Green (below Flaming Gorge) Fishing Forecast
Big browns from the reservoir
Open year-round
Year-round below Flaming Gorge Dam. Blue-ribbon fishery. Special regs in some sections
Today's Fishing Conditions
Fair
Updated 5:47 AM
41°F
841 CFS
3 AM - 5 AM
WD-40
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Quick Facts
Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Lake Trout
freestone
36°F - 46°F
March Fishing Tactics
Primary Targets
Recommended Tactics
Spring transition begins. BWOs emerge on overcast afternoons.
March Hatches
Skwala
Stonefly
Early season stonefly, hatches on warm afternoons
BWO
Mayfly
Blue Wing Olives hatch on overcast days, spring and fall
Midge
Midge
Year-round in tailwaters, winter staple
Year-Round Fishing Guide
| Month | Water Temp | Tactics |
|---|---|---|
| January | 32-38°F | Nymphing, Midges, Small Streamers |
| February | 32-40°F | Nymphing, Midges, Small Streamers |
| March(Now) | 36-46°F | Dry Flies, BWOs, Skwala |
| April | 42-52°F | Dry Flies, BWOs, Skwala |
| May | 48-58°F | Dry Flies, BWOs, Skwala |
| June | 54-64°F | Hoppers, Terrestrials, PMDs |
| July | 58-68°F | Hoppers, Terrestrials, PMDs |
| August | 60-70°F | Hoppers, Terrestrials, PMDs |
| September | 54-64°F | Streamers, BWOs, October Caddis |
| October | 46-56°F | Streamers, BWOs, October Caddis |
| November | 38-46°F | Streamers, BWOs, October Caddis |
| December | 32-40°F | Nymphing, Midges, Small Streamers |
Spawning Seasons
Please respect spawning fish and their redds. Avoid fishing over actively spawning trout.
Brown Trout
Spawn months: October, November
Night spawning common. Males become very dark with pronounced kype during spawn.
Rainbow Trout
Spawn months: March, April
Resident rainbow trout spawn in smaller tributaries and tend to build smaller redds than steelhead.
Lake Trout
Spawn months: October, November
Fall spawners. Unique among trout - do not build redds. Spawn over rocky shoals and reefs. Eggs incubate over winter and hatch in spring.
Access Points & Parking for Green (below Flaming Gorge)
Flaming Gorge Dam
Immediately below dam - trophy water.
Little Hole
Famous access to quality water.
Red Creek
Mid-section access.
Browns Park
Lower river access.
How to Fish Green (below Flaming Gorge): Tips & Tactics
The Green River below Flaming Gorge Dam is one of the finest tailwaters in the world, producing trophy brown and rainbow trout in incredible numbers.
Best Times of Day
Year-round fishing is excellent due to stable dam releases. The cicada hatch in summer is legendary. Fall brings aggressive brown trout.
Recommended Techniques
Match the prolific hatches - midges, BWOs, PMDs. Streamers produce trophy fish. Float fishing covers the most water.
Water Conditions
Cold dam releases create exceptional conditions. Water clarity is excellent. Fish counts exceed 8,000 trout per mile in the A section.
Fly Selection
Midge and BWO patterns essential. Cicada patterns in summer. Scuds and sowbugs year-round. Streamers for browns.
Local Knowledge
The A section below the dam is the trophy water. The cicada hatch is a unique event. Dutch John is the primary destination.
Local Tips
Dutch John is the destination town. The A section is trophy water. The cicada hatch is unique.
When is the Best Time to Fish Green (below Flaming Gorge)?
Spring
BWO hatches excellent. Great conditions.
Summer
Cicada hatch is legendary. Terrestrials.
Fall
Brown trout become aggressive. Trophy time.
Winter
Year-round tailwater stays productive.
Recommended Equipment for Green (below Flaming Gorge)
Rod
9-foot, 5 or 6-weight. 7-weight for streamers.
Line
Floating for dries. Sink-tip for streamers.
Leader & Tippet
9-12 foot leaders, 5X-6X tippet.
Waders
Breathable waders. Cold water year-round.
Essential Flies
Green (below Flaming Gorge) Fishing Regulations
Season
Open year-round.
Limits
Slot limits protect trophy fish. Check Utah DWR.
Special Regulations
A section has special regulations.
Bait Restrictions
Artificial flies and lures only.
Notes
One of the finest tailwaters in the world.
Always verify current regulations with Utah fish and wildlife agency before fishing. Regulations can change annually.
Fly Shops & Guides Near Green (below Flaming Gorge)
Local Fly Shops
- Trout Creek Flies - Dutch John
- Flaming Gorge Lodge
- Green River Outfitters
Guide Services
- Trout Creek Flies Guides
- Green River Guides
- Utah Fly Fishing
Optimal Fishing Conditions
Optimal Flow
800 - 2400 CFS
Best fishing conditions
Optimal Water Temperature
46° - 56°F
Ideal for active trout
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