Stream: West Branch Ausable River Fishing Report
Date: 5/7/2025
Flow: 2480cfs
Clarity: Clear
Temperature: 50 Degrees
Weather: High of 59 Degrees F, Mostly Cloudy with Passing Showers
Current Shop Announcements: We are now open full time, 9am to 5pm, 7 days a week! We had an absolute overhaul in our fly selection adding dozens and dozens of new patterns and almost doubling our selection. Major upgrade! – We had an awesome snow year and the mountains have a great snowpack this season which will keep the flow moving into the spring. Keep in mind that the occasional snow storm and freezing rain are common here in April so keep safety in mind when wading! The last few winters we haven’t been so lucky. This year we are pumped! This is really going to help the June routine.
Promo: Book your JUNE guide trip before May 15 and get $25 dollars of store credit per day of guiding! Applicable to all retail goods in house.
Hatches: Early brown stone
Hot Flies: Dry Flies: B.W.O Parachute 18-22, Elk Hair Caddis 18-22 (Black), Hendrickson Parachutes 10-14, Dark Hendrickson 10-14 Nymphs: Black Stoneflies 12-16, Girdle Bug Coffee, Black: 10-12 Pheasant tail 12-18, Prince Nymph: 12-18, Copper Johns: 12-18, Perdigons: 12-18 Caddis Pupa’s: 12-18, Sexy Waltz Worms: 12-18, Duracell Jig 12-18 (Darker colors) Streamers: Dark colored Wooly Buggers (Olive or Black preference), Sparkle Minnow Conehead, Articulated Sparkle Minnows and JIG, classic Mickey Finns and Grey Ghosts, Dhali Lama (olive and brown), Galloup’s Dungeon (mini and regular sized, black, olive, and brown).
Fishing Outlook: Flows are high, be sure to keep safety in mind while wading. With current flow levels streamer fishing can be extremely effective when picking pools and pocket water apart. Wait for warmer, clear days where the water will warm mid day for trout to be on the move. They will still be lethargic but we pick up decent fish early season. Heavy, dark color flies have been remaining consistent. With the first of the Stone, Caddis and Mayflies starting to emerge on sunny, warmer days recently, dry flies will be more consistent with the coming days. For the most up-to-date reports or if you have any questions regarding fishing strategies give us a call here at the Fly Shop at 518-946-2117.
Current Shop and Guided Fishing Updates:
If you are interested in guided trip or would like more information, please Call 518-946-2117 or email [email protected] for guide inquiries. Thank you and see you soon!
Guiding: Guide trips are going out everyday and we have plenty of availability. Our trips are flexible with scheduling, we do offer mornings, evenings and full day. Promo: Book your JUNE guide trip before May 15 and get $25 dollars of store credit per day of guiding! Applicable to all retail goods in house
2 Hour Family Learn-To Fly Fish: For those interested in trying fly fishing but have no idea where to start, we have the perfect adventure for you. Our two hour learn-to fly fish is the perfect choice for you. One trip covers four people, full outfitted, two hours with your very own private guide, instruction, and of course fishing. It is the perfect way for those who are interested in fly fishing to give it a try, or for families looking for an Adirondack fishing experience. We have 4 time slots daily throughout the summer months, 8-10, 10:30-12:30, 1-3, and 3:30-5:30. No prior fishing experience or gear required, we will fully outfit you with all of the necessary fishing equipment. For those interested in booking or have any further questions give us a call here at the shop (518) 946-2117.
For any questions regarding Adirondack Fishing give the Fly Shop a call at (518) 946-2117 a call and we will get everything squared away, and dial you in for your Adirondack Fishing Adventure.
We look forward to seeing you in the shop and on the water. Tight lines!!
