Here are some of the most popular fly fishing flies for fish specific to Colorado waters. Parachute Adams This versatile dry fly imitates a wide range of mayflies and other insects and is a favorite of many anglers in Colorado. It is a great all-purpose fly that can be used in a variety of situations […]
With spring showing its unpredictable side and bringing a fresh coat of snow into the upper Vail Valley this past week, hatches have slowed down, the water has cleared up and the flows have dropped.On the Eagle River, mid-day water temps were down into the 40s the past few days and the water has been […]
With a nice day in the forecast, the wife and I decided to make the most of the day before Sunday night football (Go Ravens!) and hit the Eagle River. With 3rd Rifle Season beginning and an early Broncos game, we went out to the river from 12:30 to 4:00pm. Afternoons have been the best […]
Warmer days have made for comfortable fishing weather as well as steady Blue Winged Olive activity. The Ladders in Eagle have been my stomping grounds the last few days and the fishing continues to be as good as you can imagine for an Indian Summer. Though the water remains low and cool, the air temperatures […]
The lower Eagle River in Gypsum, Colorado continues to fish well despite low water and dropping temperatures. Afternoon fishing from 2pm to dusk (the heat of the day) is highly recommended. Though you will see the occasional fish rising to midges and blue winged olives, your most successful technique for quantity is nymphing. Leading off […]
About Trout Though there are many varieties of trout in Colorado, the most highly prized game fish may be the rainbow trout. Other freshwater lake trout that are frequently seen are the brown and the brook trout. This fish ranges in color from brown to green with a varying degree and character of spots with […]
