What flies are hatching on the Pequannock River right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Pequannock River include Hendrickson, Caddis, Sulphur. Use the AI Hatch Advisor on this page for a live, temperature-aware recommendation.

What's the current flow on the Pequannock River?

The Pequannock River is running at 175 CFS at the At Macopin, NJ (gauge unverified) gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Pequannock River fishable today?

Yes — Pequannock River is rated fishable right now. Current flow is 175 CFS at the At Macopin, NJ (gauge unverified) gauge.

Pequannock River Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Pequannock River — At Macopin, NJ (gauge unverified)

Fishable

175CFS

Discharge

8.02ft

Gauge Height

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Water Temp

Updated 20 min agoView on USGS ↗

7-Day Flow

↓ Falling

RisingFallingStable

24-Hr Pressure

29.36 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

71°FClear sky

Wind 7 mph29.36 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

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Overcast

79° / 67°

Tomorrow

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Overcast

77° / 58°

Sat

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Overcast

64° / 51°

Sun

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Rain

61° / 56°

1.47"

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: 175 CFS · BWOs

What should I pack?

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

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Pequannock River · September · Early Fall

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JanDec

BWOs (size 18-20) returning. Brookie pre-spawn — RESPECT REDDS.

Blue-Winged Olive

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About Pequannock River

The Pequannock River flows through Morris and Passaic counties in the Highlands region, draining the Bearfort Mountain watershed before being impounded at Charlotteburg Reservoir. The upper river above the reservoir offers quality freestone trout water in a forested setting, while the lower reaches below Macopin are stocked regularly. A solid secondary option in the Highlands with good access via Norvin Green State Forest.

HendricksonCaddisSulphurLight CahillBlue-Winged Olive

Regulations

Standard NJ stocked trout regulations apply on most sections. Upper watershed sections within state forest land may have additional access considerations. Check NJDEP for any Highlands-specific rules. NOTE: USGS gauge 01388500 is unverified — flow data may be stale or unavailable; check with local outfitters as backup.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Pequannock River with more confidence.