Dry Fly Fishing:
Dry fly action has been steady, with thick hatches of Tricos, Caddis, and PMDs, plus a strong hopper presence throughout the river. Right now, Tricos, Caddis, and Hoppers are the main event and should stay that way into late August. Clear Wing Trico Spinners, big Elk Hair Caddis, and just about any cleanly-drifted hopper are producing well. Don’t be afraid to twitch a hopper at the start of your drift to coax those selective risers. With hot weather in the forecast, expect the best dry fly fishing early in the morning, tapering off around midday.

Nymphing:
Mornings remain prime time for nymphing as trout feed hard below the surface during the hatches. Zirdles, Frenchies, jigged Pheasant Tails, and Twisted Caddis are all solid choices. Running a hopper-dropper rig is a great way to cover water and connect with opportunistic fish. As the day heats up and trout slide into deeper, slower water, the bite tends to slow—often a good time to give them a break or switch to dries for a change of pace.

Streamer Fishing:
Streamer anglers have had success with different approaches depending on conditions. On bright days, flashy patterns like the Kreelex and Sparkle Minnow are drawing strikes. When clouds roll in, more natural tones shine—the Goldie and Peanut Envy in tan, olive, or natural have been especially hot when stripped tight along deep banks or through slow inside seams.

Reminder:
Afternoon water temps are creeping up. Keep a thermometer handy, limit handling, and give the fish a rest during the peak heat of the day to keep them healthy.