Fayetteville / New River Gorge Bridge Accesson New River
October Caddis hatches are possible during warmer
- 01October Caddis hatches are possible during warmer, late afternoon periods.
- 02Midges remain a consistent subsurface food source as water temperatures drop.
- 03Terrestrials like beetles and grasshoppers may still be dislodged near banks on milder days.
- 04Smallmouth bass will gravitate to deeper runs and rocky structures.
- 05Bluegill and redear can be found near abundant weed lines and slower eddies.
What to tie on at Fayetteville / New River Gorge Bridge Access
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Woolly Bugger (Black/Olive)
A versatile streamer, effective year-round for predatory fish, becoming more active in warming spring waters, imitating leeches and baitfish.
Clouser Minnow (Bass)
A universal baitfish imitation, effective year-round for predatory species in clear water. For smallmouth bass, this pattern effectively imitates baitfish in varying water conditions.
Buy at AmazonSan Juan Worm
Year-round, especially after rainfall or runoff, mimicking aquatic worms washed into the system. A consistent producer for all target species.
Buy at AmazonDamsel Nymph (Olive)
Damsel nymphs become active in late spring as they migrate towards shore to hatch, providing a significant food source for trout and bass.
Elk Hair Caddis
Late spring through fall during caddis activity. A classic dry fly for active caddis hatches, attracting all three target species.
Buy at AmazonMarch Brown Dry
Early spring during March Brown hatches. Actively hatching, making this a primary dry fly for rising trout and opportunistic bass.
Pheasant Tail Nymph
Year-round, especially spring and fall BWO periods. Mimics various mayfly nymphs that are active subsurface.
Buy at AmazonLittle Black Stonefly
Early spring hatch. Often the first hatch of the year, providing a significant food source for all target species.
Buy at AmazonHellgrammite Fly
Year-round on rocky smallmouth rivers. Smallmouth bass key on these large larvae, making it effective for aggressive strikes.
West Virginia season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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