What flies are hatching on the Owens River right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Owens 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 Owens River?

The Owens River is running at currently unavailable — check the USGS gauge at the primary station for the latest reading. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Owens River fishable today?

Live conditions for Owens River are unavailable right now. Check the embedded gauge widget on this page for the latest data.

Owens River Fly Fishing Conditions

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24-Hr Pressure

25.1 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

85°FClear sky

Wind 12 mph25.1 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

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Clear sky

88° / 58°

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Overcast

87° / 59°

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Overcast

83° / 60°

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Overcast

80° / 60°

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.

Time of Day

Using: BWOs returning

What should I pack?

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

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Owens River · September · Early Fall

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JanDec

BWOs returning (size 18-20). PMDs tapering. Tricos continue. Crisp mornings, focused wild fish.

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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.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Owens River with more confidence.