Best fishing near Rifle

8 fishing spots · 8 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Rifle, 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 8 of 8 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Meadow Lake Picnic Area
#1 Meadow Lake Picnic Area Fair
30.5 mi away
· Water 65°F · a touch warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Sunny · 85°F · 15 mph wind
The Meadow Lake Picnic Area is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts visiting Colorado, USA. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow, brown, and brook…
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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Vega Reservoir
#2 Vega Reservoir Fair
39.9 mi away
· Water 70°F · warming for trout· Clear water · 10 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
The Vega Reservoir fishing area in Colorado is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout…
Why 63: live conditions (fair)
63Solid
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Rio Blanco Lake
#3 Rio Blanco Lake Fair
23.8 mi away
· Water 35°F · very cold, slow bite· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 53°F · 5 mph wind
Rio Blanco Lake is a popular fishing spot in Meeker, Colorado, known for its rainbow and brown trout. Other fish species that can be caught include kokanee salmon, northern pike…
Why 59: live conditions (fair)
59Solid
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Harvey Gap Reservoir
#4 Harvey Gap Reservoir Good
25.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Harvey Gap Reservoir is a popular fishing spot in Garfield County, Colorado. The reservoir is stocked with a variety of fish species, including rainbow and brown trout, smallmouth…
Why 56: live conditions (good)
56Solid
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Lake Avery
#5 Lake Avery Fair
29.2 mi away
· Water 65°F · a touch warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Sunny · 85°F · 15 mph wind
The Lake Avery fishing area in Colorado is known for its excellent trout fishing, with rainbow and brown trout being the most commonly caught species. Nearby activities include…
Why 55: live conditions (fair)
55Solid
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Rifle Gap Reservoir
#6 Rifle Gap Reservoir Good
20.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Rifle Gap Reservoir is a popular fishing destination in Colorado that's home to various fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, and smallmouth bass…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
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Meadow Creek Lake
#7 Meadow Creek Lake Fair
30.6 mi away
· Water 65°F · a touch warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Sunny · 85°F · 15 mph wind
Meadow Creek Lake in Colorado is a popular fishing spot for rainbow, brown, and brook trout. The lake is also surrounded by scenic hiking and mountain biking trails. Fishing tips…
Why 55: live conditions (fair)
55Solid
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Jerry Creek Reservoirs
#8 Jerry Creek Reservoirs
38.7 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: resort size & terrain
25Rated

Fishing near Rifle

The Rifle area has 8 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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