San Miguel River Fishing Report

San Miguel River - CO


by Duranglers Crew
6-26-2023
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SAN MIGUEL RIVER NEAR PLACERVILLE, CO

  • Flow: 639 ft³/s
  • Water Level: 5.56 ft

USGS Falling

Flows are high, but dropping, and fishing will pick up with the dropping flows

High-water nymph rigs will be your friend should you try to fish.  Stoneflies, worms, cranefly larva, etc.  Dry droppers are also an option.

Nymphs: Copper Johns 12-18, Orange Crush, Zebra Midge 18-20, BHFB Pheasant Tails 14-18, Guide’s Choice Hairs Ear 12-16, Barr’s Graphic Caddis 14-18.  SJ Worms, Pat’s Rubberlegs #6-12.

Dries: Chubbies 8-12, Amys Ant 10-14, Stimulators 8-14.


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