​FISHING REPORT

Updated - 1/3/25

Scroll down for links to information about Lodging,​
Maps and up to the minute Stream Flows

Current River Conditions: 181 CFS

Fishing Report- Fair to Good:

Though there is what is called a "voluntary closure" right now it is not illegal to fish the creek. The reason for the "voluntary closure" is that during this time of the year when the flows are low, the spawning fish are vulnurable to fishing pressure that may have a negative effect.  Keeping that in mind, with low flows and fish moving into the canyon section to spawn, the fishing should be good.  If you do go please be aware that the larger fish are there to spawn so make sure  you know what a spawning red looks like and please do not disturb any fish that are sitting on them.  If you are not sure what a spawning redd looks like please have a look at a video who's link is below.   

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For inormation on how to identify a spawning redd click below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVIol18qVM8

Some General Information About The Flies That Work On Putah

Because of all the recent rains, worm and terresterial (worms and beetles etc) will work well right now, in addition to the usual small midge patterns. 
 

It's all about nymphing on Putah so a double (or tripple) indicator fly rig with #18 to #22 nymphs will get you fish.  Try Zebra Midges in Olive, Gray, Black and Red, or WD-40s in the same  colors.  Perdigon's (ie. little Frenchies) in olive, red or black  seems to always work however. Fish will also eat flash back PTs , or any other mayfly pattern that's smaller than size #18.  Small Perdigon's work too. Good luck.

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Getting bored poking in and out of boutiques and
tasting rooms in the Napa area?
Why not spend a day fishing  for trophy trout with one of  our guides at close by Putah Creek.  We have guides who are on the
Putah every day no matter what the season. Give us a call email inquiry to california.flyfishing@gmail.com
or click here and we will set you up.

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See Hatch Chart at bottom of page!