Fishing Outlook & Conditions
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River Run Outfitters's Tip of the Week
Water running 24/7. However, pretty stable level. Starting to see a change in generation schedule. The next few days will show what the trend will be. We are almost a power pool so we should not see as much generation as we have experienced this past two month. If you have a boat, find slower water below breaks. Fishing definitely picking up. 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 7/21/25
Weather looks good. There will be a change in the generation schedule over the next few days. Not certain what the trend will be. Today they had only one unit running until 9:00 a.m. When in doubt, you can always call us for an update or keep checking the schedules and real time for generation 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 7/21/25
With the moving water, Cerise San Juan worms. If you can find a seam or slack water, strip streamers like the JQ streamer with a size 12 holographic green trailer. On an overcast day would also be good stripping a black wooly bugger. Nymph style fishing with midges is always a safe bet. Overcast day try the black copperhead midge and you know, the Ruby 2 is always a safe bet. Biggest problem will be getting it down to the fish with the water movement. If you can get them down, you will catch fish.
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