Clear Creek River Report
Clear Creek River Report
10-28-2024
Not a whole lot has changed on Clear Creek. Flows continue to be steady, and the water up higher is getting colder, so generally a super early start is not neccesary. We recommend starting with a dry dropper and adjusting from there. Hatches have been primarily BWO's, and midges.
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For dries, throw a Griffith's Gnat, Hippy Stomper, GBF Para Wulff, No See Um Midge, Patriot, Hi Vis Parachute BWO, Front End Loader, Mole Fly and a AR's BWO.
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For Nymphs/subsurface use a Zebra Midge, Glo Bug, Spanish Perdigon, Pandemic May in BWO, Baby Gonga, Aero Baetis, Jigged Leech, Juju Baetis, Tung Wonder Nymph, Poison Tung, Thin Mint, or a Sulpzilla
Guide Rating
4/5
Weather Experienced
- Temperature: Upper 60's (upper canyon)
- Wind Conditions: Breezy
- Precipitation: None
Water Observations
- Water Temperature: Upper 40's
- Flow Level: 49 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.