Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
72
Alvin Dedeaux's Tip of the Week
As we move into summer, there are a lot of options available to catch fish on the Colorado River. Early mornings will be the best time to fish slow and low with sinking tip lines and weighted flies. As things warm up weighted streamers on floating lines should produce. As the heat of the day warms the water a few fish are starting to eat poppers.
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Water Flow Data
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All Water Guides5-Day Outlook as of 6/30/25
The Lower Colorado River Authority is releasing water for downstream irrigation. The river may be muddy. Check the flow before heading out.
Techniques & Tips as of 6/30/25
Time to leave the sinking lines at home. As the water warms during the summer. Fis early and late to take advantage of cooler temperatures and the opportunity for some topwater action. As the day warms plan on fishing subsurface patterns.
Local Species Available Spring
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Black Bass
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White Bass
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Catfish
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Freshwater drum
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buffalo
Alvin Dedeaux's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Gulley Fish | N/A | 2 |
Gulley Ultra Craw | N/A | 2 |
Rattlin' Baitfish | olive | 4 |
Gulley Fish | pearl | 3/0 |
Clouser Minnow | yellow and white | 2 |
Clouser Minnows | chartreuse and white | 2 |
Alvin Dedeaux'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:
7-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Freshwater Bass WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line