There are choice fishing spots throughout the Uncompahgre National Forest, but the major destinations lie in the vicinity of Mt. Sneffels, in the Cimarron Area , and in the area around Telluride . The Blue Lakes comprise most of the water you'll find in the tundra environment of the Mount Sneffels Wilderness . Standing in the shadow of Mount Sneffels itself, you'll fish for native trout, some of which are known to be very large and very temperamental. You can reach all three lakes via Blue Lakes Trail , starting from either the East Dallas Trailhead or Yankee Boy Basin over Blue Lakes Pass. Once there, you'll be above the timberline, and can choose from Lower , Middle , or Upper Blue Lake .
Bank fishing is generally possible at all three lakes.
The major stream in the area is the East Dallas Creek , which runs from the Blue Lakes to the National Forest boundary in East Dallas. Paralleling East Dallas Road and Blue Lakes Trail, the upper two miles of the creek are fast and difficult to fish, with heavy spruce along the banks. After that, the lower one mile of the stream meanders through a meadow is easy to fish and a good place for kids and beginners. Brook trout is common in these waters. To reach East Dallas Creek, take East Dallas Road about 6 miles to the National Forest and follow the signs.