Owens River Gorge Trout Fly Fish Report

Owens River - CA


by The Trout Fitter Staff
9-19-2008
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Water conditions:
Water Temps: Mid 60's

Flow: 45 CFS. This is a permanent flow required to be maintained by LADWP Things are finally starting to cool down a bit in the gorge, although mid day is still a little intense. Dry fly fishing has been good , evenings being a good time to catch the caddis.

Fishing Conditions and Hatches:
Caddis and midge hatches are still predominant, although a variety of attractor patterns and hopper patterns always seem to bring up a few fish. Watch for rattlers and nettles, and be sure to carry plenty of water.

Recommended Flies:
Kaufmann's stimi #16-18, Elk Hair Caddis #14-18, Parachute Caddis #14-18, Dave's Hopper #12-14, Adams #14-20
Nymphs-
WD-40 in Olive or Black #18-20, Pheasant Tails #16-18, Z-wing Caddis #18, Tiger Midge #18-20, Hares Ear #18-20

Guides Hint: Bring your 2 each of your favorite flies and a few bottles of water. Make everything simple for the Gorge. That's the beauty of the Gorge, Simplicity!




More Reports

The Trout Fitter Reports
for Friday, September 19th, 2008

Mammoth Lakes : Mammoth Lake Basin Trout Fly Fish Report
Hot Creek: Hot Creek Trout Fly Fish Report
San Joaquin River: San Joaquin River Trout Fly Fish Report
Crowley Lake: Crowley Lake Trout Fly Fish Report
Owens River: Upper Owens Trout Fly Fish Report

The Trout Fitter Reports
for Thursday, September 11th, 2008

Mammoth Lakes : Mammoth Lake Basin Fishing Report
Hot Creek: Hot Creek Fishing Report
San Joaquin River: San Joaquin River Fishing Report
Crowley Lake: Crowley Lake Fishing Report
Owens River: Upper Owens Fishing Report
Owens River: Owens River Gorge Fishing Report
Owens River: Lower Owens Fishing Report
June Lake Loop: June Lake Loop Fishing Report
Lee Vining Creek: Lee Vinning Creek Fishing Report
Rush Creek: Rush Creek Fishing Report
Bridgeport Reservoir: Bridgeport Reservoir Fishing Report