Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
46
John Way's Tip of the Week
Lots of big High water but there are fish to be had. Think the soft pockets especially above the west fork.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Firehole RanchMadison Valley Ranch
The Tackle Shop Outfitters
Long Outfitting
Fins & Feathers
Montana Hunting and Fishing Adventures
5-Day Outlook as of 6/20/22
Lets keep this snow melt coming so the river comes down quicker. Salmon flies soon
Techniques & Tips as of 6/20/22
Deep nymphing and streamers
Local Species Available Year Round (Prime: April 15 - October 15)
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Rainbow Trout
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Brown Trout
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Mountain Whitefish
John Way's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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TH 20 Incher | olive | 10 |
Micro Egg | yellow | 10 |
Fly Formerly Known As Prince | Olive | 14 |
Tunghead Stonefly | black | 8 |
Rubber legs | Black | 10 |
Gomie worm | Red | 10 |
Tunghead Hare's Ear Flashback | Olive | 14 |
Chuck and Duck Sculpin | olive | 8 |
Lightning bug | Silver | 14 |
CDC Prince | Peacock | 14 |
John Way'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:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line