Flat Tops Fishing Report (5/19/20) The snow is melting fast in the Flat Tops and the spring runoff is in full force. Most of the high-elevation lakes in the Flat Tops Wilderness Area are still frozen or virtually inaccessible. Please note that all developed facilities—campgrounds, picnic grounds and toilets in the White River National Forest are closed until at least May 31 st . Check the White River National Forest web page for the latest updates on restrictions related to the COVID-19 as well as general forest conditions. Have a... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (9/5/19) A few days of stormy weather in the forecast in the Flat Tops. We might start to feel the touch of fall in the air. We expect to see some outstanding fishing over the next several weeks. Get out there and enjoy a nice day on the water. It wont be long before the first snow flies. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that the best fishing opportunities require access to private property. Significant stretches of the White, both... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (8/22/19) Lower, clear flows on the rivers and streams are making for good dry fly fishing. The action on the lakes should begin to pick up as we see nighttime temperature drop in the next few weeks. Book a stay with Ripple Creek Lodge today and take advantage of the great fishing opportunities. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that the best fishing opportunities require access to private property. Significant stretches of the... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (8/15/19) Hot, dry weather is forecast for most of Colorado over the next several days. Its a great time to escape to the cooler temperatures in the high country. In the Flat Tops youll find those cooler temperatures as well as some great fishing opportunities. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that the best fishing opportunities require access to private property. Significant stretches of the White, both above and below the... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (8/8/19) The wildflowers are blooming, the grass is green and the streams are rolling along in the Flat Tops. The wet weather we experienced this spring and early summer is paying off. Now is the time to take advantage of some great fishing and incredible scenery. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that the best fishing opportunities require access to private property. Significant stretches of the White, both above and below the... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (8/1/19) Weve seen a week of incredible action on the lakes and streams in the Flat Tops. Its prime time for dry flies. Fish are hammering terrestrials, mayflies and caddis on the surface. Dont miss out on the opportunity to catch beautiful trout in one of Colorados most remote and scenic areas. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that the best fishing opportunities require access to private property. Significant stretches of... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (7/24/19) Escape the crowded I-70 corridor with a trip to the scenic Flat Tops range in northwest Colorado. The fishing is outstanding and the scenery is incredible. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that the best fishing opportunities require access to private property. Significant stretches of the White, both above and below the confluence of the North and South forks, do require access to private land; however, the perception... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (7/18/19) The summer temperatures are upon us in the Flat Tops. The remaining snow is rapidly vanishing from the high country and the run-off is slowly but surely coming to an end. River and stream flows remain high for mid-July, but visibility is good and conditions are improving each day. Wading in the rivers and streams is still hazardous in some areas and many trails, especially in the higher elevations, are still obstructed by downed trees and drifted snow. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (7/11/19) The runoff has peaked in the Flat Tops and were finally starting to see improving conditions on the rivers and streams. Flows remain high and off color, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. The trails through the high country are also opening up making the high lakes more accessible; however, some of the highest elevation lakes remain difficult to access because of deep snow. Flat Tops Rivers and Streams: The White River is often overlooked by anglers due in part to the perception that... Read More

Flat Tops Fishing Report (7/03/19) A stretch of warm weather in the Flat Tops has the snow in the high country is rapidly disappearing. Were getting reports that the ice is off or retreating on nearly all the high lakes; that said, accessing the lakes remains a challenging and hazardous endeavor. Deep snow in shaded areas and downed trees obstruct many of the higher elevation trails. Give a call and let us know how you did if you were able to reach any of the many lakes in the Flat Tops. Have a safe and enjoyable 4 th of July. Flat... Read More