Clear Creek River Report
Clear Creek River Report
2-3-2025
A good ammount of Clear Creek west of Golden is still frozen over. Areas are starting to open up, but as of today not really enough to fish. Hatches have been primarily midges.
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For dries, throw a Griffith's Gnat, Hippy Stomper, Hanging Midge, No See Um Midge, Boroff's Midge, Hi Viz Quill Midge, Mole Fly and a CDC Spent Midge.
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For Nymphs/subsurface use a Zebra Midge, Glo Bug, AR's Perdigon, Black Beauty Emerger, TH Hot Spot Nymph, Roza's Neon Jig, Gooey Midge Pupa, Jigged Leech, Disco Midge, T-Midge, Poison Tung, Black Beauty, or a Boroff's Homie
Guide Rating
2/5
Weather Experienced
- Temperature: Near 70 (lower canyon)
- Wind Conditions: Breezy
- Precipitation: None
Water Observations
- Water Temperature: Low 30's
- Flow Level: 43.1 CFS
- Water Clarity: Near crystal clear
About Clear Creek Fly Fishing
When all the rivers and streams seem to be overloaded with anglers, Clear Creek always has an empty hole to fish. Clear Creek parallels I-70 from just east of Idaho Springs to Georgetown. Idaho Springs is 32 miles west of Denver. For access to the stream, take exit 240 at Idaho Springs. Turn left, then turn right on old Highway 6. The stream is open to fishing most of its length.
The water can be swift, so care should be taken while wading. a basic 4- or 5-weight outfit is fine, but bring plenty of split shot.