Guided Fly Fishing Trips

Cast a fly. Mend the line. Set the hook.

Proudly outfitting year round, 5280 Angler® offers walk & wade fly fishing adventures! While helping to create lasting memories on Colorado’s gorgeous waters, we aim to provide safe, enjoyable, and quality experiences for all anglers, regardless of ability. Guide-to-angler ratio never exceeds 1:3. Our professional guides are first aid and CPR certified, and they’re the kind of genuinely friendly people with whom you’ll enjoy sharing a day on the river.

EXPERIENCE COLORADO FLY FISHING!

Fishing Trip Length Options:

1/2 DAY & 3/4 DAY FLY FISHING TRIPS:

Spend 4 or 6 hours on the water. These trips are the perfect choice for busy anglers. Often, they are just the right length for kids or those looking to try the sport for the first time. We generally schedule half day trips around peak fishing times, depending upon season and conditions. Note: lunch is not included in our 1/2 day and 3/4 day trips. 

FULL DAY FLY FISHING TRIPS:

The full day trip is our most frequently booked. These trips start in the morning and spend approximately 7 hours on the water fishing. Additional time is set aside to take a break, relax, and enjoy a streamside lunch.

In Season Rates

(Rates based on angler(s):guide. Groups over 3 will have multiple guides assigned.)

Half Day (4 hrs)

1 Angler: $425
2 Anglers: $495
3 Anglers: $650

3/4 DAY (6 HRS)

1 Angler: $475
2 Anglers: $575
3 Anglers: $695

Full Day (7+ hrs)

1 Angler: $525
2 Anglers: $625
3 Anglers: $775

Contact us to book group trips for 4 to 50 anglers, noting a 3% processing fee and private water upgrades not included.

We have built our reputation around two fundamental principles:

Passion for service: From the booking process, to the river, and beyond, we strive to serve our guests with excellence and professionalism.

Premier destinations:  The trout of Colorado are a truly incredible natural resource. With intense passion, we are driven to catch them, and to protect them. 5280 Angler promotes best practice catch & release fly fishing.

We pride ourselves on our passion for exceptional service and our commitment to protecting Colorado's magnificent trout through catch & release practices. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, join us for an unforgettable day on the river and create lasting memories in the heart of Colorado's natural beauty.

Destinations

Public Waters

There are small creeks close to the city, famous technical tailwaters, and wilderness getaways that each serve as ideal recreational escapes. With wide-ranging variance in stream flows, habitat, and river structures, these diverse public water destinations create an exciting mix of angling challenges! 5280 Angler guides have the ideal experience and passion to match your fly fishing goals to the right fishing location.

Private Waters

5280 Angler works with private property owners who emphasize stream restoration and trout habitat improvement. This quality stewardship results in ecological balance, maximum trout holding capacity, and superior angling opportunities. Basically, these properties are paradise for both trout and anglers alike.

Winter Rates
November through March

Includes: 6 Hours of Guided Fly Fishing, All Rental Gear, Flies, and Bottled Water.

Contact us to book group trips for 4 to 50 anglers, noting a 3% processing fee and private water upgrades not included. Lunch is not included on winter special trips, but anglers are welcome to bring whatever food/beverages are preferred.

Trips Include

Guide(s). Boots. Waders. Rods. Reels. Flies. Terminal Tackle. Cooler & Bottled Water. STREAMSIDE LUNCH IS ALSO INCLUDED ON ALL FULL DAY TRIPS!

NOT INCLUDED: Guide gratuity, private water rod fees, and fishing licenses are not included. To purchase a one day Colorado fishing license please visit Colorado Parks & Wildlife.

Note: several other outfitters do not include wader & boot rental – 5280 Angler DOES include waders & boots for use at no additional charge – they are included in our guided fly fishing adventures!

Your Perfect Fly Fishing Adventure Awaits

Please note: Transportation to and from your fishing destination is not provided.
Upon booking a trip and confirming a date with 5280 Angler, your guide will contact you approximately one week prior to your trip to review details and give specific directions with regard to when and where you will meet. Meeting times and locations will depend upon current fishing conditions and stream flows. 5280 Angler guides make every attempt to accommodate preferences with regard to locations, meeting times, and other special requests.
We have built our reputation on customer service and a true passion for fly fishing. Our number one goal is to create the kind of experience that meets your expectations of a professional fly fishing outfitter and guide service.

For additional details, please see our Frequently Asked Questions.

5280 Angler trips practice catch & release fishing only. We keep em wet.

Our guided trips are operating under Special Use permits. contact us For a full list of permits and private leases

Colorado Outfitter #2828, J & J Fly Fishing, LLC, DBA 5280 Angler, DBA Flyfishing Services, Inc.