Fishing Season: Open for 2024

Root River, South Fork - MN

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

50

Driftless Flyfishing Co.'s Tip of the Week

Closed to all fishing after October 15 until January 1, 2025

Directions open in app

Map of Root River, South Fork

Water Flow Data

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Driftless Fly Shop

5-Day Outlook as of 11/18/24

clear

Techniques & Tips as of 11/18/24

Dark Nymphs deep

Local Species Available Open for 2024

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    Trout

Driftless Flyfishing Co.'s Recommended Fly Patterns

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

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Adams Classic 20-14
Elk Wing Caddis Classic 14-18
Blue Winged Olive Classic 18-16
Improved Winged K.C.'s Creature Gray 14-18
Green bead scud green 12-18
Prince nymph black 16-22
Orvis CJ Nymph Tan-Black 18-14
Bead Head Prince all 12-10

Adams

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Driftless Flyfishing Co.'s Recommended Gear

Description: About Root River, South Fork

Closed to all fishing after October 15

Nearest Airport:

Rochester, Mn

Hatches:

Blue wings, Caddis, midges, some Mayflies

Best Time to Fish:

Early and late

Best Stretch:

WMA to bridge at Choice

Best Access:

Choice-Million dollar bridge