Guided Fly Fishing

Whitewater Rafting

Seasonal

Specialized Trips

Ridgway Independent Guide Service (RIGS) and Fly Shop is conveniently located in the incredible Uncompahgre River Valley nestled below the majestic San Juan Mountains in Ridgway, Colorado and plays host to some of the most productive waters in the Southwest. RIGS offers quality Colorado fly fishing trips, walk and wade fishing, whitewater rafting, family rafting, instructional clinics, group trips, custom river adventures & now waterfowl.

Come fly fish some of the finest private stillwaters, spring creeks and rivers in southwestern Colorado. Check out details on the Uncompaghre River, Cimarron River, Lake Fork of the Gunnison and the Gunnison River. All private and public waters are within an hour of Ridgway, Ouray and Telluride, Colorado.

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RIGS Fly Shop and Guide Service offers:

• YEAR-ROUND SERVICES
• GUIDED FLY FISHING TRIPS
• QUALITY INSTRUCTION
• FAMILIES WELCOME
• CORPORATE GROUPS
• EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO PRIVATE WATERS
• RAFTING - WHITEWATER & FLATWATER

About us

RIGS is located in the picturesque Uncompahgre River Valley nestled below the majestic San Juan Mountains, conveniently located between Telluride, Ouray and Montrose, Colorado. This scenic wilderness region plays host to amazing gold medal waters, public waters, private waters and some of the best whitewater in Southwest Colorado. RIGS offers quality whitewater rafting and year-round fly fishing for both the expert and the first timer: including some of the best family rafting and walk wade fly-fishing trips in the state. We specialize in Inflatable Kayak Trips, Float Fishing, Guided Fly Fishing, Group Trips, Corporate Retreats, Custom River Adventures, Fishing Reports for the Avid Angler, Guide Classes & Certifications and Instructional Fly Fishing Clinics for every level of experience!

Unique whitewater rafting trips are available throughout the summer on our local rivers located only a short distance from Ouray, Telluride, Montrose & Silverton. Spring run-off from high in the Colorado Rockies brings our rivers alive with excitement throughout each summer providing rafters a chance to discover picturesque canyons, lush riparian banks, abundant wildlife and fun/challenging class II - IV rapids. Chose from ½ Day Family Trips to Multi-Day River Adventures on exhilarating whitewater ranging from wild to mild - serious wet and wild fun for the whole family! Both paddle or oar raft options are available to our guests on the several sections of the Gunnison River and Uncompahgre River. Most ages and ability levels welcome; including adaptive and disabilities.

Let us customize a distinctive river trip or fly fishing trip for you. Explore the best of the Western Slope; experience the beauty of the San Juan Skyway, Cimmaron River, Ouray County’s High Creeks & Lakes, Black Canyon & Gunnison Gorge Wilderness and the surrounding southwest region with RIGS. Whether angling for trout in the Gunnison Gorge during “The Hatch” or discovering river rafting through the eyes of your six year old, we offer the experience and love of the outdoors to make your trip a picture perfect memory. Reservations available, book online 24/7 through our secure online reservation system.

Check out our Fly/Raft Shop when you are in Ridgway, Colorado. We offer a wide range of fishing supplies and river gear necessities. Look for our unique regional t-shirts, SPF river shirts, exceptional flies, quality waders, boots, fly rods, reels, maps, spin gear, rafting and kayaking boats, rentals equipment, and our amazing sunglasses collection when you come in.

We look forward to seeing you on the water soon,

RIGS team