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Bighorn River Trout Bonanza: Spring Fishing in Full Swing with Artificial Lure
Published 11 months, 2 weeks ago
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Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your May 12th fishing report for the Bighorn River area.
The Bighorn is absolutely firing right now, folks! Spring fishing is in full swing and the resident trout are looking mighty fine. We've been seeing plenty of chunky 18+ inchers coming to the net regularly over the past couple weeks.
Current conditions are ideal with good flows for both wading and floating. The river's running clear except after those afternoon rain showers we've been getting. Keep an eye on Soap Creek about 10 miles down from the dam – when we get warm temps and spring rain, it can muddy things up a bit.
Weather today is typical May – a bit unstable with scattered showers but temperatures staying comfortable. Perfect fishing weather if you ask me! The river's been a tad crowded lately but not crazy busy like we'll see next month.
As for the bite, subsurface action continues to be exceptional. Not much happening with dry flies yet, though if you're patient and fish into the afternoon, you might find some risers taking midges and the occasional baetis. For the dry fly enthusiasts, pack some #20 Sipper Midges, CDC Midges, and Baetis patterns like the Cripple Thor.
Nymphing remains your best bet. Local guides are crushing it with UV Yum Yums, Carpet Bugs, Tailwater Sows in sizes 14-16, Silver Bullets, Wonder Nymphs (#18), and Flashback Quill Nymphs. Don't forget to add a Two-Tone Scud or Orange Scud as your upper fly. The #18 Tung Teaser has been especially productive during morning hours.
Streamer fishing is improving daily and producing the bigger fish. Let those flies sink deep and retrieve slowly in the slower moving water. Sparkle Minnows, Skiddish Smolts, and Geisha Girls have all been turning heads.
Hot spots this week include the deeper runs below the 3-mile access and the stretch just above the Bighorn Access. The water around Mallards Landing has also been consistent.
The Bighorn Trout Shop is open daily from 7am to 6pm for all your tackle needs, and they're always happy to share the latest intel. Give 'em a call at 406-666-2375 if you need more specifics.
Tight lines and wet nets, friends! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time!
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This episode includes AI-generated content.
The Bighorn is absolutely firing right now, folks! Spring fishing is in full swing and the resident trout are looking mighty fine. We've been seeing plenty of chunky 18+ inchers coming to the net regularly over the past couple weeks.
Current conditions are ideal with good flows for both wading and floating. The river's running clear except after those afternoon rain showers we've been getting. Keep an eye on Soap Creek about 10 miles down from the dam – when we get warm temps and spring rain, it can muddy things up a bit.
Weather today is typical May – a bit unstable with scattered showers but temperatures staying comfortable. Perfect fishing weather if you ask me! The river's been a tad crowded lately but not crazy busy like we'll see next month.
As for the bite, subsurface action continues to be exceptional. Not much happening with dry flies yet, though if you're patient and fish into the afternoon, you might find some risers taking midges and the occasional baetis. For the dry fly enthusiasts, pack some #20 Sipper Midges, CDC Midges, and Baetis patterns like the Cripple Thor.
Nymphing remains your best bet. Local guides are crushing it with UV Yum Yums, Carpet Bugs, Tailwater Sows in sizes 14-16, Silver Bullets, Wonder Nymphs (#18), and Flashback Quill Nymphs. Don't forget to add a Two-Tone Scud or Orange Scud as your upper fly. The #18 Tung Teaser has been especially productive during morning hours.
Streamer fishing is improving daily and producing the bigger fish. Let those flies sink deep and retrieve slowly in the slower moving water. Sparkle Minnows, Skiddish Smolts, and Geisha Girls have all been turning heads.
Hot spots this week include the deeper runs below the 3-mile access and the stretch just above the Bighorn Access. The water around Mallards Landing has also been consistent.
The Bighorn Trout Shop is open daily from 7am to 6pm for all your tackle needs, and they're always happy to share the latest intel. Give 'em a call at 406-666-2375 if you need more specifics.
Tight lines and wet nets, friends! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time!
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This episode includes AI-generated content.