The Miguel is rising and the San Miguel is in runoff mode

San Miguel River - CO


by Duranglers Crew
5-12-2025
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Water Conditions

SAN MIGUEL RIVER NEAR PLACERVILLE, CO

  • Temperature: 47.48 ° F
  • Streamflow: 193 ft³/s
  • Gage height: 4.77 ft
 

USGS

Rising/Falling

Rising

Fishing Conditions

The Miguel is rising and the San Miguel is in runoff mode. Water still may be a bit clear, so fishing will remain decent through the day as the water warms a bit..  Watch for Baetis hatches and spring caddis, otherwise, nymph rigs or even a streamer will yield some fish.Nymphs: Prince nymphs 10-16, Runt Stone Golden 12-16,  Pat’s Rubberlegs 8-12, 20 Incher 10-14, Flashback Pheasant Tail 14-20, Blowtorch Jig 14-16, San Juan Worms, Caddis Pupa.

Patterns/Bugs

BWO Dries 18-20: Parachute Adams, CDC Comparadun, Vis A Dun, Baetis Parachute.

Caddis Dries 14-20: Elk Hair Caddis, Peacock Caddis.



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