Best fishing near Palisade
15 fishing spots · 15 ranked · updated 2026-07-25 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Palisade, 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 15 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Corn Lake
Good
7.5 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Corn Lake is a popular fishing spot in Colorado that is part of the Colorado River State Park. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, catfish…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
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#2
Juniata Reservoir
Marginal
9.5 mi away
· Water 77°F · dangerously warm for trout· Lightly stained · 15 FNU· Partly Cloudy · 69°F · 10 mph wind
The Juniata Reservoir in Colorado is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is home to various fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#3
South Mesa Lake
Good
13.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
South Mesa Lake is a small, man-made reservoir located just outside of Boulder, Colorado. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and channel catfish, making it a…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#4
Connected Lakes
Good
15.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
The Connected Lakes Fishing Area is located in Grand Junction, Colorado, and is a popular destination for anglers. Fish species such as largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#5
Lewis Wash
Good
8.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
The Lewis Wash Fishing Area is located in southwestern Colorado and is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. Fish species found in the area include rainbow trout, brown trout…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#6
West Lake (GJ)
Good
13.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
West Lake is a popular fishing spot located in the San Isabel National Forest in Colorado. It is known for its abundance of rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and brook trout. The…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#7
Jumbo Reservoir (Grand Mesa)
Good
13.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Jumbo Reservoir is located on Grand Mesa in western Colorado and offers great fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby activities include…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#8
Sunset Lake
Good
13.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Sunset Lake is a popular fishing destination located in Colorado, USA, with a variety of fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout. Apart from fishing…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#9
Lost Lake (Grand Mesa
Good
13.5 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Lost Lake on Grand Mesa in Colorado is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including rainbow trout, brook trout, and…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#10
Mesa Lake
Good
13.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Mesa Lake is a popular fishing spot in Colorado, USA, known for its brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout. Fishing enthusiasts can also catch kokanee salmon and lake trout. The…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#11
Carson Lake
Good
14.1 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Partly Cloudy · 55°F · 5 mph wind
Carson Lake is a popular fishing spot located in southern Colorado. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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#12
Jerry Creek Reservoirs
13.5 mi away
The Jerry Creek Reservoirs fishing area in Colorado is a popular spot for anglers looking to catch trout, including rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout. Visitors can also enjoy…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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#13
Beaver Lake
Good
13.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Beaver Lake in Colorado is a popular fishing destination, boasting a wide variety of fish species such as rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout. Apart from fishing, visitors can…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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#14
Water Dog Reservoir
Good
13.8 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Water Dog Reservoir is located in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado and offers fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated
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#15
Glacier Springs Retention Pond (Grand Mesa)
Good
13.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
The Glacier Springs Retention Pond, located in the Grand Mesa area of Colorado, is a popular fishing spot for trout, including rainbow, brown, and cutthroat. Nearby activities…
Why 13: species variety
13Rated
Fishing near Palisade
The Palisade area has 15 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 Palisade
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?
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.