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Lee Vining Creek
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24-Hr Pressure
23.57 inHg · → High/stable
Local Weather
Tough conditions — fish deep
Today
☀️Clear sky
87° / 60°
Tomorrow
☁️Overcast
87° / 63°
Sun
☁️Overcast
85° / 65°
Mon
🌦️Drizzle
83° / 66°
0.01"
Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.
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What should I fish today?
⚡ AIAI-powered recommendation using today's live flow, temperature, and hatch data.
Time of Day
Using: PMDs
What should I pack?
Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Lee Vining Creek conditions.
🪰 Hatch Calendar
Lee Vining Creek · July · Summer
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PMDs (size 14-16) mid-morning. Caddis (size 14-16) evenings. Wild rainbows and browns aggressive in pocket water.
River Map
About Lee Vining Creek
Lee Vining Creek flows from the high Sierra near Tioga Pass down to Mono Lake, with wild rainbow and brown trout in its upper reaches near the gateway to Yosemite's east entrance. The creek is regulated to protect Mono Lake's tributary flows — sections may be closed or restricted. A scenic, accessible Eastern Sierra fishery.
Regulations
Live CFS data unavailable — no confirmed active USGS gauge. Special water regulations apply to protect Mono Lake tributary instream flows. Check CDFW for current restrictions and any seasonal closures. California Sport Fishing License required.
Learn More
Guides to help you fish Lee Vining Creek with more confidence.
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