Monthly Archives: May 2024

Gunpowder River Fly Fishing Report

 

The river is currently flowing at 131 cfs and the water temperature is fluctuating between 56 and 52 degrees. With the more consistent flows and the higher water temps that means the sulfur season is here! Fish are eager to rise, especially in the upper sections of the river like Falls Rd through York Rd. Throwing a sulfur dry has produced results along with a dropper off the back. Caddis nymphs have been very effective the last few weeks. Patterns such as a basic Duracell jig or a Green caddis nymph have been working best. The fish are also eating BWOs. Fishing just a standard Olive dry in a size 16-20 behind a Sulfur or just on its own had been working well. Make sure to stop in the shop to restock your fly box for the spring and summer. If you are having trouble figuring out the fish on the Gunpowder, consider doing one of our fly fishing schools or guided trips. Call the shop or visit our online store for more details.

 

 

Backwater Angler Guide Trip Gift Certificate

Backwater Angler Fly Fishing School Gift Certificate