Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
58
Doc Thompson's Tip of the Week
Both the RCCLA Costilla (Rio Costilla Fishing Area) and Valle Vidal Costilla area fishing. Good flows, good water conditions. Fish dries and might need to add a dropper in the deeper pools and runs.
Directions open in app
Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Doc Thompson5-Day Outlook as of 8/27/25
Costilla usually fishes good through the summer into mid to late September. Hoppers, mayflies, caddis, and still seeing some stoneflies.
Techniques & Tips as of 8/27/25
Lately have been fishing a mix of dry flies, and dry-droppers.
Local Species Available Valle Vidal Section opens July 1 each year. RCCLA open all year but fishes mid May through Sept
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Cutthroats and Cuttbows
Doc Thompson's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Hopper | N/A | 12-14 |
Elk Wing Caddis | N/A | 14-16 |
Adams Parachute Dry Fly | N/A | 14-16 |
TH Duracell Jig | N/A | 14-16 |
Hot spot nymphs | N/A | 16 |
Caddis Larva | N/A | 14 |
T.H. Soft Hackle Caddis Pupa | N/A | 14-16 |
Orvis CJ Nymph | N/A | 16 |
Midge Larva | N/A | 16-18 |
SJW | N/A | 14-16 |
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:
4-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line