Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
57
Deep Canyon Outfitters's Tip of the Week
Do not bother fishing dry flies, but caddis nymphs will do great, as will stonefly nymphs. Don't be afraid to dredge those bugs below an indicator.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 9/26/25
Fishing should continue to be solid sub-surface and steelhead/salmon have officially made it all throughout the system. October Caddis have also shown their faces in the lower part of the river and are making there way upstream.
Techniques & Tips as of 9/26/25
If they aren't constantly eating on the surface, dry-droppers with a buoyant golden stone or salmonfly pattern will work wonders. Nymphing deep and further from the banks is also suggested.
Local Species Available Some closures. Check local regulations.
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Rainbow trout and Steelhead
Deep Canyon Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Tunghead Stonefly | N/A | |
Bead Head Giant Stone | N/A | |
Schultzy's S4 Sculpin | N/A | |
x-caddis | olive | 16-18 |
elk hair caddis | Olive/Tan | 16-18 |
Jig-styled nymps | N/A | 16 |
sparkle pupa | olive/tan | 16-18 |
Tunghead Stonefly
If you fish stonefly nymphs, you'll want to have several sizes of these bottom bumpers.
2.99
Item #139J
Deep Canyon 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