Fishing Report
Week of April 6th, 2026
A cold snap has come back to the valley and it feels more like spring around here. Flows have dropped significantly on all river systems in the area as well as cleared up. Fishing is still consistent just less water.
Gunnison River
The Gunnison River has been fishing great lately from Almont all the way to the Wilson’s takeout. Flows dropped over the weekend and the river is running clear/green.
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
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