Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
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RIGS Fly Shops & Guide Service's Tip of the Week
Lower Gunnison River Fishing Report – Colorado The flows on the main stem of the Lower Gunnison have stabilized, and the fishing is heating up! Salmonflies are pushing into the upper Black Canyon, creating exciting opportunities for dry fly action. In addition to the big bugs, Golden Stones and Yellow Sallies are also emerging—and the trout are eager to take all three. Wading above the North Fork Confluence is now possible, however use caution crossing if there is rain in the forecast. Below the confluence, dry fly fishing is beginning to pick up, with small caddis and hoppers on the menu. In the morning, nymphing is key with caddis pupa, stonefly nymphs, and worm patterns. Nymphing remains consistent, but keep an eye out for rising fish during warmer afternoons.
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Water Flow Data
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RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service5-Day Outlook as of 6/27/25
Flows are back to normal, and fish are feeding heavily above the confluence of the North Fork. Weather is looking great so head this way.
Techniques & Tips as of 6/27/25
Nymphing near the edges and banks has been very effective. Some fish are rising, but with more water each da,y they have been looking down more and capitalizing on the stonefly nymphs as they move to the bank
Local Species Available Year-round
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Rainbow Trout
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Brown Trout
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Roundtail Chub
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and Flannelmouth Sucker
RIGS Fly Shops & Guide Service's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Big Sky Salmon Fly | N/A | |
Gee's Supafly Stone Dry | N/A | |
Tunghead Stonefly | N/A | |
Bead Head Stonefly | N/A | |
Vernille San Juan Worm | N/A | |
Shaky Worm | N/A |
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