Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
40
Nick Streit's Tip of the Week
The water has begun to freeze in the Pecos canyon. Look to start fishing the Villanueva State Park.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
The Reel Lifet5-Day Outlook as of 1/11/23
Fishing in the canyon can only be done in sunny spots with breaks in the ice. Villanueva State Park has been stocked and the weather looks good.
Techniques & Tips as of 1/11/23
Midges, worms, and tight line nymphing deeper pools.
Local Species Available Year Round
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Brown Trout
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Rainbow Trout
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Rio Grande Cutthroat
Nick Streit's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Rojo Midge | red | 18-22 |
Micro Egg | red | 16-18 |
Sparkle Dun | grey | 18-20 |
Adams | grey | 18-20 |
yoda | grey | 20 |
master windu | purple | 20 |
Flashback Baetis Nymph | olive | 18 |
Flashback Baetis Nymph | grey | 18 |
master skywalker | chartruse | 20 |
Micro May | Olive | 16-20 |
Nick Streit'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:
4-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Clear Sink Tip Fly Line