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San Juan River Fishing Reports

The latest from our guides

We spend every day on this river, and our fishing reports reflect what we’re seeing right outside our doorstep. From fly pattern suggestions to relevant techniques, our updates help you plan a great day on the water. If you're thinking about a trip to the San Juan, take a moment to explore our lodge.

Beautiful October Weather

October 13, 2017

October has had a few cold mornings but the afternoons have been very warm.  But, all good things must come to an end.  We are going to see cooler mornings but afternoons are going to be in the upper  60’s and low 70’s.  Fall is catching up to us. Marcus’ client caught this beautiful cutbow and…

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Fall is in the Air on the San Juan River In New Mexico!

September 16, 2017

Fall is almost here.  That means cooler mornings and not so hot afternoons on the San Juan River.  The New Mexico days are still warm though so you’ll need your sunscreen and hats.  You’ll probably need a jacket or long sleeved shirt first thing in the morning so dress in layers.  Fall brings a lot…

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Marty fly fishes on the San Juan River with her feet – Inspiring Video

September 15, 2017

Fisheads client Marty Loudder – an associate dean and professor of accounting at Texas A&M – was featured in this awesome and inspiring video by Orvis and Rockhouse Motion while fishing with Fisheads on the San Juan River in New Mexico.  Marty doesn’t fish using her hands and arms. Marty uses her very adept feet to fish.…

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Joe Brooks Documentary Trailer

September 15, 2017

Joe Brooks is a icon in the fly fishing world. A new documentary, set to come out on Father’s Day 2018, is being created to tell the story about the amazing life of Joe Brooks. “Joe Brooks is one the most impressive people I have ever met in my life.” Left Kreh

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9/10-9/16

September 11, 2017

The river flow is now at 760cfs and we don’t know how long they are going to run it at 700 but enjoy it while you can. 5x- 6x fluorocarbon tippet is best. Fishing slower moving water off of fast water is holding the most fish. For nymph fishing a red larva or red annelid…

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8/20-8/26

August 20, 2017

The river flow is now at 600cfs and we don’t know how long they are going to run it at 600 but enjoy it while you can. 5x- 6x fluorocarbon tippet is best. Fishing slower moving water off of fast water is holding the most fish. For nymph fishing a black and grey midge size…

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