Appalachians
South Branch Potomac River
Live Conditions
South Branch Potomac River — Near Springfield
7-Day Flow
↓ Falling
24-Hr Pressure
28.61 inHg · → High/stable
Local Weather
Tough conditions — fish deep
Today
🌧️Rain
79° / 70°
0.38"
Tomorrow
☁️Overcast
78° / 65°
Sat
☁️Overcast
80° / 62°
Sun
☁️Overcast
80° / 61°
Rain in forecast — expect rising, off-color water in 12–24 hrs.
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What should I fish today?
One call. Specific to today's exact conditions on the South Branch Potomac River.
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What should I pack?
Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's South Branch Potomac River conditions.
🪰 Hatch Calendar
South Branch Potomac River · June · Early Summer
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GREEN DRAKE peak continuing early month. Light Cahill (size 14-16) and Yellow Sally. Caddis evenings. Smallmouth post-spawn aggressive in lower river.
River Map
About South Branch Potomac River
The South Branch of the Potomac in Hardy and Grant Counties is a West Virginia treasure — long riffles and deep pools hold wild smallmouth and stocked trout. The Smoke Hole Canyon section is particularly spectacular, with dramatic limestone cliffs and exceptional dry fly water.
Regulations
Standard WV trout regulations. Some sections run through private land — respect posted boundaries. Smallmouth bass regulations apply in designated sections.