The Lower Owens River is flowing clear and cool thanks to a healthy flow of 300-350 cfs.  This healthy flow rate for this time of year keeps the river running cool and clear. This keeps the weeds down and the Wild brown trout of the Lower Owens River very happy.
Fish it in your usual areas and of course, look for slower moving water and foam seams (foam is home) Waders are still not needed as wet wading is the most comfortable way to spend your day in Bishop.  Some consistent Dry Fly action can be found in the early morning and late evening hours.  Some PMD action still exists,  and caddis are out.  Fish most of these patterns in sizes #16-18. Nymphing will take fish all day long when plopped in front of the wild and selective fish of the Lower Owens.  Samples of Fly selections we are using include; Green Caddis Worms, Electric Rock Worm and Diving Caddis #16-18,  Midge patterns – Larvae and Emergers #18-20.  May Fly Nymphs and Emergers #16-20. The Lower Owens River of the Eastern Sierra  continues to be the place to fish if you want beautiful flowing water full-of wild trout. 

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