What flies are hatching on the Swift River right now?

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

What's the current flow on the Swift River?

The Swift River is running at currently unavailable — check the USGS gauge at the primary station for the latest reading. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Swift River fishable today?

Live conditions for Swift River are unavailable right now. Check the embedded gauge widget on this page for the latest data.

Swift River Fly Fishing Conditions

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24-Hr Pressure

29.37 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

72°FClear sky

Wind 5 mph29.37 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

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Rain

79° / 62°

0.73"

Tomorrow

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Mainly clear

84° / 62°

Wed

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Overcast

84° / 62°

Thu

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Drizzle

92° / 66°

Rain in forecast — expect rising, off-color water in 12–24 hrs.

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.

Time of Day

Using: Trico continues. Terrestrials peak. Caddis. Stocked browns hold in pocket water.

What should I pack?

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

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Swift River · August · Late Summer

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JanDec

Trico continues. Terrestrials peak. Caddis. Stocked browns hold in pocket water.

TricoCaddisTerrestrials

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About Swift River

Runs along the Kancamagus Highway through Albany — one of the most accessible and popular trout streams in NH. Mix of stocked browns with some holdover fish; rocky pocket water and runs. High during snowmelt; plan for June or early July. Campgrounds along the Kanc make this an easy weekend river.

HendricksonSulphurCaddisGreen DrakeTricoBlue-Winged Olive

Regulations

NH fishing license required. Stocked sections under standard NH F&G regulations. No active USGS gauge — check with local outfitters or Waterline app for current conditions.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Swift River with more confidence.