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Fort Collins, CO Fishing Trip — October

Your Fort Collins, CO Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 40°F1.4" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

October Weather in Fort Collins

64°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
3
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.

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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
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
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
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
Fly Fish Estes Park - Fly Fish Estes Park
Fly Fish Estes Park

Fly Fish Estes Park

5(150)Top Rated

Guided Fly Fishing in Beautiful Estes Park Colorado. Explore Rocky Mountain National Park and the surrounding areas with one of our knowledgable local guides. Greenback Cutthroat Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Brooke Trout. Fly Fish, Estes Park, Colorado, Fishing, Guide

Brown TroutCutthroat TroutRainbow Trout
Estes Park, Colorado
The Flyfisher Guide Service - The Flyfisher Guide Service
The Flyfisher Guide Service

The Flyfisher Guide Service

5(108)Top Rated
Black Hawk, Colorado
Sasquatch Fly Fishing - Sasquatch Fly Fishing
Sasquatch Fly Fishing

Sasquatch Fly Fishing

4.8(72)Top Rated

fly fishing estes park, fly fishing rocky mountain national park, fly fishing colorado,

Estes Park, Colorado
Estes Angler - Estes Angler
Estes Angler

Estes Angler

4.7(65)Top Rated

The first Estes Park fly fishing outfitter dedicated to family fishing, we offer fly fishing trips in Estes Park, CO, Rocky Mountain National Park, and more

Estes Park, Colorado
Liarflies-Colorado Fly Fishing Adventures - Liarflies-Colorado Fly Fishing Adventures
Liarflies-Colorado Fly Fishing Adventures

Liarflies-Colorado Fly Fishing Adventures

5(41)Top Rated

Contact: Liarflies custom trout flies for fly fishing the rivers and lakes of Northern Colorado. Expert Fly-Fishing Instruction and guided trips.

Speckled Trout
Wellington, Colorado
Lincoln Hills Fly Fishing Club - Lincoln Hills Fly Fishing Club
Lincoln Hills Fly Fishing Club

Lincoln Hills Fly Fishing Club

4.8(44)Top Rated
fly fishing
Black Hawk, Colorado
Peak to Plains Guide Service - Guided Fly Fishing in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park - Peak to Plains Guide Service - Guided Fly Fishing in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park
Peak to Plains Guide Service - Guided Fly Fishing in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park

Peak to Plains Guide Service - Guided Fly Fishing in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park

5(22)Top Rated

Fy fishing adventures in Colorado’s scenic and productive waters, including Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, and the eastern Plains.

Estes Park, 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
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Walleye

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

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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.

Buy License Online — Colorado

Species Regulations

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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Bag limit is for trout, grayling, and kokanee salmon in aggregate. Special regulations apply on specific waters; consult the Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing regulations brochure.

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.

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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