Fishing Season: Open Year Around

Allegheny River - PA

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

41

The Lodge at Glendorn's Tip of the Week

Water flows are currently down to 1,640cfs. During these cold Winter periods, get the flies down deep. Often withing 6-12 inches off the bottom. Slow the drift - trout won't chase. Use fine tippet for less drag and more natural movement.

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5-Day Outlook as of 12/12/25

Dam output is currently at 1,640cfs. Cooler air temps have brought the river temperature down into the upper 30's. Cold temps over the next few days. Use caution when wading.

Techniques & Tips as of 12/12/25

Pounding banks with streamers during high water periods. Or early in the morning. Nymphing pockets during low water conditions. During the late fall and early Winter swinging streamers with a two handed rod can be a very effective way to target large brown trout during wadable flows.

Local Species Available Open Year Around

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    Brown trout

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    Rainbow Trout

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    Smallmouth Bass

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    Musky

The Lodge at Glendorn's Recommended Fly Patterns

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

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Rouse's Poodle Black, Olive, and Wh 4,6
Trash Can Streamer white 4,6,8
Woolly Bugger Black, Olive 4
Bead Head Crystal Soft Hackle Tan and Olive 14, 16
Pheasant Tail Natural 14,16,18
Soft Hackle PT Nymph N/A 14,16,18
Bead Head Soft Hackle Caddis Pupa Fly Olive and Brown 14,16
Czech-Mate Caddis Tan 14,16

Rouse's Poodle

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Description: About Allegheny River

Tailwater fishery outside of Warren PA in the scenic Allegheny National Forest.

Nearest Airport:

Bradford, PA, Buffalo, NY

Hatches:

Caddis, Sulphurs, Blue Winged Olives,

Best Time to Fish:

Early mornings

Best Stretch:

Kinzua Dam to Warrnen, PA

Best Access:

US Corp of Engineers parking