In response, trout feed heavily and clobber the caddis at each stage of their development. Nymphs and adult patterns work well during the hatch. Underneath, a Bead-Head caddis pupa, Deep Sparkle pupa, Prince nymph or Buckskin caddis works well. The North Platte offers trout that range between 10 inches and 15 pounds. The largest fish are taken on streamers or jigs.
Brown trout follow the spawning rainbows and pick off stray eggs.
During hatches, try zebra midges and brassies. Anyone can catch fish here. A good day might bring 20 or 30 trout to the net. You need a powerboat to effectively fish Lee's Ferry. Trout congregate in the riffles and runs and are best taken below the surface.