Blue Lake Fishing near Crested Butte, Colorado

Blue Lake is a lake located just 7.4 miles from Crested Butte, in Gunnison County, in the state of Colorado, United States, near Irwin, CO. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including catfish, perch, rainbow trout and brown trout here. Whether you’re baitcasting, fly fishing or spinning your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Blue Lake.

Join us as we discuss the Colorado Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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