North Fork Ranch

Colorado, Colorado

Orvis Endorsed fly fishing lodge offering world-class mountain fishing on the North Fork of the South Platte River.

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About

North Fork Ranch is a family-owned and operated fly fishing lodge established in 1985, located along the North Fork of the South Platte River in Shawnee, Colorado at 8,100 ft elevation. The 520-acre ranch borders Pike National Forest, Lost Creek Wilderness, and Mt. Evans Wilderness, and is recognized as the Orvis Endorsed Lodge of the Year 2023. The lodge offers guided fly fishing trips, rustic cabins with modern amenities, world-class hospitality, and on-site activities including alpine hikes, trap shooting, and archery. The ranch provides a blend of excellent fly fishing instruction, beautiful mountain scenery, fine dining, and comfortable lodging suitable for individuals, families, corporate retreats, and groups.

Target Species

Trout

Waters Fished

  • North Fork of the South Platte River

Trip Details

Water Type
River, Stream
Fishing Methods
Fly Fishing
Trip Types
Half Day, Full Day, Multi-Day, Wade Trip
Gear Provided
Rods, reels, tackle included
Catch & Release
Catch and release only

Certifications

Orvis Endorsed Guide

Location

Colorado, Colorado

Quick facts

Primary species
Trout
Methods
Fly Fishing
Water
river, stream

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