Hoppers & Crickets
Best Hopper & Cricket Flies for Trout
Best time: Summer through early fall
Water: Rivers, banks, undercut edges, and grassy areas
Size: Typically 6–14
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Fish large terrestrial patterns tight to banks and structure, especially on windy days when insects are blown into the water.
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409 Yeager - Umpqua
$4.25Original priceOriginal price $4.25 - Original price $4.25Original price$4.25 - $4.25Current price $4.25| /The 409 will clean up any messy pool, riffle or tailout. Clean as could be. It looks like a little bit of everything. A hopper, a golden stone, a j...
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Baby Boy Hopper
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /A great hopper pattern that isn’t over-sized like many out there. Foam will keep this bug floating and gives it a great segmented look. Fish as is...
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Beetle Bailey
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /This new one comes from straight out of a big fly tying magazine. It's a beetle, its an ant, it's an attractor. The red body contrasts nicely wit...
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Big Fat Angie - Umpqua
$3.55Original priceOriginal price $3.55 - Original price $3.55Original price$3.55 - $3.55Current price $3.55| /The Big Fat version of the Angie came about because I find Chubbies to just be plain boring. Plus sizing Angie and adding a double wing makes this ...
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Carl's Foam Flying Ant - Umpqua
$2.99Original priceOriginal price $2.99 - Original price $2.99Original price$2.99 - $2.99Current price $2.99| /When one has rowed a boat for over twenty years, then had to re–tie flies at night, as has Boomer, a theme emerges to the creations from his vise: ...
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Chernobyl Momba Ant - Solitude
$2.33Original priceOriginal price $2.33 - Original price $2.33Original price$2.33 - $2.33Current price $2.33| /Great terrestrial pattern for when you need things in that nice middle range.
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Cricket Hi-Vis
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /Cricket patterns aren't often found in many fly boxes, but those who fish them have noticed some nice success. While crickets aren't always readil...
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Curmedgeon Crumpler
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /With roots originating in Colorado, you know this pattern is one trout catching son of a gun. It is designed to be a compact hopper pattern. Great...
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Dave's Hopper
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /This is one of the all time favorite Hopper patterns around. Use this pattern from around the end of July to late September. When fishing this fly...
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Dave's Hopper -Foam Body
$1.09Original priceOriginal price $1.09 - Original price $1.09Original price$1.09 - $1.09Current price $1.09| /This all time favorite Hopper pattern just got a lot better. A foam body makes this pattern virtually unsinkable, meaning more time with your fly ...
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Half Chernobyl
$1.09Original priceOriginal price $1.09 - Original price $1.09Original price$1.09 - $1.09Current price $1.09| /A great salmonfly variation of the classic Chernobyl Ant. The Chernobyl was quick to launch into legendary status. Now with the hair wing it is ev...
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Half Chubby
$1.19Original priceOriginal price $1.19 - Original price $1.19Original price$1.19 - $1.19Current price $1.19| /Half Chubby The Half Chubby takes the proven profile and buoyancy of the classic Chubby Chernobyl and trims it down into a smaller, more na...
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Hi-Vis Micro Chubby - Montana Fly Co.
$3.25Original priceOriginal price $3.25 - Original price $3.25Original price$3.25 - $3.25Current price $3.25| /A simple, effective foam dry. This will rise fish from May through October on any productive mountain trout stream. Stonefly/hopper/attractor, th...
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Joe's Hopper
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /One of the oldest, and anymore least used hopper patterns. The red-tail can make a huge difference in attracting fish. Use this pattern from ar...
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Letort Hopper
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /A realistic, durable, high floating Hopper pattern. Use this pattern from around the end of July to late September. When fishing this fly, make 3 ...
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Micro Chubby - Solitude
$2.45Original priceOriginal price $2.45 - Original price $2.45Original price$2.45 - $2.45Current price $2.45| /The super popular Chubby Chernobyl is now available in micro sizes. Perfect for when trout start to become wary of the big foam stuff. This is a g...
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Mini Chubby Chernobyl
$1.19Original priceOriginal price $1.19 - Original price $1.19Original price$1.19 - $1.19Current price $1.19| /The Mini Chubby Chernobyl is a downsized attractor designed for situations where the full-size Chubby feels like too much. With slightly le...
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Parachute Hopper
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /Like other parachutes the Parachute Hopper rides low in the water, is easy to see in low light. Hopper and other terrestrials make an easy high c...
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PMX
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /This pattern was designed by Doug Swisher for use in the Bitterroot River in Montana. The Madam X quickly became a classic dry fly attractor patte...
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Stimi Chew-Toy - Montana Fly Co
$3.50Original priceOriginal price $3.50 - Original price $3.50Original price$3.50 - $3.50Current price $3.50| /A great version of the always-popular stimulator Bushier than some versions. Add a wing and rubber legs for the win
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Thunder Thighs Hopper - Umpqua
$4.99Original priceOriginal price $4.99 - Original price $4.99Original price$4.99 - $4.99Current price $4.99| /This simple little foam pattern will work as everything from a Cicada to a Hopper, Stonefly, Hellgramite or even a Cricket. It is a tasty piece of ...
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Zach's Idylwilde Chubby - Montana Fly Co
$2.50Original priceOriginal price $2.50 - Original price $2.50Original price$2.50 - $2.50Current price $2.50| /Zach is a legend. This fly is legendary. He is a friend of the shop, put me on my first bonefish, and sold us many of the fly displays in the sho...
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How to Fish Hopper & Cricket Patterns
Hopper and cricket patterns are highly effective during summer and early fall when terrestrial insects are active along riverbanks. Trout often key on these larger food sources, especially on windy days.
- Fish tight to banks, undercut edges, and grassy areas
- Use a dead drift or slight twitch to imitate struggling insects
- Cover water—trout will move to eat large terrestrials
When to Fish Terrestrial Flies
Terrestrial fishing is most productive during warm months when insects are abundant near the water.
- Best from mid-summer through early fall
- Windy afternoons often produce the most activity
- Effective even when no hatch is present
Fly Selection Tips for Hoppers & Crickets
Trout are less selective when feeding on terrestrials, making these patterns a great option for covering water and finding fish.
- Use larger flies (sizes 6–14) for visibility and attraction
- Foam patterns provide better floatation and durability
- Ant and beetle patterns can be effective when fish are refusing larger flies
Terrestrial Fly Quality & Construction
- Hooks: Chemically sharpened for strong hook sets
- Materials: Durable foam, rubber legs, and buoyant bodies for long-lasting performance
- Profiles: Designed to imitate large terrestrial insects
- Tested: Proven effective on rivers where bank-side feeding is common