About Cutthroat Anglers
Cutthroat Anglers is Summit County's most decorated fly fishing outfitter, voted "Best Fishing Outfitter" by local residents for six consecutive years. Founded by legendary guide Trapper Rudd in 1999, the shop sits along the Blue River Parkway in Silverthorne and serves as the go-to resource for anglers heading to the Gold Medal waters of the Blue River, the freestone runs of the Eagle and Colorado Rivers, and the high-alpine stillwaters scattered throughout the region.
Their guide service runs half-day and full-day wade and float trips tailored to every skill level, from first-timers learning to cast to experienced anglers chasing trophy brown trout. The pro shop carries a carefully curated selection of rods, reels, flies, and waders from top brands, and the staff provide honest, up-to-the-hour stream reports so you know exactly where the fish are biting. They also offer fly tying classes and casting clinics throughout the season.
What sets Cutthroat Anglers apart is the depth of local knowledge — guides have logged thousands of days on Summit County waterways and know every riffle and seam. The shop has earned recognition from Trout Unlimited as a conservation-minded business, and their commitment to catch-and-release education helps protect the fishery for future generations.
