What flies are hatching on the East Walker River right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the East Walker River include Pale Morning Dun, Blue-Winged Olive, Caddis. Use the AI Hatch Advisor on this page for a live, temperature-aware recommendation.

What's the current flow on the East Walker River?

The East Walker River is running at 121 CFS at the East Walker River near Bridgeport gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the East Walker River fishable today?

Yes — East Walker River is rated fishable right now. Current flow is 121 CFS at the East Walker River near Bridgeport gauge.

East Walker River Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

East Walker River — East Walker River near Bridgeport

Fishable

121CFS

Discharge

3.17ft

Gauge Height

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Water Temp

Updated 36 min agoView on USGS ↗

7-Day Flow

↑ Rising

RisingFallingStable

24-Hr Pressure

23.29 inHg · ↑ Rising

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

75°FClear sky

Wind 5 mph23.29 inHg Rising

Conditions improving

Today

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Clear sky

84° / 54°

Tomorrow

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Clear sky

85° / 57°

Sat

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Overcast

85° / 61°

Sun

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Overcast

82° / 61°

Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.

Weather by Open-Meteo · No API key · Updated every 30 min

What should I fish today?

⚡ AI

AI-powered recommendation using today's live flow, temperature, and hatch data.

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Time of Day

Using: 121 CFS · PMDs continue

What should I pack?

Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's East Walker River conditions.

🪰 Hatch Calendar

East Walker River · July · Summer

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JanDec

PMDs continue (size 16-18). Tricos (size 22-24) early morning. Caddis evenings. Hot desert sun — fish dawn and dusk.

PMDTricoCaddis

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About East Walker River

The East Walker River near Bridgeport is a Nevada-border tailwater renowned for producing trophy brown trout exceeding 20 inches. The cold, clear water below Bridgeport Reservoir flows through sagebrush high desert, offering a unique fishing experience. This has historically been a catch-and-release trophy fishery — verify current 2026 CDFW rules before fishing.

Pale Morning DunBlue-Winged OliveCaddisMidgeTrico

Regulations

Special regulations apply — historically a trophy catch-and-release fishery. VERIFY current CDFW regulations for 2026, as rules may have changed. California Sport Fishing License required.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish East Walker River with more confidence.