The slower moving water is good fishing on the Lower Owens

Owens River - CA


by The Trout Fitter Staff
6-16-2011
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Water Conditions:

Flows are getting better at 346 cfs as of 6/16.

Fishing Conditions and Hatches:
Good, despite higher flows, the fish are active and fishing is generally good if you pick your spots and look for slower moving water. Yellow Sallies are out.

Recommended Flies:

NYMPH:

Buckskin Caddis 16, Burks Infrequents 16/18, Zebra 20, Yellow Sally 16

DRIES:
#16 Parachute Adams, #18 Hatch Matcher PMD , Extended Body BWO, Elk Hair Caddis #18

STREAMERS:
Yellow Wooley Buggers