Guided Fishing in Red River

Fly Fishing Guides in Red River, New Mexico

No matter how experienced you are as an angler, you can almost always benefit from hiring a fishing guide. Fishing guides know the area well and can help you navigate and adapt to the current conditions to increase your chances of having success on the water. Often guide services will also have access to private stretches of water that are not available to the general public.

Here are the top 5 fly fishing guide services in Red River:

    1. Fagan's Guided Fly Fishing 
    2. Sitzmark Sports
    3. Taos Fly Shop
    4. Eagle Nest Fly Shop
    5. Solitary Angler

1. Fagan's Guided Fly Fishing

Jeff Fagan has been offering fly fishing services in Red River for over 12-years. During that time he has gained a reputation as the most knowledgeable guide in the area. You will find many of Fagan's hand tied flies for sale at Williams Trading Post. Jeff and his guides offer a variety of trips that can be customized to meet the needs of both novices and experienced anglers alike. 

306 E. High Street, Red River, NM
(575) 770-9451
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2. Sitzmark Sports

Located in the heart of Red River, Sitzmark has been the go-to shop for all your outdoor needs for over 40-years. Sitzmark's guides are great teachers for beginners and can be a priceless resource to seasoned fishermen by helping them adapt to current conditions and navigate to prime fishing locations in the area.

416 W. Main Street, Red River, NM
(575) 754-2526
sitzmarknm.com

3. Taos Fly Shop

Founded by Taylor Streit in 1980, Taos Fly Shop has been guiding anglers in northern New Mexico for over 30 years. The fly shop is now operated by Taylor's son, Nick who is also the head guide. Nick and his staff are known as some of the best guides in the Rocky Mountains.

338 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM
(575) 751-1312

taosflyshop.com

4. Eagle Nest Fly Shack

Provide guide services on the river and by boat on Eagle Nest Lake. This is an ideal option for anyone wanting to fish on Eagle Nest Lake or for anyone wanting to spend a majority of the time on the Cimarron River.  

416 E. Therma Dr, Eagle Nest, NM
(505) 485-8328
eaglenestflyshack.com

5. Solitary Angler

A group of expert fly fishing guides that offer their services in New Mexico, Colorado and Wyoming. As a part of a fishing club that has access to private fisheries, they provide rare opportunities to fish waters that have little to no pressure on them.  

(575) 758-5653
thesolitaryangler.com

Amenities

What We Offer

Red River NM Cabins - Fast Internet Wi-Fi

Mountain View

Backs up to the Carson National Forest and features views of  the mountains across the Upper Red River Valley.

Fully Stocked Kitchen for Cooking

Fully Stocked Kitchen

Stocked and equipped with everything you need to prepare your favorite mountain meals.

Firewood Provided

Firewood Provided

There is always plenty of wood to keep the warmth of a cozy fire burning in the living room fireplace.

Fast Internet Wi-Fi

Fast Internet

High-Speed Wi-Fi internet provides a  reliably fast connection so that you won't miss your favorite Netflix show.

Trailer Parking

Trailer Parking

In addition to driveway parking, the circle drive provides enough space for 3-4 vehicles or a trailer carrying all your favorite mountain toys.

Outdoor Grilling Space

Outdoor Grilling

Charcoal BBQ grill and grilling tools are provided because everything tastes better when cooked over an open flame.

Testimonials

What Guests are Saying

We absolutely loved staying at the Carson Cabin!
Jeremy
Mar 2026
Love the location. Clean and neat.
Corey P.
Dec 2024
Lovely place ! Very cozy and relaxing!
Angela
Jun 2025
The property is very nice. Great location in the valley just down from Red River. Peaceful, relaxing, great view with nearby River. Had a wonderful stay here.
Matt B.
Oct 2024

Cabin Location

Carson Cabin is located in Upper Red River, which is surrounded by Carson National Forest, but still only minutes from the town of Red River.