Lyman Falls State Parkon Ammonoosuc River
River flow last 30 days
Ammonoosuc River season closed October 15th
- 01Ammonoosuc River season closed October 15th.
- 02Water temperatures were 45°F, with air temperatures around 33°F and overcast skies.
- 03River flows were very low at 89.3 cfs, concentrating fish in deeper water.
- 04Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches were anticipated, with nymphs and streamers proving most effective.
- 05Trout species (Rainbow, Brown, Brook) and Landlocked Salmon were the primary targets leading up to the closure.
What to tie on at Lyman Falls State Park
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Soft Hackle Wet (Partridge & Orange)
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports. This wet fly effectively imitates caddis pupae and emergers, which can still be active in fall, making it versatile when swung through currents.
Buy at AmazonBead Head Woolly Bugger (Olive)
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports as a go-to streamer for current conditions, imitating leeches and baitfish, which are excellent for aggressive fall trout and salmon.
Black Ghost Streamer
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports as a historically effective streamer pattern for migrating Landlocked Salmon. Ideal for aggressive fall salmon.
Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) Comparadun
Recent angler reports suggest watching for BWO hatches, which are prominent in the fall, especially on overcast days. This low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults.
Buy at AmazonPale Morning Dun Thorax
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports. Indicates PMD activity, which can persist into early fall, providing selective dry fly opportunities for rising trout.
Hendrickson
Hendricksons are a key early spring hatch in the region, offering a prime dry fly opportunity for opportunistic trout.
Buy at AmazonOrange Tungsten Eggs
Trout remain keyed into egg patterns during the spring spawning season, particularly with recent stocking events.
Haystack Caddis
Caddis adults are becoming active in spring, and this pattern effectively imitates larger caddis, drawing aggressive strikes from trout.
March Brown Dry
March Browns are actively hatching in early spring, making this a primary dry fly for rising trout.
New Hampshire season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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