Big Thompson River Fishing Site fishing
Big Thompson River Fishing Site
Aside from fishing, visitors can also enjoy hiking, camping, and picnicking in the surrounding Roosevelt National Forest.
For successful fishing, it is recommended to use dry flies, nymphs, and streamers. Wading is also a popular technique in the Big Thompson River.
The best time of year to visit is in the summer months from June to August when the average temperature is around 80°F. However, fishing can still be enjoyable in the fall and spring when the temperature ranges from 50-70°F.
Overall, the Big Thompson River Fishing Site is a beautiful and fruitful fishing location in Colorado that offers a variety of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.
What's biting at Big Thompson River Fishing Site
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Big Thompson River Fishing Site -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhorn Creek Near Masonville | 19 cfs | → |
| St. Vrain Creek At Lyons | 106 cfs | → |
| Big Thompson River At Loveland | 94 cfs | → |
| Cache La Poudre R A Mo Of Cn | 636 cfs | → |
| Left Hand Creek Near Boulder | 50 cfs | → |
| Cache La Poudre River At Fort Collins | 212 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Pole Hill Road Dispersed Camping
- Pinewood Reservoir
- Hermit Park Open Space
- Rabbit Ears Campsite
- Peregrine Campsite
- Flatiron Reservoir
Parks
- Comanche Peak Wilderness
- Viestenz Smith Mountain Park
- Roosevelt National Forest
- Glade Park
- Horsetooth Mountain Park
- Namaqua Park
Reservoirs
Boat launches
- Boat Ramp Larimer County
- Filter Plant River Access Point (Put-In)
- Pineview River Access Point (Put-In, Take-Out)
- Bridges River Access Point (Put-In)
- Bridges River Access Point (Take-Out)
- Bridges River Access Point (Take-Out #2)
Points of interest
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Big Thompson River Fishing Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Big Thompson River Fishing Site
What fish species are found at Big Thompson River Fishing Site?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Big Thompson River Fishing Site -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Big Thompson River Fishing Site.
How do I get to Big Thompson River Fishing Site?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Big Thompson River Fishing Site.