Stonefly Nymphs
Our Stonefly Nymphs collection features realistic, high‑confidence subsurface patterns designed to imitate one of the trout’s most important food sources. Stonefly nymphs live among rocks in fast, clean rivers, making them a year‑round staple for trout. These patterns offer lifelike segmentation, natural colors, and weighted profiles that get down quickly and drift naturally in heavy currents. Whether matching Salmonflies, Golden Stones, Skwalas or Yellow Sallies, these nymphs excel in riffles, runs, and pocket water. Perfect for indicator nymphing or tight‑line presentations, these flies consistently produce fish in stonefly-rich rivers.
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TJ Hooker - Black & Brown
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TJ Hooker - Tan & Brown
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Trout Retriever - Chocolate Lab
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Trout Retriever - Yellow Lab
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Tungsten Pat's Rubber Legs - Black
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Tungsten Pat's Rubber Legs - Black & Brown
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Tungsten Pat's Rubber Legs - Brown
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Twisted Stone - Brown
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Zirdle Bug - Natural
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Zirdle Bug - Orange
Realistic Stonefly Nymphs for Fast Water
Stonefly nymphs are a critical food source for trout in many Western rivers, and this collection brings together the most effective patterns for imitating these large, slow-moving insects. Stonefly nymphs spend most of their lives crawling along rocky river bottoms, making them easy targets for trout throughout the year. These flies are designed to sink quickly, drift naturally, and closely match the size and shape of real stonefly nymphs.
Match Salmonflies, Golden Stones, Skwalas and Yellow Sallies
Stonefly species vary widely in size and color, and this collection includes patterns that imitate all major types. Larger nymphs match Salmonflies, Golden Stones and Skwalas, while smaller, slimmer patterns imitate Yellow Sallies. Their segmented bodies, natural tones, and subtle movement make them ideal for prospecting or targeting specific holding water.
Pair with Stonefly Dry Flies for Full Hatch Coverage
Stonefly nymphs are most effective before and after the hatch, but trout often transition to adults during peak emergence. For complete coverage, explore our Stonefly Dry Flies collection. Using both nymphs and dries ensures you’re prepared for every phase of stonefly activity throughout the season.
Essential Patterns for Western Rivers
Whether fishing deep runs, pocket water, or heavy riffles, stonefly nymphs consistently produce fish. With a wide range of sizes and profiles, this collection equips anglers to match natural stoneflies with accuracy and confidence in any river condition.