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South Boulder Creek

SOUTH PLATTE BASIN Fishing Report
Rating
4/5
Flow
18 cfs
Wind
5 mph
Temperature
33 °F
Low/High
32/55
Weather @SOUTH PLATTE BASIN - Updated March 30, 2024 - 2:05am by OpenWeather

Current River Flow Updates

Latest Update: 10/23/23

Below Gross has bumped to 90 CFS. SBC is fishing great right now. We are seeing prolific hatches of BWO's and midges throughout the canyon. Come equipped with BWO dries in a #18-22. When the fish aren't rising an indicator rig will be your best bet. Lead the rig with a mycis shrimp, small worm or pheasant tail (#16-18) and off the back drop an RS2, WD-40 or a midge pattern such as a Black Beauty or Top Secret in a #18-22



Historical River Flow

River Information

This small tailwater located below Gross reservoir provides great year-round fishing. SBC is in close proximity to the Denver area and should remain at the top of any tailwater enthusiast's list. The fishery itself boasts an impressive amount of species that naturally reproduce- you are likely to find a wild rainbows, browns, or brookies here.

Seasonal Conditions

Thick midge hatches will be present year-round. There is a very notable green drake and caddis emergence in late summer/early autumn. Stonefly and mayfly nymphs are also common. Dry fly fishing is great during the warmer months. Discharge can vary here- from very skinny (~10CFS) to fairly turbulent (200+ CFS). During lower flows, the dry-dropper set up works the best. During higher water, heavier nymph rigs or the tight-line approach will help get your bugs down.

Additional River Information

South Boulder Creek below Gross Reservoir

SOUTH PLATTE BASIN River Gauge View Detailed Information

  • Flow 18 cfs
  • Wind 5 mph
  • Temp 33 °F
  • High/Low 32/55

River access

South Boulder Creek is best accessed via Coal Creek Canyon Road (72). The "South Boulder Creek Kayak Run" parking lot provides the easiest access. Fishing pressure decreases as you travel further downstream. The Walker Ranch Loop is the best trail to access for lower half of the tailwater.

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