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Penns Creek

Penns Creek Stream Report

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Water Level / Clarity: Currently 124 cfs, average is 162 cfs. /low

Water Temp: 60's | some color

Fishing Overview

Penns has dropped below July norm.. So keep an eye on water temps by 1100. Were back to that 90*s thing!
Fish the slower moving water near banks and bends. Be careful wading where you cannot see bottom and use a wading staff. Look for cahills, tan caddis and ISO. Terrestrials like ant and beetles are great searching patterns during the day. Nymphing has been good, with the best surface action towards sunset - but watch those temps and focus near cooler tributaries.

Hatches

Cahill (12-14)
Tan Caddis (14-18)
ISO (10-12)
BWO (18-22)
Yellow Sally (12-14)
Golden Stone (8-12)
Midges (20-24)

Hot Flies

BWO Patterns (18-22)
Cahill (12-14)
Sulphur (12-14)
Iron Lotus (16-20)
BWO Nymphs (18-22)
Frenchie (12-18)
Rubberleg Stone (6-10)
Biot Stone (10-14)
Guides Choice Hare's Ear (12-18)
Perdigeons (16-20)
Sexy Walt's Worm (12-18)
Zebra Midge (16-20)
Sparkle Minnow (4-10)
Slump Buster (6-10)
Galloup's Dungeon Olive/Black/Yellow (2-6)
Hare Sculpin Olive/Gold (2-4)

General Info

TCO State College:
2030 East College Ave. State College, PA 16801
Be sure to stop in the store next time you visit the area... we will be happy to share our favorite fly patterns with you.

Specific Tips

Look for rising fish here and there and throw those nymphs in likely holding lanes.
Might try dropping a big stimulator or small chubby into those slicks around fast water.
Checking the water temps in afternoon on warmer days a must. Please refrain from fishing over 68 degrees.
Perfect time to pursue smallies lower in the river. They love 70* and a boogle bug!
Tip of the month; See Spring Creek Tips.

Penns Creek Details

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