Cold weather is slowly rolling in with the occasional warm day mixing things up. Fall fishing can be as tricky as it is good because of this variability. The river is moving at an average of 56 CFS with a steady temperature of around 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Furthermore, river height is averaging 1.72 ft. It is important to keep in mind that the height gauge does not factor in deep pools so the water will be much deeper in certain sections. I have found that the warmer days bring with them good conditions for dry fly fishing. We have switched almost entirely from elk hair caddis to October caddis in favor of their bright orange coloration true to the caddis we see this time of year. In addition, tricos are still proving to be very effective on these days as well. On colder days I have been throwing almost entirely wet flies. Don’t count out the dry dropper rig though. Nymphs, midges, and streamers have all produced fish on these days. Pheasant tail nymphs and wooly buggers are the stars of the show. Black colored buggers have been very productive in deep pools where the water is not as clear. This coloration stands out well in dark / murky water allowing fish to spot the fly with ease. If you fish at dawn or dusk, you will want some bright colored streamers as well for a similar reason. When light levels are low the fish have trouble seeing flies. Thus, bright colors give you a better chance of catching the attention of a trout. Come visit the shop to grab some flies or book a guided trip. Good luck out there!
