Catching Big Trout on Terrestrial Flies

In case you've ever invested a hot Aug afternoon by the river when the particular water is low and the mayflies are nowhere available, you've probably noticed that terrestrial flies are basically the cheeseburgers of the trout world. While most fly angling talk centers close to bugs that reside in the water, these types of land-dwelling insects are the real MVPs during the dog days of summer. They provide a massive shot of protein for fish that will are otherwise very lethargic in the heat. ...

April 10, 2026 · 7 min · Kennet Maryblair