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Hooked on the Latest: Featured Fly Fishing Reports
South Platte | Cheesman Canyon
The Canyon’s wild browns and rainbows are holding in deeper pools and slower seams, making nymphing the most productive strategy.
View ReportSouth Platte | Waterton Canyon
Waterton Canyon is a scenic gateway to the South Platte River, offering anglers crystal-clear water, accessible trails, and year-round opportunities to target wild trout amidst stunning canyon landscapes.
View ReportSouth Platte | Near Deckers
The Deckers section of the South Platte River is a renowned fly fishing destination, featuring clear, cold water, abundant trout, and a mix of riffles, runs, and pools set against the backdrop of Colorado’s beautiful foothills.
View ReportClear Creek Near Golden
Clear Creek is a freestone gem flowing through Colorado's Front Range, offering anglers accessible pocket water, feisty trout, and stunning views from Idaho Springs to Golden.
View ReportBlue River | Near Silverthorne
The Blue River near Dillon is a classic Colorado tailwater known for its clear, cold flows, year-round fishing opportunities, and the chance to hook into trophy-sized trout just below the Dillon Reservoir.
View ReportBlue River | Near Green Mountain
The Blue River near Green Mountain Reservoir offers anglers a tranquil tailwater experience with steady flows, clear water, and excellent opportunities to target wild browns and rainbows amidst stunning alpine scenery.
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Western Slope
Blue River at Green Mountain Reservoir
Renowned for its crystal-clear waters and challenging tailwater fishing, the Blue River offers opportunities to catch trophy-sized rainbows and browns. Whether you’re in Silverthorne or exploring downstream stretches, the Blue promises an unforgettable experience.
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Front Range
Clear Creek
Just a short drive from Denver, Clear Creek is a small stream offering big rewards. Its pocket waters and pools are home to feisty brown trout, making it a great choice for quick trips or beginner anglers.
Western Slope
Arkansas River Buena Vista to Salida
As Colorado’s longest Gold Medal Trout fishery, the Arkansas River features diverse waters, plentiful brown trout, and some of the most scenic fishing in the state. From Buena Vista to Salida, it’s a must-visit for every angler.
Western Slope
Gunnison River
From its famous Gunnison Gorge to the Black Canyon, the Gunnison River is a fly fishing paradise. Known for its epic hatches and wild trout, this iconic river is perfect for adventurous anglers seeking large rainbows and browns
Western Slope
Colorado River
The mighty Colorado River offers a variety of fly fishing experiences, from peaceful headwaters near Rocky Mountain National Park to the bustling tailwaters of Glenwood Springs. Known for its consistent flows and abundant trout, it’s a favorite year-round.
Match the Hatch Fly Boxes
The South Platte River Fly Box consists of 24 flies in various sizes and patterns specific to the South Platte River hatches. This selection is based on famed Guide Pat Dorsey, Rim Chung, and others. These patterns will catch fish from Waterton, Up Cheeseman, down to Deckers, and out on the North Fork. Trust Rise Beyond and catch more trout!
South Platte River Box
Small batch fly boxes designed with the utmost care and precision, these fly fishing boxes are packed with trusted Colorado fly patterns tailored to meet the unique needs of the Colorado River and its vibrant population of resident trout. Each box is thoughtfully curated to ensure the perfect match-the-hatch fly selections, optimizing your chances of a successful and rewarding fishing experience.
The Colorado River
The Gunnison River is legendary for its diverse hatches and wild trout, and now you can fish it with confidence. Our Gunnison River Match-the-Hatch Fly Box is curated with hand-selected flies that mirror the river's most productive patterns.From stoneflies and caddis to midges and mayflies, this box is tailored to match the seasonal cycles of the Gunnison, ensuring you have the right fly everytime.
The Gunnison River
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