Fishing
Stalking trout at the Beaver Meadow's pondLocated on the renowned North Fork of the Cache La Poudre River, we are an angler's paradise. In addition to the naturally established population of Brown and Brook trout, we stock beautiful, full size Rainbow Trout annually.
Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch features three fishing/casting ponds just footsteps from our restaurant and lodging facilities. They are ideal for the novice fisherman and a joy to the seasoned angler due to the sheer abundance of trout that they hold. For the more adventurous, just a short trek from the base facilities places you amongst a maze of beaver ponds ... within whose willows is the home of the wild Colorado Brook Trout. These creatures are a beautiful and tasty prize for those with the patience and skill to stalk them. In addition to the fishing opportunities we offer, there are five public lakes within a fifteen minute drive.
A Colorado Fishing License is Required. For More Information Call or Visit The Colorado Division Of Wildlife (303) 297-1192.
Your Fishing License can be purchased locally in the Red Feather Lakes Village
Tackle Sales - So here you are, in the heart of Colorado trout country, and all your fishing gear is at home. No problem! Our Gift Shop sells rod and reel packages as well as hand tied flies, assorted lures, specialty items, and other angler necessities. The only thing we can't provide is luck, so bring that with you!
Regulations
Fishing Passes- Beaver Meadows' Fishing Passes are required to fish on our ponds, streams and river. Proceeds from our fishing passes go towards stocking fish, patrolling, and stream improvement.
| Fishing Passes (per person) | |
| One Day | $10 |
| Season | $150 |
| Children 6 and under - accompanied by a paying adult | FREE |
Fishing Regulations - Colorado State requires fishing licenses, even on private land. The state rules, given out with the license, must be followed. Other rules may be imposed. Beaver Meadows enforces a four fish kept per day limit, for those fishing our open fishing ponds and section of river east of the Homestead Cabin. Any four fish caught may be kept for a fee of $3.90 per pound. Fish caught and kept over 14 inches long cost $30. The rest must be returned to the stream unless they are injured. Injured fish must be kept and paid for. Only barbless hooks are allowed.
Fishing Lessons
Just want a quick refresher on spinning a spinning rod or sample of fly fishing? Ever wanted to learn how to use a bait caster? Our one-hour fishing lesson will get you started on the right foot!
| Fishing Lessons (per person) | |
| Private | $40 |
| Group | $25 |
Learn the basics of working a fly rod, how to operate the reel, which lures and flies to use and when and much more. Let our experienced fishing instructors show you just how easy it is to enjoy the sport and give you the knowledge and direction to sharpen that enjoyment. Choose between our private lessons or bring along the whole family for a group lesson and a discounted rate! Please be sure to bring your own fishing gear! Advance reservations required.
Guided Trips
Rainbow TroutBring your friends and enjoy one of our guided fishing trips together. Choose from our 4-hour "Half Day Guided Fishing Trip" or our 8-hour "Full Day Guided Fishing Trip". Each guided fishing trip includes a Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch one-day fishing pass for your trip. Learn, review, or fine-tine your skills: basic casting for the river, retrieval techniques, netting a fish securely, knot tying, stay on top of changing water conditions, and fish movement. Advance reservations required.
| Half Day Trip (total price) | |
| 1 or 2 people | $200 |
| 3 people | $250 |
| Full Day Trip (total price) | |
| 1 or 2 people | $325 |
| 3 people | $400 |
