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San Juan River Streamer Day
The San Juan River has a long history — and a strong myth. For decades, anglers have come here believing success meant 6x tippet and size 24 midges, drifting tiny bugs through slow, glassy seams. That’s the story everyone’s heard. But it’s not the only one worth telling. This week I had the chance to spend…
November on the San Juan
Welcome To Guide Season We always call it “guide season” — not because we’re less busy, but because it’s the kind of fishing that reminds us why we do this in the first place. Long drifts, willing trout, and the kind of quiet that is very much welcome after our October peak season. It’s All…
Matching the Line to the Mission: A Guide’s Take on Streamer Setups
Most anglers obsess over flies. We debate shades of olive, count rubber legs, and argue about whether the head of a Rusty Trombone should be gold or copper. But the truth is, the most important piece of your streamer setup isn’t dangling off the end of your tippet — it’s the fly line. When you’re…
October 2025 San Juan River Update
Flow: 350 CFSConditions: Excellent As of October 8th, the San Juan River is running at 350 cubic feet per second, setting up some of the most ideal fly fishing conditions of the entire year. With consistent flows, clear water, and comfortable autumn weather, anglers are enjoying a stretch of exceptionally productive fishing across all sections…
5 Things About Fly Fishing I Wish I’d Known Earlier
Fly fishing has a way of humbling you. When you’re new, it feels like there’s a magic trick you haven’t learned yet—the secret fly, the perfect cast, the right piece of gear. Truth is, there are no shortcuts. The fish don’t care about your brand-new rod, and they’ve never once asked to see your Instagram…
Fishing Dry Flies on the San Juan River
Dry Flies! Dry fly fishing on the San Juan River is both exhilarating and technical. This renowned tailwater draws anglers with its clear waters, selective trout, and unforgettable hatches. Effectively presenting dry flies requires attention, precision, and adaptability—especially when trout are fed on both subtle midges and more prominent attractor patterns like Fat Albertsand Chubby Chernobyls. 1.…
New to Fly Fishing? Think Trout First
Thinking About Trout When you’re starting out in fly fishing, it’s easy to get caught up in the details—what rod to buy, which fly to tie on, whether your cast looks Instagram-ready. But here’s the truth: if you want to consistently catch fish, the first thing you need to think about is the trout themselves.…
Master Your Line, Land More Trout: Essential Fly Fishing Line Management on the San Juan River
Line Control The legendary San Juan River in New Mexico is a world-class trout fishery, known for trophy rainbows and browns that challenge anglers from around the globe. But even on the best days, success requires more than the right fly or perfect cast. As our guides often say, “line management is the secret weapon that…
San Juan River Fishing Update September 2025
September is one of the very best times to book a guided fly fishing trip on the San Juan River in New Mexico. The crowds thin out, the weather cools, and the trout feed with urgency as fall approaches. If you’ve been thinking about making the trip, this is the month when everything comes together.…
