Kelso Creek Fishing Regulations
Mesa County, Colorado · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons
Kelso Creek is a creek in Mesa 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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Kelso 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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Kelso Creek fishing: common questions
What fish have special regulations on Kelso Creek?
1 species has rules specific to Kelso Creek: Cutthroat Trout.
What is the cutthroat trout limit on Kelso Creek?
Cutthroat Trout are catch and release only on Kelso Creek.
Is Kelso Creek catch and release?
Some rules on Kelso 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 Kelso Creek?
Where Kelso 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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