Fishing conditions for Upper Crystal Lake
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Biting score
The best time for fishing is all day long
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Now, July 24
2:39 AM
humidity
86%uv index
0lowcloud cover
98%visibility
23kmmoon rise
16:08AMmoon
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Upper Crystal Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Upper Crystal Lake, United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.
Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Wednesday (2 AM peak), Today (11 PM peak), and Tuesday (2 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Upper Crystal Lake.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 46°F (8°C) . Sunrise today: 05:56 AM, sunset: 08:25 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is overcast.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .
The wind is coming from the north at 1.8 mph (0.8 m/s), with gusts reaching 2.7 mph (1.2 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.27 inHg (769 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 4:08 PM and moonset at 12:45 AM.
About this spot
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Upper Crystal Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Upper Crystal Lake, United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.
Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Wednesday (2 AM peak), Today (11 PM peak), and Tuesday (2 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Upper Crystal Lake.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 46°F (8°C) . Sunrise today: 05:56 AM, sunset: 08:25 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is overcast.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .
The wind is coming from the north at 1.8 mph (0.8 m/s), with gusts reaching 2.7 mph (1.2 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.27 inHg (769 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 4:08 PM and moonset at 12:45 AM.
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About this spot
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WAWindy AI 08 July 2026Upper Crystal Lake is a remote high-altitude lake in Colorado's Elk Mountains or nearby range, supporting a cold-water fishery of cutthroat trout and brook trout in an alpine setting typical of the Colorado Rockies backcountry. It offers the pristine, uncrowded fishing experience available to anglers who venture beyond the accessible roadside lakes. Spot Features: Upper Crystal Lake is a high-elevation Colorado alpine lake, likely in the Gunnison or Crystal River area of the Elk Mountains. Cutthroat and brook trout respond to small spinners, flies, and bait near inlet streams and the rocky margins. A significant hike is required to reach the lake from the nearest trailhead, check CPW for any artificial-lure-only or reduced-limit designations. Seasonality: Cutthroat and brook trout are active from ice-out in late spring through the alpine summer at Upper Crystal Lake. June through August offer the best open-water fishing above treeline. Brook trout are particularly aggressive in fall before freeze. The lake is typically inaccessible from late fall through spring snowmelt.
