Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 31, 2025. Let me tell you, it's shaping up to be a fantastic day on the water!

The sun's peeking over the horizon at 6:43 AM, and we've got clear skies with a high of 65°F. Perfect conditions for wetting a line! The river's running at about 1770 CFS below Glenwood Springs, which is a bit higher than last week but still great for fishing.

Folks, the trout are waking up and the hatches are thick! We're seeing plenty of blue-winged olives and midges, so make sure you've got those patterns in your fly box. The rainbow and brown trout have been hitting hard on small spinners and spoons in silver and gold. If you're into fly fishing, try an Irresistible Adams or Parachute Adams in sizes 16-24.

Word on the street is that some lucky anglers have been pulling in rainbows in the 14-16 inch range, with a few trophy browns pushing 20 inches. The Colorado pikeminnow are also starting to get active, so keep an eye out for these big boys!

For you bait fishermen, worms and salmon eggs have been doing the trick. But if you want my two cents, try drifting a small jig tipped with sucker meat – the lake trout can't resist it!

Now, let me clue you in on a couple of hot spots. The stretch near Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs has been on fire lately. If you're looking for something a bit more secluded, head up to Grizzly Creek. Just remember, some spawning closures are in effect, so keep an eye out for those signs.

One last thing – with the water warming up, don't forget about those smallmouth bass. They're starting to get frisky, and a well-placed crankbait might just land you a walloper!

Alright, folks, that's all I've got for now. Remember to respect the river, practice catch and release when you can, and most importantly, have a blast out there! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time. Tight lines, everyone!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 30, 2025. The sun's peeking out at 6:46 AM and will be calling it a day at 7:22 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines.

Weather's looking mighty fine today, folks. We're expecting clear skies with a high of 72°F and a gentle breeze from the southwest. Perfect conditions for some river fishing!

Now, let's talk fish. The striped bass have been on fire lately! Anglers have been pulling in some real beauties, with several 20-pounders reported this week. Largemouth bass are also biting well, especially in the early morning and late afternoon.

For you trout enthusiasts, the rainbow bite has been solid below Davis Dam. PowerBait and small spinners are the go-to, but fly anglers are having success with midges and small nymphs.

As for bait, live shad has been the ticket for stripers. If you're going artificial, try throwing some deep-diving crankbaits or jigging spoons. For the largemouth, plastic worms and jigs have been producing well.

Hot spots? You can't go wrong with the Willow Beach area. The submerged structures there have been holding some nice stripers. If you're looking for bass, try the coves around Callville Bay.

For you shore anglers, the fishing pier at Katherine Landing on Lake Mohave has been producing some nice catches. Throw out some cut anchovies, and you might just hook into a monster striper.

Remember, folks, the water's warming up, so you might want to start speeding up your presentations a bit. And don't forget to pick up your fishing license if you haven't already.

Tides aren't a factor here on the Colorado River, but keep an eye on those water releases from the dams. They can affect the bite, especially for our striped friends.

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines and see you on the water!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 28, 2025. Let me tell you, the fishing's been heating up lately as we move into spring.

The weather's looking mighty fine today, with sunny skies and highs around 60°F. Sunrise was at 6:52 AM and sunset will be at 7:23 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. The river flow is running at about 930 CFS below Glenwood Springs, which is pretty typical for this time of year.

Now, let's talk fish. The trout have been getting more active as the water warms up. Rainbows and browns are the main catch, with some reports of 16-20 inchers being landed. Midges and Blue Winged Olives are the hot ticket right now. For you nymph fishermen, try running a double nymph rig with a larger stonefly pattern followed by a smaller midge or BWO nymph. If you're into dry flies, keep an eye out for afternoon hatches and have some Parachute BWOs in size 18-22 ready to go.

For you streamer junkies, the bite's been picking up too. Cloudy days have been best for swinging some meat. Try a Sculpzilla in size 6-8 with a slow retrieve in the deeper runs.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch near Grizzly Creek or the area around Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs. Both have been producing some nice fish lately.

Remember, the spring runoff ain't too far off, so make the most of these clear water conditions while they last. And don't forget your sunscreen – that high country sun can be sneaky.

Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

Howdy, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 26, 2025.

The sun's peeking over the horizon at 6:12 AM, and we've got a beauty of a day ahead. Temps are starting off chilly at 38°F but warming up to a comfortable 62°F by afternoon. Sunset's at 7:08 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet your lines.

Now, let's talk fish. The river's running clear at about 930 CFS below Glenwood Springs, which is prime for some early spring action. Trout are starting to get more active, especially in the afternoons. We're seeing good numbers of rainbows and browns in the 12-16 inch range, with a few lunkers pushing 20 inches.

For you fly fishers, midges are still the main course. Size 20-24 black beauties and zebra midges are producing well. As the day warms up, we're starting to see some blue-winged olive activity. A size 18-20 parachute BWO might just entice a big one to the surface.

Spin fishers, don't feel left out. Small gold or silver spinners are working wonders, especially in deeper pools. And for you bait dunkers, a nightcrawler or salmon egg under a bobber is still hard to beat.

Hot spots this week include the stretch near Rifle Gap State Park and down by the Rulison boat ramp. The confluence with Roaring Fork is also producing some nice catches.

A few lucky anglers have been hooking into some decent-sized pike near Parachute. These toothy critters are hitting on large streamers and crankbaits.

Remember, folks, we're still in that transition period between winter and spring. Fish are starting to move, but they're not in full feeding mode yet. Slow and steady retrieves are the name of the game.

Lastly, a friendly reminder that the seasonal spawning closure on tributaries of the lower Roaring Fork and middle Colorado rivers is in effect. Let's give those fish some privacy, ya hear?

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines and see you on the river!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 24, 2025. The weather's been a mixed bag lately, with temps ranging from the mid-40s to low 60s. We've had some cloudy days, which have been great for fishing, but keep an eye on those afternoon thunderstorms rolling in.

Sunrise is around 6:45 AM, and sunset's about 7:15 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet a line. The spring runoff hasn't kicked into high gear yet, so we're still seeing decent clarity in most stretches. Water temps are hovering in the low to mid-40s, which means the trout are starting to get more active.

Rainbow and brown trout have been the stars of the show lately. Anglers working the deeper pools and seams have been pulling in some nice 14-18 inchers, with a few bigger boys in the mix. We've also seen an uptick in mountain whitefish catches, especially in the faster runs.

For you fly fishers out there, midges are still the main course. Size 20-24 black or red midges have been producing well. As we move into late March, keep an eye out for blue-winged olive hatches in the afternoons. Nymphing with stonefly patterns and small mayfly nymphs has also been effective.

If you're more of a spin fishing enthusiast, small gold or silver spinners have been doing the trick. Don't overlook the trusty nightcrawler either – the trout seem to have a sweet tooth for them right now.

For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch below Pumphouse Recreation Area. The deep runs and pockets there have been holding some nice fish. Another good bet is the area around Radium – the mix of riffles and pools provides plenty of holding water for hungry trout.

Remember, the regulations changed this year, so make sure you're up to date on the latest rules. Catch and release is encouraged, but if you're keeping fish, stick to the daily limit of four trout.

That's all for now, folks. As always, tight lines and stay safe out there on the water!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 23, 2025. We've got a beautiful Sunday ahead of us, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching a comfortable 72°F. Sunrise was at 6:13 AM, and we'll have light until sunset at 6:47 PM, giving us plenty of time on the water.

The river flow is holding steady at about 12,000 cfs below Hoover Dam, which is creating some nice conditions for fishing. Water temps are hovering around 58°F, so the fish are starting to get more active as we move into spring.

Striped bass have been the hot ticket lately, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. They're hitting on anchovies and cut bait, but if you're looking to throw some artificials, try white or chartreuse swimbaits or deep-diving crankbaits. The area around Government Wash has been particularly productive.

Largemouth bass action is picking up too. Anglers are having success with soft plastics like Senkos and creature baits, especially in watermelon or green pumpkin colors. The backs of coves with submerged vegetation have been holding some nice fish.

Rainbow trout are still biting well, particularly in the Willow Beach area. Powerbait and small spinners like Panther Martins are your best bets. The trout have been averaging around 12-14 inches, but a few lucky anglers have landed some in the 18-20 inch range.

Catfish have been biting well in the evenings, particularly around the Lake Mead Marina. Stinkbaits and cut shad are your best bets there.

For you panfish enthusiasts, bluegill and crappie are starting to move into shallower water. Try small jigs tipped with worms or mealworms around structure in 5-10 feet of water.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the Hemenway Harbor area for stripers and largemouth, or head down to Willow Beach if you're after trout. The Boulder Basin has also been producing some nice catches of stripers for those trolling with downriggers.

Remember to grab your license and check the regulations before heading out. Tight lines, everyone!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 22, 2025. The weather's been a mixed bag lately, with temps ranging from the mid-40s to low 60s. We've had some scattered showers, but nothing too heavy. Today's looking partly cloudy with a high of 58°F. Sunrise was at 6:23 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 7:11 PM.

Now, onto the fishing. The spring runoff hasn't kicked into high gear yet, so we're still seeing decent clarity in most stretches. Water temps are hovering in the low 40s, which means the trout are starting to get more active.

Rainbow and brown trout have been the stars of the show lately. Anglers working the deeper pools and seams have been pulling in some nice 14-18 inchers, with a few bigger boys in the mix. We've also seen a uptick in mountain whitefish catches, especially in the faster runs.

For you fly fishers out there, midges are still the main course. Size 20-24 black or red midges have been producing well. As we move into late March, keep an eye out for blue-winged olive hatches in the afternoons. Nymphing with stonefly patterns and small mayfly nymphs has also been effective.

If you're more of a spin fishing enthusiast, small gold or silver spinners have been doing the trick. Don't overlook the trusty nightcrawler either – the trout seem to have a sweet tooth for them right now.

For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch below Pumphouse Recreation Area. The deep runs and pockets there have been holding some nice fish. Another good bet is the area around Radium – the mix of riffles and pools provides plenty of holding water for hungry trout.

Remember, the regulations changed this year, so make sure you're up to date on the latest rules. Catch and release is encouraged, but if you're keeping fish, stick to the daily limit of four trout.

That's all for now, folks. As always, tight lines and stay safe out there on the water!

Alright folks, Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 21, 2025. Sun's coming up at 6:58 AM and setting at 7:15 PM, giving us a solid chunk of daylight to work with. Weather's looking decent today - partly cloudy with highs in the mid-60s, but keep an eye out for those afternoon thunderstorms rolling in.

Now, let's talk fish. The river's been running a bit high lately, around 2,500 CFS, but it's starting to level out. Water clarity is improving, and we're seeing some good action, especially in the upper stretches near Kremmling. Browns and rainbows have been pretty active, with a few reports of 20+ inch fish being landed.

Midges are still the name of the game in the mornings, but we're starting to see some Blue-Winged Olive hatches in the afternoons. Don't put away those streamer boxes just yet though - there's been some monster browns chasing down sculpin patterns in the deeper runs.

For you nymph fishermen, Pat's Rubber Legs in sizes 8-12 have been producing well, especially when paired with a smaller Pheasant Tail or RS2 as a dropper. If you're throwing dries, size 18-20 BWOs or Parachute Adams have been getting some looks.

Bait fishermen, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs are still your best bet. Just remember to check those regulations - some stretches are artificial only.

As for hot spots, the stretch below Pumphouse Recreation Area has been fishing well, especially if you can get there early before the crowds. For a bit more solitude, try the walk-and-wade section through Gore Canyon - just watch your footing.

That's the scoop for today, anglers. Remember to handle those fish with care and pack out what you pack in. Tight lines, and I'll catch y'all on the river!

Howdy, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 19, 2025. Sun's peeking over the horizon at 6:12 AM, and we've got a beauty of a day ahead. Temps are starting off chilly at 38°F but warming up to a comfortable 62°F by afternoon. Sunset's at 7:08 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet your lines.

Now, let's talk fish. The river's running clear at about 930 CFS below Glenwood Springs, which is prime for some early spring action. Trout are starting to get more active, especially in the afternoons. We're seeing good numbers of rainbows and browns in the 12-16 inch range, with a few lunkers pushing 20 inches.

For you fly fishers, midges are still the main course. Size 20-24 black beauties and zebra midges are producing well. As the day warms up, we're starting to see some blue-winged olive activity. A size 18-20 parachute BWO might just entice a big one to the surface.

Spin fishers, don't feel left out. Small gold or silver spinners are working wonders, especially in deeper pools. And for you bait dunkers, a nightcrawler or salmon egg under a bobber is still hard to beat.

Hot spots this week include the stretch near Rifle Gap State Park and down by the Rulison boat ramp. The confluence with Roaring Fork is also producing some nice catches.

A few lucky anglers have been hooking into some decent-sized pike near Parachute. These toothy critters are hitting on large streamers and crankbaits.

Remember, folks, we're still in that transition period between winter and spring. Fish are starting to move, but they're not in full feeding mode yet. Slow and steady retrieves are the name of the game.

Lastly, a friendly reminder that the seasonal spawning closure on tributaries of the lower Roaring Fork and middle Colorado rivers starts today. Let's give those fish some privacy, ya hear?

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines and see you on the river!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 17, 2025. The sun's peeking over the horizon at 6:12 AM, and we've got a beauty of a day ahead. Temps are starting off chilly at 38°F but warming up to a comfortable 62°F by afternoon. Sunset's at 7:08 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet your lines.

Now, let's talk fish. The river's running clear at about 930 CFS below Glenwood Springs, which is prime for some early spring action. Trout are starting to get more active, especially in the afternoons. We're seeing good numbers of rainbows and browns in the 12-16 inch range, with a few lunkers pushing 20 inches.

For you fly fishers, midges are still the main course. Size 20-24 black beauties and zebra midges are producing well. As the day warms up, we're starting to see some blue-winged olive activity. A size 18-20 parachute BWO might just entice a big one to the surface.

Spin fishers, don't feel left out. Small gold or silver spinners are working wonders, especially in deeper pools. And for you bait dunkers, a nightcrawler or salmon egg under a bobber is still hard to beat.

Hot spots this week include the stretch near Rifle Gap State Park and down by the Rulison boat ramp. The confluence with Roaring Fork is also producing some nice catches.

A few lucky anglers have been hooking into some decent-sized pike near Parachute. These toothy critters are hitting on large streamers and crankbaits.

Remember, folks, we're still in that transition period between winter and spring. Fish are starting to move, but they're not in full feeding mode yet. Slow and steady retrieves are the name of the game.

Lastly, a friendly reminder that the seasonal spawning closure on tributaries of the lower Roaring Fork and middle Colorado rivers starts today. Let's give those fish some privacy, ya hear?

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines and see you on the river!