Is Colorado a catch and release?

Similar questions are asked: Can you keep the Colorado fish you catch?

You can keep five walleye or sauger from most rivers and reservoirs. However, it is not legal to keep more than 10 in certain waters. In most cases, you can keep five largemouth, smallmouth or spotted bass. However, there are no limits on smallmouth bass caught west of the Continental Divide.

What is catch-and-release fishing? Even though it is unlikely that fish could feel pain, anglers who practice catch-and-release are legally and ethically required to care for fish in order to ensure their survival.

Do you require a Colorado fishing license to catch and release fish?

For anyone to fish in Colorado, an adult must have a fishing licence. Under 16-year-olds may fish, and can take a full limit of fish . When you fish or transport your fish, fishing licenses should always be available.

How many fish can you catch?

You can only catch four coarse fish per day (except pike). You must return any fish caught in excess of four coarse fish per day (except pike), to the source from which they were taken.