Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
42
Royal Gorge Anglers's Tip of the Week
Though flows have been a moving target, fishing has been VERY good on the Tailwater the last week to ten days. Don't be afraid to throw larger flies with more water out there, but your BWO lifecycle, Midges and small Caddis will remain best producers.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 4/22/24
Full lifecycle of the BWO, and Midge will be key right now. Fish have also been on a slowly stripped or dead drifted leech. Pretty basic right now, hardest part will be finding water to fish...very busy!
Techniques & Tips as of 4/22/24
Tactical rigs with quick drop presentations. Get down in a hurry to take advantage of indicator or tight line nymphing. Dry fly fishing can be productive in the early mornings.
Local Species Available Year Around
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Rainbow Trout; Brown Trout
Royal Gorge Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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RS2 | black | 20,22 |
Sparkle Dun | black | 22 |
Bead Head Brassie | natural | 20 |
Griffith's Gnat | Peacock | 22 |
Bead Head Emerging Sparkle Caddis Pupa | olive | 16 |
Slim Shady PMD | PMD | 18 |
Rojo Midge | Red | 22 |
Sparkle Dun | Grey | 24 |
Micro Leech | Black | 16 |
Trico Spinner | Black | 22 |
Royal Gorge 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:
Trout Easy Mend WF Fly Line