--- title: "Bear Creek Front Range Gem Bear Creek Morrison Colorado Fly Fishing Report: Clear Water, Small Flies, and November Browns" description: Flows around 14 cfs and clear water make Bear Creek a small-stream gem this November. See the pro rig, top 10 flies, and best access points for Morrison to Idledale. image: https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hubfs/Spring%202025%20River%20Report%20Banners/Bear%20Creek%20Fly%20Fishing%20Report%20Near%20Morrison%20Colorado.png --- [Skip to content](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/bear-creek-front-range-gem-bear-creek-morrison-colorado-fly-fishing-report-clear-water-small-flies-and-november-browns#main-content) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 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Morning ice is creeping onto the edges, but trout remain active through the mid-day warmth. The canyon west of Morrison is quiet again, and that’s when this creek shines. It’s small water with smart fish, where a perfect drift matters more than pattern choice. Expect subtle eats and trout that slide out of shadows to sip midges and BWOs when the light hits right. > “If you can fool a Bear Creek brown in November, you’re ready for anything on the Front Range.” --- #### **Listen to the Podcast** *\[Link to Episode\]* --- ## **Conditions Summary** **![rise beyond fly fihsing company in denver colorado a guide rating for a stream. Good is 5 trout. This rating is for 3 trout. So good or semi challenging fishing conditions.](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Guide%20Ratings/Guide%20Rating%20(800%20x%20175%20px)%20(3).png?width=800&height=175&name=Guide%20Rating%20(800%20x%20175%20px)%20(3).png)** - **Flow Rate:** 14 cfs and stable - **Water Temperature:** 41–44 °F - **Air Temperature:** Lows near 30 °F highs near 50 °F - **Clarity:** Clear with light leaf tint - **Crowds:** Low — mostly locals midweek - **Best Times to Fish:** 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - **Fly Fishing Type Scores:** - **Dry Fly:** ⭐⭐ - **Nymphing:** ⭐⭐⭐ - **Streamer:** ⭐ --- ### **5 Day Weather Forecast** Crisp mornings and mild afternoons through the week. Expect bright sun with variable clouds and light winds — ideal for midday dry-fly windows and soft nymph drifts. [MORRISON WEATHER](https://forecast7.com/en/39d65n105d19/morrison/?unit=us) --- ### **Current Hatch Chart for November** | Hatch Type | Bugs and Sizes | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | | **Primary** | Midges #20–24 | Active in slack water all day long | | **Secondary** | Blue Winged Olives #18–22 | Sporadic hatch mid to late morning | | **Tertiary** | Caddis remnants #18–20 | Occasional late risers on warm afternoons | --- ## **Pro Rig of the Week** Guide setup: 8 ½ foot 5x leader to a #16 Parachute Adams with an 18-inch dropper of 6x to a #20 Zebra Midge. Fish from the inside seams out, focusing on pocket water behind rocks and soft eddies along the canyon trail. When fish aren’t rising, drop a micro shot and swing the same rig as a light nymph setup — two rods in one. **Pro Tip:** Walk softly and fish upstream. Trout in these skinny runs feel every footstep.   --- ## **Top 10 Flies for the Month** | Fly Pattern | Size | Color / Variation | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Parachute Adams | #16–18 | Grey | Reliable surface fly in calm light | | Griffiths Gnat | #22 | Black | Perfect for clustered midges | | Elk Hair Caddis | #18 | Tan | Warm afternoon risers | | Zebra Midge | #20–22 | Red / Black | Always productive subsurface | | RS2 | #20 | Grey / Olive | Deadly during light hatch windows | | Pheasant Tail | #18 | Natural | All-purpose nymph | | JuJu Baetis | #20 | Purple / Red | Active in overcast light | | Micro Mayfly | #20 | Brown | Excellent dropper fly | | Mini Leech | #12 | Black | For deeper canyon pockets | | Sparkle Sculpin | #8 | Olive | Swing through deeper pools late day |   --- ### **Tips Fly Fishing Bear Creek** **Seasonal Tip:** Fish slow and shallow. Most strikes come within 2 feet of structure. **Presentation:** Keep drifts short and natural — over-mending kills the take. **Timing:** Midday sun brings fish to the surface for short but active windows. --- ## **Access Points** **Lair o’ the Bear Park** — easy access and plenty of runs ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **O’Fallon Park** — open water and good parking ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ **Upstream toward Idledale** — fewer anglers and smaller pools ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   --- ### **Local Regulations and Landowner Notes** Flies and lures only, catch and release recommended. Respect private property downstream of Morrison and check for ice buildup near bridges early mornings. --- ## **FAQ on This Spot** **Q: What are current flows and clarity like?** **A:** Around 14 cfs with clear, slightly leaf-stained water. **Q: When is the best time to fish this stretch?** **A:** Between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. when the canyon warms. **Q: What flies are producing right now?** **A:** Parachute Adams, RS2s, and Zebra Midges. **Q: Can I wade or should I stay on the bank?** **A:** Wading is fine but move carefully — water is shallow and spooks easily. **Q: What species can I expect here?** **A:** Mostly brown trout with the occasional rainbow. **Q: Any local shops or guides nearby?** **A:** Golden and Morrison both have local shops with up-to-date fly selections. --- ## **Stop Here After the River** After fishing, roll into **Morrison Inn** for a cold beer and some seriously underrated green chile. Sit on the patio if the sun’s out and watch traffic crawl by while you thaw out. The **Rocky Mountain Margarita** and **street tacos** are the go-to after a Bear Creek day. [https://www.morrisoninn.com](https://www.morrisoninn.com) ![THE MORRISON INN - Updated November 2025 - 222 Photos & 513 Reviews - 301 Bear Creek Ave, Morrison, Colorado - Tex-Mex - Restaurant Reviews - Phone Number - Menu - Yelp](https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/k4sC78xI4L1_hY5oe8NcEw/348s.jpg)   ###### **Fish Boulder Creek Like a Local- Book Canyon Fly Shop** The guides at Canyon Fly Shop know every pocket, seam, and hatch. 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