What flies are hatching on the Mountain Fork River right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Mountain Fork River include Blue-Winged Olive, Caddis, Sulfur. Use the AI Hatch Advisor on this page for a live, temperature-aware recommendation.

What's the current flow on the Mountain Fork River?

The Mountain Fork River is running at 1,170 CFS at the Mountain Fork near Eagletown, OK (Broken Bow tailwater) gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Mountain Fork River fishable today?

Mountain Fork River is outside its fishable window right now. Flow is 1,170 CFS at the Mountain Fork near Eagletown, OK (Broken Bow tailwater) gauge. Check back when conditions return to the normal range.

Mountain Fork River Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Mountain Fork River — Mountain Fork near Eagletown, OK (Broken Bow tailwater)

Unfishable

1,170CFS

Discharge

2.79ft

Gauge Height

74.1°F

Water Temp

Updated 1 hr agoView on USGS ↗

7-Day Flow

↓ Falling

RisingFallingStable

24-Hr Pressure

29.66 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Voluntary Catch-and-Release Advisory

Water temperature is at or above 65°F. At these temperatures trout are physiologically stressed and have a higher post-release mortality rate. Consider waiting for cooler conditions — early morning or evening — or choosing a tailwater with regulated temperatures.

Local Weather

77°FOvercast

Wind 2 mph29.66 inHg Stable

Normal conditions

Today

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Overcast

91° / 73°

Tomorrow

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Overcast

97° / 77°

Sun

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Clear sky

99° / 75°

Mon

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Clear sky

101° / 73°

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.

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Time of Day

Using: 1,170 CFS · 74.1°F · Midges; Elk Hair Caddis

What should I pack?

Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Mountain Fork River conditions.

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Mountain Fork River · July · Summer

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⚪ No tracked hatches in active range at 74.1°F — browse the calendar below for seasonal activity

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JanDec

Midges; Elk Hair Caddis (#14–16); small terrestrials; canyon shade key on hot days

CaddisMidgeTerrestrials

🟢 Active · 🟡 Approaching · ⚪ Seasonal only

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About Mountain Fork River

Oklahoma's most popular trout tailwater, flowing cold from the base of Broken Bow Dam through Beavers Bend State Park in the Ouachita Mountains. The forested canyon scenery rivals anything in the Ozarks. Note: rainbow trout stocking has been temporarily paused due to ongoing dam renovation work — brown trout remain; check ODWC for current stocking status before planning a trip.

Blue-Winged OliveCaddisSulfurMidgeElk Hair Caddis

Regulations

Designated trout areas below Broken Bow Dam: artificial lures only in certain sections. Valid Oklahoma fishing license and trout stamp required. Check ODWC for current stocking status and regulations given ongoing renovation.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Mountain Fork River with more confidence.