Access point

Confluence with Stump Creekon Salt River

This area where Stump Creek joins the Salt River creates excellent habitat and a reliable fishing area.

Salt River report Directions42.9248°N, 111.0664°W

Bite report · week of Oct 4

Excellent fall fly fishing under clear skies

01Excellent fall fly fishing under clear skies.
02Consistent Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches and active October Caddis.
03Midge activity remains a constant food source year-round.
04Egg patterns are highly effective below spawning areas.
05Focus on slower runs, deeper pockets, and eddy lines with structure.
06Adapt tactics from deep nymphing/streamers in the morning to dry-dropper rigs as the day warms.

What to tie on at Confluence with Stump Creek

Picked from recent reports for this stretch.

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Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun

#18#20#22

Blue-Winged Olives are actively hatching in early spring, especially on overcast days, and this low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults on the Salt River.

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Mother's Day Caddis

#14#16#18

The prolific Mother's Day Caddis hatch is expected in late April through May, making this dry fly a perfect imitation for adult caddis on the Salt River.

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Tungsten Bead Pat's Rubber Legs

#4#6#8#10

Large stonefly nymphs are present year-round and remain effective as a heavy nymph for getting deep in typical spring flows, providing a significant calorie source for trout on the Salt River.

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Flashback Pheasant Tail

#14#16#18#20

An excellent general searching nymph for early spring, mimicking various mayfly nymphs (including BWOs) that are active subsurface on the Salt River.

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Zebra Midge

#18#20#22#24

Midges are a primary active insect year-round, making this a staple pattern for enticing finicky trout in the Salt River's cooler spring waters.

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Woolly Bugger (Black)

#4#6#8

A versatile streamer, effective year-round for predatory fish, imitating leeches and baitfish, and particularly useful for active trout in warming spring waters of the Salt River.

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