Lower Sacramento River Fly Fishing Report – June 2, 2026
The Lower Sacramento River continues to fish exceptionally well as flows gradually increase toward summer levels. Trout are feeding aggressively, and anglers are seeing consistent action throughout the day. Recent trips have produced strong morning-to-afternoon bites on sunken spinner patterns, PMDs, and caddis imitations.
When the Bureau of Reclamation initiates pulse flows, deep indicator rigs have been the most productive setup, allowing anglers to effectively target fish holding in deeper water. On days with stable flows, we’ve been able to mix things up and experiment with a variety of techniques, including nymphing and dry-fly opportunities around active feeding lanes.
No matter the approach, the quality of fish has been impressive. We’re consistently landing healthy rainbow trout, with several fish measuring over 20 inches coming to the net.
Evening fishing has been particularly rewarding as hatches ramp up. Caddis and Baetis mayflies continue to bring trout to the surface, creating excellent dry-fly opportunities for anglers willing to stay late. With reliable hatches, strong trout numbers, and improving summer conditions, now is a great time to experience some of the best fly fishing the Lower Sacramento River has to offer.
