Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
45
Jim Mitchell's Tip of the Week
Nymphing is the best option. With rubber legs with droppers, Perdigons, and Lighting bugs.
Directions open in app
Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 12/16/24
Floating is not recommended. Wading is good
Techniques & Tips as of 12/16/24
Nymphing
Local Species Available Year Round Below Star Falls(catch and release Dec 1 - 3rd Saturday in May)
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Cutthroat
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Rainbow
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Brown
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Brook & Bull Trout
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Mountain White Fish
Jim Mitchell's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Tunghead Hot Spot Pheasant Tail Jig | Yellow/Orange | 14-18 |
Bead Head Prince | Peacock | 12-14 |
Adams | Purple | 12/20 |
Adam's Purple Parachute | Tan | 14/16 |
Chubby | Purple | 10/14 |
La Fontaine Sparkle Pupa | Tan Brn | 14/16 |
Double Bunny | Olive/White | 6/2 |
Quigley Cripple | PT | 16,14,12 |
Tunghead Hot Spot Pheasant Tail Jig
A barbless jig-style hook makes this pattern ride hook up, providing a snag-free drift.
2.99
Item #3R7G
Jim Mitchell'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:
6-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Clear Sink Tip Fly Line