Fishing Season: Open

Delaware River, West Branch - NY

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Temperature 35°

Temp:

35°

Water Temp:

28

West Branch Angler's Tip of the Week

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Map of Delaware River, West Branch

Water Flow Data

5-Day Outlook as of 3/1/24

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Techniques & Tips as of 3/1/24

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Local Species Available Open

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    Trout

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    Browns and Rainbows

West Branch Angler's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Parachute Pheasant Tail PT 2-4
Parachute Pheasant Tail PT 2-8
Parachute Pheasant Tail PT 24-32
Parachute Pheasant Tail PT 14-20
Parachute Pheasant Tail PT 2/0
Parachute Pheasant Tail PT 4/0

Parachute Pheasant Tail

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West Branch Angler's Recommended Gear

Description: About Delaware River, West Branch

The West Branch of the Delaware is widely considered the best wild trout fishery in the East Coast. Cold water released for the Cannonsville Reservoir keeps the water temperatures cold all season. If technical dry-fly fishing is your passion, this is the river for you.

Nearest Airport:

Binghamton Airport (BGM), Binghamton, New York

Hatches:

Nothing is Hatching

Best Time to Fish:

Night

Best Stretch:

West Branch

Best Access:

Stilesville, Norboard, Gentlemen's Club, Indian Country, Gamelands, Balls Eddy, Shehawken