Competition Venue Information
2012 Venue Access Information and Driving Directions - will be posted September 1, 2012.
2012 Venue Beat Marker Maps - will be posted September 18, 2012
2012 will showcase the rivers featured below. Beats and locations will be adjusted for the ranches as additional river bank has been opened up for the event. Practice waters will remain the same.
Rules to Note*
FIPS MOUCHE RULES - ARTICLE 28: COMPETITION FLIES
*28.7. All flies must be dressed on hooks which are barbless.
ARTICLE 30: PROHIBITIONS.
*30.1. The following are prohibited:
(a) The fishing of competition sectors by competitors or their agents during a period of sixty
days prior to the official start of the event.
FIPS Mouche Rules for download
Venues Fly Over - see the venues
River Venues
The Colorado River - Streamflow Information
Coyote River Ranch at Dotsero, CO is a private ranch, entry is near the I-70 / Colorado road intersection.
The Berger Family, once again, hosts one of the most challenging venues of the tournament.
The Blue River Upper - Steamflow Information
There will be an Upper Blue venue towards the canyon, accessed via a private ranch.
We are very fortunate to be given access to this world class water. Come prepared!
The Blue River Lower - Steamflow Information
There will be an Lower Blue venue accessed via a private ranch.
We are very fortunate to be given access to this world class water. Come prepared!
Loch Style / Stillwater Venues
Sylvan Lake - fishing from a boat - Lake Conditions
Sylvan Lake State Park will be a high mountain boat venue. State Park & DOW regulations will apply.
The far end of the lake will be closed off for spawning activity with shore markers. Visit their website.
Lake Nottingham - fishing from a boat - Lake Conditions
Town of Avon's hub for activities is Nottingham Park. Centered beneath Beaver Creek and the surrounding mountain sides covered with aspen trees, this venue promises to produce.
Venues FLY OVER with Google Earth
Denver International Airport > Evergreen Lodge, Vail > Lake Nottingham > Sylvan Lake > Colorado River > Blue River > back to Vail
Practice Waters
The Eagle River – thru scenic Eagle County
The Eagle is a beautiful river especially in the fall. This is a medium-sized, freestone stream that averages 45-50 feet across. The wild trout, which are colorful and strong, combine with the spectacular scenery creating a magnificent experience. River is 5 miles from Vail.
Gore Creek - thru the Town of Vail
The Gore flows through the Vail Valley, and is almost all public. Classified as one of Colorado's Gold Medal Waters, Gore Creek is an excellent habitat for trout. With its crystal clear water, anglers can spot fish, and need to be quite stealth when approaching. The dry fly fishing is excellent. River is in the Town of Vail.
Colorado River - Lions Gulch and above
The Colorado near Dotsero can be fished at and above the Lions Gulch camping area, 5 miles north up Colorado River Road. Cottonwood put in area is above this, a few more miles, for excellent fishing. River is 49 miles from Vail.
The Blue River - public access areas only
There are two places to sample the Blue River's tournament water. First is the public drive/walk in off Trough road. The second is the public tailwater trails below Green Mountain Reservoir. River is 55 miles from Vail.
Black Lake on Vail Pass - still water practice
This lake is typical of the Loch Venues. Located 10,617 feet above sea level, there are no boat launches here, so practice is from the bank. Black Lake is on Vail Pass, I-70 exit 190, and can be seen along the service road. The lower lake is not typical of the loch venues. Lake is 15 miles from Vail.
Officers Gulch Pond - still water practice
Officer's Gulch is located mid-way between the towns of Frisco and Copper Mountain. If beginning in Frisco, proceed west on interstate I-70 for 2-3 miles to Exit 198. If beginning in Copper Mountain, proceed east on I-70 for 2-3 miles to Exit 198. There are no boat launches here, so practice is from the bank. Lake is 23 miles from Vail.
Please remember to Inspect-Clean-Dry your gear!
