Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
72
Orvis Westlake's Tip of the Week
You will find smallmouth close to cover this time of year. That means targeting deep water, log jams, and rock shelves with minnow type patterns. Utilizing a sink tip can be helpful for getting down deep in the larger pools.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 6/24/25
River levels are back to normal summer flows after last week’s rain. Scattered thunderstorms throughout the week could make conditions variable. With hotter temperatures here the top water smallmouth bite will be improving!
Techniques & Tips as of 6/24/25
Swing and strip streamers for smallmouth bass close to cover and in deep pools. Olive, White, and Chartreuse are great colors. Moving and covering water will help you find fish too.
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, Olive | 6, 8 |
Tunghead Stonefly | Black | 10,12,14 |
Conehead Bunny Muddler | White or Black | 6,8 |
May's Full Motion Crayfish | Orange, Peach,Chartr | 8 |
Princess Nymph | Pink | 10, 12, 14 |
Rubber legged Stonefly | Black | 8 |
Bead Head Woolly Bugger Streamer | Orange, Pink, Chartreuse | 8, 10, 12 |
Freshwater Clouser | Chartreuse/White, White/Olive | 6 |
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:
Salmon/Steelhead WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line