Location | Upper Green River

Flows | 820 cfs

Fishing | Good to Excellent

Hatches | N/A

Time of Day | 8-4pm

Flies | N/A

Tippet | 4x

Techniques | Nymphing

If you’re traveling to Park City, Utah this summer, now is the time to think about booking your fly fishing adventure. Advance bookings are coming in at a pretty good clip and many dates are filling up. Especially, those prime dates in June and July. Speaking of prime dates, we still have several summer dates available for the Upper Green River. Inflow into Fontanelle Resevoir is forecasted to be 65% of average. We are hoping for a cool and wet summer. However, the current trend of hot and dry is more likely. It may be a short season on the Upper Green. Flow and water temps may take the late summer dates out of play for us this year. So, if you’re interested in the remaining May, June and early July dates, please reach out to us.

Feel Good Friday | Fly Fishing Fashion

It’s not “all” about the hat! However, it always pays to fish in style! Monte (pictured) is wearing vintage Filson and a comfortable combo of camo and flannel. It not only turned heads and impressed every guide on the water, but was equally functional. Monte landed a grip of trout and never felt too cold or too hot on a variable spring morning. We salute the swagger and we commend the style. It is hands down the “Best Fly Fishing Fashion” we’ve seen in Park City, Utah in a long while! Can’t wait til next time Monte!

Location | Lower Section of the Provo River

Sometimes, a picture is worth a thousand words!

The Resorts at Park City and Deer Valley are closing down this week. If you are looking to solidify your Summer ’21 fly fishing plans for Park City, now is the time to call. We have many dates available. However, the prime dates in late June and early July are starting to fill.

Please remember, “Peace before Justice” when dealing with other anglers and guides on our public waters. Be respectful and kind to others and exercise proper etiquette when approaching a run. Don’t crowd in on other people! If in doubt, communicate! Ask if its okay, if you fish near someone. Most likely, they’ll make room.

Location | Middle Section of the Provo River

Flows | 145.37 cfs at Jordanelle

Fishing | Good

Hatches | Midge and Baetis

Time of Day | 9-3pm

Flies | Midges #20-#24, Emergers and Thread Body Larvae. Baetis #20-#22, WD-40, Pheaseant Tails etc.

Tippet | 6x

Techniques | Nymphing in the morning. Dry Flies in the afternoon.

The river conditions haven’t changed much since last report. Flows are consistent, however with higher temps on the horizon I would expect a bump sometime soon. Saw a few Baetis popping on a sunny day yesterday. If we get a cloudy day it could really happen. Fish are healthy and getting more active and moving around in the water column a little more. Had some success with a light rig and soft hackles in the tail outs yesterday.

Location | Lower Section of the Provo River

Flows | 95.75 cfs

Fishing | Good

Hatches | Midges & Baetis

Time of Day | 9-3pm

Flies | Midges #20 – #24 Gray, Black, Olive and Red. Baetis #18-#22. Sow Bugs #16 – #22 Rainbow and Tan

Tippet | 6 – 7x

Techniques | Nymphing and late morning early afternoon dry fly fishing

The river has trended down slightly in flow over the past few days. Wading is very manageable and the water is clear. Fish have been hanging close to the banks. Be sure to set up a few drifts in that inside soft water before you step out too far and scatter fish. Midge hatches are sporadic and happening throughout most of the morning hours. We have started to see fish eat more baetis nymphs and have started to include several patterns in our rotation. Be patient and you will be rewarded. Last couple of a.m. trips have been consistent but not on fire. However, if you’re fortunate to be on the river around 1 p.m. you may get into the season’s first wave of blue wing hatches.

Location | Middle Section of the Provo River

Flows | 144.38 cfs release at Jordanelle Dam

Fishing | Good

Hatches | Midges

Time of Day | 9-3pm

Flies | #20-#26 gray, black, red and brown

Tippet | 6x

Techniques | Nymphing and late morning and early afternoon dry fly fishing

As you can see, not too much has changed since last report. We are seeing some more active fish and more consistent hatches of non-microscopic midges (kind of). This was the first week we noticed that it wasn’t hurting us by using slightly heavier tippet. 5.5x – 6x seemed just as effective as the 7x rigs we’ve been suffering through for the past six weeks. All midge patterns seem to still be in play, red and black have been particularly effective. Spring in Park City is starting to fully materialize. Crowds on the river have been madness and it might be a good idea to try fishing some new spots. There is a lot of river and it ultimately disservices your progress as an angler to fish the same spots every time you’re out. Twenty eight cars at the green gate below Jordanelle is too much! Please, be mindful and respectful of your fellow anglers, the fish (debarb your hooks) and the resource.

Location | Lower Section of the Provo River

Flows | 135.25 cfs release at Deer Creek Resevoir

Fishing | Good

Hatches | Midges

Time of Day | 9-3pm

Flies | #20 – #26 midges, #16 – #20 Sow Bugs and #16 – #20 San Juan Worms

Tippet | 6-7 x

Techniques | Nymphing and Dry Fly Fishing

Tube Hatch | N/A – enjoy it while you can

Temperatures are rising and Spring is fast approaching. It is one of our favorite times to be on the Lower Provo River. In fact, we believe it may be the best time to go fly fishing here in Park City, Utah! Unfortunately, we may not be the only ones that hold that opinion. Provo Canyon has been getting crowded and you may want to show up a little early to get your spot. Remember to be kind and keep those vibes positive on the river with your fellow anglers and guides.

Innovative and Creative use of CDC and other natural materials in an effective midge pattern

“In the course of a lifetime, I have heard the voices and met the ghosts who guard the sacred places. Although, forceful in their presence and insistent in their will, they have never told me what not to do. But sometimes, when I stray from what is important and what is real, they tell me who I am.”

– Renee Harrop

I won’t waste too much time explaining who Renee Harrop is, other than to say he is a legend. His technique is an such an innovative use of a CDC feather, and one we’re rather fond of. It’s fun to tie and something that may give you something to talk about in your flybox.

The pattern can be effective on our local tailwaters, especially if you are paying attention to size and color. It may be a good pattern to present to those picky trout that are tired of being fooled by your shucker or noseeum. It’s all natural to boot! Give it a try and let us know how it goes.

Location | Middle Section of the Provo River

Flows| 143.37 cfs release at Jordanelle Dam

Fishing | Good – Excellent

Hatches | Midges

Time of Day | 9-3pm

Flies | #20-#26 gray, black and brown

Tippet | 6-7 x

Techniques | Nymphing and Dry Fly Fishing

Midge activity is becoming more and more consistent. This activity, in turn, is correlating with greater trout activity. Fish are moving around a bit more and we’ve seen fish up on midges almost every morning for the past week. Focus your fly selection on patterns that emphasize a schuck and sit low in the water for best results. Please remember to be respectful, kind and considerate of your fellow anglers as the river starts to get more use.