YNP Report - August 22, 2024

Name: Fishy Joe's Picks - Custom Fly Assortments
Brand: Big Sky Anglers
SKU: jjp-madison-12
Price: 42.0 USD
Availability: InStock

by Steve Hoovler

Although we've seen a good bit of rain this week, flows in the Northeast Corner of YNP on the Lamar River and Soda Butte Creek remain clear, and fishing has been good with terrestrials like hoppers, crickets, and ants. As has been the case for the last few weeks, stormy weather is in the upcoming forecast. So be sure to keep an eye on flows HERE, or give us a shout in the shop for the most up to date report on clarity and fishing.

Another Northeast Corner favorite, Slough Creek is also fishing well with terrestrials, and will not be affected by upcoming weather. In fact, afternoon thunderstorms can produce strong emergences of small (size #20) cream-colored baetis mayflies on Slough Creek. So, be sure to add some size #20 cream or yellow Sparkle Duns or Flag Duns to your arsenal of hoppers and ants. Whether you are hiking into the backcountry meadows, or patrolling the lower section below the campground, Slough Creek is home to some of the best sight fishing with dry flies you can find anywhere. Be sure to bring your A-game, and be ready to stalk these targets slowly and carefully.

The Gardner River and the Yellowstone River through the Black Canyon both had Hoot Owl restrictions lifted last week adding two great options for anyone looking for some good hopper fishing. Be prepared to cover a good amount of water when fishing each of these gems. Focus your efforts on only the most prime pieces of water, passing up the marginal spots that look like they may hold a fish.

Despite recently cooler, wetter weather and downright cold mornings, the Firehole, Madison, and Gibbon Rivers remain fully closed to fishing. As we inch towards autumn, the days continue to shorten and the nights get colder. Soon enough these three iconic fisheries will be cooled down, and back open for the fall season. Stay tuned to this report for updates every week, or give us a shout at the shop for the latest.

Which rivers and streams continue to have full fishing closures?
The following rivers are heavily influenced by geothermal features and do not adequately cool off at night.

Madison River and all associated tributaries
Firehole River and all associated tributaries
Gibbon River and all associated tributaries downstream of Norris Campground

Please see the revised map for current fishing closures.

If you have any questions about the fishing closures in YNP, or good fishing options in the upcoming week, please don't hesitate giving us a ring in the shop (406) 646-7801. We'd be happy to help you make the most out of your YNP fishing.

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Fishy Joe's Picks - Custom Fly Assortments

$42.00

Location

Madison River

Henry’s Fork

Yellowstone Park

Hebgen Lake

Quantity

12 Pack

24 Pack

36 Pack

Fishing Date: Select the date when you'll be fishing and we'll customize the assortment to match the expected conditions. If no date is selected, we'll give you our overall favorites.

PUT FISHY JOE'S DECADES OF EXPERIENCE AND THOUGHTFUL APPROACH TO FLY SELECTION TO WORK FOR YOU!

Joe Moore has spent his career fooling fish throughout Big Sky Country, and whether it's one of his own innovative patterns, or another guide approved fly, Fishy Joe's Picks should be the first flies you tie on. There's a reason he's called Fishy Joe after all!

"There's nothing better than having one of our sport's most respected guides and outfitters hand-pick your flies."

These fly assortments are hand-picked by Fishy Joe himself, and come in a water-proof, micro-slit foam fly box (pictured). Please select the river of choice, the quantity of flies you would like, and the time period you are interested in. Joe will be sure to get you the goods!

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An angler could spend a lifetime of summers exploring and mastering the roadside waters of Yellowstone Park alone. Rivers like the Madison, Gallatin, Gibbon, Firehole, Lamar, and Yellowstone all have relatively easy access. And that is just a small fraction of the over 200 fishable streams and 45 fishable lakes in the Park.

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