Fly-Fishing

The mountain-fed waters of the Provo and Weber rivers and several smaller streams near Park City are prime trout habitat.

Jans Mountain Outfitters. During the summer, the entire upstairs of this store is dedicated solely to fly-fishing, and knowledgeable staff will help you find the best equipment and gear for your time on the river. Specializing in trout fishing, guides lead fly-fishing excursions year-round in nearby rivers, rent equipment, and provide insight and advice to the local area. Jans also has exclusive access to private waters about the surrounding areas. Guides also give free casting lessons at the Deer Valley ponds on Monday at 5 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 1600 Park Ave., Park City, Utah, 84060. 435/649–4949; www.jans.com.

Park City Fly Shop and Guide Service. See Chris Kunkel, the owner of this shop, for good advice, guide service, and a modest selection of fly-fishing necessities. 2065 Sidewinder Dr., Park City, Utah, 84060. 435/640--2864; www.pcflyshopguideservice.com.

Trout Bum 2. This full-service fly shop can outfit you with everything you need, then guide you to where the fish are. This shop has the largest selection of flies in town, and is the only guide service in all of Park City to have access to the renowned Green River below Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Check the website for fishing reports of the area rivers and streams. 4343 N. Hwy. 224, Suite 101, Park City, Utah, 84098. 435/658–1166; 877/878–2862; www.troutbum2.com.