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Colorado River Fishing Report: Stripers, Trout, and Catfish Thrive in Springtime Conditions
Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for Saturday, May 10, 2025. Spring has the river alive and anglers are enjoying some of the best conditions of the season.
Weather today is textbook Colorado River springtime. Early morning temperatures started in the mid-60s and are rising to the upper 70s by afternoon, all under mostly clear skies. Light breezes are expected, creating ideal casting conditions. Sunrise was at 5:38 am and sunset will be at 7:32 pm, so there is ample daylight for a full day on the water. The Colorado River isn’t tidal in this area, but water levels tend to rise gradually through the morning due to upstream releases, pushing fish into the current breaks and closer to shore and cover, especially in backwaters and coves[3][4].
The fishing action has been solid across the board. Striped bass are biting well, particularly early and late in the day. Anglers have reported consistent catches of stripers up to five pounds, with some larger fish possible if you put in the hours. Best results have come on cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters. Covering ground and targeting deeper runs or drop-offs has been key for finding active schools. Community Park and the stretch below Davis Dam are both producing and are your best bets for hot striper action right now[4].
Brown trout are active in the upper reaches, responding well to larger flies and lures. Dry fly fishing is starting to heat up with the spring hatches, but if you’re after a trophy, large woolly buggers fished in slack water remain a top choice. For those targeting catfish, things have picked up in the lower river and backwaters. Standard offerings like cut bait, chicken livers, and catfish nuggets have all been putting channel cats in the basket. Look for catfish anywhere there’s a bit of current break or deeper holes in the backwaters[5].
Lure and bait recommendations for today include:
- For stripers: cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters
- For brown trout: large woolly buggers, larger dry flies, and spinners
- For catfish: cut bait, livers, and commercial catfish nuggets[4][5]
For anglers looking for prime locations, Community Park, areas below Davis Dam, and the upper reaches near Grand Junction are fishing well. The backwaters and coves near Laughlin and below Davis Dam are also holding plenty of fish thanks to the recent water level fluctuations[4][5].
Best of luck out there. I always recommend an early start for stripers and a late evening session for catfish and trout. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!
Weather today is textbook Colorado River springtime. Early morning temperatures started in the mid-60s and are rising to the upper 70s by afternoon, all under mostly clear skies. Light breezes are expected, creating ideal casting conditions. Sunrise was at 5:38 am and sunset will be at 7:32 pm, so there is ample daylight for a full day on the water. The Colorado River isn’t tidal in this area, but water levels tend to rise gradually through the morning due to upstream releases, pushing fish into the current breaks and closer to shore and cover, especially in backwaters and coves[3][4].
The fishing action has been solid across the board. Striped bass are biting well, particularly early and late in the day. Anglers have reported consistent catches of stripers up to five pounds, with some larger fish possible if you put in the hours. Best results have come on cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters. Covering ground and targeting deeper runs or drop-offs has been key for finding active schools. Community Park and the stretch below Davis Dam are both producing and are your best bets for hot striper action right now[4].
Brown trout are active in the upper reaches, responding well to larger flies and lures. Dry fly fishing is starting to heat up with the spring hatches, but if you’re after a trophy, large woolly buggers fished in slack water remain a top choice. For those targeting catfish, things have picked up in the lower river and backwaters. Standard offerings like cut bait, chicken livers, and catfish nuggets have all been putting channel cats in the basket. Look for catfish anywhere there’s a bit of current break or deeper holes in the backwaters[5].
Lure and bait recommendations for today include:
- For stripers: cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters
- For brown trout: large woolly buggers, larger dry flies, and spinners
- For catfish: cut bait, livers, and commercial catfish nuggets[4][5]
For anglers looking for prime locations, Community Park, areas below Davis Dam, and the upper reaches near Grand Junction are fishing well. The backwaters and coves near Laughlin and below Davis Dam are also holding plenty of fish thanks to the recent water level fluctuations[4][5].
Best of luck out there. I always recommend an early start for stripers and a late evening session for catfish and trout. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!
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By Quiet. PleaseArtificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for Saturday, May 10, 2025. Spring has the river alive and anglers are enjoying some of the best conditions of the season.
Weather today is textbook Colorado River springtime. Early morning temperatures started in the mid-60s and are rising to the upper 70s by afternoon, all under mostly clear skies. Light breezes are expected, creating ideal casting conditions. Sunrise was at 5:38 am and sunset will be at 7:32 pm, so there is ample daylight for a full day on the water. The Colorado River isn’t tidal in this area, but water levels tend to rise gradually through the morning due to upstream releases, pushing fish into the current breaks and closer to shore and cover, especially in backwaters and coves[3][4].
The fishing action has been solid across the board. Striped bass are biting well, particularly early and late in the day. Anglers have reported consistent catches of stripers up to five pounds, with some larger fish possible if you put in the hours. Best results have come on cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters. Covering ground and targeting deeper runs or drop-offs has been key for finding active schools. Community Park and the stretch below Davis Dam are both producing and are your best bets for hot striper action right now[4].
Brown trout are active in the upper reaches, responding well to larger flies and lures. Dry fly fishing is starting to heat up with the spring hatches, but if you’re after a trophy, large woolly buggers fished in slack water remain a top choice. For those targeting catfish, things have picked up in the lower river and backwaters. Standard offerings like cut bait, chicken livers, and catfish nuggets have all been putting channel cats in the basket. Look for catfish anywhere there’s a bit of current break or deeper holes in the backwaters[5].
Lure and bait recommendations for today include:
- For stripers: cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters
- For brown trout: large woolly buggers, larger dry flies, and spinners
- For catfish: cut bait, livers, and commercial catfish nuggets[4][5]
For anglers looking for prime locations, Community Park, areas below Davis Dam, and the upper reaches near Grand Junction are fishing well. The backwaters and coves near Laughlin and below Davis Dam are also holding plenty of fish thanks to the recent water level fluctuations[4][5].
Best of luck out there. I always recommend an early start for stripers and a late evening session for catfish and trout. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!
Weather today is textbook Colorado River springtime. Early morning temperatures started in the mid-60s and are rising to the upper 70s by afternoon, all under mostly clear skies. Light breezes are expected, creating ideal casting conditions. Sunrise was at 5:38 am and sunset will be at 7:32 pm, so there is ample daylight for a full day on the water. The Colorado River isn’t tidal in this area, but water levels tend to rise gradually through the morning due to upstream releases, pushing fish into the current breaks and closer to shore and cover, especially in backwaters and coves[3][4].
The fishing action has been solid across the board. Striped bass are biting well, particularly early and late in the day. Anglers have reported consistent catches of stripers up to five pounds, with some larger fish possible if you put in the hours. Best results have come on cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters. Covering ground and targeting deeper runs or drop-offs has been key for finding active schools. Community Park and the stretch below Davis Dam are both producing and are your best bets for hot striper action right now[4].
Brown trout are active in the upper reaches, responding well to larger flies and lures. Dry fly fishing is starting to heat up with the spring hatches, but if you’re after a trophy, large woolly buggers fished in slack water remain a top choice. For those targeting catfish, things have picked up in the lower river and backwaters. Standard offerings like cut bait, chicken livers, and catfish nuggets have all been putting channel cats in the basket. Look for catfish anywhere there’s a bit of current break or deeper holes in the backwaters[5].
Lure and bait recommendations for today include:
- For stripers: cut anchovies, silver swimbaits, Jumpin’ Minnows, and Kastmasters
- For brown trout: large woolly buggers, larger dry flies, and spinners
- For catfish: cut bait, livers, and commercial catfish nuggets[4][5]
For anglers looking for prime locations, Community Park, areas below Davis Dam, and the upper reaches near Grand Junction are fishing well. The backwaters and coves near Laughlin and below Davis Dam are also holding plenty of fish thanks to the recent water level fluctuations[4][5].
Best of luck out there. I always recommend an early start for stripers and a late evening session for catfish and trout. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!