Crested Butte, CO Fishing Trip — February
Your Crested Butte, CO Fishing Trip
February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 35°F / Low 10°F2.3" rain · 13 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in February
5 species
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairNorthern Pike
Various
FairWalleye
Various
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
LowSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
February Weather in Crested Butte
35°F
Avg High
10°F
Avg Low
2.3"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
1 in Crested Butte + 24 Nearby
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore / freshwater / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Colorado Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$36.08
Non-Resident$97.97
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Includes fishing in both lakes and streams.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific regulations for individual bodies of water as special rules may apply.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Anglers are encouraged to harvest all Northern Pike they catch in certain areas to help control populations. Check specific regulations for individual bodies of water as special rules may apply.
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:One Walleye longer than 21 inches allowed in the daily bag limit.
Check specific regulations for individual bodies of water as special rules may apply.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.