Kaufman Creek Fishing Regulations
Gunnison County, Colorado · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons
Kaufman Creek is a creek in Gunnison County, Colorado. It has its own fishing regulations for 1 species, including Cutthroat Trout. These rules replace Colorado's statewide limits on this water.
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Kaufman Creek limits by species (2026)
| Species | Size limit | Daily bag | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Fish SpeciesArtificial Only | – | – | Always open |
 Cutthroat Trout | – | Catch & release only | Year-round |
– means no limit is listed for this water. Rules not shown here follow Colorado's statewide regulations.
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Kaufman Creek fishing: common questions
What fish have special regulations on Kaufman Creek?
1 species has rules specific to Kaufman Creek: Cutthroat Trout.
What is the cutthroat trout limit on Kaufman Creek?
Cutthroat Trout are catch and release only on Kaufman Creek.
Is Kaufman Creek catch and release?
Some rules on Kaufman Creek are catch and release only, covering Cutthroat Trout. Check the table for the section and dates that apply.
Do Colorado statewide fishing rules apply on Kaufman Creek?
Where Kaufman Creek has its own rule for a species, that rule replaces the statewide limit. For species not listed on this page, Colorado's statewide regulations apply. Regulations are set by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife; confirm with the official 2026 regulations before keeping a fish.
Other Colorado waters with special regulations
- South Platte River
- Yampa River
- Colorado River
- White River
- Poudre River · Larimer
- Gunnison River
- Blue River · Grand, Summit
- Roaring Fork River
- Arkansas River · Chaffee , Lake , Fremont , Pueblo
- Animas River · La Plata
- Eagle River · Eagle
- Taylor River
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