Guy Jeans reports that the Upper Kern River is fishing well. Flows are low at 35 CFS near Roads End, making wading easy, while below the Powerhouse in Kernville, they jump to 600 CFS. The water is clear with a slight tint, pretty ideal. Although temps are cold, ranging from 34-40°F, meaning fish are staying deep. Jeans suggests skipping dry flies and focusing on nymphing with olive or black zebra midges, blackfly larvae, and possibly some stonefly patterns. Target deep holes and get your rig down to where the fish are holding. A storm midweek could bring fresh snow up high and may muddy the river, so check conditions before heading out.

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