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Empire, CO Fishing Trip — January

Your Empire, CO Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 27°F / Low 6°F1.8" rain · 14 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

January Weather in Empire

27°F
Avg High
6°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

43 Guides Near Empire

No guides are based in Empire, but these guides operate nearby.

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Alpine Fishing Adventures - Alpine Fishing Adventures
Alpine Fishing Adventures

Alpine Fishing Adventures

5(426)Top Rated
Dillon, Colorado
Big Ed's Fishing Ventures - Big Ed's Fishing Ventures
Big Ed's Fishing Ventures

Big Ed's Fishing Ventures

5(537)Top Rated

Big Ed's Fishing on Lake Dillon, Antero Reservoir, and Stagecoach Reservoir! Best Prices! Hot locations. Charter Boat Fishing for the whole family, novices, kids, and least expensive. Ice fishing.

Dillon, Colorado
Lost Outfitters Fly Fishing - Lost Outfitters Fly Fishing
Lost Outfitters Fly Fishing

Lost Outfitters Fly Fishing

5(288)Top Rated

Get expert Estes Park fishing reports, RMNP fly fishing tips, hiking guides, and local adventure updates on the Lost Outfitters blog. Read more now!

Estes Park, Colorado
Kirks Flyshop - Kirks Flyshop
Kirks Flyshop

Kirks Flyshop

4.9(1108)Top Rated

Kirks Flyshop is proud to be the most complete retail store and fishing guide destination in Grand Lake, Colorado. Please contact us for guided fly fishing trips in the Rocky Mountains.

Estes Park, Colorado
Vail Valley Anglers - Vail Valley Anglers
Vail Valley Anglers

Vail Valley Anglers

4.9(335)Top Rated

Fly fishing guide service and retail shop in the heart of Colorado’s Trout Country. Visit us in-store or online to book guided trips, shop for new gear, or talk fly fishing.

Speckled Trout
Edwards, Colorado
Front Range Anglers - Front Range Anglers
Front Range Anglers

Front Range Anglers

4.9(303)Top Rated

Home - Front Range Anglers | Fly Fishing

Boulder, Colorado
Cutthroat Anglers - Cutthroat Anglers
Cutthroat Anglers

Cutthroat Anglers

4.8(437)Top Rated

Colorado's Premier Fly Fishing Shop Hosting Guided Fly Fishing Tours On World-Class Rivers and Lakes. We Offer, Fly fishing lessons, Fishing reports, Guide school, Fishing Tackle, Waders and Boots, Fly Rods and Reels, Clothing, Hats, Packs, Gear and Summit County’s Largest Selection Of Flies, Freshwater and Saltwater.

Silverthorne, Colorado
Kirks Flyshop Grand Lake - Kirks Flyshop Grand Lake
Kirks Flyshop Grand Lake

Kirks Flyshop Grand Lake

4.9(261)Top Rated

Kirks Flyshop Grand Lake is your source for fly fishing gear, tackle, and guided trips in the Rocky Mountains. Book your trip today!

Grand Lake, Colorado
Golden Fly Shop - Golden Fly Shop
Golden Fly Shop

Golden Fly Shop

4.8(268)Top Rated
Golden, Colorado
Minturn Anglers - Graham Moran
Graham Moran

Minturn Anglers

4.9(229)Top Rated

Vail & Denver Fly Fishing Guide Service. Guide owned fly shops in Vail, Denver & Minturn, Colorado.

fly fishing
Minturn, Colorado
Rocky Mountain Anglers - Rocky Mountain Anglers
Rocky Mountain Anglers

Rocky Mountain Anglers

4.9(217)Top Rated

A fly fishing shop offering supplies, gear & advice, with regular events & classes for all ages.

Boulder, Colorado
North Fork Ranch Guide Service - North Fork Ranch Guide Service
North Fork Ranch Guide Service

North Fork Ranch Guide Service

5(192)Top Rated

Offering premier fly fishing guided trips on the best public and private water in Colorado, as well as fly fishing classes & corporate group trips.

Bailey, Colorado
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$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

Peak

Northern Pike

Various
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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M
A
M
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J
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O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
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M
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J
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Also Consider Fishing In...

Estes Park6 guides · 43 miAspen5 guides · 73 miDillon4 guides · 21 miBuena Vista3 guides · 69 miBreckenridge3 guides · 27 miEdwards3 guides · 51 mi

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 fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray

Colorado Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$36.08
Non-Resident$97.97
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes fishing in both lakes and streams.

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Species Regulations

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.

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.

Smallmouth 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.

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