Warren / upstream reacheson Mad River
Fall has settled in
- 01Fall has settled in, bringing crisp 51°F temperatures and clear conditions.
- 02Expect typical lower and clearer autumnal flows, though no USGS data is available.
- 03Focus on fall hatches of Blue-Winged Olives, October Caddis, and Mahogany Duns.
- 04Midge and egg patterns are highly effective subsurface as trout prepare to spawn.
- 05Target deeper pools, slower runs, and areas with ample structure and cover.
What to tie on at Warren / upstream reaches
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Blood Dot Egg
With Rainbow Trout preparing for their spawning season in the fall, egg patterns are highly effective for opportunistic feeders.
Buy at AmazonMahogany Dun
Mahogany Duns (Paraleptophlebia) are a common fall mayfly hatch, offering additional dry fly opportunities for Rainbow Trout.
Buy at AmazonTungsten Bead Pat's Rubber Legs
Used as a 'heavy' lead fly to get smaller midges down to the bottom. Stonefly nymphs are multi-year residents of the Mad River and serve as a high-protein meal for trout even in February.
Buy at AmazonZebra Midge
The most reliable winter pattern for the Mad River. Black or red colors in size 20-22 imitate the midge pupae that are active year-round in Vermont's freestone streams.
Buy at AmazonHopper Juan
Mid-summer is prime time for grasshopper activity along grassy banks, making this a crucial pattern for opportunistic Rainbow Trout.
Buy at AmazonBeetle
Terrestrial beetles are often dislodged from streamside vegetation during summer, providing an easy meal for Rainbow Trout looking for surface food near shaded banks.
Yellow Sally
Yellow Sally stoneflies are abundant along freestone streams in summer, drawing aggressive strikes from Rainbow Trout.
Buy at AmazonTrico Spinner
Trico hatches are active in August mornings, and this pattern effectively mimics the spinner fall, targeting rising Rainbow Trout in slower water.
Buy at AmazonElk Hair Caddis
Caddis activity is consistent from late spring through fall. This dry fly is a versatile imitation for adult caddis, a staple food source for Rainbow Trout.
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