Thermocline Tactics That Catch Fish when Nothing Else Does
Struggling to find trout when the lake heats up? They didn’t disappear they just dropped into the thermocline. Here’s how to follow them down and stay in the zone all day.
Show Notes:
In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg breaks down how to fish the thermocline a critical zone where trout retreat during warm summer days. You’ll learn what it is, why it matters, and how to consistently reach and fish it using the right lines and techniques.
What You'll Learn:
What the thermocline is and how it affects fish behaviour
Why fishing just above or below it can mean the difference between a skunk and a banner day
Which fly lines work best for targeting the thermocline (intermediate, hover, type 3/5/7 full sinks)
How to use the countdown method and fish finder to locate the zone
Greg’s go to method: the dangle with a full sink line
How to make small adjustments to your setup that keep your fly in the strike zone longer
Closing:
The fish didn’t shut off they just moved down. Learn how to follow them, fish effectively at depth, and turn slow summer days into success. Got questions or tips on understanding the thermocline better! Tight lines until next time.
