--- title: Deckers Fishing Report 12/8/25 description: Updated Deckers fly fishing report for December 2025. Real South Platte winter flows, clarity, hatches, access points, and the top flies and rigs to use right now. image: https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hubfs/Spring%202025%20River%20Report%20Banners/South%20Platte%20River%20Fly%20Fishing%20Report%20Near%20Decker%20Colorado.png --- [Skip to content](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/deckers-fishing-report-12/8/25#main-content) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 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[South Platte River](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/south-platte-river), - [River Report](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/river-report), - [Deckers](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/deckers), - [Colorado Front Range](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/colorado-front-range), - [Most Popular](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/most-popular), - [Denver Fly Fishing](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/denver-fly-fishing), - [Fly Fishing Near Denver](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/tag/fly-fishing-near-denver) # Deckers Fishing Report 12/8/25 - December 8, 2025 ![Tymothe Meskel](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(33).png) [Tymothe Meskel](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/author/tymothe-meskel)   ![South Platte River Fly Fishing Report Near Decker Colorado (1)-1](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hs-fs/hubfs/South%20Platte%20River%20Fly%20Fishing%20Report%20Near%20Decker%20Colorado%20(1)-1.png?width=1200&height=675&name=South%20Platte%20River%20Fly%20Fishing%20Report%20Near%20Decker%20Colorado%20(1)-1.png) **Updated:** December 8, 2025 Deckers is holding in classic early-winter shape with low, clear flows, cold morning water, and trout stacking in deeper, slower lanes. Week over week conditions are stable: flows remained steady, clarity improved slightly, and fish are feeding in tight winter windows driven by subtle midday warming. Expect technical midge nymphing, longer leaders, and slower, more deliberate presentations. #### Listen to the Audio Overview Deckers\_Winter\_Fly\_Fishing\_Low\_Flows\_Report 4:08   --- ## **Conditions Summary** **![rise beyond fly fihsing company in denver colorado a guide rating for a stream. Good is 5 trout. This rating is for 3 trout. So good or semi challenging fishing conditions.](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Guide%20Ratings/Guide%20Rating%20(800%20x%20175%20px)%20(3).png?width=800&height=175&name=Guide%20Rating%20(800%20x%20175%20px)%20(3).png)** - **Flow:** ~150–160 CFS, stable week over week and typical for early winter - **Water Temperature:** Mid 30s to low 40s, warming slightly mid-afternoon - **Air Temperature:** Mid 20s to mid 40s depending on sunlight - **Clarity:** Clear throughout most sections - **Crowds:** Moderate; lighter on cold days, steady near Deckers Bridge - **Best Window:** 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. when sunlight triggers midge activity - **Fishing Type Focus:** Nymphing, because trout are glued to deeper winter structure and eating small bugs close to the bottom --- ### **Weather** [DECKERS WEATHER](https://forecast7.com/en/39d25n105d23/deckers/?unit=us)   Cold canyon mornings followed by a mild midday warm-up. Deckers sees more direct sunlight than Cheesman, but winter winds still sweep through. Expect ice in rod guides early and instant cooling once shadows return. --- ## **Top Flies in Your Box This Week** 1. Black Beauty 20–24 2. Top Secret Midge 20–22 3. Mercury Midge 20–22 4. Manhattan Midge 22–24 5. RS2 (black, gray) 20–22 6. WD-40 20–22 7. Juju Baetis 20–22 8. Flashback PT 18–20 9. Rainbow Warrior 18–20 10. Mini Leech 12–14 (low-light only)     > #### **Pro Rig of the Week: The Deckers Deep Drift** - **Indicator:** Small yarn or muted pinch - **Lead Fly:** Pheasant Tail 18–20 - **Dropper:** Mercury Midge 20–22 - **Weight:** One small split shot, 10–12 inches above lead fly - **Target Water:** Deep troughs, soft inside seams, and walking-speed winter lanes around boulders --- ## **Hatch Chart for December** | Bug Type | Size | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | | Midges | 20–26 | Main winter food source; trout feed subsurface most of the day. | | Baetis nymphs | 20–22 | Only active during warm, overcast spells. | | Scuds | 14–18 | Effective anchor pattern, especially in softer water. | > ##### Dowload the South Platte Hatch Chart     --- ## **Access Points** **Deckers Bridge Area** Easy access, consistent winter holding water, and deep lanes. ⭐ **4.7** **Trumbull Section** Longer runs with softer edges perfect for winter nymphing. ⭐ **4.6** **Oxbow Bend** Slower winter water with dependable mid-depth troughs. ⭐ **4.5** **Scraggy View Area** More gradient changes; trout slide into deeper pockets in winter. ⭐ **4.4** **Below the Confluence** Cold but surprisingly productive during bright afternoons. ⭐ **4.3** --- ## Stop Here After the River ![BUD'S CAFE AND BAR - Updated November 2025 - 133 Photos & 223 Reviews - 5453 Manhart St, Sedalia, Colorado - Bars - Restaurant Reviews - Phone Number - Yelp](https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/QHGop1HAgwqebPI_JNGl_w/348s.jpg) [**Bud’s Bar — Sedalia**](https://www.facebook.com/p/Buds-Cafe-Bar-100052597704614/) Old-school, cash-only, unapologetic Colorado. This is the place guides hit when they want something simple and perfect after a long day on the South Platte. Order the **single cheeseburger with onions**, grab a side of **chips**, and take in the atmosphere that hasn’t changed in decades. It’s loud, it’s honest, and it hits the spot after hiking in and out of canyon water all day.   --- ## **Local Regulations & Notes** - Artificial flies and lures only - Watch for ice shelves near shaded banks - Respect redds in shallow gravel runs - Deckers gets heavy pressure; stealth and quiet wading matter - Adjust weight often to maintain drift control in low flows --- ## **FAQ** **Q:** What’s the best technique at Deckers in December? **A:** Deep, slow nymphing with small midges and long tippet. **Q:** Are there any dry-fly opportunities? **A:** Only rare midge clusters on warm, still afternoons. **Q:** Where should I start if I only have a few hours? **A:** Deckers Bridge and Trumbull offer the most consistent winter water. **Q:** Do streamers produce in winter? **A:** Occasionally, but use micro leeches and slow swings in deeper water. **Q:** How pressured is Deckers right now? **A:** Moderate; cold days thin crowds, but weekends remain busy. **Q:** What weight tippet do I need? **A:** 5X for attractors and 6X for midge droppers.   --- > #### **Companion Article for December** > > **C[olorado Winter Trout Fishing Strategy & Behavior Guide](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/winter-fly-fishing-guide-colorado-2025)**   [![Chelsey brings upbeat energy and clear teaching that lifts every angler.](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Chelsey%20brings%20upbeat%20energy%20and%20clear%20teaching%20that%20lifts%20every%20angler..jpg?width=600&height=448&name=Chelsey%20brings%20upbeat%20energy%20and%20clear%20teaching%20that%20lifts%20every%20angler..jpg)](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/book-south-platte-fly-fishing-guide-colorado-trout-hunters)Credit: Colorado Trout Hunters [Book Colorado Trout Hunters](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/book-south-platte-fly-fishing-guide-colorado-trout-hunters)for Private Waters and Top access along the South Platte This week is all about midges, tiny baetis, and subtle drifts. 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