Delaware River Report: April 13, 2025
Today will be much warmer which is a welcome change. There is no snow in the forecast. The warmer next few days should help bump the water temps and hopefully push the hatches. The feeder streams are up a bit from yesterdays rain but it shouldn’t be noticeable on the West Branch. We’re still at decent levels for wading and floating. The wind will be up a bit so try to find protected areas with good slow foam lines. It’s still early in the season so nymphing and streamers will be the best choices but we are seeing some olives, little black caddis, and stoneflies.
Today will be 53 degrees with cloudy skies. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pleuralis
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 | 316 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 590 cfs | 41° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 299 cfs | 41° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,540 cfs | 42° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 2,760 cfs | 42° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 832 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 41° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 759 cfs | 42° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 93.2% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 88.5% |
Delaware River Report: April 12, 2025
There is some snow falling this morning but we are above freezing so it should turn to rain before too long. Nymphing and streamers are still the best bets but there were some fish rising in the slow foam lines on some river sections. It was mostly olives with some stoneflies and little black caddis mixed in. Despite the snow falling this morning we actually will warm up today and we’ll see even better temps over the next few days. That should bump the water temps and push the hatches.
Today will be 42 degrees with a mix of rain and snow in the morning turning to rain in the afternoon. Total precip should be .11″. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pleuralis
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 | 316 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 511 cfs | 40° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 229 cfs | 42° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 895 cfs | 43° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,710 cfs | 42° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 527 cfs | 40° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 41° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 563 cfs | 43° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 93.2% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 88.5% |
Delaware River Report: April 11, 2025
We had some rain mixed with snow showers overnight leaving a light coating in the higher elevations. That should melt off this morning and turn in to a nicer day. We’ll have less wind than normal. We’re still mainly nymphing and throwing streamers. There are some little black caddis showing up along with the stoneflies and olives. We should see more as we warm up over the next four days.
Today will be 45 degrees, cloudy with a slight chance of a rain shower. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pleuralis
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 | 316 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 507 cfs | 39° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 209 cfs | 41° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 826 cfs | 41° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,650 cfs | 41° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 437 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 39° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 537 cfs | 40° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 93% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 88.2% |
Delaware River Report: April 10, 2025
Despite the cooler weather the West Branch at Hale Eddy peaked at 48 degrees yesterday. Not too bad for early April. We’re on a bit of a warming trend and should have cloud cover and some mixed precipitation through the weekend. Nymphing and streamers continue to be the best bets but people are seeing some olives and stoneflies. The fish we have seen eat on top have been in the foam lines and tailouts. The dries have been an occasional bonus so count on fishing underneath. The wind may pick up this afternoon so look for more protected spots.
Today will be 46 degrees, cloudy with a chance of rain this afternoon. Total rainfall should be .05″. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 38° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 494 cfs | 38° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 206 cfs | 40° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 826 cfs | 40° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,670 cfs | 41° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 437 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 40° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 533 cfs | 40° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 92.7% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 88% |
Delaware River Report: April 9, 2025
Today looks much nicer than yesterday. Warmer, less wind, and no snow showers. We’re coming off a cold night so it will take the rivers a little longer to warm up today. Nymphing will likely be the best bet early. Streamers have also been putting some fish in the boat. There may be a shot at olives and stoneflies this afternoon. This is the least wind we’ve seen for a few days. The 10 day forecast shows decent daytime temps that should definitely help the bugs.
Today will be 44 degrees with partly cloudy skies. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 37° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 516 cfs | 36° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 213 cfs | 36° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 903 cfs | 37° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,820 cfs | 37° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 481 cfs | 36° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 36° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 603 cfs | 36° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 92.6% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 87.7% |
Delaware River Report: April 8, 2025
Yesterday was chilly but people did get out to fish. It was another nymph nd streamer day. The snow covered the ground in the higher elevations but melted by mid morning. The wind will make today tough so it’s likely another day of nymphs and streamers. It feels like early March again. Find some protected bends or banks below islands to try to hide from it. Tomorrow we should be back in the 40’s with at least a little sunshine and less wind.
Today will be cold with the air temp peaking at 30 degrees with cloud cover. Wind will be 20 – 30 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 543 cfs | 40° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 219 cfs | 42° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 969 cfs | 42° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,910 cfs | 42° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 535 cfs | 40° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 40° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 650 cfs | 42° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 92.5% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 87.5% |
Delaware River Report: April 7, 2025
We have some light rain falling this morning and it’s chilly enough there is ice on some of the steps. The higher elevations may even see a snow shower. The precip should end by 9 am with no meaningful accumulation. Today should be the first day in a while we haven’t had to contend with wind. The flows bumped slightly on the Eastern drainage but not enough to be noticeable. Water temps are within a degree of where they started off yesterday morning. Streamers were the ticket yesterday with some people nymphing. Today should fish similarly. There is always a chance of olives and stoneflies this time of year so watch the tailouts and slower seams in the afternoon.
Today will be cooler than yesterday with the air temp hitting 40 degrees. We have light rain falling and may even see some snow showers. Wind will be light and variable.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 552 cfs | 41° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 216 cfs | 44° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,010 cfs | 45° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 2,030 cfs | 45° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 568 cfs | 43° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 43° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 669 cfs | 45° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 92.8% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 86.7% |
Delaware River Report: April 6, 2025
The heaviest rain slid around us. We had some steady rain but overall the rivers came through just fine with some minor bumps in flow. The lower West Branch looks good at 6:30 this morning flowing at 595 cfs and dropping. We’re in decent shape for floating and wading. Yesterday was chilly and wet on the river. The wind made it a streamer / nymph day although there were some breaks in the afternoon. Today looks similar with slightly less wind. If we do get some breaks in the wind there is a shot at olives and stoneflies in the slow tailouts.
Today will be cooler than yesterday with the air temp hitting 43 degrees. We have light rain falling this morning but the total should only be .12″. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 40° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 595 cfs | 42° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 219 cfs | 44° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 952 cfs | 46° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,890 cfs | 46° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 535 cfs | 44° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 43° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 856 cfs | 45° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 92.8% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 86.7% |
Delaware River Report: April 5, 2025
We need some rain and it looks like we’ll get it today. Wunderground is showing the heaviest rainfall early with it switching to showers and light rainfall in the afternoon. If there are any major changes in conditions we’ll do a midday blog update. Watch the radar and click on the gauge links below for the latest flow data. The wind may be rough at times today so nymphing and streamers will likely be the best bets. The creeks may throw some color in the rivers which could make for some good streamer fishing. There have been fish rising to small olives, the larger olives, and stoneflies on the nicer afternoons. Water temps look good for early April.
Today will be cooler than yesterday with the air temp hitting 50 degrees. The rain should start around 7 am with the potential of .85″ falling. Wind will be 15 – 20 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 40° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 435 cfs | 42° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 165 cfs | 48° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 607 cfs | 50° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,290 cfs | 50° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 339 cfs | 48° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 47° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 411 cfs | 50° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 92.8% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 86.7% |
Delaware River Report: April 4, 2025
Yesterday morning’s rain bumped the river flows slightly but everything is in good shape today. The rivers are at decent levels for wading and floating. Water temps jumped up quite a bit yesterday afternoon and the warm night kept them there this morning. That may push the bugs a bit today. There were some olives and stoneflies on some river sections but it’s still mainly a nymph and streamer game. The wind has been a hindrance and that may continue today so look for sheltered spots if it picks up. We cool back down tomorrow and will see some rain. The amount predicted changes every time we check the weather station so keep an eye on the radar if you’re fishing this weekend.
Today will be a little cooler than yesterday with the air temp hitting 57 degrees. Cloudy skies to start off the day should clear a bit in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 40° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 452 cfs | 44° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 176 cfs | 47° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 681 cfs | 48° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,390 cfs | 47° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 378 cfs | 47° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 48° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 506 cfs | 49° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 93.1% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 86.6% |
Delaware River Report: April 3, 2025
We have a little rain falling this morning but it should soak in the ground and not change the flows. Wind will be lighter today by a little bit but still up midday. Keep that in mind when choosing your spot. We’re coming off a cool night but it will be much warmer today. Once the water temps bump up this afternoon we have a shot at some olives and stoneflies being on the water. If the wind is still blowing try to find a protected spot. Streamers and nymphs will still be the best bets – especially early. The flows look good and people are floating and wading the rivers.
Today will be much warmer with the air temp hitting 69 degrees. Rain this morning may hit 1/4″. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 39° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 444 cfs | 40° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 167 cfs | 42° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 631 cfs | 43° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,310 cfs | 42° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 353 cfs | 41° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 40° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 420 cfs | 42° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 93% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 86.3% |
Delaware River Report: April 2, 2025
The wind made yesterday tough. There were a few people out fishing streamers and nymphs. The sun did pop in the afternoon. The cold last night dropped the water temps quite a bit so it will take a while for them to warm with the lack of sun today. We warm up considerably tomorrow but should keep the cloud cover. If the wind lays down towards the end of the week we should see some stoneflies and olives again. If the wind stays 10 – 20 mph over the next few days nymphs and streamers will be your best bet. It’s tougher to hide from the wind with no leaves on the bushes and trees so look for high banks or side channels to get away from it as much as you can.
Today will be another cool one with the air temp hitting 47 degrees. We may see a few snow showers that switch to rain this morning. We shouldn’t see any significant precipitation. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Early Black / Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taenipteryx sp.
Tiny Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Flies to Carry Just in Case
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Little Black Caddis -#18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
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 | 311 cfs | 38° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 444 cfs | 38° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 170 cfs | 42° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 668 cfs | 43° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,380 cfs | 43° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 375 cfs | 40° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 40° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 452 cfs | 44° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 350 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 93.1% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 86.1% |
