Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Temp:
67°
Water Temp:
50
River Run Outfitters's Tip of the Week
Lots of rain and running two units They just shut down the five flood gates that had been running for several days today. With the rain we had earlier today and projected for tomorrow, there is a possibility that they will open them back up in the next couple days. There are a few places downstream where one can do some wading, but there is no wading up near the dam. The drift boats are the solution there. Special Notice, if you plan to come to Taneycomo or any cold water state managed trout stream in Missouri.....LEAVE YOUR FELT SOLE WADING BOOTS AT HOME. Missouri banned porous sole boots on March 1, 2012.
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River Run Outfitters5-Day Outlook as of 5/16/24
Expect some more rain late today. How long the flood gates remain open will depend on how much rain we get. Temperatues in the 70s and low 80s. With this rain, be sure to fish red or cerise San Juan worms. If you have access to a boat and can find slack water, the midge dropper (Ruby 2 or black copperhead) will work under the big ruby. Mop fly in cream and red San Juan worm gave been working in the high water. Best stripping patterns the JQ streamer with a holographic green crackleback or a natural sculpin pattern with a sinking leader or sink tip line. When in doubt, you can always call us for an update or keep checking the schedules and real time for generation. A link to that formation and phone numbers is available on our website. (Click on River Run Outfitters at the top of the page and the link to "Visit our Website" for current trip reports and pictures an generation schedules.)
Techniques & Tips as of 5/16/24
Nymph style fishing with midges mainly with small gray or tan scuds and sow bugs and egg patterns. Overcast day try the black copperhead midge was working. Ruby 2 is always a safe bet. Pulling streamers, JQ, tiger tail, black wooly bugger or a holographic green crackleback on a sunny day.
Local Species Available Year Round (Prime: April 1 - November 30)
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Rainbow and Brown Trout
River Run Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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tiger tail | olive | 12 |
tungsten bead midge | red | 16 |
ruby midge | holographic red | 12-18 |
CQ wooly bugger | olive | 8 |
River Run Outfitters'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:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line