Crested Butte is your ideal base camp for fly fishing – a gorgeous setting and a variety of incredible rivers, lakes, ponds, and small creeks suitable to anglers of all ability levels
Located in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Crested Butte and Gunnison are truly an angler’s paradise. Surrounded by pristine rivers and spectacular mountains, it is easy to see why so many come for the fishing and stay for the scenery. Whether you’re interested in chasing rainbows and browns on the Gunnison River, or moving through pocket water on our smaller streams, our guides will be by your side to share their wealth of knowledge on our local watershed. Choose from a walk wade trip, float trip, or multi-day combination of both, depending on your preferences.
No matter if you are a lifelong angler or casting a fly rod for the first time, our guides will teach you based on your skill set. Let us choose the flies, tackle, and equipment to help you land your first trout on a fly or fight the fish of a lifetime.
Inclusions
- Professional & knowledgeable guide
- All fishing equipment including rod, reels, flies, tackle, waders, and boots
- Water & lunch for full day adventures only
- Detailed packing list will be provided upon registration
Photographer Add-on
Let us capture your memories so you can focus on your adventure! A photographer is $675 per trip and based on availability. Please let the Irwin Guide’s office know 48hrs before your trip if you would like to add this to your reservation.
Fly Fishing Float Full Day
$675
2:1
Fly Fishing Float Half Day
$575
2:1
Alpine Lake Adventure
$575
2:1
¹ All fishing clients must purchase a fishing license prior to the trip (separate cost). Print and save a copy of your receipt to have with you on your fishing date.
How to Book
Please call our office at 970-349-5430 or email us at [email protected]
Tour Details
The Rivers
Our primary fishing beats are on the Upper Gunnison River and the Taylor River. Operating under a Special Use Permit on the Gunnison National Forest.
Family Friendly
Whether you are a lifelong fly angler or trying for the first time, our experienced guides will share their wealth of fly fishing and local knowledge to ensure a memorable day on the water. (Kids must be older than 8 yrs).
What to Bring
We suggest bringing water, snacks, layers with long sleeves, sunblock, and a hat.
