March is one of those months where things start to wake up on the river, and right now both the Provo River and the Weber River are starting to show some really fun spring fishing.
We’re still in that classic early-spring phase where small bugs rule the day, but the good news is fish are getting more active and we’re seeing some solid surface action when the hatches line up.
If you like technical fishing and watching trout eat tiny bugs, this is your time.
Middle Provo River
The Middle Provo is currently running 146 CFS, which is a great level for wade fishing. The river is clear and stable and fish are feeding consistently.
Right now it’s pretty simple: fish small midges and you’ll find success.
The trout are locked in on size 24–26 midges, and we’re seeing enough hatch activity to get fish looking up throughout the day. When the hatch gets going, you can get some really fun dry fly opportunities with fish sipping midges off the surface.
Light tippet, small flies, and clean drifts are the name of the game right now.
Lower Provo River
The Lower Provo is sitting around 121 CFS and fishing well.
The two bugs doing most of the work right now are sow bugs and Blue Winged Olives. The BWO hatch has been showing up in the early afternoon, and when it does the fish definitely notice.
Another thing happening right now is the rainbows are getting into their pre-spawn mode, which means they’re aggressive and willing to chase a good presentation. It’s a great time to hook into some really strong fish.
Middle Weber River
The Middle Weber, around Park City and Wanship, has been steady and productive.
This stretch continues to fish best with nymph rigs and small winter bugs, and if you focus on deeper runs and softer seams you’ll find fish holding in predictable spots.
It’s one of those rivers that quietly produces fish all day if you stay patient and cover water.
Lower Weber River
Down around Henefer and Morgan, the Lower Weber has started to show some really nice Blue Winged Olive hatches in the early afternoon.
When those bugs start popping, fish slide into feeding lanes and you’ll occasionally see them start rising. It’s not a full-blown dry fly fest every day, but the opportunities are definitely there if you hit the timing right.
Spring Is Knocking on the Door
This is that transition window where winter fishing turns into spring fishing. Bugs are becoming more active, fish are feeding more consistently, and every week things seem to improve.
If you’ve been thinking about getting out, now is a really good time to get on the water before runoff season shows up.
If you want to experience these rivers the right way, come fish with us at Wild Utah Fly Fishing. We run private guided trips on the Provo and Weber and this time of year can produce some seriously fun days on the water.
Grab a date and let’s go fishing. 🎣
