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What's Biting in Rifle
3 species reported in the Rifle area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.
What's Biting By Month
Month-by-Month Fishing in Rifle, CO
Fishing in Rifle in January
January is a slower stretch for fishing around Rifle — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Rifle in February
1 species is active in and around Rifle in February: Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in March
3 species are active in and around Rifle in March: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in April
3 species are active in and around Rifle in April: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in May
3 species are active in and around Rifle in May: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in June
3 species are active in and around Rifle in June: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in July
3 species are active in and around Rifle in July: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in August
1 species is active in and around Rifle in August: Rainbow Trout. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in September
3 species are active in and around Rifle in September: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in October
3 species are active in and around Rifle in October: Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in November
1 species is active in and around Rifle in November: Largemouth Bass. Book one of Rifle's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Rifle in December
December is a slower stretch for fishing around Rifle — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Rifle
Rifle, Colorado offers freshwater fishing with 3 species reported in the area and 1 local guide ready to take you out. The best months to fish are March, April, May, June.
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What You Can Catch in Rifle
Walleye
Walleye fishing near Rifle, Colorado, largely revolves around the Colorado River and its associated reservoirs. While not as abundant as trout, walleye are present and offer a unique angling opportunity.
Full walleye guide for Rifle →Rainbow Trout
Rifle, Colorado, is a fantastic base for rainbow trout fishing, with the Roaring Fork River and its tributaries being a major draw. The Fryingpan River, a short drive away, is a tailwater fishery renowned for its large trout.
Full rainbow trout guide for Rifle →Largemouth Bass
Rifle, Colorado, offers some surprisingly good largemouth bass fishing, primarily in the numerous ponds and small reservoirs scattered throughout the area. While not known as a bass fishing mecca, these smaller waters can produce quality fish.
Full largemouth bass guide for Rifle →Fisheries near Rifle
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