In Rifle, fishing is a year round activity. Several area outfitters offer float trip excursions down the Colorado River or just bring a pole and relax down on the banks of any area lake, stream or pond. Brown and rainbow trout are likely not the only wildlife you'll see fishing, as the Rifle area is also home to bald eagles, deer, beavers, fox, ducks, geese, and more!
A short drive north of town will get you to Rifle Gap State Park where boating and fishing are a popular summer activity as well as ice fishing in the winter. Rifle Gap State Park has a paved boat ramp and offers outstanding trout, walleye, and small mouth bass fishing year round. Watch for your chance to join our ice fishing tournament each January - see our Calendar of Events for more information!
In addition to those big fishing venues, the Rifle area
also has many streams and tributaries to enjoy a relaxing fishing
trip. Bring the family for a picnic or travel alone to enjoy the
peaceful mountains scenery and nature while enjoying your Colorado
fishing vacation.
Don't forget Buy Your Fishing License! A fishing license is a requirement for people 16 and older. Anglers can buy licenses at local area Sporting Goods Retail Businesses (see the online Business Directory for a listing of area businesses) or call the Colorado Division of Wildlife at 1-800-244-5613.
For More Information about Fishing in Rifle, Colorado visit: Colorado Division of Wildlife
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Top 5 Fishing Hot Spots
Local's Favorites
1 & 2. Colorado State Parks, Rifle Gap & Harvey Gap
3. Lions Pond - Rifle Rest Area
4. Colorado River
5. Rifle Mountain Park
SSSHHH . . . . Don't tell the locals we told you!
NOTE OF CAUTION WHEN ICE FISHING: On all lakes, be aware of the ice conditions! The freeze-melt-freeze conditions can cause ice to be unstable. It is better to be safe than sorry. Check with local contacts for up-to-date ice conditions.