Author: Jeff White
Delaware River Report: September 26, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. It looks like we’re just catching the edge of the storm with just a little rain today and the same wind as yesterday. The clouds will be a bonus. Nymphs and streamers could be good bets in today’s weather. Small olive have made up most of the hatch but there are some Cahills and sporadic Isonychias out there. We’ve seen more Isonychia spinners than duns in the last week. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing.
Today will be 61 degrees overcast with periods of rain showers. Total rainfall should be .15″. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Olive Sulphur – 18 – 20 – Heptagenia hebe
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12 – 14 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 571 cfs | 52° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 195 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 450 cfs | 58° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,200 cfs | 58° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 166 cfs | 56° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 56° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 181 cfs | 56° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 73.8% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 81.7% |
Delaware River Report: September 25, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. We’re coming off another cold night and the water temps are in great shape. All of the rivers in the system look good. Today looks sunny and we’ll have some wind to contend with. Small olive have made up most of the hatch but there are some Cahills and sporadic Isonychias out there. We’ve seen more Isonychia spinners than duns in the last week. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing.
Today will be 71 degrees with a mix of clouds and sun. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Olive Sulphur – 18 – 20 – Heptagenia hebe
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12 – 14 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 50° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 581 cfs | 50° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 198 cfs | 49° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 479 cfs | 57° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,250 cfs | 58° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 179 cfs | 54° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 54° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 194 cfs | 54° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 74.2% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 82% |
Delaware River Report: September 24, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. We’re coming off another cold night and the water temps are in great shape. All of the rivers in the system look good. We’ll have some sunshine today so the best bets early will be nymphs or wet flies. We have had some odd midday olive hatches in the sun do keep an eye open in the slow foam. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing. The West is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day.
Today will be 69 degrees and sunny. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12 – 14 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 459 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 581 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 203 cfs | 50° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 508 cfs | 58° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,310 cfs | 58° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 191 cfs | 55° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 55° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 209 cfs | 57° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 74.5% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 82.3% |
Delaware River Report: September 23, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. We’re coming off a cold night and the water temps are starting off a couple of degrees colder than yesterday. Yesterday was amix of periods of clouds and sun. Today looks like more sun. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing. The West is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day.
Today will be 67 degrees and partly sunny. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the East.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12 – 14 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 612 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 208 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 554 cfs | 59° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,400 cfs | 59° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 212 cfs | 57° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 55° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 231 cfs | 57° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 74.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 82.6% |
Delaware River Report: September 22, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. It’s beginning to look and feel like Fall. We have some colder nights coming that should help the water temps on the freestones and lower Mainstem. The river flows are dropping back to normal after the weekends rain and the clarity is decent. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing. The West is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day.
Today will be 65 degrees and generally cloudy. Wind will be light and variable.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 52° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 637 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 213 cfs | 53° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 645 cfs | 61° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,560 cfs | 61° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 251 cfs | 59° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 58° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 276 cfs | 59° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 75.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 83.4% |
Delaware River Report: September 21, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. Yesterday was a really great looking fishing day. Light wind and light rain. Nymphs still put the most fish in the net but there were some tiny olives in the afternoon. The rivers came through the rain just fine with the biggest bump on the Beaverkill of about 100 cfs. The West looks great this morning and is still at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 67 degrees and partly cloudy. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 459 cfs | 52° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 700 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 235 cfs | 52° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 698 cfs | 60° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,720 cfs | 60° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 332 cfs | 59° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 57° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 359 cfs | 60° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 75.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 83.4% |
Delaware River Report: September 20, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. We woke up to some light rain. Wunderground is calling for .1″ this morning but there is the possibility of a few heavier storms so keep any eye on the radar and click the gauge links below for the latest flow information. As of 6:30 am the rivers look good and the flows haven’t bumped yet. Nymphing worked well yesterday during the sunshine, The West Branch is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 64 degrees with rain early. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 52° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 622 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 211 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 546 cfs | 63° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,390 cfs | 62° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 214 cfs | 61° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 242 cfs | 62° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 75.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 83.4% |
Delaware River Report: September 19, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. The flows have dropped back a bit and the rivers look good this morning. The wind was tough at times yesterday but people found some fish. Today should have a bit more sun earlier but less wind. nymphing has been decent on some sections. The West Branch is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 76 degrees with a mix of sun and clouds. Wind will be light and variable.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 632 cfs | 55° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 211 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 594 cfs | 62° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,480 cfs | 63° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 232 cfs | 61° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 276 cfs | 63° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 75.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 83.4% |
Delaware River Report: September 18, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. The river flows bumped slightly from yesterdays rain but not enough to warrant any plan changes for today. We had some good reports of olives and ants yesterday. Hopefully the clouds stick around longer than forecasted and we see some of the same action today. The West Branch is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 74 degrees with clouds early turning partly cloudy in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 467 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 689 cfs | 55° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 229 cfs | 53° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 645 cfs | 62° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,620 cfs | 62° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 253 cfs | 62° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 359 cfs | 63° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 76.1% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 83.6% |
Delaware River Report: September 17, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. Today looks like a good day to be on the water with rain early, clouds, and maybe some afternoon showers. Total rainfall should be less than 1/4″ today. So it definitely looks like an olive day. Streamers could be a good bet with the rain and the color of the West Branch. The West Branch is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 76 degrees with rain early. Total rainfall should be .17. Wind will be light and variable.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 459 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 622 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 219 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 636 cfs | 62° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,000 cfs | 62° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 255 cfs | 61° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 260 cfs | 63° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 76.4% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 83.9% |
Delaware River Report: September 16, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. The river flows have dropped and are a bit more normal this morning. We’ve had a few showers this morning but the amount of rain has been negligible. The West Branch is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 78 degrees with overcast skies. Wind will be light and variable.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 459 cfs | 51° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 648 cfs | 53° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 224 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 698 cfs | 61° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,670 cfs | 60° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 271 cfs | 58° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 57° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 301 cfs | 60° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 76.7% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 84.1% |
Delaware River Report: September 15, 2026
The release from Cannonsville is 475 cfs. The river flows have dropped a bit as the runoff subsides. They should be clearer today too. The West Branch is at a good level for wading and floating. There have been tiny olives on some sections and a few Cahills, Isonychias, and hebes. The hatching should be less spotty as the flows drop and the nights get cooler. Streamers and nymphs are good bets early and late in the day. The West Branch has a greenish tint to it that is likely the reservoir turning. The fish and bugs don’t mind it and its actually better for streamer fishing
Today will be 71 degrees with a mix of sunshine and clouds. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow information.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 499 cfs | 50° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 743 cfs | 52° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 240 cfs | 54° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | N/A | N/A |
| East Branch at Hancock, NY | 844 cfs | 61° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,930 cfs | 60° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 326 cfs | 59° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 57° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 429 cfs | 61° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 475 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 78.8% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 84.3% |