Glenwood Springs Hatchery

The Glenwood Springs Hatchery, established in 1906, is a cold water fish production facility located in Garfield County, Colorado, near the scenic Colorado River. This historic hatchery plays a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems by raising and stocking approximately 3 million fish annually, including rainbow trout, kokanee salmon, and arctic grayling. Notably, it features innovative technology developed in the 1960s for egg selection, enhancing fish production efforts. Visitors and researchers can explore the hatchery's contributions to wildlife conservation and fishery management in northwest Colorado.