Ashley Creek
river in Utah
Provides a mix of easily accessible sections near roads and more secluded areas further upstream.
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
What's working on Ashley Creek
- 01Expect active Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) and Pale Morning Dun (PMD) hatches, particularly on warmer afternoons and overcast days.
- 02Subsurface, October Caddis pupae are migrating, making them a key food source. Egg patterns are also increasingly important as trout stage for spawning.
- 03Focus fishing efforts on deeper pools, current seams, and tailouts where trout congregate in cooler water.
- 04Key tactical tip: Pay close attention to a drag-free drift for dry flies and slow, deliberate presentations for nymphs and streamers.
- 05Without specific flow data, assume fish are holding in areas with good cover and slower currents to conserve energy.
What to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
PMD (Pale Morning Duns)
Pale Morning Duns have a strong fall hatch, providing a consistent food source for opportunistic trout.
Isonychia Dun
Isonychia hatches are typical in fall on freestone rivers, making this a prime dry fly for rising trout.
Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun
Blue-Winged Olives are a significant fall hatch, and this low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout.
Woolly Bugger (Olive)
A versatile pattern, olive Woolly Buggers imitate leeches and baitfish, which are active in fall as water cools.
October Caddis
October Caddis are a significant fall hatch in western rivers, making this a prime dry fly for active surface feeders.
Zebra Midge
Midges are a consistent food source year-round, and this nymph is highly effective, especially in cooler fall waters.
Buy at AmazonBlood Dot Egg
Fall is prime egg season for trout below spawning areas, making this a highly effective pattern for opportunistic feeders.
Buy at AmazonFlashback Scud Wet Hare's Ear
This versatile nymph mimics scuds and various aquatic insects active in currents, making it a good searching pattern in fall.
Where to fish and who to ask
Ashley Creek Canyon
Various pull-offs along the scenic canyon road provide access to the creek.
Dry Fork Area
Upstream sections near the Dry Fork Settlement with good fishing.
Near Jensen (lower sections)
More accessible areas closer to Jensen, though water can be warmer.
Fly shops within 40 miles
Flaming Gorge Resort Fly & Tackle Shop
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Utah season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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Quick answers
Common questions about Ashley Creek.
What flies work best on Ashley Creek?
Our top scored fly patterns for Ashley Creek right now are PMD (Pale Morning Duns) (80% confidence), Isonychia Dun (80% confidence), Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun (80% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Ashley Creek?
Ashley Creek holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is Ashley Creek fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Ashley Creek each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.