San Juan River — Local services in Shiprock Agency

Fly fishing Mecca!! The tailwater section is truly Fly fishing Heaven. Was here first week in June 2018. Walked upstream from Cottonwood Campground to the "ET" Rock. In the evening I could not believe the numbers of monster trout circling and breaching like whales around the 3 very widely spaced fishermen in the river. A bit buggy but thoroughly enjoyed watching the scene unfold. So serene. Visited and stayed in the busy Cottonwood Campground where several precious shade trees (cottonwoods) had unfortunately suffered moderate fire damage caused by careless campers. There needs to be a dedicated effort to establish fresh plantings for future shady stays. No showers but decent restrooms. Campground was full with large RV's. Generator noise was a bit bothersome, at times. Note - Watch and stow your stuff and securely pack it away as there were several marauding racoons each night trying to get into my car and cooler. Ants were annoying for the tenters. Otherwise a...

Started taking my new man to fish here and now I can't seem to get him away. LOL 😆 Can't wait for this coronavirus to go away so all of it will open up again and we can go to Cottonwood Campground and fish. It's handicap accessible docks there are nice. But enjoying what is open and accessible right now. Catching plenty of fish and meeting new ppl and getting and sharing fishing advice. Can't wait for salmon...

I love San Juan River. I wish ppl would learn to take their trash. But other then tht. It is clean. Abes store is near you can get a fishing liscense there. Bathroom. nd restraunt is located next door and up the road. Also boat rentals. Camping spots at Cottonwood camp grounds. Its good to reserve yours camp sites ahead of time. Becuz it will fill up. Especially during summer. 💕Good...