Mill Creek Quick Fish

[Andrew324]

It had been since July that I had last visited Mill Creek. Spent Friday afternoon on the stream. I usually fish it on my way back from Vienna, Missouri to Springfield. Had a great day on the water bringing to hand maybe 16-18 fish, nothing large. Mostly came on nymphs but dig snag some on streamers, midges, and few dries. I was using 6-7x Fluorocarbon. Fishing a 7' 3wt. Biggest was maybe 12-13 inches. Took some pictures. I apologize if they are huge.

Went to Roubidoux afterward and hooked up with a large fish but lost it. Was hoping it was a good brown. Broke my tippet before I could get a good look at it.

[mic]

Thanks for the report and pics. I've got to get out. Its been to long.

[Buzz]

Looks like a nice little creek. Those little wild rainbows are the prettiiest fish you'll find. Thanks for the post and pics.

[ozark trout fisher]

Beautiful pictures, thanks for posting. That's what fly fishing is all about...Small streams and beautiful wild trout.

[Gavin]

That last photo ...Rocks!....It captures the essence of a Mill Creek bow better than about any other that I've seen...not that you should be taking routine pictures of fish that could fit in a sardine can...but if the light is right and you have some skills...Have at it.

[Andrew324]

That last photo ...Rocks!....It captures the essence of a Mill Creek bow better than about any other that I've seen...not that you should be taking routine pictures of fish that could fit in a sardine can...but if the light is right and you have some skills...Have at it.

Agreed, not every little wild rainbow needs to have a mugshot! I took the photos on an Iphone 4s. The picture with the round hole-in the ground spring is right off AA near Bohigian. I would have never noticed it if I hadn't parked and walked the road down.