Fishing · Montrose, CO

Cimarron River

moderateEarly spring conditions. Water levels may be rising with snowmelt, potentially leading to muddy water in some areas. Check recent flows before fishing.

Directions

Before you go

Live · nearest station Montrose, 18 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

66°

Smoky

Feels like 66°

Trailhead temp

58° est. at 8,000 ft

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:19 am to 8:11 pm

Uncompahgre River at Delta is running 128 cfs and rising, water 65°.

Distance

—

Elevation gain

775ft

High point

8,013ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Cimarron River in Montrose, Colorado, is a moderate-elevation fishery situated at 8,000 feet. It offers accessible fly fishing and spin casting opportunities from April through October. The river system includes three forks, Middle, East, and West, and a tailwater section below Silver Jack Reservoir. Cold, clear water supports populations of wild brown trout, rainbow trout, and native cutthroat trout. Average fish size ranges from 10 to 12 inches. The river features shallow freestone sections and deep pools, with crystal-clear water that can be affected by spring snowmelt. Public access is available via Highway 50 and side roads, with parking provided in established areas. The Cimarron State Wildlife Area allows fishing access from July 1 through December 31, with parking in designated zones. Pets are permitted at most access points.

Trail profile

Gain

775 ft

Avg grade

—

Steepest

—

High point

8,013 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Main Access Point8,000 ft

2Secondary Access Point7,971 ft

3Inlet 27,971 ft

4Riffle 38,013 ft

5Scenic Overlook7,238 ft

Latest water reportfair

Early spring conditions. Water levels may be rising with snowmelt, potentially leading to muddy water in some areas. Check recent flows before fishing.

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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