We are also able to take our clients to other locations including 5 miles of exclusive private river on the big thompson and st. Peak fishing in rocky mountain national park takes place from midjune through midoctober when the trout are plentiful and bite frequently. Rocky mountain national park offers a wealth of outdoor beauty, wildlifeviewing, diverse ecosystems, and fun alpine trout fishing. In this book you will learn about a lot of the lakes, creeks, rivers, ponds, and reservoirs in the park. Diy guide to the best fly fishing in rocky mountain national park. Populations of at least four species of trout exist in the park brown, brook, rainbow, and cutthroat. Includes inactive map with gps directions to the best fishing spots. An adventure from cast to catch book now fish the rockies like youve never before take our professionallyguided walkandwade fly fishing trips and classes in rocky mountain national park, just two hours outside of denver adventure experience the rugged beauty of rocky mountain national park while fly fishing for wild trout expertise our classes and.
Fly fishing in rocky mountain national park is in a variety of rivers and alpine lakes, both roadside and hike in. Updated fishing reports for estes park, colorado and the rocky mountain national park. Rocky mountain national park is a protected area where fly fishing activities are balanced with efforts to restore and perpetuate natural aquatic environments and life. Find out where the action is, what the water conditions are and everything you need for a successful day on the water. Collins toward estes park, an excellent fishery lies hidden in plain view in rocky mountain national park. Fly fishing colorado fern lake rocky mountain national park. His favorite hiking and fishing buddies are his kids, luke and addy. Kirk has been fly fishing for 20 years, and guiding for 12 years. Experience fly fishing in rocky mountain national park rmnp at its finest with estes angler. We always thoroughly disinfect our vehicles and equipment after every tour. Current fly fishing reports and conditions for rocky mountain national park in colorado. Front range anglers is committed to providing you with the best colorado fly fishing guides and guided fly fishing experience possible.
Schweitzer is the coauthor with michael kruise of a fly fishing guide to colorados indian peaks wilderness area 2014 and also a fly fishing guide to rocky mountain national park 2011. Dream, plan, then book your mountain stay online or call direct. The 256page book contains 260 vivid fullcolor photographs of the fly fishing destinations in the park. Flyfishing the rocky mountain backcountry rich osthoff on. If trophysize trout and a short walk from the parking lot are what youre after, there are better places.
Now, an avid fly fisherman and noted fly designer, steve enjoys backpacking, hiking and writing about fly fishing and fly tying. Casting a fly in a tranquil mountain stream, feeling the tug on the line, and holding a beautiful rainbow trout makes us feel alive and intensely connected with nature. Finding an easier way led schweitzer to spend the last decade logging countless hours on rocky mountain national park trails, collecting photos, fishing, and researching his new book, a fly fishing guide to rocky mountain national park pixachrome publishing, january 2011, 256 pages. Guided fly fishing trips in estes park estes angler. The first and only fly fishing and spin fishing outfitter in estes park, colorado dedicated to family fishing, we offer guided fishing trips through the lakes and streams of rocky mountain national park, big thompson river and the surrounding area. Our guides are trained to provide knowledge of the estes park area and give you a picture perfect trip. He is a frequent contributor to leading fly fishing periodicals and contributing author and illustrator to the book dragfree drift leader design and presentation techniques for fly fishing.
Steve schweitzer spent over 10 years hiking and fishing in rocky mountain national park, collecting notes and photographs for the book. Steve is the author of the awardwinning a fly fishing guide to rocky mountain national park, and coauthored, a fly fishing guide to colorados indian peaks wilderness area with mike kruise his latest book, designing poppers, sliders and divers is the most. This estes park guide is packed with information to help the casual angler enjoy. Fly fishing rocky mountain national park rocky mountain fly fisher.
Its not that easy to do, but it is one hell of a lot of fun. Fishing in estes park rocky mountain national park. To book your guided trip please contact the shop at 9704988968. Fly fishing in rocky mountain national park colorado fly. From mountain resort cabins surrounded by towering ponderosa pines, to a modern condo on the river search our local accommodations to find your perfect estes park lodging.
Rocky mountain national park has some of the best fishing that the boulderdenver area has to offer. We are privileged to offer topquality, fullyguided and instructional fly fishing trips on some of colorados premier public and private trout water. Rocky mountain national park fly fishing trips colorado wilderness rides and. Rocky mountain national park fern lake hike july 15. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. A leader in colorado guided fly fishing and spin fishing trips, we have been serving residents and visitors of the rocky mountain national park, big thompson river and estes park area since 1993. Estes park is the comfortable base camp that welcomes you home every night.
Sport fishing is permitted in rocky mountain national park. The big t in moraine is mostly iced over fishing is slow. Call 720 242 9828 to book your fly fishing adventure today. Explore the beauty of rmnp while catching browns, rainbows, greenback cutthroats and brook trout. Get the latest up to date fly fishing report for fishing in rocky mountain national park with the top producing flies and recommended equipment to get you into fish. His favorite places to fly fish are rocky mountain national park, specifically forest canyon and the big thompson river below lake estes. Whether you have traveled the world with your fly rod or never held one before, aspire tours assures to accommodate your level of experience and to create memories that will last a lifetime. Tripadvisor fullday fly fishing trip provided by aspire. When looking for things to do in estes park, colorado, look no further than estes angler. Since 1975, native trout have experienced intensive restoration efforts, while nonnative fish are being removed and no longer stocked.
His favorite fishing buddies are his kids, luke and addy. Rod, reels, waders and flies included on all trips. Fly fishing guide trip to rocky mountain national park. I read the book fly fishing rocky mountain national park. Guide to the best fly fishing in rocky mountain national park rmnp. In an attempt to improve the sport, many streams and lakes were. If you plan to visit and fish rocky mountain national park, this book is a must have. Aspire tours can guarantee to give you experience you wont forget. How to reach and fish remote waters in montana, wyoming, colorado, utah, idaho, and. Fishing report estes park fly fishing fly fishing colorado.
Trout fishing in rocky mountain national park rocky mountain fly fisher provides a glimpse of what fly fishing in rocky mountain national park is all about. Surrounded by the majestic rocky mountains, the city of boulder offers easy access to yearround outdoor activities including some of the nations best fly fishing. Over 150 fishing destinations in rocky mountain national park have been detailed with topographic maps, trail profiles, fishing tips, destination notes and photographs. This is another area where a grand slam is very obtainable. Our fly fishing guides offer fly fishing trips throughout scenic rocky mountain national park and the surrounding areas. Kirks flyshop estes park fly fishing fly fishing colorado. Each fly fishing guide is friendly, knowledgeable, and will ensure that you have an exciting and memorable adventure. Elk, deer, bears, mountain sheep, and yes, even mountain lions roam the hills and mountains, and sometimes, even the downtown shops. Welcome to colorado trout hunters the finest colorado fly fishing guide service. Meeker set the backdrop for some of the more remote places in the park.
In other words, a 2005 edition never existed, and buyers should not be led to believe otherwise. Rocky mountain fly fisher provides a glimpse of what fly fishing in rocky mountain national park is all about since 1975, native trout have experienced intensive restoration efforts, while nonnative fish are being removed and no longer stocked. When fly fishing in rocky mountain national park, be prepared for amazing scenery, beautiful small streams, lakes, and lots of trout. Front range anglers fly fishing rocky mountain national.
Late march i had the opportunity to attend a presentation by steve schweitzer about fly fishing in rocky mountain national park at my local. Save 15% today when you put down a deposit on your rocky mountain national park trip. Visit estes park while enjoying all the beauty that it has to offer. The best fly fishing in rocky mountain national park. Kirks mountain adventures is located in beautiful estes park, colorado, the gateway to rocky mountain national park. Fly fishing rocky mountain national park todd hosman on. A fly fishing guide to rocky mountain national park. Regardless if you are planning a short halfday fishing hike or a multiday backpack, this book delivers all the information you will need, and more. Anglers guide to rocky mountain national park second edition. Half day fly fishing in the rocky mountains aspire tours. Fishing activities are balanced with efforts to restore and perpetuate natural aquatic environments and life. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Rocky mountain national park guided trips and fly fishing. Fishing was popular with early settlers and visitors in the rocky mountains.
Diy guide to the best fly fishing in rocky mountain. You can catch some nice fish if you fish the power plant outlet area. Book a half day fly fishing trip either at our private arkansas river ranch or in the rocky mountain national park. Everything you need to know about fly fishing estes park and its surrounding areas. Colorado is famous for its many rivers and streams that offer world class fly fishing opportunities. Lost outfitters estes park, co fly fishing and hiking. Marys lake and lake estes have open water with flow coming from adams tunnel. Fishing guides rocky mountain national park fly fishing guide. Rocky mountain national park fly fishing let me admit immediately that most trout in rocky mountain national park are small, and the best fishing is often at the end of a long, steep hike. A little over an hours drive northwest of denver and less than that west of boulder or ft. Colorado fly fishing guides trout fly fishing trips in co. Fall river in horseshoe park and the big thompson in.
His favorite places to backpack to in rmnp are forest canyon and hutcheson lakes. Fishing guides rocky mountain national park fly fishing. Books get that way when the serve a purpose when they are useful and not just pretty. Supplemental stocking is done only to restore native species.
You will also learn about all of the different kinds of flies that work for the different fishing locations. We offer the most exciting and memorable fly fishing trips in rocky mountain national park, estes park valley, and the big thompson river. The best fly fishing in rocky mountain national park rocky mountain national park is an anglers paradise. Cutthroat trout are aplenty in the high alpine lakes, but perhaps not the greenback cutthroat youve searched for. Kirk guides backpacking, llama pack trips and fly fishing trips. Rocky mountain national park is an anglers paradise. We are a family owned and operated mountain adventure company, offering the highest quality fly fishing equipment, backpacking and camping gear. However, the most recent edition of fly fishing rocky mountain national park dates from 2003 not from 2005. With aspire tours, anglers of every skill level can experience a true coloradoan fly fishing adventure in the rocky mountain national park and on the arkansas river in salida. Licenses anyone 16 years old or older needs to be licensed to fish in the state of colorado. Two lakes and a marina lake estes, marys lake, and the lake estes marina also provide good fishing opportunities. If you plan to visit and fish rocky mountain national park, this book is a musthave. Rocky mountain anglers is conveniently located just a stones throw away from the university campus in the heart of boulder, colorado.
Hiking all the trails and vistas that the rocky mountains have to offer. At lost outfitters you will receive a one of a kind fishing andor hiking trip in and around estes park, colorado and the beautiful rocky mountain national park. Kirk has been hiking, backpacking and fly fishing in rocky mountain national park for 20 years, and guiding for 9 years. Regardless if you are planning a short halfday fishing hike or. Fly fishing estes park fishing reports guided trips. When we catch all these species in 1 day, its called the grand slam. All of our fishing vacations are tailored to each customers preference. Fishing the quest for the big catch or at least the big story.
Rainbows and browns are in most waters here, but greenbacks and brooks are found more in the mountains streams and lakes in the rocky mountain national park. Our staff is knowledgeable and willing to answer any questions you may have, as well as offer insight into locations that suit your fishing style or wishes. Indian peaks wilderness area colorado fly fisherman. Colorado rocky mountain full or half day fly fishing tours. Fly fishing rock creek, montana beautiful scenery and lots of fish.