Fly fishing · · Fort Collins / Poudre Canyon · Wild trout

Cache la Poudre River — hatch chart + live conditions

Colorado's only federally designated Wild and Scenic River. Freestone character through Poudre Canyon. Good caddis and BWO hatches. Wild brook trout in upper canyon.

Current conditions: Checking USGS… USGS site 06752260

Top 3 dry flies for June

1
Stimulator fly pattern
Size 10-14 · dry
Matches active hatch: stonefly, caddis.
2
Elk Hair Caddis fly pattern
Size 12-16 · dry
Matches active hatch: caddis.
3
Size 16-18 · dry
Matches active hatch: pale morning dun.

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12-month hatch chart

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Frequently asked

What are the best months to fish the Cache la Poudre River?

Best months: April, May, June, September, October.

What flies hatch on the Cache la Poudre River in June?

Active hatches this month: pale morning dun, caddis, stonefly, terrestrial.

What species are in the Cache la Poudre River?

Primary: brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout. Colorado's only federally designated Wild and Scenic River. Freestone character through Poudre Canyon. Good caddis and BWO hatches. Wild brook trout in upper canyon.

Are there special fishing regulations on the Cache la Poudre River?

No special-regulation section is listed here — standard Colorado trout regulations apply. Check CO CPW before fishing.

How do I check live water conditions on the Cache la Poudre River?

The live USGS reading is shown at the top of this page (site 06752260). It refreshes hourly.

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