Fishing Season: Year round

Yampa River - CO

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

40

Steamboat Flyfisher's Tip of the Week

The Yampa river is fishing great! The flows are rising and the water is getting dirty, but the fishing has still been productive. Give a call down to the shop anytime for suggestions and up-to-the-hour info! 970-879-6552

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Map of Yampa River

Water Flow Data

5-Day Outlook as of 5/12/25

Fishing has been consistent and should remain that way.

Techniques & Tips as of 5/12/25

Nymphs: Barr's Emerger, Pheasant Tails, soft hackles, dark stoneflies, eggs and worms. Dries: BWO extended body, and midges. Streamers: Zonker, Bunny Leech, mini Dungeons. 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, Stagecoach State Park Tailwater.

Nearest Airport:

Hayden, HDN

Hatches:

Nymphs:BWO, and midges. Dries: bwo Streamers: Sculpin, baitfish.

Best Time to Fish:

10am -5pm

Best Stretch:

Town, Sarvis and the Tailwaters