Jackson Hole Tributaries Report

Flat Creek has been fishing very well and the best news is that the crowds are slowly starting to taper off. Mahogany’s have been out in force lately and on the right day the fish have been keying in on them. Hopper fishing is also still producing and catching some nice fish but with these cold nights I would expect the hopper fishing to start slowing down a bit. I also think it is important to remember that even when a picky fish is keying in on a certain bug out on the refuge, they can still be fooled by a small beetle or ant pattern. I am a big fan of the honey ant on flat creek but would also make sure to have a few beetles in my box before venturing out on the creek. The weather forecast for the next few days looks great so get out and enjoy Flat Creek. If you have any questions, please contact us here at the shop. Rip Lips Matt Elliott ... more...

Flat Creek has been fishing well for that fisherman that understands the complexities of fishing the Refugee. The PMD activity has been great and during the right time of day a lot of fish have been keying in on them. I would make sure to have different profile PMD patterns. However, a lot of the time the picky fish can be tempted by a small terrestrial pattern. I would have different types of ants and beetles to go with a few hopper patterns. A few hopper patterns you might want to fish include the Henry’s Fork hopper as well as the Stalcup hopper. Both of these hoppers seem to work well in technical rivers like Flat Creek and the Ranch section in Island Park. Also remember to be cautious of other fisherman on the refugee, because it is very easy to spook certain fish. One thing we constantly remind fisherman venturing out on the creek is to be patient. Because, when the patience finally pays off it is very rewarding. If you have any Flat Creek questions get in contact with us here at the shop. Good Fishing Matt Elliott more...

The Gros Ventre is clearing but it is still just a touch high and fast.  There has been some dry fly action in the shallower riffles and side channels with #8 Chubby Chernobyls.  Your best bet is dropping a nymph or streamer in to the deeper slow pools.  The #8 Brown Rubberlegs and #4 JJ's Special have produced some nice cutthroat lately.  There are still some big post spawn fish in the river right now and for the next 10 days or so.  Get there and fish it before they dropback in to the Snake! Good Fishing!  Jason "JB" Balogh... more...

The Gros Ventre River is currently high and off color and will be so for a few weeks.  Look for the section in the Jackson Hole valley below SLide Lake to clear first and fish well by early July. Contact the shop at 307-733-6483 or by email at info@westbank.com for the latest conditions. Tight Lines! JB more...

The Hoback is clearing very quickly!  Salmonflies have moved on, but the Golden Stones and Yellow Sallies have the fish still looking up. There are also a few Gray and Brown Drakes flying as well.  The fishing has been good with #14-16 Yellow Stimmis, #8 Chubby Chernobyls, and #12 Para Adams.  Streamer fishing can produce nice surprises on the Hoback as fish drop back in to the Snake from their spawning runs.  Try a fly that drops quickly in the water column like a #6 Tunghead Minnow. Good Fishing! Jason "JB" Balogh... more...

The Hoback River is still chocolate milk and will be for a few weeks yet.  Bring your cookies and watch the kayakers and rafters rip it up. Look for Salmonflies to start hatching by the end of June or first week in July.  This hatch is great fun and we can now guide on the Hoback for walk wade fishing!  These days are limited so call in advance to reserve your slot, 307-733-6483. Tight Lines! JB more...