Farmington River: hatch chart + live conditions
Trout Management Area below Riverton: catch-and-release artificial-only year-round. Lower river stocked spring.
Top 3 dry flies for July
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12-month hatch chart
| Month | blue wing olive | caddis | early black stonefly | hendrickson | isonychia | light cahill | march brown | midge | october caddis | sulphur | terrestrial | trico | white fly |
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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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