Which is better? A Float Trip or Wade Trip? It simply depends on the type and style of fishing that you prefer. For example, on float trips you can cast one time at each hole as you float by hundreds of prime fishing holes each day, or on a wade trip, you can cast 100 times at one hole. Variety is the spice of life!
Float Trips
Float trips are a wonderful way to fish the Rio Grande since they allow the angler to reach sections of the river not accessible by foot. As you travel down the river, you will have the opportunity to catch a trophy trout in hundreds of prime fishing holes.
| Float Trip Pricing | |
| Half Day $500 | Full Day $650 |
The price is the same for 1 or 2 anglers.
A full day float trip is around 8 hours, while a half-day is approximately 4 hours.
Wade Trips
Wade trips are a great way for anglers to spend more time ‘working’ quality water. Each season we teach hundreds of new clients the finer aspects of fly-fishing. Your guide will be by your side helping you spot and stalk the elusive trout of the Rio Grande River. We also offer wade trips on the smaller streams in the area.
| Wade Trips & Schools | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Person | 2-Person | 3-Person | |
| Half Wade | $300 | $400 | $450 |
| Full Wade | $400 | $500 | $600 |
A full day wade trip is around 8 hours, while a half-day is approximately 4 hours.
Euro-Nymphing Trips
This technique is quickly becoming the most productive way to catch trophy fish. Using specialized equipment, lines and flies allows anglers to “reach” fish we never new existed. The guide staff at 8200 has access to incredible waters to practice the style of fishing. If you are ready to take your angling skills to the next level, and catch more fish than you have done before, give us a call to book your Euro-nymphing trip.
Fly Fishing for Beginners
Feeling a little inexperienced? A little intimidated? Don’t worry! When trying fly-fishing for the first time it can be a little overwhelming; not knowing what you’re doing or what you’ll need. However, the information this website has to offer as well as advice from the 8200 Mountain Sports Guides is at your disposal. We’d love to give you a few casting lessons to help you understand the basics of fly fishing and get you on your way to becoming a pro! You know what they say…” practice makes perfect.”
Casting Lessons: $200/ 2 people / 2 hours
Fly Fishing School
The Beginner School is the perfect class if you are just getting into fly fishing. We teach hundreds of anglers each year and help them understand some of the finer points about fly fishing. We will go over, gear selection, reading water, knots, hatches, casting styles & techniques, landing and releasing fish. All equipment provided.
The Intermediate and Advanced Schools are for the angler who is ready to take their skill set to the next level. Please call the shop and we will work with you to customize your Fly Fishing School in order to meet your needs.
Half Day School
- 1 person $300
- 2 person $400
- 3 person $450
Full Day School
- 1 person $400
- 2 person $500
- 3 person $650
All Guided Fly Fishing Trips Include:
All taxes and associated fees, Guide, transportation to and from the river, gear and soft tackle, and lunch. Our all-inclusive trips have NO hidden costs, and don’t require the purchase of additional supplies or equipment!
See FAQ’s for a complete list of ‘What to Bring’ items for all fishing trips.
8200 Mountain Sports is a Licensed River Outfitter- Issued by Colorado Parks & Wildlife.