Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
67
NW Outfitters's Tip of the Week
Low water but still fishing okay for end of August. Look for the riffle water and get out earlier in the day.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 8/26/25
A little cooler weather this week will help.
Techniques & Tips as of 8/26/25
Dries, droppers, streamers all are good. A big dry with a dropper is a great way to prospect thru the faster water. Smaller ants, beetles, and pmd's when the fish are in the flatter water.
Local Species Available Year Round (Prime: June - October)
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Primarily Westslope Cutthroat Trout
NW Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Adam's Purple Parachute | purple | 12-16 |
Sparkle Dun | yellow, rusty | 12-16 |
Stimulator | olive, yellow, orang | 8-16 |
Elk Wing Caddis | tan, brown | 16-18 |
Sparkle Minnow | olive, yellow/brown | 4-6 |
Dali Lama | olive/white, white, | 6 |
TH Duracell Jig | purple, brown | 12-16 |
Indicator Beetle | black, green | 12-16 |
Rubber leg nymphs | black, olive, brown | 8-12 |
Sculpzilla | natural, olive | 6-8 |
Adam's Purple Parachute
Tie on this deadly purple parachute dry fly to show trout something unique.
2.49
Item #7R6K
NW Outfitters's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
PowerTaper WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line