Spring Fly Fishing Trips: The Best Kept Secret of the Season

Spring is one of the most underrated times to experience fly fishing in Colorado, yet it offers some of the most incredible opportunities of the year. As winter gives way to warmer days, rivers come to life, fish become more active, and the scenery transforms into a breathtaking landscape of blooming wildflowers and lush greenery. While many anglers wait for summer, spring fly fishing trips offer a perfect blend of solitude, excellent fishing, and stunning natural beauty.

A beautiful Roaring Fork River Rainbow Trout, taken on a March float trip!

Perfect Spring Weather

There’s something magical about spring mornings on the water. The crisp air carries the scent of fresh earth, the sun slowly climbs over the horizon, and the river reflects a sky that shifts from soft pastels to vibrant blue. By midday, temperatures are comfortable—warm enough to enjoy without the scorching heat of summer. Light spring breezes ripple across the water, adding to the peaceful ambiance. It’s the kind of weather that makes you want to stay on the water all day.

Minimal Crowds, Maximum Enjoyment

One of the biggest perks of spring fly fishing is the solitude. Unlike the peak summer months, when rivers can be crowded with anglers, rafters, and vacationers, spring offers a more relaxed and intimate fishing experience. You’ll often have entire stretches of water to yourself, allowing you to move freely and target the best runs without competition. It’s the perfect time to escape the hustle of daily life and truly immerse yourself in nature.

CRO client Patrick is all smiles after landing this feisty spring rainbow trout!

Incredible Fishing Opportunities

Spring fishing is nothing short of phenomenal. As water temperatures rise, trout and other species become more active, feeding aggressively after a long winter. Some of the best hatches of the year happen in spring, bringing the water’s surface to life with rising fish.

• Blue Wing Olive  & Midge Hatches – Early season bwo’s and midges make for exciting dry fly action, often producing some of the most consistent topwater bites of the year.

• Streamer Fishing – For those who love chasing big fish, spring is prime time for throwing streamers. Hungry post-winter trout are eager to ambush larger prey, making for some thrilling incredible action.

• Nymphing Success – increasing water temps can create ideal conditions for nymph fishing. With fish holding deep and feeding heavily, it’s a great time to refine your subsurface game.

The Roaring Fork River with Mt. Sopris in the distance.

Breathtaking Scenery

Beyond the fishing, spring offers some of the most spectacular landscapes you’ll find all year. Snow-capped peaks provide a stunning backdrop, while the riverbanks burst with the colors of blooming wildflowers and fresh green growth. Wildlife is also on the move—deer, elk, and eagles make frequent appearances, adding to the sense of wonder that only spring in the great outdoors can provide.

March and April are one of the best times of year to catch a trophy trout!

Book Your Spring Trip Now

If you’ve never experienced fly fishing in the spring, now is the time. Whether you’re looking for technical dry fly challenges, exciting streamer action, or simply a peaceful day on the water with nature in full bloom, spring has it all. The combination of incredible fishing, minimal crowds, and perfect weather makes this season one of the best-kept secrets in fly fishing.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Book your spring fly fishing adventure today and see why this season just might become your new favorite time to fish.

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