Current Report / Information

Water temps are riding around the low 50’s overnight and hitting the low to mid 60’s on the Freestones and similar on the lower Main Stem during daytime highs.

Writing this update 10/21/25 in the AM. The Willowemoc and Beaverkill have been in very low flows all summer and Fall and have received a small bump from yesterdays rain. With low flows we must understand that many fish will look to spawn in the main rivers. These fish and the Redd’s should be avoided at all costs. The West Branch is wade friendly and likely your best option for now although a bit stained so likely streamer/nymph water.

Watch your steps as Brown and Brook Trout are pairing up to spawn. Avoid Spawning activity and Redd’s with no exceptions. Stay clear of shallow riffled water with gravel bottom.

Fall Caddis are around. Try a well swung wet fly, dead drift an Iso Emerger, dead drift Pheasant tail nymph, or dead drifting spent caddis may find a fish. Smaller natural toned streamers could find a fish.