Colorado Fishing Destinations

Big Meadows Reservoir

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout and 2 more species

Big Meadows Reservoir is a popular fishing spot in Colorado, USA. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, and brook trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips for this area include using lures and dry flies on the surface of the water. The best time to visit is in the summer, from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Get driving directions.

BIG MEADOWS RESERVOIR
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Fish Species

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The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.

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The brook trout is one of the most popular game fishes in northeastern North America.

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The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.

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Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.

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The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.