Updated October 15, 2026
    Access point

    Lower Section (Greenville Junction)on Big Wilson Stream

    Popular area where the stream enters Moosehead Lake, especially good during fall salmon runs.

    Conditions right now

    No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.

    Weather now
    46°F
    Fog, wind 10 mph S
    Bite report · week of Oct 4

    What's working on Big Wilson Stream

    1. 01Partly cloudy skies and crisp 50°F temperatures define current conditions on Big Wilson Stream.
    2. 02Fall hatches of Mahogany Duns and Blue-Winged Olives are expected to be active, particularly on overcast days.
    3. 03Larger October Caddis are a significant fall food source and can draw aggressive topwater strikes.
    4. 04Subsurface activity includes consistent midges and aquatic worms, offering reliable nymphing opportunities.
    5. 05Current USGS flow data for Big Wilson Stream is unavailable, so anglers should use caution and local observations.

    What to tie on at Lower Section (Greenville Junction)

    Picked from recent reports for this stretch.

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    Quill Gordon

    #12#14#16

    Actively hatching in early spring, a prime dry fly opportunity for Fallfish.

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    Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymph

    #14#16#18

    An excellent general searching nymph for early spring, mimicking various mayfly nymphs (including BWOs) that are active subsurface.

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    Hendrickson

    #12#14#16

    A key early spring mayfly hatch that Fallfish and trout will be keying in on.

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    Woolly Bugger (Black/Olive)

    #4#6#8

    A versatile streamer, effective year-round for enticing aggressive strikes from trout, Fallfish, and smallmouth bass, imitating leeches and baitfish active in colder spring water.

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    Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun

    #18#20#22

    Blue-Winged Olives are actively hatching, especially on overcast days, making this a low-profile dry fly excellent for selective trout and Fallfish feeding on emergers and adults.

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    San Juan Worm

    #10#12#14

    Aquatic worms are often washed into the system during spring runoff and after rain events, making this a consistent and effective pattern.

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    Mother's Day Caddis

    #14#16#18

    The prolific Mother's Day Caddis hatch is expected in late April through May, making this dry fly a perfect imitation for adult caddis and attracting various trout species and Fallfish.

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    Clouser Crayfish

    #2#4#6

    Crayfish are a consistent food source for Fallfish and bass in rocky areas, effective throughout the year, including spring.

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    Little Black Stonefly

    #16#18#20

    One of the first hatches of the year, these early spring stoneflies are a reliable food source for trout and Fallfish.

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