Lamar River Fly Fishing Report - November 1, 2026

Fly Fishing Report

LAMAR RIVER

Report
NOV 1 — 8, 2026
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Flow
153CFS
Lamar River nr Tower Ranger Station YNP
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Water Temp
42.8°F
Updated 2026-10-31
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Weather
29–46°F
Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
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Clarity
Clear
Check post-storm
Water is running 153 CFS at 42.8°F — crystal clear and fishable, but with rain showers moving in today and a mix of rain and snow tonight, expect flows to tick up and clarity to soften by Monday; get on the water early before conditions change.
Best Time Window
  • 8 AM - 11 AM: Pre-hatch nymphing with Frenchies and Perdigons along deep seams and undercut banks before rain arrives.
  • 11 AM - 2 PM: Prime BWO and midge hatch window — watch for risers in flat water and switch to dry emergers or surface patterns.
  • 2 PM - 4 PM: Fish deep runs and pools with midge and Baetis nymphs as rain intensifies and fish drop off the surface.
Guide's Tip
From the benchWith water at 42.8°F, trout metabolism is slow — get your nymphs all the way to the bottom and slow your drift down. Focus on the deepest seams and undercut banks in the 2-4 foot depth range, using a tight-line or indicator setup with enough weight to tick the bottom. The best action will come during the midday warming window between 11 AM and 2 PM when BWOs and midges are most likely to pop. Rain is moving in through the day and mixed precip tonight, so if you're planning a full day, fish hard this morning and be prepared for rising, slightly off-color water by late afternoon.
Main Species
Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout
Rainbow Trout
Report generated November 1, 2026 — Next update: November 8, 2026