Fishing Season: Year round

Yampa River - CO

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

42

Steamboat Flyfisher's Tip of the Week

THER TAILWATERS, SARVIS, CHUCK LEWIS AND TOWN ARE ALL CLOSED until further notice. Give a call down to the shop anytime for suggestions and up-to-the-hour info! we recommend fishing early and up high at the bear river in the flat tops. 970-879-6552

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Map of Yampa River

Water Flow Data

5-Day Outlook as of 7/13/26

Fishing has been great this week. The Yampa river's transition into spring is shaping up quite nicely. Watch for obstructions in the water as the flows rise and continue fluctuating. With the high level of clarity, smaller patterns have proven to be successful.

Techniques & Tips as of 7/13/26

Nymphs: BWO's, Midge's, Pheasant Tails, soft hackles, RS2's. Dries: Extended body BWO, midges, small chubbies, ants, caddis, and beetles. Streamers: Zonker, Bunny Leech, Mini Dungeons, sparkle minnows 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

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: Caddis, BWO's, midges, golden stones. Dries: Caddis, BWO's, midges, and Golden stones. Streamers: Sculpin, baitfish and leeches.

Best Time to Fish:

10am -5pm