For those looking for a destination for a 32 hour trip, consider looking into Lundy Lake. It is located thirty minutes south on 395 from Bridgeport, and is only a two and half hour drive from the shop. There are many dif...
63°F
Feels like 62°F, clear sky
5 mph NE
1016 hPa
Waning Crescent
40cfs
69cfs
The South Fork of the Stanislaus is currently flowing at 55cfs in Strawberry and 24cfs near Fraser Flat. These improved flows are a welcome change after the lower conditions seen over the past month or two.
This week brings cool and moderate weather, with highs in the low 60s and overnight lows in the upper 40s. These conditions will help maintain cool water temperatures and prime fishing opportunities.
The release of water from Pinecrest lake has created excellent fishing conditions, particularly for dry-dropper rigs in the upper stretch near Strawberry. Despite the increased flows, this section remains very approachable with plenty of accessible water.
This is an excellent time to fish the South Fork, with flows holding steady, water temperatures staying low, and crowds thinning out now that Labor Day has passed. The only factor to monitor is air quality, as wildfire smoke has been drifting into the region.
The South Fork of the Stanislaus is currently flowing at 55cfs in Strawberry and 24cfs near Fraser Flat. These improved flows are a welcome change after the lower conditions seen over the past month or two.
