Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
36
Willowfly Anglers's Tip of the Week
The Upper Gunnison River has been hovering around 700 - 1200 CFS depending on the stretch. With the latest cold front, the river has cleared up and there is around 24" of visibility. The weather forecast is calling for cold nights through this next week, so there should not be any major bumps in flows the next few days. Nymphing and streamers have been fishing the best, with patterns such as Pat's Rubberlegs, San Juan Worms, Blowtorch, Chartreuse Eggs, and Jigged Pheasant Tails finding success. Double Gonga in Tan/Yellow, Black Slumpbuster, and Lil Kim Copper have all been producing. If you are to wade fish the Gunnison, take caution on the time of day you are out, as flows will begin to rise in the late afternoon, and peak in the early morning each day. Floating will be the best way to cover water. Have fun, respect and enjoy this amazing fishery!
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 5/15/24
Cold weather is in the forecast. Expect slightly lower flows and clear water. If wading, be cognizant of the time of day you are on the water, as flows will increase in the late afternoon and peak early morning each day.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/15/24
Nymphing, Streamers
Local Species Available April through October
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Trout
Willowfly Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Quasimodo Pheasant Tail | Natural | 12-20 |
RS2 | Grey | 18-22 |
Hot Head Euro Pheasant Tail | Natural | 14-20 |
Tunghead Soft Hackle Hare's Ear | Olive | 12-22 |
Mercury RS2 | Grey | 18-22 |
Pat's Rubberlegs | Brown | 8-12 |
Vernille San Juan Worm | Pink | 14 |
Tunghead Pheasant Tail Jig | Natural | 14-18 |
Egan's Frenchie | Natural | 14-18 |
Two Bit Hooker | Red | 14-18 |
Quasimodo Pheasant Tail
This little dropper has all the bells and whistles of the best nymph flies.
2.49
Item #69AP
Willowfly Anglers'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