Fishing Season: Year round

Yampa River - CO

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

58

Steamboat Flyfisher's Tip of the Week

The Yampa is running low and clear. Town and Chuck Lewis are now open and fishing lights out!  The tailwater is still closed, unfortunately, but, hopefully that opens up soon. Give a call down to the shop anytime for for suggestions and up to the hour info! 970-879-6552

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Map of Yampa River

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Tidal Conditions

5-Day Outlook as of 10/18/21

Snow and rain in the forecast. High of 50, Low of 20

Techniques & Tips as of 10/18/21

With overnight lows driving down the stream temps, we have seen our best fishing from 9AM-4PM. We have seen many fish rising to blue wing olives and some mahogany duns on any overcast or stormy days. If fish aren't rising, try nymphing the deep pools and runs as fish are moving into their slower fall, and winter lies. The river is low and clear so make sure you are using long 5-6x leaders. Please feel free to give a call down to the shop anytime for more detailed info or any questions you have about fishing our valley. 970-879-6552

Current Conditions as of 10/18/21

Snow and rain in the forecast. High of 50, Low of 20

Local Species Available Year round

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    Trout

Steamboat Flyfisher's Recommended Gear

Description: About Yampa River

The Yampa River at Sarvis Creek State Wildlife Area, Town and the Chuck Lewis State Wildlife Area

Nearest Airport:

Hayden, HDN

Hatches:

Nymphs: Hairs Ears, RS2, Pheasant Tail, Copper John, Barrs Emerger, Zebra Midges Dries: B.W.O.'s, Mahogany's, Midges Streamers: Hale Bop Leach, Slump Buster, Zonker

Best Time to Fish:

9am -4 pm

Best Stretch:

Town and Cuck Lewis