Colorado Fishing Destinations
Kinney Lake State Wildlife Area
Apache Trout • Brown Trout
The Kinney Lake State Wildlife Area Fishing Area in Colorado offers excellent opportunities for anglers seeking rainbow and brown trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. For fishing, anglers should use small nymphs, dry flies, and streamers. The best time to visit is in the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80°F. Visitors should also be aware of potential lightning storms in the area. 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.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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South Platte River At Cooper Bridge | 990 cfs / 3.76 ft |
Apishapa River Near Fowler | 20 cfs / 1.26 ft |
South Platte River At Fort Morgan | 1,010 cfs / 10.52 ft |
Purgatoire River At Rock Crossing Nr Timpas | 20 cfs / 6.53 ft |
South Platte River Near Weldona | 884 cfs / 3.33 ft |
Catlin Canal At Mile 0.1 | 242 cfs / 2.45 ft |