Awesome San Juan River Fishing in New Mexico
The Rainbow Lodge is nestled directly on 6 miles of public waters on the World Class Trout Fishing haven that is the San Juan River. Fish right out your back door or fish the world famous Quality Waters of the San Juan River less than a minute away!
Your Trusted San Juan River Guides
You can have the fanciest rod, the shiniest flies, the highest-tech waders, and the most expensive reel money can buy, but if you don't know where those trout are hiding, you’re just thrashing the water. At Rainbow Lodge, we’ve rounded up a crew of 5 to 7 of the absolute best San Juan River guides you’ll ever meet. These boys practically speak fluent trout, having spent decades learning every ripple, rock, deep pool, and underwater honey hole in this stretch of New Mexico.
Our guides are about as friendly as a porch dog at suppertime. They’ve got an easygoing bedside manner that puts a complete greenhorn at ease, helps a seasoned angler sharpen their drift, makes the ladies feel right at home, and keeps the young'uns entertained all day long. They love sharing a good laugh, swapping a tall tale, untangling a messy bird's nest of line, and teaching folks the secret ways of San Juan River fishing.
We've always got a spot open at the table. Contact us and let us know when you're heading down our way to NM!
All-Inclusive Comfort Right on the Water
Rainbow Lodge is parked smack-dab on a prime, public stretch of the water. When you stay with us, you can literally roll out of bed, grab your morning coffee, step out of your cozy apartment, and start casting within thirty seconds. It is, bar none, the best location possible on the river.
After a long day of chasing monsters, you'll kick off your boots, hang up your vest, dry out your gear, and step into clean, comfy accommodations. And just wait until dinnertime! Steve fires up the kitchen to cook up genuine, hearty gourmet meals with hot biscuits, thick steaks, savory sides, and homemade desserts. Between Steve’s cooking, the world-class guiding, the clean cabins, and the perfect location, folks say we're easily top three in the country.
Our package pricing is kept mighty reasonable so any working man, outdoor lover, family man, or passionate angler can come enjoy paradise. You can see all of our river trip packages right here to plan your next big adventure to fly fish with our crew. Y'all come on down!
San Juan River
Quality Waters: The World-Famous Quality Waters of the San Juan River are open to the public but require special permits and are catch-and-release only. On a guided trip from a local guide, you are almost guranteed to catch a 17 inch trout or better. If you decide to wade or float on your own, chances are good you will hook up to a good fish. If you are a fly fisher and really want to learn how to catch more fish on these waters, then consider booking a guided fly fishing trip with Resolution Guide Service.
Public Waters: Don't think that the trout disappear once you leave the Quality Waters of the San Juan. Some think that the fun only begins here, where there are no rod fees on the river and you can keep what you catch within New Mexico's daily limits and fish regulations for size. Access to the river may take a bit of work to find a good spot, but fishing the public waters can be extremely rewarding if you find the right location and flies the fish are hitting on!
Private Waters: When fishing the private waters, it really helps to have a guide because much of the San Juan River flows through private lands. Resolution Guide Service works with land owners to secure secluded fishing holes along the private waters of the San Juan that very few anglers ever get to fish! This means you get access to areas of the coveted San Juan River than few human beings ever see, and even better, the trout don't see many humans. Floating the private waters of the San Juan offers a unique opportunity to catch trout on the fly in their natural habitat.
Navajo Lake Fishing
Navajo Lake is the second largest lake in New Mexico and has 150 miles of shoreline which reaches northward into Colorado. Fishing is available year round from the shoreline, dam, marinas or by boat which you can put in at the public boat ramp.
The Fish of Navajo Lake
Navajo Lake is home to many fish species and many record book fish have been caught in these waters. Popular fish species include Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Crappie Catfish, Bluegill and Carp.
If you prefer to fish the waters of Navajo Lake with a guide service, Resolution Guide Service offers affordable full-day and half-day trips that will put you on fish the entire time. Our boats can handle up to 3 people per boat and these Navajo Lake trips are exciting for experienced anglers, first-timers and kids alike!
Majestic Enchantment
Majestic Enchantment offers a unique opportunity to fish over a half mile of private San Juan River frontage. Rates are very affordable and go by the hour, half-day or full-day. Kids under 12 are free with paying adult!
A Relaxing Day of Fishing
Majestic Enchantment is located just a beautiful 10 minute drive from the Rainbow Lodge and makes the perfect day trip of fishing! These year-round private waters are teeming with Rainbow Trout and German Brown Trout and make for a great day of fishing for anyone and makes a great trip to introduce a child, spouse or business associate to the art of fly fishing.
The only requirements are you need to bring your own tackle (barbless hooks required) and have valid New Mexico fishing licenses for anyone fishing. These private waters produce amazingly large fish due to the strict catch and release policy.
Whether you plan on fishing or not, the Southwestern art gallery featuring local art, Kachina Dolls, wood carvings, rugs and more is not to be missed on your trip to the San Juan River Valley.
Frequently Asked Questions
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▸Are beginners welcome at the lodge or do I need plenty of experience?
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