Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
51
Orvis Carmel's Tip of the Week
Keep your drift right on the seam of fast/slow water and make sure your bobber (yes, we said it) is attached to your leader at the proper depth! You'll want to fish the seam between fast/slow water to target feeding trout. The trout will hold in the slower water looking for food in the faster water. We'll occasionally have fish taking dry's on top, but the hatches can be sporadic. With the water being so cold, think small fly’s. We like 18-24 in sizing, and 5x 7x tippet.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 4/28/25
Water Levels have raised abruptly, uncertain when they will drop again. Rain in the forecast does not look to be anytime soon. I would look elsewhere to fish.
Techniques & Tips as of 4/28/25
With the rainfall and rising water temps, stripping a woolly bugger or leech pattern is ideal. Nymph rigs with small midges or Higas SOS are usually effective. Don't be afraid to try soft Hackle as well.
Local Species Available Year Round
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Brown and Rainbow Trout
Orvis Carmel's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Schroeder's Hi-Vis Hopper | olive | 18 |
Bank Beetle | Black | 20-22 |
Purple Haze | purple | 18-22 |
Micro Egg | Red | 18-22 |
Sow Bug | cream | 18-22 |
WD-40 | Olive | 16-18 |
Flashback Scud Wet Hare's Ear | natutal | 16-20 |
Woolly Bugger | white | 10-14 |
Stimulator | Yellow | 12-16 |
Midge | White or Black | 18-22 |
Orvis Carmel'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:
4-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Clear Sink Tip Fly Line