 From the headwaters in
the Wind River Range down to its confluence with the Colorado River,
the Green River has had a rich and flavorful history. Since the first
native Americans arrived, this incredibly diverse river corridor has
been home to the likes of John Wesley Powell, Butch Cassidy and the
Sundance Kid, Tom Horn, Curt Gowdy and of course the Green River Drifters.
From Flaming Gorge Dam down to the Colorado border, the Drifters offer
30 miles of tailwater fishing. There are three uniquely different sections
of river in which to float-fish. One or more of these is chosen strictly
to benefit you, the angler.
Red Canyon (Section A):
Starting at
the base of the majestic 500 ft Flaming Gorge Dam this section traverses
seven miles down through a 2000 ft red rock canyon. This is the most
popular stretch. With a proximity so close to the dam, this section
tends to hold a few more fish. It is the perfect scenario for the
novice to intermediate angler and our winter fishing trips.
Devil's Hole (Section B):
This section
starts at the scenic river crossing of the ancient indians and fur
trappers known as Little Hole. We float through many of the rivers
deepest holes on this nine mile stretch of water. Our isolation escalates
as accessibility becomes increasingly harder for the general public.
It is in this section where we spend most of our overnights.
Brown's Park (Section C):
Brown's Park
is a mid summer Drifters favorite. You'll be floating through a classic
Zane Grey western novel. Starting near the historic John Jarvie Ranch
in the heart of the Outlaw Trail, the river leaves Red Canyon for
the open spaces of Browns Park. Fewer people, less pressure, wilder
fish, bigger bugs, and stalwart winds! It's a tough equation to solve
at times, but those other times will be named after the entrance to
Swallow Canyon; Shangri-La.
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