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# Big Thompson Fly Fishing Report – Winter Low Flows, Clear Water, and Midday Action Below Lake Estes

- December 5, 2025

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Updated: **December 5, 2025 – Morning check**

The Big Thompson below Lake Estes is in full winter tailwater mode at **24.3 cfs**, running cold and clear with typical early December baseflows. Expect technical nymphing in softer seams and pockets, with trout tucked deep and not moving far for food. You’re fishing a low, skinny river where stealth, light tippet, and tiny bugs matter way more than fly box variety.

#### Listen to the Audio Overview

Big\_Thompson\_Winter\_Nymphing\_Secrets

4:22

 

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## 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:** **24.3 cfs**, low and stable, classic winter tailwater flows; expect spooky fish and consolidated holding water in deeper slots and slow inside bends.
- **Water Temperature:** **No live temp data**, but assume **mid-30s to low-40s** in the prime window; fish will feed, but only in short bursts when light and temps line up.
- **Air Temperature:** **25.2°F** at report time; it will feel colder in the canyon with shade and wind, so dress for full winter conditions.
- **Clarity:** **Clear**; great for sighting fish but unforgiving on sloppy wading, casting shadows, or heavy tippet.
- **Crowds:** **Medium** for winter; close to Estes and an easy day trip, so you’ll see some anglers but plenty of open water between popular pullouts.
- **Best Window:** **Late morning through mid-afternoon**, once the sun hits the canyon and air temps come up a bit; first and last light are more about survival than productivity right now.
- **Fishing Type Focus:** **Nymphing** tight to structure and depth transitions with small midges and winter stones, plus the occasional **micro-dry or dry-dropper** for risers in soft edge water during the warmest hour.

> ### Weather

[ESTES PARK WEATHER](https://forecast7.com/en/40d38n105d52/estes-park/?unit=us)

 

Cold, winter pattern with **highs just above freezing and overnight lows in the teens**. Expect mixed clouds and occasional snow showers, icy pullouts, and frozen guides until late morning. This is a layers, hand-warmers, and thermos kind of day.

---

## Top Flies in Your Box This Week

You don’t need twenty patterns; you need the right half-dozen in the right sizes.

1. **Parachute Midge** – #20–22
2. **Griffith’s Gnat** – #20–22
3. **Zebra Midge (Black/Silver)** – #20–22
4. **WD-40 (Brown/Gray)** – #20–22
5. **Top Secret Midge** – #20–22
6. **JuJu Midge** – #20–22
7. **Two Bit Hooker (Black or Red)** – #18–20
8. **RS2 (Gray/Olive)** – #20–22
9. **Mini Leech (Black or Olive)** – #10–12
10. **Egg Pattern (Cream/Peach)** – #14–16

 

 

 

> #### Pro Rig of the Week – “Skinny Canyon Winter Nymph Rig”

- **Top Fly (Attractor / Upper Nymph):**  
  Two Bit Hooker #18 or small Stonefly nymph #16 on **4X–5X**.
- **Dropper (Primary Food / Midge):**  
  WD-40, JuJu Midge, or Top Secret Midge #20–22 on **5X–6X**, 14–18 inches below.
- **Indicator:**  
  Small yarn or air-lock style, sized to just float your split shot; keep it compact and subtle.
- **Weight:**  
  1–2 small split shot; just enough to tick bottom in the deeper buckets without hanging up every cast.
- **Target Water:**  
  Slow inside bends, softer seams below structure, and deeper winter pools where the current rolls over a shelf and softens. Think “walking speed or slower” and at least knee-deep.

---

## Big Thompson Hatch for December

Early winter on the Big Thompson is all about midges and a few winter stones. Here’s how to stack your box for the month:

| Primary Bug | Size Range | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Midges (Larva/Pupa/Adult) | 20–24 | Bread-and-butter food; fish them as double midge rigs and watch for subtle mid-day rises. |
| Winter Stoneflies | 16–18 | Less dense but important; a small dark stone as the top fly helps move better fish. |
| Baetis (Leftover BWOs) | 18–20 | Mostly waning, but carry a few small olive nymphs for overcast, slightly warmer days. |

 

---

> #### Download the Big Thompson Hatch Chart

 

## Access Points

*All below Lake Estes along US-34. Check road conditions and any temporary closures before you go.*

**Tailwater Below Lake Estes (Olympus Dam)** – Directly below the dam in Estes Park. Short walks, easy access, and classic technical tailwater pocket water.  
**Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

**Aspen Glen / Canyon Pullouts** – Series of pullouts as you drop into the canyon. Short scrambles to the river, mix of pocket water and short runs; great on low-flow winter days.  
**Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

**Sleepy Hollow to Viestenz-Smith Reach** – Rebuilt public stretches with improved access, deeper pools, and nice holding water at lower winter flows.  
**Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

**Drake Area Pullouts** – Around the town of Drake where the North Fork meets the main stem. More gradient and pocket water, but good slots if you work for them.  
**Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

**Lower Canyon Pullouts (toward Loveland)** – Numerous roadside pull-ins with longer glides and runs; great for covering water but more exposed to wind on colder days.  
**Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

---

 

## **Stop Here After the River**

Finish the day at **Rock Cut Brewing Company** in Estes Park. It’s a locals’ spot with big windows and mountain views. Order the Trail Ridge IPA and a soft pretzel — the perfect end to a cold-clear canyon session.

![Exterior shot. Note the new (I think) patio area. - Picture of Rock Cut  Brewing Company, Estes Park - Tripadvisor](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/0f/e5/bc/ef/exterior-shot-note-the.jpg)

 

 

---

## Local Regulations and Notes

- **Special Regulations:** Check the **CPW Big Thompson regulations** for seasonal closures and specific tackle restrictions in certain canyon stretches.
- **Private Property:** Much of the river runs along private land; respect posted signs, fences, and driveways, and only use obvious public pullouts and trails.
- **Winter Safety:** Expect **ice shelves, icy rocks, and slick banks**. A wading staff and studs are smart, even at low flows.
- **Road Conditions:** US-34 can be icy and shaded in the canyon; watch for black ice in the morning and evening.

---

## Big Thompson River FAQ

**Is the Big Thompson below Lake Estes worth fishing in winter?**  
Yes, if you lean into the tailwater game: low flows, tiny bugs, and short mid-day bite windows. It’s a solid technical option when freestones are locked up.

**What gear should I bring for December?**  
A **4–5 weight rod**, **5X–6X fluoro**, split shot, tiny indicators, and a box of midges, stones, and a few eggs. Waders with good insulation and traction are mandatory.

**When is the best time of day to fish right now?**  
**Late morning to mid-afternoon**, when temps bump a few degrees and fish slide out of the absolute deepest water to feed.

**Can I fish dry flies on the Big Thompson in this cold?**  
Occasionally. Watch soft edges and foam lines from **noon to 2 PM** for midge clusters and the odd riser. A Griffith’s Gnat or Parachute Midge will pick off the few heads you see.

**How crowded should I expect it to be?**  
Moderate. It’s close to town and still fishable in winter, but the cold and snow thin things out. You’ll usually find open water by leapfrogging a couple of pullouts.

**Is this a good option for beginners right now?**  
It’s fishable, but **technical**. New anglers will do better with a guide or more forgiving water in spring. Winter here rewards patience, good drifts, and precise rigging.

> ---
> 
> #### Companion Article
> 
> [Colorado Winter Trout Fishing Strategy and Behavior Guide](https://risebeyondflyfishing.com/blog/winter-fly-fishing-guide-colorado-2025)

If you’re planning to work the Big Thompson (or any Colorado tailwater) through winter, read this next. It breaks down **how trout behave in cold water**, how to **time your outings around temps and flows**, and how to **build winter rigs** that keep you in the strike zone instead of just surviving the cold.

 

 

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