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Farmington River: hatch chart + live conditions

Trout Management Area below Riverton: catch-and-release artificial-only year-round. Lower river stocked spring.

Current conditions: Checking USGS… USGS site 01186000

Top 3 dry flies for July

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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Frequently asked

What are the best months to fish the Farmington River?

Best months: April, May, June, September, October. The Trout Management Area below Riverton fishes year-round under catch-and-release, artificial-only regulations.

What flies hatch on the Farmington River in July?

Active hatches this month: sulphur, caddis, isonychia, terrestrial.

What species are in the Farmington River?

Primary: brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout. Trout Management Area below Riverton: catch-and-release artificial-only year-round. Lower river stocked spring.

Are there special fishing regulations on the Farmington River?

The Trout Management Area below Riverton fishes year-round under catch-and-release, artificial-only regulations. Always confirm current rules with CT DEEP before fishing.

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

The live USGS reading is shown at the top of this page (site 01186000). It refreshes hourly.

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