Location
Lower Provo River
Overview
Flows on the lower have come down a bit, but are still a little high at 583 CFS. These flows make wade fishing less productive. Use caution when crossing and getting to your spot. Although the flows are high, the fishing remains very good. There have been good PMD and Caddis hatches in the afternoon with some smaller stoneflies around as well. Nymphing with sow bugs and midges is usually the best approach on the Lower Provo. These fish see a lot of pressure due to the amount of rafters on the river and are usually more willing to eat a nymph during the summer months. The “tuber hatch” is in full effect making the river extremely crowded mid-day. For the most solace, try getting out there early morning or late evening. These times of day can produce some of the best fishing as well.
Recent Flows
580 CFS
Fishing
Good
Current Hatches
PMDs, Caddis, Midges
Best Techniques
Nymphs: Size 18-22
Sow bugs, bling midge, disco midge, juju midge, krystal flash PMD, split case PMD, mayhem emerger, San Juan Worm, Birds Nest, Buckskin Caddis, Kryptonite Caddis
Dry flies: Size 18-24
PMDs, Trailing Shuck PMD, Winger PMD, CDC biot comparadun, Hanging Midge, Silvey’s midge, cluster Midge, Para Adams (small sizes), Peacock Caddis, Pearl Caddis
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
6 AM – 9 AM
5 PM – Dark