Maine
Allagash River near Allagash
Current River Rating
Excellent · 87
Conditions look favorable based on the available readings.
Scores are model-specific and are not directly comparable across water types.
High confidence
Should I Go?
Go
Recommended Window
Saturday, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
Why
- Flow is within this fishery’s preferred range.
- Overcast or filtered daylight is favorable.
Favorable Factors
- Recent precipitation has been light.
- Light wind should make casting and boat control easier.
Timing Evidence
Window confidence: High
Current Readings
- Flow
- 363 CFS
- Gage Height
- 2.12 ft
- Water Temperature
- 65.7 °F
- Observation Time
- Sep 5, 2026, 7:00 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 01011000 · Direct monitoring location
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Preliminary guidance only. Always assess current weather, access, water depth, current speed, and your own ability before entering the river.
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Weather Near Gauge
Current Weather
Drizzle
Temperature
59°F
Feels like
59°F
Wind
5 mph N
Wind gust
16 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Sep 5, 2026, 1:15 AM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.02 in
Last 24 hours
0.02 in
Last 48 hours
0.24 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Sat 4 AM
Drizzle
Temp 58°F
Chance 31%
Precip 0.03 in
Wind 5 mph
Sat 8 AM
Clear
Temp 57°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 8 mph
Sat 12 PM
Overcast
Temp 61°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 10 mph
Sat 4 PM
Overcast
Temp 63°F
Chance 15%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Sat 8 PM
Overcast
Temp 58°F
Chance 12%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Sun 12 AM
Overcast
Temp 55°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 4 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Sat, Sep 5
Drizzle
High 65°F / Low 55°F
Chance 42%
Precip 0.05 in
Max gust 23 mph
Sun, Sep 6
Overcast
High 62°F / Low 47°F
Chance 2%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 20 mph
Mon, Sep 7
Overcast
High 73°F / Low 45°F
Chance 15%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 24 mph
Tue, Sep 8
Overcast
High 64°F / Low 46°F
Chance 15%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 20 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
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Fishing Overview
This stretch offers a mix of riffles, runs, and quieter pools that can hold trout through much of the season. Check the live flow and temperature readings above before planning a trip, and adjust your approach as conditions change.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Allagash 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
Fishery overview
Allagash River near Allagash is a northern Maine wilderness freestone with wild brook trout emphasis and lake trout present in connected coldwater habitat. USGS gage 01011000 provides live streamflow and stage. This record represents the Allagash gauge reach near Allagash, not every Allagash Wilderness Waterway put-in or the full St. John system.
Target species
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
MDIFW fisheries biologists document a robust wild brook trout population in the Allagash Wilderness Waterway including river/fishway monitoring near Churchill Dam and connected waters.
Lake Trout
Salvelinus namaycush
- Expectation
- Present
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- Medium confidence
MDIFW Allagash materials note togue (lake trout) management in connected lakes; river fishery focus remains wild brook trout.
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Wild
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Northern Maine freestone corridor with wild brook trout character near Allagash in the Allagash Wilderness Waterway region.
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Fly fishing
- Shore fishing
- Spinning
Access and Public Fishing Rights
Allagash Wilderness Waterway and North Maine Woods access patterns apply; confirm current permits, fees, and public access with official land-manager and MDIFW resources. Catalog coordinates are the USGS Allagash gage point, not a guaranteed put-in or campsite pin.
Stocking information
MDIFW management emphasizes wild brook trout character on the Allagash. Confirm any current stockings on the official MDIFW stocking report rather than assuming annual stocking.
Official sources
Allagash Wilderness Waterway and special fishing laws can be reach-specific. Always verify current MDIFW lawbook and waterway rules before fishing.
Hatch Match
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Location and Access
USGS monitoring location
Maine
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.
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