FishKillFlea Colorado Fishing License Guide (2026)
Colorado requires a fishing license for anyone 16 years or older. The state is a premier fly-fishing destination with Gold Medal trout waters on the South Platte, Frying Pan, and Arkansas Rivers. High-altitude lakes in the Rockies offer stunning scenery and trout.
16+
Min Age
Yes
Free Days
$35.76
Resident/yr
$96.11
Non-Res/yr
💰 License Costs (2026)
Resident Licenses
| License Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual Resident | $35.76 |
| Lifetime Resident | $821.01 |
Non-Resident Licenses
| License Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual Non-Resident | $96.11 |
| 5-Day Non-Resident | $56.11 |
| 1-Day Non-Resident | $13.91 |
Senior & Special Licenses
| License Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Senior License (64+) | $10.01 |
📍 Where to Buy
Explore all Colorado purchase options →📅 Timing & Free Fishing Days
Free Fishing Days 2026
Jun
6
License Validity
👤 Age Requirements & Exemptions
👶
Under 16 Exemption
👴
Senior Discount (64+)
♿
Disabled Veterans
⚖️ Penalties for Fishing Without a License
$50–$
1000
misdemeanor
🔧 How to Get Your License
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1
Visit the Official Portal
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Select Your License Type
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Complete Payment & Download