Pitkin County, Colorado
Frying Pan River
Live Conditions
Frying Pan River — Near Ruedi (Tailwater)
7-Day Flow
↑ Rising
24-Hr Pressure
23.47 inHg · → High/stable
Local Weather
Tough conditions — fish deep
Today
☁️Overcast
68° / 46°
Tomorrow
☁️Overcast
53° / 36°
Fri
☁️Overcast
60° / 32°
Sat
🌨️Snow showers
59° / 44°
0.04"
Snow in forecast — check road conditions before heading out.
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What should I fish today?
One call. Specific to today's exact conditions on the Frying Pan River.
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What should I pack?
Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Frying Pan River conditions.
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🪰 Hatch Calendar
Frying Pan River · April · Spring
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BWOs active (size 18-20). Caddis beginning in lower canyon (size 14-16). Consistent tailwater flows make April one of the best months before Front Range crowds arrive.
River Map
About Frying Pan River
World-famous tailwater below Ruedi Reservoir near Basalt. Produces trophy-sized rainbows year-round. Extremely technical — small flies, light tippet, selective fish.