FLY FISHING SUMMIT COUNTY

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Gone Skiing - Back in the Spring!
Lake Dillon
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About My Fly Fishing Home Page
About Fishing in Summit County and Colorado
Index to Fishing Holes
Recipes
Weekly Fishing Report
Links
Photo Gallery
A Fish Story - The Old Man
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SUMMIT COUNTY COLORADO
Summit County Colorado is located approximately 70 miles west of Denver, along I-70,
between the Eisenhower Tunnel to the east and Vail pass to the west; and along Colorado
Hwy. 9 between Hoosier Pass on the south and Green Mountain Reservoir to the North. We are
bounded by Grand Co. to the north and northeast, Clear Creek Co. in the east, Park and Lake
Co's. to the south and Eagle Co. to the west. The county includes the towns of Breckenridge,
Frisco, Dillon and Silverthorne and the villages of Copper Mountain, Keystone, Montezuma and
Heeney. Summit Co. has a rich history spanning Native American habitation dating to prehistoric times, as one of the emerging nation's most significant mining districts from the 1800s
to the turn of the century, and most recently as the home to America's primmer destination ski
resorts. Within the county are almost 7000 acres of lift-serviced skiing including the major
resorts of Keystone, Breckenridge and Arapahoe Basin. Within minutes of driving distance from
the county are the resorts of Vail, Loveland Basin, Winter Park and Steamboat Springs. Also,
within Summit Co., or within minutes of driving distance are some of Colorado's major trout
streams and lakes:
SUMMIT COUNTY: COMMENTS AND DRIVING TIMES
LAKE DILLON: Spectacular high mountain lake (9000 ft) with 5 species of trout
BLUE RIVER: Gold Medal fly fishing, catch and release
SNAKE RIVER: Small mountain tail water that flows through Keystone Resort
TEN MILE CREEK: Classic mountain stream in Ten Mile Canyon near Copper Mtn.
GREEN MTN. RESV: Beautiful impoundment of the Blue R. in the Gore Mtn. Range
GORE MTN. LAKES: Numerous high alpine lakes in the Gore Mtn. Wilderness
SWAN RIVER: Small mountain brook trout stream near Breckenridge
WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE:
ARKANSAS RIVER: 50-90 min in Leadville, Lake Co.
EAGLE RIVER: 45 min in Minturn, Eagle Co.
GORE CREEK: 45 min in Vail, Eagle Co, Gold Medal fly water
SOUTH PLATTE: 90 min in Park Co., Gold Medal fly water
RESERVOIRS: 90 min in Park Co. to Spinney, Antero, and Eleven Mile Gold Medal fly water
COLORADO R: 40-90 min in Grand Co., Gold Medal fly waters
WILLIAM'S FORK: 30 min in Grand Co., small mountain brook trout stream
WILLOW CREEK: 90 min in Grand Co., small mountain brook trout stream
TROUBLESOME CK: 90 min in Grand Co., small mountain brook trout stream
In addition to fly fishing there are numerous vacation opportunities for the entire family within,
or near, to Summit Co. A brief list includes: Mountain biking, horseback riding, 44 miles of
paved bike trails, outlet shopping, museums, hiking and mountain climbing, scenic ski lift rides,
fabulous dining and great accommodations. The area has many national and state camp
grounds (CG reservations are usually required) and is 90 miles from Rocky Mountain National
Park (RMNP West Entrance).
ABOUT MY FLY FISHING HOME PAGE:
I am a ski instructor at Keystone Resort and an amateur fly-fisherman in the summer months. I
provide this fly fishing home page as information for everyone, and especially for my ski
students who return to Summit Co. to fish in the summer. Within this home page you will find
information on the local stream which I fish and a weekly update on what's happening on these
streams. Many of these fly waters are known locally and are not the major "tourist" streams.
They provide the guest with some very high quality fly fishing in remote mountain areas free
from large numbers of other fishermen. You may also find some short stories and poems
posted here. I have included links to some of my favorite Colorado fishing pages on the Net
and addresses and phone numbers for some of our local guides and fly fishing outfitters/stores.
I encourage you to use our guides whenever possible, they are after all the pros.
ABOUT FISHING SUMMIT COUNTY AND COLORADO:
A. REGULATIONS: Many of our streams/lakes may only be fished with artificial lures and flies,
and are catch and release only. Many stretches of water have special regulations (barbless
hooks only) and may be the habitats for protected (Fed/State) and endangered species of fish.
Please pay special attention to all signs and postings located on fishing waters and
obey all regulations and laws. Current Colorado state fishing regulations may be obtained
at any store which sells licenses. BEFORE YOU FISH, please make yourself completely
knowledgeable with the local regulations, they are there for YOU.
B. PRIVATE PROPERTY: Colorado's water-rights laws are incomprehensible to most of us.
Many of our fishing waters are located entirely, or in part, on privately held lands or privately
leased lands, and on state or federal lands. The simple rule is DO NOT TRESPASS. You may
obtain permission to fish some private waters but please respect private property and if you
have any questions check with the local guides or fishing clubs before you go.
WHEN IN DOUBT, GO SOMEWHERE ELSE TO FISH, THERE'S A LOT OF SPACE TO
FISH OUT HERE.
National Forest (NF) lands/parks may have special rules concerning fishing so please check in
with the local NF HQ. There are NF HQs in the local phone book for Arapahoe, White River, San
Isebel, and the Routt NFs and for Rocky Mtn. Natl. Park.
C. ALTITUDE: All of Summit Co, and much of the adjoining county lands are at ALTITUDE.
Base elevations for fishing in Summit Co are between 8,000-10,000 ft above sea level and
some high alpine lakes are above timber line at 11,500+ feet. When fishing, even in the
summer months, you must be prepared for high altitude and take the appropriate precautions.
SOME TIPS:
1. Sun block: Use a 30 block liberally, applying every 1-2 hr. Secondary skin burns may occur
without sun block. Use sun block even on cloudy days.
2. Hats/Sunglasses: Wear them even on cloudy days to provide additional head and eye
protection from the sun and from indirect UV reflected off water.
3. Back Packs: Whenever you hike into lakes or streams, take a back pack with a first aid kit,
rain suit, warm jacket, gloves, a good topo. map, compass, whistle, if you have one a radio/
cellular phone, water and power bars. Drink lots of water, constantly, as you dehydrate very
rapidly at these altitudes, especially on warm, sunny days. At these altitudes the weather can
change in a nanosecond. Many fast moving storms come from the west after mid-day and
depending on altitude they can include torrential downpours, lightning, hail and snow.
An important rule to follow when hiking at altitude include: 1. Buddy up. 2. Leave word at your
hotel, or a map with directions in your car, as to where you are going and when you expect to
be back, and check-out once you return.
USE OUR LOCAL GUIDES, THEY ARE BACK COUNTRY PROS, and its a modest expense
for fun and safety.
D. WILDLIFE: You will be fishing in someone else's home, please treat it that way. You may
encounter elk, deer, moose, beaver, porcupines, bears, mountain lions, lynx, fox, coyote,
badgers and weasels of all sorts. These are not zoo animals they are wild, free and
unpredictable. You are passing through their homes, so please leave them alone and avoid
them when possible. Do not approach them or try to feed them or even photograph them at
close range.
BE SAFE AND RESPECT ALL WILDLIFE!
E. HIGH ALTITUDE SICKNESS: Some of the symptoms include dizziness, nausea, light
headedness, confusion, shortness of breath, poor sleep, thirst, dry mouth and nose, nose
bleeding, blue lips and nail beds. These symptoms may occur gradually or suddenly depending
on your level of activity and the altitude. Should you experience any of these symptoms please
seek medical attention. All of our communities have medical facilities with medical personnel
expert in altitude sickness. In general, keep drinking lots of water, use sun protection and if
you begin to experience high altitude sickness in the backcountry go immediately to lower
altitudes.
F. THE WEATHER: The "usual" weather pattern for Summit Co., is cool clear mornings,
gathering clouds at mid-day and a late afternoon/evening thunderstorm.
REMEMBER, when you are fishing in high alpine areas the mountain ranges may run between
12,000-14,000 feet in altitude and you simply can not see these storms approaching, hence
you need to be prepared.
SOME TIPS:
1. Remember your back pack with rain gear and warm jacket.
2. Check local weather conditions before you leave for the day.
3. Listen for thunder, the storm may be only one peak away.
4. Be ready, if possible, to take shelter.
5. Be ready for SUDDEN temperature drops accompanied by snow/hail.
6. LIGHTNING IN THE MOUNTAINS IS DANGEROUS, don't ride it out, seek shelter or
leave the area immediately, if you can see lightning it in the mountains it's too close.
7. Fast moving storm fronts may be preceded by high winds.
8. USE GUIDES, they are the pros and familiar with the local conditions.
G. SOME PHONE NUMBERS:
ALL EMERGENCIES: 911
DIVISION OF WILDLIFE FISH REPORTS:
303-291-7533 (INFORMATION)
303-291-7534 (STOCKING)
COLORADO STATE PARKS
1313 SHERMAN ST. RM 618
DENVER, CO 80203
303-866-3437
U.S. FOREST SERVICE
BOX 25127
LAKEWOOD, CO 80225
303-236-4648
GUIDES AND LOCAL FLY FISHING STORES:
Mr. Jackson Streit, The Mountain Angler, P.O. Box 467, 311 S. Main St., Breckenridge, CO
80424, 970-453-4665. Mr. Streit is one of the most qualified and knowledgeable guides in the
area and his text on fly fishing Colorado is a must have: No
Nonsense Guide to Fly
Fishing Colorado
, by Jackson Streit, 1995, David
Communications, Publisher, ISBN# 0-9637256-4-5. Whatever he says is taken by most of us as
gospel for Summit Co. He can be reached at his store and please go and meet him.
Also in Summit county, and of excellent assistance are:
Gold Medal Fly Shop, P.O. Box 1399, 1130 Blue River Parkway, Silverthorne, CO, 80498, 970468-8961.
Summit Guides, Keystone Village, Keystone, CO 80435, 970-468-8945.
Columbine Outfitters, P.O. Box 2069, 502 Main Street, Silverthorne, CO 80443, 970- 2620966.
NOTE: Most of these stores will have daily hatch reports for the local streams as well as
maps and very good directions to streams. Maps may also be obtained at several of the local
bookstores, BLM maps at the Bookstore in Breckenridge and NF maps may be obtained at
the Arapahoe NF HQ located on the Blue River Parkway in Silverthorne.
PHOTOGRAPH 1: Lake Dillon at Sunset
INDEX TO MY FAVORITE FISHING HOLES:
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THE BLUE RIVER
THE WILLIAMS FORK
LAKE DILLON
THE COLORADO RIVER (UPPER SECTION)
THE NORTH FORK OF THE COLORADO RIVER (RMNP)
THE EAGLE RIVER
THE UPPER ARKANSAS RIVER
MAP 1: Map of Denver and Vacinity
1. THE BLUE RIVER
MAP 2:
LOCATION:
The "Blue" is one of Colorado's most
beautiful Gold Medal fly waters. Its
origin is Blue Mountain Lake on
Hoosier Pass, south of Breckenridge.
Blue Mtn. lake lies between 14,000
foot Quandary Peak and North Star
Mountain, in the famous Monte
Cristo mine district. This mining area
is the rhodocrhosite capitol of the
universe and the home of the "Alma
King" on display and the Natural
History Museum in Denver.
The best fishing is from the Lake Dillon dam north, downstream to the Colorado River in
Kremling. There are 10 miles of public access, see map, between Dillon and Green Mountain
Res. Excellent, big fish are taken below the Dillon Dam in the town of Silverthorne, due to the
abundance of Mysis shrimp in this area.
ACCESS:
Exit I-70 at the Dillon/Silverthorne exit. You will see the Dillon Dam to the east. You are now on
Colorado Hwy 9 which travels north to the town of Kremling following the path of the Blue for
much of the way. Much of the river access is on private ranch land, however the ten miles
between Silverthorne and GMR in Heeney have ample public access and parking are provided in
the State Wildlife Areas (SWAs) located all along this stretch of the river. Read and obey all
regulations posted on these signs.
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REGULATIONS:
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Artificial flies and lures only the entire river.
Catch and release only through the town of Silverthorne.
Most of the river is open year round except above Lake Dillon which is closed 1 Oct to 1
Feb for spawning.
Consult current Colorado regulations or the local fly shop for specific limits and sizes of
fish in the area you plan to fish.
Access only through SWA parking. Do not trespass on posted lands.
SPECIAL:
Major species
caught in the
Blue include:
German
Brown trout,
Brook trout,
Rainbow
trout,
Colorado
Cutthroat
trout, and
Kokanee
salmon from
GMR which
run the Blue
in the fall to
spawn.
Consult the
listed fly
shops for the
daily hatch
patterns.
DICK'S PICKS:
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Mysis shrimp
Midge
Elk hair caddis, Mark Lawson caddis
Red quill
There are NF and State campgrounds at Dillon Lake and GMR and along the Blue R. Excellent
accommodations may be found in Frisco, Dillon and Silverthorne and at the Keystone Resort. At
peak holiday times the Blue can become crowded. Local's favorite side trips can be taken to the
Swan River between Frisco and Breckenridge, Ten Mile creek between Frisco and Copper Mtn,
and to the Williams Fork (see WF site).
2. THE WILLIAMS FORK
MAP 3:
LOCATION:
While there
are
numerous
"local's"
favorites near
Summit Co.,
this small
mountain
creek
provides
some of the
most scenic
and secluded
fly fishing in
the area. The
WF originates
on the divide
near Byer's
Peak and this
tributary of
the Colorado
R. flows north along the southwest margin of Grand Co. joining the Colorado near Parshall on U.
S. 40. The WF enters a canyon and private land to the north, but much of the river south of the
canyon is accessible to the public. Near the north end of the canyon, the WF is impounded to
form Williams Fork reservoir, an excellent fly-fishing, northern pike lake, and then it flows into
the Colorado.
ACCESS:
Take Colorado Hwy 9 north from
Silverthorne approximately 8 miles
to the Ute Pass Road. Go east up
Ute Pass. Do stop at the top of the
pass for one of the most spectacular
and unknown views in the state, of
the Gore Mountain Wilderness.
Continue past the Henderson Mill
until the road becomes an excellent
Grand Co. dirt road #132. County
road #138 turns back south towards
the Henderson Mine and follows the
river to the state South Fork and
Sugarloaf CGs. The creek may be
accessed at the Kinney Creek
bridge, marked by a sign. Going
north on CR #132 you will come to
the Horseshoe CG and public access.
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REGULATIONS:
Artificial flies and lures only.
Catch and release only.
Most of the river is open year round for fishing.
Consult current regulations for size and limits and special closings.
SPECIAL:
This is primarily a native Brook and Rainbow trout stream but may be stocked. Fish are
typically 8-12 inches and boy howdy do they fight. This is a nice, small tail water which is no
more than a few feet deep with a rocky bottom. There are several beaver ponds along the flow
and they can get deep, so have a care.
DICK'S PICKS:
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Elk hair caddis
Red quill
Blue wing olive
Midge
3. LAKE DILLON:
MAP 4:
LOCATION:
Lake Dillon is
an
impoundment
of the Blue
and Snake
rivers and
Ten Mile
creek which
used to meet
in the old
town of
Dillon. As you
exit I-70 at
Dillon/
Silverthorne
head east on
Colorado
Hwy. 6
towards the
Keystone
resort. You
will see Dillon Dam immediately. As you pass by the town of Dillon the highway opens onto a
beautiful view of the lake looking south towards the Ten Mile Range and the Breckenridge ski
area. The lake is about seven miles long extending north to south, the dam in the west, and is
over 200 feet at its deepest point. It is well known by fishermen and sailors for its fearsome
winds over the dam which come up very quickly as well as rapidly moving storms which blow in
over the Ten Mile and Gore Ranges within minutes.
ACCESS:
Exit I-70 at Dillon traveling east on Colo. 6 to the town of Dillon. Access to the lake by boat at
either the Dillon town marina or the marina in Frisco. There is public access to the lake around
its entire length. There is NO fishing from the dam. There is float tube access to the Blue river
inlet at the Breckenridge water treatment plant on Swan Mtn. road just off of Colorado 9 as you
travel south on CO 9 to the town of Breckenridge. The lake may be fished either from boat or
from the shore. Boat rentals and public boat launches are available at both marinas. Private
boat docking space is available on a temporary basis.
REGULATIONS:
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While the lake is open year round to fishing, except the Blue R. above the lake which is
closed 1 Oct to 1 Feb, the lake freezes solid in the winter (Dec-June).
Consult Colorado current regulations for size and limits.
Consult current regulations in regard to bait use, flies and artificial lures; "some" baits
are permitted.
SPECIAL:
Species of fish found in the lake include German Brown trout which may become quite large
and are caught primarily on downriggers, rainbow trout, brook trout, cutthroat trout and
kokanee salmon in the 2-5 lb range.
There is good trolling with spoons, flashers and downriggers in the early spring, and good
trolling with spoons and minnow imitations year round near the shores and drop offs. In the
evenings year round there is good fly fishing at the three river inlets into the lake, either from
boat or from shore.
DICK'S PICKS:
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Trolling with repalas or small spoons
Elk hair caddis
Red quill
Blue wing olive
The NF CG at Giberson Bay is outstanding, but call for a reservation as some folks come and
camp all summer long.
There is a state CG on the east side of the lake at the old Lowry AFB property, and excellent
local accommodations in Frisco, Dillon and at the Keystone Resort.
Side fishing trips may be taken to the Snake river between Keystone Resort and Lake Dillon but
there are no fish upstream of Keystone as yet, because of mine run off. There is good fishing
on the Ten Mile creek from Frisco to Copper Mtn, but there are no fish upstream from Copper
Mtn., due to mine run off. The mouth of the Blue is a favorite local float tube spot (closed 1 Oct
to 1 Feb).
4. COLORADO RIVER, UPPER SECTION:
MAP 5:
LOCATION:
The upper
section of the
Colorado
between
Granby and
Kremling is
one of our
most famous
tail waters.
The river is
broad and
shallow with
a rock
bottom and
reliable
hatches. The
origin of the
Colorado is in
RMNP where
the river
flows south
into Lake Granby and Grand Lake, then west to Kremling through Byer's canyon. Towns along
its route include Hot Sulfur Springs, Parshall and Kremling. U.S. 40 parallels the river for this
section. The river flows primarily through private ranch land. Due to the graciousness of our
ranchers, the river may be accessed via SWAs along its course.
ACCESS:
From Denver take I-70 west to U.S. 40, Berthod Pass to Granby, then west to Kremling. From
Summit Co. take Colorado 9 north to Kremling, then east on U.S. 40 to Granby.
The river may be accessed along its route via SWAs. My favorite SWAs are the Kemp and
Breeze SWAs, west of Parshall, and the Lone Buck and Paul Gilbert SWAs, west of Byer's
canyon.
Please pay attention to all posted signs regarding access, do not trespass.
REGULATIONS:
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This section of the Colorado is open most of the year but consult Colorado Regulations
for the time of year you plan to fish.
SPECIAL:
This may be
some of the
best Gold
Medal trout
water in the
state and one
of my
favorite
areas. It
tends to have
few
fishermen in
the early to
late evening,
but can get
crowded on
peak
holidays. If
crowded, hit
one of the
side trips.
This is a classic western fly stream with good hatches of midges, tricos and caddis.
DICK'S PICKS:
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Elk hair caddis
Red quill
Trico
Yellow Sally
Midge
There are CGs at Lone Buck SWA, in Hot Sulfur Springs, at Grand Lake and in the Winter Park
recreation area of Grand Co. Accommodations may be found in Kremling, Granby, Grand Lake
and at RMNP.
If it gets crowded side trips may be taken to the North Fork of the Colorado in RMNP (see
next), Willow Creek, Troublesome Creek or the Williams Fork.
5. NORTH FORK OF THE COLORADO:
MAP 6:
LOCATION:
The NF of the
Colorado is
the river's
main tributary
flowing south
out of RMNP
to form the
Colorado
River. I guess
that everyone
has a favorite
stream or two
in their lives
and this is
one of mine.
The river at
this point is
approximately
5 miles long
and located
primarily
within RMNP with public access along its entire length. It meanders through one of the most
beautiful valleys of tall grass and pine forest, bounded on the east by the continental divide and
on the west by the Never Summer Mountain range.
ACCESS:
The river is open to the public over its entire length within RMNP. Take U.S. 40 to Colorado
Hwy 34 to RMNP West Entrance traveling north.
REGULATIONS:
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Although you are fishing entirely within RMNP, Colorado state fishing regulations apply.
But, stop in at the West Entrance HQ and check with the park rangers concerning federal
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fishing regulations, size and limit restrictions.
Park in public access areas only.
SPECIAL:
This is a
classic high
mountain
creek with
rocky/sandy
bottom, tail
waters,
beaver ponds
and deep
pools and
undercut
banks. Once
you fish it
you will
dream about
it the rest of
your life. In
the fall you
can stand
there fishing
and hear the
elk bugling in the forest.
Species of fish include Brook trout and Rainbow trout which fight like the dickens and in the fall
German Browns run upstream out of Grand Lake to spawn. Fish are typically 8-12 inches but
the Gr. Browns can run to 4-5 lbs.
There is camping throughout RMNP but call for reservations. Accommodations may be found in
Granby and Grand Lake and in the Winter Park recreation area.
Peak holidays may be crowded near the road but if you walk away from the road you may be
the only person fishing.
REMEMBER that this is a natural wildlife area and be aware of the presence of elk, deer
and moose. In the fall this valley is an elk migration route and you may not fish or trespass
on the western side of the river.
6. THE EAGLE RIVER:
MAP 7:
LOCATION:
The Eagle River is one of our exceptionally beautiful rivers flowing through some really
spectacular mountain country. The origin of the river is on the Tennessee and Fremont Passes
and in the Holy Cross Wilderness. Bounded by huge stands of aspen trees and pine forest, in
the fall the valley is breathtaking. Here the river flows north to the town of Minturn near Vail on
I-70, then it turns west to join the Colorado River in Dotsero.
ACCESS:
Take I-70 west to Vail then 5 miles to Mintrun, turning south towards Leadville and Tennessee
Pass on Colorado Hwy 24. The highway follows the Eagle for much of its length. I-70 also
follows the Eagle west through the towns of Avon, Edwards and Eagle from which there are
numerous SWA access sites.
I prefer the upper section from Minturn through Camp Hale, home of the 10th Mountain
Division as it is less crowded. I find exceptional fishing in the Hornsilver CG area before
Homestake creek.
REGULATIONS:
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The Eagle is open year round in all public areas with daily limits of 2 trout. Check current
regulations for size and limits.
At Minturn there is access to the Gold Medal waters on Gore creek which flows through
downtown Vail.
Artificial flies and lure only
SPECIAL:
Float trips on the Minturn to Dotsero section of the Eagle are very popular. You can only access
the upper Eagle above the Gilman mine site up to Camp Hale or below the mine back to
Minturn. Excellent nymphing may be found in the waters flowing from from beaver ponds.
Species found include Rainbow trout, Brook trout, German Brown trout and Cutthroats in the
higher feeder creeks.
DICK'S PICKS:
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Hares Ear nymph
Elk hair caddis
Red quill
Blue wing olive
There are great CGs at Hornsilver and Camp Hale and wilderness camping in the Holy Cross.
Four star dining and accommodations may be found in Vail/Beaver Creek.
Side fishing trips may be made to the Lower section of the Colorado River which runs north
from Dotsero up to Kremling, the Gold Medal waters of Gore Creek, and to the Arkansas River,
Twin Lakes and Turquoise Lakes areas near Leadville.
7. THE UPPER ARKANSAS RIVER:
MAP 8:
LOCATION:
I can't believe I'm going to tell anyone about this place, but if you've read this far you might
just be crazy enough to believe me. The Arkansas river begins on Fremont Pass at the Climax
mine north of Leadville and flows downstream along Colorado Hwy 91 into Turquoise Lake at
the foot of Mt. Massive. It is a small alpine stream full of beaver ponds and trout. It is difficult
fishing with lots of underbrush casts and hang ups, but full of fish. It is my after-work hot spot
and I am usually the only one fishing here.
ACCESS:
Exit I-70 at Copper Mtn on Colorado Hwy. 91 to Leadville. Just past the Climax mine on
Fremont Pass you cross the Arkansas in a culvert and the highway follows the river into
Leadville. You are in the San Isabel NF and you may access the stream along its entire course.
There is some private ranch land along the river about 4 miles downstream from the mine. Be
careful parking as there are no real parking areas, just fall hunters campsites.
REGULATIONS:
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Open to fishing year round, it is covered by 20-40 feet of snow in the winter, the river
usually opens up in June and I have fished it into October.
Cutthroats in this drainage are protected. Consult regulations for size and limits.
SPECIAL:
Species of fish include Rainbow trout, Brook trout and some Cutthroat trout, all fish occur in
the 10 inch range although I have caught a few 12-15 inch Rainbows.
DICK'S PICKS:
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Elk hair caddis, Mark Lawson caddis
Red quill
Trico
Blue wing olive
There are no CGs in the area but accommodations may be found in Leadville or Copper
Mountain. This creek makes for a delightful day trip with kids. You won't believe how many
fishermen pass this section by because it is so small. By the way, if you fish this, you owe me
one.
RECIPES:
The following recipes were borrowed from the
Colorado
, The Junior League of
Collage
Denver, pages 28, 198 and 199; C & C Publications,
Junior League of Denver, Inc., 6300 E. Yale Avenue,
Denver, CO 80222, ISBN 0-9603946-4-8. They're really
good:
Lemon Sage Trout - 8
servings
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8 1/2-pound whole boned trout, heads removed
1 tablespoon coarse salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
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1/4 cup chopped fresh sage
8 pieces foil, each large enought to wrap 1 trout
48 fresh whole sage leaves
Lay trout open, skin side down. Make 3 diagonal slashes in flesh on each side. Combine coarse
salt and pepper and rub entire cavity and each slash. Place trout in enamel or glass baking
dishes. Do not overlap.
In glass bowl, whisk lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped sage. Pour over trout, coating each
and allowing mixture to penetrate slashes. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and chill 3-12 hours,
turing occasionally.
Preheat ove to 400 degrees. Lightly oil foil pieces. Place trout, skin side down, in center of foil,
reserving marinade. Place 1 whole sage leaf over each slash. Drizzle reserved marinade evenly
over trout. Fold foil over to cover fish and fold edges together several times to seal. Place
packets on baking sheets and bake 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
Place trout on serving platter and spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cooking juices over each
trout. Serve at room temperature.
Lost Canyon Trout - 6
servings
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1/4 cup Digon mustard
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon light molasses
1 tablespoon honey
6 large boned trout, heads removed
3/4 cup pecans, toasted (page 381)
1/4 cup fresh white bread crumbs
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
In small bowl, combine mustard, garlic, molasses, and honey. Open trout and place, skin side
down, on baking sheet or in large baking pan. Do not overlap. Cover flesh evenly with reserved
mustard mixture and let stand, at room temperature, 30 minutes.
Prehea ove to 200 degrees. In food processor, combine toasted pecans, bread crumbs, and
chili powder and pulse until fine. Pour onto plate. In large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive
oil over medium heat. Dredge flesh sides of trout in bread crumb mixture. Place 1 or 2 of the
trout, skin side down, in skillet and cook until crisp and browned, about 4 minutes. Turn and
continue cooking about 2 minutes. Transfer to platter and place in oven to keep warm. Repeat
with remaining trout, adding additional olive oil when necessary. Serve immediately.
Classic Pate Mousse - 810 servings
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1 101/2-ounce can beef consomme with gelatin added
1/2 pound chicken or duck livers, tough bits of fiber removed and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1 cup whipping cream, divided
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 tablespoon brandy
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Pour 14/-inch layer of the conomme into 2-cup mold. Reserve remaining consomme for another
use. Chill until firmly congealed. Rinse and drain chopped livers thoroughly. In medium skillet,
melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add livers and shallots. Cook until lightly
browned and livers are no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
In small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of the whipping cream and gelatin over low heat. Heat
until gelatin is completely dissolved, 2-3 mintues. Do not stir. Remove from heat.
In food processor, cream remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add liver mixture, gelatin mixture,
brandy, salt, pepper, marjoram, ginger, cinnamon, remaining 3/4 cup cream, and lemon juice.
Process until thoroughly blended. Strain, pressing lightly to exude all liquid. Discard solids. Pour
liquid pate mixture gently into mold over congealed consomme. Chill overnight. Unmold by
inverting mold onto serving plate. Serve with toast points, baguette slices, or melba toasts.
Smoked Trout Pate - 4-6
servings
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8 ounces boned smoked trout, skinned
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 ounces goat cheese
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon Tobasco
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1 tablespoon rinsed, drained capers
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
In food processor, combine trout, cream cheese, goat cheese, and butter. Pulse until slightly
blended. Add green onion, horseradish, lemon juice, Tabasco, capers, and parsley. Process
until well blended. Chill several hours and serve with water crackers or baguette slices.
WEEKLY FISHING REPORT
LINKS:
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ANGLERS ONLINE: http://boulder.earthnet.net/%7Eanglers/
Colorado Fly Fishing Links:http://www.ofps.ucar.edu/%7Ejohn/fish/links.
html
TROUT TALES: http://www.inetmkt.com/bobs/ttalesag.html
US Geological Survey, Water Resources of Colorado Water data server:http://
srv2dcolka.cr.usgs.gov/water_data.html/
PHOTO GALLERY
North Fork Colorado River
Gore Mountain Range, from
Ute Pass, Valley of Blue
River
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