Fishing Season: year round

Provo River - UT

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

40

Rocky Mountain Outfitters's Tip of the Week

Fishing has been good on both sections. The small increase in flows on the middle has knocked down the hatch for a few days until the water warms back up. But nymphing is still good to great. The lower has been fishing slightly better. Dries, streamers, swinging has all been good.

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Map of Provo River

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Rocky Mountain Outfitters

5-Day Outlook as of 5/2/25

Look for flows to increase. Fishing is still good. its about to turn into a sow bug game!

Techniques & Tips as of 5/2/25

Nymphing has been the most productive. The Lower has seen more rising fish then the middle overall. The flows increasing might knock down the hatch some but still lots of bugs. Throw some bigger sows and worms when appropriate.

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):
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

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Rocky Mountain Outfitters's Recommended Gear

Description: About Provo River

The Provo River flows from the Uinta Mountains to Utah Lake in Provo, Utah. The Provo boasts 2,500 to 3,500 fish per mile. Browns, Rainbows, and a few cutts call the Provo home. The Provo is a great river for beginners and the expert looking for a challenge. The Upper Provo is from Jordanelle Dam upstream to the headwaters. The Middle Provo is the section between Jordanellle and Deer Creek Dam, and the Lower is from Deer Creek Dam downstream Through Provo Canyon to Utah Lake.

Nearest Airport:

Salt Lake City

Hatches:

Midges More midges did see one BWO adult but its not time yet, but soon.

Best Time to Fish:

warmest part of the day

Best Stretch:

Both the middle and the lower are poppin

Best Access:

Bunny Farm, River Road South, Charelston