Carter Lake
Apache Trout • Kelp Bass • Smallmouth Bass and 1 more species
Carter Lake is a popular fishing destination in Colorado, USA, known for its abundance of walleye, smallmouth bass, and trout. The lake offers a range of activities, including camping, hiking, and boating. Fishing tips include using jigs and soft plastics for Walleye and fishing near rocky outcroppings for smallmouth bass. The best time to visit is between May and October, with average temperatures ranging from 60-85°F during the summer months. Visitors can also enjoy the scenery and wildlife of the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park. Get driving directions.
Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Kelp Bass
The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...
Smallmouth Bass
There is no doubt that the smallmouth bass rivals the largemouth in popularity.
Walleye
The walleye is a wide-ranging, North American species that occurs virtually everywhere on the mainland.
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Area Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Discharge |
|---|---|
| South Platte River At Englewood | 55 cfs / 1.44 ft |
| South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward | 5 cfs / 1.52 ft |
| Leavenworth Creek @ Mouth Nr Georgetown | 3 cfs / 3.49 ft |
| S Clear Cr Abv Lwr Cabin Cr Res Spilwy Nr Georgtwn | 3 cfs / 0.38 ft |
| Harvard Gulch At Colorado Blvd. | 0 cfs / 9.54 ft |
| Chicago Creek Blw Devils Canyon Nr Idaho Sprgs Co | -999 cfs / -1,310.72 ft |
| Harvard Gulch At Harvard Park | 2 cfs / 9.91 ft |
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