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Colorado River Fishing Report March 2025: Trout Bite Heats Up, Hatches Emerge
Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 11, 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. Sunrise is around 6:15 AM and sunset's about 6:05 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet a line.
Water levels on the Colorado are running a bit below average for this time of year, sitting at about 88% of median flow. Clarity's been decent, especially in the upper stretches. Water temps are creeping into the low 40s, which means we're starting to see some good Blue Winged Olive hatches.
Trout fishing's been picking up nicely. Folks have been having luck with rainbows and browns, mostly in the 12-16 inch range, but I've heard whispers of a few 20+ inchers being landed. The kokanee salmon bite has been hit or miss, but when they're on, they're on!
For you lure chuckers, small spoons and spinners in gold or silver have been producing. Don't forget about those trusty Rapalas either. If you're into fly fishing, nymphing with small midges, BWO nymphs, and San Juan Worms has been the ticket. As for streamers, try stripping some Woolly Buggers or Sculpzilla patterns.
Live bait anglers, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs are still solid choices. Just remember to check local regulations, as some stretches are artificial lures only.
For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch below Gore Canyon or around State Bridge. The Pumphouse area's been producing too. If you're looking for a float trip, the section from Rancho del Rio down to Two Bridges has been fishing well.
One last thing - keep an eye out for spawning rainbows. They'll be starting to pair up soon, so let's give 'em some space and focus on the feeding fish.
That's all for now, folks. Remember, the tug is the drug, and there's no better cure than tight lines on the Colorado! This is Artificial Lure, signing off. See you on the river!
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. Sunrise is around 6:15 AM and sunset's about 6:05 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet a line.
Water levels on the Colorado are running a bit below average for this time of year, sitting at about 88% of median flow. Clarity's been decent, especially in the upper stretches. Water temps are creeping into the low 40s, which means we're starting to see some good Blue Winged Olive hatches.
Trout fishing's been picking up nicely. Folks have been having luck with rainbows and browns, mostly in the 12-16 inch range, but I've heard whispers of a few 20+ inchers being landed. The kokanee salmon bite has been hit or miss, but when they're on, they're on!
For you lure chuckers, small spoons and spinners in gold or silver have been producing. Don't forget about those trusty Rapalas either. If you're into fly fishing, nymphing with small midges, BWO nymphs, and San Juan Worms has been the ticket. As for streamers, try stripping some Woolly Buggers or Sculpzilla patterns.
Live bait anglers, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs are still solid choices. Just remember to check local regulations, as some stretches are artificial lures only.
For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch below Gore Canyon or around State Bridge. The Pumphouse area's been producing too. If you're looking for a float trip, the section from Rancho del Rio down to Two Bridges has been fishing well.
One last thing - keep an eye out for spawning rainbows. They'll be starting to pair up soon, so let's give 'em some space and focus on the feeding fish.
That's all for now, folks. Remember, the tug is the drug, and there's no better cure than tight lines on the Colorado! This is Artificial Lure, signing off. See you on the river!
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By Quiet. PleaseHey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for March 11, 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. Sunrise is around 6:15 AM and sunset's about 6:05 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet a line.
Water levels on the Colorado are running a bit below average for this time of year, sitting at about 88% of median flow. Clarity's been decent, especially in the upper stretches. Water temps are creeping into the low 40s, which means we're starting to see some good Blue Winged Olive hatches.
Trout fishing's been picking up nicely. Folks have been having luck with rainbows and browns, mostly in the 12-16 inch range, but I've heard whispers of a few 20+ inchers being landed. The kokanee salmon bite has been hit or miss, but when they're on, they're on!
For you lure chuckers, small spoons and spinners in gold or silver have been producing. Don't forget about those trusty Rapalas either. If you're into fly fishing, nymphing with small midges, BWO nymphs, and San Juan Worms has been the ticket. As for streamers, try stripping some Woolly Buggers or Sculpzilla patterns.
Live bait anglers, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs are still solid choices. Just remember to check local regulations, as some stretches are artificial lures only.
For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch below Gore Canyon or around State Bridge. The Pumphouse area's been producing too. If you're looking for a float trip, the section from Rancho del Rio down to Two Bridges has been fishing well.
One last thing - keep an eye out for spawning rainbows. They'll be starting to pair up soon, so let's give 'em some space and focus on the feeding fish.
That's all for now, folks. Remember, the tug is the drug, and there's no better cure than tight lines on the Colorado! This is Artificial Lure, signing off. See you on the river!
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. Sunrise is around 6:15 AM and sunset's about 6:05 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet a line.
Water levels on the Colorado are running a bit below average for this time of year, sitting at about 88% of median flow. Clarity's been decent, especially in the upper stretches. Water temps are creeping into the low 40s, which means we're starting to see some good Blue Winged Olive hatches.
Trout fishing's been picking up nicely. Folks have been having luck with rainbows and browns, mostly in the 12-16 inch range, but I've heard whispers of a few 20+ inchers being landed. The kokanee salmon bite has been hit or miss, but when they're on, they're on!
For you lure chuckers, small spoons and spinners in gold or silver have been producing. Don't forget about those trusty Rapalas either. If you're into fly fishing, nymphing with small midges, BWO nymphs, and San Juan Worms has been the ticket. As for streamers, try stripping some Woolly Buggers or Sculpzilla patterns.
Live bait anglers, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs are still solid choices. Just remember to check local regulations, as some stretches are artificial lures only.
For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the stretch below Gore Canyon or around State Bridge. The Pumphouse area's been producing too. If you're looking for a float trip, the section from Rancho del Rio down to Two Bridges has been fishing well.
One last thing - keep an eye out for spawning rainbows. They'll be starting to pair up soon, so let's give 'em some space and focus on the feeding fish.
That's all for now, folks. Remember, the tug is the drug, and there's no better cure than tight lines on the Colorado! This is Artificial Lure, signing off. See you on the river!