Flow
No flow
Observed
7d ago
Hatch Status
Morning Tricos and Baetis, large craneflies still skittering about
Conditions
The Big Lost is running low through mid-August, with flows at 416 cfs on the lower sections as of the report date. Trout are educated and selective, demanding fine tippets and precise presentations. Expect Tricos and Baetis in the mornings, with large craneflies skittering about and hoppers producing throughout the day. Cold morning temperatures in the 30s push the better fishing window to mid-morning through afternoon, so plan your timing around the warming trend.
Gauges
Live cameras
Techniques
- Better fishing shifted to mid-morning into afternoon due to cold morning temps
- Hoppers turning fish when searching water; smaller, more imitative caddis and mayfly patterns working on selective feeders
- Trout are well seasoned and selective; fine tippets and precise presentations are key to success
Recommended flies
PMDs size 16Yellow SalliesCrane FliesGolden StonesBaetis 18 and 20Midge 20-24StreamersHoppersCaddisMayfly patterns