Fishing

Dolores River

The Dolores River below McPhee Reservoir is a scenic tailwater that offers great fishing for rainbow and brown trout when water flows permit. It winds through a beautiful canyon with good public access.

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Dolores / Colorado

AreaDoloresDolores

Coordinates37.50000, -108.50000Open in Maps for navigation

ActivityFishingColorado water directory

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Lodging

Camping and lodging in Dolores.,rentalsGuides:Fly shops in Dolores and Cortez.,accessibility:Requires navigating natural terrain.,fishingDetails: primarySpecies:Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout,bestSeasons:When flows are good (typically May-July).,bestTimes:Mid-day.,fishingMethods:Wade fishing with nymphs and dry flies.,restrictions:Check local regulations.