North Platte River

North Platte River is a river flowing through Wyoming, United States. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At North Platte River, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

42.0170, -104.1237 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutCommon carpSmallmouth bassWalleyeChannel catfish

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Common carp

  Pre-bait the area with a similar bait you plan to fish with to attract carp and increase your chances.

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at North Platte River.

Plan Your Trip

Fishing North Platte River usually starts the day before — checking weather, tide or river-flow data, and confirming your licence is valid for Wyoming. Conditions in United States can shift quickly, and a quick pre-trip review saves a lot of wasted travel.

Nearby Spots in Wyoming

See all fishing spots in Wyoming →

Other Fishing Regions in United States