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Owens River
Live Conditions
Owens River — Owens River at Pleasant Valley near Bishop
24-Hr Pressure
25.22 inHg · → High/stable
Local Weather
Tough conditions — fish deep
Today
☀️Clear sky
86° / 52°
Tomorrow
☁️Overcast
88° / 58°
Wed
☁️Overcast
90° / 66°
Thu
☀️Clear sky
92° / 65°
Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.
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What should I fish today?
One call. Specific to today's exact conditions on the Owens River.
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What should I pack?
Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Owens River conditions.
🪰 Hatch Calendar
Owens River · June · Early Summer
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PMDs at peak (size 16-18). Caddis evenings. Tricos (size 22-24) starting on slower flats.
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About Owens River
The Owens River below Pleasant Valley Reservoir near Bishop is one of California's most productive wild trout fisheries — a slow, meandering Eastern Sierra tailwater with wild rainbow and brown trout averaging 14–18 inches. The river's spring-creek character demands technical presentations and fine tippets. A must-fish destination in the Eastern Sierra.
Regulations
Wild Trout Program waters below Pleasant Valley Reservoir. Fly fishing ONLY on designated sections, artificial flies and lures only, catch-and-release ONLY. California Sport Fishing License required.