Gunnison County, CO · Inland River
Taylor River
A Gold Medal tailwater below Taylor Park Reservoir near Almont — the "Hog Trough" below the dam grows enormous, ultra-selective trout on a mysis-shrimp drift, with classic pocket water downstream. A trophy Colorado fly fishery.
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Top picks today
Rainbow Trout & Brown Trout — tied at the top (0/100)
2 species tied for best of 2 tracked at Taylor River.
Fire Weather Watch issued June 5 at 10:47AM MDT until June 9 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
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Species at Taylor River
2 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top 2 (tied) are open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Rainbow Trout Skip the Rainbow Trout trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 10 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Oncorhynchus mykiss — The most heavily stocked trout in Maryland. Put-and-take fisheries across the state plus holdover/wild fish in Western MD streams (Savage, Youghiogheny tailwater, Gunpowder). Takes PowerBait, small spinners, and standard dry/nymph patterns.
Prefers. Water 45–68°F (ideal 55°F) · either tide · depth 3–20 ft.
- Daily creel
- 4
Statewide trout aggregate: 4/day, 8 in possession (rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat). No statewide minimum size; many waters carry slot or gear restrictions — confirm the water-specific CPW rule.
Source: Colorado non-tidal regulations · verified 2026-06-01.
#1 Brown Trout Skip the Brown Trout trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 10 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Salmo trutta — Naturally reproduces in the Gunpowder River tailwater (Loch Raven below Prettyboy) and several Western MD streams; also heavily stocked. Typically more wary than rainbows. Classic mayfly hatches on the Gunpowder — sulphurs, BWOs, caddis. Streamer-eaters after dark.
Prefers. Water 45–68°F (ideal 55°F) · either tide · depth 3–25 ft.
- Daily creel
- 4
Part of the statewide 4-fish trout aggregate (8 in possession). No statewide minimum size; Gold Medal and trophy waters often add gear and slot limits.
Source: Colorado non-tidal regulations · verified 2026-06-01.
Location Info
Water Body
Inland River
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Colorado non-tidal
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Notes
Colorado: the catch-and-release Gold Medal section below the dam is flies-and-lures-only — confirm the reach.
Local reports & rules for Taylor River: Colorado Parks & Wildlife fishing & regulations → · fish-consumption advisory →
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Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Taylor River?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Taylor River you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Taylor River?
Taylor River is listed on this site for 2 commonly-targeted species: Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Taylor River?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Taylor River against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Taylor River have?
Taylor River has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp. Colorado: the catch-and-release Gold Medal section below the dam is flies-and-lures-only — confirm the reach.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Taylor River?
state agency regulations apply at Taylor River. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Taylor River tidal water?
No. Taylor River is non-tidal — water level varies with rainfall, seasonal flow, and (where applicable) upstream dam releases rather than tidal exchange.