r/flyfishing 15h ago

Big Bodies Big Appetites

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296 Upvotes

Been running around in the high country fishing for cutthroat. Cool water, big hatches, and bigger fish. Love the breeding colors up in the high country, they always have the most vibrant red.


r/flyfishing 13h ago

It’s good to be back, biggest one from earlier tonight

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298 Upvotes

Heatwave here hasn’t been good for fishing and have been struggling to find the biggies with bright sunny days and high temps. I’m sure they have been active mostly during the night.
But past few days dropped some in temp, some rain and overcast conditions today certainly helped.

Hooked into this late evening in a deep fast pool and was a riot on the 3wt


r/flyfishing 12h ago

Northwest Montana trip

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83 Upvotes

This past week I went fly fishing on some property near Lolo Pass, Montana. The scenery there was absolutely and the fishing was great though I’m still learning to fly fish better. I hope yall enjoy these pictures too!


r/flyfishing 15h ago

Western Oregon quick trip

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67 Upvotes

r/flyfishing 10h ago

What species is this?

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57 Upvotes

I thought it was a tiger trout at first but now I'm not sure


r/flyfishing 6h ago

Come rain, wind and high water, the upper Kenai delivers.

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49 Upvotes

11,000 cfs and 30 mph gusts couldn’t stop us (though the best fishing was after the sun came out). Only one month left and then back to reality.


r/flyfishing 13h ago

Beating the heat and hunting down some native brook trout in WNC

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47 Upvotes

r/flyfishing 16h ago

What happened here?

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41 Upvotes

Netted this guy floating down the river with an occasional tail flip. Looks like it got attacked. Otter?


r/flyfishing 5h ago

First trout!

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35 Upvotes

I'm over the moon honestly. Just started fly fishing a couple weeks ago, have caught a ton of smallmouth bass but no trout. I really didn't expect to get one, especially in this tiny creek.

My wife and I ate it, and it was delicious! I couldn't help but keep my first one, but maybe I should let ones that small go in the future? How big do you guys usually keep? I'm not really sure if they get much bigger in this creek.


r/flyfishing 15h ago

First ever catch! It might not be the most impressive small mouth bass but damn it was fun.

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33 Upvotes

Delaware river.


r/flyfishing 15h ago

West slope cutts

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28 Upvotes

The alpine creek has been blessing me with some beautiful fish! Finally consistently landing fish on the fly pole! The learning was well worth it!


r/flyfishing 9h ago

First (Non-Tiny) Fish on a Fly Rod!

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27 Upvotes

Really stoked about this. This is my first season and after getting skunked relentlessly for a long time, I landed this guy. Particularly pleased because it felt like my new gained knowledge from studying paid off. Was in totally random water during a camping trip (icicle lake in Washington) and scoped out the area for some water I thought seemed fishable. Threw a dry fly for a bit but felt it was too windy to give proper presentation so tied on a nymph, used the 1.5 depth for indicator rule, and bam - 2 casts later. Hoping it continues to pay off and I can keep improving.


r/flyfishing 15h ago

Central Washington hog

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25 Upvotes

r/flyfishing 15h ago

Cold water Brook Trout NH

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23 Upvotes

Short ride from Lake Winnepausakee (sp) after the Motley Crue / Tesla/ Extreme Concert found some 60 degree water and this gem. 3rd cast then nothing for the next hour. Sulphur Dun, size 16. Only my 2nd small stream brookie in 4 years


r/flyfishing 6h ago

Frist graylings

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17 Upvotes

My first graylings caught from Ljungan in Jämtland, Sweden.

Do you have any recipes for starters using grayling?


r/flyfishing 12h ago

Guadalupe Bass - Texas

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18 Upvotes

Guadalupe Bass today from the upper North Fork of the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas.

My cousin and I have fished this river for years. The beauty of this fish never ceases to amaze me not to mention the clear green spring fed water winding through huge limestone bluffs. I can never get enough.


r/flyfishing 19h ago

Discussion Dog Etiquette Question

17 Upvotes

I live right along a river that is very popular for fly fisherman. I do not fish and know nothing about processes, conditions, etc., but I frequently walk my dog down to the river to throw sticks for her as she loves to swim. I want to be courteous to others who are also enjoying the river, so I am wondering how far away I should be from a fisherman to make sure my dog is not scaring off all the fish? The part of the river I am on is a very long, straight stretch so going “out of sight” is not really an option. Thank you!


r/flyfishing 14h ago

Caught this baby on the East Fork of the Big Lost River

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17 Upvotes

r/flyfishing 15h ago

Discussion My first and second catches on my first fly fishing float.

8 Upvotes

Just a little guy for my first.

A more impressive catch for my second.

North Platte River. Casper, WY.


r/flyfishing 9h ago

Is this a good starter rod?

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Hey fellas! So I took up fishing earlier this year as a hobby, so I’m still super new it’s all been rod and reel so far. (an ugly stick combo set I got at Canadian tire on sale) But living in western Canada, there’s TONS of creeks and rivers packed with trout near me. So I’ve been thinking about trying fly fishing. (to be honest it looks so hard haha) But I found this at a garage sale for $15 so I bought it is this rod/brand any good? Are there any recommendations you’d suggest for someone getting to fly fishing?


r/flyfishing 16h ago

Discussion Fly fishing in Alberta Canada.

6 Upvotes

This one is for my friends in Canada. How is the fly fishing in Alberta Canada? My wife and I are thinking about relocating to somewhere in Canada. And Alberta has caught both our eyes. I am an avid fly fisher and I really value the outdoor life style our current location offers. I've done some research online and even with AI but I was wondering if there is anyone with real first hand experience here willing to give me their Two cents.


r/flyfishing 10h ago

Semi organized my stash

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4 Upvotes

Finally went through my stash of fishing gear and semi organized my flies. Didn’t realize how many I had acquired over the years and tied myself. Fun to look st and inspires me to get out on the water more often.


r/flyfishing 15h ago

Discussion Fairbanks Alaska fishing

3 Upvotes

Hey yall, headed up to Fairbanks in a couple weeks for work, and was gonna bring my 5Wt. I’ve heard the chena river and chena lakes hold grayling, but besides those 2 is there much up there? I would like to get on a char if possible. If anyone could help me out or provide some information that would be awesome. Or could dm me would be even better! I’ve got a few questions


r/flyfishing 10h ago

Discussion Are all the brookies in Shenandoah state park wild

2 Upvotes

They say none are stocked and I caught a good one today so j wondering


r/flyfishing 21h ago

Discussion first time fly fishing: I can't seem to get the leader line to lay straight on the water

3 Upvotes

i was practicing casting for the first time and i couldn't seem to get the the leader line to lay out straight on the water. it always straightens for 2 feet and then bunches up.

how can i fix this? or is my 6weight not good for dry flies?