About Us

Your local connection to the Upper Arkansas River

Colorado Fly Fishing Guides is a small-town fly shop and guide service based in historic downtown Leadville, Colorado.

We help anglers experience the Upper Arkansas River Valley through guided walk-and-wade trips, mountain creek outings, high alpine lake adventures and boat fishing opportunities. Whether you are picking up a few flies, learning the basics or looking for a full day exploring new water, our goal is to help you make the most of your time on the river.

Our shop is located at 504 Harrison Ave. in Leadville. Stop in for local fly-fishing information, flies, tackle and accessories, or get in touch to plan a guided day on the water.

Discover the rivers, creeks and alpine waters of the Upper Arkansas Valley.

Rooted in the Leadville community

Colorado Fly Fishing Guides is a division of Alpine Ski & Sport LLC. The shop is located at 504 Harrison Ave., Leadville, CO 80461.

Colorado Fly Fishing Guides is registered with the State of Colorado as an outfitter, registration #2530, and operates under special use permit from the USDA Forest Service, San Isabel National Forest.

Please contact us directly for current trip availability, access details, rates and seasonal conditions.