Fishing Report - Durango Area

Spring fishing is underway here in Southwest Colorado, and both the Animas River and San Juan River are producing some great days on the water right now. This San Juan River fly fishing report covers current conditions on both the San Juan River and Animas River, with updated flows, clarity, and what’s working right now in the Durango area. Animas River Fly Fishing Report From the valley stretch down toward the state line, the Animas has been fishing pretty well overall. Flow

If you’ve been thinking about getting out for some Durango fly fishing , now is a great time to be on the Animas River. The Animas is currently flowing at 204 CFS through town , and conditions have been shaping up nicely as we move toward early spring. Flows have been consistent, and with daytime highs in the upper 50s and low 60s over the next several days, water temperatures are gradually warming. As things continue to warm up, we’ll likely see a small bump in flows from lo

The San Juan River below Navajo Dam is sliding into its late-fall pattern, and while the lake has started to turn over—putting a little color into the river—fishing remains consistently productive. The slight stain can actually work in an angler’s favor right now, giving you a little more forgiveness on approach and drift. Current Conditions Water clarity: Off-color but very fishable Flow: Stable tailwater release Temps: Cooling, but still excellent for active trout What the

Young angler with a big rainbow trout on the San Juan River below Navajo Dam. Float trips are firing — great fishing and clear water make...