Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
50
RIGS Fly Shops & Guide Service's Tip of the Week
EAST PORTAL ROAD IS CLOSED DUE TO THE SOUTH RIM FIRE AS OF 7/1025. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES. Head down stream to the lower sections of the Gunnison around Pleasure Park.
Directions open in app
Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service5-Day Outlook as of 7/22/25
BLACK CANYON NATIONAL PARK IS CLOSED DUE TO THE SOUTH RIM FIRE 7/10/25. The Gunnison River is still accessible at Pleasure Park and the South River Rd.
Techniques & Tips as of 7/22/25
Nymphing small emergers with perdigons or other attractors as your lead has been working well.
Local Species Available Spring to Early Winter
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Rainbow & Brown trout
RIGS Fly Shops & Guide Service'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:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line