Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
50
North Fork Anglers's Tip of the Week
The Bureau of Reclamation has reduced the cfs to winter flows. This is arguable the best time to fish the Low Sho
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5-Day Outlook as of 3/25/24
We received a bunch of snow in the last 48 hours. Temperatures are still cool so the river is in good shape. By Thursday of this weeks the ambient temps will be back into the 50's which muddy up the river. I would plan on fishing the Low Sho earlier this week to be safe.
Techniques & Tips as of 3/25/24
Nymphs fished under an indicator with a floating fly line have been consistent trout producers. Dark and or two tone streamers - For example, Sex Dungeons, Mini Peanut Envys, Trevor's Sculpin, Scupzillas, Rabbit Zonkers are working great. Keep an eye out for midges and BWO's during the heat of the day.
Local Species Available January through December
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Cutthroat
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brown
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rainbow
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whitefish
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tiger trout whitefish
North Fork Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Bead Head Caddis Pupa | Olive, gray | 16-20 |
Midge | Tan | 4-12 |
Sparkle Dun | black or peacock | 18-24 |
Tungsten Jig Bugger | Black | 6-12 |
Sculpzilla | Tan, white, bead, bl | 4, 6 |
Peanut Envy | Black, Yellow/brown, | 4-8 |
Davy's Skating Caddis | peacock or brown | 14-16 |
TH Duracell Jig | red, black, olive, orange | 16-20 |
Olive/White Conehead Zonkers | Olive/white | 2-6 |
Wade's North Fork Special nymph | black, tan, purple, red | 8-14 |
North Fork Anglers's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line