Cottonwood Lake
Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout
Cottonwood Lake Fishing Area is located in the San Isabel National Forest in Colorado, USA. This area is known for its excellent trout fishing. The lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout, and there are also native cutthroat trout in the nearby streams. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and mountain biking. Fishing tips for Cottonwood Lake include using lures and bait that mimic the local insect and fish population. The best time to visit is during the summer months when temperatures average around 70°F (21°C). Get driving directions.
Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Brown Trout
The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Discharge |
|---|---|
| Ef Arkansas R At Us Hiway 24 | 18 cfs / 2.64 ft |
| North Fork Fryingpan River Near Norrie | 13 cfs / 2.51 ft |
| Arkansas River Near Nathrop | 349 cfs / 3.92 ft |
| Fryingpan River Near Thomasville | 27 cfs / 1.76 ft |
| East River At Almont Co. | 121 cfs / 2.73 ft |
| Taylor River At Almont | 159 cfs / 3.77 ft |
| Tarryall Creek At Upper Station | 8 cfs / 4.99 ft |
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