South Arkansas River Fishing near Salida, Colorado

South Arkansas River is a stream located just 1.5 miles from Salida, in Chaffee County, in the state of Colorado, United States. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, walleye and catfish 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 South Arkansas River. Alternate names for this stream include South Fork Arkansas River.

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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