Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Temp:
35°
Water Temp:
45
Savage River Angler's Tip of the Week
Euro stuff is the best bet with the high flows. With the spillway flow as of 8:30 am on Friday the lower savage is swollen. It’s around 1000 cfs and will fluctuate with more rain expected.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Savage River Angler5-Day Outlook as of 4/12/24
More wet weather and high winds. Not looking good. Report fishing violations to MD DNR Police 1-800-628-9944.
Techniques & Tips as of 4/12/24
Nymphing and streamers for sure but on the right day with the flows down like they are, you can occasionally find a few fish taking midge adults and midge emergers on top.
Local Species Available All year
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Wild brown and brook trout a few rainbows swim up and come over the spillway.
Savage River Angler's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Elk Wing Caddis | N/A | 12-14 |
Lynch's Double D Streamer | N/A | 12-14 |
Orvis CJ Nymph | N/A | 20-24 |
I Can See It Midge Fly | N/A | 20-26 |
Lightning bug | N/A | 18-20 |
streamers | sculpin | |
Tunghead Pheasant Tail Jig | N/A | 14-18 |
Adam's Purple Parachute | N/A | 16-20 |
caddis | Cinnamon | 12 |
Midge larva and pupa | Olive,Black, red | 18-24 |
Savage River Angler'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:
4-Weight 10' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Double Taper Trout Fly Line