Fish The Upper Black Canyon Of The Gunnison with the Exclusive Guide Service
Fish Morrow Point By Elk Creek Marina LLC, Guided Fishing Manager/ Head Guide Ryan Van Lanen
MORROW POINT RESERVOIR Trip Information – 2026
Fishing. Scenery. History. Seclusion.All in one extraordinary setting
"Colorado’s BEST lake fishing experience" - Located deep within the canyon walls of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison, the remote waters of Morrow Point Reservoir offer an experience unlike any other in Colorado.This is not your typical fishing trip. As the exclusive guided service operating here since the 1980s we have proudly mantained and provided a professionally run recreational fishing tour tailored to a wide range of anglers and groups. We offer guided fishing trips 7 days a week from May 1st- into September (if lake conditions provide), fishing for trout species, mackinaw and kokanee salmon from the comfort of our pontoon boats. If you havent yet experienced Morrow Point Reservoir, NOW is the time. (details of the trip below).
2026 MORROW POINT PRICING
Group Size Price
1–2 People- $600
3 People- $750
4 People- $900
5 People- $1,000
6 People- $1,150
Full-day guided trip (approximately 7 hours). Gratuity not included. Typical gratuity ~20%.
THE BOATS & DOCK ARE HIKE-IN ACCESS ONLY
Morrow Point is a hike-in fishing trip with no road access to the boats via the Pine Creek Trail (Pine Creek Trail Head) All participants must hike approximately 3/4 mile each direction with about 600 feet of elevation change, including 230+ stairs. The hike begins downhill and finishes uphill at the end of the day. Most guests
take 20–30 minutes. All guests must be physically capable of completing this hike and
carrying their own food and personal items. There is no shuttle or alternate access.
YOUR FOOD & DRINKS
Guests are responsible for bringing their own lunch, snacks, and beverages for the day. Meals
are not provided. Bottled water is available on the boat. Please pack efficiently and be
prepared to carry all items on the hike.
THE DAY ON THE WATER
Once at the dock, you will fish approximately 7 hours from a comfortable pontoon boat
equipped with fishing space, seating, shade, safety equipment, bottled water, and onboard
coolers. Techniques may include casting, jigging, trolling, and occasional fly fishing. Common
species include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and
Kokanee Salmon.
MEETING LOCATION
Pine Creek Trailhead – US Highway 50 – Mile Marker 131 | 26 miles west of Gunnison / 37
miles east of Montrose. Look for the brown National Park Service sign reading 'Pine Creek
Trail – Fishing Access – Boat Tours.'
( Meet your guide in the parking lot before starting the hike down)
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Online payment is not available at this time. Payment is due the day of or before the trip. We
accept cash, check, or card. If you would like to prepay by card, please contact us directly with your card information ready to eaisly pay by phone.
Lake Fork Marina |970.641.3048| Ryan Van Lanen | 970.596.4946 |