South Platte River-Cheeseman Canyon, Deckers, Trumbull area

The South Platte below Cheesman Reservoir offers challenging western tailwater fly fishing at its finest. Beautiful scenery and big fish are what most people think of when "The Platte" is mentioned. Designated "Gold Medal Water" by the Colorado Division of Wildlife, Cheesman Canyon offers the opportunity to catch huge rainbow and brown trout. Although a long hike into the canyon is required, the rewards are worth it with beautiful canyon scenery and big fish lining the river bottom. Fishing downstream from the canyon near the towns of Deckers and Trumbull can also be just as rewarding without the long hike to the water. Brown and rainbow trout up to 10 pounds are rare, but not out of the question. Riffles, pools, back eddies, and many other river characteristics make up this section of the river. Weekend crowds can be a problem, but booking a weekday trip is usually the solution. The South Platte fishes well year round with the best dry fly action from April through October. Half day guided trips are available at Deckers and Trumbull.

 

Colorado Fly Fishing Adventures, Inc.
34375 U.S. Highway 285
Pine, CO 80470
(303)-916-8357
email: chris@coloradoflyfishingadventures.com
Colorado Outfitter Permit #2158
Colorado Fly Fishing Adventures, Inc. operates under special use permits
from Elevenmile and Spinney Mtn. State Parks,
Colorado Division of Wildlife, and Denver Water Board