Colorado is an angler’s paradise with over 90,000 miles of rivers and more than 270,000 acres of lakes. Plan an epic fishing trip at Rawah Ranch in the Northern Colorado Laramie River Valley, and let our expert guides make your fly fishing dreams a reality! Cast your line in the Big Laramie River flowing through the heart of our property and target brown, rainbow, and brook trout. Then access even more pristine waters nearby, like Cache La Poudre River, Joe Wright Creek, or the North Platte River.
Enjoy a half day of guided fly fishing with your stay, or reserve more time on the water with the Angler’s Package. Book your stay to experience some of the best fly-fishing in Colorado at Rawah Ranch!
Fishing the Big Laramie River
Every Colorado vacation package includes a half day of guided fly-fishing. Sign up for your half day of fishing in the Lodge and access our private section of the Big Laramie River with our on-site guides. Our guides provide everything you need for a day on the water, including personalized instructions and all the necessary terminal gear.
If you’d like to fish off the property on your own, you can chat with our guides for suggestions on the best spots nearby!
Rivers and Lakes near Rawah Ranch
Beyond the Big Laramie River, there are several waters available nearby for even more exceptional fishing:
- Fish Colorado’s only nationally designated Wild and Scenic River, Cache La Poudre, and target brown, rainbow, brook, and cutthroat trout.
- Spend an afternoon on the intimate and small Joe Wright Creek and cast for greenback cutthroats, brook trout, brown, and rainbow trout.
- Head just down the road from the creek and target the elusive grayling fish at Joe Wright Reservoir.
- Running from central Colorado north toward Wyoming, the North Platte River offers abundant fishing for brown and rainbow trout.
- Enjoy fishing for brook trout at the intimate and peaceful Rawah Creek.
- Experience high-elevation fishing at Zimmerman Lake, a haven for greenback cutthroat trout.
Angler’s Package
Looking for more time on the water? Reserve our Angler’s Package for an additional day of guided fishing while on the ranch. This package includes one full day of private guided fly fishing, unlimited access, a fly-tying workshop activity, fishing licenses, a branded ball cap, and sunscreen. Spend your day fishing the Big Laramie or head off-property for even more fishing opportunities. Arrange a full-day excursion, and let our kitchen staff pack your lunch to enjoy on the riverbanks. Customize the perfect fishing experience with our Anglers Package!
Book Your Colorado Fly-Fishing Vacation at Rawah
Whether you are a seasoned angler or looking to try fly fishing for the first time, Rawah Ranch offers the perfect destination! Cast your line in one of the best fly-fishing rivers in Colorado, and then take advantage of all our on-site offerings, which include horseback riding, hiking, children’s programs, and gourmet comfort cuisine. Check out our blog for more inspiration, and contact us to start planning your fishing adventure!