Yellowstone National Park, July 24th, 2024

It is time to use terrestrial insect patterns on any meadow reach of park streams. The Yellowstone River below and above Hayden Valley is a real good choice for large Yellowstone Cutthroat trout. But consider that with this super warm summer, those above LeHardy Rapids may soon begin heading back to the lake.  Anywhere the river is open above the falls, green drake and PMD life cycle patterns still work. Terrestrial insect patterns, especially those for ants are becoming good for top water fishing.  Try these around Nez Perce Ford. Low light conditions, like evenings?  Try streamer patterns of choice

Flies to fish:

• Thunder Thighs Hopper-Yellow
• Chubby Cubby-Brown
• Brook’s Sprout-PMD
• Mena’s Slider Bugger-Olive/Ginger