UPDATE!!! Beginning May 14, 2026...Antero Reservoir Will Be Closed Thru End Of Year
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UPDATE!!! Beginning May 14, 2026...Antero Reservoir Will Be Closed Thru End Of Year 〰️
Colorado DORA Outfitter #3610
Guided Trophy Trout Fishing at Antero Reservoir
UPDATE: Due to Colorado’s unprecedented drought conditions, Antero Reservoir will be drawn down and effectively emptied by the end of May 2026. This action is being taken to transfer available water downstream to Cheesman Reservoir as part of Denver Water’s efforts to conserve storage and reduce evaporation losses that affect municipal supply. The Denver Water Board will reassess conditions at the close of the 2026 calendar year to inform forecasts for the 2026–2027 winter snowpack and to determine when reservoir refill might be feasible, and when Antero’s recreational and fisheries resources can be restored.
Unlock the potential of Antero Reservoir with Desert River Anglers and experience the thrill of landing trophy stillwater trout. This renowned high-country lake is a haven for large rainbows, browns, and cutthroat, offering a unique and rewarding fly-fishing experience.
Our guides bring local expertise drawn from over 20 years of experience on these water’s—intimate, up-to-the-minute knowledge of Antero’s shifting conditions, feeding layers, and best fishing areas—so you get the strongest possible chance at a memorable catch.
Whether you prefer casting from shore or fishing from a boat, we’ll tailor your trip to your preferences and skill level. Expect carefully chosen flies, proven presentations, and patient, effective instruction to match the morning hatch or the afternoon thermocline. For anglers pursuing trophies, Antero’s stillwater fish are as challenging as they are rewarding—and our team knows how to find and tempt them.
Discover exceptional stillwater fly fishing at Antero Reservoir with Desert River Anglers—your gateway to an unforgettable trophy trout adventure.
Guided Fly Fishing Rates
4 HOUR TRIP
$550 - Boat (1-2 Anglers)
6 HOUR TRIP
$650 - Boat (1-2 Anglers)
8 HOUR TRIP
$750 - Boat (1-2 Anglers)
**Reminder: Lunch is not included on 4-hour and 6-hour trips. Guests are encouraged to bring a snack or lunch along and we will accommodate. **
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Desert River Anglers requires a $150 non-refundable deposit per guide for all trips unless otherwise specified at the time of your booking.
Unless otherwise specified at the time of your booking, Desert River Anglers practices a 14-day cancellation policy.
Should you or your group need to cancel within 14 days of your dated trip departure, a $150 fee will be charged per guide.
Should you or your group need to cancel your trip, a refund will be given minus $150 deposit with a minimum 14-day notice of your dated trip departure.
If your trip is cancelled by your guide, due to inclement weather or water conditions, the total trip cost plus deposit will be refunded ONLY, if your trip cannot be rescheduled in a timely manner.
Trips which are paid in full and have departed are 100% non-refundable.