Yampa River, Colorado Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions
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Yampa River, Colorado Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions
My tips of the week
Yampa town is closed due to low flows. The tailwaters and sarvis are fishing well. Fish the high country (Flattops, Elk River). Terrestrials and small bead head PTs have been a good combo. Be aware of COVID-19 restrictions!
Fishing Conditions

Fly Fishing Yampa River is currently Excellent

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby:
Bucking Rainbow Outfitters

Water flow: 45 cfs tailwaters, 90cfs town

Visibility: 36 inches

Water temperature at mid-day: 38 Degrees F

Water condition: Clear

Best time of day to fish: mid morning

Best stretch: Tailwaters of Stagecoach,

Best access point:

Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:

hoppers, ants, caddis, bwo

Fish species: Trout

Fishing season: fall

Nearest airport: Hayden, HDN

Person Fishing in a stream

Techniques & Tips

bluewings, streamers, hopper and ants on upper yampa.

7-Day Forecast

Mornings getting cooler. Fall fishing is good right now.


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