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.
Directions open in app
Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Doc Thompson5-Day Outlook as of 7/2/25
Except Costilla to continue fishing through the summer into about mid to late September. Seeing various caddis, stoneflies, hoppers and mayflies
Techniques & Tips as of 7/2/25
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 |
Stimulator | N/A | 12-14 |
The Doculator | N/A | 12-14 |
Elk Wing Caddis | 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