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Dotsero, Eagle County, Colorado

Fishing

3.67

Colorado River Bend

Adventure Details

Reservation fee

$19.25

Price per person

$174.99

Total

$0.00

Guest limit

2

Spin Fishing Allowed

No

Amenities

Camping, Tent Camping, Bathroom, River, Trailer Access, Guides Allowed

Acreage

3

Fish Species

Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout

Notes from the landowner

Access 1 mile of the Colorado River on a very secluded family ranch. Fish size averages 10-16″ with the occasional 18″ or larger trout. The lucky angler will hook up with the elusive Colorado River cutthroat!! Your views will include a cliffside with Gordon the Golden Eagle cruising around looking for lunch. There are two islands on the downstream side of the property that in low waters, are accessible. Getting down to the lower section of the river is steep. We recommend younger anglers and people with mobility issues stay on the upper section of the property.

Due to livestock and other concerns, dogs and other pets are NOT permitted on this property.

Game and habitat information

The lower section has more fishability and structure and is away from the homes, however it is very steep and requires you to be in good physical condition as you will need to bushwhack to and navigate steep terrain to get to the river.

Do It Yourself Fishing

Infinite Outdoors is a technology platform that provides landowners with the ability to list their properties for recreational use and manage them in a conservation minded way. Infinite Outdoors is primarily dedicated to DIY Hunting and Angling, it is the angler's responsibility to be aware of weather, water flow, and river conditions. No refunds will be issued due to unfavorable conditions. It is the angler's responsibility to verify current conditions prior to arrival. Landowner calendars may show availability even when conditions are not favorable for fishing. In such cases, it is the angler's responsibility to check all local rules, regulations, and closures before fishing. Please review the Fishing Information tab for details that may assist in planning your trip. During warmer periods of the year, anglers are advised that early morning fishing generally provides the most favorable conditions.

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Fishing Hours

Sunrise to Sunset

Camping Information

Camping prices are per person/per day. This property can accommodate up to 30′ trailers and can have access to water and electricity. Camping is dispersed camping. Please practice “leave no trace” principles and pack out all trash. No open fires allowed.

Fishing Information

Don’t forget your local fishing license, you can grab one online here.

Check your local flow report here. Ideal Flow Range: 700 - 2000 CFS

Contact a local fly shop for the most up-to-date hatch and fly information.

Know the local regulations.

Fishing Season: March - November

FAQs

YES
$50.00 per day
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No. Once parked, all access is restricted to foot only.
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Eagle, CO
Check out Eagle, Colorado for local dining.
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For properties listed as "Community Adventures" there is the possibility that a limited number of other anglers can be on the property at the same time. Just a heads up, some of our spots have other leases that might have anglers casting their lines too. So, hit 'request to book' and we'll make sure to confirm the availability before you pack your gear!
We think it's important to mentor the next generation of anglers. Youth between the ages of 13 and 17 are 50% off for all fishing and small game when you reserve on the Infinite Outdoors app. However, kids 13-17 will need to have an Infinite Outdoors Membership. Youth 12 and under are free and do not need a membership but must follow all property rules.
No, most of our property listings are available to Infinite Outdoors Members without a pass. If you plan on fishing on a regular basis talk to our support team and see if a pass might make sense.
Not all properties have signs, so be sure to check the property boundaries and information in the Infinite Outdoors app.
Access your adventure on the IO app before heading out the door, all the information and maps will be on the app so you don't need service to navigate your adventure. Also all property maps will download offline onto your app so you can always see where you are on the property, even without service.
We can't guarantee you'll catch fish every time—fishing always comes with a bit of unpredictability due to factors like weather and fish behavior. However, we do everything we can to boost your chances! We offer information on local fly shops so you can get the best tips and gear recommendations. As for the size of the fish, it really depends on where you're fishing. We aim to connect you with spots where you have a good shot at landing some great catches, but it's all part of the Do-It-Yourself fly fishing adventure!
Download and use the Infinite Outdoors app for directions to the property, boundary lines, access points, and more. These maps can be found in the adventure layer on the app home screen or in your list of adventures under the "Adventures" tab.
Adventures must be cancelled 48 hours or more prior to the trip. Any cancellations made within 48 hours will result in partial or full charges.
Yes, each active angler on the property must be an active Infinite Outdoors member and must be invited, and accepted, to the adventure through the platform.
Non anglers require prior approval. Once approved they must still be IO members but may be subject to reduced price or free outdoorsman fee. If this applies to you, please reach out to IO.
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Your downloaded adventure and map in the IO app is your proof of booking. Be prepared to present it upon request.
Unavailable dates may be due to properties already being booked to capacity, landowners have not yet made dates available, or we are resting the property for conservation purposes. Feel free to contact an Infinite Outdoors member or support team if this issue arises.
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lM

Sep 24, 2025

4 out of 5 stars

Wonderful property owners! Note that the camping is not dispersed, but rather is in one of the parking lots for the ranch. But…it has electrical hookups! And is literally right next to the river. This property is beautiful, but very challenging. Big river, high flows, and often extremely challenging bush whacking to reach the best spots. Only consider this when the water conditions are low, unless you plan to float it. Caught some awesome CO river browns, and of course the big one got away.

ct

Sep 19, 2025

2 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous area along the Colorado, but didn’t see many fish and didn’t catch anything in the 4 hours I was there. Spent too much time hiking and bushwhacking through the lower section. Flows around 1100 cfs. Challenging property layout with none of the usual RW signage to help you. A few well-placed RW signs would have helped with getting a quicker/easier lay of the property. Maybe the owner wouldn’t agree to the signage? Lower section looks fishier than the upper. Numerous houses along the upper river bank, so you’ll be fishing in someone’s backyard on the upper section. The parking area closest to the water is actually in the driveway of the owner’s house. I parked near the RR track as it was a more central spot to both sections. The property description of not “recommending” those with mobility issues to try the lower section needs to be more specific. “Steep” is an understatement. I’m almost 60 but in very good health/shape with no mobility issues. This was the toughest hike I’ve ever had in 25+ years of CO/WY/ID/UT fly fishing. The only way to access the lower section is to walk the train tracks and go down an extremely steep 20-30’ bank. The brush is too thick to access any other way than by using the train track access. Look for the point where the train track gets the closest to the river, then go down. The vegetation is too thick to go down anywhere else. Once you’re on the lower section, the bank is also steep with some very deep drop offs on the river’s edge. The thick vegetation, trees, and bushes severely limited the downstream access. I only had about 200 ft of lower access before I ran into a wall of high vegetation along the bank. No real trail along the bank and no way to cross to the far side. Water depth was too high to access the island mentioned in the description. Upper section water depth was only about 3-4” deep, very flat and slow. You could cross over to the far bank, but the access map seems to show the private property breaking the upper and lower sections also stretches to the far bank. It’s a beautiful location, but the access challenges are too much to overcome for the small amount of fishable water. I’m surprised this property is on the RW/IO list because of the access challenges. The property description and the map both need to include specifics on how to access the lower section. Because of the river access and lower stream side obstacles, I won’t be going back.

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Russell Fruits

We really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a well thought out and detailed review. It helps future anglers plan their adventure with confidence knowing what to expect.

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Adrienne Fay

landowner

Thanks for your feedback. While we do note the steep terrain in the property description, we’ll revisit the listing to make sure it’s as clear and specific as possible. Some of our properties don’t have physical signage, which is why we provide detailed maps and navigation through the IO app. Our platform offers a wide variety of fishing properties suited to different skill levels and preferences, and we’ll use your input to continue improving descriptions so anglers can better match trips to their needs.

co

Oct 5, 2024

5 out of 5 stars

I fished this property twice in four days. The lower section (accessed by the railroad tracks) was definitely the best of the two sections available. I fished streamers from the bank and had action from all angles: casting out and down into the current, letting it swing back towards the bank and stripping back up upstream, casting upstream and stripping back as fast as I could. The most exciting eat was when a fish came out of the current to swipe at the fly, missed, and turned around and chased it back downstream! All browns. Fished a rusty trombone solo or with a black slumpbuster trailer. There was a nice trico hatch that went off early afternoon. It was bright, sunny, mid-80s day both days on the river there. The train coming through is no joke- definitely an active railroad! The access point is pretty steep; wouldn’t recommend for anyone with mobility issues. The vegetation on the bank is thick, with stands of Russian olives to work around. The lower portion has evidence of active beavers, so be careful of their slides that can be hidden well in the overgrown vegetation. Aside from the occasional train, it was very quiet, peaceful, and the views don’t disappoint. I will definitely be back!

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