Washington
Hoh River at US Highway 101 near Forks
Location Snapshot
Hoh River near Forks is a large Olympic Peninsula river flowing from glaciated rainforest headwaters toward the Pacific, with broad gravel bars, deep runs, and shifting channel habitat. Rainbow trout and chinook salmon 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
- 361 CFS
- Gage Height
- 1.81 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Oct 21, 2026, 9:15 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 12041200 · 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
48°F
Feels like
43°F
Wind
3 mph N
Wind gust
3 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Oct 21, 2026, 3:15 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
Wed 4 AM
Clear
Temp 48°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Wed 8 AM
Clear
Temp 48°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Wed 12 PM
Overcast
Temp 62°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Wed 4 PM
Overcast
Temp 61°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Wed 8 PM
Overcast
Temp 49°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Thu 12 AM
Overcast
Temp 45°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Wed, Oct 21
Overcast
High 64°F / Low 46°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 16 mph
Thu, Oct 22
Overcast
High 54°F / Low 44°F
Chance 11%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 23 mph
Fri, Oct 23
Overcast
High 59°F / Low 42°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 5 mph
Sat, Oct 24
Overcast
High 56°F / Low 42°F
Chance 51%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 5 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
Wild rainbow trout are in the Hoh River at US Highway 101 near Forks.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Hoh 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
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
Chinook Salmon
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
- Expectation
- Present
- Population
- Unknown
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- Medium confidence
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Wild
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Dry flies
- 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
Jefferson, Washington
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
Jefferson
Management Category
Anadromous and resident salmonid river
Regulation Scope
Hoh River at US Highway 101 near Forks.
Regulation Summary
Hoh at US 101 near Forks: WDFW Olympic Peninsula Hoh River rules. Confirm current Fishing Regulations.
Target Species
rainbow-trout, chinook-salmon
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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