Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
50
Doc Thompson's Tip of the Week
Good fishing mid morning through the afternoon. Flows are at a good fishable level. Some runoff coming down but very fishable. The Cimarron is one that usually handles runoff exceptionally making it a good early season stream.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Doc Thompson5-Day Outlook as of 5/22/25
Expect the Cimarron to continue to fish good overall now through the fall. Still seeing a few baetis. Still a bit early for the golden stones, usually end of May first of June.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/22/25
Better fishing has been mid morning until mid to late afternoon. Fish are starting to spread out. Fish dry-droppers flies
Local Species Available Mid April through October
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Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout
Doc Thompson's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Adams Parachute Dry Fly | N/A | 12-14 |
Stimulator | N/A | 12-14 |
Orvis CJ Nymph | N/A | 14-16 |
Witch Doctor | N/A | 16-18 |
Copper Johns | red | 14-16 |
MIcro Mayfly Nymphs | N/A | 14-16 |
Tactical TH Hot Spot Nymph | N/A | 14-16 |
Stimulator | N/A | 12-14 |
Pheasant Tails | natural | 16-18 |
Midges | gray black | 18-20 |
Doc Thompson'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:
3-Weight 8' 4" Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line