King Trout Outfitters
Calgary's premier boutique fly fishing guide service specializing exclusively in the legendary Bow River. Our local experts provide personalized guided trips targeting trophy brown and rainbow trout on this world-famous urban fishery.
Exclusive Bow River Fishing Experiences
King Trout Outfitters specializes exclusively in personalized fly fishing adventures on the legendary Bow River. Our local Calgary guides provide intimate, expert-led experiences targeting trophy-class brown and rainbow trout on this world-renowned urban fishery.
Bow River Float Trips
Experience Calgary's legendary Bow River on our signature guided float trips. Target trophy brown and rainbow trout averaging 19 inches in this world-renowned fishery with over 3,000 trout per mile.
Multi-Day Bow River Packages
Experience Calgary's best fishing with our multi-day Bow River adventures. Fish different sections of the legendary Bow River system, from the Calgary stretch to prime downstream waters.
Bow River - Calgary's World-Class Fishery
King Trout Outfitters guides exclusively on the legendary Bow River system. From the urban Calgary stretch to prime downstream waters, discover why this world-famous tailwater produces North America's finest urban trout fishing.
The Bow River - Calgary
Calgary's legendary Bow River features over 50 miles of trophy water with a self-sustaining population of 3,000 trout per mile averaging 19 inches. This world-class urban fishery flows directly through Calgary.
Upper Bow River
The upstream Bow River sections offer spectacular mountain backdrops and technical fishing opportunities. Crystal clear water with excellent dry fly fishing for trophy brown and rainbow trout.
Lower Bow River
The downstream Bow River sections feature classic tailwater characteristics. Consistent flows, abundant food sources, and the highest concentration of trophy trout in the entire system.
Calgary's Bow River Specialists
King Trout Outfitters provides boutique fly fishing experiences with Calgary's most experienced Bow River guides. Unlike large international operations, we focus exclusively on the Bow River system, giving us unmatched intimate knowledge of seasonal patterns, hatch timing, and productive holding water.
Our personalized approach means smaller groups, more individual attention, and customized experiences tailored to your skill level. We're not just guides—we're local Calgary anglers who live and breathe the Bow River year-round.
What Our Clients Say
Read testimonials from anglers who have experienced the King Trout Outfitters difference. Discover why our boutique, locally-focused approach creates unforgettable Bow River fishing adventures.
"King Trout Outfitters delivered an incredible Bow River experience. Our local guide's knowledge was exceptional — we caught multiple trout over 20 inches. The personalized service made all the difference."
"King Trout's Bow River float trip was exceptional for learning technical Bow River techniques. The personalized attention and local expertise made this trip unforgettable. Already booked for next year!"
"The multi-day package was incredible! King Trout showed us the Bow River, Crowsnest, and hidden gems only locals know. Three days of consistent 18-22 inch trout. Unbeatable!"