What states have the most trout streams?

• Montana.
• Pennsylvania.
• Michigan.
• Oregon.
• Alaska.
• Idaho.
• North Carolina. A surprise?
• Colorado. The state is just eaten up with trout water, more than 9,000 miles of it to be (sort of) exact.

What flies to fish in April?

• Alder Fly or Buzzer. Usually starting to emerge in April the ever popular Alder fly or nymphs.
• CDC emerger. The CDC (Cul De Canard) feather has wonderful floating capabilities, one of it’s best uses is in the CDC buzzer.
• Black Gnat.
• Shipman’s Buzzer.
• Orange Fritz.
• The Haemoglobin Buzzer.
• Black Pennell.
• Matchstick Buzzer.

Can you fly fish in Colorado in April?

March, April, and May can offer incredible Colorado fly fishing opportunities. Almost all fly fishermen look forward to spring fly fishing. The ice, snow, and cold of winter are starting to disappear.

Where is the best fly fishing in the US?

• Southwestern Montana.
• Central Pennsylvania.
• The Rocky Mountains of Colorado.
• North Platte River, Wyoming.
• South Fork of the Flathead, Northern Montana.
• Florida Keys.
• Northern Pike on the Fly.
• Great Lakes Steelhead.

Can you fish in Montana in April?

April is arguably the most diverse month of the fishing season in regards to fishing techniques and hatches. Spring weather in Montana is notoriously fickle and can produce both balmy warm days and blizzard like winter weather.

Where is the best fishing in April?

• White River in Arkansas- a Fly Fishing Mecca.
• Yellowstone River in Montana- Great Spring Fly Fishing!
• Deschutes River in Oregon – Fabled for Trout.
• Shenandoah River in Virginia – Smallmouth Bass!
• San Juan River in New Mexico.

What flies should I use for trout in spring?

The best spring trout flies are ones that match early season mayflies like the Pheasant Tail Nymph, the Frenchie Nymph, and the Polish Pheasant Tail Nymph. Other great spring trout flies would include stoneflies, caddis, and attractor patterns like the McPhail Caddis Pupa, and the Rainbow warrior.

What is the best time of year to fly fish in Colorado?

Late spring is the best time to catch large fish because low water levels corral trout in deeper pockets. Spring is the perfect time to try out all of the incredible outdoor activities Colorado has to offer.

Is there a trout season in Colorado?

Waters of Colorado are open to taking fish, amphibians, mollusks and crustaceans both day and night, year-round, except as otherwise provided in the Fishing Regulations Brochure. A hardcopy of the brochure is available at all CPW Offices and sales agents statewide.

What state has the most wild trout streams?

Pennsylvania is home more than 86,000 miles of rivers, streams, and creeks – second in the United States only to Alaska. That’s three-and-a-half trips around the Earth. Thirty trips from Los Angeles to New York.

What time of year is best for fly fishing?

Fly fishing season peaks between the months of April and October. Though, for fly fishermen willing to brave the cold weather, it is technically a year-round sport. Additionally, with an abundance of warm weather destinations, fly fishing can be enjoyed all year long.

What is the best month to fly fish in Montana?

Mid June-early July This is a very popular time because the weather is good, the fishing is consistent, and big trout are still easy to fool. These dates tend to go faster than others as a result.

Can you fly fish in March in Montana?

March fly fishing in Montana is early season spring fishing at its finest. Our rivers are empty, trout are hungry, weather is cool, and the fly fishing can be outstanding. Anglers interested in Montana fly fishing trips during the month of March will enjoy our Spring Special Trips.

What is the best fishing river in Montana?

• 1) The Yellowstone River. The Yellowstone River has always had a special place in our hearts and we without a doubt consider it the best river to fly fish in Montana.
• 2) The Missouri River.
• 3) The Madison River.
• 4) The Blackfoot River.
• 5) The Bighorn River.

Is fishing good in Florida in April?

On the Water: April is a great month for fishing in Southwest Florida.

What fish are in season in Florida in April?

Big seatrouts, Spanish mackerels, sheepshead, redfish, snook, black drum, groupers, shark are all part of the portfolio.

What is the best month to fish in Florida?

The best time to fish in the state of Florida in saltwater is normally April through September whereas the best times to fish freshwater are spring through November. Each species of Florida gamefish will have its peak high seasons.

What’s the best fly to use in March?

• March’s Ideal Flies for this month are :- Flexi Floss Bloodworm.
• Usually starting to emerge in April the ever popular Alder fly or nymphs. Alder Fly or Buzzer.
• Shrimp Fly, Scud or Czech.
• Black Woolly Bugger.
• Coral and Orange Blob.
• Orange Fritz.
• The Haemoglobin Buzzer.
• Cats Whisker Fritz.

What flies hatch in the spring?

Mayflies – Spring Time Mayflies They is also called a baetis or BWO’s. They are small to medium sized olive mayflies with dark wings and a dark olive body. Fly sizes for these range from #12 – #20 during spring time. These are likely the most common bug you will see on the water throughout the day.

What is a March Brown fly?

The March Brown Nymph in sizes #12 and #14, or a Pheasant Tail Nymph of the same size, will be your bread and butter flies. March Brown nymphs are flat hydrodynamic shaped clinger/crawlers with an underside that is cupped, with the gill plates forming a sucker to help hold the nymph to rocks in extremely fast water.

What is the best trout stream in Colorado?

• Gunnison River. The Gunnison River is special because it includes a section in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
• Upper Colorado River.
• Rio Grande River.
• Blue River.

Do you have to fly fish for trout in Colorado?

With tailwaters of all sizes, in every corner of the state, fly fishing for trout is reliable throughout Colorado. Because water is released steadily from reservoirs, anglers have minimal worries through the runoff season of late spring and early summer.

Do trout bite in the morning?

Trout will feed throughout the entire day and into the night but early morning and late afternoon seem to offer the best trout fishing on most day and most seasons. As you can see, by fishing only during the middle of the day, you are fish after and before the best fishing times.

What is the best month to fish for salmon in Alaska?

Simply put, the best time to fish for Salmon in Alaska is during the summers. Peak Salmon fishing season in The Last Frontier starts in May and goes all the way through to the end of September. This period is best for catching the five major Salmon species at different times spread across the entire summer season.

When can I fly fish in Alaska?

June is a great time to fly fish in Alaska if you are looking to target a diversity of species, and fish for trout with a variety of different fly patterns. Alaska’s trout and summer season opens in early June and can provide anglers with a great early season experience.