Henry's Fork Hopper
Mike Lawson's Henry's Fork Hopper is the standard foam-body grasshopper pattern for slick water. Unlike bushy hoppers designed for rough water, this pattern sits flush in the film with a realistic profile that satisfies the most discriminating spring creek trout.
How to Fish It
Plop the hopper on the bank and twitch it into the current for the most natural presentation. Let it drift drag-free once in the current. Best in late summer through early fall.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Henry's Fork Hopper should I use?
The Henry's Fork Hopper is most commonly tied in sizes 8–12. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Henry's Fork Hopper imitate?
The Henry's Fork Hopper primarily imitates grasshoppers. Plop the hopper on the bank and twitch it into the current for the most natural presentation. Let it drift drag-free once in the current. Best in late
How do you fish a Henry's Fork Hopper?
Plop the hopper on the bank and twitch it into the current for the most natural presentation. Let it drift drag-free once in the current. Best in late summer through early fall.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Dry Flies
- Sizes
- 8–12
- Colors
- Tan, Yellow, Olive
- Imitates
- grasshoppers
- Water Types
- spring creek, freestone
Target Species
Pattern Details
- Category
- Dry Flies
- Sizes
- 8–12
- Colors
- Tan, Yellow, Olive
- Imitates
- grasshoppers
- Water Types
- spring creek, freestone