Rise Beyond Colorado Fly Fishing Report

The Arkansas through Cañon City is running 354 CFS, clear, and in full fall swing. Morning Trico spinner falls still drive the surface game, but BWOs are starting to show stronger on cloudy days. This is technical but rewarding fishing: riffles, seams, and pocket water are alive early, with trout sliding deeper as temps climb.

Flows are prime for wading, and while pressure is medium in town, a short walk will buy you elbow room.

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Welcome to the North Fork of the South Platte River. This stretch of river is a hidden gem just outside of Denver, less crowded than its more famous cousins like Deckers or Cheesman Canyon, yet equally rich with opportunities to catch trophy-sized trout. 

The North Fork near Bailey is running 200 CFS, clear, and delivering classic fall fishing conditions. Trout are keyed in on Tricos in the morning, with BWOs sliding in on clo...

The Blue below Green Mountain is running 6 CFS — painfully low. Clear water and medium angling pressure mean spooky trout, limited holding water, and very technical conditions. This is one of those stretches where stealth, long leaders, and micro bugs are non-negotiable.

If you fish it, expect a grind: tiny Tricos and BWOs in the mornings, small nymph rigs through seams, and the occasional trout willing to swipe at a micro-strea...

Welcome to Clear Creek, Colorado, where the trout are wily and the water is swift! This picturesque creek runs parallel to I-70 from Georgetown to Golden, offering easy access to some fantastic fly fishing spots. 

Clear Creek at Golden is running 98 CFS, clear, and very approachable for fall fishing. Tricos dominate the bug menu right now, with spinner falls keeping trout active in the early hours. Once the sun hits the canyon, ...

Nestled just an hour from Denver, the Deckers stretch of the South Platte River is a renowned playground for fly fishing enthusiasts. Known for its crystal-clear waters, challenging trout, and stunning scenery, Deckers offers a mix of excitement and tranquility that keeps anglers coming back year-round.

Deckers is running 212 CFS, crystal clear, and right in that sweet spot for fall fishing. The canyon browns are tuned into Tricos i...

The Eagle has settled into its fall rhythm—low, clear, and technical. Tricos are still the breakfast menu, PMDs are hanging around, and terrestrials are pulling bonus eats in the afternoons. Crowds thin as hunting season kicks off, leaving the river mostly to the hardcore anglers who know how to downsize and stealth fish.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5 – fishable but technical)
Flow (CFS): ~260 CFS
Water Temp: 54–58°F mid-morning
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The Dream Stream is in full fall swing, and it’s not for the faint of heart. Flows are low, fish are spooky, and every cast feels like a midterm exam. But September is prime time for sight-fishing to big browns staging for their run, and if you bring your “A” game, you can turn refusals into grip-and-grin moments.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5 – technical, but rewarding)
Flow (CFS): ~120
Water Temp: 54–58°F
Air Temp: Low 70s°F afterno...

The Yampa River is a tailwater gem, especially in sections near Stagecoach Reservoir and Chuck Lewis State Wildlife Area, is fishing exceptionally well. Midges and Blue-Winged Olives are hatching steadily, giving you plenty of opportunities for surface action. Whether you're nymphing or stripping streamers for aggressive browns, this river is primed for a productive day on the water, with autumn colors only adding to the experi...

Nestled just an hour from Denver, the Deckers stretch of the South Platte River is a renowned playground for fly fishing enthusiasts. Known for its crystal-clear waters, challenging trout, and stunning scenery, Deckers offers a mix of excitement and tranquility that keeps anglers coming back year-round.

The trout at Deckers are in grad school mode—rising to Tricos at sunrise, then vanishing into PhD-level refusals by mid-morning. I...

Fall in Colorado is trout season at its finest. The crowds thin, the leaves turn gold, and the rivers come alive with bugs that trout can’t ignore. If you’re still tossing summer hoppers and flashy attractors, you’re already a step behind. Fall fishing in Colorado demands a different playbook — one built around smaller mayflies, subtle presentations, and a few sneaky terrestrials that still get crushed when the sun is high.

This gui...

Welcome to Clear Creek, Colorado, where the trout are wily and the water is swift! This picturesque creek runs parallel to I-70 from Georgetown to Golden, offering easy access to some fantastic fly fishing spots. 

Clear Creek continues to fish fantastically. Recent rain bumps have settled into manageable flows around 110 CFS, the water remains clear, and trout are eating everything from midges to terrestrials. Hopper action is ...

The lower Colorado River near Grand Junction offers a unique fly fishing experience amidst Colorado's high desert landscapes, blending mild winter weather with excellent fishing opportunities. Flowing through scenic stretches near Fruita, Connected Lakes, and the Colorado River State Parks, this section is characterized by its slower runs, deep pools, and clear water. 

The big river near Grand Junction is in late-summer ...

Colorado River – Middle Basin (Glenwood Springs Area) Fly Fishing Report – September 4, 2025

Conditions are falling into sweet spot territory. Flows after recent rain hover around 1,770 CFS below Glenwood Springs, clarity is excellent, and daytime temps have cooled—perfect for chasing trout with nimble nymph presentations and switch-to-streamer tactics come afternoon. Expect Blue‑Winged Olives, PMDs, midges, caddis, yellow sallies, ...

Welcome to the Upper Colorado Near Kremmling, where the trout are hungry, and the water’s as wild as your casting arm! Flowing at a mellow pace between Kremmling and Parshall, this section is a fly fisher’s dream with its mix of slow runs, gentle riffles, and deep pockets perfect for sneaky nymphing or swinging streamers.

The upper Colorado near Kremmling is dialed in. Flows are running around 950 CFS, with water temps holding in ...

The lower Blue is delivering cold, clear, tailwater magic right now. With flows between 315–400 CFS and water temps in the low 50s °F, fish are active from mid-morning through early afternoon. PMDs lead the hatch, with Tricos, Caddis, and terrestrials joining the show. Crowds are moderate, clarity is excellent, and this stretch is outperforming many mere freestones right now.

• Flow Rate: ~315–400 CFS — ideal tailwater levels
• W...

Flowing through Colorado’s stunning Front Range, the Cache la Poudre River is a rugged, scenic waterway known as Colorado’s only Wild and Scenic River.

Flow, clarity, and fish behavior are all firing on all cylinders in the Poudre’s canyon stretch this time of year. With stable flows and a robust mix of hatches and terrestrials coming through, technical anglers are in for a treat and well-positioned to outfish many of the usual week...