Salmonfly Hatch at the Colorado River: A Quick Fishing Report in Fraser, CO
May 4, 2018
One of the most famous insect hatches happens every year in early June on the Colorado River. The salmonfly is one of the bugs most commonly used in fly fishing. Also referred to as giant stoneflies and willow flies, these flies emerge every year in June in a massive fishing event simply known as “the hatch.” During this time, fishers will travel from all over the world to start fly fishing during this salmonfly hatch on the Colorado, Madison and Gunnison rivers. Trout, especially young trout, love these bugs, which makes them outstanding fly fishing bait. This makes it a... View Article