7-day U.S. Geological Survey chart
Recent flow
Gauge height
1.67 ft1.61 ft
Sep 5Sep 11
Latest reading: 1.63 ft. Stable over about 6 hours. Chart covers Sep 5 through Sep 11; readings are provisional and may be revised.
Should I go fishing?
Check the water temperature first.
Water temperature is unconfirmed. Use a stream thermometer; stop trout fishing at 70°F or warmer, or sooner if fish show stress.
Fishing rating90
Rating updatedRiver local time:
Why this recommendation?
USGS shows 1.63 ft. Recent readings do not show a clear trend. This is the clearest starting signal.
Available live dataHighHow much of the live flow, weather, and alert data came back.
Confidence in this recommendationMediumWater temperature not verified; do not use this score to clear warm-water risk.
Usually checks again about every 45 minutes
If you go
- Check first
- USGS Riverbank is the best public flow reference for the lower river.
- Try
- Use the PFR map to choose a legal reach before starting the day.
- Leave when
- Skip or pivot when stage is rising, banks are flooded, thunderstorms are nearby, water is too warm for trout handling, public access is uncertain, or Region 5 and trout-stream rules for the exact reach are not confirmed.
Flow and weather
Showing server-checked river conditions while current readings refresh.
- Flow
- 1.63 ft
- Stable over about 6 hoursU.S. Geological Survey may revise this reading
- Air forecast
- 49°F
- Next 24h high
- 73.0°F
NWS air forecast near
- Rain chance
- 0%
This is an air forecast, not a river-temperature reading. Check the water with a stream thermometer before fishing in hot weather.
Latest stored weather check
Mostly Clear
- Wind
- 2 mph
- Weather checked
More forecast and source details
Mostly Clear
National Weather Service
Schroon River at Riverbank
The National Weather Service forecast is temporarily unavailable.
Live data
Where these readings come from
Current U.S. Geological Survey gauge: Schroon River at Riverbank
Stable over about 6 hoursU.S. Geological Survey may revise this readingObserved
Flies for this time of year
Seasonal starting points, not a live hatch report. Match what you see on the water.
- Blue-Winged Olive PatternsBWOView fly guide ↗
- Zebra MidgeView fly guide ↗
- Soft-Hackle Wet Fliessoft hackleView fly guide ↗
- Sculpin Patternsmini sculpinView fly guide ↗
See flies for every season
SeasonWhat to look forFlies to try
April to May
What to look forMidges, early black stones, BWOs, Hendricksons, and caddis
June
What to look forMarch Browns, sulphurs, cahills, caddis, and golden stones
July to August
What to look forCaddis, isonychia, ants, beetles, hoppers, and pocket-water attractors
Flies to try
September to OctoberThis season
What to look forBWOs, October caddis, midges, and streamer opportunities
Flies to try
Each fly name opens its matching Fly Box guide.
More fishing tips
Methods, fish species and trip notes
How to fish Schroon River today.
Fish the Schroon when the Riverbank gauge is stable, water is cool, and legal access is clear. If flows are high, focus on bank edges or wait.
Moderate stage
Best mix of wading, nymphing, dry-dropper fishing, and streamer edges.
High spring water
Use banks and softer inside seams. Skip crossings.
Low clear water
Use smaller flies, longer leaders, and shaded approaches.
Warm weather
Check temperature and shift away from trout if water is stressful.
Wading, bank fishing or floating?
Access choicesNo single best option
Wading and Bank fishing have the same top score. Use current access, footing, weather, and local rules to choose.
Wading90/100
Wading is in play only where your chosen access has clear footing, legal entry, and no forced crossings.
Bank fishing90/100
Bank and edge fishing remains a practical low-commitment option if access is legal and footing is safe.
FloatingNot recommended
This report does not recommend floating this reach.
Full river report
Is Schroon River worth the trip today? Check flow, weather, hatches, access, and rules for New York before you go.
The Schroon is an Adirondack trout and salmon-stocked river where access and flow planning matter. Use the PFR map and Riverbank gauge before committing to a reach.
Fishing words used on this page
- U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) gauge
- A USGS gauge is an official river station that measures flow or water height.
- Cubic feet per second (cfs)
- Cubic feet per second, or cfs, shows how much water passes the gauge each second.
- Nymph
- A nymph is a young water insect. Anglers also use the word for a fly that copies it.
- Seam
- A seam is the line where fast and slow water meet.
- Attractor fly
- An attractor fly is bright or bold. It draws a strike without copying one exact insect.
- Blue-winged olive (BWO)
- Blue-winged olives, or BWOs, are small mayflies that often hatch in cool or cloudy weather.
- Caddis
- Caddis are small water insects. The adults look a little like tiny moths.
- Dry-dropper
- A dry-dropper rig has a floating fly with an underwater fly tied below it.
- Emerger
- An emerger copies an insect as it rises from below the water toward the surface.
- Midge
- Midges are tiny flies and a common trout food, especially in cold water.
Why this call
Why this score
FlowHelps
USGS shows 1.63 ft. Recent readings do not show a clear trend. This is the clearest starting signal.
SeasonHelps
Fall: Cooler water and streamer windows improve.
WeatherHelps
The current NWS air forecast is about 49F, and the next 24-hour high reaches about 73F. Mostly Clear.
Public alertsHelps
No active NWS alert was returned for this forecast point.
Fishing usefulnessHelps
Skip or pivot when stage is rising, banks are flooded, thunderstorms are nearby, water is too warm for trout handling, public access is uncertain, or Region 5 and trout-stream rules for the exact reach are not confirmed.
Trip notes
Check these before you choose a reach.
Use USGS 01317000 at Riverbank and the NWS River Forecast Center together. Because the public gauge support is stage-focused, pair it with trend, recent rain, visibility, and safe edge checks before wading.
Skip or pivot when stage is rising, banks are flooded, thunderstorms are nearby, water is too warm for trout handling, public access is uncertain, or Region 5 and trout-stream rules for the exact reach are not confirmed.
Start with Riverbank stage, the river forecast context, and one public access plan near the Hammond Pond or Chester-side river area. Fish edges, seams, shaded banks, and deeper bends before moving far.
If the Schroon is high, warm, crowded, or unclear on access, compare the Saranac River for Lake Champlain smaller stream context, the West Branch Ausable for pocket-water trout, or the Battenkill for a different northern New York style.
Schroon River access and rules.
Use these places as starting points. Open the access link below and check posted signs before you park or enter.
Before you go
Check NYSDEC Region 5 special fishing rules, inland trout rules, and current Schroon River PFR information before fishing.
Where to access the river
Schroon Town Line to Schroon Lake sections
DEC PFR map breaks out upper access sections.
Warrensburg area
Lower river access and planning context.
Riverbank gauge area
Primary flow reference for lower-river decisions.
- PFR access is for fishing only and usually follows a narrow bank easement.
- Do not use private lawns or informal pull-offs as access unless clearly allowed.
- Some access points are easier for spin anglers than fly casting. Scout room before rigging.
Sources and report details
Official agencies and primary river operators come first. Secondary tools are labeled so you know what carries the most weight.
Rules and closures
Check what is allowed, where the rule applies, and whether the river is open.
Flow and weather
Check the latest river reading and forecast before you leave.
Access and land
Check public entry points, land rules, and seasonal access changes.
See all 8 checked sources
Rules and closures
Check what is allowed, where the rule applies, and whether the river is open.
What this source covers
Open the current rules and check the river section, season, and special limits.
What this source covers
Open the current rules and check the river section, season, and special limits.
Flow and weather
Check the latest river reading and forecast before you leave.
What this source covers
Open this page and check the latest safety advice before your trip.
What this source covers
Open this river reading to check the latest level, flow, and update time.
What this source covers
Open this river reading to check the latest level, flow, and update time.
Access and land
Check public entry points, land rules, and seasonal access changes.
What this source covers
Open the land or access page, then check signs before you park or enter.
What this source covers
Open the land or access page, then check signs before you park or enter.
What this source covers
Open the land or access page, then check signs before you park or enter.
How this report was checked
How this report was checked
Reviewed byBlueStreamFly River Review Team
Trip guidance checked
What was checked: This Schroon River report is maintained from USGS Riverbank stage data, National Weather Service River Forecast Center context, New York Region 5 and inland trout regulations, Hammond Pond Wild Forest information, public fishing rights and trout-stream map guidance, weather, media-credit, and Adirondack river planning sources.
Live measurements and forecasts keep their provider timestamps. Rules, access, and trip guidance use the source-review date shown here. BlueStreamFly planning advice is editorial interpretation, not an agency notice.
First-hand experience: BlueStreamFly does not claim a first-hand visit or local field test for this report unless a real contributor is explicitly named and linked.
Quick questions
What should I check before fishing the Schroon River?
Check Riverbank stage, PFR access, Region 5 rules, water temperature, and recent rain.
Are there special fishing rules on the Schroon River?
Yes. Region 5 special rules and inland trout rules can apply, and PFR access is section-specific.
Can I wade the Schroon River?
Yes at moderate levels, but high spring flows and slick ledge can make wading unsafe.
What flies should I bring for the Schroon River?
Bring the seasonal hatch box, a nymph box, a few streamers, and a backup plan for clear, high, warm, or crowded water.