Members NechesBobcat Posted January 4, 2010 Members Posted January 4, 2010 So what's going on at the park? I've got the opportunity to run up there but I'm wondering if it's worth it. Must be too cold or something cause I haven't heard any fishing reports. Any problems with the roads getting ice on them? I've never been up there in the winter.
Steve Smith Posted January 4, 2010 Posted January 4, 2010 The park is great right now - really good through the holidays. MODOT keeps the hill cleared and graveled when need be due to the weather. Most of the river is close to parking so you can get in the truck and warm up. Water is about normal to me and running real clear. There is also still a lot of nice fish to be caught and plenty of stockers to keep you entertained. See Tim [Tim's Fly Shop] for the best patterns to use right now. Best patterns for me have been San Juans and crackleback at times ___________________________ AKA Flysmith - Cassville MO
Members osuangler Posted January 5, 2010 Members Posted January 5, 2010 I'm glad to hear that the river is in great shape! I am an avid reader of Tim's fishing report so I generally just take his word for it but it is good to hear that from others as well. We have a trip planned for spring break to Roaring River, but I am secretly planning to come up there for a weekend when I get free. I have read that there are still quite a few big fish in the water. Is this still true? When will they close in preperation for opening day? Jay Parker An angler is a man who spends rainy days sitting around on the muddy banks of rivers doing nothing because his wife won't let him do it at home. ~Author Unknown
Steve Smith Posted January 6, 2010 Posted January 6, 2010 The park closes the second Monday in February, then reopens March 1st. Most of the good fish will be in the 12 to 18 inch range right now with a bunch smaller thrown in for entertainment. Look and fish deep for the hogs and yes - still some left. I broke off twice last Saturday on a dandy. Unfortunately, folks abuse the big ones too much and the don't last long. Bring some good sunglasses as the water is perfect for sight fishing right now. Suggest fishing high up the river in the hatchery area. ___________________________ AKA Flysmith - Cassville MO
Members osuangler Posted January 6, 2010 Members Posted January 6, 2010 Thank you sir! A group of us are planning a trip up there on th 23rd of this month. REALLY looking forward to it. Jay Parker An angler is a man who spends rainy days sitting around on the muddy banks of rivers doing nothing because his wife won't let him do it at home. ~Author Unknown
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