The flows are slowly moving up and are currently around 120 cfs. Nice for this time of year and fishing has been good all along the Cal section. I suggest you venture downstream below the "miracle mile" and cover the less trafficked water. At current flows and water temps the fish will spread out and re-locate from the deep holes and runs immediately below the dam.

Try nymphing with #18-20 crystal caddis larva or emerger patterns. A flashback PT or Assassin bird's nest will also work well until you see the mayflies come off near mid-day. BWO or PMD adults # 16-18 will get you looks on the top. Para midges are not the easiest adult dry fly to fish, however they are deadly for the more selective wild fish that have seen a few presentations in their time.

Guide Tip:
You may not get big numbers if you fish a crayfish imitation right on the bottom in the larger pools here, however what you will hook will be worth the effort. The bigs on the EW eat crayfish and if it is a trophy you want stick to the mini lobsters and have some patience.