Lower Cataract Lake
Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout and 2 more species
Lower Cataract Lake is a popular fishing destination in Colorado due to its diverse fish population, including rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, and kokanee salmon. The lake is surrounded by beautiful scenery, making it a great spot for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Anglers recommend using spinners, spoons, or flies to catch the fish in the lake. The best time to visit for fishing is between May and October, with the average temperature ranging from 50°F to 80°F depending on the month. Other nearby activities include biking, kayaking, and skiing in the winter months. Get driving directions.
Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Atlantic Salmon
The value of the Atlantic salmon both as a sport, commercial, and food fish cannot be exaggerated.
Brown Trout
The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.
Lake Trout
The lake trout has considerable value both as a sport fish and a food fish.
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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Fraser River Blw Crooked Cr At Tabernash Co | 30 cfs / 2.67 ft |
Williams Fork Near Parshall | 42 cfs / 2.01 ft |
Colorado River Near Kremmling | 526 cfs / 4.23 ft |
Sand Creek At Colorado-Wyoming State Line | 3 cfs / 0.45 ft |
Williams Fork Below Williams Fork Reservoir | 40 cfs / 1.09 ft |
Ranch Creek Blw Meadow Cr Nr Tabernash Co | 11 cfs / 6.76 ft |
Joe Wright Creek Below Joe Wright Reservoir | 1 cfs / 0.74 ft |