Ruedi Dam Tailwateron Fryingpan River
River flow last 30 days
Fryingpan River flowing at a clear 69
- 01Fryingpan River flowing at a clear 69.0 cfs under clear skies at 51°F.
- 02Consistent Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches (sizes 18-24) are the main event.
- 03Various caddis, including larger October Caddis, are active in the afternoons and evenings.
- 04Focus fishing efforts on the Upper Fryingpan, from Mile Marker 8 upstream to Ruedi Reservoir.
- 05Stealth, drag-free drifts, and minimal line on the water are crucial for success with selective trout.
What to tie on at Ruedi Dam Tailwater
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Mysis Shrimp
Mysis shrimp are a crucial, high-protein food source in the Fryingpan tailwater throughout the year.
Buy at AmazonZebra Midge
A year-round staple for this tailwater, continuously effective for trout feeding on prolific small midges.
Buy at AmazonGreen Drake Wulff
The significant Green Drake hatch is occurring or imminent in August, and large trout key in on these substantial mayflies.
Buy at AmazonPale Morning Dun Sparkle Dun
PMD emergences are ongoing in early summer, and this emerger is highly effective for trout feeding in the surface film.
Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun
Blue-Winged Olives are prolific in August, and this low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults.
Elk Hair Caddis
Caddis are actively hatching throughout the summer, making this a classic and consistently productive dry fly.
Buy at AmazonFlashback Pheasant Tail Nymph
An excellent general searching nymph for early spring, mimicking various mayfly nymphs, including active BWO nymphs, which are always a staple this time of year.
Pine Squirrel Leech (Olive)
Small leech patterns effectively mimic sluggish baitfish and annelids in cold water, enticing strikes from larger, lethargic trout in early spring.
Pine Squirrel Leech
Small leech patterns effectively mimic sluggish baitfish and annelids in cold fall water, enticing strikes from larger, lethargic trout.
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What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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