Smallmouth Bass Streams Fly Fishing Report - November 6, 2025

Big Flies=Big Bass. With the colder water temperatures we are using big flies to tempt the biggest bass with a mouthful as they want to stock up before winter. Fish in the deeper pools and strip at a slower pace than you did in the summer time.  Want to learn more?  Listen to our latest podcast for November.

Recommended flies:

• CJ Sluggo size 1/0
• Galloups Dungeon Fly size 2
• Murray's Magnum Creek Chub size 4
• Murray's Magnum Bluegill size 4

CJ Sluggo

Both the North Fork and South Fork of the Shenandoah River are low, clear and fishable. Wade carefully (with chest high waders) so that you are not spooking the bass.  If you need help with access, stop by the fly shop or see our book Fly Fishing the Shenandoah River for Smallmouth Bass

Murray's Fly Shop Beanies are in stock--just in time for the cold days ahead!