Delaware River, West Branch - NY

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

50

West Branch Angler's Tip of the Week

Fish are spawning

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Map of Delaware River, West Branch

Water Flow Data

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

West Branch Angler
Cross Current Guide Service

5-Day Outlook as of 11/2/26

Fish are spawning

Techniques & Tips as of 11/2/26

Fish are spawning

Local Species Available

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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):
Clousers BLK/WHT/OLV 4-6
Deceivers BLK/WHT/OLV 4-6
Buggers BLK/WHT/OLV 4-6

Clousers

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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:

BWO's, Hebe's, Iso's, Cahill's, various types of Caddis

Best Time to Fish:

Day

Best Stretch:

West Branch

Best Access:

Stilesville, Norboard, Gentlemen's Club, Barking Dog, Gamelands, Balls Eddy, Shehawken