Big Thompson River

It's early November and we have already received snow fall and cold temperatures. Despite the weather being difficult, we still have a good amount of clear water coming out of Lake Estes as well as some beautiful weather balancing out the cold. Fishing 5 and 6x tippet is still necessary and will be as long as the water is so low. Fish have started eating smaller, more natural looking bugs and in some cases you will be faced with a fun challenge. Classic patterns such as Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tails in sizes 18-20 have always been reliable. Baetis and smaller mayfly nymphs are a great way to grab attention and seal commitment in clear water. You will benefit from fishing midges and emergers a lot more this time of year as well. We can look for some Blue Wing Olives in the late mornings and throughout the afternoon as it cools down again. Rocky Mountain Mints in a size 16-20 are a unique take on classic patterns used to move a lot of fish but bigger BWO's have also been our main hatches in the early mornings and on those cooler cloudier days. Remember: it's key to have nymphs, emergers, and adults when fishing a hatch. Imitating the correct stage of an insect's life cycle can be the difference between frustration and elation!

You can still fish streamers as well when it we get into the winter months. Don't be afraid to try some larger, flashier streamers in the higher water and deeper runs. Be ready with a couple of Thin Mints or Mini Peanut Envys for the fish looking for some meat. Both dead drifting and swinging these is a fast and effective way to cover the water. Trying something new on the water can often be a fun strategy to save the day when those fish are being stubborn!

Give the shop a ring if you have any questions!

Recommended Flies

Dries :: Irresistible Adams #18-22, Sparkle Flag BWO #16-20, Mole Fly #16-22, Ext. Body Bwo #16-20, CDC Baetis Dun #16-20, Mole Midge #22-24, Eric's Hi-Vis Midge #20-24

Nymphs:: Black/Green Poison Tung #20-22, Rainbow Warrior's #18-20, Olive and Red Two Bit Hooker 's#16-18, Foam Wing RS2 #18-22, Sparkle Wing RS2 #18-22, Biot Midge Emerger #20-22, WD-40's #18-22, Juju Baetis #18-22, Pure Fire Midge Red #18-20

Streamers:: Thin Mint #8-12, North Platte Spiders, Mini Dungeons, Sparkle Minnow #8, Hot Head Leech #10, Black & Red Zonker #10

To Book your Guided Trip please contact the shop at (970)498-8968. Come Fly Fish Rocky Mountain National Park!

It's early November and we have already received snow fall and cold temperatures. Despite the weather being difficult, we still have a good amount of clear water coming out of Lake Estes. Fishing 5 and 6x tippet is still necessary and will be as long as the water is so low. Fish have started eating smaller, more natural looking bugs and in some cases you will be faced with a fun challenge. Classic patterns such as Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tails in sizes 18-20 have always and will always work. Baetis and smaller mayfly nymphs are a great way to grab attention and seal commitment in clear water. You will benefit from fishing midges and emergers a lot more this time of year as well. We can look for some Blue Wing Olives in the late mornings and throughout the afternoon as it cools down again. Rocky Mountain Mints in a size 16-20 are a unique take on classic patterns used to move a lot of fish but bigger BWO's have also been our main hatches in the early mornings and on those cooler cloudier days. Remember: it's key to have nymphs, emergers, and adults when fishing a hatch. Imitating the correct stage of an insect's life cycle can be the difference between frustration and elation!

You can still fish streamers as well when it we get into the winter months. Don't be afraid to try some larger, flashier streamers in the higher water and deeper runs. Be ready with a couple of Thin Mints or Mini Peanut Envys for the fish looking for some meat. Both dead drifting and swinging these is a fast and effective way to cover the water. Trying something new on the water can often be a fun strategy to save the day when those fish are being stubborn!

Give the shop a ring if you have any questions!

Recommended Flies

Dries :: Irresistible Adams #18-22, Sparkle Flag BWO #16-20, Mole Fly #16-22, Ext. Body Bwo #16-20, CDC Baetis Dun #16-20, Mole Midge #22-24, Eric's Hi-Vis Midge #20-24

Nymphs:: Black/Green Poison Tung #20-22, Rainbow Warrior's #18-20, Olive and Red Two Bit Hooker 's#16-18, Foam Wing RS2 #18-22, Sparkle Wing RS2 #18-22, Biot Midge Emerger #20-22, WD-40's #18-22, Juju Baetis #18-22, Pure Fire Midge Red #18-20

Streamers:: Thin Mint #8-12, North Platte Spiders, Mini Dungeons, Sparkle Minnow #8, Hot Head Leech #10, Black & Red Zonker #10

To Book your Guided Trip please contact the shop at (970)498-8968. Come Fly Fish Rocky Mountain National Park!

It's early November and we have already received snow fall and cold temperatures. Despite the fishing opportunities slimming down we still have a good amount of clear water coming out of Lake Estes. Fishing 5 and 6x tippet is still necessary and will be as long as the water is so low. Fish have started eating smaller, natural bugs and in some cases your skill level will be tested. Winter fishing can be pretty technical. Classic patterns such as Zebra Midges and Pheasant Tails in sizes 18-20 have always and will always work. Baetis and smaller mayfly nymphs are a great way to grab attention and seal commitment in clear water. You will benefit from fishing midges and emergers a lot more this time of year. We can look for some Blue Wing Olives in the late mornings and throughout the afternoon as it cools down again. Rocky Mountain Mints in a 16-20 are a unique take on classic patterns used to move a lot of fish but bigger BWO's have also been our main hatches in the early mornings and on those cooler cloudier days. Remember: it's key to have nymphs, emergers, and adults when fishing a hatch. Imitating the correct stage of an insect's life cycle can be the difference between frustration and elation!

You can still fish streamers as well when it we get into the winter months. Don't be afraid to try some larger, flashier streamers in the higher water and deeper runs. Be ready with a couple of Thin Mints or Mini Peanut Envys for the fish looking for some meat. Both dead drifting and swinging these is a fast and effective way to cover the water. Trying something new on the water can often be a fun strategy to save the day when those fish are being stubborn!

Give the shop a ring if you have any questions!

Recommended Flies

Dries :: Irresistible Adams #18-22, Sparkle Flag BWO #16-20, Mole Fly #16-22, Ext. Body Bwo #16-20, CDC Baetis Dun #16-20, Mole Midge #22-24, Eric's Hi-Vis Midge #20-24

Nymphs:: Black/Green Poison Tung #20-22, Rainbow Warrior's #18-20, Olive and Red Two Bit Hooker 's#16-18, Foam Wing RS2 #18-22, Sparkle Wing RS2 #18-22, Biot Midge Emerger #20-22, WD-40's #18-22, Juju Baetis #18-22, Pure Fire Midge Red #18-20

Streamers:: Thin Mint #8-12, North Platte Spiders, Mini Dungeons, Sparkle Minnow #8, Hot Head Leech #10, Black & Red Zonker #10

To Book your Guided Trip please contact the shop at (970)498-8968. Come Fly Fish Rocky Mountain National Park!

Say hello to October and the beloved fall fishing that everyone has been on their toes for. We have wonderful, low, clear water that provides us with some of the best sight fishing fall has to offer. 5x tippet has been necessary and sometimes 6x will have to pull through when the fish are being extra picky. As we get closer to cold weather and shorter days fish will start looking at smaller, natural bugs. Classic patterns such as Prince nymphs and Pheasant Tails in sizes 16-20 have always and will always work. Baetis and smaller mayfly nymphs are a great way to grab attention and seal commitment in clear water. We will also begin to start fishing midges and emergers a lot more this time of year. We can look for some Blue Wing Olives in the late mornings and throughout the afternoon as it cools down again. Rocky Mountain Mints in a 16-20 are a unique take on classic patterns used to move a lot of fish but bigger BWO's have also been our main hatches in the early mornings and on those cooler cloudier days. Remember: it's key to have nymphs, emergers, and adults when fishing a hatch. Imitating the correct stage of an insect's life cycle can be the difference between frustration and elation!

Fall offers some of the best streamer fishing all year! Don't be afraid to try some larger, flashier streamers in the higher water and deeper runs. Be ready with a couple of Thin Mints or Mini Peanut Envys for the fish looking for some meat. Both dead drifting and swinging these is a fast and effective way to cover the water. Trying something new on the water can often be a fun strategy to save the day when those fish are being stubborn!

Give the shop a ring if you have any questions!

Recommended Flies

Dries :: Irresistible Adams #18-22, Sparkle Flag BWO #16-20, Mole Fly #16-22, Ext. Body Bwo #16-20, CDC Baetis Dun #16-20

Nymphs:: Black/Green Poison Tung #18-20, Rainbow Warrior's #18-20, Olive and Red Two Bit Hooker 's#16-18, Foam Wing RS2 #18-22, Sparkle Wing RS2 #18-22, Biot Midge Emerger #20-22, WD-40's #18-22, Juju Baetis #18-22, Pure Fire Midge Red #18-20

Streamers:: Thin Mint #8-12, North Platte Spiders, Mini Dungeons, Sparkle Minnow #8, Hot Head Leech #10, Black & Red Zonker #10

To Book your Guided Trip please contact the shop at (970)498-8968. Come Fly Fish Rocky Mountain National Park!