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April has been nothing but unpredictable weather. Last week Steamboat had temps in the low 70’s and this last weekend we got hit with over five inches of snow. It’s difficult to predict what we can expect for the last stretch of April, but what we do know is that floating season is upon us! May really is one of our favorite times of the year. There’s nothing like hanging out on a boat all day and catching fish.It's currently 29°F with a high of 50°F and mix of sunshine and clouds. The snow is still melting, especially at higher...

Happy first week of Spring! The weather is really starting to heat up as we head into the early season. The main difference between March and last month is that now most of the Yampa through town is fully accessible. We have had enough consistent warm weather in the last few weeks that the Yampa from top access of town to bottom access of town is completely open. In some areas the river might have a little bit of shelf ice on the banks, but other than that it’s completely cleared for fishing. In the morning there also could be slush,...

It's Tuesday, October 19. Today is cloudy with a high of 40°F. Rain and snow showers are in the forecast for this afternoon with the rest of the week expected to be partly cloudy in the mid to high-50's. We’re happy to announce that the Yampa River commercial and voluntary closures were lifted Thursday, October 7, 2021. The closure has been in effect since July 8 due to critical water conditions. Three months later cooler temperatures and more moisture, less recreational demand, and favorable oxygen levels has led to the reopening. The City of Steamboat Springs and Colorado Parks & Wildlife are...

It’s Wednesday, September 29. It's currently 49°F with a high of 51°F. So far it’s been a cloudy, cool morning with a few scattered rain showers. As we head into October, it looks like Steamboat may be past our warmest days and we really couldn’t be happier.The cold weather is helping the conditions on the river. We’re starting to see Mahogany Duns on the water and the Blue Wings are starting to hatch.Autumn fly patterns typically fall into two categories: nymph and dry fly patterns. These smaller flies match the insects trout feed on at this time of year. Dry fly...

At Straightline, we take pride in our waters and want everyone, no matter their skill level, to experience what the Yampa Valley has to offer. Since 1976, our family owned and operated business has connected thousands of people with nature through the sport of fly fishing. We believe that the experience is what matters most, and we offer some of the best guided fly fishing in Steamboat Springs, CO. Our expert guides can help create a unique experience for you to work on technique and explore our local waters.Whether you’re a never-ever beginner or an expert angler, Steamboat Springs and...