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 perfect for wading. Clarity is excellent for this time of year and the fish are active. 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 12/18/24

Fishing has been consistent and should remain that way. The brown trout and White fish are spawning so watch out for beds and spawning fish.

Techniques & Tips as of 12/18/24

Nymphs: Barr's Emerger, Pheasant Tails, soft hackles, 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

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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