Blue Hole / Middle Runon Ichetucknee River
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
Bluegill are actively feeding on nymphs
- 01Bluegill are actively feeding on nymphs, small crustaceans, and baitfish subsurface.
- 02Topwater action with poppers can still occur on warmer, sunnier fall afternoons.
- 03Focus on areas with aquatic vegetation, structure, and deeper pockets where fish may be holding.
- 04Reduced pleasure boat traffic in fall makes for more peaceful fishing conditions.
What to tie on at Blue Hole / Middle Run
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Pheasant Tail Nymph
An essential nymph pattern, effective for imitating various mayfly nymphs that are a consistent food source in fall.
Buy at AmazonPopping Bug (Bass)
On warmer fall days in southern regions, topwater action can still occur, drawing aggressive strikes from sunfish.
Damsel Nymph (Olive)
Damsel nymphs remain active subsurface around weed beds, offering a substantial meal for Bluegill.
Woolly Bugger (Olive) (Bass)
This classic streamer imitates leeches and baitfish, which are consistent food sources for sunfish in fall.
Hare's Ear Nymph
A versatile searching nymph, mimicking general mayfly nymphs that are active subsurface year-round.
Buy at AmazonZebra Midge
Midges are the most consistent food source in Florida springs during the winter. In sizes 20-22, these are essential for the selective panfish and bass in the clear runs.
Buy at AmazonScud (Pink/Orange)
The Ichetucknee is a high-calcium spring creek with massive amounts of aquatic vegetation. Scuds are a primary year-round protein source for all residents.
Buy at AmazonPheasant Tail Nymph
A classic imitative pattern for the small Baetis (BWO) nymphs that are active in Florida's spring systems during the winter months.
Buy at AmazonSow Bug
Mimics freshwater isopods found year-round in weedy spring creek environments, a consistent food source for bluegill.
Buy at AmazonFlorida season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.