River Fishing Report

Strawberry Pinnacles: 36 c.f.s.

The season for the Pinnacles is starting to wrap itself up. This is my own bias because I generally throw dry files and dry fly fishing is dependent on some sort of surface activity. If you go: you will be looking for the slower, deeper, glassier pools. This will give you the opportunity to stalk a trout rising to small blue wings or midge. As the stream flows continue to drop: the fish will congregate to these pools - because fish (generally) like the safety of having water over their heads. The said pools (or holding waters) can be few and far between as there is less and less water moving down the river. When you find one of these spots you will probably want to be delicate and camp out for a minute or two before doing anything. Once you blow it... it is game over. The ‘splat' is precisely why split shot and bobber rigs can be less effective in this setting.
Please be careful down there - particularly with the change of seasons. Flash flooding is common place with precipitation. There are bears, moose and cougars in the area. Let someone know where you are and check in with them after you have departed safely. We want everyone to have positive experiences with fly fishing while sharing mutual respect and appreciation for the pastime we all love. A big part of that goal is being smart about the outdoors and not getting yourself hurt in the process!