Driftless Area - IA

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Temperature 30°

Temp:

30°

Water Temp:

59

Mat Wagner's Tip of the Week

Very low and clear water out there! Be stealthy!

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Map of Driftless Area

5-Day Outlook as of 3/26/24

A little moisture and some cloud cover all week long.

Techniques & Tips as of 3/26/24

Scuds and leeches slowly fished below the riffles. We're starting to see some olives hatching later in the day.

Local Species Available

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    Brown

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    Rainbow and Brook Trout

Mat Wagner's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Tunghead Pheasant Tail Jig N/A 18

Tunghead Pheasant Tail Jig

You'll want this proven jig fly pattern on hand at all times.

Mat Wagner's Recommended Gear

Description: About Driftless Area

Driftless Area of NE Iowa

Nearest Airport:

La Crosse Wisconsin, Madison Wisconsin, Decorah Municipal

Hatches:

Terrestrials BWOs

Best Time to Fish:

All day