Kayak Fishing in Colorado

Explore 158 kayak fishing launch points across Colorado. Find boat ramps, water conditions, and directions.

158 fishing spots89 Lakes66 Reservoirs2 Creeks
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Creede State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~1 mi from Creede

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Cowdrey Lake State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~1 mi from Cowdrey

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Sweitzer Lake State Park

Colorado · ~2 mi from Delta

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Jackson Lake State Park

Colorado · ~2 mi from Orchard

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Deer Park Fishing Access

Colorado · ~2 mi from South Fork

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Stalker Lake State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Wray

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Lathrop State Park

Colorado · ~3 mi from Walsenburg

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Lake Henry State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Sugar City

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Lathrop State Park

Colorado · ~3 mi from Walsenburg

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Bear Creek Lake City Park

Colorado · ~3 mi from Morrison

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Highline Lake State Park

Colorado · ~3 mi from Loma

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Highline Lake State Park

Colorado · ~3 mi from Loma

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Lathrop State Park

Colorado · ~3 mi from Walsenburg

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Highline Lake State Park

Colorado · ~4 mi from Loma

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Barr Lake State Park

Colorado · ~4 mi from Brighton

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Highline Lake State Park

Colorado · ~4 mi from Loma

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San Luis State Park

Colorado · ~5 mi from Mosca

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Boyd Lake State Park

Colorado · ~5 mi from Loveland

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Coller State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~5 mi from South Fork

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Boyd Lake State Park

Colorado · ~5 mi from Loveland

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Steamboat Lake State Park

Colorado · ~5 mi from Clark

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Rio Grande River State Wildlife Area (Del Norte Fishing Easements)

Colorado · ~6 mi from Del Norte

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Steamboat Lake State Park

Colorado · ~6 mi from Clark

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Steamboat Lake State Park

Colorado · ~6 mi from Clark

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Ridgway State Park

Colorado · ~6 mi from Ridgway

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Turks Pond State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~7 mi from Two Buttes

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Coller State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~7 mi from South Fork

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Narraguinnep Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~1 mi from Lewis

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Crawford State Park

Colorado · ~1 mi from Crawford

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Crawford State Park

Colorado · ~2 mi from Crawford

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Boedecker Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~2 mi from Loveland

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Coller State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~8 mi from South Fork

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Elkhead Reservoir State Park

Colorado · ~8 mi from Hayden

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Elkhead Reservoir State Park

Colorado · ~8 mi from Hayden

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Seymour Lake State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~8 mi from Coalmont

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Southshore Marina

Colorado · ~9 mi from Pueblo

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Lake Pueblo State Park

Colorado · ~9 mi from Pueblo

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Lonetree Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Berthoud

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Lonetree Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Berthoud

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Holbrook Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Swink

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Holbrook Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Swink

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Brush Hollow State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Penrose

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Totten Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Cortez

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Lon Hagler State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Loveland

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Lon Hagler State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~3 mi from Loveland

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Delaney Butte Lakes State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~9 mi from Walden

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Delaney Butte Lakes State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~9 mi from Walden

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Delaney Butte Lakes State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~10 mi from Walden

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Echo Canyon Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~4 mi from Pagosa Springs

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Lake Pueblo State Park - Northshore Marina

Colorado · ~10 mi from Pueblo

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Mancos State Park

Colorado · ~4 mi from Mancos

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Flagler Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~4 mi from Flagler

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Lake John State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~10 mi from Cowdrey

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Lake John State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~11 mi from Cowdrey

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Chatfield State Park

Colorado · ~4 mi from Littleton

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Stagecoach State Park

Colorado · ~4 mi from Oak Creek

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Ramah Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~5 mi from Ramah

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Skaguay Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~5 mi from Victor

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Puett Reservoir State Wildlife Area

Colorado · ~5 mi from Dolores

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Chatfield State Park

Colorado · ~5 mi from Littleton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I go kayak fishing in Colorado?

Colorado has 158 kayak fishing locations listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, reservoirs, creeks, rivers.

Do I need a fishing license to kayak fish in Colorado?

Yes, Colorado requires a valid fishing license for kayak fishing. License requirements and fees vary. Check Colorado's fish and wildlife agency for current regulations, season dates, and any special permits for certain bodies of water.

What are the best kayak fishing spots in Colorado?

The best kayak fishing spots in Colorado depend on what species you're targeting. Browse our 158 listings below to find locations with the right water type, launch access, and amenities for your trip.