Clear Creek River Report
Clear Creek River Report
10-6-2025
Flow got a boost with the rain, and the water is muddy in the lower canyon, and heavily stained in the upper. This will hopefully clear slowly, depending on the weather tonight. Even with some more rain, tomorrow is looking dry, through the rest of the week, which will clear the water, and gretly improve the fishing. For now, upsize flies, and use attractor patterns to get the fish's attention, with your favorite fly below the attractor. Still watch for snakes, which have been out, especially in the rockier areas with some vegetation. 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, Godspeed 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: Near 40 degrees
- Wind Conditions: Light breeze
- Precipitation: 50% chance of showers
Water Observations
- Water Temperature: Upper 50's
- Flow Level: 88.4 CFS
- Water Clarity: Muddy
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.
