Colter Backcountry

We create minimalist equipment for superior backcountry fishing. We believe chasing wild fish in rugged areas is extraordinary. The journey into wild country is what makes backcountry fishing so worthwhile. Simply put, excursions into remote wilderness areas make many anglers feel most alive. Whether you are day hiking to the headwaters of your favorite creek or gearing up for a multi-day trip on the river of a lifetime, Colter Backcountry is here to support your needs. We are backcountry anglers at heart, and we design gear to help backcountry anglers thrive. John Colter was a member of the Lewis and Clark expedition. After years in the wilderness, as the expedition grew closer to the comforts of home, Colter was granted an honorable discharge so he could return to the American West. In the years that followed, Colter travelled thousands of miles establishing trade with Native Americans, hunting, trapping, and exploring the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Colter Backcountry was founded in the spirit of Colter’s rugged journey. All our gear is proudly made in the United States of America. We believe in the strength of small-scale, local economies. Besides helping us guarantee expert craftsmanship, making products in the USA allows us to reduce our environmental impact and help protect the very areas we love the most.