Ammonoosuc River
river in New Hampshire
The Ammonoosuc River is a major freestone river in northern New Hampshire, known for its excellent trout fishing, including wild and stocked brook, brown, and rainbow trout. Its lower sections also see runs of landlocked salmon, making it a versatile fishery.
River flow last 30 days
Ammonoosuc River season closed October 15th
- 01Ammonoosuc River season closed October 15th.
- 02Water temperatures were 45°F, with air temperatures around 33°F and overcast skies.
- 03River flows were very low at 89.3 cfs, concentrating fish in deeper water.
- 04Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches were anticipated, with nymphs and streamers proving most effective.
- 05Trout species (Rainbow, Brown, Brook) and Landlocked Salmon were the primary targets leading up to the closure.
Past reports week by week
14 weeksWhat to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
Soft Hackle Wet (Partridge & Orange)
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports. This wet fly effectively imitates caddis pupae and emergers, which can still be active in fall, making it versatile when swung through currents.
Buy at AmazonBead Head Woolly Bugger (Olive)
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports as a go-to streamer for current conditions, imitating leeches and baitfish, which are excellent for aggressive fall trout and salmon.
Black Ghost Streamer
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports as a historically effective streamer pattern for migrating Landlocked Salmon. Ideal for aggressive fall salmon.
Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) Comparadun
Recent angler reports suggest watching for BWO hatches, which are prominent in the fall, especially on overcast days. This low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout feeding on emergers and adults.
Buy at AmazonPale Morning Dun Thorax
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports. Indicates PMD activity, which can persist into early fall, providing selective dry fly opportunities for rising trout.
Flashback Hare's Ear Nymph
A general searching nymph that mimics various aquatic insects and mayfly nymphs active year-round and particularly in the fall. Nymphs were highlighted to perform best.
Adams
Explicitly recommended in recent angler reports. A versatile general mayfly imitation, effective for opportunistic trout feeding on various fall mayfly activity.
Buy at AmazonWhere to fish and who to ask
Bath Covered Bridge Access
Scenic access near the historic Bath Covered Bridge, offering good stretches for wading.
Littleton Falls Park Access
Convenient public access in Littleton, offering varied water and popular with local anglers.
Lyman Falls State Park
Public access near the confluence with the Connecticut River, a key area for landlocked salmon runs.
Fly shops within 40 miles
The Troutsmith
Dan's Fly Shop
Hill Country Guides
North Country Angler
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New Hampshire season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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Quick answers
Common questions about Ammonoosuc River.
What flies work best on Ammonoosuc River?
Our top scored fly patterns for Ammonoosuc River right now are Soft Hackle Wet (Partridge & Orange) (90% confidence), Bead Head Woolly Bugger (Olive) (90% confidence), Black Ghost Streamer (90% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Ammonoosuc River?
Ammonoosuc River holds Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
What are current flow conditions on Ammonoosuc River?
Live USGS streamflow readings for Ammonoosuc River are charted in the sidebar of this page and updated automatically from the nearest gauge.
Is Ammonoosuc River fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Ammonoosuc River each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.