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Stay up to date with the latest from Colorado River Outfitters through our fishing blog. Our professional guides regularly share current fishing reports, seasonal hatch guides, fly recommendations, river conditions, techniques, and on-the-water insights from the Eagle, Colorado, Roaring Fork, and other waters we fish throughout the Colorado Rockies. Whether you're planning an upcoming trip or simply want to know what's happening on the water, our blog gives you information straight from the guides who fish these rivers every day. Subscribe to the CRO blog to get our latest reports, hatch updates, fly selections, and fishing tips delivered directly to you.
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Colorado Fishing Report: Vail Valley and Beyond | September 24, 2026
Fall fishing is heating up across the Vail Valley. The Upper Colorado is fishing at 9/10, the Roaring Fork is back in shape, and streamer fishing is picking up on the Middle Colorado. Get the latest flows, clarity, hatches, top flies, and CRO guide tips for the Colorado, Roaring Fork, and Eagle rivers.
brianchilbert
Sep 258 min read
Colorado Fishing Report: Vail Valley and Beyond 9/12/26
Fall colors, cool mornings, and hungry trout are setting the stage for excellent Colorado fly fishing. Get the latest CRO report for the Upper Colorado, Eagle, and Roaring Fork rivers, including flows, hatch timing, top flies, guide tips, and closure updates. From tiny blue-winged olives to productive hopper-dropper rigs, find out what’s working and plan a guided fall trip with Colorado River Outfitters.
brianchilbert
Sep 128 min read
Colorado Fishing Report: Vail Valley and Beyond 8/28/26
Cooler nights are improving fishing across Colorado, and our latest fishing report covers everything you need to know before hitting the water. Get current conditions, river-by-river reports, recommended flies, guide tips, and the latest updates for the Colorado River, Eagle River, Roaring Fork River, and Arkansas Tailwater. Plus, learn why September is shaping up to be one of the best months of the year to book a guided fly fishing trip with Colorado River Outfitters.
brianchilbert
Aug 285 min read
Colorado Fly Fishing Report 8/12/26: Cooler Water, Strong Hatches & Excellent Fishing
Cooler nights and improved water temperatures are giving Colorado’s trout some much-needed relief. The Roaring Fork is fishing exceptionally well, the Upper Colorado remains productive with early starts, and portions of the Upper Eagle are offering good morning fishing. Here’s the latest CRO fishing report.
brianchilbert
Aug 137 min read
Vail Valley & Roaring Fork Fly Fishing Report - Fish Early. Fish Smart. Protect the Resource.
Summer fly fishing in Colorado is still producing outstanding mornings for anglers who start early and fish responsibly. In our latest fishing report, we break down current conditions on the Eagle, Colorado, and Roaring Fork rivers, share the best hatches and productive flies, and discuss how to protect our wild trout by monitoring water temperatures and calling it a day when rivers reach 68°F.
brianchilbert
Jul 267 min read
Colorado Fly Fishing Report: Eagle River, Colorado River & Roaring Fork River-Current Conditions | Low Water, Hot Weather & Ethical Summer Fishing
Colorado’s rivers are fishing well, but summer heat is changing the game. Our latest fishing report covers current conditions on the Eagle River, Upper and Lower Colorado River, and Roaring Fork River, including flows, water temperatures, recommended flies, guide tips, and ethical fishing practices. Learn where to fish, when to stop, and how to protect our incredible trout fisheries during these hot summer conditions.
brianchilbert
Jul 125 min read
Colorado Fly Fishing Report 6/25/26 Eagle River • Upper Colorado River • Lower Colorado River • Roaring Fork River
Get the latest Colorado fly fishing report from Colorado River Outfitters with expert updates on the Eagle River, Roaring Fork River, and Colorado River. Learn what’s hatching, the best fly patterns, proven guide tips from Matt Fletcher and Sam Kinney, current river conditions, water temperature updates, and responsible trout fishing practices. Plan your next Vail, Aspen, or Glenwood Springs fly fishing trip with confidence.
brianchilbert
Jun 256 min read
Colorado Fly Fishing Report: Eagle River, Roaring Fork River & Colorado River Update
Colorado fly fishing remains excellent on the Eagle River, Colorado River, and Roaring Fork River, but anglers should pay close attention to rising water temperatures as flows continue to drop. Our latest fishing report covers current conditions, productive hatches, top fly patterns, and important trout conservation guidelines, including when to stop fishing as water temperatures approach 68°F.
brianchilbert
Jun 196 min read
June Hatch Guide: A Complete Guide to Colorado's Hatches in June
June is one of the best months of the year to fly fish in Colorado. From prolific PMD and caddis hatches to golden stoneflies, yellow sallies, blue-winged olives, and midges, trout have plenty to eat. Our June Hatch Guide breaks down each hatch, when to expect it, where trout feed, and the best tactics for success. Get prepared for some of Colorado’s most exciting fly fishing opportunities of the season.
brianchilbert
Jun 66 min read
Vail Valley Fishing Report - 5/29/26
The latest Vail Valley fishing report features current conditions on the Eagle River, Colorado River, and Roaring Fork River. The Eagle and Upper Colorado are providing excellent fly fishing opportunities with productive nymphing, dry fly, and streamer action. Stay updated with local hatch activity, fly recommendations, river conditions, and expert insight from Colorado River Outfitters, Vail’s trusted fly fishing guides.
brianchilbert
May 295 min read
Vail Valley Fishing Report 5/23/26
Spring fishing in the Vail Valley is firing on all cylinders right now. The Eagle River is producing excellent action with strong hatches of BWOs, caddis, stoneflies, and midges keeping trout active throughout the day. Cooler weather has temporarily slowed runoff, creating improved clarity and ideal flows across many local fisheries. Whether you’re floating the Eagle, wading Gore Creek, or exploring the Colorado River, anglers are finding eager fish and increasing dry fly opp
brianchilbert
May 234 min read
Eagle River Fishing Report with Brian Hilbert
Eagle River - With Brian Hilbert Flow: 230cfs (at Gypsum) Clarity: 3’ Fishing Quality: 9/10 Spring fishing on the Eagle River is firing right now, and this is one of those windows you don’t want to miss. We’ve been on the water every single day for the past two months, and the consistency has been nothing short of incredible. Between strong bug activity and fish that are feeding throughout the day, it’s as good as it gets for this time of year. Here’s exactly what I’m seeing
brianchilbert
Apr 273 min read
Eagle River Fishing Report With CRO Guide Sam Kinney
Eagle River: (Near Wolcott) Flow: 226 cfs (Click Here For Current Flows) Clarity: 3.5’- 4’ Fishing Quality: 8/10 Spring is officially rolling in across the Vail Valley, and the Eagle River has been showing us exactly why this is one of our favorite times of year to be on the water. CRO guide Sam Kinney has been logging some quality days out there, and while conditions have been a little unpredictable at times, the payoff has been more than worth it for anglers willing to adap
brianchilbert
Apr 143 min read
Vail Valley Fishing Report – Conditions, Flows & What’s Working
Spring fishing across the Vail Valley is delivering some excellent days on the water, but rapidly changing flows and weather are creating a mix of opportunity and challenge depending on where you go. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what we’re seeing right now and how to approach each river. Colorado River (Pump House) Flow: 205 cfs Clarity: 4’- 5’+ Fishing: 8/10 Flows dropped dramatically Wednesday from 600 cfs down to 190 cfs. We haven’t seen water this low in a long time, an
brianchilbert
Apr 34 min read
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