Did you know that every year Colorado offers a free fishing weekend every year? Residents and non-residents alike can take advantage of this unique opportunity!
Free Fishing Weekend is always the first weekend of June!
Anglers of all ages, residents or not, can fish without a license anywhere in Colorado. (All other rules and regulations still apply.) This is the perfect time to take your kids to the lake and try out the sport. If they love it, you can buy a license for yourself. Kids under 16 are ALWAYS FREE!
Never fished before? Check out this Colorado Outdoors "Quick Tips" video:
Colorado Fishing Facts
🐟 Colorado boasts 35 species of cold-water and warm-water fish.
🐟 Our state features many highly regarded fishing destinations, including more than 1300 lakes and reservoirs, and 6000 miles of high-altitude streams.
🐟 321 miles of those streams are designated Gold Medal waters and managed for high-quality fishing!
🐟 Fishing is not only a hugely popular activity in Colorado, but it is an enormous boost to our economy.
🐟 The greenback cutthroat trout, Colorado's state fish, was once believed to be extinct. But, they are making a comeback thanks to CPW staff, volunteers, and partner organizations. Check out their exciting journey back to Colorado waters!
Colorado Fishing Resources
- CPW Fishing Basics Guide (Equipment and Quick Tips)
- 101+ Places to Take a Kid Fishing in Colorado (Interactive Map)
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife 2024 Fishing Guide
- Get your digital fishing license
- Download the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Fishing App
- Stocking Report
Want to fish for free outside of Colorado?
Find FREE FISHING IN OTHER US STATES.
