Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
59
Angler's Lane's Tip of the Week
Outflows from Gathright dam have continued at a steady flow. Hopper action is still in progress. Water flows from dam just dropped to 220, which is still generous considering inflows. Nymph fish if no action on top--caddis and beatis imitations and some stoneflies. Use heavier nymphs to get down deep. BWO's, little yellow stoneflies, sulfurs and caddis. Sulfurs are hatching occasionally. Be sure to exercise caution and patience when fishing the Jackson nowadays. We have a pretty good pulse on where the fish are. Sure could uses some rain. Contact Anglers Lane for a trip &/or overnight on the Jackson https://www.anglerslane.com/stonesthrow-on-jackson.htm Anglers Lane has been guiding the river since 2005. We guide the river year-round (many others lay off the river in mid-summer and winter).
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
The Homestead5-Day Outlook as of 9/25/23
Fairly stable near-term outlook. Check outflows closely at https://www.nao-wc.usace.army.mil/nao/projected_Q.html More info on flows and tailwater at https://www.anglerslane.com/stonesthrow-on-jackson.htm Guided trips available at 434-385-0200
Techniques & Tips as of 9/25/23
Use nymphs fairly deep (euro nymphing works well) with focus on stoneflies and caddis patterns. BWO and caddis patterns sporacically on top. Streamers immitating alewives and sculpins especially in deeper pools. See Hatch info below. Anglers Lane can provide details, as this format is great for everything but flies, leaving room for only 4 flies not in typical Orvis lineup! Ask for "Jackson River nymph selection of the week" when you call us.
Local Species Available all year, March - December best
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Rainbow
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Brown trout
Angler's Lane's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Adam's Purple Parachute | N/A | 10-16 |
Tunghead Hot Spot Pheasant Tail Jig | N/A | 14, 16 |
Hopper | N/A | 6, 8,10 |
Vernille San Juan Worm | N/A | 20 |
Green Monster (Anglers Ln exclusive) | Green or Gold | 12, 14, 16 |
Perdigon | Copper | 12-14 |
Sulphur Parachute | N/A | 6 8 |
Indicator Parachute - Trico | N/A | 16-18 |
Quill Jig | Purple | 12, 14 |
Torins | N/A | 16, 18 |
Adam's Purple Parachute
Tie on this deadly purple parachute dry fly to show trout something unique.
2.49
Item #7R6K
Angler's Lane'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