Pitkin County · stream · order 3 river · ~2 cfs typical
Independence Creek
Independence Creek is a stream in Pitkin County, Colorado. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Colorado's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
65°
48°
15 mph
4%
Sat
Overcast
66°
47°
13 mph
2%
Sun
Overcast
72°
48°
9 mph
2%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Lost Man Reservoir1.7 mistocked Jul 10, 2026
- Linkins Lake1.8 mi
- Lost Man Creek1.7 mi
- Grizzly Reservoir2.0 mi
- Grizzly Creek2.0 mi
- Tabor Creek2.5 mi
- Scott Lake3.7 mi
- Independence Lake3.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official CO regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Independence Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Independence Creek?+
Yes — Colorado requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Independence Creek?+
Independence Creek is a stream in Pitkin County, Colorado. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.