Colorado River Outfitters

06/14/2026

💥 NEW BLOG POST 💥

Our latest blog, “The Starting Lineup – 3 Flies You MUST Have for the Month of June,” breaks down the exact patterns CRO guides are using to fool trout across the Eagle River, Colorado River, and Roaring Fork Valley right now.

Learn when to fish them, how to rig them, and why these proven patterns consistently produce results during some of Colorado’s best fly fishing of the year.

Whether you’re planning a DIY adventure or looking to book a guided fly fishing trip in Vail, Beaver Creek, Glenwood Springs, or the Colorado River Valley, this is information you don’t want to miss.

👉 Read the blog now and start catching more fish.

Looking for the best flies for Colorado fly fishing this June? In this month’s Starting Lineup, Colorado River Outfitters breaks down the three flies you MUST have: Pat’s Rubber Legs, Hilbert’s Sexi Top May PMD, and the Royal PMX. Learn when and how to fish them, get expert June fly fishing ti...

06/13/2026

Another epic day on the water with CRO guide Riversidefletch! 🎣

The fishing has been absolutely lights out, and our rivers are producing from top to bottom right now. Whether you’re floating the Eagle River, Colorado River, or Roaring Fork, conditions are outstanding and the trout are feeding.

If you’ve been thinking about booking a Colorado fly fishing trip, now is the time. Prime summer fishing is here, and our guides are putting anglers on fish every day.

📞 Call or text today to reserve your date before the calendar fills up! 970-236-1937

06/12/2026

Big fish, beautiful scenery, and another unforgettable day on the Colorado River!

CRO guide Tim Mcadow was on the hunt for trophy trout today, and the Colorado River delivered in a big way. Today was one of those days that reminds us why we love this river so much.

Summer fishing is heating up, and now is the time to get your trip on the books. Whether you’re chasing your personal best or simply looking for an incredible day on the water, we’ve got you covered.

📞 Call or text to book your Colorado fly fishing adventure today! 970-236-1937

06/10/2026

The Eagle River continues to fish exceptionally well, and today was another reminder of why this is one of our favorite times of year! 🎣

Thank you for bringing your daughter Maddie out for a day on the water! Maddie was all about the BIG fish today, putting some beautiful Eagle River trout in the net!

The river is in fantastic shape, the fish are active, and now is the time to get on the calendar. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or introducing the next generation to fly fishing, we’d love to show you a great day on the water.

📞 Call or text to book your Eagle River fly fishing adventure today! 970-236-1937

06/08/2026

Another epic day on the Eagle River! 🎣🔥

CRO guide and his guest Chris were on them from start to finish today. The Eagle delivered another incredible float trip with steady action, beautiful scenery, and plenty of happy moments on the water.

Fishing conditions are outstanding right now, and the river continues to produce day after day. If you’ve been thinking about booking a trip, don’t wait—prime dates are filling fast!

📞 Call or text today to reserve your spot and experience some of the best fishing of the season. 970-236-1937

06/07/2026

CRO guide put together another absolute banger today, proving once again why early summer is one of the best times of the year to be on the river. From start to finish, the action was nonstop and the fish were happy to play.

If you’ve been thinking about booking a trip, don’t wait. Conditions are outstanding, fishing is red hot, and prime dates are filling quickly.

📞 Call or text today to get on the calendar and experience the Eagle River at its finest! 970-236-1937

06/06/2026

💥 NEW BLOG POST 💥

June is one of the most exciting months of the year for Colorado fly fishing, and knowing what’s hatching can make all the difference between a good day and a great day on the water.

Our latest blog, “June Hatch Guide – A Complete Guide to Colorado’s Hatches in June,” breaks down everything you need to know about June’s most important insects, including Midges, Blue Wing Olives, Pale Morning Duns (PMDs), Caddis, Golden Stoneflies, and Yellow Sallies. Learn when they hatch, what they look like, their life cycles, and how to match them with the right fly patterns.

Whether you’re planning your next float trip, walk-and-wade adventure, or just looking to improve your entomology knowledge, this guide will help you stay one step ahead of the trout.

📖 Read the full blog on our website today!

https://www.coloradoriveroutfitters.net/post/june-hatch-guide-a-complete-guide-to-colorado-s-hatches-in-june

Ready to put this knowledge to work? June offers some of the best fishing of the season. Call or text Colorado River Outfitters to book your trip today!
970-236-1937

June is one of the most exciting months of the year for Colorado fly anglers. Rivers are transitioning from spring into summer, runoff conditions vary from watershed to watershed, and trout have a diverse menu of aquatic insects available throughout the day.Whether you're fishing the Eagle River, Co...

06/03/2026

💥 NEW BLOG POST 💥

Colorado’s snowpack is well below average this year, and it’s one of the biggest topics of conversation among anglers heading into summer. What does a low snowpack actually mean for our rivers, water temperatures, and fishing conditions?

In our latest blog, we break down how snowpack impacts Colorado’s fisheries, why current conditions have been outstanding, and what we expect for the weeks ahead. The good news? Fishing is absolutely incredible right now, and we anticipate excellent conditions throughout June and into July if weather patterns continue to cooperate.

If you’ve been thinking about booking a fly fishing trip this summer, now is the time. Read the full blog to learn what to expect and why this may be one of the best opportunities of the season.

👉 Read the full article on our website and contact us to book your trip today!

https://www.coloradoriveroutfitters.net/post/colorado-s-low-snowpack-what-does-it-mean-for-fly-fishing-this-summer

If you've spent any time paying attention to Colorado's snowpack reports this winter, you've probably seen the headlines and heard the concerns. Across much of the state, snowpack totals came in below average, leaving many anglers wondering what that means for river conditions, water temperatures, a...

05/29/2026

💥 NEW FISHING REPORT 💥

Fishing is HOT right now across the Vail Valley, and our latest fishing report has everything you need to know before heading out this weekend! From the Eagle River to the Colorado River, we’re breaking down current conditions, productive techniques, and the flies our guides are using to stay hooked up.

Get the latest intel, hatch updates, and guide-approved fly selections before you hit the water.

Read the full report now and put yourself in the best position for success this weekend!

Fishing is great. The trout are feeding. Don’t miss out.

https://www.coloradoriveroutfitters.net/post/vail-valley-fishing-report-5-29-26

The latest Vail Valley fishing report features current conditions on the Eagle River, Colorado River, and Roaring Fork River. The Eagle and Upper Colorado are providing excellent fly fishing opportunities with productive nymphing, dry fly, and streamer action. Stay updated with local hatch activity,...

05/26/2026

A timeless guide fly with a fresh twist. 🔥🎣

Our latest YouTube tying video is LIVE: “Tying The Extended Body Pats” with .c.hilbert This proven stonefly variation has become a staple for our guides during high water season and belongs in every serious trout angler’s box.

If you fish Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Oregon, or anywhere trout key in on stoneflies, this fly flat out gets it done.

Want to learn how to tie it and fish it? Head to YouTube and watch the full video.

👉 https://youtu.be/V7uRy2SCl54?si=7ubGVnAqX6iJISEm

Have questions about fishing this fly during runoff? Drop them below 👇