Taylor Creek Fly Shops

Taylor Creek Fly Shops is a well-established fly fishing outfitter located in Basalt, Colorado, serving anglers who fish the Roaring Fork Valley's exceptional trout waters. The shop provides a full-service retail experience with quality gear, flies, and accessories, along with a professional guide service that covers the Frying Pan River, Roaring Fork River, and Colorado River. The shop's location in Basalt Center Circle puts it at a natural crossroads for anglers heading to the Frying Pan tailwater upstream or the Roaring Fork and Colorado rivers downstream. Taylor Creek carries a comprehensive fly selection tuned to local hatches, along with rods, reels, lines, waders, and accessories from leading brands. Their staff is friendly and knowledgeable, offering practical advice based on current conditions and years of experience on valley waters. Taylor Creek's guide service offers both float and wade trips for anglers of all skill levels. Their experienced guides know the nuances of each river — from the technical midge fishing on the Frying Pan to the big water of the Colorado — and can tailor trips to match each angler's goals and abilities. The shop also provides fly fishing instruction, making it a great resource for newcomers to the sport as well as experienced anglers visiting the Roaring Fork Valley for the first time.