The Crooked River has been fishing well. Nymphing has been the most consistent method for picking up fish throughout the day. Smallish (16-18) caddis and mayfly nymphs will get the job done. Scuds are also a favorite on the Crooked. As far as dry flies go, caddis will be important to have in case you find yourself in the right place at the right time and having a variety of colors and sizes will serve you well. Swinging soft hackles and small streamers is also a fun and effective way to get some grabs. 

 

Recommended Dries: Purple Haze #18-20, Winkers Midge Black #18-24, Stillborn Midge #18-20, Chubby Chernobyl Black #14-16, Tilt wing PMD #16, Hackle Stacker PMD #14-16, Tilt Wing Dun Mahogany #14, Black Stimi #14-16, CDC Thorax PMD #16-18, Hackle Stacker BWO #16-20

Recommended Nymphs: Peacock Jimmy Legs #10-12, Perdigon Purple #14-18, Physco Prince #14-18, Two Bit Hooker #16-20 Red or Black, Trina’s BWO Angel-case Emerger #16-20, Tail Water Tiny TB Olive #18-22, BWO Biot Emerger #18-20, Soft Hackle Olive #16-20, Zebra Midge #18-20, Olive BH Scud #16 - 14, Olive or Tan Sparkle Pupa #16-18, Nitro Caddis Pupa #16-18