Trophy trout paradise in the high deserst
Fisheads San Juan River Lodge
Down-to-earth hospitality meets world-class fly fishing
Tucked along the banks of New Mexico’s legendary San Juan River, Fisheads Lodge sits at the heart of the fishery, where trophy trout, great food, and good company come together. Our all-inclusive experience pairs expert guiding with comfortable lodging and hearty, home-cooked meals. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a week, we’ll handle the details so you can focus on the fun (and the fish!).
Our Legacy
A lodge born out of guiding
What began as a small guide service on the San Juan more than 25 years ago has grown into a lodge and community that anglers return to year after year. In the early days, Fisheads earned a loyal following for its personable and exceptional guides. As more anglers returned season after season, the need for a place to stay became clear. In the early 2010s, Fisheads Lodge was born, offering the same care and expertise that defined our guide service, now woven into every aspect of our guests' stays.
What began as a small guide service on the San Juan more than 25 years ago has grown into a full-service lodge and community that anglers return to year after year. Early on, growing demand from returning anglers led to Fisheads Lodge, extending the same care and expertise that defined our original guide service
The San Juan River
Year-round trophy trout, remarkable abundance
The San Juan River is legendary among fly fishers for good reason. Our guides regularly help anglers land trout over 24 inches, and catches topping 30 inches are far from rare. However, size isn’t the only story here. With an astonishing 12,000 to 15,000 trout per mile, this tailwater fishery offers consistent action and endless opportunity. The fish feed almost nonstop, drawn to the tiny midges that drift through its waters.
San Juan River Fishing Reports
Get the latest from our guides
Curious how the river is fishing? Our guides spend nearly every day on the water and share what they see firsthand, from flows and hatches to the flies that are producing and the techniques for fishing them. Each report reflects real conditions and insights gathered from time spent guiding anglers on the river.
Fisheads is a well-managed operation led by a great leader and a great team who understand how to focus on the customers' wishes and needs to give them the best experience possible."
— Lauralie C., loyal guest of 12+ years
Group Trips
your next group adventure awaits
From company off-sites to fishing clubs, families to good friends, groups return to Fisheads year after year for more than just the fishing. They come for the shared moments, laughter, and easy connection that our expert guides and warm hospitality make possible. Let us take care of the boats, meals, and itineraries so that your group can simply enjoy each other’s company.
Beginners Welcome
We love teaching newcomers
There’s no better classroom for fly fishing than the San Juan River. Its wide, gentle currents and open water make casting simple, and with thousands of trout per mile, there’s always a chance to hook up. Our guides love teaching newcomers and take pride in turning those first casts into lasting skills and memories of catching solid trout on the fly.