Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
70
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Tip of the Week
1. Dry Droppers have been the best 2. Fish the slow inside bends and deeper pools 3. The creek is on the rise and float season is on the horizon!
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 7/9/25
The water on Rock Creek is low and getting warmer. The temps are hitting 70 at mid day so look at morning and evening to be the best times to get out there. Lots of dry fly action with purple haze, yellow sallies, and PMDs.
Techniques & Tips as of 7/9/25
The earlier you get out the better. Look for nymphs and streamers to be working early. Mid morning the water warms up and the hatches start so a dry dropper is the move.
Local Species Available Year round; some tributaries closed December 1-third week of May. Check regulations before fishing.
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Cutthroat
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rainbow
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cutt-bow
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brown
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bull
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some brook trout
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and whitefish.
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Tunghead Pheasant Tail | N/A | 12-16 |
Adams | Brown | 12-14 |
Bead Head Hare's Ear Nymph | N/A | 12-16 |
Stimulator | Orange | 6-10 |
Chubby | Olive | 10-14 |
TJ Hooker | Coffee | 10-12 |
Elk Wing Caddis | Tan | 14-16 |
Adam's Purple Parachute | N/A | 12-16 |
Perdigon | Black/Red | 16-18 |
Tunghead Pheasant Tail
Adding tungsten beads to mayfly patterns is relatively new.
2.99
Item #144J
Blackfoot River 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:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line