Due to Crested Butte’s high altitude and variable weather, dressing appropriately on a guided fly fishing trip is crucial. Necessary attire includes sun protection items, layered clothing, and rain gear. In this short article, we will detail what to wear on a fly fishing trip.
The Crested Butte summer is gorgeous, but thunderstorms can roll in quickly any day in the mountains.
Communicate with your guide about conditions, as wet-wading may be an option on the warmest days. Wet-wading is when you fish without waders when the air and water temps allow.
What To Wear on A fly fishing trip
- Long-sleeve sun hoody
- Hat with brim
- Polarized sunglasses, even on cloudy days.
- Comfortable pants (jeans and shorts are not recommended)
- Socks
- Sunscreen
- Water and a snack
- Rain jacket … let us repeat that: “Don’t forget your rain jacket!”
Layering your clothes is crucial as cool mornings can quickly become very hot due to the sun’s intense rays at high altitudes. Fleece or wool layers can be a good item to have with as a base or mid layer during cooler, rainy days.
Insulating hats and jackets are necessary for the coldest days in the spring, late fall, and winter.