Hexagenia Dun
Hexagenia Dun is a large mayfly dry designed for the famous Hex hatch when big trout feed confidently in the last light of day. It supports Hexagenia dun, Hex fly, and giant mayfly dry searches.
Imitates: Adult Hexagenia mayflies
Quick Reference
- Best Sizes
- #4-8
- Best Season
- Early summer
- Best Conditions
- Warm evenings, lake outlets, slow rivers, and dusk-to-dark Hex hatches
- Water Temp
- 60-72°F
- Recommended Tippet
- 3X-4X
How to Rig It
Fish alone on a stout leader during the hatch or around lights and calm shorelines.
How to Present It
Dead-drift or gently twitch in slow water during dusk and full darkness.
Why It Works
The large profile matches one of the biggest mayfly meals trout see all season.
History
Hex hatches are legendary in the Midwest and Great Lakes because they bring very large trout to the surface after dark.
Pro Tip
Start before full darkness so you can judge lanes and fish position before visibility disappears.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Hexagenia Dun for?+
It is for the big Hex hatch when trout rise to large mayflies in warm early-summer evenings.
Not sure if Hexagenia Dun is right today?
Get a fly recommendation based on live water temp, flow, sky, and time of day for any river in the US.
Open Fly Advisor
Map
Fly Guide