Location

Lower Provo River

Overview

Late March throughout April is a fantastic time to get out on the Lower.  The flow on the lower Provo is around 200 CFS.  The fishing has been decent and the baetis fishing should turn on any day now.  Nymphing has been the most productive method, but fish are rising occasionally along the edges and soft seams. The midges are hatching and some baetis are coming off mid day.  Sow bugs in small sizes are also working. The tip for the lower is to give the streamers a shot during the low light periods, mornings, evenings, or on overcast days.  For those of you nymphing find a deep slower area and work the water until you find the depth and area with fish then stay there.  The fish are grouped together this time of the year. Expect light strikes and be prepared!

Recent Flows

203 CFS

Fishing

Good

Current Hatches

Baetis (BWO) and Midges.

Best Techniques

Nymphs: Size 18-22

Sow bugs, bling midge, disco midge, juju midge, bwo barr emerger, juju baetis, split case bwo, mayhem emerger,

Dry flies: Size 20-26

BWOs: CDC biot comparadun, Hanging Midge, Silvey’s midge, cluster Midge, Para Adams (small sizes)

Streamers : Size 4-12

Zonker, wooly bugger, sculpzilla, sparkle minnow, baby sex-dungeon, slump buster,

Best Time Of Day

For streamers early and late in the day

10 am to 5 pm

View archived lower Provo fishing reports here.