Updated October 15, 2026

    Working now for Bull Troutthe last 14 days

    Live, confidence-scored fly recommendations for Bull Trout across 13 tracked waters. Top 25 ranked by FlyFindr score from the last 14 days.
    13Waters with bull trout
    13Reports read
    Oct 5Updated
    1. 01

      Recently recommended jig nymph in the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River reports, effective for prospecting deep runs and riffles for trout.

      95%
    2. 02

      Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports for the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River, effective for targeting aggressive trout looking for baitfish or leeches in the current conditions.

      95%
    3. 03

      Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports for the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River, effective for getting down to fish feeding on active mayfly nymphs and providing added movement to trigger strikes.

      95%
    4. 04

      Directly recommended in recent angler reports as a productive large attractor dry fly for the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River, ideal for 'afternoon shots' or as a lead fly in a dry-dropper rig.

      90%
    5. 05

      Recent intelligence signals indicate BWOs are beginning to appear, a low-profile dry fly excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults during fall hatches.

      90%
    6. 06

      Recent intelligence signals indicate October Caddis are beginning to appear, making this a prime dry fly for rising trout during fall hatches.

      90%
    7. 07
      Beetleterrestrial

      Terrestrial beetles are still present in early fall, offering a surface meal for opportunistic trout near shaded banks, particularly effective on warmer afternoons.

      85%
    8. 08

      While moving past peak terrestrial season, grasshoppers remain a viable option on warmer days along grassy banks, especially when used as an attractor.

      85%
    9. 09

      Large stonefly nymphs are a year-round food source in the McKenzie River, and this weighted pattern is excellent for getting deep in the current.

      McKenzie Riverfrom 7 reports
      80%
    10. 10

      Blue-Winged Olives are a classic fall hatch, and this low-profile dry fly effectively imitates adults for selective trout.

      Slate Creekfrom 4 reports
      80%
    11. 11

      BWO emergers are crucial during fall hatches, and this high-visibility pattern helps spot subtle takes from trout feeding in the film.

      Slate Creekfrom 3 reports
      80%
    12. 12

      The October Caddis is a significant late-season hatch in many western rivers, providing opportunities for aggressive dry fly takes.

      Slate Creekfrom 5 reports
      80%
    13. 13

      Jujubaetis is a highly effective baetis nymph pattern, consistently productive for trout feeding on subsurface nymphs in fall.

      Slate Creekfrom 3 reports
      80%
    14. 14

      Midges are a primary and consistent food source year-round, and this weighted nymph is excellent for enticing finicky trout in cooling water.

      Slate Creekfrom 4 reports
      80%
    15. 15

      Large stonefly nymphs are a year-round, high-calorie food source, and this weighted pattern is excellent for getting deep in freestone creeks.

      Slate Creekfrom 7 reports
      80%
    16. 16

      Small leech patterns effectively mimic sluggish baitfish and annelids in cold fall water, enticing strikes from larger, predatory trout.

      Slate Creekfrom 4 reports
      80%
    17. 17

      Fall is spawning season for some fish, making egg patterns a crucial, high-protein food source for opportunistic trout.

      Slate Creekfrom 9 reports
      80%
    18. 18

      Lake Pend Oreille is a large, deep lake, and Mysis shrimp are a staple food source for trout, Kokanee, and Burbot in such environments.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 1 report
      80%
    19. 19

      Imitates Kokanee and Whitefish, key forage for Lake Trout and Bull Trout in deep lakes.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 1 report
      80%
    20. 20

      Midges are a consistent food source, and this weighted pattern is effective for targeting subsurface feeders in deep, cold water.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 4 reports
      80%
    21. 21

      Kokanee Salmon are present and likely spawning or dropping eggs, attracting opportunistic feeders like trout and char.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 9 reports
      80%
    22. 22

      Leeches are a consistent food source for predatory fish like Lake Trout, Bull Trout, and larger Rainbows in stillwaters.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 1 report
      80%
    23. 23

      Midges are a primary and consistent food source year-round in stillwaters, especially in deep lakes like Pend Oreille.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 1 report
      80%
    24. 24

      A versatile pattern mimicking baitfish and leeches, crucial for opportunistic predators in deep, cold water.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 4 reports
      80%
    25. 25

      Kokanee Salmon are present and likely dropping eggs, making this a relevant pattern for trout and char during the fall spawning season.

      Lake Pend Oreillefrom 1 report
      80%

    Ranked by Fly Findr confidence across recommendations from the last 14 days on waters that hold Bull Trout. Mentions count approved bite reports in the same window.