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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.

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).

Lower Provo River Fishing Report 04/20/2026

Current Conditions Summary The Lower Provo is currently running at its base flow (~130 CFS). Blue wings are the main food source. A couple caddis sightings. The Rainbows may be gearing up to spawn earlier this year. Flow & Water Discharge: ~130 CFS. Clarity: Clear, but high wind days can flip the lake and create off color conditions. Water Temp: ~43°F Outlook: Steady flows. Check to make sure flows haven't ramped up to summer operations. 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 days, size #20-22. Eggs: The rainbows will still eat an egg this time of year. 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. Streamers Rusty Trombone: (Olive). Leeches: #10 (Black/Brown).

Middle Provo River Fishing Report 04/20/2026

Current Conditions Summary Blue wings are here!. Nymphing is still the most consistent fishing. The window of good fishing has opened up a bit to 10am-2pm but 11am-1pm is still your best bet to see noses up on the water. Streamer fishing has turned more inconsistent but still can be productive on low light times of day or overcast days. Flow & Water Discharge: 150 CFS (Cubic Feet per Second). Clarity: Clear Water Temp: Holding steady at 41 (°F). Outlook: Flows are at standard early season levels. Be on the lookout for the ramp up to summer operations Weather & Timing Best Window: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Weather: Expect crisp mornings with temperatures rising into the 40s or low 50s. Strategy: No need to be out there pre sunrise. 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. 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). Dries (Surface) Midges: #18-20 (Griffith’s Gnat, Mother Shucker, Cluster Midge). BWO Dries: #20-24 (CDC Comparadun, Parachute Adams, BWO Parachute). 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.