Working now in Marylandthe last 14 days

1. 01
   Woolly Bugger (Olive)streamer

   As water temperatures drop in the fall, trout become more aggressive, and this versatile streamer effectively imitates leeches and baitfish, which are consistent food sources.

   Catoctin Creekfrom 4 reports
   80%
2. 02
   Glo Bugegg

   Fall is egg season for trout, and egg patterns are highly effective below spawning areas, targeting opportunistic feeders.

   Gunpowder Fallsfrom 2 reports
   80%
3. 03
   Shad Dartdry

   American Shad are a known target species in the Susquehanna, and fall can see late-season fish. Small, bright attractor flies are effective.

   Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 1 report
   80%
4. 04
   Zebra Midgenymph

   Midges are a primary and consistent food source year-round, especially in cooler fall water, making this a reliable subsurface pattern for picky trout.

   Gunpowder Fallsfrom 5 reports
   80%
5. 05
   Soft Hackle Wet (Partridge & Orange)wet fly

   Caddis pupae and emergers can still be active in the fall, and this pattern is a versatile choice for swinging through runs.

   Gunpowder Fallsfrom 2 reports
   80%
6. 06
   Silversidesstreamer

   Fall is a prime time for baitfish migrations, and the Silversides imitation is an excellent choice for any striped bass still actively feeding in the Susquehanna River.

   Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 1 report
   80%
7. 07
   Woolly Bugger (Olive)streamer

   A versatile streamer, effective for imitating leeches and baitfish, which are consistent food sources for aggressive trout and smallmouth bass in the fall.

   Gunpowder Fallsfrom 4 reports
   80%
8. 08
   Flashback Baetis Nymphnymph

   Baetis nymphs are active subsurface during fall Blue-Winged Olive hatch periods, providing a consistent food source for trout.

   Gunpowder Fallsfrom 1 report
   80%
9. 09
   Hellgrammite Flynymph

   Hellgrammites are a consistent, high-protein food source for smallmouth bass year-round on rocky rivers, making this a reliable fall subsurface pattern.

   Gunpowder Fallsfrom 2 reports
   80%
10. 10
    Clouser Crayfishstreamer

    Crayfish are a primary food source for smallmouth bass in rocky river environments, making this a crucial subsurface pattern in the fall.

    Gunpowder Fallsfrom 1 report
    80%
11. 11
    Clouser Minnow (Saltwater)streamer

    A universal baitfish imitation, effective year-round for predatory species like striped bass in inshore waters, especially as they feed on baitfish during the fall.

    Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 1 report
    80%
12. 12
    Hellgrammite Flynymph

    Hellgrammites are a consistent, protein-rich food source for smallmouth bass in rocky rivers like the Susquehanna, making this a reliable subsurface pattern in fall.

    Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 2 reports
    80%
13. 13
    Woolly Bugger (Olive)streamer

    A versatile streamer, effective year-round for predatory fish like bass and trout, imitating leeches and baitfish in cooling fall waters.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 4 reports
    80%
14. 14
    Crayfish (Fly) (Olive/Rust)dry

    Crayfish are a primary food source for smallmouth and largemouth bass in rocky areas, making this a crucial subsurface pattern in fall.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 2 reports
    80%
15. 15
    Woolly Bugger (Olive) (Bass)streamer

    A classic and versatile streamer imitating leeches and baitfish, which are consistent food sources for bass and can entice strikes from the abundant flathead catfish in cooler fall waters.

    Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 1 report
    80%
16. 16
    Blood Dot Eggegg

    Fall is prime egg season for trout, as they key into salmon and trout eggs in the water.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 3 reports
    80%
17. 17
    Clouser Minnow (Bass) (Chartreuse/White)streamer

    This baitfish imitation is effective for predatory bass year-round, appealing to smallmouth and largemouth bass looking for juvenile fish in cooling waters.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 1 report
    80%
18. 18
    Mop Flynymph

    Given the dominance of flathead catfish in the Susquehanna River, this grub/larvae imitation is a proven workhorse for enticing strikes from these opportunistic bottom feeders.

    Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 1 report
    80%
19. 19
    Blue-Winged Olive Comparadundry

    Blue-Winged Olives (BWOs) actively hatch in fall, especially on overcast days, making this low-profile dry fly excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 3 reports
    80%
20. 20
    Zebra Midgenymph

    Midges are a primary and consistent food source year-round, becoming increasingly important for subsurface trout as other insect activity slows in fall.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 5 reports
    80%
21. 21
    Scud (Pink/Orange)nymph

    Freshwater shrimp (scuds) are a consistent food source in lake environments with aquatic vegetation year-round, effective for opportunistic trout and bass.

    Deep Creek Lakefrom 1 report
    80%
22. 22
    Crayfish (Fly) (Olive/Rust)dry

    Crayfish are a primary food source for smallmouth bass and the abundant flathead catfish in the Susquehanna River's rocky habitats. Stripping this along the bottom can trigger aggressive takes.

    Susquehanna River (Conowingo Dam Tailrace)from 2 reports
    80%
23. 23
    Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymphnymph

    Mimics active mayfly nymphs, a consistent food source for trout in fall.

    Antietam Creekfrom 1 report
    80%
24. 24
    Zebra Midgenymph

    Midges are a primary and consistent food source for trout year-round, especially in cooler fall temperatures.

    Antietam Creekfrom 5 reports
    80%
25. 25
    Blue-Winged Olive Comparadundry

    Excellent for selective trout feeding on BWO adults during fall hatches, especially on overcast days.

    Antietam Creekfrom 3 reports
    80%

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