WYOMING

In the heart of the great American West, the North Platte River is one of the most productive trout rivers in the United States. Sporting big, trophy sized brown and rainbow trout, set in a picturesque backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. The consistent water temperatures of the North Platte River offer trout the opportunity to flourish in their natural environment, with anywhere from 3,000 to 5,000 fish per mile. The river produces extremely large hatches of Midges, BWO’s Caddis, Yellow Sallies, PMD’s & Trico’s between the months of April through to October. In addition to this, streamer fishing and nymphing are regular tactics that produce good catches year-round. 

Snake River rises in Yellowstone National Park. Part of the river is best suited to floating; other areas can be waded. The majority of fish are cutthroat trout, the rest being brown and brook trout. Three tributaries of the Snake, the Gros Ventre, Flat Creek and Hoback offer gentler alternatives. 

The Hampton Inn at Jackson Hole is two minutes’ drive to the centre of town, with very comfortable rooms with private facilities, a hot tub, fitness room and complimentary WiFi. Fish the Snake, Hoback, Gros Ventre, Flat Creek and other lesser-known rivers, as well as Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park. 

Suggested Package: 7 nights including breakfast, 2 days’ guided fishing, car hire. 

Brush Creek Ranch is an Orvis-endorsed all-inclusive guest ranch set on 30,000 acres of Western landscape in Saratoga, offering exclusive, private access to some of the most revered freestone fishing waters in the world. Fishing takes place on Brush Creek, French Creek, the acclaimed North Platte River, and the Encampment River. 

Other activities 

Spa, archery, horseback riding, cattle drives, ATV adventures, golf, distillery, wine and farm tours. 

Suggested Package: 1 night in Denver, 5 nights on full board including all activities, fishing and car hire.