Great fishing is happening right now on the McC

McCloud River - CA


by The Fly Shop
5-14-2026
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Fishing conditions:  Great

Report: Great fishing is happening right now on the McC! Be on the lookout for the big stones to come off in force soon. Some random mayflies are coming off daily, some March Browns, PMDs and a few drakes. Perdigons, Frenchies, Rubberlegs and the RK Sin City are good flies. Look for Green Drakes to come off later this week when we get the stormy weather. The Salmonflies will be hatching shortly, so keep your eyes open and a Chubby Chernobyl tied on if you are fishing dry-dropper. Fishing tailouts with streamers like Barr's olive or black Slumpbuster or your favorite Sculpin will produce. Streamers can net a big Brown. To reserve a day with one of our expert guides to experience one of the most picturesque streams in the north state, call Bryan in Outfitters at 800-669-3474.
Hot Flies:

Morrish's Adult October Caddis
Pat's Rubberlegs
Mercer's Tungsten October Pupa
Olive Hotspot
Coppertop Duracell
• Sweet Pea - #16/
• Copper John Red - #16/
Jigged Birds Nest - Natural, Hot Spot #14-16
Walt's Worm




Seeing more Salmonflies down by the weir in the lower section
Hat Creek

5-12-2026
Fishing conditions:  Good Report: We are seeing more Salmonflies down by the weir in the lower section, there are Yellow Sallies and...... Read More