Winter Fishing Update: Grey Reef

While the North Platte can be a cold place to fish during the winter, the ice is pulling back! Flows have stayed consistent at around 500 CFS, which means fish are happy and feeding.  If putting the boat on, there may be a small ice shelf left at Lusby take out. If you’re looking for success on the Grey Reef, nymphing a 2 fly or 3 fly rig will be the best way to get into fish.  We at the shop like a Mayer’s Mini Leech or San Juan Worm as a lead fly, with Two-Bit Hookers, Mayhem Midges, or Sparkle Wing RS2's trailing behind.  If you’re looking for some action, swinging larger streamers or getting the streamer to the bottom of the run is producing.  Some of our favorites are Articulated Goldies, Rusty Trombones, and Platte River Spiders.  If you are not getting fish on a certain color try going lighter or darker for your given situation.  Stay safe out there and tight lines!