Blount County Park Put-Inon Mulberry Fork
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
Cool
- 01Cool, overcast conditions at 71°F, favorable for fishing.
- 02Active subsurface feeding on midges and emerging caddis.
- 03October Caddis hatch expected, with potential for BWO activity.
- 04Worms and egg patterns can be effective, especially after rain.
- 05Bluegill moving into shallower water to feed aggressively.
- 06Upper river good for wade fishing, lower for float fishing.
- 07Focus on current breaks, submerged structure, and weed bed edges.
What to tie on at Blount County Park Put-In
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Elk Hair Caddis
A classic dry fly, perfect for imitating the general caddis activity expected during the fall, especially during warmer parts of the day.
Buy at AmazonScud (Pink/Orange)
Freshwater shrimp (scuds) are a consistent food source for bluegill and panfish year-round, and are particularly effective in early spring along aquatic vegetation.
Buy at AmazonPheasant Tail Nymph
A versatile imitation for various small mayfly nymphs, including early-season Blue-Winged Olives, which are active in spring.
Buy at AmazonCrappie Jig Fly
This streamer is particularly effective during the spring spawn for crappie, and will also attract opportunistic bluegill around structure.
Buy at AmazonZebra Midge (Black)
Midges are a primary active insect year-round, and this pattern is a staple for sunfish, effective even for finicky fish in clear water.
Elk Hair Caddis
Caddisflies are actively emerging from late spring through fall, making this a reliable dry fly for rising bluegill and panfish.
Buy at AmazonDamsel Nymph (Olive)
Damsel nymphs become active in late spring as they migrate towards shore to hatch, making this pattern effective when stripped slowly along weed beds.
Woolly Bugger (Black/Olive)
A versatile streamer, effective year-round for predatory fish like bluegill, bass, and crappie, especially as they become more active in warming spring waters, imitating leeches and baitfish.
Panfish Popper
Excellent for generating explosive topwater strikes from Bluegill on the surface during summer.
Buy at AmazonAlabama season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
Fly shops nearby
Local flies, current advice and guided trips.