Colorado Fly Fishing Guides · Leadville, Colorado

Upper Arkansas River Fishing Report

Fishing conditions and seasonal notes from the Upper Arkansas River between Leadville and Buena Vista.

Latest report from the original site

9/7/26 Upper Arkansas River (Between Leadville and Buena Vista)

Fall is in full swing in the high country and the leaves are starting to show their colors.

Flows are low, but water temps are cool in the upper valley. Hopper/dropper is the go-to rig right now. Use small baetis and midge patterns for your droppers.

For help with these techniques, and to spend a day on the water, give us a call at 719 486 2331 or email [email protected].

PLEASE NOTE THAT COLORADO FLY FISHING GUIDES HAS A NEW LOCATION! We are now located at 504 Harrison Ave. right next door to City on a Hill Coffee Shop and across the street from the Lake County Courthouse.

Report date and conditions above are reproduced from the report visible on the source website; confirm current conditions before fishing.