Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
55
West Branch Angler's Tip of the Week
Look for rising fish. The hatches have been excellent
Directions open in app
Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
West Branch AnglerRay Ottulich Guide Service
Cross Current Guide Service
5-Day Outlook as of 10/3/23
Look for rising fish
Techniques & Tips as of 10/3/23
Dry fly fishing, swinging wets, nymphing, streamers
Local Species Available Open
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Trout
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Browns and Rainbows
West Branch Angler's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Sparkle Dun | BWO | 18-22 |
CDC Mayfly Emerger | BWO | 18-22 |
Sparkle Dun | Slate Drake | 10-14 |
CDC Mayfly Emerger | Slate Drake | 10-14 |
Spent Caddis | Tan | 16-18 |
Hackle wing Spinner | Rust | 12-18 |
CDC Comparadun | Lt Cahill | 14-16 |
Rosenbauer's CDC Rabbits Foot Emerger | BWO | 18-22 |
Hackle Wing Spinner | Ginger | 14-18 |
Slate Drake Usual | Iso | 10-12 |
West Branch Angler'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:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line