June 12, 21, 22 Report

[2sheds]

Got to enjoy my favorite creek on the eastbound and westbound legs of my summer trip.  Water was higher+faster than normal, but crystal clear.  Creek very clean, just a few styro cups and one old rig tab Hamms can collected during 4+ miles of river walking.  Great to see that folks are respecting this treasure.

Had the creek to myself, generally out during mid-day rather than very early or dusk.  Fishing for me was good, but not great.  Caught more mid-size than normal, with few fingerlings and few larger than 12-14".  With the deep + fast water I decided to fish some of my heavier flies, but I did not do as well with this strategy as I expected.  Best on #16 pheasant tail nymphs, got some on #12 prince nymphs and a few on #10 wooly boogers.   Visually saw fewer fish than normal, both during stealthy observation and also via inadvertent clumbsiness.

All-in-all a great time playing in the cold water and enjoying this wonderful treasure.  Thanks for your tips and encouragement !

  

 

 

[Johnsfolly]

Great looking Crane Creek McClouds! Nice photos! Glad you had a decent trip to Crane Creek.

[bkbying89]

Nice fish and a beautiful creek. 

[Dkman]

Thanks for the report and the great pics! Not bad for mid-day fishing. Glad to here the stream is in good shape.