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Fly fishing the legendary San Juan River

The San Juan River in Northern New Mexico is highly regarded as one of the single best trout fisheries in the world! One section deserves special mention for its fly fishing allure: the 4.25 miles (6.84 km) just below Navajo Dam in northwest New Mexico, near the small town of Aztec. This stretch is among the most hallowed trout fishing waters in North America.

The water released from the bottom of the dam is clear and cold, rich in nutrients, and flows are relatively stable. The rich waters spawn abundant flora, which in turn creates a fine environment for insect proliferation, which in turn supports one of the most prolific trout populations in any large river, both in terms of quantity and average fish size.
The world-famous Quality Waters of the San Juan River extend 3.75 miles from the base of Navajo Dam. In addition to the private Eagle Ranch Lands river access, Soaring Eagle Lodge provides guide service (float or wade) for these highly productive public waters. The San Juan River flows right through the Eagle Ranch Lands just downstream from the Quality Waters. The Lodge is located on the ranch and provides private access to the river and great fishing without the crowds.
Thirty yards from the river’s edge, your cabin sits with a great view of a very productive fly fishing stretch of the river known as the Crow’s Foot. Your day begins with an early breakfast at Crow’s Foot restaurant. After breakfast you may choose to return to your cabin to begin making preparations for the day. Guides will arrive shortly after breakfast to help you choose the proper gear for your day fly fishing.
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