Crooked River Fish Report for 4-16-2020
Crooked River Fishing Report
Crooked River - Prineville, OR
by Orvis Company
4-16-2020
Recent bump in flows! Nymphing tactics will work best. Be prepared for some hatches (BWOs, most importantly) anytime from 11am till 3pm.. Double nymph rigs with small mayfly imitations, midges, worm patterns, eggs, scuds, and leeches or buggers on the swing have been productive.
Water flow: 250 CFS
Visibility: 9 inches
Water temperature at mid-day: 44 Degrees F
Water condition: Slightly Turbid
Best time of day to fish: Aftrenoons, Evenings
Best stretch: 10 mile stretch below Bowman Dam
Best access point: There are many access points on the Crooked, as the Hwy parallels the river for over 15 miles
Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:
BWO, Midge.
Fish species: Rainbow Trout and Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Fishing season: Open all year
Nearest airport: Roberts Field Airport (RDM), Redmond, Oregon
Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader
Recommended fly fishing tippet: 5X Tippet
Best fly fishing rod: 9' 4 Weight Fly Rod
Best floating fly line: WF Trout Fly Line
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