Current Conditions:
Flows are still on the high side to reasonably walk and wade fish the Ruby River right now, but are not too far away from fishable levels so keep an eye on the hydrograph and once things drop below 350 cfs wading becomes easier. The Ruby is a nice option once the flows stabilize and begin dropping.
The Month Ahead:
The Ruby should be a nice option in June and there will be plenty of pmds and yellow sallies to get fish excited. If flows are below 400cfs at the dam and stable or on the drop this should be a green light. Nymphing worms trailed by pmd emergers is always productive but swinging streamers
Long Term Fishing Forecast:
The Ruby is a good option all summer long. Once we get into the heart of the summer the river sees more traffic on the public sections and fishing can be less consistent but you can still have some banner days.
Upstream from Ruby Reservoir: Open
Confluence with Sweetwater Creek to Ruby Reservoir: Open 3rd Saturday in May through November 30
Downstream from Ruby Dam: Angling is closed the entire year just below Ruby Dam, from its confluence with Ruby Dam outlet channel upstream to the dam, including the outlet channel.
From Ruby Dam to Alder Bridge (Ruby Island FAS): Open now through Sept. 30
From Alder Bridge (Ruby Island FAS) to the mouth: Open all year
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