Unlocking Ideal Water Temperatures for Trout Fishing
To excel in trout fishing, focus on water temperature, as it directly impacts trout behavior. Trout are most active between 51-60°F, with peak feeding at 55-57°F. They become sluggish below 40°F, favoring deeper, slower waters, and seek cooler, oxygen-rich areas above 70°F. During winter, target deeper pools using small nymphs. Spring requires precision in shallow…