July fly fishing on the Blue River below Green Mountain means PMDs, deep tailouts, and wild trout. Get hatch tips, top flies, and access points for this remote gem.

This week, we leave the mall rats behind and head downstream—to the remote, rugged waters of the Blue River below Green Mountain Reservoir.

This isn’t Silverthorne. This is freestone-style tailwater with long hikes, tricky access, and trout that eat like they’ve never seen a human. If you're looking for elbow room, PMD hatches, and a chance at truly wild fish, this is the stretch that delivers.

In this episode, we break down:

• Flow updates and water clarity for July

• How to fish the PMD hatch (and why you’re probably missing the window)

• Our go-to flies for this stretch: nymphs, dries, and streamers

• Access points worth the sweat equity

• Whether to bring a dry-dropper, a euro rig, or your 6-weight and streamers

We also talk about why this is one of the most underappreciated sections in Colorado—and why that might be a good thing. It’s not easy water, but it’s rewarding.

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