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Fishing
Yampa River - Steamboat Section
The Yampa River is one of the last major free-flowing rivers in the Colorado River basin. The stretch through Steamboat Springs offers excellent public access for wade fishing for hard-fighting rainbow and brown trout, with opportunities to catch northern pike as well.
Steamboat Springs / ColoradoAreaSteamboat SpringsSteamboat Springs
Coordinates40.48000, -106.83000Open in Maps for navigation
ActivityFishingColorado water directory
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Lodging
Full range of lodging in Steamboat Springs.,rentalsGuides:Excellent fly shops and guide services in town.,accessibility:Paved trail provides great access to many spots.,fishingDetails:{primarySpecies:Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Northern Pike,bestSeasons:Post-runoff in summer is excellent. Fall can be great for larger, aggressive trout.,bestTimes:Mid-day to evening.,fishingMethods:Wade fishing, float fishing.,restrictions:Standard CPW regulations apply.