There are many fishing areas within the Platte River Basin that are widely known and receive a large amount of recreational visitation. One example of this is the ôMiracle Mileö on the North Platte River, a 5.5 mile river reach between Kortes Dam and Pathfinder Reservoir. There are also several tributary streams within the Platte River Basin that are popular fishing destinations. The following table presents the number of angler days per year along the North Platte River within the Guernsey to State Line subbasin. The number of angler days represent the combined time spent at lakes and streams and reflect the importance of fishing in many areas within the Platte River Drainage.
Recreational opportunities for fishing are greatest in the Upper Platte River Basin and, in particular, the Above Pathfinder and Pathfinder to Guernsey subbasins. The Upper and Lower Laramie subbasins and the Upper South Platte subbasin also provide good recreational fishing opportunities. To view a map of the fishing access points located in the South Platte River subbasin click here.
Summary of average angler days in the South Platte subbasin
Subbasin/Tributary |
Angler days/year |
Crow Creek, North Crow Creek, Granite and Crystal Reservoirs |
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