Silverthorne’s Cutthroat Anglers voted best fishing outfitter in Summit County

Cutthroat Anglers/Courtesy photo
Since legendary fisherman Trapper Rudd opened Cutthroat Anglers on the banks of the Blue River in 1999, the Silverthorne fly-fishing shop and guide service has become a premier destination in Summit County and the state of Colorado.
Although Rudd has since passed away, the shop today still displays the values and details that he helped bring to the forefront 25 years ago. From the counter, which features wood from a more than 100-year-old Leadville barn, to the antique canoe that Rudd purposely hung upside down in order to display the adored boat hull, Cutthroat Anglers has stayed true to its roots.
It’s history and expertise in Summit County led the establishment to winning the Best Hunting/Fishing Outfitter award in the 2024 Best of Summit contest.
With over 150,000 flies to choose from, Cutthroat Anglers prides itself on its diverse selection of gear that focuses on the best brands for those venturing out on the water.
Beyond selling flies, rods, clothing and other fly-fishing essentials, Cutthroat Anglers has over a dozen guides who take people out on waterways in Summit and the surrounding region for year-round guided trips
Offering float trips, wading trips, private-water-access trips, dry-land lessons, lake charters and ice fishing trips, Cutthroat Anglers offers opportunities for anglers of any skill and age level.
For fly-fishing float or wade trips, guests can choose between a full day or half day. All guided trips include water, soft drinks and all the required gear. Full-day trips include lunch.
Even though many of the guided trips are replicated for guest after guest, Cutthroat Anglers’ guides make sure to tailor each trip to the individual, giving a personalized experience for each group and catering to the group’s needs.
Cutthroat Anglers is located at 400 Blue River Parkway in Silverthorne. To book a guided trip or find out more information, visit FishColorado.com.

This story previously published in the Best of Summit guide. See complete results at SummitDaily.com/best.

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