Uncompahgre River Fish Report

This is going to be one of the few river options for a bit as it’s a tailwater

Uncompahgre River - CO

by Duranglers Crew
5-4-2023
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UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER BELOW RIDGWAY RESERVOIR, CO

Flow: 467 ft³/s
Water Level: 2.85 ft

USGS

Rising/Falling

Bumped up

Fishing Conditions

This is going to be one of the few river options for a bit as it’s a tailwater.

Expect nymphing to be the most productive. Flows have been bumped so you may need a bit more weight, but less stealth now. Try out a Euro nymph rig, enjoy life, and have fun no matter where you are, right?

Patterns/Bug

Midges 18-24: Sidewinder Midge Pupa, Tav’s Big Mac, Black Midge Pupa 18-22.

Mayfly Nymphs: Thread Baetis, Jujubaetis, Split Back BWO, Killer Mayfly 18-24. Juan’s Sniper Baetis 20-24.

Attractors: San Juan Worms, Annelids, Pheasant Tails 16-20, Orange Crush Jig 14-16, Duracell 12-14, Frenchie 12-16, Tung Soft Spot 12-16.

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Duranglers Reports

for Thursday, May 4th, 2023

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Piedra River: High, cold, blown out, whatever
Los Pinos River: Los Pinos River Report
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Florida River: The flows have been dropped to under 100
San Miguel River: The San Miguel is Opening Up
Gunnison River- Black Canyon: Runoff has started and the Gunny will be dirty

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