Trout Streams Fly Fishing Report - January 14, 2026

Trout Streams Fly Fishing Report - January 14, 2026

The stocked trout streams are clear and fishable. Stoney Creek west of Edinburg was stocked last week with browns and rainbows. There are still some fish in Passage Creek in Fort Valley near the Elizabeth Furnace area off of Rt. 678. For the latest schedule of streams stocked throughout VA, visit the DWR website.

Recommended flies:

  • Murray's Marauder, Black or Olive size 10
  • Murray's Strymph, Black or Olive size 10
  • Olsen's Blowtorch Barbless, Peacock size 16
  • Mr. Rapidan Emerger size 12
  • Mr. Rapidan Soft Hackle Nymph, Brown size 12
  • Murray's Dark Stonefly Nymph, size 12
  • Cress Bug size 14

The native brook trout fishing is slow but we are picking up a few on nymphs in the mountain streams.  Water temperature is still cold and it is still early to be on these streams but who can resist a day hiking in the mountains. Keep in mind the Shenandoah National Park does close some throughout the winter if the weather is bad.  Check their website or social media for updates on trail/road closures. 

Recommended flies:

  • Murray's Little Dark Stonefly Dry size 18
  • Mr. Rapidan Bead Head Nymph size 14
  • Copper John, Zebra size 18
  • Perdigon Nymph, French size 16

We are currently booking for Spring 2026 Mountain Trout Fly Fishing Schools and Guided Trips. 

Prime Time to Fish for the Native Brook Trout is April & May when the hatches and water levels are ideal. Which is why we conduct our fly fishing schools during April and May.  Spring 2026 Dates are open for registration! Click links below for more information. Some dates are close to being full so don't delay on signing up.

Interested in a Guided Trip?? Learn more and call us to book....540-984-4212

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