Uploaded July 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
The grassy riverbanks in the Coller State Wildlife Area attract elk, deer and moose in winter. You can see bighorn sheep throughout the year on the south-facing Palisade cliffs extending from the Coller State Wildlife Area to Wagon Wheel Gap. At the gap, golden eagles soar above the cliff faces and fish the Rio Grande.
The Coller State Wildlife Area above South Fork is a great example of management in the public interest. The water is great for for wading fly fishers who enjoy boulders and structure. There are numerous excellent access points near bridges with riverside parking areas, with different sections being suited to varying water levels and fishing styles.
Best Time to Fish: Between March and May - You’ll find some good springtime walk-wades and floats... and have the river all to yourself. It’s best to catch it now because during the summer, the Rio Grande becomes a popular destination fishery.
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The grassy riverbanks in the Coller State Wildlife Area attract elk, deer and moose in winter. You can see bighorn sheep throughout the year on the south-facing Palisade cliffs extending from the Coller State Wildlife Area to Wagon Wheel Gap. At the gap, golden eagles soar above the cliff faces and fish the Rio Grande.
The Coller State Wildlife Area above South Fork is a great example of management in the public interest. The water is great for for wading fly fishers who enjoy boulders and structure. There are numerous excellent access points near bridges with riverside parking areas, with different sections being suited to varying water levels and fishing styles.
Best Time to Fish: Between March and May - You’ll find some good springtime walk-wades and floats... and have the river all to yourself. It’s best to catch it now because during the summer, the Rio Grande becomes a popular destination fishery.
nmosg.com
