Wellington Lake
Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout and 1 more species
Wellington Lake is a popular fishing destination in Colorado, USA, known for its rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout. It is surrounded by stunning scenery and offers various activities such as boating, hiking, and camping. Fishing tips include using small lures or bait and fishing near the inlet or outlet of the lake. The best time to visit is in the summer months between June and September, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 80°F (10°C to 27°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.
Rainbow Trout
The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Cottonwood Creek At Mouth | 5 cfs / 2.22 ft |
West Monument Creek Below Rampart Reservoir | 4 cfs / 4.53 ft |
S Platte R Ab 11-Mile Canyon Re | 128 cfs / 1.18 ft |
Monument Cr Abv Woodmen Rd At Colorado Springs | 36 cfs / 4.36 ft |
West Monument Creek At Air Force Academy | 5 cfs / 1.41 ft |
Cottonwood Creek At Woodmen Rd Nr Colo Springs | 2 cfs / 0.43 ft |
Pine Creek Abv Briargate Pkwy | 3 cfs / 10.57 ft |