Best fishing near Leadville
14 fishing spots · 14 ranked · updated 2026-07-25 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Leadville, 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 14 of 14 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Whistler Point
Good
9.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers Likely · 79°F · 10 mph wind
Whistler Point is an excellent fishing spot located in Colorado, USA. The area is home to several fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, and brook…
Why 88: species variety
88Elite
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#2
Abe Lee Fishing Site
Good
4.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 45°F
The Abe Lee Fishing Site is located in Colorado, USA, and is an excellent location for fishing enthusiasts looking for a peaceful and secluded spot. This area is particularly…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
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#3
Deception Point Fishing Site
Good
10.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers Likely · 79°F · 10 mph wind
Deception Point Fishing Site is a popular fishing area located in Colorado, USA. The site is known for its pristine waters and beautiful scenery, making it a must-visit…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
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#4
Camp Hale Pond Fishing Pier
Good
13.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 45°F · 5 mph wind
Camp Hale Pond Fishing Pier is a popular fishing spot in Colorado, USA. The pond is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout, making it a great location for…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
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#5
Crystal Lakes
Fair
2.8 mi away
· Water 49°F · a touch cool· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Crystal Lakes fishing area is located in Colorado, USA and is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The lakes are home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#6
Moache Fishing Site
Good
10.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers Likely · 79°F · 10 mph wind
The Moache Fishing Site is a popular fishing area located in Conejos County, Colorado, USA. The fishing site is situated near the Rio Grande River, which is well-known for its…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
C⛰
#7
Crystal Lake Fishing Site
Fair
3.0 mi away
· Water 49°F · a touch cool· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Crystal Lake Fishing Site is a beautiful and popular angler's paradise located in Colorado, USA. The site offers an excellent opportunity for fishing enthusiasts to catch some of…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#8
Hayden Meadows Reservoir
Good
4.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 46°F
Hayden Meadows Reservoir, situated in Colorado, USA, is a well-known fishing spot, with anglers visiting for its population of rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#9
Turquoise Lake
Good
5.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 44°F · 5 mph wind
Turquoise Lake is a popular fishing destination located in the San Isabel National Forest in Colorado. The lake is stocked with rainbow, brown, and lake trout, as well as kokanee…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#10
Big Mac Fishing Site
Good
9.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers Likely · 79°F · 10 mph wind
The Big Mac Fishing Site is located in Colorado, USA and is a popular spot for anglers looking to fish for trout and other species. The area is surrounded by beautiful scenery and…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#11
Sunnyside Fishing Site
Good
9.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers Likely · 79°F · 10 mph wind
Sunnyside Fishing Site is a popular fishing area located in Colorado, USA. This fishing location offers a variety of fish species for anglers to catch, including rainbow trout…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#12
Homestake Reservoir
Good
12.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance Showers then Chance T-storms · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Homestake Reservoir is a popular fishing spot located in Colorado, USA. It's known for its abundance of rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. Fishing enthusiasts can also catch…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#13
Mount Elbert Forebay
Good
9.1 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers Likely · 73°F · 10 mph wind
The Mount Elbert Forebay is a popular fishing destination in Colorado, offering anglers the chance to catch trout, including rainbow trout and cutthroat trout. Nearby activities…
Why 38: species variety
38Rated
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#14
Clear Creek Reservoir
Good
15.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Sunny then Showers Likely · 76°F · 5 mph wind
Clear Creek Reservoir is located in Chaffee County, Colorado and is a popular spot for fishing. Anglers can catch rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout in the reservoir, as well as…
Why 38: species variety
38Rated
Fishing near Leadville
The Leadville area has 14 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 Leadville
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.