Flow
116 cfs
Trend
Steady
Observed
47d ago
Hatch Status
A typical day will bring midges in the morning through early afternoon, followed by BWOs later in the day.
Conditions
Crystal-clear water and cold conditions make the Owyhee a sight-fishing playground right now. As of September 1, flows were running around 116 cfs with stable conditions. Morning midges in sizes #20-22 give way to Blue-Winged Olives around 2 p.m., and fish are feeding consistently on whatever comes down. Late afternoon and evening trips tend to be less crowded and reward you with rising fish in the riffles.
Gauges
Techniques
- Sight-fishing for larger fish holding in the riffles during the afternoon has been great.
- Having an assortment of small Zebra Midge patterns in sizes #20–22, with variations of cream, red, and black, has been producing well.
Recommended flies
Zebra Midge #20-22 cream/red/blackBWO emergers #18-22BWO duns #18-22BWO nymphs #18-22