Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
75
Orvis Westlake's Tip of the Week
You will find smallmouth close to cover this time of year and at the bottoms of rocky pools. That means targeting deep water, log jams, and rock shelves with goby, minnow, and crawfish patterns.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 9/23/25
Flows are up this week after some much needed rain. There is more precipitation expected in the forecast so keep an eye on the live USGS charts for the most up to date streamflows, but this week is looking like a good opportunity to get out on the water!
Techniques & Tips as of 9/23/25
Swing and strip streamers for smallmouth bass close to cover and in deep pools. Olive, White, and Chartreuse are great colors. Don’t forget about carp too, they are a blast to catch on a fly rod! Drag and drop crayfish or wooly bugger style flies in front of actively feeding fish for best results.
Local Species Available Summer
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Smallmouth Bass
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Carp
Orvis Westlake's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Zonker | White | 6, 8 |
Clouser Minnow | Orange, Pink, Peach, | 8, 10, 12, |
Schultzy's S3 Sculpin | Pink, Chartreuse | 8 |
Tungsten Cone Head Woolly Bugger | Black , Olive | 6, 8 ,10 |
Woolly Bugger | Chartreuse, Black, White | 6, 8, 10, |
Tunghead Stonefly | Black | 10, 12, 14 |
Orvis Westlake'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:
7-Weight 10' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
PowerTaper WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line