7-22-2025 Colorado River Fishing Report
7.22.25 THE UPPER C IS THE PLACE TO BE As I was navigating where to fly fish recently here in the Eagle Valley, the dog days of summer had me wondering where to go. … Read more
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7-16-25 Eagle River Fishing Report
KEEP EM WET, KEEP EM IN THE NET AND WHEN NESS, LEAVE EM ALONE Here at Hills Discount Flies we encourage ethical fishing in many ways. Flyfishing the numerous waters available here in the … Read more
7-8-25 Eagle River Report
ADAPT AND SUCCEED, AND BE SURE TO MATCH THE HATCH! The end of the runoff was mistakenly reported! It’s skinny, real skinny, so get skinny! Remove a few extra items from your boat, remove … Read more
7-1-25 Eagle River Report
Well runoff came, and when you read this, runoff will have went here for the Eagle River in the Vail Valley. The fly fishing has been fantastic! We did see the Eagle River reach … Read more
6-3-25 Eagle River Weekly Report
Low water, high water, clear water, and muddy water. One thing they all have in common is that they all have trout in them that eat bugs. GO FISHING Spring runoff is NOT a … Read more
Popular Fishing Flies for Colorado Fly Fishing in 2025
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 … Read more
4-28-20 Spring April on Eagle Report
With spring showing its unpredictable side and bringing a fresh coat of snow to the upper Vail Valley this past week, hatches have slowed, the water has cleared, and flows have dropped. On the … Read more
11-9-19 Great Fall Afternoons on Eagle River
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 the 3rd Rifle … Read more
10-16-19 The Eagle Continues to Fish Well in the Ladders
Warmer days have made for comfortable fishing weather and 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 … Read more
10-11-19 lower Eagle River Fly Fishing Trip
The lower Eagle River in Gypsum, Colorado, continues to fish well despite low water and dropping temperatures. Afternoon fishing from 2 pm to dusk (when the heat of the day is at its peak) … Read more
Fly Fishing For Trout
About Trout Though there are wide varieties of trout in Colorado, the most highly prized game fish may be the rainbow trout. Other freshwater lake trout commonly seen include brown and brook trout. This … Read more