The Yampa and Elk rivers are low and clear.
The tailwater of Stagecoach Reservoir, Town and Chuck Lewis are closed to fishing, but there is still plenty of fishable water in the area.
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The “tailwater,” also known as the upper Yampa, is one of the most productive stretches of river year-round. The dam keeps the flows and water temperature nearly consistent for the entire year. The DOW keeps a close eye on the water and river bank health which makes for incredible fishing.
The Tailwater is closed due to low flows. There is still plenty of fishable water in the area.
Feel free to give a call down to the shop with any questions.
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Just one mile downstream of the Stagecoach tailwaters this stretch of river can be very productive year round. This state wildlife area is about 2.5 miles of idyllic trout stream habitat. There is a high density of fish in this area so do not walk past any structure without first casting in for a try. Sight casting this stretch of river is popular.
Sarvis has been fishing great. The road is open. We have seen some fish rising to PMD’s and Caddis mid morning, and in the evenings. Feel free to give a call down to the shop with any questions.
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Flows: 45 C.F.S.
Nymphs: Hairs Ears, Caddis, Copper John, Barrs Emerger
Dries: PMDs, Caddis, Yellow Sallies, Parachute Adams, Green Drakes
Streamers: Hale Bop Leach, Slump Buster, Zonker
Flowing right through downtown Steamboat Springs, the Yampa River gives anglers miles of excellent fish-able water. Stop into the shop and we can point you in the right direction
The Yampa through town and at Chuck Lewis are closed to fishing. there is still plenty of great fishing in the area. Feel free to give a call down to the shop, or stop by and we can get you headed in right direction.
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Flowing out of the Zirkel Wilderness Area. There are just a few access points to the river starting with Christina State Wildlife Area located about 8 miles out of town. Christina is a 1 mile stretch that provides numerous long runs and solid pocket water. Browns, Rainbows, Cutthroats, Brookies and Whitefish, ranging from 12-18 inches can be found in this stretch of the Elk. The Upper Elk, north of Clark down Seedhouse road, has tons of public water access in the National Forest. Bring a small rod, attractor dry flies and 4x tippet.
The Elk is running slightly cooler than the Yampa as the Zirkels see the last of their snow melt. It is running low so find fast moving water and you’ll find the fish. Please feel free to give a call down to the shop for up to date info.
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Flows: 101
Nymphs: Zebra midge, Splitback PMD, Stoneflies
Dries: Hoppers, Caddis
Streamers: Sparkle Minnow, White Zonkers
Stagecoach and Steamboat lake are best in the early mornings and evenings. The high mountain lakes are clear of ice and cool. Give a call down to the shop for up to date fishing reports.
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