Working now in New Jerseythe last 14 days

1. 01
   Pine Squirrel Leech (Olive)streamer

   Small leech patterns effectively mimic sluggish baitfish and annelids in cooling water, enticing strikes from larger, lethargic trout and other predatory species.

   Paulins Killfrom 1 report
   80%
2. 02
   Isonychia Dundry

   Isonychia continue to hatch into the fall, and a size 14 imitation will effectively target rising trout keyed into these larger mayflies.

   Delaware Riverfrom 2 reports
   80%
3. 03
   Glo Bugegg

   Fall is spawning season for some trout species, and egg patterns are highly effective for opportunistic trout feeding on loose eggs in the drift.

   Delaware Riverfrom 1 report
   80%
4. 04
   Woolly Bugger (Olive)streamer

   A highly versatile streamer that imitates leeches and baitfish, which remain a consistent food source for both trout and smallmouth bass in the Delaware River as water temperatures cool.

   Delaware Riverfrom 5 reports
   80%
5. 05
   Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) Comparadundry

   Fall BWO hatches are a staple on the Delaware River, especially on overcast days, making this low-profile dry fly excellent for selective trout.

   Delaware Riverfrom 1 report
   80%
6. 06
   Clouser Crayfish (river)streamer

   Crayfish are a primary food source for smallmouth bass in the rocky sections of the Delaware River, making this a crucial subsurface pattern when stripped along the bottom.

   Delaware Riverfrom 1 report
   80%
7. 07
   Elk Hair Caddisdry

   Caddis are still active on the Delaware River in the fall, and this versatile pattern is excellent for imitating adult caddis during emergence or as a general searching dry.

   Delaware Riverfrom 1 report
   80%
8. 08
   Flashback Baetis Nymphnymph

   As BWO hatches continue in the fall, this nymph pattern effectively imitates their subsurface activity, enticing strikes from trout keying on emerging insects.

   Delaware Riverfrom 1 report
   80%
9. 09
   Pheasant Tail Nymphnymph

   Mayfly nymphs, including active BWO nymphs, are abundant subsurface year-round, making this a consistent producer for trout, especially when fished in a nymphing rig.

   Delaware Riverfrom 4 reports
   80%
10. 10
    October Caddis (Dry)dry

    The largest caddis hatch of the year occurs in the fall, making this a prime pattern for opportunistic trout looking for a substantial meal on the surface.

    Paulins Killfrom 2 reports
    80%
11. 11
    Blue-Winged Olive Comparadundry

    Fall Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches are a key event, and this low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults in the film.

    Paulins Killfrom 2 reports
    80%
12. 12
    Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymphnymph

    This is an excellent general searching nymph, mimicking various active mayfly nymphs, including BWOs, that are prevalent in the current during the fall.

    Paulins Killfrom 1 report
    80%
13. 13
    Zebra Midgenymph

    Midges are a primary and consistent food source for trout year-round, and this nymph is an essential subsurface pattern, especially as water temperatures cool in the fall.

    Paulins Killfrom 2 reports
    80%
14. 14
    Woolly Bugger (Olive)streamer

    A versatile and reliable streamer pattern, the olive Woolly Bugger imitates leeches and baitfish, which are crucial food sources for aggressive trout in the cooler fall waters.

    Paulins Killfrom 5 reports
    80%
15. 15
    Crayfish (Fly) (Olive/Rust)dry

    Crayfish are a consistent and important food source for smallmouth and largemouth bass, especially in the rocky areas of Lake Hopatcong. Effective when stripped along the bottom.

    Lake Hopatcongfrom 1 report
    80%
16. 16
    Blood Dot Eggegg

    With fall progressing, opportunistic trout may key into egg patterns, especially if any early brown trout spawning activity is occurring.

    Paulins Killfrom 4 reports
    80%
17. 17
    Hare's Ear Nymphnymph

    This classic and versatile searching nymph imitates various active aquatic insects year-round, making it a reliable choice for subsurface feeding in the Paulins Kill this fall.

    Paulins Killfrom 1 report
    80%
18. 18
    PMD (Pale Morning Duns)dry

    Pale Morning Duns are actively hatching in fall, providing a key food source for opportunistic feeders, and this dry fly is effective for matching them.

    Paulins Killfrom 2 reports
    80%
19. 19
    Comparadun (BWO)dry

    Blue-Winged Olives are a common fall hatch on freestone rivers.

    Pequest Riverfrom 1 report
    80%
20. 20
    Woolly Bugger (Olive)streamer

    A versatile streamer imitating leeches and baitfish, effective for enticing aggressive trout in colder fall water.

    Pequest Riverfrom 5 reports
    80%
21. 21
    Isonychia Dundry

    Isonychia are actively hatching on freestone rivers in the fall, targeting rising trout.

    Pequest Riverfrom 2 reports
    80%
22. 22
    Olive Woolly Buggerstreamer

    A highly versatile streamer imitating leeches and baitfish, which are consistent food sources for predatory bass, trout, crappie, and perch in Lake Hopatcong during the fall.

    Lake Hopatcongfrom 1 report
    80%
23. 23
    Perch Patternstreamer

    Perch fry are a prime food source for larger predatory fish in the fall. This pattern is excellent for enticing strikes from aggressive bass, trout, crappie, and larger perch.

    Lake Hopatcongfrom 1 report
    80%
24. 24
    Mysis Shrimpnymph

    Mysis shrimp are a consistent food source in large lakes like Lake Hopatcong. Fishing this pattern dead drift near the bottom can be highly effective for subsurface feeders, including trout, crappie, and perch.

    Lake Hopatcongfrom 1 report
    80%
25. 25
    Chironomid Pupanymph

    Midge pupae are a year-round staple in stillwaters. In fall, as water temperatures cool, fish will often key in on these abundant subsurface insects. Effective for trout, crappie, and perch.

    Lake Hopatcongfrom 1 report
    80%

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