Stream Report 8.25.22

Current streamflow- 88cfs

Water temps- 60-67°

Hatches:
Yellow Sallies
Golden stoneflies
Blue-winged olives

The hunt for brookies in high places continues as the end of summer burns on and we patiently wait for Fall weather and Delayed Harvest.

Now is a great time to fish the upper Tellico, the more well-known tributaries, or strike out onto that blue line on the map that you've always wondered about. Whatever you choose, you'll largely have it to yourself this time of year.

There are a few hatches still going on, but our major hatches are winding down for the summer season. But that doesn't mean that the trout aren't hungry or aren't still looking up for an easy meal. Bushy dry flies that imitate terrestrials or stoneflies have been the best patterns to use lately. Also try an ant or beetle pattern. Small nymphs such as thread frenchies and rainbow warriors are great options in the low, late summer streamflows.

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Stream Report 8.11.22

Current streamflow- 159cfs

Water temps- 60-70°+ depending on location

Hatches:
Yellow sallies
Golden stoneflies
Salmonflies
Tan caddis

We're starting the day off with scattered showers up in the mountains. More rain is expected this afternoon and evening, potentially exceeding 1/4" of rainfall. Air temps for the rest of the week and weekend are predicted to be highs in the 80s and lows in the mid 60s. This is great news as we are finally getting a break from the mid 90s that have persisted since June.

Water temps have been dropping with the cooler air temps but lower elevations are likely still in the potentially lethal zone above 68°F. Continue to focus on fishing the water from Green Cove upstream to the state line or the higher elevations of the tributaries (generally 2,000'+) to find safe water temps if you plan to catch and release. Play, land and release trout as quickly as possible.

Since stocking has ceased on the Tellico and Citico until Delayed Harvest this fall, you will mostly find wild trout in both of these streams with the occasional holdover trout as a bonus.

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Stream Report 8.03.22

Current Streamflow- 276cfs

Water Temp- 63-70F depending on location

Hatches: Yellow Sallies, Tan Caddis, Golden Stoneflies

Hot Flies: Neversink Caddis, Purple Haze, Griffith’s Gnat, Rainbow Warrior, Copper John, Jigged Bugger

Streams in the Tellico area are currently running above the median flow this week thanks to frequent showers over the past several days. This late in the summer, we’re happy to get whatever rain we can get. Water temps are still pretty good for this time of year as well. You’ll find temps in the low 60s from Green Cove upstream to the NC state line and in the tributaries. Hatches of yellow sallies and golden stoneflies are still consistent enough to entice a trout to rise.

Weekly trout stocking has ended on the Tellico River and Citico Creek for the season. You’ll still need the Tellico/Citico Daily Permit and the river will continue to be closed Thursdays and Fridays in the permit area until August 15th per TWRA regulations.

Take advantage of the higher water this weekend. The trout will be less spooky and feeding comfortably in the increased flows.

Give us a call, shoot us a message or stop by the shop for the latest conditions. Tight lines.