Fort Collins, CO Fishing Trip — March
Your Fort Collins, CO Fishing Trip
March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 30°F1.8" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in March
8 species
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodWalleye
Various
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
GoodBrown Trout
Various
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
March Weather in Fort Collins
57°F
Avg High
30°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
14 Guides Near Fort Collins
No guides are based in Fort Collins, but these guides operate 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 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.
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.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3
Size Limit:20-inch minimum
Only one striped bass can be over 30 inches. Specific regulations may vary by location, so check local postings.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific regulations for designated Gold Medal Waters or special locations.
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.