Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
69
Jim Elias's Tip of the Week
Look for faster moving water with lots of bubbles, that's where the fish are likely to be with the lower flows. I wouldn't even bother with the really deep stuff right now.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 8/12/22
The fishing has definitely been improving with all the rain we got last week. The town of Mammoth Lakes got around 2 inches of precipitation, and much more higher up in the mountains. Flows on some river flows were as much as 10 times higher after heavy rain fell last week. Crowley has started to turn around, with water temps coming down bringing more productive hatches and active fish. Temps expected to be in the upper 70s to low 80s for the coming week. Monsoon moisture returns on Tuesday, hopefully bringing us even more rain with a chance at afternoon thunderstorms the rest of the week.
Techniques & Tips as of 8/12/22
Nymphing and streamers. Might try skating a bigger caddis dry.
Local Species Available April 30 2022 - November 15 2022
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Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout.
Jim Elias's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Elk Wing Caddis | Tan | 16 |
Chernobyl Ant | N/A | 12 |
Adams | N/A | 16-20 |
Bead Head Prince | N/A | 16-18 |
Hornberg | N/A | 10-12 |
Micromayfly | Olive | 16-18 |
Bead Head Hare's Ear Nymph | N/A | 16-20 |
Higa's S.O.S. | N/A | 16-18 |
Sculpzilla | N/A | 10 |
Punk Perch | Light | 10 |
Jim Elias'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:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Trout Easy Mend WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line