La Plata County · stream · order 4 river · ~5 cfs typical · seasonal
South Fork Lightner Creek
South Fork Lightner Creek is a stream in La Plata 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
89°
70°
17 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
84°
62°
18 mph
27%
Sun
Overcast
88°
58°
15 mph
13%
→ 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
- Deep Creek3.2 mi
- Elk Creek3.7 mi
- Castle Creek3.5 mi
- Quinn Creek3.5 mi
- Flagler Fork4.8 mi
- Deadwood Creek4.1 mi
- Dry Fork Lightner Creek5.2 mi
- Tirbircio Creek5.0 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.
South Fork Lightner Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish South Fork Lightner 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 South Fork Lightner Creek?+
South Fork Lightner Creek is a stream in La Plata County, Colorado. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.