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Big Fishing Creek

Big Fishing Creek Stream Report

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Water Level / Clarity: Gage height: 2.17 ft | Low

Water Temp: 40's | clear

Fishing Overview

Fishing Creek is low and clear. Long casts and a light leader is the ticket to success. Look for midges and BWO on top. Streamers will move fish in low light or on cloudy days.
Please be aware of redds/spawning fish and DO NOT target them. Look out for clear patches of gravel, avoid those areas and help protect the amazing resource we all enjoy!

Hatches

BWO (18-22)
Midges (20-24)

Hot Flies

BWO's (18-22)
Tan Caddis (16-18)
Perdigeons (16-20)
Frenchie (14-18)
Caddis Pupa (14-18)
Rubberlegs Stone (10-14)
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 Dry dropping a larger october caddis Imitation with a bwo nymph underneath. No fishing Sundays at the Cabins section.

Big Fishing Creek Details

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