San Juan Worm Squirmy Wormy Fly
What is the San Juan Worm Squirmy Wormy Fly?
The San Juan Worm Squirmy Wormy is an irresistible nymph pattern featuring a tungsten bead for fast sinking, shiny body for attraction, and realistic squirming action that drives fish wild. This fly imitates worms and aquatic larvae that wash into streams, making it deadly year-round but especially after rain.
Why is This Fly So Effective?
Fish can't resist the wiggling, squirming action of this pattern. The tungsten bead gets it down quickly to the strike zone, the shiny body attracts fish from a distance, and the realistic size and movement trigger instinctive strikes even from stubborn fish that refuse other patterns.
When to Fish San Juan Worms?
This pattern works year-round but is especially deadly after rain when worms wash into streams, during spring runoff when water is high, in winter when other food is scarce, and anytime fish are being selective. It's your go-to fly when nothing else is working.
Where Did the San Juan Worm Originate?
This pattern was developed on New Mexico's San Juan River, one of the most productive tailwaters in North America. The fly's effectiveness quickly spread worldwide, and it's now a must-have pattern in every serious angler's fly box.
How to Fish Squirmy Wormy Flies?
Fish this pattern near the bottom using euro nymphing, indicator rigs, or tight-line techniques. Dead drift through runs, pools, and pocket water. The tungsten bead sinks it quickly, and the squirmy body creates action with minimal current.
What Makes This Pattern Special?
This fly features a tungsten bead for precise depth control, shiny body that attracts fish in all water conditions, realistic squirming action, and proven effectiveness for stubborn fish. It's particularly deadly in spring and summer but works year-round.
What Fish Bite on San Juan Worms?
All trout species (rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat), steelhead, salmon, grayling, whitefish, and even panfish aggressively take this pattern. It's proven effective in rivers, streams, lakes, and tailwaters across North America.
Why Keep This in Your Fly Box?
The San Juan Worm is your secret weapon for difficult fishing conditions. When fish are being selective, water is off-color, or traditional patterns aren't working, tie on a Squirmy Wormy and watch your success rate soar.
Product Features
- Tungsten bead for fast sinking
- Shiny body attracts fish
- Realistic squirming action
- Works year-round
- Deadly after rain
- Catches stubborn fish
- Essential spring and summer fly
- Proven San Juan River pattern
- Hand-tied quality
- Made in USA
