May 29, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 29, 2026

We have sun this morning but should see a few more clouds as the day goes on. Caddis are still a good bet midday and in to the evening. March Browns, Gray Fox, Cahills, Green Drakes, and Sulphurs. Nymphing has been the best bet during the mid afternoon sun but blind casting the bigger bugs could pay off. Dry dropper rigs can also be effective this time of year. The release from Cannonsville is 450 cfs. There is another chance of a stray shower today but total rainfall should be negligible. Yesterday’s rain shower was very brief and soaked in to the ground.

Today will be 73 degrees and partly cloudy in the morning with increasing clouds in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the Northwest.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.
Tan Caddis – #16 – 18 – Hydrosyche sp


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May 28, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 28, 2026

We should have more clouds today but we’ll get some more wind too. Caddis have still been the key of fish during the day. March Browns, Gray Fox, Cahills, and Sulphurs are around and blind casting the bigger bugs has paid off for some people. Green drakes are around in some numbers. The caddis are still really good and accounting for a lot of the fish landed. The release from Cannonsville is 450 cfs. We may see a stray shower but total rainfall should be negligible.

Today will be 67 degrees with some clouds and a chance of rain showers developing in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the Northwest.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.
Tan Caddis – #16 – 18 – Hydrosyche sp


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May 27, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 27, 2026

Today will look a like like yesterday with bit more wind. The Hendricksons are pretty much done but you may find some Xs and spinners in the colder water near the dams. A lot of the fish being landed have been eating caddis. March Browns, Gray Fox, Cahills, and Sulphurs are around. A few Green Drakes are showing up on some sections. The release from Cannonsville is 450 cfs. We’re at a good level for floating and wading.

Today will be 83 degrees and partly cloudy. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the Northwest.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male) – mostly spinners
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female) – mostly spinners
Dark Hendrickson – #16 – Ephemerella X – mostly spinners
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.
Tan Caddis – #16 – 18 – Hydrosyche sp


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May 26, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 26, 2026

We had a little computer trouble yesterday. The fishing has been good since the rain. The Hendricksons are pretty much done but you may find some Xs and spinners in the colder water near the dams. March Browns, Gray Fox, and Sulphurs are moving up the system. Green Drakes have been spotted on some sections. Caddis are still prolific offering some decent fishing even midday. There are some Cahills showing too. The release from Cannonsville is 450 cfs. We’re at a good level for floating and wading.

Today will be 81 degrees with a mix of sun and clouds. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the West.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male) – mostly spinners
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female) – mostly spinners
Dark Hendrickson – #16 – Ephemerella X – mostly spinners
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.
Tan Caddis – #16 – 18 – Hydrosyche sp


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May 24, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 24, 2026

We came through the rain in good shape. It was spread out over a long period so the rivers and creeks handled it well. The river flows looked like they have peaked and are beginning to drop this morning. The West Branch looks good out front this morning and is fishable. Wading is still an option. We’ll should see a negligible amount of rain this morning with another possible .5″ overnight. Today is going to be cool again with the wind. Some people stuck it out yesterday and found some fish on top. Nymphing will be the best option early. Streamers will also be worth a try today. If there are any major changes in conditions today we’ll update the blog. Click on the gauge links below for the latest flow data.

Today will be 53 degrees with a chance of a shower this morning and cloudy in the afternoon. Total rainfall during the day should be .05″. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the South.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male) – mostly spinners
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female) – mostly spinners
Dark Hendrickson – #16 – Ephemerella X – mostly spinners
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.
Tan Caddis – #16 – 18 – Hydrosyche sp


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May 23, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 23, 2026

Today is going to be much cooler with a steady rain beginning mid morning. There have been some scattered showers pushing through since 5:30 am. Total rainfall during the day should be 1/2″ with and additional 1/2″ overnight. All of the rivers are wadeable this morning. The release from Cannonsville is 450 cfs. Caddis are still around in good numbers getting some fish looking up midday. The #14 dark blue sedges are showing up on some rivers. Hendricksons (mostly spinners) are still hanging on in some river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, sulphurs, and olives mixed on other sections.

Today will be 52 degrees with clouds and periods of rain. Total rainfall during the day should be .5″. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the South.

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What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male) – mostly spinners
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female) – mostly spinners
Dark Hendrickson – #16 – Ephemerella X – mostly spinnerss
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Sulphur – 16 – 18 – Ephemerella dorothea
Dark Blue Sedge – #14 – Psilotreta sp.
Tan Caddis – #16 – 18 – Hydrosyche sp


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May 22, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 22, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 450 cfs. The East Branch flow has dropped quite a bit and now all the rivers in the system are wadeable. Caddis are still around in good numbers getting some fish looking up midday. The #14 dark blue sedges are showing up on some rivers. Hendricksons are still hanging on in some river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, and olives mixed on other sections. Definitely have your sulphur box just in case. Green Drakes can’t be far off. We have some rain starting tomorrow we’ll keep an eye on. Like normal the forecast is different every time we look.

Today will be 67 degrees with some clouds. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.

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What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female)
Dark Hendrickson – #16 – Ephemerella X
Apple Caddis – # 16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium


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May 21, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 21, 2026

The release from Cannonsville is 425 cfs. We had some spotty rain in some areas yesterday but not enough to affect the rivers. Today will be overcast and much cooler. It looks like a good day to be on the water. Caddis are still around in good numbers getting some fish looking up midday. The caddis have really been everywhere, Hendricksons are still hanging on in some river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, and olives mixed on other sections. Definitely have your sulphur box just in case.

Today will be 61 degrees with cloudy skies. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the North.

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What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female)
Dark Hendrickson – #16 – Ephemerella X
Apple Caddis – # 16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium


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May 20, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 20, 2026

Today will be cooler with a chance of rain in the morning. Total rainfall should be .12″ and ending by noon. We won’t get enough rain to affect the flows. The flows have dropped and we’re at good levels for floating and wading. The release from Cannonsville is 600 cfs with 2 cfs spilling. Caddis have been around in good numbers getting some fish looking up even in the sunshine. The caddis have really been everywhere, Hendricksons are still on the upper river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, and olives mixed.

Today will be 77 degrees mostly cloudy with occasional rain. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.

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What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (female)
Apple Caddis – # 16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium


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May 19, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 19, 2026

Both Cannonsville and Pepacton Reservoirs are spilling. The release from Cannonsville has been cut back again to 600 cfs with 32 cfs coming over the spillway. The West Branch, Willowemoc, and Beaverkill are in great shape for wading. The East is still a bit high but is slowly dropping. Caddis have been around in good number getting some fish looking up even in the sunshine. Today looks similar to yesterday with a more wind so plan accordingly. Hendricksons are still on the upper river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, and olives mixed.

Today will be 87 degrees with sun and clouds mixed. Wind will be 10 – 20 mph from the South.

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What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – Ephemerella subvaria (female)
Apple Caddis – # 16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18-20 – Chimarra sp.
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium


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May 18, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 18, 2026

Both Cannonsville and Pepacton Reservoirs are spilling. The release from Cannonsville has been cut back again to 600 cfs with 162 cfs coming over the spillway. There are more wade opportunities now and the Beaverkill has dropped to a nice level at 600 cfs. The bright sun has brought the caddis out in force. It’s also made it a little tough to find consistent rising fish during the day. Patience usually pays off when the river gets like this. The heat should break Wednesday. Hendricksons are still on the upper river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, and olives mixed.

Today will be 91 degrees with sun. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.

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What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – Ephemerella subvaria (female)
Apple Caddis – # 16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18-20 – Chimarra sp.
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium


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May 17, 2026

Delaware River Report: May 17, 2026

Both Cannonsville and Pepacton Reservoirs are spilling. The release from Cannonsville has been cut back to 701 cfs with 162 cfs coming over the spillway. That opens up more wading on the West but the best wade spots will still be on the Beaverkill and Willowemoc. The caddis were out in force yesterday but the fish seemed sporadic on them in the bright sun. Hendricksons are still the main hatch on the upper river sections with March Browns, Gray Fox, and olives mixed.

Today will be 83 degrees with sun. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the West.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – Ephemerella subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – Ephemerella subvaria (female)
Apple Caddis – # 16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Grannom – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18-20 – Chimarra sp.
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quill – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
March Brown – #10-2xl – Maccaffertium vicarium


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