Runoff Fly Fishing

As I write this, the "Dream Stream" section of the South Platte River is flowing at 658 cfs.  High water and runoff has hit the South Platte in a big way.  That being said, this is Colorado Fly Fishing at its best!  We have been having some great trips on the Platte.  Do not let high water scare you from booking your Colorado Fly Fishing Trip!  Visit www.addictiveanglingcolorado.com and let me show you how to target these big, hard fighting fish.  It is a great time to hit the water.  With nearly record flows, the rest of the summer is being set up to fish lights out.  July, August, September, and October should be some of the best fishing in recent years for both high numbers and big fish.  Below are some pictures from recent trips. 

Spring Fly Fishing with Addictive Angling Colorado

Spring Colorado fly fishing trips on the South Platte River have been good to great on many days.  This spring we saw some truly impressive fish despite the low water levels.  While the yearly migration of trout from Eleven Mile Reservoir is quickly coming to a close, there is still some great fishing to be had!  As the lake fish head back to the reservoir, we have some of our best fishing during the early summer months before runoff begins.  We are finding success with both nymphs and dry flies, while streamers have turned a few fish as well.  Looking forward, the summer season on the South Platte River provides anglers for countless opportunities to catch large trout on nymphs and dry flies.  There is nothing quite like watching a big leopard spotted Brown Trout slowly come to the surface to sip a dry fly.  To book your Colorado Fly Fishing Guided Trip, please visit www.addictiveanglingcolorado.com today! Below are some pictures of some great fish we have caught on recent trips. 

Dreams Still Happen on the Dream Stream

The past week I have been fairly busy with guided trips on the Dream Stream section of the South Platte River.  As is expected for this time of year, crowds have been very heavy.  Despite the crowds, my great clients and I over the past week were able grind out the days by walking several miles in order to find some outstanding fish.  The river is still very low and much of the water on the lower stretch is still empty.  That being said, finding fish has been the biggest battle, with getting the fish to eat a fly coming with good results for those willing to work the fish and coax them into feeding.  The busy days, with heavy crowds, are without question the most challenging, as fish will sit on the river bottom and display their disdain by simply refusing to feed.  Be sure to discipline yourselves and land only fair hooked fish, even if you have to break them off, rest them, and begin fishing to them again after a short break.  Below are some pictures of some great fish that we have caught in the last week, with one hitting the 11 pound mark. I still have days open for some Spring Colorado Fly Fishing Trips. Please visit www.addictiveanglingcolorado.com for more details!

Colorado Spring Fly Fishing Trips

With the guide season underway, the past couple weeks has provided some great fishing.  The Deckers section of the South Platte River has been fishing great! Lots of fish and some large fish are being caught as well.  Crowds at Deckers have been lighter than usual with most people out at the Dream Stream looking for their trophy.  There are a few lake fish in the Dream Stream section right now.  That being said, there is also A LOT of empty water.  Runs that typically hold fish may have one or even no fish at all.  The low water is really what is hurting the run this year. If you think like a fish its not difficult to figure out why.  If you are a large fish that spends most of its life in a 110 foot lake, why would you leave the safety of the lake to enter a river that completely exposes you.  The crowds are also contributing to the conditions at the Dream.  That being said, we are still picking up some great fish.  One of the photos below has been edited to keep the exact location somewhat of a mystery.   The end of March and into April should be an outstanding time period on the South Platte for big fish.

Addictive Angling Colorado will also have private water options this year that will help combat the crowds.  These are great ways to have a large section of river all to yourself!  So with Spring fishing picking up and summer booking up quickly as well, be sure to call and book your Colorado Fly Fishing Trip today! Please call 719-494-6480, email tere5643@gmail.com , or visit www.addictiveanglingcolorado.com for more details.

Spring Is Around the Corner: Take Advantage of our Spring Promotion!

With Spring and the annual run of Rainbows and Cutthroats into the Dream Stream, I have been fielding a fair number of questions regarding the migration.  First I will say that we are probably still a few weeks off from seeing a the majority of the fish moving out of the lake.  The low flows and cold overnight temps are adverse conditions to be certain.  That being said, with nicer weather ahead, don't be surprised if a few fish start to find their way into the system.  The river will get crowded as it always does, but book a trip to chase some monster lake run fish and learn to beat the crowds!

Addictive Angling Colorado is also offering a great spring promotion.  Visit our website and book your guided fly fishing trip or lesson for any 2015 date before March first and receive 15% off of your trip. Visit the link here for Colorado Fly Fishing Trips!

Below are some pictures of past Spring Trout from the Dream Stream

Colorado Fly Fishing Trip Report January 2015

Well I hope the winter months are treating everyone very well and that everyone had a great holiday season.  I have done a couple of guided trips this month with some good productivity.  The flows on the Dream Stream are fairly low, hovering around 60 cfs.  Cold weather snaps will freeze over the lower stretch and on warmer days open it back up.  That being said, it is a totally different year than we saw last Spring.  A year ago we were getting lake run fish, this year, the low water levels have the fish holding out.  Target the warmer sunny days in the middle and upper stretches with midge patterns.  There are some very nice fish to be had but making sure to hit the water on the best weather days has been key right now.  Visit www.addictiveanglingcolorado.com to book your Colorado Fly Fishing Trip for the upcoming season.  We are looking forward to a great season as snow pack levels are looking great.  Below are a few pictures of fish we have been getting this winter. 

Thank You for a Great Season

As I prepare to head to New York next week, the guiding season is coming to a close.  I want to thank everyone that I had the privilege of fishing with this year.  You all have made memories that I will never forget.  This fall was a great one.  While low water levels made conditions less than ideal, we found some amazing fish.  Below are some pictures from this past fall.  Thank you all again for a great season on the water!