August 17, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 17, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 549 cfs. Some river sections fished well in yesterday’s rain with a mix of sulphurs and olives. The West Branch flow only bumped slightly and won’t be noticeable. The Beaverkill is up a couple hundered cfs. The mid day sulphurs are getting a bit spotty as the hatch wanes but there still are some out there. It’s also still the best shot at daytime dry fly action – especially on these sunny days. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 81 degrees with rain and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the West.

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


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August 16, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 16, 2026

Yesterday was our 10th Get Trashed river cleanup. The volunteers are incredible. 96 tires and a dumpster of garbage were pulled from the river between Buckingham and Lordville. A big thank you to all who participated!

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. Today looks like a good day to be on the water with clouds and some rain showers in the afternoon. Total rainfall should be .2″ so the rivers should come through just fine. The wind will be up but should be manageable. The mid day sulphurs are getting a bit spotty as the hatch wanes but there still are some out there. It’s also still the best shot at daytime dry fly action – especially on these sunny days. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 73 degrees with a little rain early and some additional showers in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 15 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


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August 15, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 15, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The flows have dropped back a bit more and today looks like a beautiful day to be on the water. Yesterday was an odd mix of dry fly fish and nymphing in the sunshine so be ready for just about anything. The mid day sulphurs are getting a bit spotty as the hatch wanes but there still are some out there. It’s also still the best shot at daytime dry fly action – especially on these sunny days. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 79 degrees with sunshine and clouds mixed. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the NW.

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


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August 14, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 14, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The rivers are dropping back to normal and the West Branch is still at a decent level for wading or floating. The mid day sulphurs are getting a bit spotty as the hatch wanes but there still are some out there. It’s also still the best shot at daytime dry fly action – especially on these sunny days. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 82 degrees and partly cloudy. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the NW.

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


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August 13, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 13, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We were hit with a few storms overnight. The West Branch at Hale Eddy is 826 cfs. It looks like the flow has peaked and should start to drop. The flow on Oquaga Creek bumped to 92 cfs so there is some color in the water. The West is still at a decent level for wading and floaThis could be a good streamer morning. The fishing on the WB has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 79 degrees and partly cloudy. There may be a stray shower or thunderstorm in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the NW.

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


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August 12, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 12, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. It seems like everyday this Summer we’ve had a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Today is no different so keep an eye on the radar. The flows have dropped back and everything looks good this morning. The fishing on the WB has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 81 degrees and partly cloudy. There may be some isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the NW.

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


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August 11, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 11, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The West Branch flow bumped a little yesterday from the rain. Hale Eddy hit 700 cfs but is dropping back this morning. It’s still at a good level for wading and floating. Clarity is good. The fishing on the WB has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 81 degrees and mainly cloudy. There may be some sun and a stray shower or thunderstorm. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the NW.

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


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August 10, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 10, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The weather and fishing hasn’t changed much since the last big rain. Hot with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. We should see some showers today with total rainfall around .14″. There is a chance of some thunderstorms so keep an eye on the radar and check the gauge links below for the latest flows. The fishing on the WB has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 81 degrees and partly cloudy with afternoon thunderstorms. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the NW.

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


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August 9, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 9, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The flows are still slowly dropping. The West is still at a good level for wading and floating. Clarity is fine on the West. The lower East and Main are off color but too warm to fish for trout. The fishing on the WB has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 81 degrees and partly cloudy. There is a slight chance of an afternoon thunderstorm. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the NW.

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


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August 8, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 8, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We got lucky again on the West Branch. Most of the the storms slid around us and the river looks fine out front this morning. The flow bumped slightly but not enough to make a difference. The West is still at a good level fro wading and floating. Clarity is fine. The fishing has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 81 degrees with clouds in the morning and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the SW.

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


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August 7, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 7, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. A few storms moved beginning yesterday evening and the flows bumped a bit. The West Branch is at 663 cfs and dropping so we’re still at a good level for floating and wading. Clarity is fine out front. We may see some additional storms this afternoon so keep an eye on the radar. The fishing has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 86 degrees with clouds in the morning and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. 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


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August 6, 2026

Delaware River Report: August 6, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The heat is back and a chance of afternoon thunderstorms with it. Wunderground is showing .13″ for the rainfall so no problem but keep an eye on the radar just in case. The flows are leveling off and we’re at a good level for the beginning of August. The fishing has stayed relatively consistent with the summer sulphurs hatching midday in Deposit. There are some olives mixed in plus a few Isonychias and Cahills. Stick to the lower West if you want to nymph. The algae has been bad up top making it a dry fly only game.

Today will be 86 degrees with clouds in the morning and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. 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


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