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Manitou Springs, CO Fishing Trip — December

Your Manitou Springs, CO Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 28°F1.5" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

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

December Weather in Manitou Springs

51°F
Avg High
28°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

6 Guides Near Manitou Springs

No guides are based in Manitou Springs, but these guides operate nearby.

Angler's Covey - Angler's Covey
Angler's Covey

Angler's Covey

4.8(602)Top Rated

Located conveniently on the way out of town on highway 24, Angler's Covey is your one stop for all the fly fishing gear you need.

Colorado Springs, Colorado
South Platte Fly Shop - South Platte Fly Shop
South Platte Fly Shop

South Platte Fly Shop

4.9(187)Top Rated

Select images of fly fishing guide trips on the Dream Stream, Eleven Mile Canyon, 11 Mile Canyon, Deckers and Cheesman Canyon.

Woodland Park, Colorado
The Drift Fly Shop - The Drift Fly Shop
The Drift Fly Shop

The Drift Fly Shop

4.8(147)Top Rated

Contact Us by calling 719-543-3900, by contact form, or visit us 943 W. Hwy 50, Pueblo CO 81008. You can also find us on Facebook! %

Pueblo, Colorado
Minturn Anglers - Minturn Anglers
Minturn Anglers

Minturn Anglers

4.5(88)Top Rated
Lone Tree, Colorado
Atmore Outfitters - Atmore Outfitters
Atmore Outfitters

Atmore Outfitters

5(8)Top Rated

Hunting and fishing is something we are passionate about. We ensure our clients have fun, are safe, and have productive hunts and fishing trips.

Cañon City, Colorado
Golden Fly Shop - Golden Fly Shop
Golden Fly Shop

Golden Fly Shop

5Top Rated

The last component of a fresh fly line setup is the right leader. The best way to select a leader is according to the size and weight of the fly you're looking to cast. Shop now!

inshore
Castle Rock, Colorado
$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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Rainbow Trout

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Northern Pike

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

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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 Fishing

  • 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.

Buy License Online — Colorado

Species Regulations

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

Check specific regulations for individual bodies of water as special rules may apply, including Gold Medal Waters.

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.

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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