Gore Creek
Gore Creek in Vail, Colorado is a Gold Medal freestone stream with in town access, bike path parks and brown, rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout.
- 24 miRiver length
- 4Game fish
- 44Access points
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About Gore Creek
Gore Creek runs from the Gore Range through East Vail and Vail Village to its confluence with the Eagle River. It is a freestone stream and one of the easiest Gold Medal waters to reach in Colorado. A bike path follows much of the creek, so you can walk and fish.
The upper creek is faster and steeper. Through town you find parks like Ford Park, Donovan Park and the Vail Nature Center. The lower end near the Eagle River has more open water.
Gore Creek holds brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout and cutthroat trout. Fish are not huge, but they are plenty wary because the creek sees a lot of anglers.
Pale morning duns, blue-winged olives, midges and terrestrials are the key bugs. Mother's Day caddis, green drakes, salmonflies and golden stones appear in season. Hoppers show up in late summer.
Artificial flies and lures are required in the Gold Medal water and catch and release is encouraged. Check the current Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations before you go.
Gore Creek at Upper Station, near Minturn, CO
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- Black Gore Creek near Minturn, CO3.4 mi away Not reporting USGS 09066000
- Cross Creek near Minturn, CO6.9 mi away Not reporting USGS 09065100
- Eagle River near Minturn, CO7.2 mi away Not reporting USGS 09064600
- Turkey Creek below Tates Gulch near Red Cliff, CO8.0 mi away Not reporting USGS 09063440
- Piney River below Piney Lake, near Minturn, CO8.2 mi away Not reporting USGS 09058500
- Eagle River at Red Cliff, CO9.0 mi away Not reporting USGS 09063000
- Tenmile Creek below North Tenmile Creek, at Frisco, CO11.3 mi away Not reporting USGS 09050100
- Eagle River below Wastewater Treatment Plant at Avon, CO11.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 09067020
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Tips for fishing Gore Creek
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Use the bike path
The path follows much of the creek. Walk it to find less crowded pools.
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Be quiet in town
The creek runs near houses and parks. Keep noise down and respect private land.
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Fish small water carefully
Gore Creek is small and fish spook easily. Stay low and use short, precise casts.
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Check the runoff
Spring runoff makes the creek high and fast. Wait for water to drop before you plan a trip.
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Try the evening
Evenings are cooler in summer and the terrestrial bite can pick up.
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Gore Creek FAQ
When is the best time to fish Gore Creek in Vail?
Summer and early fall after runoff. Pale morning duns, terrestrials and blue-winged olives give steady dry fly fishing.
Where can I fish Gore Creek near Vail?
Access is along town paths and parks. Popular spots include Ford Park, Donovan Park, the Vail Nature Center and the water near the Eagle River. Black Gore Creek is above town.
Can you wade Gore Creek?
Yes. Gore Creek is small and wadeable in most places.
What flies work on Gore Creek?
Pale morning dun patterns, Parachute Adams, Elk Hair Caddis, Pheasant Tails and hopper patterns are classics. The FlyFishFinder app shows what is hatching and working today.
What fish are in Gore Creek?
The creek holds brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout and cutthroat trout.
Are there special rules on Gore Creek?
Yes. Artificial flies and lures only in the Gold Medal water and catch and release is encouraged. Check the current Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations.
