Delaware River Report: August 20, 2024
We’re in a cooling stretch with decent daytime temps and cloud cover today. The rain in the 10 day forecast looks negligible. That should definitely help keep the lower East Branch and Mainstem water temps in check. There is still a tinge of color on the the Main but it’s looking okay. The West Branch is in great shape and clear. Small olives and Isonychias have been around along with a few left over sulphurs. Flying ants have been spotted but we haven’t seen a big fall yet.
Today will be 64 degrees, mainly cloudy, and a chance of a rain shower. We m ay see some heavier showers in the afternoon. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 47° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 664 cfs | 50° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 326 cfs | 56° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,200 cfs | 61° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 2,400 cfs | 61° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 496 cfs | 61° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 56° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 411 cfs | 62° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 80.4% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 91% |
Delaware River Report: August 19, 2024
We were hit with some storms overnight but the West Branch looks good with a flow of 662 cfs at Hale Eddy. It’s clear in Homepool right now. Oquaga Creek is only 50 cfs so it seems like we came through the storms just fine. The main storms must have passed just South and East of us because The lower East Branch and Mainstem are chocolate from the feeder streams. Olives, Isonychias, and maybe a few sulphurs and cahills should make up most of the bugs. The wind will be up a bit so look for protected areas. Nymphing will be the best bet early in the day.
Today will be 72 degrees with some rain showers in the morning. We m ay see some heavier showers in the afternoon. Total rainfall should be .26″ according to Wunderground. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 47° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 664 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 378 cfs | 57° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,430 cfs | 63° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 3,370 cfs | 64° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 642 cfs | 63° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 437 cfs | 65° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 80.1% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 91.4% |
Delaware River Report: August 18, 2024
We’d like to thank all of the volunteers that showed up for the 7th annual Get Trashed River cleanup. Over 90 people showed up to clean the river, sections, of road, and access points. It’s an amazing group that does a lot of good for the river system.
We have some light rain / heavy mist this morning. Wunderground is calling for afternoon thunderstorms and .59″ of rain but keep and eye on the radar in case they slide around us. We had a bit more rain than forecasted yesterday but the rivers held together and look good. There were some olives and Isonychias around. Sporadic rising fish in the riffles seemed happy to eat an Isonychia. If we do get the rain today it would probably make a decent streamer afternoon. Large amounts of flying ants are more likely to fall on humid days but definitely have them in your box.
Today will be 77 degrees with clouds and light rain showers in the morning developing into thunderstorms in the afternoon. Total rainfall should be .59″. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 48° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 670 cfs | 53° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 281 cfs | 58° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 866 cfs | 63° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,770 cfs | 64° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 372 cfs | 64° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 415 cfs | 65° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 80.1% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 91.4% |
Delaware River Report: August 17, 2024
We woke up to some light rain. We should see showers on and off today but the total precipitation amounts shouldn’t bump the flows. The cooler weather and rain could push some olives and Isonychias so definitively have those in your box. Nymphing has been better on the cloudy days too. Streamers could be a decent option in this weather too.
The Main Stem, Beaverkill and lower East Branch are starting to warm up again now that the levels have dropped. Bring your thermometer if you’re fishing those areas.
Today will be 75 degrees with clouds and light rain showers. Total rainfall should be .18″. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the South.
Get Trashed
Our annual Get Trashed river cleanup is this Saturday, August 17. Meet at the shop at 10am.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 48° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 676 cfs | 52° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 299 cfs | 59° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 935 cfs | 65° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 1,890 cfs | 66° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 394 cfs | 64° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 60° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 482 cfs | 66° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 80.1% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 91.4% |
Delaware River Report: August 16, 2024
The rivers are still dropping but the West Branch remains in good shape for wading and floating. Nymphing has been the best bet early but people have seen some fish eating junk / leftover spinners in the big, slow pools before the sun hits the water. Isonychias are still putting some fish in the net. Olives and flying ants are definitely on the menu now too.
The Main Stem, Beaverkill and lower East Branch are starting to warm up again now that the levels have dropped. Bring your thermometer if you’re fishing those areas.
Today will be 85 degrees sunny to partly cloudy. Wind will be light and variable.
Get Trashed
Our annual Get Trashed river cleanup is this Saturday, August 17. Meet at the shop at 10am.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 47° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 698 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 337 cfs | 58° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,070 cfs | 63° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 2,110 cfs | 65° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 459 cfs | 69° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 603 cfs | 64° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 79.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 91.5% |
Delaware River Report: August 15, 2024
The river is fishing well, even with the touch of color remaining in the water. We’ve found fish on nymphs, streamers and dries – depending on the time of day. Have your Isos, olives, cahills and a few spinners with you. The Main Stem, Beaverkill and lower East Branch are starting to warm up again now that the levels have dropped. Bring your thermometer if you’re fishing those areas.
Today will be 82 degrees with a mix of sun and clouds and a small chance of showers in the afternoon. Winds 5 – 10 mph from the West.
Get Trashed
Our annual Get Trashed river cleanup is this Saturday, August 17. Meet at the shop at 10am.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 47° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 750 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 412 cfs | 57° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,270 cfs | 61° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 2,470 cfs | 63° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 547 cfs | 61° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 764 cfs | 63° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 79.4% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 91.2% |
Delaware River Report: August 14, 2024
The flows are in good shape and the stain has cleared from most river sections. There are plenty of safe wading opportunities on the upper West and more will open up as the levels continue to drop. The higher water gave us good streamer fishing, but as it drops we’re back to nymphing early and looking for rising fish as the sun drops. Make sure to have a selection of small olives, Isos and caddis with you.
Today will be 80 degrees with a mix of sun and clouds. Winds 5 – 10 mph from the West.
Get Trashed
Our annual Get Trashed river cleanup is this Saturday, August 17. Meet at the shop at 10am.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 46° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 828 cfs | 51° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 461 cfs | 56° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,410 cfs | 60° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 2,860 cfs | 62° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 633 cfs | 60° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 58° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 901 cfs | 61° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 78.8% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 90.9% |
Delaware River Report: August 13, 2024
The river is recovering nicely from the rain over the weekend. There are a lot more wade opportunities opening up as the levels drop. Be careful on the banks as there is a some drift debris stacked up. There is still a slight stain to the water on the lower West but that should be cleared out soon. The sulphurs are starting to wane so bring your Isos, olives and caddis. Keep a few cahills handy and always have a spinner or two.
Today will be 77 degrees with a mix of sun and clouds. Winds 5 – 10 mph from the West.
Get Trashed
Our annual Get Trashed river cleanup is this Saturday, August 17. Meet at the shop at 10am.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 502 cfs | 46° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 951 cfs | 52° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 601 cfs | 55° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,800 cfs | 59° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 3,670 cfs | 61° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 814 cfs | 59° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 57° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 1,230 cfs | 60° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 77.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 90.2% |
Delaware River Report: August 12, 2024
The rivers have continued to drop back to fishable levels. There is still some water coming off the hills and stain to the water. This makes for good streamer fishing, though you may find some fish looking up on the edges. The West Branch is at a good level for floating but wading may remain challenging for another day. Stilesville remains the best choice for safe wading opportunities. We received reports that several of the boat ramps and access points have some damage. Use caution when driving and launching in those areas.
Today will be 72 degrees with a chance of showers this afternoon. Winds 10 – 15 mph from the West.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 509 cfs | 47° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 1,180 cfs | 55° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 841 cfs | 57° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 2,710 cfs | 60° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 5,130 cfs | 62° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 1,150 cfs | 60° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 1,680 cfs | 61° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 66.4% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 82.3% |
Delaware River Report: August 11, 2024
The rivers have dropped significantly over the last 24 hours, and we should see the levels continue to drop over the next few days. Home Pool still has some color in it this morning but that should clear up once the runoff subsides. Stilesville will still be the best choice for wading at these levels. Floating should be fine on the West Branch, though the ramps may have some debris on them.
Today will be 77 degrees with sunshine and clouds mixed. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the West.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 509 cfs | 46° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 1,650 cfs | 57° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 1,390 cfs | 57° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 4,800 cfs | 60° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 8,540 cfs | 63° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 1,840 cfs | 61° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 60° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 2,620 cfs | 62° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 66.4% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 82.3% |
Delaware River Report: August 10, 2024
Yesterday’s storm hit us hard in the afternoon and caused some localized flooding. All of the river flows are way up and the rivers are chocolate. The feeder streams are still pushing a lot of water so it will take a few days for the flows to drop. Give it a few days for the rivers to return to safe levels. If you’re already in the area Stilesville is 500 cfs so there should be some fishable water once you get above the feeders. There was color in the water up there yesterday but that should clear today. It looked like they dropped the release for a bit yesterday and are bringing it back up now.
Today will be 79 degrees with sunshine and clouds mixed. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from North.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 433 cfs | 48° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 4,400 cfs | 64° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 3,980 cfs | 60° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 16,200 cfs | 72° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 34,300 cfs | 65° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 6,050 cfs | 64° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 64° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 8,910 cfs | 64° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 64.4% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 82.3% |
Delaware River Report: August 9, 2024
1:30 update: We’re very high and off color. Oquaga Creek is coming in at 2,200 cfs and the flow at Hale Eddy is 3,670 and climbing.
As of 6:30 am Wunderground is calling for 2.35″ of rain today. The flow at Hale Eddy is 1,060 cfs and is bumping back up. There is already color in the mid to lower West Branch. Stilesville remains a steady 509 cfs. Oquaga Creek is 199 cfs and bumping up again. There will be some localized flooding in the feeder creeks. Click on the links below for the most up to date flow information. We’ll post updates as the situation changes.
Today will be 75 degrees with showers and thunderstorms this morning followed by showers in the afternoon. Total rainfall should be 2.35″. Wind will be 15 – 25 mph from the South.
What’s Hatching:
Dark Blue Wing Olive – #16 – 18 – Baetis spp.
Sulphur – #16 – 20 – Ephemerella dorothea
Slate Drake – 12-2xl – 12 – Isonychia bicolor
Light Cahill – #14 – Stenonema ithaca & canadense
Light Blue Wing Olive – #18 – 20 – Ephemerella attenuata, cornutella
Tiny Blue Wing Olive – #22 – 26 – Pseudocloeon sp.
Tan Caddis -#16 – 18 – Hydropsyche sp.
View the current local weather conditions.
| Click on any gauge for the most recent data: | ||
|---|---|---|
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 509 cfs | 46° |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy, NY | 1,060 cfs | 55° |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 965 cfs | 59° |
| East Branch at Fishs Eddy, NY | 1,990 cfs | 62° |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY | 4,220 cfs | 62° |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 732 cfs | 63° |
| West Branch at 191 Bridge | 59° | |
| West Branch at Walton (Cannonsville inflow) | 1,550 cfs | 64° |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Release | 500 cfs | |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Capacity | 64.9% | |
| Pepacton Reservoir Capacity | 81.8% |
