Fly Rods
Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod Outfit
A complete rod, reel, and line outfit that covers most trout water and small-stream bass.
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A spring-fed Ozark National Scenic River with trout in the upper river and smallmouth below.
Trip at a Glance
Anglers come to Current River for rainbow trout, brown trout and smallmouth bass. The best months overall are Mar to Jun, Sep to Nov. In October, rainbow trout, brown trout and smallmouth bass are in season, and Parachute Adams, Blue-Winged Olive and Pheasant Tail Nymph are a good place to start. There are 4 shops within 60 miles (1 fly, 3 bait and tackle); the closest is Favorite Fishing Rods in Thayer, 45 mi away. Check the live USGS flow and water temperature before you head out.
Best Months
Mar to Jun, Sep to Nov
In October
Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Smallmouth Bass
Methods
Fly fishing, Spin, cast & bait
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What You'll Catch
Current River Species
Plan by Month
What to Use
Month
Fish
15 picks for October. ● means in season that month.
Parachute Adams #12-20
FlyDry Fly · Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlyBlue-Winged Olive #16-22
FlyDry Fly · Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlyPheasant Tail Nymph #14-20
FlyNymph · Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlyPat's Rubber Legs #4-10
FlyNymph · Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlyWoolly Bugger #2-10
FlyStreamer · Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlyHare's Ear Nymph #12-18
FlyNymph · Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlySan Juan Worm #10-14
FlyNymph · Rainbow Trout · After rain.
Shop This FlyEgg Pattern #8-16
FlyNymph · Rainbow Trout
Shop This FlySculpin Streamer #2-6
FlyStreamer · Brown Trout · Low light and fall.
Shop This FlyClouser Minnow #1/0-8
FlyStreamer · Smallmouth Bass
Shop This FlyCrayfish Fly #2-6
FlyStreamer · Smallmouth Bass
Shop This FlyInline Spinner 1/16 to 1/4 oz
LureSpinner · Smallmouth Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
Shop This LureSuspending Jerkbait 4 to 5 in
LureHard Bait · Smallmouth Bass, Brown Trout
Shop This LureNed Rig 2.5 to 3 in
LureFinesse · Smallmouth Bass
Shop This LureTube Jig 3 to 4 in
LureSoft Plastic · Smallmouth Bass
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Rod & Reel
Recommended Setups
Rainbow Trout
Fly 9 ft 5 wt rod, weight-forward floating line, 9 ft 4X to 5X leader. Add a sink-tip and 3X for streamers.
Spin / Cast 6 to 7 ft ultralight or light spinning rod, 1000 to 2500 reel, 4 to 6 lb mono or fluorocarbon.
Brown Trout
Fly 9 ft 5 or 6 wt rod, floating line for dries and nymphs, sink-tip with 0X to 2X for streamers.
Spin / Cast 6.5 to 7 ft light spinning rod, 2500 reel, 6 to 8 lb line. Jerkbaits and inline spinners.
Smallmouth Bass
Fly 9 ft 6 or 7 wt rod, floating line, 10 to 12 lb leader. Crayfish patterns, Clousers, and poppers.
Spin / Cast 7 ft medium spinning rod, 2500 reel, 8 lb braid to a 6 to 8 lb fluorocarbon leader.
Matched to These Species
Gear for Current River
Fly Lines
Scientific Anglers Mastery Infinity Fly Line
A smooth-shooting, all-around freshwater line.
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RIO Bass Fly Line
A short, aggressive head that turns over wind-resistant poppers and bass bugs.
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Simms Freestone Stockingfoot Waders
Durable, breathable waders that hold up to seasons of wading.
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Frabill Rubber Mesh Landing Net
A fish-friendly rubber net that does not tangle hooks.
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Mepps Aglia Inline Spinner
A classic spinner for trout, bass, and salmon in moving water.
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Redington Classic Trout Fly Rod
A smooth, moderate-action rod that is forgiving for new casters and protects light tippet.
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Redington Behemoth Fly Reel
A strong, sealed drag at a modest price, made in sizes from trout to saltwater.
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Within 60 Miles
Shops Near Current River
Bait & Tackle
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Poplar Bluff, Missouri· 59 mi
Bait and tackle shop in Poplar Bluff, MO.