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Snake River: hatch chart + live conditions

Pure wild Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat trout in a spectacular Teton backdrop. Float-fishing the braided channels is the classic approach. PMD and caddis hatches drive surface action July through September.

Current conditions: Checking USGS… USGS site 13011900

Top 3 dry flies for September

1
Parachute Adams fly pattern
Size 14-20 · dry
Matches active hatch: blue wing olive.
2
Elk Hair Caddis fly pattern
Size 12-16 · dry
Matches active hatch: caddis.
3
Blue Wing Olive (Comparadun) fly pattern
Size 18-22 · dry
Matches active hatch: blue wing olive.

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Frequently asked

What are the best months to fish the Snake River?

Best months: June, July, August, September, October.

What flies hatch on the Snake River in September?

Active hatches this month: blue wing olive, caddis, october caddis.

What species are in the Snake River?

Primary: cutthroat trout. Pure wild Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat trout in a spectacular Teton backdrop. Float-fishing the braided channels is the classic approach. PMD and caddis hatches drive surface action July through September.

Are there special fishing regulations on the Snake River?

No special-regulation section is listed here, so standard Wyoming trout regulations apply. Check WY G&F before fishing.

How do I check live water conditions on the Snake River?

The live USGS reading is shown at the top of this page (site 13011900). It refreshes hourly.

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