Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
60
Sunrise Anglers's Tip of the Week
Emerald Green water in canyon with prime sight fishing conditions … approaching ideal flows in the canyon
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 8/10/22
Watch for the rubber hatch below Idaho Springs
Techniques & Tips as of 8/10/22
classic pocket water, larger pools and runs require a slower approach when throwing drys, high sticking, or indicator nymphing
Local Species Available All year
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Browns
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Rainbows
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Cutts
Sunrise Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Stimulator | Gold | 10,12 |
Flying Ant | Dark | 14, 16 |
Elk Wing Caddis | Tan | 14, 16 |
I Can See It Midge Fly | Blk | 22 |
Comparadun | Brown | 14, 16 |
Glass Midge | Peacock | 20, 22 |
Chernobyl Ant | Orange | 12, 14 |
Bead Head Soft Hackle Pheasant Tail | Dark | 18 |
Any grasshopper | Any | 10-16 |
Rs2 | Yellow | 14,16 |
Sunrise Anglers'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:
Double Taper Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line