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Colorado River Fishing Report: Flows, Hatches, and Tactics for May 2025

Colorado River Fishing Report: Flows, Hatches, and Tactics for May 2025

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 Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for this fine Friday morning, May 16, 2025.

The Colorado's been showing its spring personality lately, yo-yoing like it typically does this time of year. Flows are running around 2936 CFS below Glenwood Springs and still climbing[1]. Water clarity has been all over the place - turning brown after hot days but clearing up nicely after cooler ones[1]. Good news is if the river stays clean through the Canyon, the Fork isn't affecting the lower stretches too much.

The fishing's been solid - I'd rate it a 7 out of 10 right now[1]. We've got excellent hatches happening with a great caddis hatch in full swing, plus those spring blue winged olives and midges[1]. Some of you have reported seeing small green drake and PMD nymphs too.

Important reminder: those annual spawning closures are still in effect at Grizzly, Canyon, Castle and Elk Creeks until June 1st[1]. Rainbow trout are spawning, so please respect the no-fish zones and don't target those spawners[2].

For your tackle box today, I'd recommend weighted worms, Pat's Rubber Legs, caddis nymphs, leeches and streamers for the most action[2]. If you're hoping to fish dries, bring some Caddis, BWOs and Midge patterns[2]. The articulated Dundgeon or Sculpzilla have been producing nice strikes for streamer folks[2].

For nymphing, start with a heavier big first fly like a Pat's Rubber Leg or weighted worm, then trail a caddis pupa[2]. Streamer tactics have been working best when targeting the banks or, if wading, casting to mid-river and stripping on the swing. Many anglers are getting hits during that retrieve just before recasting[2].

Hot spots today: If you're wanting clearer water, the upper C is looking better since they recently lowered flows, making it easier to locate fish in pools and eddies[2]. The lower C remains a bit off-color as we're approaching peak runoff season, but don't let that discourage you - the fish are still there and hungry.

For those looking to avoid runoff issues altogether, check out tailwaters like the South Platte at Deckers or Cheesman where spring hatches are happening despite the seasonal high flows[5].

Quick tip from the locals: fish earlier or later in the day when temperatures are cooler for the best clarity. The river's been clearing up nicely after cooler evenings.

That's the word on the water today, folks. Remember to check your regulations, respect those spawning areas, and as we say around here - tight lines and wet nets!
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