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Colorado Gore Creek

Characteristics updated over 1 year ago
Flow updated about 1 hour ago

Nestled in the heart of Vail, Colorado, Gore Creek is a fly fishing gem renowned for its pristine waters and abundant trout populations. Anglers can experience the thrill of catching rainbow, brown, and brook trout amidst breathtaking alpine scenery. The creek’s diverse water conditions cater to all skill levels, from serene pools to challenging riffles, making it a must-visit destination for any fly fishing enthusiast.

The best time to fish Gore Creek is from late spring to early fall, with the peak season being June through September. During these months, the water levels are ideal, and the trout are most active.

Gore Creek’s proximity to Vail provides easy access to a variety of local fly fishing shops, such as Vail Valley Anglers and Gore Creek Fly Fisherman. These shops offer expert advice, guided tours, and top-notch gear to enhance your fishing adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, Gore Creek promises an unforgettable fly fishing experience in the picturesque Rocky Mountains.

Characteristics & Metrics

Headwater
Natural Flow / Un-dammed / Freestone
High Mountains
Clarity
⋅ Mar 01, 2025
Spring run-off has not begun, water is clear and cold.
GPS
39.6403,-106.3742
Caught
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Current Flow

Gore Creek - Colorado
Gage Station Temp
Flow
(ft ³/s)
Mean
(ft ³/s)
gore creek at upper station, near minturn, co. 32 2.84 2.84
gore creek abv red sandstone creek at vail, co 35 18.3 17.2
gore creek at mouth near minturn, co 37 n/a 17.9
* Mean data is from Saturday - February 28, 2026
** Updated about 1 hour ago
*** streamflow is the volume of water flowing past a given point in the stream in a given period of time.(USGS)

Historical

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* Based on YTD -- 2026
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Additional Resources

River and steam flow data are acquired from multiped sources. This feature is only available in select states (Colorado only). Flows are updated multiple times a day. Data might be unavailable due to ice or other objects obstructing the gage.

GORE CREEK AT UPPER STATION, NEAR MINTURN, CO.
Update about 8 hours ago

Flow: 2 cfs

Data Source: USGS
GORE CREEK ABV RED SANDSTONE CREEK AT VAIL, CO
Update about 8 hours ago

Flow: 16 cfs

Data Source: USGS

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