Utah
Green River near Greendale
Location Snapshot
Green River near Greendale is the cold Flaming Gorge tailwater in northeastern Utah, flowing through a canyon setting below the reservoir before continuing toward Browns Park. Trout define this clear, regulated river fishery, with riffles, runs, deep pools, and canyon structure giving the reach a distinct western tailwater character.
Current River Rating
Fair · 64
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?
Consider
Recommended Window
Tuesday, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Why
- Water temperature is within the preferred trout range.
- Light wind should make casting and boat control easier.
- Very clear skies may make trout more cautious in shallow water.
Favorable Factors
- Recent precipitation has been light.
Timing Evidence
Window confidence: High
Current Readings
- Flow
- 2170 CFS
- Gage Height
- 9.64 ft
- Water Temperature
- 50 °F
- Observation Time
- Oct 20, 2026, 9:30 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 09234500 · 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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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
Clear
Temperature
49°F
Feels like
42°F
Wind
8 mph E
Wind gust
9 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Oct 20, 2026, 3:45 AM
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 4 AM
Clear
Temp 49°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 9 mph
Tue 8 AM
Clear
Temp 46°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 8 mph
Tue 12 PM
Clear
Temp 63°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 11 mph
Tue 4 PM
Clear
Temp 66°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 13 mph
Tue 8 PM
Clear
Temp 56°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 7 mph
Wed 12 AM
Clear
Temp 52°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 10 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Tue, Oct 20
Mostly clear
High 67°F / Low 46°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 23 mph
Wed, Oct 21
Overcast
High 68°F / Low 48°F
Chance 19%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 30 mph
Thu, Oct 22
Drizzle
High 59°F / Low 52°F
Chance 76%
Precip 0.02 in
Max gust 25 mph
Fri, Oct 23
Drizzle
High 58°F / Low 45°F
Chance 93%
Precip 0.06 in
Max gust 26 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
The Green River near Greendale runs from Flaming Gorge Dam downstream to the Colorado state line in Browns Park.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Green 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
- Unknown
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Unknown
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Wild
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Tailwater
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Dry flies
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
- Streamers
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
Daggett, Utah
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
Daggett
Management Category
Blue Ribbon tailwater trout
Regulation Scope
Green River near Greendale / Flaming Gorge Dam to Colorado line.
Regulation Summary
Green River near Greendale: UDWR Flaming Gorge tailwater special rules. Confirm current Fishing Guidebook.
Target Species
rainbow-trout, brown-trout
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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