Colorado Parks and Wildlife has implemented voluntary fishing closures on several Western Slope rivers. The affected rivers include the Colorado, Eagle, Crystal, and Roaring Fork. This decision was made due to extremely low flows and high water temperatures.

Severe drought conditions have driven river flows to well below 50% of normal. The closures began on Friday, July 17. Further details on the closures can be found through Colorado Parks and Wildlife or the Glenwood Springs Post Independent.

Local anglers and residents can find more information on the voluntary fishing closures through these sources. The closures aim to address the current environmental conditions on the affected rivers.