South Platte River
Elevenmile Canyon
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- Black Beauty
- Mercury Midge
- Juju Baetis
- Zebra Midge
- Barr's Emerger BWO
- Leech
- WD-40
- RS-2
- Griffith's Gnat
- Guide's Choice Hare's Ear
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Recent Guide Reports
Feb 16
FlyCast River Forecast
Technicality: 3/5
A combination of increased flows and bug activity have led to more consistent feeding. However, until we get closer to spring, you should plan to see the most action between the 11 am and 3 pm window. Pools and runs have been consistent but we encourage anglers to take advantage of the elevated flows and cover more water. The banks, slack water and shallow runs are great sections to target during the morning. As air and water temps rise, trout will slide into the shallow riffles, transition areas and runs to feed on emerging midges. Mercury Pheasant Tails, Zebra Midges, Black Beauties and Jujubee Midges have been hot lead patterns. Chocolate Foam Wing Emergers, Black Manhattan Midges, Mercury Midges, Top Secrets and RS2s are our top trailer patterns. If you see trout rising in the slow runs, tie on a #24 Parachute Adams followed by a Griffiths Gnat. Dont stress about ginking up your Griffiths Gnat too much because it can be deadly even when partially submerged.
Ideal Days to Fish: Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Suggested Flies:
Sub-surface: RS2 (#20-22), Barr's Emerger (#20-22), Chocolate Thunder (#22-24), JuJu Baetis (#20-22), Mercury Pheasant Tail (#20-22), WD 40 (#20-22), Mercury Midge (#22-24), Black Beauty (#22-26), Zebra Midge (#20-24), Blood Midge (#20-22), Disco Midge (#20-22), Top Secret Midge (#22-24), Guides Choice Hares Ear (#16-18), Rainbow Warrior (#18-20), red Copper John (#18-20), pink/green scud, leech pattern and San Juan Worm.
Surface: Parachute Adams (#22 - 24) and Griffiths Gnat (#22 - 24).
A combination of increased flows and bug activity have led to more consistent feeding. However, until we get closer to spring, you should plan to see the most action between the 11 am and 3 pm window. Pools and runs have been consistent but we encourage anglers to take advantage of the elevated flows and cover more water. The banks, slack water and shallow runs are great sections to target during the morning. As air and water temps rise, trout will slide into the shallow riffles, transition areas and runs to feed on emerging midges. Mercury Pheasant Tails, Zebra Midges, Black Beauties and Jujubee Midges have been hot lead patterns. Chocolate Foam Wing Emergers, Black Manhattan Midges, Mercury Midges, Top Secrets and RS2s are our top trailer patterns. If you see trout rising in the slow runs, tie on a #24 Parachute Adams followed by a Griffiths Gnat. Dont stress about ginking up your Griffiths Gnat too much because it can be deadly even when partially submerged.
Ideal Days to Fish: Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Suggested Flies:
Sub-surface: RS2 (#20-22), Barr's Emerger (#20-22), Chocolate Thunder (#22-24), JuJu Baetis (#20-22), Mercury Pheasant Tail (#20-22), WD 40 (#20-22), Mercury Midge (#22-24), Black Beauty (#22-26), Zebra Midge (#20-24), Blood Midge (#20-22), Disco Midge (#20-22), Top Secret Midge (#22-24), Guides Choice Hares Ear (#16-18), Rainbow Warrior (#18-20), red Copper John (#18-20), pink/green scud, leech pattern and San Juan Worm.
Surface: Parachute Adams (#22 - 24) and Griffiths Gnat (#22 - 24).
Feb 09
FlyCast River Forecast
Technicality: 3/5
For the past couple of weeks, flows have steadily increased but they seem to have leveled off around 150 cfs. This is a great level for this time of year as it helps break up ice buildup and allows trout to spread out from the deep pools/runs. Considering its still winter and water temps are low, we still recommend fishing the upper half of the canyon. The water is warmer the closer you get to the dam and food is more abundant. On warm and overcast days, the banks, outer seams, transition areas and tailouts are fantastic sections to target. However, on cold and/or sunny days, we recommend pounding the pronounced pools and slow runs. Bug activity has been picking up lately, so make sure to have plenty of midge pupa and baetis patterns on hand. These are hot patterns between 12 pm and 3 pm. For the most part, your trailer pattern should be a midge pupa or emerger. Your lead fly will vary depending on conditions. Start with a midge larva and if that isnt working, switch to a large searcher or a flashy attractor pattern.
Ideal Days to Fish: Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
Suggested Flies:
Sub-surface: RS2 (#20-22), Barr's Emerger (#20-22), Chocolate Thunder (#22-24), JuJu Baetis (#20-22), Mercury Pheasant Tail (#20-22), WD 40 (#20-22), Mercury Midge (#22-24), Black Beauty (#22-26), Zebra Midge (#20-24), Blood Midge (#20-22), Disco Midge (#20-22), Top Secret Midge (#22-24), Guides Choice Hares Ear (#16-18), Rainbow Warrior (#18-20), red Copper John (#18-20), pink/green scud, leech pattern and San Juan Worm.
Surface: Parachute Adams (#22 - 24) and Griffiths Gnat (#22 - 24).
For the past couple of weeks, flows have steadily increased but they seem to have leveled off around 150 cfs. This is a great level for this time of year as it helps break up ice buildup and allows trout to spread out from the deep pools/runs. Considering its still winter and water temps are low, we still recommend fishing the upper half of the canyon. The water is warmer the closer you get to the dam and food is more abundant. On warm and overcast days, the banks, outer seams, transition areas and tailouts are fantastic sections to target. However, on cold and/or sunny days, we recommend pounding the pronounced pools and slow runs. Bug activity has been picking up lately, so make sure to have plenty of midge pupa and baetis patterns on hand. These are hot patterns between 12 pm and 3 pm. For the most part, your trailer pattern should be a midge pupa or emerger. Your lead fly will vary depending on conditions. Start with a midge larva and if that isnt working, switch to a large searcher or a flashy attractor pattern.
Ideal Days to Fish: Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
Suggested Flies:
Sub-surface: RS2 (#20-22), Barr's Emerger (#20-22), Chocolate Thunder (#22-24), JuJu Baetis (#20-22), Mercury Pheasant Tail (#20-22), WD 40 (#20-22), Mercury Midge (#22-24), Black Beauty (#22-26), Zebra Midge (#20-24), Blood Midge (#20-22), Disco Midge (#20-22), Top Secret Midge (#22-24), Guides Choice Hares Ear (#16-18), Rainbow Warrior (#18-20), red Copper John (#18-20), pink/green scud, leech pattern and San Juan Worm.
Surface: Parachute Adams (#22 - 24) and Griffiths Gnat (#22 - 24).
Feb 03
FlyCast River Forecast
Technicality: 3/5
We are loving the flows through Eleven Mile Canyon right now. At 138 cfs, flows are 100 cfs above the historical average and trout arent unhappy about it. Elevated flows provide trout with more food resources and holding sections. While midges are a trouts primary food source during winter, these trout are also feeding on larger offerings right now. A double midge rig is a great place to start, but dont hesitate to lead with something larger such as a leech, Rainbow Warrior, Guides Choice Hares Ear or Mercury Pheasant Tail. When you approach the river, take a minute to observe the water. More often than not, youll find trout holding within 5 10 feet from the bank. Focus on these trout before targeting the middle of the river.
Ideal Days to Fish: Thursday, Friday & Sunday
Suggested Flies:
Sub-surface: RS2 (#20-22), Barr's Emerger (#20-22), Chocolate Thunder (#22-24), JuJu Baetis (#20-22), Mercury Pheasant Tail (#20-22), WD 40 (#20-22), Mercury Midge (#22-24), Black Beauty (#22-26), Zebra Midge (#20-24), Blood Midge (#20-22), Disco Midge (#20-22), Top Secret Midge (#22-24), Guides Choice Hares Ear (#16-18), Rainbow Warrior (#18-20), red Copper John (#18-20), pink/green scud, leech pattern and San Juan Worm.
Surface: Parachute Adams (#22 - 24) and Griffiths Gnat (#22 - 24).
We are loving the flows through Eleven Mile Canyon right now. At 138 cfs, flows are 100 cfs above the historical average and trout arent unhappy about it. Elevated flows provide trout with more food resources and holding sections. While midges are a trouts primary food source during winter, these trout are also feeding on larger offerings right now. A double midge rig is a great place to start, but dont hesitate to lead with something larger such as a leech, Rainbow Warrior, Guides Choice Hares Ear or Mercury Pheasant Tail. When you approach the river, take a minute to observe the water. More often than not, youll find trout holding within 5 10 feet from the bank. Focus on these trout before targeting the middle of the river.
Ideal Days to Fish: Thursday, Friday & Sunday
Suggested Flies:
Sub-surface: RS2 (#20-22), Barr's Emerger (#20-22), Chocolate Thunder (#22-24), JuJu Baetis (#20-22), Mercury Pheasant Tail (#20-22), WD 40 (#20-22), Mercury Midge (#22-24), Black Beauty (#22-26), Zebra Midge (#20-24), Blood Midge (#20-22), Disco Midge (#20-22), Top Secret Midge (#22-24), Guides Choice Hares Ear (#16-18), Rainbow Warrior (#18-20), red Copper John (#18-20), pink/green scud, leech pattern and San Juan Worm.
Surface: Parachute Adams (#22 - 24) and Griffiths Gnat (#22 - 24).