Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
60
Dane Law's Tip of the Week
Spend a few days on the Cumberland river with us now through October. We are winding down trout fishing here for a while. Check the flows from Apalachia powerhouse and fish under favorable conditions.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Southeastern Anglers5-Day Outlook as of 7/21/25
Plenty of rain lately. Summertime southeastern tailwater flyfishing! Good flow rates. We are doing a few striper and smallmouth trips here which are not bad if you are into this. 07/21/25 Call Dane 770-655-9210
Techniques & Tips as of 7/21/25
Drift boat on the upper river. Dry flies, dry droppers, and smaller streamers. Most fish coming in on the droppers or nymphs. Streamers are hot.
Local Species Available Year round
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Rainbow Trout
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Brown Trout
Dane Law's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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guides choice | N/A |
Dane Law'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:
6-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