Kremmling, CO
Barger Gulch Fishing Access
The segment of the river from Granby to Kremmling is very popular for fishing and a portion has been designated as Gold Medal Water by the Colorado Division of Wildlife (CDOW). Barger Gulch River Access is one of the fishing accesses that is located along the river. Barger Gulch is located 3 miles east on County Road 33 Facilities include a parking area. River access is about 1/8 mile long.
Location · Near Kremmling, CO
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Common Questions
What visitors most often want to know about Barger Gulch Fishing Access.
Do I need a permit or reservation to fish at Barger Gulch?
No, Barger Gulch Fishing Access does not require a permit or reservation. It's a day-use access point on the Upper Colorado River that anyone can use to reach the river.
What will I find when I arrive at Barger Gulch?
Arriving visitors will find a parking area and a stretch of river access roughly 1/8 mile long. It's a straightforward, no-frills access point rather than a developed recreation site with extensive facilities.
Why is this section of the Colorado River popular with anglers?
Barger Gulch sits along the Granby-to-Kremmling stretch of the Upper Colorado River, a segment long favored by fly anglers. A portion of this stretch carries a Gold Medal Water designation from Colorado's wildlife agency, a distinction reserved for water offering exceptional trout fishing.
How do I get to Barger Gulch Fishing Access?
Barger Gulch is located about 3 miles east of Kremmling via County Road 33. The access sits along the Upper Colorado River corridor in Grand County, Colorado.
Since no permit is required, does Open Canyon track availability for Barger Gulch?
Because Barger Gulch has no permit or reservation system, there's no draw or booking window to monitor here. Open Canyon's availability alerts are most useful for permitted sites, so this access point is simply open whenever you want to fish it.