Best fishing is from midday to 3pm. Indicator nymphing with skwala stoneflies, march browns, caddis pupa, and small mayflies is most productive. Fishing adult skwala stoneflies and caddis patterns near the bank is producing some decent dry fly action. Swinging march brown nymphs or emergers, or caddis pupa is also productive on warmer days. Access at Hallwood, Hwy 20 bridge, Sycamore Ranch, or Hammond Grove.
Fishing pressure is moderate to heavy above the bridge.
Boat traffic below the bridge can be heavy on sunny days. Applicants should be computer literate and knowledgeable of flyfishing in Northern California. The Yuba River is one of the few Northern California rivers that offers good winter and spring fishing. Strong hatches of Skwala stoneflies, march brown mayflies, BWOs and caddis keep the fish actively feeding throughout the winter and spring. This year's low water has created great wading opportunities and a chance to fish many stretches of the river that are normally inaccessible.