May 2026

Small Streams Fishing Report 05/17/2026

  Location Area Small Streams Overview Small Streams across the state are coming into form on the earlier side this year due to our lack of snowpack this past winter. Most small streams in the Uintas (10k + feet) are still inaccessible due to the snowpack. We have been seeing a range of bugs on the ones that are open, like flying ants, caddis, BWO's, midges and other small terrestrials. For more specific information, give the shop a call at 435-658-1166. Latest Flows For up to date stream flows you can check out: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/ut/nwis/current/?type=flow Fishing Good Current Hatches Small terrestrials Caddis Beetles  Ants Stimulators Best Techniques Dry Fly Fishing Dry Dropper Best Time Of Day All Day!     

Weber River Fishing Report 05/17/2026

  Location Weber River Overview Good News, the Weber is back up to a healthy, fishable flow of 160 CFS. Warmer days have been more productive since the flows came up. We have been seeing Caddis, Baetis, Midges, and Sows in the river Latest Flows ~160 CFS Fishing conditions Good! Nymphing has been more productive on most days, especially colder days, with there being more dry fly opportunity on warmer days. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. has been the ideal window to be fishing in on any given day, with there being more dry fly opportunities mid afternoon on warmer days.  Current Hatches Caddis: #18-22 (mid-day onward will be the best time)  Midges: #20-22 (all day) Baetis #20-24 (mornings until things start to warm up, we have been seeing more of these buggers on cooler days) Best Time Of Day 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Middle Provo River Fishing Report 05/17/2026

Current Conditions Summary The Middle Provo is flowing at 260 CFS, below the River Road Bridge it is about 140 CFS. Nymphing is still the most consistent fishing. Fishing from sun-up to sun-down has been good. Dry fly opportunity is sporadic, but fairly decent, and nymphing will be your most productive option. We have seen some caddis around, usually around 4 p.m. they will make an appearance, warmer days should be better for those bugs to come out. Flow & Water Discharge: 260 CFS (Cubic Feet per Second). Clarity: Clear Water Temp: Holding steady at 42 (°F). Outlook: Good late spring fishing! Weather & Timing Best Window: When the sun is up! Weather: Expect crisp mornings with temperatures rising into the 40s or low 50s. Strategy: No need to be out there pre sunrise, nymphing will continue to be a great option, with good dry fly windows throughout the day. Hatches & Bug Activity The main activity of the river right now is Midges and Baetis (BWOs). Midges: Seen hatching most mornings. Baetis (BWOs): Expect these on overcast or slightly stormy days. They tend to pop off around 11:30 PM - 2:00 PM. They are the main food source currently. Caddis: Mid-afternoon they should be out there! On warmer days, there is likely to be more caddis activity. Recommended Flies Nymphs (Sub-surface) Sow Bugs: #18-22 (Grey, Tan, Rainbow) Midges: #22-26 (KF Flasher, Stalcup Midge, WD-40s, Bling Midges). Junk Food: San Juan worms, small red annelids Mayfly Nymphs: #20-22 (Pheasant Tail, RS2, Micro Mayfly, RS2). Caddis: #20-22 Dries (Surface) Midges: #18-20 (Griffith’s Gnat, Mother Shucker, Cluster Midge). BWO Dries: #20-24 (CDC Comparadun, Parachute Adams, BWO Parachute). Caddis: #18-22 (Elk Hair, Goddards, stick to tan and brown.) Streamers Leeches/Buggers: #10-14 (White, Olive, Black) Jigged/Dead drift Streamers: Smaller Streamers fished dead drift or under an indicator have been picking up Good luck out there! Tight lines.

Green River Fishing Report 05/17/2026

    Current Conditions Summary From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the Green River is hovering around 1100 CFS, and between those times there is a nighttime bump to 1500 CFs then it is brought back down to 1100 CFS in the morning. Fishing has been good and consistent post-high water. Discharge: ~1100 CFS (Steady releases). Clarity: Crystal clear (Section A is gin-clear; B & C may have slight tint if Red Creek is flowing, but generally clear). Water Temp: ~48°F. Outlook: Flows will likely remain steady at this level for the foreseeable future.  Weather & Timing Best Window: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Weather: Highs in the high-60s, lows dipping into the low-30s. Strategy: The deep canyon walls keep the water shaded early and late. Focus your efforts on the sunlit hours when the water warms slightly, triggering midge and blue wing activity. With the flows subsiding, we are seeing more blue wings throughout the day, keep your eyes peeled for Caddis & Cicadas, we are still on the early side, but they should be around.  Hatches & Bug Activity Midges: clouds of tiny midges (#22-26) are active in the slicks and eddies most mornings. Blue-Winged Olives (BWOs): The main hatch occurring currently. Scuds/Sow Bugs: A constant food source in the moss beds, especially in Section A. Recommended Flies Nymphs (Sub-surface) Scuds: #14-18 (Olive, Grey, Tan) . Midges: #20-24 (Zebra Midge, bling midge, WD-40s in Black, Red, Grey). BWOs: #18-22 (Pheasant tails, Two Bits, RS2s, Stalcup Baetis) Dries (Surface) Midge Dry: #20-24 (Griffith’s Gnat, Matt’s Midge, Sprout Midge). BWO Dry: #18-22 (CDC Dun, Parachute Adams, Cripples, Film Critic). Para Cricket:  For dry dropper uses that may still see action Streamers Articulated Patterns: (Goldie, Dungeon, Circus Peanut) Woolly Buggers: #6-10 (Black, Olive, gold)  

Lower Provo River Fishing Report 05/17/2026

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).