Fishing

A license is required to hunt in both Colorado and Wyoming. Licenses may be purchased from state game departments and some local retailers. For more information on hunting licenses, game units, and seasons, visit Colorado Parks & Wildlife or Wyoming Game & Fish.

Secluded mountain lakes and streams await anglers. Many different species of trout are present and provide numerous opportunities for fishing. Fishing permit information can be found on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Wyoming Game & Fish websites. 

Recreational target shooting is an appropriate use of the forest, when done safely and with respect to the land and forest property.

Lake and Pond Fishing

There are many opportunities for fishing across the national forests and national grassland. Many different species are present and provide numerous opportunities for fishing. The high alpine lakes with stunning views are a destination like none other! Fishing permits are required, and information can be found on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Wyoming Game & Fish websites. 

Ice Fishing

Ice fishing is a great way to enjoy the winter months in Wyoming and Colorado. Many alpine lakes offer ice fishing opportunities, as well as reservoirs on the forests and grassland. Make sure to be mindful of ice thickness and always plan ahead. Fishing permits are required, and information can be found on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Wyoming Game & Fish websites. 

River and Stream Fishing

There are many opportunities for river and stream fishing across the national forests and national grassland. Many different species are present and provide numerous opportunities for fishing year-round. Fishing permits are required, and information can be found on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Wyoming Game & Fish websites. 

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Allen Basin Trailhead

This Trailhead serves as the access point for the Allen Basin Trail No. 1181. This 1 mile long doubletrack route grants access to Allen Basin reservoir.This trail is closed to all vehicles over 50”…

Bear Lake Campground

Site Closed

Bear Lake Campground is located 11 miles outside of Yampa, Colorado on Forest Service Road 900. The campground typically opens in early June and has a range of outdoor recreation opportunities from…

Bear Lake Fishing Pier

This day use area is free of charge and is popular for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. It offers a pier to fish from and a picnic area with tables, grills and fire…

Bear Lake Picnic Site

This is a free day use area that accesses some great trout fishing and has a large fishing pier with perfect views of the Flat Tops Wilderness. There are 2 picnic tables and fire grates.No camping is…

Bear River Developed Camp Sites

Weather dependent (typically June-October)There are 30 designated campsites along Forest Service Road 900. Each site is designated by a numbered post and has its own picnic table and permanent…

Big Creek Lake Boat Access

Site Open

This Campground and boat launch will close on October 21st, 2024.This is a primitive boat ramp to launch small motorized craft. There is a no wake restriction near shore. The area provides picnic…

Big Creek Lakes Campground

Site Open

Currently there is no potable water, campers should come prepared with their own water. No date has been determined as to when it will have potable water again. Big Creek Lakes Campground is the…

Big Creek Lakes Day Use Area

Site Open

This Day Use Area will close on October 21st, 2024.Picnic tables, fishing access and general recreation opportunities in this beautiful lakeside setting near portal to Mount Zirkel Wilderness. This…

Big Creek-Holroyd Park Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to both the western and eastern portions of the Big Creek Trail (Trail 471). The Big Creek Trail is in a quiet area of the Medicine Bow National Forest in the Sierra…

Blacktail Creek Campground

Site Closed

This is a small campground with 8 non-reservable sites located on HWY 134 (Gore Pass) between Kremmling and Yampa, CO. There is a vault toilet, and each site includes a tent pad, fire grate and…