Just got word from Bureau of Rec and they are going to begin to lower the Gray Reef section of the Platte. Here is the chain of events so you can plan accordingly. GRAY REEF RESERVOIR August 30, 2015 11:30 pm – Decrease the release from Gray Reef Reservoir from 1,500 cfs to 1,400 cfs.… Continue reading CHANGE IN FLOWS!
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Category: Fishing Reports
PLATTE RIVER FISHING REPORT
It was another crazy busy weekend for us. Cool weather (for August!) greeted us and allowed for some really good late summer fishing. Water temps are still hovering in the mid 50’s with minimal moss to contend with. Fish seem to be holding in the faster runs and riffles. A short and heavy rig 3-5ft… Continue reading PLATTE RIVER FISHING REPORT
MIRACLE MILE – CURRENT FLOW
River Level/Conditions: 8,000 cfs / Average clarity Hatches: Midges Forecast: Please Call. Please use extreme caution when wading with these high flows. Nymph fishing is strong with eggs, san juan worms, half backs and stone fly patterns. Check road conditions to the mile that road can get a little nasty this time of year. Locally Effective… Continue reading MIRACLE MILE – CURRENT FLOW
WATER CLEARING
Finally!! The rain/snow mix for the last month has slowed down! With the last few days of clear weather the river has cleared up nicely. Been out the last few days and fishing is getting better all the time, and with the weather looking clear for the rest of the week it should get even… Continue reading WATER CLEARING
PLATTE RIVER FISHING REPORT
Fishing appears to be downright silly right now with chances to catch fish on streamers, dries and nymphs. The water clarity has improved greatly and conditions are great. There is still some baetis activity with midges being the main hatch. Our off season rates of $300.00 for a full day float continue through March 31st. … Continue reading PLATTE RIVER FISHING REPORT
MUDDY MESS
Well just when things looked like they were going to clean up we were greeted again with another big storm that blew the river out from Grey Reef Afterbay all the way down. Before the storm hit we had boats spread out from the Mile all the way down. Nymphing was the top producer in… Continue reading MUDDY MESS
PLATTE RIVER FLOAT SPECIAL!
Well November is here and so is the wind! Had a busy last few days with clients taking advantage of the beginning of our Fall off season special of $300.00 for a full day float. Friday the weather was cool but the wind was fairly calm and the fish were cooperating. Saturday the wind came… Continue reading PLATTE RIVER FLOAT SPECIAL!
PLATTE RIVER FISHING UPDATE
I apologize for the lack of posts as of lately as we have been busy with trade shows the last few weeks and still have a few more to attend. Blake and Jameson are on there way to the Great American Outdoor Sports Show in Harrisburg, PA. Blake will be presenting there daily, so if you… Continue reading PLATTE RIVER FISHING UPDATE
PLATTE RIVER FISHING UPDATE
It appears that the sub-zero weather is moving out and we are experiencing some great late fall weather. We had boats out all weekend fishing the upper Reef with some cold, but great fishing. The streamer fishing as of late has been nothing short of silly with a good brown or two thrown in the… Continue reading PLATTE RIVER FISHING UPDATE
NORTH PLATTE FISHING UPDATE
Well mother nature swept in and left us with a huge mess this weekend. This caused most of Casper and the surrounding areas to be without power through most of the weekend due to heavy snow and rain that broke just about every tree branch in Casper. It is a sad sight to see all… Continue reading NORTH PLATTE FISHING UPDATE