Access point

Franklin Falls Accesson Baker River

Good wading stretches and tailwater-like conditions near the confluence with the Pemigewasset.

Baker River report Directions43.4550°N, 71.6540°W

Bite report · week of Oct 4

What's working on Baker River

01Brook Trout are keying into egg patterns as some fish begin their spawning activities.
02Expect intermittent Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches, especially on warmer, overcast afternoons, providing dry fly opportunities.
03Subsurface nymphing with Pheasant Tails, Baetis nymphs, and midge imitations remains consistently productive.
04Streamers like Woolly Buggers and Muddler Minnows are effective for targeting larger, aggressive Brook Trout in deeper pools and runs.
05October Caddis dry flies can attract attention during the mid-day hours.

What to tie on at Franklin Falls Access

Picked from recent reports for this stretch.

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Elk Hair Caddis

#14#16#18

Caddis are active throughout the summer, and this is a staple imitation for adult caddis on freestone rivers.

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San Juan Worm

#10#12#14

Highly effective after any winter snowmelt or rain; the high visibility of the worm often triggers strikes from lethargic winter fish.

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Woolly Bugger (Black)

#4#6#8

A versatile streamer pattern, effective year-round, that imitates leeches and baitfish. Its dark profile is good for colder, potentially stained water and targeting larger trout.

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Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun

#18#20#22

Blue-Winged Olives often have active hatches in the fall, particularly on overcast days, making this low-profile dry fly excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults.

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Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymph

#14#16#18

An excellent general searching nymph, mimicking various active aquatic insects including emerging Blue-Winged Olive nymphs, which are prominent in fall.

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