Colorado is not only home to some of the greatest fly-fishing opportunities in the United States, the state is also home to some of the best retailers of fly gear in the nation as well. So if you are looking to purchase that new rod and reel or waders check out our links to find the Colorado dealer nearest you. With lists of gear carried and links to shop sites you are sure to find what you are looking for.
Many of the shops listed below also provide guide services as well as providing quality fly-fishing gear. The services the shops provide are denoted as follows: (FS) fly-shop (FG) fly-shop with guide services.
Anglers Addiction provides both full service fly shop and guide service to the Pueblo area. With a great selection of gear and is probably the only shop with a pool table.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Adventure Flyfishing Co., Umpqua, T.L. Johnson, Scientific Anglers, Royal Wullf Products, May Fly, C&F Designs, Frog Hair and more.
Waters guides service: Contact shop for information about waters serviced.
Anglers All- 5211 South Santa Fe Drive, Littleton 303.794.7704 or toll free 800.327.5014 web: anglersall.com email: shop@anglersall.com (FG)
Anglers All offers a full service and online store for all of your fly-fishing needs. In business since 1954 it is the oldest fly-fishing store in Colorado and also one of the largest, full service, fly-fishing only stores in the Rocky Mountains. With a great guide staff and plenty of waters to explore Angler's All is a great choice for a guided trip as well.
Fly-fishing brands carried; Ross, Abel, Galvan, Hardy, Orvis, Tibor, Nautilus, Sage, Scott, Winston, Cortland, Alan Kube (bamboo), Simms, Cloudveil, Exofficio, Patagonia, Korkers, Fishpond, William Joseph. Fisknat, Cocoons, Smith Optical, C&F, System X, Wheatley, Rio, Teeny, Wulff, Umpqua, Maxima, Outcast, Dyna-King, HMH and Renzetti.
Waters guides service: Taryall Creek, North and South Forks of the South Platte River, Clear Creek, Big Thompson River, Gianetti Spring Creeks, Gunnison River, Yampa River, Laramie River and several private water options.
Angler's Covey 295 South 21st Street Colorado Springs, CO 80904 tel. 719.471.2984 or 800.75.FISHN web: anglerscovey.com (FG)
Angler's Covey has been helping fly fishing aficionados fool trout on the South Platte for more than 25 years. With a great selection of gear and a knowledgible store and guide staff you can't go wrong at Angler's Covey.
Fly-fishing brands carried: Sage, Orvis, Simms, Patagonia, Ross, Ex Officio, Umpqua, Scientific Anglers, RIO, Action Optics, Winston and more.
Waters guides service: South Platte River, Spinney Mtn. Reservoir, Taryall Creek and several private waters.
Anglers Junction 845 Oak Street Salida, CO 81201 tel. 719.530.2100 or 866.574.2100 web: www.anglersjunctionfishing.com (FG)
Angler's Junction provides the fly-fisher with a full service fly shop and guide service for the Arkansas River Valley.
Waters guides service: contact shop for information about waters serviced.
Angler's Roost 925 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 200 Ft. Collins, CO 80525 tel. 970.377.3785 web: anglers-roost.com (FS)
Angler's Roost provides an excellent fly shop with quality gear for the Fort Collins area.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Bauer, Chota, Dan Bailey, Buck's Bags, Galvan, Froghair, Scientific Anglers, Redington, Brodin, Waterworks/Lamson, Outcast Boats, J. Ryall, Fishpond, Costa Del Mar, Airflo, William Joseph and more.
ArkAnglers- Pueblo west of I-25 on Hwy 50 tel. 719-543-3900 Buena Vista Hwy 24 tel. 719-395-1796 Salida US Hwy 50 tel. 719-539-3474 web arkanglers.com email Info@arkanglers.com (FG)
Arkanglers provides both full service flyshop and outfitter for the Arkansas River and some South Platte destinations. With three locations along the Arkansas River they have you covered when fishing this region.
Waters guides service: Arkansas River and other waters. Contact shop for more information about waters serviced.
The Blue Quill Angler 1532 Bergen Parkway Evergreen, CO tel. 800-435-5353 or 303-674-4700 www.bluequillangler.com (FG)
The Blue Quill Angler is a full-service fly shop located 30 miles west of Denver, in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, providing anglers in the Front Range and beyond with top quality gear and education since 1988. As the Blue Quill Angler continue to serve Colorado anglers from their historical "cone-shaped" log barn, the web has provided them with the chance to extend products and services to fly anglers across the globe. The Blue Quill Angler also has a staff of seasoned veterans with many years of guiding/fishing experience. The one thing all the staff have in common at the Blue Quill is a passion for the sport.
Waters guides service: Blue River, Arkansas River, South Platte River, Clear Creek, Colorado River, Williams Fork River and several private water options.
Blue River Anglers 281 Main Street Frisco, CO 80443 tel. 970.668.2583 or 888.453.9171 web: www.blueriveranglers.com (FG)
Located in Frisco, Blue River Anglers provides locals and visitors alike with a great selection of gear, knowledgeable staff and experienced guides.
Fly-fishing gear carrried: Action Optics, Aloe Up, Cortland, Dan Baileys, Dr. Slick, Fishpond, Harding and Sons, Imperial Headwear, Korkers, Loon Outdoors, Morell, Outcast, Rio, Ross, Scott, Solitude, William Joseph, Wind River.
Waters guides service: Blue River, Colorado River, Arkansas River, South Platte River, Eagle River, Williams Fork River and more.
Breckenridge Outfitters 100 North Main Street Ste. 206 Town Square Breckenridge, CO 80424 tel. 970.453.4135 or 877.898.6104 web: www.breckenridgeoutfitters.com (FG)
Breckenridge Outfitters provides quality gear and a knowledgeable staff for the Breckenridge area. An Orvis endorsed shop and guide service you know you are in godd hands with the staff and guides of Breckenridge Outfitters.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Orvis, Winston, Rio, Whiting Farms, Hoffman, Hareline, Spirit River, Mayfly, C&F Design, Bite, Costa Del Mar, Montana Fly Company, Cocoons, Wind River, Loon Outdoors, Platte River Fly Company and more.
Waters guides service: Blue River, South Platte River, Williams Fork River and Colorado River.
Charlie's Fly Box Inc. 7513 Grandview Avenue Arvada, CO 80002 tel. 303-403-8880 www.charliesflyboxinc.com (FG)
Charlie's Fly Box is packed with the best of the best fly-fishing gear, fly tying materials, rods, reels and associated merchandise.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, St. Croix, Simms, Korkers, Scott, Ross, Abel, Galvan and more.
Waters guides service: Contact shop for more information.
Crystal Fly Shop 208 Main St. Carbondale, CO tel. 970.963.5741 web: crystalflyshop.com (FG)
Crystal Fly Shop is a full service fly shop and guide service for the Roaring Fork Valley.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Winston, Echo, Galvan, St. Croix, Elkhorn and more.
Waters guides service: Roaring Fork River, Frying Pan River, Colorado River and Crystal River.
Being one of the only fly shops in the Conejos River Valley, this is our recommended stop when fishing the Conejos and surrounding waters. CRA also has the only USFS and BLM permits to guide the Conejos and surrounding wilderness area. Next time you are in the area give Jon and the staff a look and tell them wtotf sent you.
Fly gear carried: Sage, Galvan, G. Loomis, Ross Worldwide, Simms, Patagonia, Fishpond, Brodin, Wachter, C&F Design, Scientific Anglers, Unpqua, Solitude, Lamson and several others. CRA also ties some local specialty stuff that is out of this world.
Waters guides service: Conejos River, Los Pinos River, Rio Grande and others. Contact the shop for all the area options.
Dan's Fly Shop Located in Lake City, CO tel. 970.944.2281 www.dansflyshop.com (FG)
Dan's Fly Shop provides quality fly gear and guiding services for the Lake City area.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Contact fly shop for more information.
Waters guides service: Lake Fork of the Gunnison, Gunnison River, Rio Grande and more.
Discount Fishing 2645 S. Santa Fe Drive Denver, CO 80223 tel. 303.698.0015 www.fortackle.com (FG)
Located in metro Denver, Discount Fishing provides high quality fly fishing gear and fly tying materials.
Fly-fishing gear carried: TFO, Tiemco, St. Croix, Fishpond, Patagonia, Umpqua, Ross, Waterworks/Lamson and more.
Waters guides service: South Platte River, Big Thompson River, Colorado River, Cache La Poudre River, Eagle River and more.
Dragonfly Anglers307 Elk Avenue Crested Butte, CO tel. 970.349.1228 or toll free 800.491.3079 www.dragonflyanglers.com (FG)
Dragonfly Anglers has been operating in the Gunnison area since 1983, originally as the Coal Creek Angling Service, and although the name may have changed the service and the fishing haven't. Dragonfly Angler's provides both a fly shop and guide service for those visiting the Crested Butte area.
Waters guides service: Contact shop for more information about waters serviced by guides.
Duranglers Flies & Supplies 923 Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301 tel. 970.385.4081 or 888.347.4346 web: duranglers.com (FG)
Duranglers is the Four Corners' area premier outfitter for all your fly fishing needs. Since 1983, Duranglers has been the region's source for custom-guided fly fishing trips, equipment, flies, and information.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sims, Sage, Ross, Patagonia, Able, Action Optics, Winston, Scott, Umpqua and more.
Waters guides service: Animas River, Dolores River, Gunnison River, Los Piños River, Piedra River, Rio Grande River, San Juan River and more.
Estes Angler 338 West Riverside Drive Estes Park, CO 80517 tel. 970.586.2110 or 800.586.2110 web: www.estesangler.com (FG)
Estes Angler provides a full service fly shop and guide service for the Estes Park area and RMNP. With a highly knowledgeable staff and quality gear selection the Estes Angler can provide every the angler needs.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Winston, TFO, Waterworks/Lamson, Cloudveil, Idylwilde Flies, Umpqua, Fishpond, Froghair, William Joseph, Hardy, Scientific Anglers and more.
Waters guides service: RMNP waters, Big Thompson, Fall River and more.
Front Range Anglers 629 B South Broadway Boulder, CO 80305 tel. 303.494.1375 web: frontrangeanglers.com
Front Range Anglers not only has a knowledgeable staff and excellent gear selection but they also have a great guide staff and selection of waters to fish. Whenever you're in the Boulder area we definately recommend checking out these guys.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Simms, Redington, Waterworks Lamson, Sage, Ross, Abel, Tibor, Bauer, Hatch Outdoors, Winston, Scott, Fishpond and more.
Waters guides service: Boulder Creek, Big Thompson River, RMNP waters and several private water options.
Frying Pan Anglers 132 Basalt Center Circle Basalt, CO 81621 tel. 970.927.3441 web: www.fryingpananglers.com (FG)
Frying Pan Anglers provides a full service fly shop and guide service. With a great selection of flies and a knowledgeable staff this a good shop to check out.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Winston, St. Croix, March Brown, Albright, Ross, Lamson, Galvan, Stone Creek Reels, Albright, Hardy, Brodin, Dan Bailey, Simms, Redington, Chota, Helly Hanson, Action Optics, Scientific Anglers and Rio.
Waters guides service: Frying Pan River, Roaring Fork River, Colorado River and area small mountain streams.
Ghillies Hackle and Tackle Fly Shop 3314 Ausitn Bluffs Pkwy Colorado Springs, CO 80918 tel. 719.531.5413 web: www.ghilliesflyshop.com (FS)
Ghillies Hackle and Tackle provides top of the line fly fishing gear to the Colorado Springs area and on the web.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Patagonia, Fishpond, Filson, Scientific Anglers, Outcast, Scott, TFO, Ross, Dan Bailey, Wright & McGill, Korkers, Tiemco, Ex Officio and more.
The Hatch Fly Shop 34375 U.S. Hwy 285 Pine Junction, CO 80470 tel. 303.816.0487 web: hatchflyshop.com (FG)
The Hatch Fly Shop is perfectly situated for anglers, located close to the Cheeseman Canyon and Deckers area of the South Platte. With a great selection of gear and a knowedgeable staff this is a great place to start your next South Platte River visit.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Action Optics, Bauer, Ross, Brodin, Sage, Simms, Umpqua, Winston and more.
Waters guides service:South Platte River, North Fork South Platte River, Spinney Reservoir, Taryall Creek and several private water opportunities.
Hook Flyfishing 2030 E. County Line Road Highlands Ranch, CO tel. 720.920.9780 web:hookflyfishing.com (FG)
Hook flyfishing provides high quality fly gear and a knowledgeable staff to help you find the right stuff. Hook flyfishing also provides a guide service for local spots and also a booking agent for several exotic locations to get your fly on.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Loop, Rio, Outcast, Chota, Wapsi, TFO, Fly H2O, Umpqua, Stone Creek, Redington, Fishpond, Tibor and more.
Waters guides service: contact shop for information about waters serviced.
Kirk's Flyshop 230 E. Elkhorn Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517 tel. 970.577.0790 web: www.kirksflyshop.com (FG)
Kirk's Flyshop is a full service fly shop and outfitter service providing quality gear and guides. With excellent access and information about Rocky Mountain National Park and the surrounding areas Kirk's is a great choice when in Estes Park.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, St. Croix, Simms, Ross, Patagonia, Abel, Umpqua, Fishpond, Maui Jim, Rio, Scientific Anglers, Action Optics, Dr. Slick and more.
Waters guides service: Rocky Mountain National Park waters, Big Thompson, Fall River and more.
The Laughing Grizzly, Longmont's only professional fly fishing shop offers quality products and fly tying and rod building classes. The Laughing Grizzly also provides guide services with a highly knowledgeable staff.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, Winston, St. Croix, Simms, Fishpond, Ross, Galvan, Rio, Scientific Anglers and more.
Waters guides service: Contact shop for more information about waters guides service.
Mo Henry's Trout Shop- Located in Fraser, CO tel. 970.726.9754 web: www.mohenrys.com (FG)
Mo Henry's is a full service fishing shop in the Fraser Valley, carrying the highest quality rods, reels, waders and accessories. With the some of the most experienced fishing guides in the area, MoHenry's can help you make the most of your time on the water. Please contact shop for gear and guiding information.
The Mountain Angler Ltd. is one of Summit Counties finest outdoor clothing stores and fly shops. The fly shop is fully stocked, our inventory includes a wide variety of rods, reels, waders, wading shoes, vests, chest packs, rain gear, luggage and of course all the flies and accessories you will need for a successfull day on the River. Licenses, books, fly tying materials, gifts and maps are also stocked. Rugged, high quality outdoor clothing is available on a year-round basis. Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, Redington, Ross, Abel Waterworks/Lamson, Galvan, Tibor, Simms, Cloudveil, Patagonia, Columbia, Ex-Officio, Scientific Anglers, Rio, Frog Hair, Action Optics, Kaenon, Dan Bailey, Umpqua Feather Merchants, Glacier Glove, Enrique Puglisi, Camelback, Outcast, Renzetti, Whitting Farms, Uvex and Regal Vises.
Waters guided: Blue River, Eagle River, Colorado River, Arkansas River, South Platte River and several small streams and reservoirs.
North Park Anglers 524 Main Street Walden, CO 80480 tel. 970.723.4215 web: northparkanglers.com (FG)
North Park Anglers is North Parks only full service fly shop and outfitter. With a highly knowledgeable store and guide staff just stop in to get help in finding the fish in this great part of Colorado.
Waters guides service: North Platte River, Michigan River, Illinois River, Roaring Fork, Delany Buttes Lakes and several other waters. Contact shop for more information about guide services.
Orvis Rod and Tackle 2701 East 1st Avenue Denver, CO tel. 303.355.4554 and 9615 E. County Line Rd. tel. 303.768.9600 web: www.orvis.com (FS)
Orvis is well known for fly-fishing gear from rods & reels to waders and boots. Created in 1856 by C.F. Orvis, the company has grown from a small stone building next to his brothers hotel, to one of the largest producers of quality fly-fishing equipment in the United States. With a wide selection of terminal tackle, waders and flies you are certain to find what you need at either of the Denver metro areas two Orvis retail shops.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Orvis, Simms.
The Peak Fly Shop 5767 N. Acedemy Blvd. Colorado Springs tel. 719.260.1415 and 301 E. Hwy 24 Woodland Park, CO tel. 719.687.9122 web: www.ThePeakFlyShop.com (FG)
The Peak Fly Shop has been serving Colorado Springs since March of 1996. A full-service fly shop providing not only the finest in fly-fishing equipment, but also information, classes, guide services and destination trips. With a knowledgeable staff and two easy to find locations the Peak Fly Shop is an excellent choice when in Colorado Springs.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Simms, Winston, Ross, Redington, Waterworks/Lamson, Sage, Rio, Scientific Anglers, Bite, Action Optics, Korkers, Galvan, Tibor and more.
Waters guides service: Arkansas, South Platte, private waters and also stillwaters.
Rigs Fly Shop565 Sherman Suite 2 Ridgway, CO 81432 tel. 888.626.4460 web: www.fishrigs.com (FG)
Roaring Fork Anglers (Alpine Angling Adventures) 2205 Grand Avenue Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 tel. 970.945.0180 and 995 Cowen Dr. Ste. 102 Carbondale, CO 81623 tel. 970.963.9245 or 800.781.8120 web: roaringforkanglers.com (FG)
With two shop locations in the Roaring Fork Valley you are sure to find the gear or guide you need at Roaring Fork Anglers.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Orvis, Sage, Ross and more.
Waters guids service: Roaring Fork River, Colorado River, Crystal River, Frying Pan River, Eagle River and more.
Royal Gorge Anglers 1210 Royal Gorge Blvd. (US 50) Cañon City, CO 81212 tel. 719.269.3474 or 888.994.6743 web: www.royalgorgeanglers.com (FG)
Royal Gorge Anglers provides both a high quality guide service and fly shop for the Arkansas River Valley. With high quality fly gear and excellent guide staff Royal Gorge Anglers are a best bet when in Canon City.
Fly-gear carried: Winston, Action Optics, Sage, Simms, Wright & McGill, Sir Francis, Ross, Scientific Anglers, Waterworks/Lamson, Vosseler, Rio, Filson, Airflo, Fishpond, Tilley, Brodin and more.
Waters guides service: South Platte River, Arkansas River, Spinney Reservoir, Antero Reservoir, Gunnison Gorge.
Sportsman Outdoors & Fly Shop 238 S. Gunnison Lake City, CO 81235 tel. 970.944.2526 web: sportsmanoutdoorslakecity.com (FG)
The Sportsman provides quality gear and a knowledgeable staff for the Lake City area. With great guides and backpacking gear this is a great place to load up when visiting this fishing mecca.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, Simms, Brodin, Dan Bailey, Chota, Smith and more.
Waters guides service: Contact shop for guide service information.
St. Peters Fly Shop 202 Remington Street Ft. Collins, CO 80524 tel. 970.498.8968 web: stpetes.com (FG)
Located in an historic, 105 year old Victorian home in Old Town Fort Collins, St. Peter's offers a unique fly shop atmosphere. You can stop in anytime to find friendly staff ready to answer your questions or get excited with you about a recent or upcoming trip. With a quality gear selection and knwledgeable guide staff St. Peters has what you need.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, Scott, Winston, G. Loomis, Bauer, Ross, Nautilus, Hardy, Abel, Tibor, Hatch, Scientific Anglers, Royal Wulff Products, Rio and more.
Waters guides service: contact shop for more information. Steamboat Flyfisher 507 Lincoln Anvenue Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 tel. 970.879.6552 web: www.steamboatflyfisher.com (FG)
Steamboat Flyfisher provides a full service fly shop and guide service for the Steamboat Springs area.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Winston, Sage, Scott, Redington, Ross, Tibor, Abel, Scientific Anglers, Simms and more.
Taylor Creek Fly Shop 183 Basalt Center Circle Basalt, CO 81621 tel. 970.927.4374 www.taylorcreek.com (FG)
Taylor Creek Fly Shop not only has some of the most knowledeable staff and guides in the Roaring Fork Valley, but they also have a great selection of fly gear. Whenever you're in Basalt we highly recommend checking out Taylor Creek.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, G. Loomis, Orvis, Galvan, Loop, Abel, Tibor, Ross, Fly H20, Umpqua, Montana Fly Company, Spirit River Inc., Renzetti, Regal, Wapsi, Metz, Danville, Griffin, Patagonia, Simms, Ex Officio, Sportif, J.W. Outfitters, Action Optics, Glacier Glove, Brodin, Loon Outdoors, Scientific Anglers, D.B. Dun and more.
Waters guides service: Frying Pan River, Roaring Fork River, Colorado and other local waters.
Trout's Fly Fishing is Denver’s premier fly fishing retailer, outfitter and educator. We have been serving the greater Denver Front Range region for over a decade now, priding ourselves on offering the Colorado angling community to finest in fly fishing goods and services. Our store is located at 1303 E. 6th Avenue in Denver, on the corner of 6th Avenue and Marion Street in between Downtown Denver and Cherry Creek North. We offer year round up-to-date fishing reports, the newest and greatest gear in the industry, as well as the largest fly selection in the West Come by some time, chat with the guys, and see why Trout’s Fly Fishing is Denver Fly Shop
Fly-fishing gear carried: Simms, Patagonia, Sage, Winston, Scott, G. Loomis, Ross, Waterworks/Lamson, Nautilus, Galvan, Tibor and Billy Pate Reels, Rio, Scientific Anglers, Upqua, Fishpond, Smith Optics, Maui Jim, Hairline Dubbing, Natures Spirit and more.
Waters guides service: Contact shop for more information.
Willowfly Anglers 130 C.R. 742 Almont, CO 81210 tel. 970.641.1303 or 888.761.FISH web: www.willowflyanglers.com (FG)
Willowfly Anglers is a full service fly shop and Orvis endorsed guide service located at Three Rivers Resort in Almont Colorado, where the Taylor River and East River meet to make the Gunnison. With a great selection of gear and knowledgeable staff and guides you'll get what you need at Willowfly.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Orvis
Waters guides service: Taylor River, Gunnison River and East River.
Your Fishing Partner 1524 Miner Street Idaho Springs, CO 80452 tel. 303.567.1500 web: yourcoloradofishingpartner.com (FG)
Your Fishing Partner is a full service fly shop with an excellent selection of fly-fishing gear. The shop also provides guided trips with a knowledgeable staff.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Scott, Redington, Albright, Cortland, Ross, Galvan, Sprirt River, Scientific Anglers, Pacific Fly Group and more.
Waters guides service: Clear Creek and other waters.
Western Anglers Fly Shop 413 Main St. Grand Junction, CO 81501 tel. 970.244.8658 or 800.513.FISH web: westernanglers.com (FS)
In Grand Junction and need some fly gear? Check out Western Anglers.
Fly-fishing gear carried: Sage, Scott, TFO, Thomas & Thomas, Winston, Abel, Bauer, Galvan, Ross, Tibor, Simms, Fishpond, Scientific Anglers and more.
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