Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
53
Savage River Angler's Tip of the Week
Flows are good. Blue quill hatch has begun. Look for the best dry fly action after lunch and into the afternoon and evening. Cloudy days are best for the quills.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Savage River Angler5-Day Outlook as of 5/2/24
The weather looks pretty stable so the flows should remain good. Some rain Saturday. Quills will continue pretty much daily. Report fishing violations to MD DNR Police 1-800-628-9944.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/2/24
Small nymphs and mayfly mergers for the quills. Streamers and tight lining are generally effective as well.
Local Species Available All year
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Wild brown and brook trout a few rainbows swim up and come over the spillway.
Savage River Angler's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Elk Wing Caddis | N/A | 12-14 |
Lynch's Double D Streamer | N/A | 12-14 |
Orvis CJ Nymph | N/A | 20-24 |
I Can See It Midge Fly | N/A | 20-26 |
Lightning bug | N/A | 18-20 |
streamers | sculpin | |
Tunghead Pheasant Tail Jig | N/A | 14-18 |
Adam's Purple Parachute | N/A | 16-20 |
caddis | Cinnamon | 12 |
Midge larva and pupa | Olive,Black, red | 18-24 |
Savage River Angler's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
4-Weight 10' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Double Taper Trout Fly Line