Idaho Fish Report
Crooked River Report
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by Orvis Company
1-21-2020
We are seeing some good BWO hatches in the afternoon. Be prepared anytime from 11am until 4ish with some dry flies. Double nymph rigs with small mayfly imitations, midges, worm patterns, eggs, scuds, and leeches on the swing have been productive.
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby:Deep Canyon Outfitters
Water flow: 100 CFS
Visibility: 14 inches
Water temperature at mid-day: 46 Degrees F
Water condition: Slightly Turbid
Best time of day to fish: Aftrenoons, Evenings
Best stretch: 10 mile stretch below Bowman Dam
Best access point: There are many access points on the Crooked, as the Hwy parallels the river for over 15 miles
Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:
BWO, Midge.
Fish species: Rainbow Trout and Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Fishing season: Open all year
Nearest airport: Roberts Field Airport (RDM), Redmond, Oregon
Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader
Recommended fly fishing tippet: 5X Tippet
Best fly fishing rod: 9' 4 Weight Fly Rod
Best floating fly line: WF Trout Fly Line
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