Trout · Rockies

Arkansas River

Salida, Colorado · USA

A long freestone river with many wild browns and lots of public pocket water, famous for a spring caddis hatch.

Apr–May (caddis before runoff), Jul–Oct

Target species
Brown and rainbow trout
Guide day rate
$695–750Full-day float, 2 anglersSource: arkanglers.comChecked October 2026
Trip style
DIY-friendly
Access
Wade & float
Public access
Good
Crowding
Medium
Difficulty
Intermediate
Fly into
COS Colorado Springs2 hr

Getting there

Fly into COS Colorado Springs, then 2 hr. About 110 miles (177 km) by road.

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