Fly fishing · CT · Northwest · TMA
Farmington River — hatch chart + live conditions
Trout Management Area below Riverton — catch-and-release artificial-only year-round. Lower river stocked spring.
Current conditions: Loading from USGS… USGS site 01186000
Top 3 dry flies for May
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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 TMA section fishes year-round under catch-and-release artificial-only regulations.
What flies hatch on the Farmington River in May?
Active hatches this month: hendrickson, sulphur, caddis, march brown.
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.
Is there a Trout Management Area (TMA) on the Farmington River?
Yes — a TMA / catch-and-release section is designated. Check current CT DEEP regulations 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.