Taylor River - CO

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

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The Taylor River below Taylor Park reservoir , aka the C&R, is currently holding steady flows of 450 cfs. Fishing at the C&R has overall been very good, with mysis, eggs, baetis, stones, and midges all in play. There are fish spawning so please be aware of redds and avoid fishing and wading in the shallow gravel areas. If you are unsure what a redd is, do a quick google image search before heading to the C&R. The redds will be the lightly colored gravel areas, mostly found around the USGS cable upstream of the bridge. Please resist the temptation to cast at rainbows sitting on redds. The future of this amazing fishery depends on us letting spawning fish do their thing in peace! Top flies at the C&R have been midge pupas, midge adults, juju baetis, and various mysis patterns. As always use your polarized sunglasses to find actively feeding fish before just blind casting. a stealthy approach and long leader are imperative to success at the C&R. Crowds lately have been increasing with the nicer weather. At this busy tailwater remember to be courteous of your fellow anglers! We’re all out there to have fun, so pass along some kindness on the water. Downstream of the C&R in Taylor Canyon, fish are starting to spread out into pockets and bankside eddies with the increased flows. Midges, stonefly nymphs, worm patterns, and attractor jig nymphs have all been effective lately. Dry fly activity is sporadic at best still, but keep an eye out for suspended or rising fish in the warmer afternoons. Streamer fishing has been pretty good with a slow retrieve, targeting deeper pockets and pools.

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