PONY LAKE - IPWA

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FISHING COLORADO

Pony Lake - Ipwa


April 18, 2024

The Pony Lake IPWA (Instream Private Water Area) is a 2.5-mile stretch of the North Fork of the South Platte River in Colorado. It's known for its plentiful rainbow and brown trout, which can be caught using fly fishing techniques. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and visiting the historic town of Bailey. Fishing tips include using midges, mayflies, and nymphs, and practicing catch and release to preserve the fish population. The best time to visit is from May to October, with temperatures ranging from 50-80°F.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Brown Trout

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Area Boat Ramps

BOAT LAUNCH GRAND LAKE
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CR 6 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
US 34 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT #2)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
CHAMBERS LAKE BOATING SITE
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
PINEVIEW RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN, TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
WEST 69TH AVENUE 4700, WESTMINSTER
Clear Watershed, Colorado

Rafting & Kayaking

HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
SOUTH SEC LINE, SEC 2, T11N, R80W TO CO/WY STATELINE
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
CONFLUENCE WITHDOUGLAS CREEK TO BENNETT PEAK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 6
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
ROARING FORK (WEST SECTION LINE SEC 28 T9N, R82W); RED CANYON (NW1/4 SEC 5, T8N, R82W) TO EAST SECTION LINE SEC 34, T9N, R82W
North Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BIG CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
END OF FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD TO PEARL CREEK IN SE 1/4 SEC 21, T10N, R74W
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 4
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 5
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Cinnabar Park

Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Converse Softball Complex

South Cheyenne Community Park

Dutcher Field

Mylar Park

Bamforth National Wildlife Refuge

Leo Pando Park

Curt Gowdy State Park

Holliday Park

                                                                                                                       
                                               
SAPPHIRE POINT OVERLOOK
PAWNEE OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
DILLON DAM OVERLOOK DAY USE AREA
MORAINE PARK DISCOVERY CENTER
The Moraine Park Discovery Center is one of the must-visit points of interest for tourists in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. This educational center offers visitors the opportunity to learn ...
KAWUNEECHE VISITOR CENTER
The Kawuneeche Visitor Center is a popular point of interest located in the Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. The center serves as a gateway to the western side of ...
FALL RIVER VISITOR CENTER
The Fall River Visitor Center in Colorado is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Located in Rocky Mountain National Park, the center offers a wealth of ...
KENOSHA WILDLIFE VIEWING OBSERVATION SITE
GRAND COUNTY BIRD LIST
BEAVER MEADOWS VISITOR CENTER
The Beaver Meadows Visitor Center is a must-see point of interest in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. This award-winning visitor center offers informative exhibits, interactive displays, and a wide range ...
OSPREY VIEWING SITE

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