Texas Hill Country Fly Fishing

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Welcome
to Rio Anglers

Texas Hill Country Guide Service

With over 20 years fishing the Texas Hill Country Rivers, Rio Anglers offers expertly guided fly fishing trips designed for first-timers and seasoned anglers alike. Relax, learn new skills, and reel in Texas-native species—no experience or gear required.

 

Welcome
to Rio Anglers

Texas Fly Fishing Guide Service

With over 20 years fishing the Texas Hill Country Rivers, Rio Anglers offers expertly guided fly fishing trips designed for first-timers and seasoned anglers alike. Relax, learn new skills, and reel in Texas-native species—no experience or gear required.

Not sure where to start when it comes to fly fishing the hill country?

fish with the best fly fishing guides in Texas

From equipment to expertise, it takes more than enthusiasm to navigate Texas Hill Country waters. Without the right guidance, even the best spots and techniques can be elusive, leaving you without the memorable catches you deserve.

Your Local Experts, Ready to Lead the Way

With Rio Anglers, you’re with an experienced team who knows every bend and secret of the Hill Country Rivers. Our 20 years of dedication means we’ve designed laid-back, carefully planned trips that cater to all skill levels. You’ll receive friendly, patient coaching and all the knowledge you need to fish confidently.

 

We’re more than guides—we’re fellow anglers passionate about sharing the joys of Texas Hill Country fly fishing with you. From setting up your rig to casting tips, our experienced, ethical guides provide everything for a successful trip, complete with homemade lunches served riverside.

Our Guide Services

Guided Float Trips

Duration
4-8 hours
skill level
all

Guided Wade Trips

Duration
4-8 Hours
skill level
all

WHat our guests say about us

Dan C
We had a great time fishing the Guadalupe River with Judson. He is very knowledgable and patience! We will definetely use him again! Thank you!
Stephen j.
Who knew that you could catch trout in the middle of the Texas heat in the summer? I certainly did not. Jud put my brother and I on a wonderful adventure down the Guadalupe River between Austin and San Antonio at the end of May. The water was gin clear, even with all the rains from the days before. The scenery was beautiful. Judson taught us a lot about the history and formation of the Guadalupe River. Most importantly we caught fish. Not just one fish, we each caught several. I have Judson to thank for my PB brown trout and PB rainbow.
Terry e.
Judson Cole provided great service on this trip. First of all, he kept me safe. He knows the River well and put me on some great fish. He provided the right amount of guidance based on my experience level. I highly recommend Judson!
jay F.
We had a great day with Judson fishing on the Guadalupe River. Judson is an excellent guide and great to fish with!
mark c.
Judson Cole was unbelievably knowledgeable and patient. My wife and I took our 6 and 9 year old boys and Judson was truly exceptional. Fished around the world with many guides but Judson may have been the best.
Anthony w.
Had another fantastic day in the Guadalupe River with Jud Cole who put us on the fish! Pops caught his first on the fly! Will most definitely be back!
mark p.
My friend and I recently took a guided trout fishing trip on the Guad with Jud and it was phenomenal. I'd been fly fishing a few times and had the basics down, while my friend was brand new. We both got an incredibly personalized experience from Jud -- my friend got lessons, coaching, and a personal hype man that helped him land his first trout on a fly line while I got the tweaks I needed to help sand some of the rough edges off of my casting and break some bad habits. Jud taught us an incredible amount about the fish and the ecosystem, and really raised our awareness and appreciation for the Guad and our Texas waters. He also allowed me to pick his brain on fly selection, line setup, knots, and half a dozen other things. He kept us laughing and learning the entire trip. Oh yeah, and we caught some nice fish! Looking forward to fishing again soon.
Tom w.
All my son wanted for his 13th birthday was a day fly fishing with Dad. Being pretty new to fly fishing, I reached out to a two much more experienced and knowledgeable folks about guides within about 5-6 hours of home. Both of them were quick to recommend Jud with some form of the statement "you'll never regret it for a minute." That sealed it. Our day on the San Marcos River with Jud was a gift in every way. Both of us learned a ton throughout the day and had plenty of action in the water. Fly fishing can be an intimidating pastime to get into...lots to learn and experience. Count Jud amongst the folks that are all about sharing their love of the outdoors and their expertise in a way that makes you long for the water every day going forward. They mix their passion and knowledge with a healthy dose of Texas hospitality to create something very special for their clients!
Jacob R.
Went out for a full day float trip with Jud Cole and had a blast. I went with my soon to be brother-in-law, who is relatively new to fly-fishing while I have 20 years casting experience (you'd think I'd be a better angler...). Jud spent just the right amount of time teaching my bro-in-law and letting us fish and actually catch. He is very patient, never got frusterated, and a pleasure in the boat.
Paul J.
Our group of 4 anglers landed over 20 trout - but Jud put us into a position where we could have landed over 50 trout. He knows the river and was awesome to be with - best fly fishing ever!
jordan d.
A friend an I took a day trip with Jud to try our luck on the Guadeloupe. Talk about a great trip! Jud kept us going all day and knew all of the good spots. We caught rainbows all day long . Jud was awesome to hang out with and full of important knowledge . We'll definitely be back!

Book Your Fly Fishing Adventure Today

Don’t wait to experience the finest fly fishing in Texas with a trusted, knowledgeable guide by your side. Secure your spot and get ready to make memories on the river.

When you fish with Rio Anglers, you can look forward to:

Learning new skills

Enjoying the outdoors

creating memories

landing hill country fish