Trout Streams Fly Fishing Report - January 7, 2026
Happy New Year! If you have the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful weather this week, then head to the trout streams. The DWR continues to stock trout streams throughout VA with rainbows, browns, and tiger trout. The local stocked trout streams are clear and fishable. Wade carefully and hide your approach. Nymphs and small streamers are working well.
- Mr. Rapidan Bead Head Nymph size 14
- Murray's Dark Stonefly Nymph size 14
- Olsen's Blowtorch Barbless, Peacock size 16
- Casual Dress Nymph, size 12
- Betsy Streamer size 12
- Murray's Marauder, Black or Olive size 10
Fish these on a Murray's Classic 9ft 4X or 5X leader or use Murray's Trout Nymph Leader which has built in strike indicators.
Now let's talk about the native brook trout streams. With this warmer weather, I would be tempted to explore more streams in the Shenandoah National Park. Plan to fish in the afternoon once the water temperatures have had time to increase slightly. Nymphs will be the best option. Use the nymphs listed above on a Murray's Mountain Leader 6ft 5X leader. For better water levels, I would recommend coming in from the lower boundaries of the streams.
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.
- Mountain Trout Schools conducted in the Shenandoah National Park --meeting at Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria, VA
- Mountain Trout Schools conducted in the George Washington National Forest--meeting at Murray's Fly Shop in Edinburg, VA
Interested in a Guided Trip?? Learn more and call us to book....540-984-4212
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