛰
#8
Simpson Ponds SWA
Good
14.9 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Mostly Clear · 63°F · 7 mph wind
Simpson Ponds SWA fishing area in Colorado is a popular spot for anglers due to the variety of fish species found in its waters, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
C⛰
#9
Cache la Poudre Reservoir Inlet
Good
13.5 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Sunny · 95°F · 21 mph wind
The Cache la Poudre Reservoir Inlet fishing area is located in Colorado, USA. It offers great fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
E⛰
#10
Eastman Park
Fair
14.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Mostly Clear · 62°F · 8 mph wind
Eastman Park Fishing Area is located in Windsor, Colorado, and offers fishing opportunities for various species including trout, bass, catfish, and sunfish. Nearby activities…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
P⛰
#11
Promontory Point Park Ponds
Fair
9.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Sunny · 95°F · 21 mph wind
Promontory Point Park Ponds in Colorado is a great fishing spot for anglers looking to catch trout, bass, and bluegill. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, biking, and picnicking in…
Why 38: species variety
38Rated
E⛰
#12
Ehrlich Lake
Fair
4.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Air quality / smoke advisory· Sunny · 95°F · 21 mph wind
Ehrlich Lake is located in northwest Colorado and is known for its excellent trout fishing. The lake is stocked with rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout, making it a popular spot…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
Fishing near Gilcrest
The Gilcrest area has 12 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 Gilcrest
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.