When people speak of the Colorado River, they often put the adjective “mighty” before the name. Up here in Grand County, however, at its source, the river responsible for the creation of the Grand Canyon begins as a trickle of snow melt high in the Never Summer Range of the Rocky Mountains. From this small trickle comes a clear brook tumbling across verdant meadows and down cramped red rock gorges.
Fly fishermen from around the world come here to test their skills while river rafters enjoy spectacular white water challenges as the river winds its way through Gore Canyon and beyond. Discover Colorado by traveling the 80 mile Colorado River Scenic and Historic Byway.
Fraser River
The Fraser River originates from the base of Berthoud Pass and is the first main tributary river to the Colorado River. Often overlooked, the Fraser River offers the chance to land Brown, Cutthroat and Rainbow Trout as large as 20 inches.
Williams Fork River
The Williams Fork River, originating from the western slope of the Continental Divide, is a tributary to the Colorado River. The river provides prime fly-fishing opportunities for Brown, Cutthroat and Rainbow Trout while the Williams Fork Reservoir offers anglers the chance to hook into Northern Pike, Mackinaw and Kokonee Salmon.
Blue River
The Blue River is a Gold Medal fishery, and one of the most scenic rivers in Colorado. The Blue has two gorgeous runs that can have some exciting whitewater action. It flows from the Dillon Reservoir Dam, just above the town of Silverthorne, to the confluence with the Colorado River at Kremmling.
