Beaver Lake
Apache Trout • Brown Trout
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 enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. To increase chances of a catch, it is recommended to use small lures or flies and fish early in the morning or late in the evening. The best time to visit is from late spring to early fall when temperatures range from 50-80°F. Overall, Beaver Lake offers a great outdoor experience for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. 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.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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West Divide Creek Near Raven | 3 cfs / 1.16 ft |
North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset | 65 cfs / 1.29 ft |
Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co | 1,440 cfs / 4.28 ft |
Cimarron River Bl Squaw Creek | 57 cfs / 7.97 ft |
Smith Fork Near Lazear | 0 cfs / 4.30 ft |
Hubbard Creek At Highway 133 At Mouth Nr Bowie | 4 cfs / 0.40 ft |