Three Rivers Resort Blog
Raft Guide Rookie
If you read my last blog post about becoming a raft guide, you’re aware of the ease of entry to this career. Three Rivers Outfitting facilitates this, making it easy [...]
“Become a Raft Guide,” they said!
"It’ll be fun," they said. And "they" were right about becoming a raft guide! After a winter of ski instructing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, I knew I needed to [...]
3 Ways Ice Fishing Helps Fly Fishers Understand Trout Behavior
As we head into the winter season, many anglers are finished fishing until spring. In the meantime, they resort to fly tying, saltwater destinations, and daydreaming about rising trout. But [...]
New for 2023: Guided Ice Fishing
Willowfly Anglers is now offering guided Ice Fishing trips on Blue Mesa and Taylor Reservoirs! Ice fishing is a great winter adventure for anglers of any skill level. Whether you [...]
A Rustic Colorado Wedding
Here we are in grips of winter yet we’re thinking about weddings. It’s wedding planning season for next summer/fall. Three Rivers Resort is the perfect Colorado venue for that casual [...]
Scenic Drives with Backcountry Fishing Access
The Gunnison valley summertime is one of monumental beauty and opportunity. Here at Three Rivers, we offer a great selection of adventures that will take you to some of the [...]
Premium Backcountry Fishing Trips
Willowfly Anglers is pleased to offer a new selection of Premium Walk/Wade Trips for the 2021 fishing season. These new wading options will complement the diverse array of public and [...]
Average Snowpack Equates to Excellent Fishing
If you like to fly fish in the Centennial State, you know what a difference river flows make in your fishing experience. During years with abundant snowpack, runoff can [...]
Fly Fishing Colorado’s Tailwaters
Many of Colorado’s most famous trout streams have one thing in common: they are all tailwaters. So, what is a tailwater? A tailwater is any section of river immediately downstream [...]
Colorado Hunting: 5 Reasons to Stay in Almont
As the Colorado hunting seasons begin, hunters from across the country flock to Gunnison County every fall in hopes of taking home big game from the big mountains! Staying at [...]
Hopper-Double-Dropper Fishing in the Gunnison Valley
During the summer and fall months, the western rivers experience a multitude of hatches which keep trout on the feed. In the Gunnison Valley, anglers try to match these hatches [...]
Top 5 Summer Activities in Gunnison-Crested Butte
There are sure to be many "Top 5 Lists" out there but for summer activities in the Gunnison-Crested Butte valley, this list pretty much covers what summer is all about [...]
Top 5 Day Trips from Gunnison-Crested Butte
While planning your next trip to the Gunnison-Crested Butte area, think about adding a day trip to your vacation plans. Sure, there are a gazillion wonderful things to see and [...]
Powder Days on the Taylor River
Champagne powder, no lift lines, and epic terrain. These are the reasons skiers and snowboarders come to Crested Butte each winter. For fly anglers, the snowy months are equally as [...]
It’s a Wonderful Life in Gunnison, Colorado
Small town life conjures up images from a Norman Rockwell painting – family, friends, community gathering in scenic little villages. Everyone knows each other. It’s safe and quaint. In Gunnison, [...]
Colorado Hunting: 5 Reasons to Stay at Three Rivers Resort
We’re in the thick of Colorado hunting seasons and hunters from across the country flock to Gunnison County every fall in hopes of taking home big game from the big [...]
Fly Fishing the Salmon Run in Gunnison, Colorado
Autumn in Gunnison, Colorado is a special time for anglers. This season welcomes the return of the kokanee salmon run to local rivers. The landlocked cousin to the sockeye salmon [...]
Fall and Beer Go Together in Gunnison & Crested Butte
If you're planning a visit to the Gunnison & Crested Butte area this fall, be sure to include beer in your itinerary. Fall and beer seem to go hand in [...]
Colorado Color Tour: The West Elk Scenic Byway
Thousands of Colorado “Front Range” folks and out of state visitors flock to the mountains in late September/early October. They are seeking the ultimate mountain color tour. One of the [...]
Summer Hatches on the Gunnison & Taylor Rivers
Rising trout For anglers, few things are more exciting than watching a big trout rise to sip a fly from the surface of the water. During summer hatches [...]
The Making of a River Guide in Colorado
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a commercial river guide? In the state of Colorado, river guides and their employing outfitters must meet criteria set forth by the state’s regulating [...]
5 Tips for Catch and Release Fly Fishing
The Gunnison Country offers up some of the best fly fishing in the entire centennial state. Keeping our fisheries healthy and thriving, however, is a team effort that begins with [...]
5 Tips for Choosing Your First Fly Rod
For new anglers, nothing is quite as exciting as purchasing your very first fly rod. However, beginner fly fishers may feel overwhelmed when choosing a first fly rod and reel. [...]
Top 5 Flies for Taylor River Winter Fly Fishing
It's ski season, but winter fly fishing in Colorado goes on all year long. On the Taylor River near Almont, Colorado, there will typically be frozen sections but there are [...]
Lake Skating in the Gunnison Country
So far, it’s shaping up to be one of those years when the snow is “late” to arrive in the Gunnison-Crested Butte area of Colorado. While the skiers and snowboarders [...]
A Practical Guide to Becoming a Ski Bum
Year-round beach lovers and bikini-wearers, who live in places that do not require at least 3 layers of clothing in order to safely step out the front door, may question [...]
Gunnison & Crested Butte, Colorado: A Living Snow Globe
The holiday season always has its own magic but in the towns of Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado, the phrase “Winter Wonderland” comes to mind. Blanketed with snow, Elk Avenue [...]
Winter in Crested Butte: Snow Sports Paradise
Can you feel the chill in the air? Winter is coming and if you love snow sports and live in the Crested Butte area, you are getting pretty excited to [...]
Family Vacation Photo Tips
Have you ever returned from travelling and been disappointed by the pictures you took? As a professional photographer living in a resort town, I often cringe when I see folks [...]
3 Tips for Fishing Efficiently on Vacation
In a perfect fishing world we would be able to fish all day every day with no other obligations. Since that isn’t the case for most of us, it is [...]
Five Tips for Safe Wade Fishing in Mountain Rivers
Wade fishing in moving water is exhilarating. Wade fishing in mountain rivers filled with rocks and swift currents can be tricky. Safe wade fishing requires a few precautions and attention [...]
Crested Butte Colorado Wildflowers
For some of the best mountain wildflower viewing and education, look no further than Crested Butte, Colorado. While the official Wildflower Festival has now passed, the organization continues to offer [...]
Fishing the Green Drake Hatch in Gunnison, Colorado
There is one hatch that dwarfs all others in the Gunnison area: the Green Drake. Each summer these large mayflies tempt true river studs out of hiding to feed on [...]
Colorado Rafting: The Taylor River
A Hidden Gem Colorado rafting options can be overwhelming. I believe there are several reasons why the Taylor River is one of Colorado’s hidden gems. The Taylor is truly a best kept secret [...]
Mountain Cabins in Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado
When you dream of mountain cabins, do you picture a rustic little log cabin with a wood burning stove? Or are you thinking of a more upscale place with down comforters [...]
Get the Most Out of Your Fly Fishing Vacation in Almont, Colorado
Fly fishing in the Gunnison and Crested Butte area of Colorado should be on every angler’s bucket list. In between Gunnison and Crested Butte is the quiet fly-fishing town of Almont, Colorado. Boasting [...]