Fly fishing · · Aspen / Glenwood · Gold Medal

Roaring Fork River — hatch chart + live conditions

Gold Medal freestone and tailwater water through Aspen and down to Glenwood Springs. Strong PMD, caddis, and terrestrial hatches. Good access through Basalt and Carbondale.

Current conditions: Checking USGS… USGS site 09085200

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
Green Drake / Coffin Fly fly pattern
Size 8-12 · dry
Matches active hatch: green drake.

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12-month hatch chart

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Frequently asked

What are the best months to fish the Roaring Fork River?

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

What flies hatch on the Roaring Fork River in June?

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

What species are in the Roaring Fork River?

Primary: rainbow trout, brown trout. Gold Medal freestone and tailwater water through Aspen and down to Glenwood Springs. Strong PMD, caddis, and terrestrial hatches. Good access through Basalt and Carbondale.

Are there special fishing regulations on the Roaring Fork 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 Roaring Fork River?

The live USGS reading is shown at the top of this page (site 09085200). It refreshes hourly.

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