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Fish Creek Lodge

New on MeridiaRico, CO
  • Guided trips

Private fly-fishing lodge on three miles of pristine trout stream in Colorado's San Juan National Forest near Rico. Year-round operation with peak season June through September for brown trout on the lodge's exclusive water.

Why book

Private Colorado trout stream in the San Juan National Forest with year-round access and expert fly-fishing guides.

Overview

Fish Creek Lodge sits on three miles of private trout stream in the San Juan National Forest, a remote mountain setting near Rico, Colorado with access to the broader Telluride and Durango region. The lodge operates year-round, with summer and early fall offering the prime window for brown trout fishing on the lodge's exclusive water. Accommodations include lodging, guide service, and housekeeping; the lodge provides fly-fishing gear and can arrange transportation from nearby airports

At a glance

Type
Fishing Lodge
Fishiness
4/5
Location
Rico, CO
Best for
Fly Fishing, Freshwater, Experienced

What you'll catch

Amenities & features

Amenities

  • Airport Transfer
  • Gear Rental
  • Daily Housekeeping

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Wilderness Tours

Fishing styles

  • Fly Fishing
  • Wade Fishing

Water types

  • Freshwater

Seasons

  • Year-Round

Skill level

  • Beginner
  • Advanced

Best for

  • Couples / Honeymoons
  • Big Groups

Themes

  • Independent
  • Rustic
  • Riverside

Climate

  • Mountains
  • Temperate

Lodging style

  • Lodge

What's included

Included

  • Lodging
  • Guide service
  • Housekeeping

Not included

  • Additional services such as housekeeping, babysitting, grocery shopping and delivery

Seasons

Fish Creek Lodge offers a year-round experience, with fishing primarily focused on the three miles of private trout stream. While the lodge itself is open year-round, the prime fishing season aligns with the warmer months when the stream is most accessible and active. Anglers can expect excellent trout fishing throughout the summer and into the early fall, taking advantage of the pristine mountain setting. The lodge emphasizes its location within the San Juan National Forest, highlighting activities like hiking and wildlife viewing alongside fishing. The winter months offer a different kind of experience with extreme solitude, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling, while summer activities include fishing, hiking, and day trips. The specific trout species and their peak seasons are not detailed, but the focus is on the quality of the private stream fishing available during the warmer months.

Open year-round

Lodge open
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Trip planning

Nearest airport
Cortez
Timezone
UTC-6

Getting there

Transportation to and from airports in Cortez, Durango, or Telluride can be provided. Cortez is the closest airport.

Gear

Gear provided. Bring your own clothing and personal items.

Where you are

Nearby destinations

Towns, regions, and wild places worth exploring around the lodge.

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