Fishing Report For the Arkansas Tailwater
May 4th, 2026
Arkansas River Tailwater below Pueblo Reservoir (Pueblo Tailwater)
General Overview
A little water is being moved dowstream now, and with flows in this 356cfs range...conditions are ideal!
Fishing has been very, very good on the "Tail" over the last month and it will remain consistent as the as we progress through the Spring. Midge and Trico lifecycle activity will be key alond with a spattering of Spring 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.
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Stream Conditions
Flowrate: 356 cfs (plus ~25 cfs out of the Hatchery)
Clarity: Tinted to Clear
Suggested Methods
Technical nymphing will be your staple whether you indicator or euro nymph. Again, your focal points should be in the Midge, BWO and Trico lifecycles. Keep some small dry flies on hand for any surface feeding.