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Fly Fishing The Boardman River
Michigan
This stream is know for its big brown trout and a high
population of brook trout. It's also known for the "Adams"
fly because it was originated for this stream by Len
Halladay and named after his friend Judge Charlie
Adams .
The Boardman River starts near Kalkaska, Michigan and
flows into the west arm of Grand Traverse Bay near
Traverse City. It is called Traverse Lake just above the
Bay. Two branches, the North and South Branch of the
Boardman River, form the main stream at the little
villages of Kalkaska and South Boardman.
There are several dams and impoundments on the
Boardman that affects the river and in effect, divides it
into different sections. Currently there is much
consideration about removing some of the dams. It is a
very controversial subject.
The biggest problem with the Boardman River is access.
Some parts, mainly the upper section, has fairly good
access but much of the river doesn't.
One great thing about the Boardman River is that there
is always some good fishing available on the stream.
You can catch trout, steelhead or salmon, one of the
other, just about any day of the year.
Seasons:
The fishing season varies with the species of fish. Some
sections are open year-round.
Spring:
Springtime is the best time for dry fly fishing for trout due
to the number of hatches that takes place. There is a
spring steelhead run.
Summer:
Summertime night fishing during the large drake hatches
can be excellent.
Fall:
Fall is a great time for fly fishing the Boardman River,
especially for the large brown trout. There is a steelhead
run in the fall.
Winter:
Steelhead can be caught during the winter.
Fly Fishing Guide to the Boardman River
The Boardman River has a variety of fish from small
brook trout to larger brown, steelhead and salmon.
Fishing depends first and foremost on what you are
pursuing. (Click Here To Continue)
Michigan
This stream is know for its big brown trout and a high
population of brook trout. It's also known for the "Adams"
fly because it was originated for this stream by Len
Halladay and named after his friend Judge Charlie
Adams .
The Boardman River starts near Kalkaska, Michigan and
flows into the west arm of Grand Traverse Bay near
Traverse City. It is called Traverse Lake just above the
Bay. Two branches, the North and South Branch of the
Boardman River, form the main stream at the little
villages of Kalkaska and South Boardman.
There are several dams and impoundments on the
Boardman that affects the river and in effect, divides it
into different sections. Currently there is much
consideration about removing some of the dams. It is a
very controversial subject.
The biggest problem with the Boardman River is access.
Some parts, mainly the upper section, has fairly good
access but much of the river doesn't.
One great thing about the Boardman River is that there
is always some good fishing available on the stream.
You can catch trout, steelhead or salmon, one of the
other, just about any day of the year.
Seasons:
The fishing season varies with the species of fish. Some
sections are open year-round.
Spring:
Springtime is the best time for dry fly fishing for trout due
to the number of hatches that takes place. There is a
spring steelhead run.
Summer:
Summertime night fishing during the large drake hatches
can be excellent.
Fall:
Fall is a great time for fly fishing the Boardman River,
especially for the large brown trout. There is a steelhead
run in the fall.
Winter:
Steelhead can be caught during the winter.
Fly Fishing Guide to the Boardman River
The Boardman River has a variety of fish from small
brook trout to larger brown, steelhead and salmon.
Fishing depends first and foremost on what you are
pursuing. (Click Here To Continue)
| Type of Stream Freestone Species Brown Trout Brook Trout Steelhead Salmon (Wild trout, wild and hatchery raised steelhead and salmon) Size Small Location Northwestern Michigan Nearest Towns Traverse City Season Varies depending on species. See current regulations Some sections open year-round Special Regulations Yes, see current special regulations Access: Poor to Fair Non-Resident License State of Michigan Weather National Weather Service Link Hatch Chart Perfect Fly Hatch Chart Fly Fishing Guide Hatches and Flies Fly Fishing Gear Stream Flow Data: Real Time USGS Data (Above Brown Bridge Road) |
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