Posted by Bighorn Fly and Tackle

Current Report
Fishing remains excellent despite more snow!

Special Report
Water is crystal clear the entire upper 30 miles, and fishing is very good to excellent.

One-Week Fishing Forecast
Moderate weather forecast for this week, although over night temperatures are in the low teens . Highs in the upper 30's. A bit more snow is expected this week. Check road conditions before heading out!

Hatch Info
Blue Wing Olives have been hatching, and some days have been quite heavy. Its just a matter of having the luck to hit the right day. Midges continue to hatch daily, of course.

Hot Fly Patterns
Flashy Streamer patterns such as Bighorn Buggers, Pumpkin Buggers and Leech patterns in sizes 2-6. Also the usual Ray Charles (plain and soft hackle) in pink or gray (16-18), orange, tan, grey, or pink soft hackle sowbugs in (14 16 and 18) scuds in orange or pink (14-16). Egg patterns in Chartreuse or Orange (6-8).

River Flows
2,775 cfs

Water Temperature
39 degrees at 3 Mile 41 degrees at St. Xavier