Gutzler Lakes near Kremmling: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Set in Eagle County, Colorado, this is Gutzler Lakes. It sits in mixed forest. At 6 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. The closest town, Kremmling, is 12 miles away. Boulder is the closest city, 65 miles away. The boundary is near enough that local access rules are worth double-checking. There is room enough here for more than one party without crowding.

• Where to Fish on Gutzler Lakes

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Survey and observation records for Eagle County include brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout and cutthroat trout. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. On Gutzler Lakes the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July near 56°F and January near 18°F on the long-run figures. Expect a real winter and a strong spring after it. Hard cover is dependable here; it goes around early May. On average, early May opens the water and mid November closes it again. The strongest runs come at either end of the open season. It holds true on Gutzler Lakes more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Parking space is the usual limit rather than the bank itself. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Little Cottonwood Reservoir sits 2.1 miles off and takes the overflow. Ask locally about Gutzler Lakes if anything is unclear.