Frying Pan River
CO
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River
About Frying Pan River
The Frying Pan River, a 14-mile Gold Medal trout stream east of Basalt, Colorado, offers exceptional fly fishing for wild Brown, Rainbow, Cutthroat, and Brook trout. This scenic tailwater, flowing through a canyon with evergreen pines and red sandstone formations, provides ample public access along its 8-9 miles of Gold Medal waters. Anglers can expect excellent dry fly opportunities with prolific Green Drake mayflies, and during spring and fall, hatches of Blue Wing Olive flies are significant. Winter fishing is also productive, with large midge hatches and opportunities for big fish. A 9-foot 5-weight fly rod with floating line and 3X-6X tippet is recommended for nymphing and dry fly presentations.
Access
Seasons
Terrain
Water
Fish Species
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
Cutthroat
Brook Trout
Fishing Styles
undefined USGS Water Conditions
Water conditions for the last 7 days. You can gain insights to fishing activity based on these conditions, like water temperature and flow.
Data sourced from the USGS National Water Information System
Methods
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Wade Friendly
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Float Friendly
Land Ownership
Public Forest Service
State Wildlife Area
Trip Planning
Best fishing typically occurs during spring and summer. Check water conditions before heading out.
See what insects are emerging on Frying Pan River's hatch forecast — including active hatches, water temperatures, and which patterns to have in your box this month.