Back Lake Road Crossingon Perry Stream
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
Air temperature is 47°F with overcast skies
- 01Air temperature is 47°F with overcast skies.
- 02Wind is light at 9 mph from the south, and humidity is high at 86%.
- 03USGS flow data is currently unavailable for Perry Stream.
- 04Key fall insect activity includes October Caddis and Blue-Winged Olive hatches.
- 05Brook Trout are actively spawning, making egg patterns highly relevant.
- 06Primary target species are Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout.
What to tie on at Back Lake Road Crossing
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Gray Ghost Streamer
A classic New England streamer pattern, the Gray Ghost effectively imitates baitfish, which aggressive brook trout and other salmonids in Perry Stream will key on in the fall.
Hendrickson
Hendricksons are a prominent early spring hatch in this region, and this pattern imitates the adult mayfly, drawing strikes from opportunistic trout.
Buy at AmazonLittle Black Stonefly
Little Black Stoneflies are one of the first significant hatches of spring, providing an important early season food source for trout in freestone creeks.
Buy at AmazonFlashback Hare's Ear
A reliable general mayfly nymph imitation, effective year-round but particularly productive in spring for trout feeding subsurface on active nymphs.
Buy at AmazonPheasant Tail Nymph
Mimics various small mayfly nymphs, a consistent food source in spring as insects become more active subsurface.
Buy at AmazonElk Hair Caddis
As spring progresses, caddis activity increases, and this dry fly is a reliable imitation for adult caddis, especially on warmer afternoons.
Buy at AmazonSoft Hackle Wet (Partridge & Orange)
Caddis pupae and emergers are active in spring, and this soft hackle wet fly effectively imitates them when swung through current seams.
Buy at AmazonWoolly Bugger (Olive)
A versatile streamer pattern that imitates leeches and baitfish, excellent for prospecting deeper runs and enticing aggressive trout in spring.
Beetle
Terrestrial beetles are often dislodged from streamside vegetation, especially during drizzly summer days, making them an important food source for Perry Stream trout.
New Hampshire 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.