I've always heard people say winter fly fishing can be great, but I constantly get skunked. A lot of times the rivers I fish look like this, mostly iced over with random accessible pools. Is it worth throwing a line in in these areas? Or would all the trout be hiding underneath the areas that are ice covered?
Also any tips on winter fly fishing would be appreciated. For reference, I'm in CO
Posted by Equal-Ant9425
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I have, and you will catch the edge of the ice more than you will catch fish and it will be frustrating. But, on a sunny day, itâs great to be out and you may even catch a fish.
Nymphs and midges with sinking line and splitshot are the only way youâll catch anything.
Itâs worth fishing if you can get to a hole without wading. IMO the risk/ reward isnât there if you have to get soaked.