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Salmon River — hatch chart + live conditions

Atlantic Salmon Broodstock area — special regs apply. Heavily stocked sections.

Current conditions: Checking USGS… USGS site 01193500

Top 3 dry flies for June

1
Parachute Adams fly pattern
Size 14-20 · dry
Matches active hatch: sulphur.
2
Elk Hair Caddis fly pattern
Size 12-16 · dry
Matches active hatch: caddis.
3
Sulphur Comparadun fly pattern
Size 16-18 · dry
Matches active hatch: sulphur.

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12-month hatch chart

Month blue wing olive caddis hendrickson march brown midge sulphur terrestrial
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Frequently asked

What are the best months to fish the Salmon River?

Best months: April, May, October, November. An Atlantic Salmon Broodstock area with special seasonal regulations — confirm current rules before fishing.

What flies hatch on the Salmon River in June?

Active hatches this month: sulphur, caddis.

What species are in the Salmon River?

Primary: brown trout, rainbow trout, atlantic salmon (juvenile). Atlantic Salmon Broodstock area — special regs apply. Heavily stocked sections.

Are there special fishing regulations on the Salmon River?

An Atlantic Salmon Broodstock area with special seasonal regulations — confirm current rules before fishing. Always confirm current rules with CT DEEP before fishing.

How do I check live water conditions on the Salmon River?

The live USGS reading is shown at the top of this page (site 01193500). It refreshes hourly.

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