Crystal River Hatchery

The Crystal River Hatchery, located near Carbondale, Colorado, is a cold-water fish production facility operated by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. It specializes in raising rainbow trout and Snake River cutthroat trout, with millions of eggs produced for distribution to other hatcheries. Visitors can enjoy self-guided tours of the hatchery and access a public fishing area along the Crystal River, making it an interesting destination for both tourists and researchers interested in fish conservation and aquaculture.