Carson Lake
Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Cutthroat Trout and 1 more species
Carson Lake is a popular fishing spot located in southern Colorado. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. Fishing tips for Carson Lake include using lures and bait that mimic the natural food sources of the fish, as well as fishing early in the morning or late in the evening. The best time of year to visit Carson Lake is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit. Get driving directions.
Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Atlantic Salmon
The value of the Atlantic salmon both as a sport, commercial, and food fish cannot be exaggerated.
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 |
|---|---|
| White River Below Boise Creek | 426 cfs / 3.40 ft |
| Piceance Creek At White River | 32 cfs / 2.47 ft |
| N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr | 139 cfs / 7.32 ft |
| Colorado River Near Cameo | 1,430 cfs / 3.70 ft |
| Gunnison River At Delta | 754 cfs / 1.78 ft |
| West Divide Creek Near Raven | 7 cfs / 1.39 ft |
| Piceance Creek Bl Ryan Gulch | 20 cfs / 4.32 ft |
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