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South Platte River - Denver
Report Date: 05/08/2012-
Flows are ideal, and the river is fishing well
Reporter: Cody Hoeckelberg
Flow Conditions:
Water Clarity: Clear
Current Fishing Conditions:
Recent rains have increased flows and decreased clarity on the South Platte in town, Sight fishing for carp can be very tough with low clarity, but feeding fish can still be found on shallow flats and in backwater pools.
Nymphs: San Juan Worm 12-16, Cannons Worm 12-16, Wired Worms 12-16
Dries: None
Streamers: Crazy Dad 8, Brasso's Brandy Candy 8, Crazy Dad 8, Long Strip Crayfish
Seasonal Overview:
We should be finally entering the productive summer Carping season on the metro platte. As flows decrease, water temps will increase, and the best times to fish will be in the cooler morning and evening hours.
Current Hatches: Caddis, BWO's, Craws & Leeches
Recommended Flies
Dries: NA Nymphs: Barry's Carp fly, Hogan's Carp Bait, Morlock's Carp Breakfast, Agent Orange, Onyx Agent, Swimming Carp Nymph Streamers: Slump Buster, Olive & Brown Buggers
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The Urban South Platte is an excellent resource for anglers in the Denver Metro Area, with healthy populations of Carp, Smallmouth Bass, and Trout found throughout its urban reaches. The Urban Green way Project provides great access through out the metro area via bike trails and parks.
