Henrys Lake 9-19-2011

This is the fishing hot spot in the entire region, but there are specifics for enjoying it.  First, go to the creek mouths.  Targhee, Howard and Duck creeks are the best locations. Get there REAL early to “stake your claim”, especially on week ends.   REAL early means sunrise!  “Stake your claim” in shallow water because most fish are at three to five feet in depth.    Fish your favorite nymph or soft hackle pattern under an indicator at this  depth.  Floating lines are best for this method.  Expect lots’a company ( there were at least twenty boats in front of Howard Creek at mid morning last Saturday).   So allow room for fellow anglers and be patient and polite.   Weed beds are still numerous in the lake and water temps hover in the mid fifties in degrees F.   Thus it will take some real cooling off before weeds break up.