About Yampa Valley Anglers
Yampa Valley Anglers is a professional fly fishing guide service operating on the rivers and private waters surrounding Steamboat Springs, including the Yampa River, Elk River, and numerous tributary streams throughout Routt County. Founded by experienced local anglers, they specialize in connecting visiting fishermen with trophy trout on waters that most visitors would never find on their own.
Their guided trip offerings include full-day and half-day float trips on the Yampa River, walk-and-wade excursions on smaller creeks, and exclusive access to private ranch waters stocked with large trout. All trips include top-quality rods, reels, flies, waders, and boots — guests need only bring sunscreen and a fishing license. Instruction is woven into every trip, making them suitable for complete beginners through experienced fly anglers looking to refine their technique on unfamiliar water.
The guide team's deep local knowledge is the primary draw — they fish these waters daily year-round and know exactly which hatches are happening, which runs hold fish, and which techniques work on any given day. Their access to private water leases means guests can fish uncrowded stretches that public-access anglers never see, dramatically improving the odds of landing big fish.
