New York
Hudson River at North Creek
Location Snapshot
Hudson River at North Creek is an upper Adirondack Hudson River reach with rocky runs, pools, and cold tributary influence. Brown trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout are the principal supported targets.
Current River Rating
Fair · 56
Conditions are mixed. Review the details below before heading out.
Scores are model-specific and are not directly comparable across water types.
Partial water evidence · Medium confidence
Should I Go?
Wait
Timing Outlook
This timing outlook is informational only; current river conditions remain Fair.
Why
- Very clear skies may make trout more cautious in shallow water.
- Water temperature is unavailable.
Favorable Factors
- Recent precipitation has been light.
- Light wind should make casting and boat control easier.
Timing Evidence
Dawn low light is favorable.
Current Readings
- Flow
- 1370 CFS
- Gage Height
- 3.93 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Oct 21, 2026, 12:15 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 01315500 · Direct monitoring location
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Historical readings are provided for context. Readings outside the current freshness window are not used to rate current conditions.
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Weather Near Gauge
Current Weather
Clear
Temperature
45°F
Feels like
39°F
Wind
5 mph W
Wind gust
5 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Oct 20, 2026, 9:15 PM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.00 in
Last 24 hours
0.00 in
Last 48 hours
0.00 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Tue 10 PM
Clear
Temp 44°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Wed 2 AM
Clear
Temp 41°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Wed 6 AM
Clear
Temp 39°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Wed 10 AM
Clear
Temp 47°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 1 mph
Wed 2 PM
Clear
Temp 56°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Wed 6 PM
Clear
Temp 51°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Tue, Oct 20
Clear
High 63°F / Low 41°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 16 mph
Wed, Oct 21
Clear
High 57°F / Low 39°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 6 mph
Thu, Oct 22
Overcast
High 59°F / Low 39°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 18 mph
Fri, Oct 23
Overcast
High 55°F / Low 31°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 6 mph
Weather and rainfall are estimated for this river's coordinates. Local conditions can vary, especially in mountainous terrain and during isolated storms.
Recent rainfall can influence river flow, but the timing and magnitude depend on watershed size, soil conditions, upstream reservoirs, and dam releases.
Weather data: Open-Meteo
Historical Flow
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Fishing Overview
The Hudson River at North Creek is Hudson Gorge water, with brown trout and rainbow trout in the gorge.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Hudson River.
Species images are AI-generated illustrations for visual reference and may simplify natural variation. Fishery records are based on the cited agency sources. About fish illustrations
Target species
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Source: NYSDEC
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Source: NYSDEC
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
- Expectation
- Present
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
Source: NYSDEC
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Stocked
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Best seasons
- Spring
- Fall
Common techniques
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
Stocking information
- Stocked
Brown Trout
Stocked · NYSDEC
- Stocked
Rainbow Trout
Stocked · NYSDEC
- Stocked
Brook Trout
Stocked · NYSDEC
Official sources
Hatch Match
General fly suggestions
- Parachute-style dryGeneral attractor dry family — not a claim that a named mayfly is hatching.
- Pheasant-tail-style nymphGeneral nymph family for trout rivers without destination hatch timing.
- Elk-hair-style dryGeneral dry/attractor family. Pattern choice only — not a report that caddis are hatching.
- Woolly-bugger-style streamerGeneral streamer family. Not a forage or insect Hatch event.
These are general fishing suggestions, not a report of insects currently hatching at this destination.
Location and Access
USGS monitoring location
Warren, New York
The map marker represents the cataloged waterbody or monitoring location and may not indicate legal parking or public access. Confirm access through the official information before visiting.
River Details
County
Warren
DEC Region
5
Management Category
Trout stream
Regulation Scope
Hudson River at North Creek / Adirondack gauge reach.
Regulation Summary
NYSDEC inland trout Stocked-Extended rules apply on the Hudson from Raymond Brook to Thirteenth Brook. Confirm current inland trout stream regulations.
Target Species
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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