Eleven Mile Canyon
Eleven Mile Canyon is our local gem. Any seasoned angler will agree that the South Platte River in Eleven Mile Canyon is the place to go for unparalleled beauty. Eleven Mile Canyon is also the place to go if you just want to catch a fish. Per mile this stretch of river seems to consistently hold more fish than any other river within an hour's drive from Colorado Springs. It is the place to go where you stand the best chance to get into one of the various beautiful species of trout that call the South Platte River home.
Eleven Mile Canyon is also a great winter fishing destination because it is a tailwater. A tailwater fishery is where a river comes out below a dam; consequently, during the winter months the water temps are just warm enough to stay relatively ice-free all year. If you can find a spot in the upper stretch of the canyon where the winter sun hits the water, you can find feeding fish. This time of year can be the most productive for solitude-seeking anglers who aren't afraid of using light tippets and very small flies.
Dream Stream
The South Platte River below Spinney Reservoir is known to most local anglers as the "Dream Stream." This tailwater doesn't have many holds over fish and is subject to high wind speeds and inclement weather. The spring and fall have been the Dream Stream's saving grace because of the spawns. Large rainbows and cutthroat trout move into the river in the spring, and Large browns and kokanee salmon move in in the fall.
Private Water - Abell River Ranch Lake George, Colorado
The Abell River Ranch remains the largest contiguous privately owned south platte river parcel from its headwaters through downtown Denver. Current owners manage this wild trout fishery to be a premium experience.
Fallen Tree Lodge is very happy to have co-sponsored Pikes Peak Chapter Trout Unlimited 2024 raffle for a combination Lodging and Guided fishing package with Abell River Ranch. This year's lucky Winner is Tony Musorafite of Colorado Springs. Congratulations Tony!
