Cache La Poudre
CO
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River
About Cache La Poudre
The Cache La Poudre River, Colorado's only Wild and Scenic River, offers exceptional fly fishing opportunities for rainbow, brown, cutbow, and Greenback cutthroat trout, with occasional reports of Kokanee salmon. This dynamic river, with headwaters in Rocky Mountain National Park, features a variety of fast riffles, pockets, and pools, providing excellent wading and bank access. Anglers will find consistent insect activity with hatches including Blue Wing Olives, Pale Morning Duns, Caddis, and Stoneflies, making it a prime location for dry fly, nymphing, and streamer techniques. Special regulations apply to certain sections, emphasizing artificial flies and lures with catch-and-release policies in many areas, so be sure to consult local guidelines. Access is available via Trail Ridge Road and Highway 14, with the upper reaches generally offering the best fishing.
Access
Seasons
Terrain
Water
Fish Species
Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Cutthroat
Fishing Styles
undefined USGS Water Conditions
Water conditions for the last 7 days. You can gain insights to fishing activity based on these conditions, like water temperature and flow.
Methods
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Wade Friendly
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Float Friendly
Land Ownership
National Park
Public Forest Service
Trip Planning
Best fishing typically occurs during spring and summer. Check water conditions before heading out.
For more insight on the conditions, including hatches and water temperatures, check out the Hatch Forecast.