North Branch Lamoille River
river in Vermont
The North Branch Lamoille River is a fantastic option for anglers seeking a smaller, more secluded trout stream. Its clear, cold water and abundant insect life create perfect conditions for wild trout to thrive.
What's working on North Branch Lamoille River
- 01Fall hatches of October Caddis and Blue-Winged Olives are prominent.
- 02Mahogany Duns are also expected to be active, especially on overcast days.
- 03Target slower runs, deep pools, and current seams, especially around structure.
- 04Dry-dropper rigs with an October Caddis or BWO dry and an emerger/nymph are highly effective.
- 05For larger or less active fish, dead-drifting egg patterns or slow-stripping streamers can be productive.
Past reports week by week
7 weeksWhat to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
Travis Hi-Vis BWO Para Emerger
BWO emergers are critical during fall hatches, targeting trout feeding in the film or just below the surface.
October Caddis (Dry)
A primary large caddis hatch of fall on freestone rivers, actively sought by trout.
Buy at AmazonWoolly Bugger (Olive)
A reliable year-round streamer, effective for imitating leeches and baitfish, excellent for targeting aggressive trout in cooler fall water.
Mahogany Dun
Mahogany Dun hatches are a significant late summer and fall event, providing dry fly opportunities.
Buy at AmazonComparadun (BWO)
Blue-Winged Olive hatches are a staple of fall fishing, especially on overcast days, appealing to selective trout.
Buy at AmazonBlood Dot Egg
Fall is prime egg season, making egg patterns highly effective for trout keying into displaced salmon and trout eggs.
Buy at AmazonPheasant Tail Nymph
A versatile mayfly nymph imitation, effective year-round and particularly good for subsurface BWO nymph activity in fall.
Buy at AmazonWhere to fish and who to ask
Belvidere Section
Accessible areas with good pocket water and varied holding lies.
Eden Mills Section
Public access near Eden Mills, known for good pocket water and runs.
Johnson Section (upper)
Upper reaches near Johnson offer good trout habitat in a mix of riffles and pools.
Fly shops within 40 miles
The Fly Rod Shop
Great Drake Angling & Outdoor Adventures LLC
Stone River Outfitters
The Silver Trout LLC
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Vermont season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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Quick answers
Common questions about North Branch Lamoille River.
What flies work best on North Branch Lamoille River?
Our top scored fly patterns for North Branch Lamoille River right now are Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun (80% confidence), Mother's Day Caddis (80% confidence), Pheasant Tail Nymph (80% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in North Branch Lamoille River?
North Branch Lamoille River holds Brook Trout, Brown Trout. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is North Branch Lamoille River fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for North Branch Lamoille River each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.