Smith Fork Ranch: Crawford, Colorado

Five trout ponds and three private miles of the Smith Fork in the Gunnison National Park, as well as exclusive, permitted access to a vast expanse of backcountry wilderness ponds and streams, offer an exceptional watershed for all levels of fishermen to enjoy Rocky Mountain fly fishing. Ranch guides share their intimate knowledge and offer fly fishing instruction and casting techniques for the novice and more advanced fishermen alike. Smith Fork Ranch

Ranch guides are available for hikes as long, short or as challenging as guests desire - through flower-filled, high mountain meadows, to 10 - 12,000-foot peaks, or more relaxing nature treks along the river. Special flora and fauna hikes, wild mushroom hikes and wildflower hikes can be arranged, weather and season permitting. The wildlife on the ranch and in the area is abundant - including elk, mule deer, beaver, wild turkeys, peregrine falcons, bald eagles and black bears. Smith Fork Ranch