What flies are hatching on the Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) include Blue-Winged Olive. Use the AI Hatch Advisor on this page for a live, temperature-aware recommendation.

What's the current flow on the Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch)?

The Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) is running at 279 CFS at the Below Indian Stream (Pittsburg) gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) fishable today?

Yes — Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) is rated fishable right now. Current flow is 279 CFS at the Below Indian Stream (Pittsburg) gauge.

Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) — Below Indian Stream (Pittsburg)

Fishable

279CFS

Discharge

2.63ft

Gauge Height

48.7°F

Water Temp

Updated 48 min agoView on USGS ↗

7-Day Flow

→ Stable

RisingFallingStable

24-Hr Pressure

28.74 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

47°FOvercast

Wind 4 mph28.74 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

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Overcast

64° / 42°

Tomorrow

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Rain

62° / 46°

0.3"

Wed

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Overcast

70° / 52°

Thu

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Rain showers

61° / 50°

0.15"

Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.

Weather by Open-Meteo · No API key · Updated every 30 min

What should I fish today?

⚡ AI

AI-powered recommendation using today's live flow, temperature, and hatch data.

8.6

Time of Day

Using: 279 CFS · 48.7°F · Midges and BWOs. Spawning — RESPECT REDDS. Tailwater fishable through late fall.

What should I pack?

Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) conditions.

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) · November · Late Fall

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🟢 Active now at 48.7°F water

Blue-Winged Olive

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JanDec

Midges and BWOs. Spawning — RESPECT REDDS. Tailwater fishable through late fall.

Blue-Winged OliveMidge

🟢 Active · 🟡 Approaching · ⚪ Seasonal only

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About Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch)

The 'Trophy Stretch' — 2.5 miles of tailwater below the First Connecticut Lake dam to Lake Francis. Bottom-release dam keeps water cold all summer (fishable even in August when everything else is blown out). Browns over 15 lbs have been documented. Special regs: 2-fish aggregate, 12" minimum trout, 15" minimum salmon. The most remote major fishery in NH — plan for the drive to Pittsburg.

SulphurCaddisStoneflyPale Morning DunBlue-Winged Olive

Regulations

NH fishing license required. Special regulations apply: 2-fish aggregate, 12" minimum trout, 15" minimum salmon. Wading easy at 150 CFS but felt soles plus a wading staff are essential. Operated in cooperation with Central Rivers Power.

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Guides to help you fish Connecticut River (Trophy Stretch) with more confidence.