Hat Creek
RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!
Rating - Good
Friday, May 09 2025
May and June are generally considered the "prime time" months on Hat Creek. Starting as early as the last Saturday in April, myriad insects begin to hatch on the spring creek, creating consistent opportunities throughout each day to catch fish on both nymphs and dry flies.
Friday, May 09 2025
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Hat Creek
RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!
Rating - Good
May and June are generally considered the "prime time" months on Hat Creek. Starting as early as the last Saturday in April, myriad insects begin to hatch on the spring creek, creating consistent opportunities throughout each day to catch fish on both nymphs and dry flies.
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