Dream Stream (Access Points)on South Platte River (Dream Stream)
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
Stable
- 01Stable, clear late fall tailwater flows present surgical fishing opportunities.
- 02Midges are the daily bread, with 'midge marathon' hatches on sunny days.
- 03Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches are strong, with fish keying on emergers and duns, especially on overcast days.
- 04Trico and October Caddis hatches are active, offering dry fly opportunities.
- 05Brown trout are spawning; egg patterns are effective, and be mindful of redds.
- 06Focus on slower, deeper seams and runs, using long leaders and fine tippet.
What to tie on at Dream Stream (Access Points)
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Flashback Baetis Nymph
Blue-Winged Olive nymphs are in full force, and this imitation is a proven producer for active early spring mayfly nymph activity.
Schroeder's Hi-Vis Hopper
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports and effective as a large attractor or imitation of summer terrestrials, especially for opportunistic feeding in current conditions.
Scud (Pink/Orange)
Scuds are a consistent and vital food source in tailwaters, and the pink/orange variations are particularly effective in spring.
Buy at AmazonSquirmy Wormy
Worms are an important food source, especially with the current elevated flows washing them into the system.
Buy at AmazonWoolly Bugger (Black/Olive)
Leeches and baitfish are active year-round, and the higher flows make larger streamers, like the Woolly Bugger, an excellent choice for enticing aggressive trout.
Tactical Peeping Caddis TH Jig
Caddis are actively emerging subsurface, and this jig nymph is highly effective for getting down to fish feeding on them, particularly in the current higher flows.
Elk Hair Caddis
Caddis are actively making an appearance as reported by local intelligence, making this a reliable imitation for adult caddis.
Buy at AmazonIced Out Midge Pupa
Midges remain a primary food source, even with higher flows. This pupa imitation is excellent for targeting subsurface midge activity in cold tailwater conditions.
Buy at AmazonStimulator (Yellow)
Yellow Sallies are actively making an appearance as reported by local intelligence, making this pattern an effective imitation for them or other large terrestrials.
Colorado season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
Fly shops nearby
Local flies, current advice and guided trips.