Dream Stream Part 2 (new and familiar places)

The “Dream Stream” was fishing all too well this year, so we decided to head up for another weekend to have our shot at some more migratory fish. This time around, our focus was fishing where the crowds were not.  On our first day, we spent a few hours on the lower stretches of the Platte and had our eyes set on some familiar holes that we hold close to our heart. As usual, these holes were not only productive but gave up some nice specimens. We brought over ten Kokanee to the net in these spots, along with a few decent trout.   

The next day, we decided to try out some new water. I have always wanted to explore the South Park area, but I am always tempted by the regular spots. We spent the morning hiking miles while seeing nothing in the river. Eventually, I came across a dead Brown Trout who seemed to be in the 20 inch class. Although it was a sad moment, it gave me some hope that this particular river may actually hold something that swims. As we kept hiking we stumbled upon a nice Cutthroat sitting in a deep pool. At this moment, I was jumping for joy with the realization that there truly were catchable fish in this stretch. It only took one cast, and the fish was on. I ended up breaking the fish off, but the adreniline was pumping and I knew the fish were active. The next deep spot in the river proved to be the biggest and best suprise of the year; it was a spot filled with large trout and they were willing to take just about anything (worms, eggs, pheasant tails, miracle midges, zebras, etc.). We sat along the banks of this deep spot and proceeded to catch about thirty or more fish in about two hours. It turned out to be one of the most amazing spots of the year, and the best part was that we didn’t see a soul. New places can be rewarding as long as you are willing to hunt.