Why North Platte Lodge in 2020?


This is why^

Current Fishing report for Miracle Mile and Grey Reef is very good and the outlook is excellent. Clarity and temps are great at both venues. Grey Reef flows remain at 3600cfs and Miracle Mile flows are 2400cfs. Expect solid PMD, caddis and Yellow Sallie hatches at both tailwaters while Miracle Mile is enjoying excellent Golden Stone Fly activity and that should continue for the next couple weeks!

Fishing: What to expect for the remainder of 2020? Hoppers and Tricos in the near future! Central Wyoming is littered with grasshoppers and it’ll make for some of the funnest fishing you’ve ever experienced. Mid July through mid September is the range. Tricos are our daily and ultra consistent dry fly opportunity from mid July through mid October. Psuedo and crane fly fishing will ramp up mid September then the baetis will take over from there and stealing some glory from the daily caddis activity that covers the rest of the season. Streamer activity will be solid throughout with it really picking up mid October through mid November. Nymphing wont slow down and resident invertebrates keep our trout fat all year long.

Hunting: We start our big game hunting program in August with archery antelope and continue through November adding elk and deer to the schedule. Sage Grouse opens the 3rd week of September and is always a popular cast and blast option. Don’t miss this! Early season waterfowl starts late September and is another excellent cast and blast option.

Access, Experience and Location This is why you choose North Platte Lodge and The Reef Fly Shop, Cottages & RV.  We are the only private properties at Grey Reef, nothing can touch our location. Experience, simply put the most experienced crew on the lower North Platte River…bar none. We are the first permitted Grey Reef guiding operation, first lodge and shop on the river, since 1998 anglers have trusted us to provide an unparalleled angling experience. We employ sporting techniques and set the bar with regard to rejecting non sporting angling approaches. Our guides won’t take you down that rabbit hole because their experience and knowledge of the river means they don’t have to.

Accommodations and new lodging programs: North Platte Lodge Overlooking upper Grey Reef, the lodge welcomes up to 12 anglers in 6 rooms. Book as a single angler up to corporate and group options consuming the entire facility. A traditional lodge package includes all meals and guided fishing or hunting. The ultimate in convenience and seclusion with great meals and incredible views. The boat main ramp is one minute away. 2020 B&B Option due to the odd circumstances of 2020 we have some lodge vacancies and have begun to offer a bed and breakfast option. Book the entire lodge for your party of up to 12 guests with minimum stay of 3 eves. Breakfast is provided. Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed off site or you can add that service as an a la carte option. You may also add guided fishing trips as an a la carte option. Wyoming has become very popular during the covid era due to our seclusion, fresh air, and economical yet high quality and authentic experiences. Cottages and RV sites We have 4 great vacation rentals at The Reef Fly Shop that have full kitchens and grills and house up to 4 guests each. They are always a popular choice for our guided fishing guests, unguided anglers and those wanting to explore the Alcova area’s historic, and cultural sites and our local water recreation lakes (Alcova and Pathfinder Reservoirs) a stone’s throw away. The RV sites are basic and feature 20/30/50 amp service with sewer and fresh water available and the best bathhouse in the biz.

The Reef Fly Shop  307.232.9128 This is where you go for the most up to date advice, grab some bugs and a Bufftrout cap, book a 2 hour primer trip (intro to Grey Reef) or a half or full day guided fishing trip, rent a drift boat or grab a six pack or 2. Top shelf gear at Grey Reef and one minute to the main boat ramp…

Let’s be diligent and have a great time in 2020.

 

 

1/10/2012 Is it May?


Several days of unbelievable weather. Mid 50s and calm. We are expecting some snow and cooler conditions tomorrow. There is no ice on Grey Reef Reservoir or the upper several miles of the river. We have ordered the equipment to install a high quality weather station and it will be available to all online. Wind speed, wind direction, temperature, precipitation totals, humidity and barometer trends will be updated every few seconds and be available 24 hours a day…as our satellite internet connection allows. It is actually pretty darn reliable so we expect the weather will be as well. We will provide a link as soon as the station is operational.

1/7/12 High and Dry


We are stuck in a dry weather pattern. After record high temps a couple days ago things have cooled down. As the temps drop so do the wind speeds. Yesterday was calm as it is this AM.

Fishing at all venues has been very good. Miracle Mile has seen more than its fair share of traffic as a result of the article in American Angler. Not saying the fishing isn’t great but Grey Reef has been untouched for 2 months. Fremont has seen a fair amount of traffic as well.

Nymphing is most productive with midges, leeches, worms and scuds. BUT, don’t discount a slow swing with streamers as they will receive attention.

These are great opportunities to treat yourself to an inexpensive yet full-featured trip at Grey Reef or Miracle Mile. Great weather combined with exclusive private access, excellent guides, discounted and nobody on the river. What are you waiting for?

1/3/2012 Wyoming Fly Fishing Grey Reef & Miracle Mile


Seems this week we will have warm Chinook winds and little moisture. Fishing remains great at Grey Reef and almost as good at the Mile. Muddy and drifting roads still a problem for Miracle Mile so be careful. Avalanche conditions are moderate to high along much of the Rockies  so stay out of the back country for a few days and get some fishing in.

We won’t have a booth at the Denver shows this weekend but we will be there. If you are itching to go to book an early season cheap trip do a little research first. We off the BEST OF THE EARLY SEASON TRIPS. Ours will cost $25 more but that added expense will get you a longer day on the water(that makes up for the added cost alone) you will also be privileged to all of our private access( that alone crushes any other deal ) PLUS you will fish with Grey Reef’s most experienced guide crew.

12/22/11


What a day! Bluebird, calm and white after a good winter storm yesterday. Take advantage of the snow for really nice fish pictures. To the non believer, a grip n grin with snow in the background really confuses them. Elves have been busy and Santa is on his way. We hope Santa is good to everybody. Be safe!

12/20/11


Chilly and snowy this AM. Fishing remains strong with very few folks about. Fremont has had a little more pressure. Ice is limited on the upper and becomes more evident above Sechrist. Casper has plenty of open water down low but most of town is ice choked. Get your holiday guests out for an hour or two! Casper can wow if you let it. Fishing and skiing or snowshoeing. Mountain Sports offers XC ski and snowshoe rentals. Our Nordic Center is great with miles of groomed trails and a fire and food in the lodge. Hogadon’s downhill skiing has had a strong early season and will benefit from this snow storm. Our new City Manager is making strong steps to improve the experience and it has been noticeable and notable. Show your guests what Casper has to offer, options are extensive. Call Crazy Rainbow and buy some birds for a preserve pheasant hunt! Lots of museums to stop into. ETC!

Everybody getting ready to go to the Denver shows to buy their cheap early season trips? Go have a look around, compare then give us a call. You will get many miles of private access, Grey Reef’s most experienced and largest guide staff along with a longer fishing day. Like to wade? Like to be away from other boats/anglers? Like to fish the whole river and not merry-go-round one run for an hour? We do things differently.