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South Platte River - Denver

SOUTH PLATTE BASIN Fishing Report
Rating
4/5
Flow
109 cfs
Wind
6 mph
Temperature
35 °F
Low/High
25/48
Weather @SOUTH PLATTE BASIN - Updated March 28, 2023 - 9:05pm by OpenWeather

Current River Flow Updates

Latest update 3/23/2023

The river has been fishing good lately. The classic mixed bag of species is present, carp and trout being the most common catch. General nymphs, craws, & buggers are still working for flies. The midge hatch is strong at various points throughout the day. There have also been reports of fish eating dries- small parachute style dries are great "hatch matchers".

Historical River Flow

River Information

The Denver South Platte (or DSP) flows right through the heart of Denver and offers anglers the ultimate in urban fly fishing. The river is home to a wide variety of warm water fish, however, does hold trout in some of the upper sections. Without a doubt, no fish has put the DSP on the map more than the Carp. These ultra spooky fish have become a prime target for many of us here at the shop and have both frustrated and rewarded countless other anglers across this city and beyond. Aside from the Carp, Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Suckers, Catfish and Walleye all reside in this waterway. The upper few miles, just downstream of C-470, north to Mineral Blvd, typically runs a little colder and holds the highest density of trout. This stretch is also undergoing stream renovations which should improve the quality of the trout fishery.

Seasonal Conditions

Fishable year round. The warmer months will be most productive for the warm water species here.

Additional River Information

South Platte River at Denver

SOUTH PLATTE BASIN River Gauge View Detailed Information

  • Flow 109 cfs
  • Wind 6 mph
  • Temp 35 °F
  • High/Low 25/48

River access

River access is plentiful throughout the entirety of this stretch of river. Anglers will find countless access spots from C-470 north to 104th St. Feel free to stop by the shop or give us a call for the most up to date report on what stretches are fishing best.

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