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Truckee River Fishing Report | July 7, 2025
Report by Matt Heron Matt Heron runs Matt Heron Fly Fishing and guides the Truckee River. What is working right now Truckee River flows are near perfect in early July 2025 at 250 to 600 CFS with great color. Water temps are climbing into the high 60s, so fish mornings and evenings and carry a thermometer. Hopper-dropper rigs are the main producer as grasshoppers show up. Size 16 caddis and size 16 PMDs are the top flies. Euro nymphing is kicking out fish in the bubbles. What is the Truckee River fishing like right now?Good, with the big caveat of rising water temps. Matt Heron reports flows are near perfect at 250 to 600 CFS with great color. Mornings have fished best and evenings have been good. It is mid-July, so the biggest factor is heat and protecting the fish.What flies are working on the Truckee River in July?Size 16 caddis and size 16 PMDs are the top producers, plus crayfish patterns and Pat's Rubber Legs. Hopper-dropper rigs are the main way anglers are getting fish now that grasshoppers have shown up. These are fly patterns rather than products we carry, so match them locally.How should I rig for the Truckee River now?Fish a hopper-dropper with a deep dropper, around 30 inches or less to your nymph, using a size 16 caddis or PMD. Euro nymphing is also kicking out plenty of fish as the trout transition into the faster bubble lines with the warmer water. Focus your effort mornings and evenings.What are the water temperatures on the Truckee River?Temps are hitting the high 60s, so hoot owl closures near 68 degrees are a real concern. Take temperatures throughout the day, in quicker water at least two feet down, and give the fish a break once it warms. Colder tributaries and the main river fish best early.What is the outlook for the Truckee River?Fishing stays good into September, but heat is the story until nights start cooling. The hopper-dropper game should hold. Nocturnal stoneflies may start popping in the next few weeks into August. Watch temps and fish mornings. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Matt Heron): Flows are pretty much perfect throughout the entire river, anywhere from 250 to 600. As far as bugs go, size 16 caddis and size 16 PMDs are really what we're fishing the most of. Hopper-droppers are a really fun way to get into a fish. The biggie is watch those water temps. Mornings have been best, evenings have been pretty good.Truckee River July 7, 2025 FAQWhat are the flows on the Truckee River in July?Flows are near perfect at 250 to 600 CFS with great color throughout the entire river.What flies are best on the Truckee River now?Size 16 caddis and size 16 PMDs, plus crayfish and Pat's Rubber Legs, fished on hopper-dropper rigs.Are hopper patterns working on the Truckee River?Yes. Grasshoppers have shown up and fish are keying on hopper-dropper rigs, especially on windy days.When should I fish the Truckee River in summer?Mornings have been best and evenings good. Avoid the hottest part of the day and watch water temps.How warm is the Truckee River right now?Water temps are hitting the high 60s, close to the 68 degree hoot owl threshold. Carry a thermometer.Is Euro nymphing working on the Truckee River?Yes. Euro nymphing is kicking out plenty of fish as trout move into the faster bubble lines. Shop the Tackle Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreTruckee River Fishing Report | June 30, 2025
Report by Matt Heron Matt Heron runs Matt Heron Fly Fishing and guides the Truckee River. What is working right now Fishing is good on the Truckee River in early July 2025. A bump in flows from Tahoe City to Boca added water and a little color, spreading the trout out and making them less picky. Water temps run from the low 50s to low 60s, so fish early mornings and evenings. Subsurface tactics win: hopper-droppers, Euro nymphing, and bobber rigs with a size 16 caddis or PMD. How is the Truckee River fishing right now?Fishing is still good. A bump in flows from Tahoe City to Boca added more water and a bit of color, which spread the fish out and relaxed them. Water temps run low 50s to low 60s. Mornings produce best, evenings have picked up, and late afternoons have slowed. What flies are working on the Truckee River?Every size of caddis is out, but a size 16 caddis emerger up top or a size 16 caddis pupa below the surface are go-tos. Size 16 PMDs are still around. For big fish, throw a Pats rubber legs attractor with a size 16 caddis or PMD behind it, plus crayfish patterns. What techniques are catching Truckee River trout?Subsurface tactics are producing by far. Fish hopper-droppers, Euro nymph, and run bobber rigs, all of which put flies under the water. Dry fly fishing has been so-so, good only if you time it right. Dead drift, swing, or strip crayfish for the bigger fish keying on them. When is the best time of day to fish the Truckee River?Focus on early mornings and evenings, when water temps are coolest and fish are most active. The morning bite has been better, evenings have picked up, and afternoons have slowed now that it is July. Keep an eye on temps as the day warms. How is the Little Truckee River fishing?Flows on the Little Truckee have dropped a bit, but there is nothing to worry about with dangerously low flows. Fish are starting to move up into riffles rather than only sitting in deep, slow runs, since that water is very cold. Fish the whole river. Watch the full report From the report (Matt Heron): They bumped flows a little bit in the last week and a half, so we are seeing a bit more water from Tahoe City to Boca. That bump added a little color to the water, so the fish are not nearly as picky. We are still seeing water temperatures from low 50s to low 60s. Most of our fish are coming on hopper droppers, Euro nymphing, and bobber fishing. A size 16 caddis fly emerger is your go-to if you are seeing fish on top. Truckee River June 30, 2025 FAQ What are the Truckee River flows doing right now?Flows from Tahoe City to Boca bumped up in the last week and a half, adding water and a little color. The Little Truckee has dropped a bit but is not dangerously low. What is the water temperature on the Truckee River?Water temps range from the low 50s to the low 60s depending on location and time of day, with mornings and evenings coolest. What is the best fly for the Truckee River right now?If forced to pick one, a size 16 caddis emerger up top or a size 16 caddis pupa below the surface. Size 16 PMDs and Pats rubber legs also produce. Is dry fly fishing good on the Truckee River?It has been so-so. Bug activity dropped a bit, but if you time it right it can be really good. Subsurface tactics are producing more consistently. Should I fish crayfish patterns on the Truckee?Yes. There are crayfish everywhere this time of year, and big fish are keying on them. Dead drift, swing, or strip a crayfish pattern. Where else is fishing well near the Truckee River?The Middle Fork of the Feather, just north, has really good mornings, with tougher afternoons and a bit better dry fly activity. Who guides the Truckee River?Matt Heron of Matt Heron Fly Fishing. Shop the Tackle Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreBlackfoot River Fishing Report | June 30, 2025
Report by Ryan Stultz Ryan Stultz is the outfitter and head guide for Bent Fly Fishing in Montana. What is working right now Dry fly fishing on the Blackfoot River is good in late June 2025 even with low water. Fish a size 14 Chubby Chernobyl ant trailed by a size 16 Cornfed Caddis. Most fish are small on hot, sunny days, with the bigger trout hiding out. Salmonflies are still around. Fish early and mid-day before the sun gets high. What is biting on the Blackfoot River right now?Trout are rising well to dry flies on the Blackfoot River, though most are small fish. Ryan Stultz reported lots of fish to the boat on June 30, 2025. The bigger trout stayed hidden on a high, hot, sunny day. Salmonflies were still flying, with a few landing in the boat.What flies are working on the Blackfoot River?A size 14 Chubby Chernobyl ant trailed by a size 16 Cornfed Caddis is the go-to setup. The dry fly action was strong through early and mid-day. These are fly patterns, not products we carry, so match them from your own box or a local fly shop.What are the water conditions on the Blackfoot?The river is running low for late June, but that has kept the dry fly bite good rather than blown out. It was a hot day with the sun high. Early and mid-day fished best. Exact flows and water temperature were not specified in this report.When is the best time to fish the Blackfoot in summer?Fish early and mid-day before the sun climbs too high. On hot, sunny days the bigger trout get elusive, so the morning window is your best shot at quality fish. Ryan expects hoot owl conditions soon, which close fishing after 2 PM once water temps climb.What is the outlook for the Blackfoot River?The bite is good now but may not sustain with a hot spell settling in. Ryan expects hoot owl restrictions to arrive quickly as water temperatures rise. Go early to beat both the heat and the crowds. Longer-term conditions were not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Ryan Stultz): Today, I was on the Blackfoot River. She's low for this time of year, for sure, but the dry fly fishing was still good. Fishing a size 14 Chubby Chernobyl ant, trailing it with a size 16 Cornfed Caddis. Lots of fish came and rose to the fly today, mostly small fish. Still saw salmonflies flying around today.Blackfoot River June 30, 2025 FAQIs the Blackfoot River fishing well in late June?Yes. Dry fly fishing is good despite low water, with lots of fish rising, though most are small on hot, sunny days.What dry fly is best on the Blackfoot right now?A size 14 Chubby Chernobyl ant trailed by a size 16 Cornfed Caddis produced the most fish for Ryan Stultz.Are salmonflies still hatching on the Blackfoot?A few salmonflies were still flying, with a couple landing in the boat, but the main hatch is winding down.Why are only small fish biting?It was a high, hot, sunny day, which pushed the bigger trout to hide out. The smaller fish stayed active on top.What is the water level on the Blackfoot River?The river is low for late June. Exact flow numbers were not specified in this report.Will hoot owl closures affect the Blackfoot soon?Ryan expects hoot owl conditions soon, which shut down fishing after 2 PM once water temperatures hit the threshold for several hours. Shop the Tackle Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreFlathead River Fishing Report | June 23, 2025
Report by Capt. Ryan Stultz Ryan Stultz runs Bent Fly Fishing in Montana and reports for Catch America. What is working right now The Flathead River is fishing great, especially midday and late afternoon, with an exceptional dry-fly bite and lots of active fish. When wade fishing, work in from the inside edges and seams rather than casting straight into the middle. The Blackfoot is strong on caddis and big bugs, and the Clark Fork is producing on a big stonefly and San Juan Worm dropper. What is biting on the Flathead River right now?Trout, and the dry-fly bite has been exceptional. Guide Ryan Stultz of Bent Fly Fishing reports the Flathead is fishing great, especially midday and late afternoons, with lots of active fish willing to eat off the top. What is the best wade-fishing tip for the Flathead?Do not walk up and cast into the middle of a pretty hole, since you may cast over or stand on fish. Start at the inside edge closest to the bank, make a few casts, then step out and work each seam into the heart of the hole and the far edge. How is the Blackfoot River fishing?Well. The salmonfly hatch has dwindled a bit, but big bugs are still around and fish will eat them, and there are piles of caddis out. That keeps the dry-fly fishing strong. Focus on where bugs are hatching and fish those areas patiently. How is the Clark Fork River fishing?Solid, even on a busy day with multiple boats. The water is still high, and a dropper rig with a big stonefly on top and a San Juan Worm below was the ticket. Pheasant tail and tungsten bead jig nymphs and stoneflies were also getting eaten. What is the outlook for the Montana rivers?All three rivers are fishing great heading into summer. These are standard fly patterns rather than Catch America products, so we name them without shop links. Specific fish sizes and counts were not specified in this report. Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Ryan Stultz): The Flathead still fishing great, especially midday, late afternoons, the dry fly bite has been exceptional. Work your way into the sweet spot. You find the most inside edge closest to the bank, make the cast, maybe two or three casts, take a step out. On the Clark Fork, big stonefly up top with like a San Juan below was kind of the ticket. Flathead River June 23, 2025 FAQ When is the Flathead River fishing best?Midday and late afternoons, when the dry-fly bite is exceptional. What is the top wade-fishing tip for the Flathead?Work in from the inside edges and seams instead of casting straight into the middle of the hole. What flies work on the Clark Fork River?A big stonefly on top with a San Juan Worm dropper, plus pheasant tail and tungsten bead jig nymphs. How is the Blackfoot River fishing?Strong on the dry fly with caddis and lingering big salmonfly bugs. What kind of trout are in these rivers?Native westslope cutthroat and other river trout in northwest Montana. Who is the guide for this report?Ryan Stultz of Bent Fly Fishing in Montana. Shop the Tackle Shop Catch America Flies Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreFlathead River Fishing Report | June 16, 2025
Report by Ryan Stultz Ryan Stultz runs Bent Fly Fishing in Montana and files weekly river reports for Catch America. What is working right now The Flathead River is fishing great in mid-June 2025 despite low flows near 8,470 CFS, less than half the seasonal norm. Early morning, run a Chubby Chernobyl up top with a hot dropper like a size 12 golden tungsten bead or Pat's Rubber Legs. Later in the day, switch to dries. Purple Haze and Parachute Adams in size 12 to 14 are drawing solid surface takes. How is the Flathead River fishing right now?The Flathead is fishing great even though flows are low at 8,470 CFS, less than half of what they usually run this time of year. Ryan Stultz reports steady action early on droppers and better dry fly fishing through the back half of the day. What flies are working on the Flathead River?Early, fish a Chubby Chernobyl up top with a hot dropper, a size 12 golden tungsten bead or a Pat's Rubber Legs. As the day goes on, switch to dries. Old faithfuls like a Purple Haze or Parachute Adams in size 12 to 14 are your best bet. When is the best time to fish the Flathead River?Fish early to beat the heat and the crowds, then look for the dry fly bite to improve through the second half of the day. Ryan notes hoot owl restrictions may arrive early this year, so plan to be off the water by early afternoon. What are the other Montana rivers doing?Salmonflies are hatching daily on the Blackfoot with good dry fly eats, especially the canyon from Ovando down at 1,360 CFS. The Clark Fork is fishing great near 7,400 CFS, and the Missouri had a thick PMD hatch with fish rising by 7:30 AM. What is the outlook for the Flathead River?Flows are low and may drop further with warmer weather, so enjoy the current window. Cooler snaps can slow the bite short term but set up strong summer fishing. Water clarity and temperature were not specified in this report. Watch the full report From the report (Ryan Stultz): Flathead River running at 8,470 CFS this morning, which is a good amount of water to float, but we are less than half the cubic feet per second that we usually are. Early mornings, a Chubby up top with the hot dropper, a golden size 12 tongue bead or Pat's Rubber Legs, gets you fish. Second half of the day, the dry fly fishing is a little better. Purple Haze and Parachute Adams, size 12 to 14, would be your best bet. Flathead River June 16, 2025 FAQ What are the Flathead River flows in June 2025?About 8,470 CFS, which Ryan Stultz notes is less than half of the seasonal norm. What dry flies work on the Flathead River?Purple Haze and Parachute Adams in size 12 to 14 for the afternoon dry fly bite. What dropper should you fish on the Flathead River?A size 12 golden tungsten bead or a Pat's Rubber Legs under a Chubby Chernobyl in the early morning. Are salmonflies hatching in Montana?Yes. The Blackfoot River has salmonflies coming off every day with good dry fly action, especially the canyon from Ovando down. Is the Missouri River fishing well?Yes. A thick PMD hatch had fish rising by 7:30 AM, with a size 16 Frenchie producing on the nymph. Are there fishing restrictions on the Flathead?Ryan expects hoot owl restrictions may come early this year, meaning anglers off the water by early afternoon. Exact dates were not specified in this report. Shop the Tackle Shop Fly Fishing Gear Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreTruckee River Fishing Report | June 16, 2025
Report by Matt Heron Matt Heron runs Matt Heron Fly Fishing and guides the Truckee River. What is working right now The Truckee River is in near-perfect summer shape in mid-June 2025, with flows dropping and water temps in the 50s to low 60s. Bugs are everywhere: Golden Stones, Yellow Sallies, PMDs, caddis, and Green Drakes. A size 16 PMD emerger is a go-to on top. Fish are eating on every technique, from dry-dropper to Euro nymphing. Pack a thermometer. What is the Truckee River fishing like right now?Excellent. Matt Heron reports flows, color, and temperatures are just about perfect throughout the entire system from Lake Tahoe down to Boca. Water temps have been in the 50s all day, creeping into the low 60s by evening. Fish are eating on nearly every technique right now.What bugs and flies are working on the Truckee River?Big Golden Stones just started, Yellow Sallies and PMDs are everywhere, caddis run size 20 to 14, and Green Drakes started this week. A size 16 PMD emerger is a go-to on top. These are fly patterns rather than products we carry, so match them locally.What techniques are producing on the Truckee River?Just about everything: bobber fishing, dry-dropper, dry fly, Trout Spey, and Euro nymphing. There are tons of fish in the bubbles right now, so working the fast water pays off. The Green Drakes are big enough to bring quality fish to the top, so do not be afraid to blind cast a big dry.What are the water temperatures on the Truckee River?Temps have been in the 50s almost all day, creeping into the low 60s in the late afternoon and evening. Below Boca the canyon is running around 1,000 CFS, high for mid-June but fishing great. Start carrying a thermometer, since the river shuts down near 68 degrees to protect fish.What is the outlook for the Truckee River?Conditions are prime now, but a hot week is coming, so watch water temps closely. Hoot owl closures near 68 degrees are still a few weeks off, maybe a month if lucky. The Little Truckee is running high near 500 CFS. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Matt Heron): Flows on the Truckee are really good from Lake Tahoe all the way downstream to Boca. Temps are absolutely perfect, in the 50s almost all day, creeping into the low 60s in the late afternoon. Every bug you can imagine is popping. We are literally catching fish on every technique you can imagine: bobber fishing, dry-dropper, dry fly, Trout Spey, Euro-nymphing.Truckee River June 16, 2025 FAQIs the Truckee River fishing well in mid-June?Yes. Flows, color, and temperatures are near perfect throughout the system, and fish are eating on every technique.What flies are working on the Truckee River now?Golden Stones, Yellow Sallies, PMDs, caddis size 20 to 14, and Green Drakes. A size 16 PMD emerger is a go-to.What are the water temperatures on the Truckee River?In the 50s most of the day, creeping into the low 60s by evening. Carry a thermometer as it warms.Do I need a thermometer on the Truckee in summer?Yes. The river shuts down near 68 degrees to protect fish, so check temps in the afternoons and evenings.What are the flows below Boca on the Truckee?The canyon below Boca is running around 1,000 CFS, high for mid-June but producing excellent fishing.Is the Little Truckee fishing well?It is running high near 500 CFS. A dam maintenance project may cut flows very low later in summer. Shop the Tackle Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreMontana Fly Fishing Report | June 14, 2025
Montana rivers are fishing unusually well for June, with the Flathead, Missouri, Blackfoot, and Clark Fork all producing.
Learn moreLake Almanor Fishing Report | June 9, 2025
Report by Capt. Bryan Roccucci Bryan Roccucci runs Big Daddy's Guide Service on Lake Almanor and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Bryan Roccucci's tackle. What is working right now Lake Almanor trout are on a hot spring bite in early June 2025. Capt. Bryan Roccucci is high-speed trolling at 15 to 35 feet, running fast at 3 plus mph. Pull Trigger spoons and Junior Optimizers loaded with Brown Town scent. The chartreuse and gold Trigger has been getting hammered. What is biting at Lake Almanor right now?Rainbow trout are on a hot spring bite. Capt. Bryan Roccucci reports prime conditions with cool mornings, warm afternoons in the low to mid 80s, and light surface ripples. The visibility is good and bugs are hatching, which has the trout feeding aggressively across the lake.What depth are the trout holding at Lake Almanor?Bryan is fishing high in the water column, from 15 to 35 feet. That is where the high-speed trolling bite is happening right now. Run your Trigger spoons and Junior Optimizers fast through that 15 to 35 foot band and cover water to find the aggressive fish.What lures and speed are working at Lake Almanor?High-speed trolling is the technique. Bryan runs Trigger spoons, Junior Optimizer spoons, and spoons fast at 3 plus mph, loaded with Brown Town scent. The chartreuse and gold Trigger has been getting hammered the last few days.How is Bryan rigging and presenting at Lake Almanor?Fast troll at 3 plus miles an hour from 15 to 35 feet. Bryan tips his Trigger spoons and Junior Optimizers with Brown Town scent for extra strikes. Match the day, but the chartreuse and gold Trigger has been the standout color.What is the outlook for Lake Almanor?Prime. The water is fantastic, visibility is good, and bugs are hatching, and the forecast looks solid. Bryan sees nothing on the horizon to stop the bite. Now is a fantastic time to get up to Lake Almanor. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Bryan Roccucci): We're mainly using the high-speed trolling techniques, still running those spoons, those triggers, those Optimizer Juniors, 15 to 35 feet, running them fast, three plus miles an hour, loading them up with Brown Town scent. Especially the last few days, the chartreuse and gold trigger has just been getting hammered by these fish.Lake Almanor June 9, 2025 FAQHow deep are the trout at Lake Almanor in early June?Trout are holding from 15 to 35 feet, where the high-speed trolling bite is happening.What trolling speed works at Lake Almanor now?Fast, at 3 plus miles an hour. Bryan is high-speed trolling for aggressive spring trout.What lures are best at Lake Almanor right now?Trigger spoons and Junior Optimizers loaded with Brown Town scent. The chartreuse and gold Trigger is hot.What scent is Bryan using at Lake Almanor?Brown Town scent, loaded onto his spoons and Optimizers to draw more aggressive strikes.What color is best at Lake Almanor now?The chartreuse and gold Trigger has been getting hammered over the last few days.Is now a good time to fish Lake Almanor?Yes. Conditions are prime with hot spring action, good visibility, and a solid forecast. Shop the Tackle Trigger Spoon Junior Optimizer Spoon Brown Town Scent Shop Capt. Bryan Roccucci's Tackle Shop Trout Gear
Learn moreMissouri River Fishing Report | June 9, 2025
Report by Ryan Stultz Ryan Stultz is the outfitter and head guide for Bent Fly Fishing in Montana. What is working right now The Missouri River in central Montana is top-notch for dry fly fishing in early June 2025. PMDs are popping from about 10 AM on, bringing big rainbows and browns to the surface all day. Fish a light 4 or 5 weight rod with small dries at rising heads. Stay mobile and hunt for feeding fish. What is biting on the Missouri River right now?Big rainbows and brown trout are feeding on the surface. Ryan Stultz calls the Missouri top-notch right now, proving itself every day. PMDs are popping and there are plenty of rising heads to cast at from about 10 AM through the rest of the day. It is prime dry fly season.What flies are working on the Missouri River?Small dry flies matched to the PMD hatch are the play. Pale morning duns are the main event from mid-morning on. These are fly patterns rather than products we carry, so match the PMD hatch from your own box or a local fly shop.What rod should I use on the Missouri River?A light 4 or 5 weight rod with a small dry fly is ideal for casting at rising rainbows and browns. The delicate presentation matches the PMD hatch and the wary fish sipping on the surface. Stay mobile and target active heads for the best action.When is the PMD hatch on the Missouri River?The pale morning duns start popping around 10 AM and the surface action continues the rest of the day. That mid-morning window is when the dry fly fishing turns on. Watch for rising heads and match the hatch. Exact water temps were not specified in this report.What is the outlook for the Missouri River?The dry fly fishing is proving itself daily and should stay strong through the PMD window. Ryan notes conditions across Montana are unusually good thanks to a decent snowpack and little spring rain. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Ryan Stultz): I'm currently guiding on the Missouri River in central Montana. This river is top-notch, and it's proving itself every day right now. The PMDs are just popping, the dry fly fishing. There's heads to cast at from about 10 a.m. the rest of the day. Cast your little four or five weight with a nice small dry at big rainbows and browns.Missouri River June 9, 2025 FAQIs the Missouri River fishing well in early June?Yes. Ryan Stultz calls it top-notch, with strong dry fly action for rainbows and browns every day.What is the main hatch on the Missouri River now?Pale morning duns (PMDs) are popping from about 10 AM through the rest of the day.What size rod is best on the Missouri River?A 4 or 5 weight rod with a small dry fly is ideal for the PMD hatch and rising fish.What species are biting on the Missouri River?Big rainbows and brown trout are feeding on the surface.What time does the dry fly bite start on the Missouri?Around 10 AM when the PMDs start popping, and it continues the rest of the day.Does Catch America carry PMD flies for the Missouri?Specific PMD patterns for this river are not specified in this report. Match the hatch from your own box or a local fly shop. Shop the Tackle Shop Trout Gear
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