Colorado fishing seasons
5 species profiles in our database list Colorado waters among their fisheries — including Rainbow Trout, Peacock Bass, Payara, Longnose Dace. Below: what's in season month by month, where to fish, and the licence source you need. Seasons shift year to year; the official agency has the final word.
Colorado fishing calendar, month by month
Each month links to the species in season then, from our season windows. A month is charted when at least 3 species are in season.
Freshwater species in Colorado
| Species | Season |
|---|---|
 Blue Acara | Varies by climate, water level, and local regulation |
 Longnose Dace | Varies by watershed and local regulation |
 Payara | Lower water periods |
 Peacock Bass | Dry season (low water) |
 Rainbow Trout | Mar–Apr–May–Jun–Jul–Aug–Sep–Oct–Nov |
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Licences & regulations — Colorado (CPW)
Rules, seasons and size limits change: check the official agency before you fish.
Official: cpw.state.co.us
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