From full-day floats through Ruby–Horsethief Canyon to winter nights at the tying bench, every trip is led by a local guide who knows the Grand Valley's water.
Trips & Prices
$595boat of 1–2 anglers
Twenty-five miles of red rock canyon, bald eagles and big Colorado River trout. A classic Grand Valley day.
$1,650per angler, 2–4 anglers
Hike in with pack horses carrying the gear, then float out through the gorge with camp on a sandy bench. Time it for the salmonfly hatch.
$425boat of 1–2 anglers
A shorter float through orchard country near Hotchkiss. Perfect for newer anglers or a morning before Palisade wine tasting.
$3751–2 anglers
Cutthroat and brook trout in cold, clear lakes on the world's largest flat-topped mountain. Easy hiking, big views.
$165per person, small groups
Casting, knots, reading water and your first drift. Gear is provided, so all you need is a license and curiosity.
$450up to 2 hunters
Glass basins and benches with a guide before your season opens. We'll cover access, water, glassing points and how elk use this country.
$145per archer
Bow tune, arrow check and practice shots at elk distances with one of our archery pros.
$140per person, materials included
Learn the eight patterns that catch most Grand Valley trout. Vises and tools are provided, and the flies are yours to keep.
$35per person
A relaxed winter tying night focused on tiny midges and big articulated streamers. Bring a friend.
Season Calendar
Our rivers fish twelve months a year, but every trip has its sweet spot. Darker blocks mark prime time.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby–Horsethief Canyon Float | In season | Prime time | In season | In season | Prime time | In season | ||||||
| Gunnison Gorge Overnight | In season | Prime time | In season | In season | In season | |||||||
| Lower Gunnison Half-Day | In season | Prime time | In season | In season | In season | Prime time | In season | |||||
| Grand Mesa Lakes Walk & Wade | In season | Prime time | In season | In season | ||||||||
| Intro to Fly Fishing Clinic | In season | Prime time | In season | Prime time | In season | |||||||
| Bookcliffs Scouting Day | In season | Prime time | In season | |||||||||
| Archery Elk Prep Session | In season | In season | Prime time | Prime time | ||||||||
| Fly-Tying 101 | Prime time | Prime time | In season | In season | In season | |||||||
| Midge & Streamer Night | Prime time | In season | In season |
In season Prime time
Bench Classes
When the river runs cold and clear, the shop fills up on Tuesday nights. Our tying classes are small, unhurried and a lot of fun, and you'll fish the flies you tie all spring.
New tyers start with Fly-Tying 101. Experienced tyers drop in for themed nights on midges, streamers and Gunnison stoneflies.
Deposits, cancellations and weather: read our policy Questions about trips? See the FAQ