Water flow:
Visibility: 24 inches
Water temperature at mid-day: 74 Degrees F
Water condition: Clear
Best time of day to fish:
Best stretch: Pequest TCA Only fish from the spillway to the 1st downstream bridge
Best access point: Hatchery lot on Rt. 46
Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:
Fish species: Trout
Fishing season: Open all year. Check NJ Fish and Wildlife Digest for Spring Stocking closure dates.
Nearest airport: Teterboro or Newark Liberty
Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader
Recommended fly fishing tippet: 5X Tippet
Best fly fishing rod: 9' 4 Weight Fly Rod
Best floating fly line: Double Taper Trout Fly Line
This beautiful tributary of the Delaware River is located in Northwestern New Jersey. Famous for its Trout Hatchery, the Pequest offers angler easy access and opportunities for Trout fishing. There are many runs, pools and pocket water holding a combination of Rainbow, Brook, and brown trout. Exploration of the Pequest River beyond the Hatchery Trout Conservation Stretch will open up many opportunities for ...
Indicator/Tightline Dry Fly
This fishery is Seasonal and is solely dependant on weather. Right now there is high water that is warm. The water has to decrease and cool for Trout to move.
