Stopped in here a few summers ago while vacationing at Grand Lake and these guys were awesome. We…read morehad no idea what we needed and they just took care of us -- right bait, right gear, good local knowledge about where to fish. No upselling, no attitude, just genuinely helpful people who clearly love what they do. Honestly one of the best customer experiences we had the whole trip. They were super kind to our kids and they loved playing with Tackle the puppy

Spectacular service. This shop hooked us up with everything we could possibly need for a day of…read morefishing in Granby Lake. Appreciate help even with the lure tying!

What a SPECTACULAR day!!! Sean was extraordinary and so knowledgeable and helpful!!! We had a…read moreblast and I honestly cannot recommend these guys enough!!! THANK YOU!!!

Amazing, truly an incredible experience. Michael was knowledgeable and took us to great areas for…read morefly fishing. My boyfriend and myself were at different levels of experience, Michael was able to give us good feedback on our casting, then went a step further and took photos during the entire experience. We caught a ton of fish, 20+ in Novemeber. Hands down recommend Colorado Angler for a guided fly fishing experience.

This lake has a nice scenic trail around it. The hike itself is half a mile long and easy to walk…read moreon. Sprague Lake is located off Bear Lake Road and has plenty of parking. It is a quiet peaceful lake to enjoy and is wheelchair accessible. Sprague Lake is one of the most popular places to fish at in Rocky Mountain National Park because it has an abundance of trout. I swung by here after spending most of my day at Bear Lake and enjoyed a nice walk around the lake after a long day. Sprague Lake is named after Abner E. Sprague who created this man-made lake. He once had a home here and opened a lodge for hunting and fishing. Sprague then added cabins to the property and made it a hotel in the early 1900's. This area eventually became a part of Rocky Mountain National Park.

A beautiful lake and easy hike around the lake that's well worth the stop. It's less crowded and…read moremore beautiful than Bear Lake. If you're staying at the Glacier Creek Campground, you can hike there from the campground.

I had so much fun on this raft trip. It could be one of the…read morebest in Colorado. My guide Shawn was extremely funny and knowledgeable

What a terrific experience to share with my family. Our guide Isaiah was knowledgeable, courteous,…read moreprofessional, and a total blast. Super relaxing with some medium rapids to rev up the adrenaline. We paused so those brave enough could take a plunge into the Colorado river from up super high. What a rush! Family friendly. My 5 year old nephew really enjoyed himself. Thank you AVA!

What a fun experience! Traveling from out of state, I wanted to have a little fishing on my trip…read morewithout having to bring any gear and not having to purchase a CO Fishing License. They have everything you need and it's so easy to just walk out and start fishing some stocked rainbows. The staff were super friendly and helpful. My gf and I visited on a very cold, windy February morning when they opened. It ended up just being the two of us on the ice and this was our first experience ice fishing (and it won't be our last). We had an amazing time and spent an hour exploring the different holes in the ice. The fish were hungry and I realized there was an absolute MONSTER rainbow in there. I was trying so hard to catch it. I hooked him up 3 different times and each time, it broke the line (I'm thinking the knots tied weren't legit fisherman's knots but whatever). I was obsessed trying to catch that massive fish but didn't come away with it. Still caught a personal best at 16'' while my bucket of fish and gear was blowing across the ice due to the wind. Everything is catch and keep, no releasing, so all fish will be brought back into the hut to be prepared. They'll clean the fish for you and if you aren't ready to take any fish filets with you, they'll happily donate them to people in need. Highly recommend visiting for beginners. Also recommend for experienced anglers who want a relaxed, fun environment. I WILL BE BACK TO CATCH THAT MONSTER.

TROUT HAVEN IS THE DEFINITION OF A TOURIST TRAP!!!…read more I specifically asked an employee to explain the pricing before we started. I asked, "So we can donate the fish?" He said, "Correct." What he didn't explain is that you pay for EVERY fish caught--even the ones you "donate" back to them. We brought six kids. One son caught 17 fish by himself in 45 minutes. Staff watched us fill buckets without saying a word as our bill climbed to nearly $400. Using the word "donate" is INTENTIONALLY MISLEADING. You're not donating anything--you're buying fish and giving them back to the business. In my opinion, this pricing model is PREDATORY and relies on tourists and families not understanding the rules until they're standing at the register. If your kids have the (virtually guaranteed) experience of catching (likely multiple) fish, prepare to pay dearly for it.

My teenage son and I had a terrific experience on a 3-hour fishing excursion with Big Ed''s. Our…read moreguide, Kyle, was outstanding: engaging, informative, highly knowledgeable about fishing and the lake, kind and patient. Although we didn't catch as much as we hoped, Kyle made this a truly memorable experience for the two of us. When your gamer son says "I know we only caught three fish, but this was a great time!" you know it was a success! We made reservations only a couple days prior by calling their office line. Nicole quickly made the reservation and provided all of the basic info needed to prepare for the trip. Within minutes I had a text with trip details: where to meet, when, tips on what to wear and how to get a fishing license. A very good and efficient reservation experience. We fished on a partially covered pontoon. This was my first experience trolling. Such a different experience from fly fishing. I loved our two fly fishing experiences; I found it to be highly meditative. But this was equally enjoyable. Riding around the lake, seeing different views of the beautiful scenery was quite enjoyable. We encountered some inclement weather, but that didn't deter Kyle. He brought us back to the dock where we fished for char. My son caught a rather large one! And we got to watch a heavy rain pass distant mountains, a beautiful site. The clouds passed and Kyle had us back on the lake where I caught a trout. All in all a wonderful afternoon down with my son and Kyle. We'll be back again!

Amy our ice fishing guide was amazing! Helpful and so much fun. Will absolutely be back next time…read morewe vacation here.

i stopped in this shop on a whim back in February and didn't regret it! the owner chatted with me…read moreabout the different flys, answered my questions, and welcomed my dog in the shop. i'm so happy i stopped in and plan to swing by again when im in town. thanks for the fly! it now lives on my wall

We had the pleasure of fishing with Kyle Von Eiff from Kirk's Flyshop on two separate trips--one on…read moreLake Estes and another on Grand Lake--and both days were absolutely outstanding. Kyle is an exceptional guide and boat captain. His knowledge of the lakes, trout behavior, and where the fish were actively feeding was incredible. Thanks to his expertise, we caught our limit both days and landed four beautiful species of trout: Brown, Lake, Rainbow, and Brook trout. It was more success than we ever imagined! What really sets Kyle apart is how hard he works to make sure everyone has a memorable day on the water. He was patient, encouraging, professional, and always focused on helping us catch fish while making the experience enjoyable. Whether you're an experienced angler or it's your first time fishing, you'll learn from him and have a fantastic time. If you're considering a guided trip in the Estes Park or Grand Lake area, don't hesitate to book with Kyle. We can't recommend him highly enough and will definitely be fishing with him again on our next trip to Colorado. Thank you, Kyle, for memories we'll treasure for years to come!

Adventures in Whitewater is a great company with great employees!…read more My girlfriend and I went on the Colorado River (Class II to III) rafting trip and had a great time. This was the only option available because it was September and water levels were too low for the other higher class trips. Regardless, we had a blast and our guide Keagan was amazing. After checking in at the office, it was about a 20-25 minute van ride to the launch site. After going through safety instructions, we were on our way down the river. It was a really mellow section with very little actual "whitewater rafting", and more of a float. Keagan was spitting off facts and talking to everyone the whole time which was great. Very informative and personable. Along the way we stopped at a natural hot spring and everyone got out of the rafts and "warmed up" in the warm water. Right after that, we hopped back in the rafts and floated just a little further down to a cliff jumping spot. I can't remember how high it was (approx 40-50ft?) but 5 of us did it. Keagan jumped too, and gave us all instructions on jumping safely. After that the trip wrapped up pretty quickly, loaded everything into the van and headed back. It was a great trip and I'm happy we chose them over some of the larger companies. We always like to support small business when possible. Yes, I would highly recommend using Adventures in Whitewater for your next rafting trip in CO.

WOOOOOHOOOO! I've gone whitewater rafting a few times, but…read morethis was one of the best. The guides were really knowledgeable and friendly. The ride went smooth and we were able to hit class III and IV rapids on Clear Creek for about 13 miles! It was affordable and great for the whole family. They do offer easier rapid trip for the youngsters. They also offer day trips, or half days in the morning or afternoon. When I return to Colorado, I will definitely go through this group again!

My brother and I fish with Josh Frank at least once a year, and it's always a great time. Josh has…read morethe locations, set up, and potato salad locked in. We also got our kids some fishing gear this year and hit the ponds by the shop where they landed a few and were very stoked.

My grandsons and I experienced our first fly fishing trip with Josh Frank as our guide on the…read moreColorado River. It was a great experience. Josh was a great instructor and educator. He did a fantastic job of showing us the right technique and shared his knowledge and experience on equipment, flys, the river, the fish, etc. Making it a very rich experience. Next time we go, we will book with Josh.