Banner Lakes Swa
Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout and 1 more species
Banner Lakes SWA is a great fishing spot in Colorado, where you can catch rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout. The nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using dry flies, nymphs, and streamers. The best time to visit is from May to October, with temperatures ranging from 45°F to 80°F. Make sure to bring appropriate gear for changing weather conditions, and check local regulations before fishing. Get driving directions.

Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Brown Trout
The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.
Rainbow Trout
The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Fountain Creek At Security | 75 cfs / 3.89 ft |
Cottonwood Creek At Mouth | 3 cfs / 2.42 ft |
Monument Cr Abv Woodmen Rd At Colorado Springs | 40 cfs / 4.43 ft |
Lodgepole Creek At Bushnell | 3 cfs / 3.24 ft |
Crow Creek At 19Th Street | 3 cfs / 1.57 ft |
Clover Ditch Drain At Quinn St Nr Widefield | 2 cfs / 5.03 ft |