Colorado River Fishing Report: Prepping for Winter's Chill [140 characters]

# Colorado River Fishing Report - December 2, 2025

Well folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with today's fishing report for the Colorado River and the surrounding waters here in Colorado. We're heading into December now, and let me tell you, conditions are shifting as we move deeper into winter.

First things first – we've got a winter storm inbound according to yesterday's Colorado River report, so keep an eye on those conditions before you head out. That said, the water temperature around Fort Collins is holding steady, and Horsetooth Reservoir and the Cache la Poudre are maintaining pockets of open water even as smaller ponds start icing over. This is your window right now.

Here's what's been happening on the water. Rio Grande cutthroat trout have started showing up thanks to earlier stockings. From the Colorado border down to the Taos Junction Bridge, you're looking at a two-fish limit, and anglers have been connecting with these beautiful native trout. For bait, you can't go wrong with the classics – worms and PowerBait are absolutely putting fish in the boat, especially if you're targeting stocked rainbows. If you're a fly angler, don't sleep on this time of year – winter fly fishing in Colorado is often called the "Secret Season" for a reason, and it can be one of the most productive times to get on the water.

Now, if you're planning a trip, I'd suggest hitting Horsetooth Reservoir or getting into the Cache la Poudre – those are your best bets right now with consistent open water. For tackle, work shallower areas with soft plastics, and don't hesitate to throw some flippin' jigs around any structure you find. Early morning and evening are still your prime windows before that weather rolls in.

Get out there while you can, folks. Thanks for tuning in to this report, and make sure you subscribe for more updates on the water. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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