Small Streams, August 6th, 2022

Palisades Reservoir tributaries are at base level flows with caddis life cycle, terrestrial insect and traditional attractor patterns, dry and wet, producing. Western green drakes should be significant on these waters soon.

If you travel to Teton Valley via State Highway 31 from Swan Valley, expect some delays because of two construction areas on the west side of Pine Creek Pass. The Teton River is fishing well with PMDs in full emerging swing and terrestrial insets making near-bank presentations very effective throughout the river in the valley. Weekends and mid-days will bring on a number of recreational floaters. Some are being guided by professionals.The river below the basin will be warmer because of the canyon heating during daytime hours. Beware of rattlesnakes here if you venture away from the river.

Warm River Spring

Warm River just below Warm River spring offers more tranquility than many area small streams. Mainly caddis-stone fly water here it also offers a small number of PMDs and a growing number of bank-side terrestrial insects.