Current Conditions Summary
The Lower Provo is currently running at 400 CFS. At these higher flows, nymphing will be your most productive option. We have seen some moss and other debris moving through the river, but since the bump on May 8th, the water is now looking good. There are still some Blue Wings around, plenty of midges, and some early signs of caddis. The dry fly hatch is a little more sporadic and sparse with the higher water, but there are still some opportunities.
Flow & Water
- Discharge: ~400 CFS.
- Clarity: Clear, but high wind days can flip the lake and create off color conditions.
- Water Temp: ~43°F
- Outlook: Good fishing ahead!
Weather & Timing
- Best Window: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hatches & Bug Activity
- Sow Bugs: All day
- Midges: Decent hatches in the early morning (#22-24).
- Blue-Winged Olives (BWOs): mostly on cloudy, cooler days, size #20-22.
- Eggs: The rainbows will still eat an egg this time of year.
- Caddis: Keep your eyes peeled, warmer days and later afternoons should be the best window.
Recommended Flies
Nymphs
- Sow Bugs: #16-20 (Grey, Tan, Rainbow)
- BWO’s: #20-22 (Phesant Tail, Stalcup Baetis nymph)
- Egg Patterns: #16-18 (Peach, Cheese, Pink).
- Midges: #22-24 (Bling Midge, WD-40, Zebra Midge).
- San Juan Worms: #12-14 (Red/Brown) – Works well in the deeper, faster runs.
Dries (Surface)
- Midge Clusters: #18-20 (Griffith’s Gnat, Mother Shucker).
- BWO Dries: #20-22 (CDC Comparadun, Extended Body BWO).
- Matt’s Midge: #22-24.
- Elk Hair Caddis: Tan/Brown #18-20
Streamers
- Rusty Trombone: (Olive).
- Leeches: #10 (Black/Brown).