Fishing Report
Week of March 23, 2026
With little to no snowpack in the high country and warm temps, we have seen a bump in flows on all river systems in the valley. Skiing sucks, so go fishing!
Gunnison River
The Gunnison River has been fishing great lately from Almont all the way to the Wilson’s takeout. Flows jumped up last week due to warm daytime temps and it is slightly off color but very fishable. Focus on fishing when the flows begin to drop mid morning.
Fish are still siting in winter holding areas for the most part. Deep runs and drop offs with a standard nymph rig have been the most consistent lately.
San Juan worm, Prince nymph (10-14), Pats rubber legs (10-14), Egg patterns, Zebra midge (16-20)
Taylor River
The flows on the Taylor dropped last week and it is very low. Walk wading just got easier. focus on runs and pocket water mid morning to afternoon.
East River
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2026 Forecast
Check out the 2025 forecast on river conditions, hatches, and best time of year to come fish the Gunnison River
