Pictures of the Day: MORE High-Country Cutties

Jason can’t believe his luck on a Colorado high-country lake. photo courtesy Jon Hill

Colorado angler and blogger Jon Hill sent in another set of great photos from high in the Colorado Rockies, along with the story behind them:

Last week, I and three friends—Jason, Scott, and Ryan—took a six-day trip into the Weminuche Wilderness here in Colorado. We hiked over 45 miles, crossed the Continental Divide three times, and logged over 11,300 vertical feet. Of course, strapped to our 50-pound packs were our trusty Superfines. My buddy Jason caught the biggest of the trip, and what a gorgeous cutthroat it was! Overall we caught a couple hundred fish throughout our travels and had an awesome time. Although my back is still sore, it was well worth it!

If you want to escape the crowds and find the best fishing, you have to put in the work first. photo courtesy Jon Hill

Wild, healthy cutthroat trout are the name of the game. photo courtesy Jon Hill

Fishing at the top of Colorado has its side benefits: incredible views. photo courtesy Jon Hill

Click here for Jon’s previous post and photos.