Altitude Outdoors
Status: enriched
Brad operates Altitude Outdoors from Afton, Wyoming, guiding fly anglers on the Salt River and its tributaries—including the Greys River and remote alpine creeks in the Star Valley drainage. His guiding year is shaped by seasonal water conditions and trout behavior: the Salt River's prime float and wade season runs July through October as spring runoff subsides and fish become predictable, while the Greys River offers more solitude and excellent summer hatches. He works with anglers of all skill levels and has deep familiarity with the region's freestone and spring-creek dynamics, as well as the broader Snake River system and Yellowstone-area waters.
Details
- Species: Brown Trout, Brook Trout
- Tags: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Fly Fishing, Wade Fishing, Freshwater, Drift Boat, Shore / Wade Only, Summer, Autumn, Dry Fly, Nymphing, Streamer, Sight Fishing, Full Day, Wade Trip, Float Trip, Instructional, Catch & Release, Gear Provided, Flies / Lures Provided
Waters Serviced (2)
| Destination | Type |
|---|---|
| Wyoming | state |
| Idaho | state |
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