Colorado is known for many amazing outdoor adventures, but one of the best is the amazing fly fishing opportunities. Not only does Aspen and Snowmass have scenic fly fishing locations, but the animal life in the area ensures the perfect amount of fish year round. No matter if you are a 20-year veteran fly fisher or someone looking to pick up a new hobby, fly fishing in Aspen Snowmass is the perfect activity for you when you stay in one of our amazing properties.
What is Fly Fishing?
Fly fishing is an angling method in which the fisherman uses a lightweight lure to catch a fish. The lure, normally called an artificial fly, is whipped back and forth along the top of the water in order to simulate the local insect life. There are various methods and ways of casting, but ultimately you are seeking to have the fish come up towards the surface in order to feed on your lure.
Roaring Fork and Frying Pan Rivers
Aspen and Snowmass have amazing waters for fly fishing in Aspen. The headwaters of the Roaring Fork River start above Aspen at Independence Pass. This river carves through the mountain through Aspen, Basalt and Carbondale, then joins the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs. This river lies just minutes away from Timberline Condominiums and is a healthy river ecosystem that supports a variety of insect life that keeps the fish well-fed all year round. You can catch a variety of fish in this area, including rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout, along with mountain whitefish as well.
The Frying Pan River joins the Roaring Fork in Basalt and is a world-famous tail-water fishery. This area is known for its consistent hatches and clever fish to make for a fun time fly fishing in Aspen Snowmass. If you are traveling in the winter, the Ruedi Reservoir dam control ensures consistent water temperatures and allows for fishing without the worry of ice in the winter. A rare freshwater shrimp inhabits the Ruedi Reservoir and provides extra protein for the fish near the dam, resulting in stronger and more colorful trout.
Fly Fishing in Aspen Year Round
Fly fishing in Aspen and Snowmass is popular year-round due to the amazing conservation efforts of the people in the area. The most popular time of year is before the high-water run-off in April and May and after the run-off in July to October. No matter what time of year you choose to visit, fly fishing will be a fun activity for all.
