July 6, 2026

Delaware River Report: July 6, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We woke up to more rain but so far the West Branch looks fine and even the flow at Oquaga Creek is level. If anything changes we’ll post an update. The East Branch and Beaverkill were hit with more rain and the flows are up quite a bit in those drainages. Sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis are all out on the water. Blind casting Cahills and Isonychias can be effective when there isn’t a hatch. Head to the colder water for the best hatching. Sulphurs were definitely the main hatch on some upper river sections.

The Beaverkill, lower East Branch, and Mainstem are starting close to or over 70 degrees today. It’s time to give these rivers a break until they cool back down.

Today will be 69 degrees with clouds in the morning and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. Rain totals around .14″. Wind will be 5 – 10 cfs from the South.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – 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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July 5, 2026

Delaware River Report: July 5, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We had some thunderstorms and rain showers push through yesterday evening and overnight but the rivers came through just fine. The flow on Oquaga Creek actually went down so the West Branch is clear and in decent shape for wading and floating. The Eastern drainage flows bumped a little but not enough to notice. We may see a little rain today with more coming overnight. It’s been really dry up to yesterday so this is all welcome. Sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis are all out on the water. Blind casting Cahills and Isonychias can be effective when there isn’t a hatch. Head to the colder water for the best hatching.

The Beaverkill, lower East Branch, and Mainstem are starting way over 70 degrees today. It’s time to give these rivers a break until they cool back down.

Today will be 77 degrees with clouds in the morning and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. Rain totals around .13″. Wind will be light and variable.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – 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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July 4, 2026

Delaware River Report: July 4, 2026

The release from Cannonsville was pulsed again last night hitting 700 cfs but is already back to 500 cfs this morning. We had some thunderstorms push through yesterday afternoon that helped drop the the air temp. Whatever rain fell was soaked right into the ground. We may see a few thunderstorms this afternoon with an additional 1/2″ of rain coming overnight. That will also likely soak into the ground. Sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis are all out on the water. Head to the colder water for the best hatching.

The Beaverkill, lower East Branch, and Mainstem are starting way over 70 degrees today. It’s time to give these rivers a break until they cool back down.

Today will be 87 degrees with a mix of clouds and sun in the morning and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. Rain totals around .14″. Wind will be 10 – 15 from the North.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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July 3, 2026

Delaware River Report: July 3, 2026

The release from Cannonsville hit 900 cfs overnight and will be stepped down beginning at 6 am this morning. We should end back at 500 cfs by 8 am. They are pulsing from Cannonsville to keep the water temperature in check on the Mainstem. Today is going to be very hot again so try to fish early and late in the day. The West Branch and Upper East Branch temps closer to Downsville are fine. The East Branch at Harvard peaked over 70 degrees yesterday. Sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis are all out on the water. Head to the colder water for the best hatching.

The Beaverkill, lower East Branch, and Mainstem are staring way over 70 degrees today. It’s time to give these rivers a break until they cool back down.

Today will be 94 degrees with sun in the morning and some clouds moving in during the afternoon. There is a chance of thunderstorms with rain totals around .34″. Wind will be 10 – 15 from the North.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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July 2, 2026

Delaware River Report: July 2, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. They are pulsing form Cannonsville to keep the water temperature in check on the Mainstem. It’s not enough water to make the Main fishable for trout. The release hit 900 cfs for a couple of hours overnight and will drop back to normal this morning. Today is going to be very hot so try to fish early and late in the day. The West Branch and Upper East Branch temps are fine. Sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis are all out on the water.

The Beaverkill, lower East Branch, and Mainstem will all be over 70 degrees today. It’s time to give these rivers a break until they cool back down.

Today will be 96 degrees and sunny. Wind will be 5 – 10 from the West.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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July 1, 2026

Delaware River Report: July 1, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. It looks like the heat will break Sunday in to Monday. In the meantime stick to the cold water sections. They are pulsing form Cannonsville to keep the water temperature in check on the Mainstem. It’s not enough water to make the Main fishable for trout. The release hit 900 cfs for a couple of hours overnight and is back to 500 cfs this morning. The West Branch and Upper East Branch temps are fine. Sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis are all out on the water.

The Beaverkill, lower East Branch, and Mainstem will all be over 70 degrees today. It’s time to give these rivers a break until they cool back down.

Today will be 91 degrees and partly cloudy early. There is a chance of scattered afternoon thunderstorms so keep an eye on the radar. Wind will be 5 – 10 from the West.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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June 29, 2026

Delaware River Report: June 29, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. This week will be hot and sunny. Stay out of the midday sun and go out early in the morning before the fog burns off. Or wait until the sun hides behind the hills in the evening. Be mindful of the water temps in some sections if you’re targeting trout. We’re still seeing sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis out on the water.

Today will be 87 degrees and sunny. Wind will be light.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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June 28, 2026

Delaware River Report: June 28, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. Today is starting off cloudy again and though the forecast says they’ll stick around we’ll probably still see some sun. Start the day nymphing or blind casting some larger flies until you see rises. Bring all your summer favorites: sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis.

Today will be 84 degrees and mostly cloudy. Wind will be light.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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June 27, 2026

Delaware River Report: June 27, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We’ve got some clouds this morning and we’re hoping that they’ll stick around for the rest of the day. It was warm and humid yesterday but if the bugs were there midday in some sections and most everywhere in the evening. Bring all your summer favorites: sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis.

Today will be 79 degrees and cloudy. Wind will be light.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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June 26, 2026

Delaware River Report: June 26, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We had some rain in the evening that was heavy for an hour or so. The West Branch got most of the rain but the levels are dropping and safe to wade. There’s a little color in the system but that should clear quickly. If the clouds stick around today, we could see hatching mid day. Bring all your summer favorites: sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis.

Today will be 81 degrees and cloudy. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the West.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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June 25, 2026

Delaware River Report: June 25, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. We’re starting off the day with some clouds and cooler air temps. The hatches have been a mix of sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis. Look for sulphurs in the middle of the day and spinners in the evening. If we get some light rain this evening, have your small olive patterns with you.

Today will be 77 degrees and cloudy with a chance of showers later in the day. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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June 24, 2026

Delaware River Report: June 24, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 500 cfs. The clouds stuck around for a while yesterday with the sun popping out in the afternoon. Today we’re starting with sun and keeping it all day. Nymphing or swinging wets will be the best bets early. Blind casting Isonychias or Cahills through the riffles could work too. Add a small dropper to up your chances. The hatches have been a mix of sulphurs, Cahills, Isonychias, olives, and some caddis. The sulphurs have been the main hatch still. Spinners have been around in the early mornings and evenings.

Today will be 75 degrees with sunshine and few clouds. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Tan Caddis – #16 – 20 – Hydrosyche sp
Light Cahill – #14 – Epeorus vitreus, Ephemerella invaria, Stenacron spp.
Slate Drake – #12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.


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