Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Temp:
51°
Water Temp:
54
Dane Law's Tip of the Week
Starting to see some better flow windows. Great time to fish the Hiwassee river.
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5-Day Outlook as of 4/22/24
Won't be long now. High water with some short windows for fishing. Potential for larger trout on streamers. Weekends are starting to receive better flows. 04/22/24
Techniques & Tips as of 4/22/24
Be prepared for various techniques. Indicator nymphing and streamers as well as dry fly and dry droper.
Local Species Available Year Round
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Rainbow
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Brown
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and Brook trout
Dane Law's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Bead Head Brassie | Green | 18 |
T.H. Soft Hackle Caddis Pupa | Green | 14 |
Bead Head Woolly Bugger Streamer | white | 8 |
Hoppers | Varies | varies |
Wooly Bugger | Varies | varies |
guides choice | N/A |
Dane Law'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:
6-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line