Colorado Parks and Wildlife Asks Anglers to Limit Fishing Hours Due to Warm River Temperatures

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As of Friday, July 15, 2022 Colorado Parks and Wildlife is asking anglers to voluntarily avoid fishing on sections of the Fraser River, Colorado River, and Eagle River from 12:00 p.m. until 11:59 p.m. daily due to warm water temperatures. In a release on the topic, they point to heat, drought and low water levels that contribute to elevated water temperatures that deplete oxygen levels, causing fish to stop feeding and become more susceptible to disease.

In a statement Colorado Parks and Wildlife Northwest Region Senior Aquatic Biologist Lori Martin said, “We need their help to conserve these resources and that’s why we’re asking anglers to carefully consider the water and weather conditions when they go fishing. If water seems too warm or fish appear lethargic, it would be best to call it a day or find another fishing opportunity at higher elevations”