Small Streams, August 3rd, 2024

Big Elk Creek

Big Elk Creek will soon host its afternoon western green drake emergence that attracts trout to forage without hesitation. With trout also responding to terrestrial insects big time, Big Elk becomes one of the best in the area to offer great top water fly fishing. Get above the cascade-like stretch to enjoy the best water for this event. This emergence happens to a lesser extent on all South Fork-Palisades Reservoir tributaries and peaks on all waters close to mid August. Any pattern that resembles a western green drake will do!