There's something fishy going on in Colorado. In fact, the situation is so fishy that Colorado fly-fishing is one of the most popular activities in the state. Are you wondering where to go on a fly-fishing Colorado vacation? Read on for detailed information about fly-fishing in Colorado.
Fly-Fishing in Colorado Blue River
From the dam at Dillon Reservoir all the way to Kremmling, the 38 miles of the Blue River is considered a Gold Medal Stream. The Blue is a small river, which is part of its charm as a Colorado fly-fishing destination. As it flows north as a small stream, the Blue River passes Breckenridge and the famous on its way to Dillon Reservoir. In this upper 10-mile stretch, the river has an excellent population of trout averaging 12-14 inches with some in the 16-20 inch range. Below the Dillon Reservoir, the Blue River has an enormous population of rainbow trout as well as brook trout.
The area below the Dillon reservoir eventually flows into Silverthorne, home to the Silverthorne Outlet Stores. Here you can find some of the largest trout in the state, making this area of the Blue River one of the most popular destinations for a fly-fishing Colorado vacation. Silverthorne is also home to Cutthroat Anglers, a popular Colorado fly-fishing store situated in the lovely Silverthorne Pavilion, which is located along the banks of the Blue River. Cutthroat Anglers also offers expert guides for fly-fishing in Colorado. The fishing in this area of Silverthorne happens under the Pavilion Bridge, which is also a popular site for Colorado wedding receptions. . If you plan to stay in this area, you can spend your evenings enjoying the theatrical productions at the Backstage Theatre or the free outdoor concerts at the Dillon Amphitheatre.
Fly Fishing Colorado Vacation Near Aspen
If you wish to take a fly fishing Colorado vacation near Aspen, you will probably be fishing along the Roaring Fork River. The Roaring Fork River begins in the snowfields and lakes of one of Colorado's highest mountain ranges. Then, as it tumbles to the northwest, it joins the Colorado River on its way to the Pacific Ocean. This rapid descent makes it one of the steepest rivers in Colorado. When it reaches the river valley, it soaks up the fertility of the land and the sun. It thus becomes one of the state's finest freestone rivers, which provide excellent Colorado fly-fishing for wild brown and rainbow trout.
In the upper reaches of the Roaring Fork River, you will find a lovely mountain stream filled with small brook trout in the headwater tributaries and a healthy population of rainbow and brown trout in the main stem. The stretch between McFarlane Creek downstream through Aspen to the Upper Woody Creek Bridge was the first designated wild-trout water in Colorado.
A fly-fishing Colorado vacation can easily be combined with a Colorado hiking, biking or camping trip. Additionally, you can fish during the day, and enjoy the many cultural attractions of Colorado in the evening.
