The Yampa is still wide open and fishing well. The Elk is starting to freeze up in spots. We have seen our best fishing mid day.
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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 has been fishing great. We have seen our best fishing from 9-3. Nymphing has been good all day and we have seen some fishing rising to Blue Wing olives mid day and on any overcast or stormy days. Make sure you are fishing 6x fluorocarbon leaders, small strike indicators and micro split shot. Try changing your depth more then your fly as these fish eat lots of different bugs but depth seems to be most important. Feel free to give a call down to the shop with any questions.
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Flows: 40 C.F.S.
Nymphs: Juju Baetis, Barr’s Emerger, Zebra Midge, Bling Midge, RS2, Top Secret, Scuds, D Midge, Bead Wing Midge
Dries: Vizadun, Brooks Sprout, Parachute Blue Wing Olive
Streamers: Jake’s Leech, Hale Bop Leech, Slump Buster.
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.
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Flows: 58 C.F.S.
Nymphs: Barr’s Emerger, Juju Baetis, Hairs Ear, Pheasant Tail, RS2, Zebra Midge, Dath Baetis, Worms, Eggs
Dries: Parachute Blue Wing Olive, Compara Dun, Brooks Sprout
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 is now open and fishing great. The fish have moved into there winter lies. Nymphing has been great all day and we have seen some fish rising to Blue Wing Olives Mid day and on any stormy or overcast days. Feel free to give a call down to the shop with any questions.
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Flows: 82 C.F.S.
Nymphs: Soft Hackles, Pheasant Tail, Patts Rubber Leg, Dark Stones, Juju Baetis, Barr’s Emerger, Zebra Midge, Worms, Eggs
Dries: Viza Dun, Parachute Blue Wing Olive, Film Critic
Streamers: Zonker, Wolly Buggers, Beldar Bugger, Crispy Critter
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 starting to freeze up in most spots. With warmer weather in the forecast it could re open this week. If you can find any open deep water the fish should be hungry. If you go be careful wading and remember to look upstream for any ice shelves breaking free and floating down. Please feel free to give a call down to the shop with any questions!
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Flows: Ice C.F.S.
Nymphs: Tung Jig Stone, Red Ass, Edwards Black, Hot Wire Prince, Copper John, Lightening Bug, Juju Baetis, TungTeaser, Brassie, Black Beauty, Hares Ear.
Streamers: Zonkers, Hare Sculpin, Beldar.
Please feel free to give a call down to the shop with any questions!
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