Welcome to the Rise Beyond Fly Fishing Podcast—this week, we head into one of the Front Range’s most technical gems: Waterton Canyon on the South Platte River. With flows holding steady around 58 CFS, it’s a clinic in finesse. Whether you're stalking tailouts with a CDC Trico Spinner or running micro-shot euro nymph rigs through boulder slots, Waterton rewards the dialed-in angler.
In this episode, we cover:
🎯 How to approach low flows without spooking the entire canyon
🎣 Trico and PMD tactics for the morning bite
🪰 Best flies for the week (Dry, Nymph, and Streamer setups)
🧠 When to fish and when to wait out the cyclists
📍 Top access points from Trailhead Bridge to Mile 2.5
We also answer common FAQs:
Are there big fish in there? (Yes—but they’re PhD-level)
Is Waterton good year-round?
What kind of rod setup should you bring?
If you’re planning a trip this weekend—or just looking to up your game—this is your full breakdown of conditions, flies, and strategies to make the most of your time on the water. No fluff. No gear plugs. Just real talk from the river.
👉 For the full fly list, hatch chart, and access map, visit: risebeyondflyfishing.com
Rise Beyond Fly Fishing — We fish here. We report here. You win here.
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