BIG THOMPSON RIVER

Species Weather Hydrology


FISHING COLORADO

Big Thompson River


April 24, 2024

The Big Thompson River in Colorado is an excellent spot for fly fishing enthusiasts who seek a challenge. Brown and rainbow trout are the predominant fish species, and the river is famous for its big browns. The area is surrounded by mountains and offers scenic hiking and camping opportunities. The best time to visit is from June to October when the average temperature is in the mid-60s to low 70s. Fishing is best in the early morning or late afternoon when the fish are more active. Fishing tips include using light tippets, small flies, and stealthy approaches.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Rainbow Trout

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Area Boat Ramps

BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT #2)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
WEST 69TH AVENUE 4700, WESTMINSTER
Clear Watershed, Colorado
GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
PINEVIEW RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN, TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
CR 6 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CHAMBERS LAKE BOATING SITE
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
US 34 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BOAT LAUNCH GRAND LAKE
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Rafting & Kayaking

END OF FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD TO PEARL CREEK IN SE 1/4 SEC 21, T10N, R74W
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 4
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CO/WY STATELINE TO DOUGLAS CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
CONFLUENCE WITHDOUGLAS CREEK TO BENNETT PEAK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
SOUTH SEC LINE, SEC 2, T11N, R80W TO CO/WY STATELINE
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 5
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BIG CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
BIG CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Bamforth National Wildlife Refuge

Holliday Park

Leo Pando Park

Mylar Park

Curt Gowdy State Park

Converse Softball Complex

Brimmer Park

Cinnabar Park

Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Dutcher Field

                                                                                                                       
                                               
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PAWNEE OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
DILLON DAM OVERLOOK DAY USE AREA
KAWUNEECHE VISITOR CENTER
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OSPREY VIEWING SITE
DEADMAN LOOKOUT
MORAINE PARK DISCOVERY CENTER
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GRAND COUNTY BIRD LIST
ALPINE VISITOR CENTER
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