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Three Rivers Resort

New on MeridiaAlmont, CO
  • Guided trips

Colorado's premier fly-fishing resort on the Taylor, East, and Gunnison Rivers near Crested Butte, offering guided trips for brown and rainbow trout across 61 cabins, lodge rooms, and RV sites. Operating since 1914, Three Rivers combines year-round access to technical tailwater and freestone rivers with full resort amenities.

Why book

Colorado's flagship trout resort: three rivers, technical tailwater fly-fishing, and a century of hospitality at 9,000 feet.

Overview

Three Rivers Resort sits at the confluence of three world-class trout rivers in Colorado's high country between Gunnison and Crested Butte. The property operates 61 cabins and homes, 12 RV sites, and 6 lodge rooms, accommodating everyone from families to serious anglers. The Taylor River's catch-and-release section is the signature water—a technical, year-round fly-fishing challenge with consistent dry-fly action on PMDs, Caddis, and Green Drakes from June through September. The

At a glance

Type
Resort
Fishiness
4/5
Location
Almont, CO
Awards
Orvis Endorsed Outfitter of the Year 2022, Best Lodging in local People’s Choice awards 2021-2023
Best for
Fly Fishing, Freshwater, Trophy Fish, Families, Groups, All Inclusive

What you'll catch

Amenities & features

Amenities

  • Dining / Restaurant
  • Tackle Shop / Fly Shop
  • Gear Rental
  • Parking

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Rafting
  • Fishing Clinics / Schools
  • Fly Tying Classes

Fishing styles

  • Fly Fishing
  • Spin Fishing
  • Wade Fishing
  • Lake Fishing

Techniques

  • Dry Fly
  • Nymphing
  • Streamer
  • Sight Fishing

Water types

  • Freshwater

Seasons

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter

Best for

  • Families with Kids
  • Big Groups
  • Solo Travelers
  • First-Time Anglers

Themes

  • Historic
  • Family Friendly
  • Riverside

Credentials

  • Orvis Endorsed

Climate

  • Mountains
  • Alpine
  • Temperate

Lodging style

  • Resort

What's included

Included

  • Lodging in cabins, homes, or lodge rooms
  • RV sites
  • Daily guided fishing trips (includes guide, flies, rod/reel, waders if needed)
  • Guided raft trips
  • Breakfast burritos/sandwiches
  • Lunch on full-day fishing trips
  • Use of resort facilities (playground, horseshoes, volleyball)
  • Optional lodging included with guide school

Not included

  • Flights
  • Alaska fishing license
  • Gratuities
  • Alcohol
  • Fishing licenses
  • Additional tackle and associated taxes
  • Food and tackle purchases
  • Gas grill fee for outdoor pavilion
  • Leaders, tippet, flies for guide school
  • Meals for guide school

Seasons

The fishing year at Three Rivers Resort is dictated by the seasons and the health of the rivers. Spring runoff typically subsides by late May or early June, opening up the prime summer fishing. From June through September, the Taylor, East, and Gunnison Rivers offer excellent opportunities for trout. The Gunnison River, in particular, is highlighted for its dry fly fishing during this period, with PMDs, Caddis, and Green Drakes providing consistent action. As fall approaches, the colors change, and the fishing remains strong, with blog posts mentioning September splendor and the tail end of hatches. Winter brings a unique opportunity for ice fishing on local reservoirs, targeting species like Mackinaw and Northern Pike, while the Taylor River's catch-and-release section offers a technical, year-round fly fishing challenge for those willing to brave the cold.

Open year-round

Lodge open
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Trip planning

Timezone
UTC-6

Getting there

Easy to get to by car or plane. Located between Gunnison and Crested Butte.

Gear

Gear provided.

Equipment is included in the cost of guide school. Rental inventory is used for guided trips first. Gear rentals available.

Where you are

Nearby destinations

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

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