San Juan River — hatch chart + live conditions
Year-round Gold Medal tailwater with consistent flows below Navajo Dam. The Texas Hole no-kill stretch holds enormous midging trout. Tiny flies (22-28) and long leaders required. Exceptional winter fishery.
Top 3 dry flies for June
12-month hatch chart
| Month | blue wing olive | caddis | green drake | midge | october caddis | pale morning dun | terrestrial | trico |
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Frequently asked
What are the best months to fish the San Juan River?
Best months: all months.
What flies hatch on the San Juan River in June?
Active hatches this month: pale morning dun, caddis, green drake.
What species are in the San Juan River?
Primary: rainbow trout, brown trout. Year-round Gold Medal tailwater with consistent flows below Navajo Dam. The Texas Hole no-kill stretch holds enormous midging trout. Tiny flies (22-28) and long leaders required. Exceptional winter fishery.
Are there special fishing regulations on the San Juan River?
No special-regulation section is listed here — standard New Mexico trout regulations apply. Check NM DGF before fishing.
How do I check live water conditions on the San Juan River?
The live USGS reading is shown at the top of this page (site 09355500). It refreshes hourly.
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