NymphSparkle Worm

The Sparkle Worm is a flashy, attention-grabbing pattern that imitates a wide variety of aquatic worms and larvae. Its bright colors and sparkly materials make it a great attractor pattern.

Season
Year Round
Difficulty
Beginner
Target Species
Trout
Sparkle Worm - Image source: Homewaters Club
Image source: Homewaters Club

Overview

A flashy, synthetic take on the San Juan Worm, this pattern uses sparkle chenille for the body, sometimes with a bead for added weight. It's simple to tie and highly visible in stained water—perfect for high water or runoff conditions.

Pattern Characteristics

Beginner Difficulty
Trout
Stillwater
Moving Water
Year Round
Imitates: Aquatic worms and larvae

Materials

Hook: Tiemco 2457, sizes #10–#18
Thread: Red UTC 70
Body: Pearl Core Braid

Fishing Tips

Season

Year Round

Presentation

Dead drift it like a standard nymph, or jig it to imitate a squirming worm or larva.

When to Use

Use when fishing in stained water, or when you need to grab the attention of the fish.

Water Type

Both stillwaters and moving waters.

Rigging Suggestions

Can be fished alone, or as part of a multi-fly nymph rig.

Visibility & Floatation

The Sparkle Worm is a sinking fly. Its bright pink color and sparkly materials make it highly visible in the water.