Guided Fly Fishing in Taos & Northern New Mexico
Wild Rivers. Wild Trout. Fish With a Guide Who Knows the Water.
Fly fishing trips on the Rio Grande, Red River, Rio Costilla, Rio Chama and a number of other rivers and creeks throughout Northern New Mexico.
Wade & Float Trips — Half & Full Day Trips — All Experience Levels
Based in Ranchos de Taos, Ramblin’ Fly Fishing offers year-round guided trips for anglers of all experience levels.
Taos is one of the Southwest’s premier fly fishing destinations, known for its stunning scenery and exceptional fishing. Whether you’re brand new to fly fishing or have years on the water, we provide the local knowledge, instruction, and on-the-water experience for a safe and memorable day on the river.
Permitted through the BLM Taos Field Office and Carson National Forest. Fully insured.
Trips & Rates
Wade Trips
1 → 3 Anglers
$350 → $590
Half Day & Full Day Trips
Most fly fishing in Northern New Mexico is done on foot. From the Rio Grande to high mountain streams around Taos, wade fishing is the primary way to access some of the best water in the region.
Float Trips
1 → 2 Anglers
$420 → $600
Half Day, Full Day & Summer Evening Floats
Float the Rio Grande just south of Taos through two productive stretches offering excellent year-round fishing.
When To Book
Spring (March – May)
Spring can be one of the most productive seasons for fly fishing on the Rio Grande. As snowmelt begins and flows stabilize, trout become more active and feeding windows increase. Early-season Blue-Winged Olive hatches appear in March, followed by strong caddis activity through April and May. Spring runoff can vary year to year, but when conditions align, this season produces some of the best dry fly fishing of year on the Rio Grande.
Summer (June – August)
Summer conditions shift from trout fishing to smallmouth bass fishing on the Rio Grande due to warmer water temperatures. Summer is our prime season for fishing our high mountain streams. We have an abundance of water in the area with native and wild trout more than eager to take a dry fly. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains east of Taos and the Tusas Mountains to the west are home to some of the region’s most scenic and productive waters.
Fall (September – November)
Fall is widely considered the best season for fly fishing in Taos and Northern New Mexico. As water temperatures drop, trout activity increases significantly on the Rio Grande. Brown trout become aggressive in preparation for spawning, creating excellent streamer fishing opportunities. Stable flows, cooler weather, and active fish make fall one of the most consistent and productive times of the year.
Winter (December – February)
Winter fly fishing on the Rio Grande can be surprisingly productive. Midge hatches can provide late-day opportunities, while deep nymphing rigs and streamer fishing are the go to techniques on most days. Winter also opens up opportunities on nearby waters such as the Red River and the Rio Chama, both below Abiquiu Dam and El Vado Dam.
Meet Your Guide
Eric has spent the past decade searching every nook and cranny of Northern New Mexico in search of wild and native fish.
Eric guides out of a genuine passion for time on the water and a deep appreciation for the ecosystems that sustain it. He takes pride in introducing others to fly fishing in a way that is both engaging and approachable, combining clear, effective instruction with a deeper understanding of the stream ecology.
With a patient, approachable style and years of hands-on experience, Eric creates an environment where clients can relax, build confidence, and fully enjoy their day—while walking away with lasting skills and a deeper connection to the water.
Fishing Report
9-23-2026 — It’s officially fall on the Rio Grande, and the fishing couldn’t be better. We’ve gotten plenty of rain lately, water temperatures have started to drop, and the fish are getting very active. The brown trout are starting to get fired up for the spawn, while the rainbows are bulking up for winter. Most of the Rio Grande has been fishing excellent, and we’ve been having luck with just about every method—dries, emergers, nymphs, and streamers. Most days, we’re even getting into all of them in a single day.
Take advantage of the cloudier days by throwing streamers, whether you prefer a smaller leech pattern or one of your bigger Kelly Galloup-style streamers. When throwing streamers, covering lots of water is going to be your best bet. We’ve been finding fish in the slowest pools and the fastest whitewater, so don’t be afraid to work different types of water. Adjusting your weight to match the speed and depth of the water is going to be key. I’m a fan of incorporating weight into my flies with tungsten beads, but don’t hesitate to add some split shot when needed.
On warmer days, we’re still seeing plenty of hopper activity up top, along with tricos and caddis. Even when you don’t see fish rising, they won’t necessarily pass up a tasty meal when it’s drifted right in front of them. As far as nymphs go, we’re sticking with the usual suspects: pheasant tails, hot spot nymphs, perdigons, hare’s ears, sexy waltzes, and thread Frenchies. Don’t hesitate to drift a leech down low either.
The Rio Chama below El Vado and the Red River have been fishing very well too, but this time of year it’s hard to beat the Rio Grande. I always tell people, if I ever left Taos, which I won’t, and could only come back once a year, it’d be in the fall to fish the Rio Grande. It truly is one of the best times of year around here.
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