Fishing Report For the Arkansas Tailwater
December 6th, 2025
Arkansas River Tailwater below Pueblo Reservoir (Pueblo Tailwater)
General Overview
The Winter Season on the Tailwater is truly one of the most consistent fishing seasons on this section, and quite frankly one of the best venues in the state during the winter. Remember that we guide that tailwater regularly in the Winter and operate the oldest guide service on this section...if you're ready to take your skillset to the next level in the winter, give us a shout!
Fishing has been very steady the last several weeks on the "Tail," and it will remain consistent as the weather cools down. Midge and Trico lifecycle activity will be key alond with a spattering of winter BWO's. Our guides have done well on a variety of core attractor nymphs along with your core midge and trico patterns. This section can be quite busy, but will be a great option for you regardless of weather.
Questions or ready to book a trip to learn the Tailwater better? We're the oldest outfitter on the Tailwater and our guides are excellent. Please call us at (719) 371-4530, or visit our Guide Trips online to inquire about availability if you're interested in booking a trip.
Stream Conditions
Flowrate: 80.5 cfs (plus ~25 cfs out of the Hatchery)
Clarity: Clear
Suggested Methods
Technical nymphing will be your staple whether you indicator or euro nymph. Again, your focal points should be in the midge and trico lifecycles. Keep some small dry flies on hand for any surface feeding.
