BIG CREEK LAKE(UPPER)

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • WYOMING

Big Creek Lake(Upper)


May 3, 2024

The upper fishing area of Big Creek Lake in Colorado is known for its trout fishing. Rainbow, brown, and brook trout are regularly caught in the lake. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using small lures or flies and fishing early in the morning or late in the evening. The best time of year to visit is from May to September, with average temperatures ranging from 50-80 degrees Fahrenheit.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Brook Trout

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Upper Cataract Lake

Apache Trout • Arctic Grayling • Atlantic Salmon • Cutthroat Trout

Camp Hale Pond Fishing Pier

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brook Trout • Brown Trout • Northern Pike • Rainbow Trout

Black Lakes (Vail)

Apache Trout • Brook Trout

Gypsum Ponds

Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Sylvan Lake

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

Kiln Creek

Alligator Gar • Apache Trout • Black Sea Bass • Bluefin Tuna • Brown Trout

Lower Cataract Lake

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Lake Trout • Rainbow Trout

Williams Fork Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Cutthroat Trout • Northern Pike

Nottingham Lake

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout

Green Mountain Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Lake Trout • Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

RADIUM REC SITE BOAT RAMP
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
COWDREY LAKE REC SITE BOAT RAMP
North Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CONFLUENCE REC SITE BOAT RAMP
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BENNETT CREEK CAMPGROUND BOAT RAMP
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
BLM 3404 CARBON COUNTY
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
TEAL LAKE BOATING SITE
North Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
TETON RESERVOIR BOAT RAMP
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
COWDREY LAKE REC SITE BOAT DOCK
North Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
TOMBSTONE NATURE TRAIL ROUTT COUNTY
Upper Yampa Watershed, Wyoming
TETON RESERVOIR BOAT LAUNCH
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Flume Creek Park

Pathfinder National Wildlife Refuge

Fort Fred Steele State Historic Site

Medicine Bow National Forest

Seminoe State Park

Mortenson Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Wilderness Savage Run

Cinnabar Park

Wilderness Encampment River

Wilderness Huston Park

                                                                                                                        
                                               
HEBRON WATERFOWL AREA
The Hebron Waterfowl Area is a popular spot for birdwatchers and outdoor enthusiasts in the North Platte Headwaters watershed of Colorado. Covering over 5,000 acres of wetlands, the area provides ...
EMERALD MOUNTAIN RIDGE TRAILHEAD KIOSK
The Emerald Mountain Ridge Trailhead Kiosk is located in the Upper Yampa watershed of Colorado. This kiosk is a great place to start exploring the numerous trails that lead to ...
EMERALD MOUNTAIN RIDGE/ROTARY KIOSK
The Emerald Mountain Ridge Rotary Kiosk is a popular destination located in the Upper Yampa watershed of Colorado. It is a beautiful and scenic spot that is perfect for hiking, ...
WOLFORD RED DESERT OVERLOOK
The Wolford Red Desert Overlook is a stunning viewpoint located in Grand County, Colorado, in the Colorado headwaters watershed. The overlook provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including ...
MCCALLUM - AUTO TOUR SITE
The McCallum Auto Tour Site is a popular attraction located in the North Platte Headwaters watershed of Colorado. Situated along the North Platte River, the site offers visitors the opportunity ...
EMERALD MOUNTAIN BEALL TRAILHEAD KIOSK
The Emerald Mountain Beall Trailhead Kiosk is located in the Upper Yampa watershed of Colorado and serves as the starting point for hikers and bikers to explore the trails in ...
INDEPENDENCE TIPI RING REC SITE
The Independence Tipi Ring Rec Site is a popular destination in the North Platte Headwaters watershed of Colorado. This site is located near Walden and features a unique camping experience ...
SARVIS CREEK PATIO/OBSERVATION
The Sarvis Creek Patio Observation is a popular destination in the Upper Yampa watershed of Colorado, offering visitors stunning views of the surrounding natural beauty. The observation deck is wheelchair ...
LIBBY FLATS OBSERVATION SITE

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