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Owens RiverOwens River at Pleasant Valley near Bishop

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24-Hr Pressure

25.22 inHg · → High/stable

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Local Weather

76°FClear sky
Wind 7 mph25.22 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

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Clear sky

86° / 52°

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Overcast

88° / 58°

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90° / 66°

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Clear sky

92° / 65°

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

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🪰 Hatch Calendar

Owens River · June · Early Summer

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JanDec

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.

Pale Morning DunBlue-Winged OliveCaddisMidgeTrico

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.