Updated October 15, 2026

    Flies for Arctic Grayling8 proven patterns

    Dry flies, nymphs, streamers and more that catch arctic grayling, grouped by type.
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    Dry flies 2

    Glo Bug (Orange)#14#16Glo Bug (Orange) — a proven dry pattern.Griffith's Gnat#18#20#22#24Grizzly hackle wound over peacock herl. Imitates a cluster of midges on the surface.

    Nymphs 5

    Flashback Hare's Ear Nymph#14#16#18Flashback Hare's Ear Nymph — a proven nymph pattern.Flashback Pheasant Tail#14#16#18#20PT nymph with a pearl flashback wingcase for extra trigger.Prince Nymph#10#12#14#16One of the all-time great searching nymphs. Flashy white biots attract fish in all conditions.Zebra Midge#18#20#22#24The most productive midge pattern in the West. Dead-drifted under an indicator.Zebra Midge (Black)#20#22#24Zebra Midge (Black) — a proven nymph pattern.

    Streamers 1

    Pine Squirrel Leech (Black/Olive)#14#16Pine Squirrel Leech (Black/Olive) — a proven streamer pattern.