Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout

The Finesse Angler Guide Service is Colorado’s #1 Bass fishing guide service!!! With guide and tournament fisherman Shawn Rogers at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide with over 30 years of experience in California and now Colorado. Shawn is an active member of Denver Bassmasters with several tournament wins and 2 “Angler of the year” trophies! Shawn has also caught countless Bass over 10lbs during his residency in California including an 18lb fish in 2007!!!! This is the experience you’ll get here in Colorado!!!

These waters are known for Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, and more – with any luck, you’ll have tight lines in no time. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to spin fish using light tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 21’ Legend Bass boat with a capacity for 5 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles as per park rules.

***** I am new to Fishing Booker so i don’t have many reviews yet but i have been guiding for 30 years and i can provide TONS of references dating back to California in the 90’s when i first started!!
Now, it’s time to hit the water with The Finesse Angler Guide Service!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Fall Special!!!!! $50 Off!!!
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Nov 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $375
    Come fish our most scenic time of year!!! Bring a light jacket, catch fish, and save $50 compared to my regular rates!!!!
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    4 hour trip (Afternoon)
    In demand! Last booked: 14 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (Morning)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    Come see first hand why light line finesse fishing has dominated the west for so many years! Artificial lures only with Shimano and G-Loomis tackle!!
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $475
    3/4 Trip (6 hours) offering outstanding fishing for many species on Chatfield and Aurora Reservoir
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $550
    8 Hour Full Day trip on Aurora or Chatfield Reservoir
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
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Great trip! Even better guide!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (Morning) on September 7, 2024
Captain Shawn was awesome! My wife has been learning to fish for three years and had not ever caught anything. I personally...
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A great experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (Morning) on June 8, 2024
Captain Rogers was super friendly and helpful. We were catching trout right off the bat and there were a few times all three...
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Highly Recommend Shawn!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (Morning) on May 19, 2024
My wife & I booked Shawn for a bass fishing trip while we are here in Colorado visiting and we were more than thrilled with...
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James G.
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Best fishing trip ever!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (Morning) on July 13, 2024
My family and I had an absolutely fantastic time on our chartered fishing trip with Shawn at The Finesse Angler. Shawn was...
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VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (Morning) on October 12, 2024
First our guide Shawn explained everything in detail which really helped.  We caught over 30 fish in 4 hours.  We caught...
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FAQs about Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout

Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $325 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Fall Special!!!!! $50 Off!!! (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 4 hour trip (Afternoon) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (Morning) (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (High end Shimano and G-Loomis rods and reels)
  • Lures

Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Aurora and Chatfield Reservoir )

Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Finesse Angler (Denver) Bass/Trout include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Meet the Captain

Shawn Rogers
Denver, Colorado, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2023
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With over 30 years of experience fishing for trophy bass in Colorado and California I will show you how and why finesse fishing dominates in the west. My service is versatile, I specialize in guided fishing trips in Denver, Colorado for Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth Bass, and dont be shocked if we catch them all in the same day! I cater to all skill levels, from the first time angler to the experienced tournament fisherman. In addition to great fishing, you'll get valuable on the water instruction using the latest and greatest G-Loomis and Shimano gear. I am only 30 minutes from both downtown Denver and Colorado Springs, and 90 minutes from most popular mountain resorts such as Vail and Estes Park Colorado. Please give me a call today and find out why I am Colorado's premier bass fishing guide service!!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Legend
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Aurora and Chatfield Reservoir

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
High end Shimano and G-Loomis rods and reels
Lures

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Mandatory
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
PayPal
Checks

Recent fishing reports

Fall Bass Fishing is picking up!!!!
Fall Bass Fishing is picking up!!!!
September 28, 2024
With water cooling down into the mid 60s we’ve definitely had a great week with some good fish showing up!!! Daytime temps have been in the 80’s as well!!!
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