Rates
Unforgettable Fly Fishing Trips
If you’re new to the North Platte or you’re a returning guest that wants to get the most out of their time on the river, we always suggest that you hire one of our expert fishing guides. They will show you secrets of the North Platte that you never would have discovered on your own and can take you onto nearly 20 miles of privately-owned land for wade fishing, or lunch
Full day rates include terminal tackle, lunch and soft drinks; half day fly fishing trips include terminal tackle and a soda. You are responsible for purchasing a Wyoming fishing license ($14/day) and any additional tax and gratuities.
Fishing Trips Pricing
| Trip Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Full day fly fishing trip with private access, one or two anglers. | $550 |
| Full day private access wade fishing, one or two anglers. | $550 |
| Full day “Trophy Trip,” one angler. | $575 |
| Full day Miracle Mile guided float trip, one or two anglers. | $575 |
| Half day guided float trip (no lunch), one or two anglers. | $450 |
| Half day private access wade fishing (no lunch), one or two anglers. | $450 |
| Grey Reef Primer one or two anglers wading for two hours, includes one dozen flies. Take the guesswork out of fishing Grey Reef have one of our seasoned guides show you the ropes. | $175 |
| One day “Cast and Blast,” one or two hunters/anglers. | $600 |
| BIG HORN RIVER Full Day Float fly fishing trip in Thermopolis, Wyoming | $575 |
Shoulder Season Rates
These rates are valid November 15th through March 14th.
| Day trip - 2 anglers (no lunch included) | $400 |
| 1/2 Day trip - 2 anglers (no lunch included) | $300 |
| Cottages ($20 extra for 3 people, $40 extra for 4 people) | $140 |
| Fish & Stay Package - 1 day trip/1 night cottage | $500 |
| Fish & Stay Package - 1 day trip/2 nights cottage | $600 |
Gray Reef Primer
An excellent option for your arrival day at North Platte Lodge. 1 or 2 anglers wading for 2 hours, includes one dozen flies. Take the guesswork out of fishing Grey Reef with one of our seasoned guides.
| Grey Reef Primer - 1 or 2 anglers | $175 |
Intro to Spey Casting and Swinging for Trout
Learn the basics of casting a two-handed rod and use these techniques to catch trout. Perfect introduction before a steelhead, Atlantic salmon, or a sea-run brown trout trip. This option can be used as a Primer Trip, Full or Half Day, or used as a portion of your Full Day Trip.
* An excellent option for your arrival afternoon at the North Platte Lodge.
one day cast and blast
Spend your morning enjoying our world-class waterfowling, then exchange shotguns for rods with afternoon sessions on the Grey Reef or other local trout waters.
| Sage Grouse and Early Season Waterfowl - 1 or 2 hunters/anglers | $600 |
Rate Details
- Full day rates INCLUDE terminal tackle, lunch, and soft drinks but DO NOT INCLUDE Wyoming fishing license ($14/day), taxes, or gratuities.
- 1/2 day rates INCLUDE terminal tackle and soft drinks, but DO NOT INCLUDE Wyoming fishing license ($14/day), taxes, or gratuities.
Gratuities
The following table are guides for suggested gratuity for North Platte Lodge and The Reef Fly Shop staff. Please be prepared to tip your guides & housekeepers in cash.
Fishing & Hunting Guides
| Full Day - 2 Anglers | $125 cash for each full day/2 angler trip |
| Half Day - 2 Anglers | $100 cash for each half day/2 angler trip |
| Full Day - 1 Angler | $100 cash |
| Half Day - 1 Angler | $75 cash |
Wingshooting Double Occupancy Rates/Cast and Blast Rates
Includes lodging, meals, guides, airport transportation, legal limit of birds, and terminal fishing tackle for 1 hunter/angler.
| 1 day, 2 nights | $650 |
| 2 days, 3 nights | $1250 |
| 3 days, 4 nights | $1875 |
| 4 days, 5 nights | $2500 |
| Daily Wingshooting for 1 or 2 guns. Waterfowl or Upland. Lunch provided, *no lodging included in day hunt rates | $500 |
Rates include lodging at North Platte Lodge, all meals, guide/dogs, bird processing and packaging, legal limit of all open upland species.
(Wingshooting prices listed above are per hunter/angler based on DOUBLE occupancy. For single occupancy, add $150 per day. Rates DO NOT INCLUDE hunting license, taxes, ammunition, bird shipping fees, or gratuities.)
Special Fly Fishing Trips
Get an introduction to spey casting and swinging for trout. Learn the basics of casting a two-handed rod and use these techniques to catch trout. Perfect introduction before a Steelhead, Atlantic Salmon or Sea Run Brown Trout fishing trip. Call for details.
How Much to Tip for Fishing Trips
| Trip type | Typical gratuity |
|---|---|
| Full day, two anglers | $100 - $125 cash for each trip |
| Half day, two anglers | $75-$100 cash for each trip |
| Full day, one angler | $75 - $100 cash for each trip |
| Half day, one angler | $60-$75 cash for each trip |
Deposit Policy
- A 50% trip deposit is due at the time of the reservation. We accept Visa & MasterCard credit cards for deposit with a 3% processing fee.
- 50% of the required deposit is refundable up to 45 days prior to the reservation start date. The full deposit will be forfeited if cancelled, for any reason, with less than 45 days notice. We strongly suggest trip insurance.
- The balance of the reservation is due 30 days prior to your arrival.
- If opting to use the Corporate Rate the balance of the trip is due upon booking with no cancelations or refunds for any reason.