Freeman Reservoir
Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout
Freeman Reservoir is a popular fishing destination in Colorado, USA, offering anglers the opportunity to catch rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. The reservoir is surrounded by beautiful mountains and forests, making it an ideal location for hiking, camping, and picnicking. Fishing tips include using small lures and flies, and fishing early in the morning or late in the evening. The best time to visit is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80°F. Visitors can also enjoy nearby activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and wildlife watching. 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.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Yampa River Below Craig | 612 cfs / 2.16 ft |
Elkhead Creek Near Craig | 80 cfs / 2.49 ft |
Elk River Near Milner | 179 cfs / 1.88 ft |
Yampa River Near Maybell | 856 cfs / 2.97 ft |
Fish Cr At Upper Sta Nr Steamboat Springs | 6 cfs / 7.37 ft |
Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden | 132 cfs / 2.33 ft |
Yampa River At Steamboat Springs | 157 cfs / 1.44 ft |