East Walker River Fish Report

The Trout Fitter Staff

Report Date:

http://www.thetroutfitter.com/fshreport.html

Water Conditions;Cold

Daytime temps have increased to the 70's in the last few days. Water temps have finally hit the 50 degree mark and is clear. The flows are still in the low at 75 cfs.

Fishing Conditions and Hatches: Slow

The fish are sluggish with the cold nights and the water from the reservoir is very cold. Look for deeper holes and slow runs for the fish to hide.
Baetis and Midges are a main stay for the fish on the Walker. There are a few Stones moving in the lower parts of the river. Make sure to have a few on hand.

Recommended Flies:

-NYMPHS-
#12-18 Hares Ear#20-18 Miracle Nymph, #18 Frostbite Chironomidae, #16-20 Soft Hackle PT, #16-18 Surface Emerger, #18 Kyle's Super Flash PT, #16-20 Black Beauty, #14-18 Prince Nymph # 14-18 Serendipity's and #18-20 Tiger Midges
-DRY FLY'S-
#16-18 Parachute Adams, #12-16 Stimi, #18-20 Ext Body BWO, #18-20 BWO Sprout and #16 Parachute Caddis

Guides Hint: Fishing later in the afternoon will probably produce more action than in the morning.

More Reports


The Trout Fitter Reports
for Sunday, May 4th, 2008
Lake Crowley Perch Fly
Crowley Lake

The Trout Fitter Staff

Report Date:

I once said that the Punk Perch was the best overall fry imitation for stripping and hanging under an indicator......

Read More


ABOUT US

Fly Fishing Reports is the newest member of the SportfishingReportsTM Network of fish reports, boats, landings, guides, locations and more. We open our doors to the Fly Fishing outdoor enthusiasts who have a passion for the sport.