Blanco State Park Accesson Blanco River (Blanco State Park & Wimberley Reach)
What's working on Blanco River
- 01Subsurface patterns mimicking crustaceans and aquatic larvae are key.
- 02Streamers imitating baitfish and leeches are effective for aggressive bass.
- 03On warmer, overcast afternoons, don't rule out topwater presentations for sunfish and smaller bass.
What to tie on at Blanco State Park Access
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Crayfish (Fly)
Crayfish are a staple for bass in rocky areas, and these patterns effectively imitate them.
Buy at AmazonSan Juan Worm
Aquatic worms are flushed into the water after spring rains or runoff, providing an easy and attractive meal for sunfish throughout the season.
Buy at AmazonG.H. Caddis Larva
Caddis larvae are a consistent food source for sunfish in early spring before major hatches begin, making this a reliable subsurface pattern.
Buy at AmazonWoolly Bugger (Bass)
This streamer imitates leeches and baitfish, which are actively hunted by sunfish and other predatory species in warming spring waters.
Buy at AmazonPheasant Tail Nymph
This versatile nymph imitates various small mayfly nymphs, which are active in the water column during spring and a key food source for sunfish.
Buy at AmazonDamsel Nymph (Olive)
Damsel nymphs become active in late spring, migrating towards the shore to hatch. Stripped slowly along weed beds, this olive pattern is effective for sunfish.
Scud (Pink/Orange)
Freshwater amphipods like scuds are abundant in aquatic vegetation, a prime habitat for sunfish in spring creeks. The pink/orange color is a known attractor.
Buy at AmazonMop Fly
This grub/larvae imitation is a general workhorse for putting fish in the net, effective across various species found in diverse habitats, and a good general searching pattern for fall.
Hellgrammite Fly
Hellgrammites are a consistent food source on rocky smallmouth rivers year-round, making this a reliable subsurface pattern for fall bass.
Texas season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
Fly shops nearby
Local flies, current advice and guided trips.