Clear Creek River Report
Clear Creek River Report
9-16-2025
Flows are starting to drop, and the lighter showers have discolored the water for a few hours, but it has generally cleared up quickly. That being said, still keep a eye on the forecast, as a good storm can change Clear Creek to chocolate milk fairly quick. Fishing continues to be excellent. Dry droppers Continue to be the way to go, and fish are spread out, so throw a few casts in every pocket you can find. You'll likely be rewarded. Still watch for snakes, which have been out, especially in the rockier areas with some vegetation. Expect tuber, and swimmers in the lower canyon on nicer days and weekends. Hatches have been midges, BWO, PMD's, Tricos, Caddis, and a few golden stones.
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For dries, throw a Para Ext PMD, Hippy Stomper, Water Walker, AR's BWO, Superman Caddis, Hi Viz Griffith's Gnat, Dry Humper and a Sexton's Grunch.
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For Nymphs/subsurface use a Perdichingon, Kelsar, AR's Perdigon, TrGodspeed Caddis, Croston, 2 Bit Hooker, Twisted CAddis, Juju Baetis, Split Case PMD, Poison Tung, Tung Poudre Pupa or a Spanish Bullet.
Guide Rating
5/5
Weather Experienced
- Temperature: LOwer 70's
- Wind Conditions: Breezy
- Precipitation: 50% chance of storms
Water Observations
- Water Temperature: Upper 50's
- Flow Level: 75.4 CFS
- Water Clarity: 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.
