Fly Fishing Specialties
Fishing and Backhauls at Lees Ferry
Emerging cold and clear from Glen Canyon Dam, the Colorado River provides unparalleled recreational opportunities as it flows the fifteen miles through Glen Canyon to Lees Ferry. Whether you have come to fly fish, spin fish, or float the river, Fly Fishing Specialties at Lees Ferry will help you make the most of your Glen Canyon adventure.
Guided Fly Fishing
Fly fishing is our specialty and we love it! Whether you are a veteran angler or a beginner, we can help you make the most of your Lees Ferry experience!
Guided Spin Fishing
A fly rod is not the only way to enjoy fishing Lees Ferry. Spin fishing utilizing a variety of techniques is an equally rewarding experience!
Group Backhauls
Experience Lees Ferry and Glen Canyon on your own! Our backhaul service takes groups of four or more upriver for half, full, or multi-day floats.
The Perfect Addition to Your Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon, or Lake Powell Visit!
Located within 1-3 hours drive of Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon and Lake Powell, Lees Ferry is in the epicenter of some of the most spectacular landscapes on earth. A day on the river at Lees Ferry will be a highlight of your visit to the Southwest.
Get a Signed Guidebook: "Fly Fishing Lees Ferry"
Our owner and 30+ year veteran Lees Ferry guide—Dave Foster—wrote this comprehensive guide to fly fishing Lees Ferry. It gives detailed and clear instruction for fly fishing this section of the Colorado River, as well provides information on the boating, geology, and history of this unique place.
Message Dave for a Signed Copy
Latest Fishing Reports and River News
July 10, 2025
Report July 10, 2025 Fishing continues to be good most days. Finally, there are some fish moving into the shallow riffles and these can be accessed by wading. I am still fishing from the boat mostly and targeting these shallow areas from the boat as well as the deeper runs. It is convenient to have a couple rods rigged, one with a dry fly (Chernobyl Ant or other large buoyant pattern) and dropper (usually three feet of leader, a Zebra Midge or Perdigon of some persuasion then another midge 10 inches below that) and then a deep water nymphing rod with a scud/midge, San Juan worm/midge or double midge combination. This deep rig needs to have a 10-13 foot leader
July 11, 2025 Conservation Update
. July 11, 2025 The biggest news is that “cool mix” flows through the river outlet works or jet tubes have been approved by the Bureau of Reclamation. These flows are designed to prevent the spawning of small mouth bass in the river below Lees Ferry and will commence when water temperatures rise above 15.5 degrees C. (59.9 degrees F.) at a point 45 miles downstream of Glen Canyon dam. The river warms approximately 1 degree F for every 20 miles it flows, so these releases would be implemented when temperatures at the dam are approximately 58 degrees F. at the dam. Great news for trout!! During the summers of 2021 and 2022, temperatures below the dam increased to 65-69
