Colorado Fishing Destinations
Cottonwood Lake #1 (Grand Mesa)
Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout
Cottonwood Lake 1 on Grand Mesa in Colorado is a popular fishing destination. The lake is stocked with rainbow and cutthroat trout, making it a great spot for anglers. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using small spinners or bait and fishing near submerged logs and rocks. The best time to visit is from June to September when the average temperature ranges from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Get driving directions.
Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.
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Area Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Discharge |
|---|---|
| Smith Fork Near Lazear | 0 cfs / 4.30 ft |
| West Divide Creek Near Raven | 3 cfs / 1.16 ft |
| North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset | 65 cfs / 1.29 ft |
| Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co | 1,440 cfs / 4.28 ft |
| Hubbard Creek At Highway 133 At Mouth Nr Bowie | 4 cfs / 0.40 ft |
| Cimarron River Bl Squaw Creek | 57 cfs / 7.97 ft |
| Muddy Creek At Bardine | -999 cfs / 3.71 ft |
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