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From basic casting techniques to advanced skills like reading water and understanding trout behavior. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, we provide tips to elevate your fly fishing game, including fly selection, nymphing, streamer tactics, and more. Explore our "Top Skills" section to become a skilled angler on every outing. 

Explore Colorado’s Premier Fly Fishing Hub: Tips, Gear, and Local Fishing Reports

The River Report

Gain a deeper understanding of rivers, their ecosystems, and the incredible fly fishing opportunities they offer.

 

 

Editor's Pick

Essential Fly Fishing Reads: Delve into the Most Sought-After Articles for Enthusiastic Anglers

Match the Hatch Fly Boxes

Elevating Your Colorado Fly Fishing Experience with Our Bespoke Fly Box

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Trusted Colorado Patterns

Sourced from trusted guides that understand the nuances of Colorado bug hatches. You can trust our menu to match the hatch perfectly. 

Sustainable Materials

We use sustainable materials whenever possible to make our highly effective & eco-friendly flies while reducing waste. 

Tied by Hand, Always.

Skilled craftsmen meticulously ty our flies individually to create the most lifelike patterns with season-long durability. 

Colorado Stream Conservation

Conservation plays a crucial role in our sport. Explore our resources on river conservation to support our fish friends.

Find Your Perfect Colorado Fly Fishing Guide

Discover Expert Guides Across Colorado

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Discover Expert Guides Across Colorado

Our Colorado Fly Fishing Guide Finder connects you with experienced guides from all corners of the state. Browse our curated list of professional guides, each specializing in different regions and species, to enhance your fly fishing adventure.

Choose Guides Based on Specialty and Location

 Use our Colorado Fly Fishing Guide Finder to select guides based on their specialties—be it trout, bass, or even elusive golden trout. From the headwaters to the high plains, we've got a guide that fits your needs.

Best Fly Patterns for Colorado

Dry Fly | Nymphing | Hoppers | Streamers

Discover Colorado’s Best Fly Shops Near You

Discover Expert Guides Across Colorado

Explore Top-Rated Fly Shops Across Colorado

From Denver to Durango, the Colorado Fly Shop Directory helps you find the best fly shops in every corner of the state. 

Find Shops Based on Location 

 Planning your next fishing trip? Use the Colorado Fly Shop Directory to locate shops based on your destination and specific gear requirements. Whether you need a new rod, custom flies, or a local fishing report, our directory makes it easy to find a shop that caters to your needs.

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Fly Fishing Gear Reviews

Fly Fishing Gear Reviews | Gear Guides | Fly Line | Fly Rod | Fly Reel

Colorado Fly Fishing Guides

Dive into a world of excitement with our wide range of topics, including gear reviews, fishing techniques, conservation efforts, and destination spotlights. Our latest posts are packed with invaluable information to enrich your fly fishing knowledge. 

Fly Fishing in Colorado

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Dry Fly Fishing in Colorado

Dry fly fishing is an exhilarating technique that involves presenting an artificial fly on the water's surface to imitate floating insects, requiring observation, precision, and knowledge about insect behavior.

This section will delve into the techniques, strategies, and equipment necessary for successful dry fly fishing, covering everything from selecting the appropriate fly patterns to mastering accurate casting. This method allows anglers to engage in a visual and interactive experience as they watch fish rise to take their fly, adding an extra level of excitement to the fishing adventure. 

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Euro Nymphing in Colorado

Euro nymphing is a highly effective and versatile fly fishing technique involving heavily weighted flies and a tight line presentation to target fish in fast-moving rivers and streams. Originating in European competitive fly fishing circles, Euro nymphing has gained popularity worldwide for its ability to quickly get flies down to the fish and keep them in the strike zone for extended periods. This technique relies on the angler's ability to detect subtle strikes by feeling the movement of the line or detecting changes in tension, eliminating the need for a strike indicator. It is renowned for its sensitivity and efficiency, allowing anglers to detect the slightest indications of fish activity and achieve a natural drift.

This section will explore the specialized gear used in Euro nymphing, including nymphing rods, leaders, and flies, and the essential techniques and strategies for success. 

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Top Fly Patterns for Colorado

Dive into Colorado fly patterns, exploring the top choices that have proven effective in the state's diverse waters. Colorado is known for its stunning rivers and lakes teeming with trout, making it a haven for fly anglers seeking epic fishing experiences. We will highlight the tried-and-true patterns that consistently produce results, such as the Parachute Adams, Elk Hair Caddis, and Hare's Ear nymph.

Find lesser-known gems like the Chornobyl Ant and San Juan Worm, which have their own unique appeal. Whether you're targeting rainbow, brown, or cutthroat trout, join us as we uncover the fly patterns that will increase your chances of success on Colorado's pristine waters. 

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Colorado Fish Species 

Explore diverse fish species found in the beautiful waters of Colorado. From the iconic rainbow trout to the elusive brown trout and the native cutthroat trout, Colorado offers ample opportunities for anglers seeking thrilling fishing experiences. We will explore these trout species' characteristics, habits, and preferred habitats and other sought-after targets like the brook trout and lake trout.

Uncover lesser-known species, like the mountain whitefish and the Colorado pikeminnow, providing insights into their unique behaviors and habitats. 

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Top Fly Rods 

The world of fly rods highlights some of the top choices available to anglers. A quality fly rod is essential for a successful and enjoyable fishing trip, and we will explore a range of options to suit different budgets and fishing styles. From the versatile and reliable Orvis Clearwater to the high-performance Sage X, we will discuss each top fly rod's features, benefits, and ideal applications.

Popular models like the Redington Vice and the G. Loomis NRX+ provide insights into their unique characteristics and performance on the water. 

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Top Fly Lines

Learn about some of the top fly lines available on the market today. A high-quality fly line is essential for smooth and accurate casting, ensuring that your fly lands exactly where you want it to be. We will discuss various options to suit different fishing scenarios and preferences. From the versatile weight forward (WF) floating lines to specialty lines like sink-tip and intermediate lines, we will cover the features, benefits, and ideal applications of each top fly line.

Highlight popular models like the Rio Gold and Scientific Anglers Mastery Trout, shedding light on their unique characteristics and performance on the water. 

Photo Gallery

Images from the road. We travel up and down the rivers in search of the best information and intel. 

Rise Beyond Fly Fishing Co.

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At Rise Beyond Fly Fishing, we are your premier online destination for fly fishing knowledge and resources in Colorado. Our mission is to equip you with the tools and expertise to confidently traverse the beautiful Colorado waters. Tread lightly, pack out your shit, and leave it better than it was without changing how it's supposed to be. Anything worth doing is worth overdoing. Moderation is for cowards. Enjoy the Rise.