Western Flies

People often ask, "What flies do I need for fly fishing in Colorado?". You can check the hatch charts for the area you are going to fish, but these are some favorites that are popular on many of the rivers, streams, and lakes in Colorado.

Click on the links to see recipes for some of Colorado's favorite flies. Some recipes are courtesy of Hans Weilenmann who has a great site about flies and fly-tying.

Nymphs

• Copper John
• Midge
• Pheasant Tail
• Prince

Emergers

• RS2
• Baetis emergent

Dries

• Parachute Adams
• CDC/Deer Hair Caddis
• CDC Micro Caddis
• Mosquito
• Griffith's Gnat
• Humpy
• Pale-morning Dun (spinner)
• Renegade
• Stimulator (yellow)

Others

• Muddler Minnow
• Worm
• Scud

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