Tucker Ponds Fishing Site fishing
Tucker Ponds Fishing Site
Aside from fishing, visitors can also enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby San Isabel National Forest. The nearby town of Westcliffe also offers various dining and shopping options for visitors.
When fishing at Tucker Ponds Fishing Site, it's important to use small lures and flies, as the fish in the area can be easily spooked. Additionally, fishing during early mornings or late evenings tend to produce the best results.
The best time to visit Tucker Ponds Fishing Site is during the summer months, from June to August. During this time, the average temperature ranges from 60-80°F, making it an enjoyable experience for fishing and other outdoor activities.
What's biting at Tucker Ponds Fishing Site
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tucker Ponds Fishing Site -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wightman Fork Bel Cropsy Creek At Summitville | 12 cfs | → |
| East Fork San Juan River Nr Pagosa Springs | -888 cfs | → |
| South Fork Rio Grande At South Fork | 474 cfs | → |
| Wightman Fork At Mouth Near Jasper | 3 cfs | → |
| Alamosa River Above Wightman Fork Near Jasper | -999 cfs | → |
| Conejos River Below Platoro Reservoir | 433 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Tucker Ponds Campground
- Tucker Ponds
- Big Meadows Campground And Picnic Area
- Big Meadows
- Park Creek Camp #1
- Park Creek - South Fork
Reservoirs
- Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1
- La Gunita
- Alberta Park
- Big Meadows - Main Dam
- Big Meadows - North Dike
- Shaw - South Dam
Boat launches
- Alberta Lake Fishing Site
- Platoro Reservoir Boating Site
- Cr 10 Hinsdale County
- Rito Hondo Reservoir Boating Site
- Cr 11 Hinsdale County
- Sherman Lake Circle 94, Rio Grande County
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Headwaters (Sec 21, T38n, R1e) To 1/4 Mile Above Big Meadows Reservoir
- Below Big Meadows Reservoir Dam To Sec 9 And 10, T39n, R3e
- Sec 30, T41n, R2e To Sec 11, T40n, R2e
- El Rito Azul--Blue Lake (Sec 26, T35n, R3e) And Portion Of Conejos Above Platoro Reservoir To Upper Reach Of Platoro Reservoir--Sec 6, T35n, R4e
- Middle Fork--Sec 13, T35n, R2e To Confluence Of Three Forks--Sec 14, T35n, R3e
- North Fork--Sec 8, T35n, R2e To Confluence With Middle Fork
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tucker Ponds Fishing Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tucker Ponds Fishing Site
What fish species are found at Tucker Ponds Fishing Site?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Tucker Ponds Fishing Site -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Tucker Ponds Fishing Site.
How do I get to Tucker Ponds Fishing Site?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Tucker Ponds Fishing Site.