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Big Fishing Creek

Big Fishing Creek Stream Report

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Water Level / Clarity: good levels and color

Water Temp: high 50's/low 60's

Fishing Overview

Fishing Creek has good color and flows. Nymphing has been great this week. Searching with terrestrials and small olive dries have been productive.

Hatches

Tan Caddis (16-18)
BWO (18-22)
ISO (10-12)
October Caddis (8-10)
Midges (20-24)
Crane Fly (14-16)

Hot Flies

BWO (18-22)
Tan Caddis (16-18)
Chubby Chernobyl (8-10)
Sunken Ant (12-16)
Greenie Weenie (12-16)
Hot Spot Beetle (12-16)
Guides Choice Hare's Ear (12-18)
Perdigeons (16-20)
Walt's Worm (12-18)
Zebra Midge (16-20)
Sparkle Minnow (4-10)
Slump Buster (6-10)

General Info

Remember that fishing is closed in the Cabin Water on Sundays. Call or stop by our State College location for more information on access, hatches, etc.

Specific Tips

Fishing Creek fish are notorious for hiding under rocks and eating sub-surface, stick with nymphs unless you see fish actively feeding on top. Try smaller streamers along the banks in low light. Don't be afraid to fish sunny runs and riffs. Fish shaded riffles through out the day.

Big Fishing Creek Details

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