Big Thompson River

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  1. Chubby Chernoble  

  2. Ant  

  3. Pheasant Tail  

  4. Yellow Sally  

  5. Hopper  

  6. Prince Nymph  

  7. Woolly Bugger  

  8. RS-2  

  9. Parachute BWO  

  10. BWO  

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Sep 24 Estes Angler

Big Thompson - Canyon
Updated

Updated 9/25/23. The flows into Lake Estes are currently 41 cfs. As of this post current flows out of Lake Estes are now running at 48 cfs. Current temp below Olympus Dam was 60 degrees. Fishing continues to be very good from the spillway on down the canyon to Loveland. Patts Rubber Leg, Chenille worms, Prince Nymphs, Electric caddis, Olive Tickets, Soft Hackle Sow Bugs, Sparkle wing RS2 and Foam head RS2, Copper Johns, Pheasant tails, Hares ear, Two Bit Hooker, Poison Tung and Zebra midges are working well. Think Small! Dry flies include Chubby Chernobyls, Hippie Stompers, Parachute Adams, Elk/Deer hair caddis, Deer Hair Ants, Mole Flies, Yellow Sally, Griffiths Gnat, BWOs and Ext BWOs. Wooly Buggers try Black, Olive, Thin Mints.

This report was written by Estes Angler: http://www.estesangler.com
970-586-2110

Sep 24 St. Peter's Fly Shop

The flows on the Big Thompson have been steady around 50 cfs the last couple of weeks. Dry flies have been producing really well recently. BWO's, caddis, and midges have been the main hatches we have been seeing on the Big T. There are still a few hoppers and terrestrials along the rivers edge, so throwing small chubby chernobyl and hopper patterns will continue to produce until the fall weather sets in. When the fish are eating dries off the surface, a double dry fly rig is a great way to fish. A larger dry in the front will help you see where the smaller one behind it is. Nymph rigs and dry droppers will find some fish when they aren't actively rising. Smaller caddis and BWO nymphs such as The Ticket #14-18, Juju Baetis #18-20, and #18-22 Sparkle Wing rs2. Let us know if you have any questions or looking for more info on fishing the Big Thompson!

Dries: Chubby Chernobyl #8-16, Morrish Hopper #8-12, Amy's Ant #10-14, Adams#16-24, Para Winger BWO #18-20, Rocky Mountain Mint #16-18, Tailing Midge #20, Griffith's Gnat #18-22, CDC Baetis Dun #20-22, Mole Fly Olive #20-22, Ext. Body Blue Winged Olive #18-22

Nymphs:: Prince Nymph #10-16, Copper John #18-22, Flashback Scud Olv. #14-16, Sparkle Wing Rs2 #18-22, Jig Baetis #18-20, Splitback Shady BWO#16-18, Two Bit Hooker #16-#18, Copper Rib RS2 #18-22, Flossy Worm #14-18, Theos Spark-a-lid #12-16, Pheasant Tail #18-22, Sparkle Worm pink or purple #8

Streamers:: Thin Mint #8-12, Beldar Bugger #8, Sparkle Minnow #8, Hot Head Leech #10, Black Wooly Bugger #10, Mini Peanut Envy, Cousin It Sculpin, Baby Swim Coach, Mini Peanut Envy #6.

The 2022 season on the Big Thompson was an absolute blast! Give us a call at (970) 498-8968 to book your guided trip.

This report was written by St. Peter's Fly Shop: http://www.stpetes.com
970-498-8968

Sep 17 Estes Angler

Big Thompson - Canyon
Updated

Updated 9/18/23. The flows into Lake Estes are currently 56 cfs. As of this post current flows out of Lake Estes are now running at 48 cfs. Fishing continues to be very good from the spillway on down the canyon to Loveland. Prince Nymphs, Electric caddis, Olive Tickets, Soft Hackle Sow Bugs, Sparkle wing RS2 and Foam head RS2, Copper Johns, Pheasant tails, Hares ear, Two Bit Hooker, Poison Tung and Zebra midges are working well. Dry flies include Chubby Chernobyls, Hippie Stompers, Parachute Adams, Elk/Deer hair caddis, Deer Hair Ants, Mole Flies, Yellow Sally, Griffiths Gnat,BWOs and Ext BWOs. Wooly Buggers try Black, Olive, Thin Mints.

This report was written by Estes Angler: http://www.estesangler.com
970-586-2110

Fly Shop Directory

Website: https://elkhornflyrodandreel.com
Phone Number: (970) 227-4707
Address: 3121 W Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537
Website: http://www.estesangler.com
Phone Number: 970-586-2110
Address: PO Box 1703, 338 W. Riverside Dr., Estes Park, CO 80517
Website: http://www.estesparkmountainshop.com
Phone Number: 970-586-6548
Address: 2050 Big Thompson Ave, PO Box 4079, Estes Park, CO 80517
Website: http://frontrangeanglers.com
Phone Number: 303-494-1375
Address: 629B S. Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305
Website: http://www.kirksflyshop.com
Phone Number: (970) 577-0790
Address: 230 East Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517
Website: http://www.rockymtanglers.com
Phone Number: 303-447-2400
Address: 1904 Araphoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302
Website: http://www.sasquatchflyfishing.com/
Phone Number: 970-5863341x1153
Address: 2515 Tunnel Road Estes Park, CO 80511
Website: http://www.stpetes.com
Phone Number: 970-498-8968
Address: 202 Remington Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Website: http://troutsflyfishing.com
Phone Number: 303-733-1434
Address: 1303 E. 6TH Ave, Denver, CO 80218