Taylor River - CO

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

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The Taylor River at the Catch and Release section (AKA C&R) is at 75 CFS. We are expecting hold there for the foreseeable future. Dry fly fishing is very technical, with size 18-24 flies being the mainstay. The sought after dry fly hatches (drakes, caddis, stone flies) are done, and the PMD hatch is wrapping up. Mole Flies, Foam Wing or CDC Wing RS2’s, Massacre Midge’s, Timmy emerger, Adult midges and Parachute Adams are all great patterns to work with if you want to dry fly fish. Nymphing will remain your most productive method as the hatches are sporadic and vary from day to day. Great presentation is key; with flies in the 18-24 size range such as, Black Beauties, Zebra Midges, Slim Flashback Pheasant Tails, RS2 and Jujubee Midges have all been top producers. Don't hesitate to try out some surprising patterns as well; A size 18-22 rainbow warrior can have surprising results! Long light leaders and tippet along with yarn indicators or small 'bobbers' will keep you from spooking fish. Spawning season for the Rainbow and Cutthroat is over, and the Brown Trout is just around the corner, however, keep an eye out for Redds or spawning beds and do your best to not walk through them. Enjoy the wonderful Summer days before they are gone! The Taylor River at Almont is currently sitting at 115 CFS. With the warm temperatures and sporadic clouds and rain the canyon is fishing pretty good. We've had recent reports and experience of mixed hatches including Trico, Caddis, and some Duns, which will continue to proceed up the Taylor and is getting towards the top. Anglers are reporting great success fishing subsurface emergers during the hatch. Some of our favorite nymph patterns during this time of the year are Jigged Hares Ear (sz 14-18) Two Bit Hookers in light or dark olive, HDA Variant, Frenchie's and Spanish Bullets. Emerger patterns such as soft hackles or cripples are also seeing action. A few of our favorite dry flies currently are the Bionic Ant, Parachute Adams, Stimulator in Royal, Chubby and Stubby Chubby, Royal Wulffs and Extended body Mahogany duns. A micro Peanut Envy, or Baby Double Gonga in black or olive have been great streamers as well this year. Thanks for keeping em' wet!

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