Colorado Fishing Destinations

Clayton Lake - Jpwa

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout and 2 more species

Clayton Lake JPWA fishing area is located in Colorado, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby activities include camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using lures such as spinners, spoons, and jigs, and fishing in the early morning or late evening. The best time to visit is from May to October, with temperatures ranging from 50°F to 80°F. Get driving directions.

CLAYTON LAKE - JPWA
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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 value of the Atlantic salmon both as a sport, commercial, and food fish cannot be exaggerated.

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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.