Owens River Fish Report

Owens River - CA

by The Trout Fitter Staff
4-29-2009
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Water conditions: Great

Flow: 45 CFS. This is a permanent flow required to be maintained by LADWP

Fishing Conditions and Hatches: Good

The BWO hatches are still strong along with a big Midge hatch. Look for the BWO hatch to start around noon. Some caddis are also around in the late morning. Make sure to be aware that the snakes are pretty close to showing up. Use caution on the in/out hike and don't forget extra water

Recommended Flies:

-NYMPHS-
#18 Tiger or Zebra Midges, #16-18 Prince Nymph, #14-18 Hare??s Ear, #18 Pheasant Tail, #18 Kyle??s Super Flash PT and #18 Rock Worm

-DRIES-
#14-16 Stimi, #14-16 Royal Wulff, #16-18 Cripple BWO and Hatchmaster BWO , #18 Elk Hair or Parachute Caddis(Tan

Guides Hint: The Gorge is fishing great, but be sure to use stealth tactics.

More Reports

The Trout Fitter Reports

for Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Hot Creek: Hot Creek Fish Report
Crowley Lake: Crowley Lake Fish Report
Owens River: Upper Owens Fish Report

The Trout Fitter Reports

for Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

Hot Creek: Hot Creek Fish Report- Open year round for catch and release fishing only.
Crowley Lake: Crowley Lake Fish Report- Closed to all fishing until Saturday, April 25, 2009
Owens River: Upper Owens Fish Report- Open year round for catch and release fishing only.
Owens River: Owens River Fish Report- Open year round for catch and release fishing only.
Owens River: Lower Owens River Fish Report- Open year round.
East Walker River (CA): East Walker River Fish Report- Open year round for catch and release fishing only.