Klamath River Report

Klamath River - Lower - Klamath, CA (Humboldt County)

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Orvis Company

by Orvis Company
2-10-2020

dead drift nymphs Strip streamers in slower waters
 
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby:Roe Outfitters

Water flow: 2,500 plus cfs

Visibility: 24 inches

Water temperature at mid-day: 42 Degrees F

Water condition: Moderately Turbid

Best time of day to fish: All day

Best stretch: Wild and scenic

Best access point: Topsy Grade Rd

Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:

golden stones caddis streamers Bwo nymphs

Fish species: Trout, Salmon, steelhead

Fishing season: Year around in wild and scenic, October 1 - June 15 keno stretch

Nearest airport: Crater Lake Klamath Falls Regional Airport (LMT)

Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader

Recommended fly fishing tippet: 3X Tippet

Best fly fishing rod: 9' 6 Weight Fly Rod

Best floating fly line: WF Trout Fly Line

Best sinking fly line: Coldwater Intermediate




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