Yellowstone River, Montana Fishing Report Today

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Yellowstone River fishing report for Sunday, October 12th.

Well folks, we've got some interesting conditions shaping up today. The National Weather Service is calling for snow showers in Yellowstone National Park with storm totals of 2 to 4 inches and highs only reaching the mid-30s. Breezy conditions with southwest winds 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 35 mph are expected. Temperature at Yellowstone Lake sat at 32 degrees early this morning. The Absaroka-Beartooth Mountains are seeing similar winter weather with snow accumulation and highs in the upper 30s.

Now, despite this cold snap rolling through, October has been absolutely prime time on Montana's rivers. Montana Outdoor reports that water temps have been perfect, flows are stable, and those brown trout are fired up as they stage up for the spawn. Streamers have been producing big fish on the Yellowstone, and we're talking some real slabs here.

For you dry-fly purists, don't put away those boxes just yet. Cloudy days are bringing strong blue-winged olive hatches, so you've still got opportunities to sight fish to rising trout. With today's overcast conditions and precipitation, keep an eye out for those BWO emergences.

As for what's working: streamers are the name of the game right now. Those browns are aggressive and territorial as spawning season kicks into gear. Think bigger profiles, darker colors. Crawfish patterns, sculpin imitations, and articulated streamers in black, olive, and brown are all solid choices. If you're swinging flies, focus on deeper runs and undercut banks where those fish are holding.

Hot spots to consider: the stretch near Livingston has been consistently productive, and the upper river sections below the lake outlet are worth your time if you can handle the weather. Just be prepared for those winter-like conditions today.

For bait anglers, crawler harnesses have been doing well in the reservoirs, though river fishing with artificials is really where the action is at right now.

One important note: Stage 1 fire restrictions remain in effect in Yellowstone National Park, so be mindful of campfire rules if you're planning to stay out there.

Bundle up today, layer smart, and remember that trout don't care about the weather—they still gotta eat. This cold front might actually turn the bite on even more as fish sense winter approaching.

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Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Yellowstone River fishing report for Saturday, October 11th.

The Yellowstone is fishing well right now with stable flows and good water clarity across most stretches. We're sitting around 400 CFS in the canyon sections, which is perfect for walk-and-wade fishing. Water temps have cooled nicely with the shorter days, and trout are feeding steadily through the afternoons.

Weather-wise, we've got some active conditions moving in. Fins and Feathers reports cloud cover in the forecast, which should keep fishing solid through the weekend. However, the National Weather Service is calling for rain showers today with a chance of thunderstorms, highs in the lower 50s, and southwest winds gusting up to 25 mph. Tonight we're looking at rain and snow showers with accumulation up to six inches at higher elevations. Sunday brings more snow and cooler temps in the mid-30s with breezy conditions. This weather shift should get the fish moving before things settle down Monday.

Nymphing has been your most reliable approach. Start with large stonefly attractors and rubberlegs as your lead flies, then drop smaller patterns like perdigons, prince nymphs, or zebra midges behind them. Work these rigs through the deeper runs and along the seams, especially when the sun is high and fish are hugging bottom.

Streamer fishing has been excellent this week. Rig up a 7-weight with a 250-grain sinking line to keep your flies down in the zone. Black and olive patterns are turning nice fish in the deeper buckets and around structure. The double gonga in olive and full-size sex dungeon in black have been especially productive. Your best windows are early mornings and these cloudy days.

Dry fly action has been slow but keep some small parachutes or emergers handy. We're seeing a few Blue Winged Olives and small mayflies on calm or overcast afternoons, and with this weather change, that could pick up.

For hot spots, focus on the canyon sections between Big Sky and Bozeman where water temps are optimal. The lower reaches downstream of Gallatin Canyon are also fishing well with reduced irrigation demands putting more water back in the system.

This fall window is prime time before winter sets in, so get out there while conditions are good. The Yellowstone is in great shape and those trout are ready to eat.

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Well, howdy there, fellow anglers—it’s Artificial Lure here, comin’ at you with the latest on the Yellowstone River and its surrounding spots for today, October 10, 2025. Fall’s got a real grip on the valley now, and Mother Nature’s keeping things lively for anyone who cares to wet a line.

Let’s get right to it. Sunrise today in Livingston was around 7:30 a.m., and sunset’s due around 6:30 p.m., so you’ve got plenty of daylight to work with—but don’t dawdle, these evenings are getting frosty. The stretch from Livingston down to Emigrant is running cool and clear, with water temps dropping fast after a summer that felt like it’d never end. Montana Outdoor reports that BWOs (Blue Winged Olives) are popping, and that classic October chill has flipped the trout bite from lazy summer vibes to full-on autumn action. Expect fish to be most active mid-morning through early afternoon when the sun warms things up a touch—afternoons are your sweet spot.

Tides? Well, we’re freshwater, folks—no salt, no tides. But flows are the story here, and the Yellowstone is running low and clear, which means you’ll need to keep your approach subtle. Rainbows, browns, and cutthroats are all on the chew, with trout moving into riffles and feeding lanes as the water chill sets in. Over at Hauser and Holter reservoirs, rainbows are hammering anything that moves, and walleye are tucked deep—folks using worm harnesses, cowbells, and jigs are pulling fish from the structure. Kokanee snagging is still hot in the Helena Valley, and salmon are stacking in the bays if you know where to look.

What’s catchin’ fish? For the Yellowstone proper, think outside the box. Dry fly fans, you’ll want to bring your smallest BWO patterns and midge clusters for those technical risers. But let’s be honest—nymphing is the name of the game right now. Sowbugs, scuds, and worm patterns are working top to bottom, and a well-placed pheasant tail or zebra midge dropper won’t hurt, especially in the deeper runs. Terrestrials like hoppers are still getting a few late-season looks, but don’t expect a hopper frenzy any more. Streamer junkies, this is your time—slam a goldie or olive mini dungeon along the cutbanks as the sun climbs and you’ll get that heart-pounding grab. For spin-fishing, small spinners, marabou jigs, and Rapalas in natural colors are your best bet for numbers.

Best bait? If you’re going live, nightcrawlers and hoppers are proven, but local rivers are mostly catch-and-release and flies-only, so check regs and keep things wild. In the lakes, bottom-bouncers and crawler rigs are the ticket for walleye, while cowbells and squid skirts are turning kokanee into stringers for those in the know.

Hot spots? The Yellowstone between Livingston and Emigrant is always classic, but right now, focus on the riffles and transition zones where the current slows. Over at Canyon Ferry, toss your bottom rigs near the points and weed beds—the walleye are schooled up, and some perch mixed in for fun. Up on

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Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your October 8th fishing report for the Yellowstone River and surrounding Montana waters.

The Yellowstone's running clear this morning with water temps in the mid-40s - perfect for fall fishing. Sunrise hit us at 7:42 AM, giving us decent light for early morning action, and we'll have until 6:38 PM before dark.

**Current Conditions & Fish Activity**

The river's been producing solid numbers of brown and rainbow trout, with browns starting their pre-spawn aggression. DePuy's Spring Creek, just off the Yellowstone near Livingston, has been particularly productive. Fins and Feathers reports excellent technical fishing there, with trout holding in middle creek positions and responding well to patient presentations.

**What's Working**

Nymphing's been your best bet lately - try sowbugs or scuds paired with tiny midge patterns or baetis nymphs. For dry fly action, trico spinner falls are still happening in early mornings. Terrestrials like cinnamon foam flying ants and black foam beetles are producing along grassy banks during midday lulls.

Evening caddis hatches have been sporadic but worth staying for - small tan or black caddis patterns can turn a slow day around when trout move back into riffles at dusk.

**Hot Spots**

DePuy's Spring Creek remains the technical angler's paradise - fish the riffle corners and deeper slots during bright conditions. On the main Yellowstone, focus on the stretch between Livingston and Big Timber where browns are staging in deeper pools and undercut banks.

**Tactics**

Long leaders, light tippet, and dead-drift presentations are crucial. Make your first cast count - these educated fish spook easily once lined. Stealth approaches and accurate casting will make or break your day.

Water's been calm with minimal wind, so delicate presentations are paying off. If you're hitting DePuy's, remember it requires intermediate to advanced skills - this isn't beginner water.

The fall fishing's heating up despite cooling temps, so get out there while conditions remain stable.

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Good morning from Livingston—Artificial Lure here with your October 5, 2025, Yellowstone River fishing report. Daybreak hit us at 7:22 AM, and we’ll see sunset at 6:54 PM. No tides to worry about here in Montana, but river flows are holding steady, and our fall transition is in full swing.

The weather’s taken a chilly turn. Right now, it’s cloudy with scattered showers, and in the upper reaches near Gardiner and through Paradise Valley, you could see a bit of sleet or snow, especially in the evenings. Expect highs barely creeping into the 40s with the chill settling in at night—layer up and bring foul weather gear, especially if you’re out past lunch. According to the National Weather Service, we’ve got clouds and on-and-off showers all day with a brisk northwest wind chilling things down.

On the water this week, the brown trout bite is the biggest news. Spawning migrations are underway, and some real brutes have moved up from the lakes. Reports from the Tackle Shop in Ennis and Montana Angler say several browns over 24 inches came to net up and down the river, with most action early and late. Rainbows remain active, especially where riffles drop off deep, and whitefish are stacking in their classic fall runs.

The insect game is classic autumn—think blue-winged olives (BWOs), October caddis, and midges. The cloud cover is a blessing for surface feeds: try a #18-20 BWO dun or a cripple pattern, and keep a few #12-14 orange-bodied caddis in your box. As for subsurface, the nymphing’s been rock solid. Beadhead pheasant tails, zebra midges, and perdigons in sizes 16-20 are all pulling weight. When the sky is gray, trail a small BWO nymph beneath an October caddis dry for those finicky risers.

With water temps dropping and hungry browns on the move, streamers are a hot ticket—especially black or olive sculpin patterns and articulated buggers. Early morning and dusk, swing those streamers tight to cover or drop them into deep runs—be ready for violent strikes. The Tackle Shop says patterns like the Lil’ Kim or Sex Dungeon are landing not just browns, but plenty of eager rainbows.

If you’re a bait angler, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs on the bottom downstream from Livingston are accounting for solid numbers of whitefish and the occasional cutthroat. Right now though, flies and lures are definitely producing the best fish.

For spots, Point of Rocks down to Mallard’s Rest is firing, especially on streamer days—focus on undercut banks and log jams. Closer to Livingston, Carter’s Bridge and the town stretch have seen big browns pushing up—swing by early or late when things are quiet. And don’t overlook the Yankee Jim Canyon for spicy streamer action—just wade carefully, because flows pick up in that section.

To wrap up, if you can stand the chill and dodge the showers, there’s no better time to hook into a trophy brown or watch pods of rainbows sip tiny olives. The season is shifting, but the fish are feeding up before true winter sets in.

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Yellowstone River Fishing Report – October 3, 2025

Artificial Lure here with your local update for the Yellowstone River and surrounding streams. The sun crested at 7:22 AM this morning, and sunset will stretch out until 6:52 PM, gifting us with over eleven hours of crisp autumn light. No tidal fluctuations here—this mighty, free-flowing river is all about water volume and temperature. Current flows sit at 1,410 CFS, with river temps between 57° and 61°, and the “green is good” clarity finally returned after last week’s muddy pulse, according to Yellowstone Angler in Livingston.

Today’s forecast calls for classic early October: a chilly morning in the 40s, climbing to nearly 60°F by midafternoon. Expect light winds and scattered clouds—which means perfect cover for hatches but keep your jacket close for those breezy intervals. Afternoon thunderstorms are possible, so always check radar if you’re heading out late.

Fish activity is on the upswing as trout sense the cooling nights and begin bulking up ahead of winter. The bite’s best after the water warms—think mid-morning through early afternoon. With recent rain clearing out the mud, hungry browns and rainbows are eager for a meal, and anglers have landed more fish this week compared to the hot, slow days of late September. Browns in particular are getting aggressive, snatching nymphs and hoppers with gusto.

Now’s the time to mix it up on the lure front. Forget the usual tan or peach hoppers—try olives, yellows, or even purple for better results. Terrestrials like *black ants*, *beetles*, and *October caddis skates* continue to draw strikes. In riffles and seams, nymphs like *Hecuba*, *baetis*, and *fall mahoganies* work especially well on cloudy days. For streamer chasers, olive or rust bunny leeches imitate juvenile fish and entice bigger browns into a chase. On the sunny stretches, twitch those hoppers and terrestrials—making your fly look alive can turn a mere looker into a taker.

Best bait right now: weighted nymphs (especially baetis), earth-tone hoppers, and mid-sized streamers. If you’re drifting from a boat, be sure to hit the shallower inside angles late morning and work deeper seams as the sun climbs. On the dry fly, twitching tricos and caddis along the banks can hook cruising trout.

Recent catches show strong numbers of brown trout up to 18 inches near Emigrant, citation-class rainbows and a few surprise cutthroat in the bends upstream of Livingston, along with small pods of whitefish tight to the bottom structure. Anglers landing a dozen or more fish in a morning aren’t rare this week—provided you time your approach and adjust your presentations.

For hot spots, start with:

- **The Section Near Pine Creek Bridge:** Consistent holding water and riffles, active brown trout, and easy access.

- **Between Carter’s Bridge and Mallards Rest:** Lower crowds and plenty of deep pools for autumn bruisers.

- **Emigrant Bend:** Great for wading anglers targeting transition fish moving to sp

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Artificial Lure here from Yellowstone River, Montana, bringing you the latest local fishing report for October 1, 2025.

It’s a chilly fall morning with a touch of high haze lingering from recent fires, creating muted light that’s perfect for early bites. Today’s weather started crisp in the high 40s before sunrise. Expect highs around 65°F midday with mostly overcast skies—a classic Paradise Valley fall. The wind is gentle, not enough to snuff a good cast but enough to spark trout activity, especially around shaded banks. Sunrise was at 7:18 AM, sunset rolls in at 6:59 PM. No tidal influence here, just steady river flow thanks to cold snowmelt and mountain springs.

What’s working on the water? The Yellowstone River’s running at about 1580 CFS, water temps hovering between 61° and 67°F according to Yellowstone Angler. Hoppers—especially in peach and pink—are snagging chunky browns and bows. Go big with Morrish and Grand Hopper patterns in #8-14 if you want to support a tungsten nymph underneath, or try a smaller ant up top. Floating ant patterns are sneaky good right now. Elk Hair Caddis and Butch Caddis in #14-18 handle the faster water nicely. Rubberlegs—black and coffee shades, sizes #4-6—clean up in deep runs and behind boulders.

Fish have been feisty in the morning hours, holding tight to structure—think behind big rocks and inside bends near Livingston and up the Valley. Nymphing is king: run a two-fly setup with a mega prince or Pat’s rubberleg up top, trailing a Perdigon or Lightning Bug for filling your net. Adjust your split shot to stay in that zone. Streamer action jumped up this week; big patterns like black/olive Sex Dungeon, double gonga, and home invader work wonders in the slightly off-color water. Slow strips or swinging those flies through shaded side channels and transition zones gets you reaction strikes, especially late in the day.

In the park stretches and tributaries—Lamar, Soda Butte, Slough Creek—expect solid cutthroat action. PMDs are hatching mid-morning (#16-18); drakes are sparser but sometimes show up when cloud cover thickens. Terrestrials are still very much alive: flying ants, beetles, hoppers, and crickets. Soda Butte and Slough Creek have produced fat native Yellowstone cutthroats this week—locals landed several 18”+ on beetle and ant patterns floating close to the bank. Fishing pressure is up, so move a few miles off trail or hit stash waters near the road for more solitude.

Recent counts put rainbow, cutthroat, and cut-bow catches solid, with browns making a late push as the fall run stirs. Most catches are 14-18”, but a few over 20” got nabbed on streamer and hopper rigs.

Best baits: Stick to natural offerings if you’re not strictly fly fishing—nightcrawlers and stonefly nymphs work in deep pools. For flies, Golden Thunder Thigh Hopper and Royal Chubby Chernobyl are producing. For streamers, Coffee Sparkle Minnow or Black Leadeye get it done.

Hot spots:

- Paradise Valley (between Emigrant and Livingsto

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Artificial Lure here with your Yellowstone River fishing report for Sunday, September 28, 2025.

We’re waking up to a crisp fall morning with air temps around 43 degrees near Yellowstone Lake, highs later pushing into the upper 70s to low 80s depending on your stretch of river. Winds are steady out of the southwest at 10-14 mph and we’ve got a 30% chance of scattered showers and an isolated thunderstorm this afternoon. You'll want a jacket early, but strip down to a flannel by midday. First light hit around 7:16 AM, and sunset’s coming at 7:07 PM, giving us plenty of time to wet a line and explore some new water according to the National Weather Service.

There’s no tidal swing to worry about here in Montana, but the river is running cool and clear—perfect for late September fishing. Streamer season is firing up as brown trout get aggressive ahead of the spawn. Local anglers have been moving good fish on olive and black articulated streamers, with some slabs pushing over the 20-inch mark. If you’re swinging meat, focus on deeper runs and undercut banks between Livingston and Big Timber. Nymphing continues to be steady, especially in the morning; stonefly patterns like Pat’s Rubberlegs in brown/tan paired with smaller baetis and midge nymphs (try the Lil’ Spanker or Zebra Midge, 16-22) have been putting plenty of rainbows in the net, with the occasional whitefish as a bonus.

On cloudy afternoons, expect a Baetis (Blue Winged Olive) hatch—bring a few Parachute Adams in sizes 16-20 if noses start poking up in the slicks. There’s even been the odd hopper take here and there, but these fish are already shifting into fall mode, so smaller bugs and more natural presentations will outperform big foam most days. The word from Montana Outdoor is that streamer fishing is heating up across Montana, with the Yellowstone leading the pack. Usual bait options always include nightcrawlers or dead drifted worms, but the fly folks are sticking with the classics right now.

Best bets for hot spots? Check out the Paradise Valley stretch, especially around Mallard’s Rest and the put-in at Pine Creek. Both have been producing browns on streamers and solid numbers of rainbows on nymphs. Another reliable zone is the “Town Stretch” right through Livingston where the riffles drop into deeper water—ideal for prospecting with a streamer or dead drifting a double nymph rig. For a little solitude, head downstream toward Spring Dale; fewer boats, but the brown trout are starting to move upriver and the flat water here is underrated for big fish.

Recent catches have included multiple browns to 22 inches, rainbows averaging 14–18 inches, and the occasional cutthroat mixed in. Not huge numbers of anglers out, but those putting in time and covering water have been rewarded. The clarity is good, but after any rain, keep an eye out for a slight green tinge that could put fish on the bite.

If you’re spinning gear, try a black and gold Panther Martin or a small Rapala. Fly anglers,

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Good morning from the banks of the Yellowstone—this is Artificial Lure with your fishing report for September 27th, 2025.

It’s a brisk start today with temps overnight dropping into the mid-30s, but things are shaping up for a beautiful fall day on the river. According to the National Weather Service, we’re looking at sunny skies and highs in the mid-60s, with a steady southwest breeze picking up some gusts later in the afternoon. Sunrise has just come up at 7:13 AM, and you’ll have daylight stretching until sunset at 7:12 PM. No tides to track here, so it’s all about the flow and water temps.

Wildfire smoke could be drifting in on that afternoon breeze, so keep an eye on the air quality, especially if you’re sensitive. It’s still moderate most places nearby, but the breeze might stir up some haze by midday, especially downwind of recent fires according to Montana DEQ's Friday outlook. Visibility on the water is good this morning, but bring sunglasses: both for the sun and potential haze later.

Now, the river itself—flows are at seasonal lows, which means some side channels are tough to navigate if you’re floating. Stick to the main runs you know or scout on foot before taking a boat through unfamiliar water. Wading anglers will have easy access to drop-offs, gravel bars, and those classic Yellowstone inside corners.

Fishing activity has picked up as the water cools and angling pressure drops. Yellowstone Angler and Gallatin River Guides both report that dry fly fishing has been solid, and nymphing is still kicking out numbers. The insect menu today: Baetis mayflies, mahogany duns, and caddis are coming off steadily with the cloudy spells, and terrestrials like hoppers are still catching fish—try a Heneberry Hopper, Thunder Thighs, or a Chubby Chernobyl in sizes 8 to 14. For the mayfly eaters, grey Wulff, Adams, and Carlson’s Olive Haze in sizes 12 to 18 are getting looks.

For nymphs, expect action on Pat’s Rubber Legs, Prince Nymphs, Perdigons, and soft hackle bugs—run a big stonefly pattern up front and trail a small attractor behind for the best of both worlds. Streamer junkies, fall’s coming and bite windows are opening up: Sculpzillas, Sparkle Minnows, Silk Kittys, and Kill Whiteys have pulled in some solid browns lately, especially early and late. Try a sinking line if you’re after one of those Yellowstone hogs lurking deep.

Catch reports suggest a mixed bag of browns, rainbows, and cutthroat—some big fish this year, including several browns pushing two feet that came on streamers and foam dry-dropper combos in the riffles and tailouts near Emigrant and Point of Rocks. Most fish are running in the 12 to 18-inch range but don’t be surprised by something bigger as the fall migration picks up steam.

Best hot spots right now:

- The water around **Pine Creek** is fishing consistently with dries and nymphs, especially in the mornings.

- The stretch between **Emigrant and Mallard’s Rest** has given up some impressive browns, especially und

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Artificial Lure here with your September 26, 2025 Yellowstone River fishing report—let’s get you dialed in for today’s action.

Weather along the river this morning is classic late September Montana: cool at dawn with air temps in the mid-40s, warming into the upper 60s by afternoon. Cloud cover has been variable recently—high haze and lingering smoke mixed with bright periods, which is helping keep water temps friendly for the fish, holding steady between 61 and 67 degrees. Sunrise hit at 7:14 AM; sunset will hit right around 7:13 PM tonight. Remember, Yellowstone is a freestone river, so tides aren’t a factor, but water flows are low, clear, and running at about 1,580 CFS according to Yellowstone Angler.

Fishing has been steady across most stretches. Hopper action is king right now—fish are absolutely looking up, especially for pink and peach patterns in the high haze, with results best in riffles and faster banks. Trout—rainbows, cutthroats, and some beefy browns—are holding tight in the more oxygenated fast water, so target those seams and avoid the frog water and slow, sunny banks. Mornings are productive as fish are feeding longer with cooler overnight temps.

Catches this week have been solid. Folks fishing the Valley and above Yankee Jim have landed a fine mix of cutthroat and rainbow trout, with some specimens pushing 18 inches. Browns are getting more aggressive every day—fall is their season, so streamer junkies, grab your gear. Nymphing with rubber legs and bead-head princes is picking up good numbers along bankside structure. Experienced hands at Montana Angler say the big fish are still coming out to play, just not quite at peak “fall madness” yet.

Top patterns include:

- Morrish Hopper #6-14, Sweetgrass Hopper #8-10, Thunderthighs Hopper #8-14, Grand Hopper #8-12

- Floating Ants and Beetles, sizes #14-18, especially midday and over grassy banks

- Little Spankers #14-18 in copper, brown, or olive

- Elk Hair or Butch Caddis in #14-18 for the evening bite

- Pat's Rubberlegs #8-12, Mega Prince #10-12 for subsurface

- Sculpin streamers (Lawson’s in Black or Olive, Sparkle Minnow in Coffee), plus articulated patterns like Sex Dungeon or Kill Whitey in #4-6 when going deep.

Live bait is not allowed on the Yellowstone, so stick to artificial flies and lures—those big browns are crushing black and olive streamer presentations, especially in low light.

Fishing pressure has been moderate; as always, give your fellow anglers space and be courteous. For best results, get out early and focus on fast, cool water. If the bite is slow, downsize from the standard hopper—switch to beetle or ant patterns, even tungsten sunken ants, which Yellowstone Angler recommends for fussy fish.

A couple hot spots:

- The Valley stretch between Livingston and Emigrant: good numbers, solid size, and loads of productive riffle water.

- Yankee Jim Canyon: tougher wading, but this is brown trout country, and the streamer bite is strong at dawn and dusk.

For those

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