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Lake Fork Gunnison River Fishing

Fishing, Gunnison, Colorado, The CVD
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The Lake Fork of the Gunnison River is a great place to find large fish and plenty of them. Located southwest of the town of Gunnison, the river is rumored to contain twice the number of trout over fourteen inches in length needed to obtain "Gold Medal" status.

Whether that's true or not, anglers will find lots of browns, rainbows and cutthroats at numerous spots along the river. The fish average between ten and sixteen inches long, but some can be twenty inches or longer.

After a long day of pulling in those large fish, anglers can rest their tired arms at one of several campgrounds located along the river or wander in to nearby Lake City, where there are plenty of places to stay, eat and shop.

Spots with public access are located at several spots along the Lake Fork:

  1. Sapinero Canyon - Approximately 5 miles of public fishing, 20 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  2. Smock Ranch - Approximately 3 miles of public fishing, 20 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  3. The Gate/ Thomas Ranch - Approximately 1 1/2 miles of public fishing, 14 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  4. Big Bend - Approximately 1/2 mile of public fishing, 13 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  5. Alpine Road Turnoff - Approximately 1/8 mile of public fishing, 11 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  6. High Bridge Canyon - Approximately 1 mile of public fishing, 6 1/2 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  7. Baker Canyon - Approximately 2 miles of public fishing, 5 miles north of Lake City on Highway 149.
  8. Vickers Ranch - Approximately 3/4 mile of public fishing, 2 1/2 miles south of Lake City at Highway 149 bridge.

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Last Frontier Lodge LLC Bed & Breakfast email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Year-round rustic style lodge overlooks Crawford Lake State Park, near Crawford, with views of the West Elk Mountain Range. A short drive to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
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Waiting for your adventure-a QUIET destination high in the San Juan Mountains. Modern & fully equipped cabins at the south end of Lake City. Rent NEW jeeps on-site for scenic drives. FREE Wi-Fi.
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This downtown Lake City property has studio & 2-bedroom cabins. Amenities include barbecue grills, laundry, groceries and gasoline. Cabins are within walking distance to shops, restaurants & city parks.
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