West Coast
Methow River
Live Conditions
Methow River — Methow at Twisp
7-Day Flow
↓ Falling
24-Hr Pressure
28.09 inHg · → High/stable
Local Weather
Tough conditions — fish deep
Today
☀️Clear sky
81° / 52°
Tomorrow
☁️Overcast
85° / 56°
Wed
☁️Overcast
73° / 59°
Thu
🌦️Drizzle
64° / 52°
0.31"
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?
⚡ AIAI-powered recommendation using today's live flow, temperature, and hatch data.
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Time of Day
Using: 255 CFS · SUMMER STEELHEAD continuing — release all. BWOs returning
What should I pack?
Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Methow River conditions.
🪰 Hatch Calendar
Methow River · September · Early Fall
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SUMMER STEELHEAD continuing — release all. BWOs returning (size 18-20). Mahogany Duns. Best dry-fly month.
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About Methow River
Eastern Cascades freestone river with ESA-listed summer steelhead — wild resident rainbows and anadromous fish in a remote canyon with spectacular scenery.
Regulations
ESA-listed steelhead — ALL steelhead must be released (hatchery and wild). Catch Record Card required but no retention. Always check WDFW — emergency closures have been issued for this river.
Learn More
Guides to help you fish Methow River with more confidence.
Washington Fishing Regulations for Fly Anglers
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Trout Species of Washington
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Yakima River Seasonal Guide: Washington's Blue-Ribbon Trout Fishery
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