Fishing Regulations in Colorado
Size limits, bag limits, and seasons by species in Colorado.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife manages high-country trout streams and lakes, Front Range reservoirs, and warmwater fisheries out on the plains. Many waters carry special regulations, from Gold Medal trout stretches to slot limits and seasonal closures, so confirm the rules for your water and target species before you keep a fish.
Notable waters
Statewide
Year-round
Combined Aggregate: Largemouth + Smallmouth + Spotted Bass 5/5 in aggregate
Smallmouth West Unlimited: West of Continental Divide: smallmouth unlimited (LMB/Spotted still in 5/5)
Specific bodies of water may have special regulations.
Always confirm with the official state agency before keeping a fish. Regulations can change and local exceptions may apply.
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