Ouray, CO Fishing Trip — September

Your Ouray, CO Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 45°F2.4" rain · 15 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in September

Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various

September Weather in Ouray

68°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

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

9 Guides Near Ouray

No guides are based in Ouray, 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 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

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.

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.

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.

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