The winter chill is finally losing its grip on the high plains, and spring is officially just around the corner on the Bighorn. For those of us who couldn’t wait for the thaw, the reward has been worth the numb fingers. Fishing has been very good across the system. The river is currently transitioning into its most productive Spring phase, offering that classic Bighorn consistency that keeps our reels screaming and the crowds thin. Read more...
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Well, it happened. The lake turned over and the river is GREEN. Not terrible green, but it’s green! We’ll need some very cold nights to expedite the colored water coming through, so it might be a bit.
Despite all of that, our guides and local anglers are having good success. The streamer bite is still on and nymphing has been solid enough. Read more...
We might get lucky this year and have no lake turnover, which equates to no green river water! It’s getting late enough in the season, it should’ve happened by now, but strange things can happen. We’ll keep you posted!
Overall, fishing has been excellent. With the cooler, cloudy weather, the streamer bite has been really good. Read more...
The fishing is hanging in there and Fall is in full effect. It’s a great time to visit the Bighorn, especially if you like a little solitude!
It’s mostly a nymph and Streamer deal at the moment, but it’s been good. Big Orange Scuds, Sows (tailwaters/carpets), and various little perdigons are getting fish in the net. Read more...
We’re getting into transition mode which is typical for this time of season. The Summer hatches of Caddis are winding down and each day has been a bit different, but Fishing has been very solid overall. We’ve resorted to mainly nymphing and streamer fishing, but there are still a handful of fish rising. Read more...
Fall is quickly approaching the Bighorn Valley. The mornings are cooler, making the morning fishing a bit slower, so don’t rush getting out on the water. The big crowds have let up a bit as the whole river is fishing well and pressure has dispersed. It appears as our Caddis are becoming a bit more sporadic and we’re still waiting on Tricos. Read more...
What a great Summer season it’s been and it’s not over yet! We’re rolling into the month of September strong – Caddis are very abundant throughout the whole system. We’re seeing the largest bug activity on the upper 6 miles or so of the river. The river is staying clear and cool, which the Bighorn trout are really liking! Read more...
We’ve got it all going on! Black Caddis, PMD’s, Sallies and some Tan Caddis. The best bug activity is happening below 3 Mile access, but expect more bugs on the Upper river shortly. It’s very busy out there, but the fishing is excellent!
Subsurface the nymph gang is doing well with Tailwater Sows, Carpet Bugs, SH Rays, Split Case PMD’s, Frenchies, Hot Spot PMD’s and a variety of pheasant tail themed patterns. Read more...
Flows have dropped to 2000 cfs as of 2 days ago. Water clarity remains excellent throughout most of the river, though anglers should be aware that there’s still a significant amount of moss present in the lower sections. Keep your bugs clean and they’ll eat!!
The PMD’s just started, though some inclement weather over the past couple days has kept the surface activity subdued. Read more...
We’re starting to turn the corner toward productive Summer fishing the past few days. Water temps are warming just a bit and the fish are ready for the oncoming bugs. We’re seeing a good amount of PMD nymphs moving around, which tells us the main event is just around the corner! Read more...