Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
40
Rocky Mountain Outfitters's Tip of the Week
Middle is fishing GREAT! Lower is fishing good. flows are higher as it is peak water demand this week and next and then will taper down. Even with the off color water its still good!
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Rocky Mountain Outfitters5-Day Outlook as of 7/10/25
More PMDS on the menu. Drakes are up above hwy 40 now.
Techniques & Tips as of 7/10/25
Nymphing has been the most productive. The Lower has seen more rising fish then the middle overall. The flows increasing on the middle might knock down the hatch some but still lots of bugs.
Local Species Available year round
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Trout
Rocky Mountain Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Rouse's J-Dub Sow Bug | natty | 18-20 |
RS2 | black | 18-22 |
Sparkle Dun | peacock | 18-20 |
Magic Midge | black | 22 |
miracle midge | cream | 18-24 |
rainbow warrior | rainbowy | 22 |
Vernille San Juan Worm | black, red, olive | 14-12 |
Flashback Hares Ear Nymph | natty | 18-22 |
flash back Pheasant Tail | natural | 18-20 |
mean green caddis | chart/black | 18-20 |
Rouse's J-Dub Sow Bug
One of the hot flies on Arkansas' White River, this sowbug imitation is sure to perform.
2.49
Item #3R7T
Rocky Mountain 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:
Trout Easy Mend WF Fly Line