Try copper johns and dark stoneflies. Swing the slow water! Intruders are on fire right now. Black and blue.
Water flow: 667 at Cole Rivers Hatchery
Visibility: 40 inches
Water temperature at mid-day: 50 Degrees F
Water condition: Clear
Best time of day to fish: All day
Best stretch: Below Lost Creek Dam to Gold Hill.
Best access point: Cole Rivers Hatchery, Casey State Park, Rouge Elk Campground, Shady Cove Bridge, Dodge Bridge, Touvelle State Park, Gold Ray Road.
Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:
Caddis, egg patterns , black and brown stone flies. Nymping best bet Copper Johns in red and chartreuse
Fish species: Trout, Steelhead, Salmon
Fishing season: Year-round: Consult regulations for more information.
Nearest airport: Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport (MFR)
Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader
Recommended fly fishing tippet: 2X Tippet
Best fly fishing rod: 10' 8 Weight Fly Rod
Best floating fly line: Salmon/Steelhead WF Fly Line
Best sinking fly line: Class V Sink Tip Fly Line
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Go to shorline that has a big drop off. Stripping flies with fast sinking lines has still been the best......
