Alaska
Indian River at Sitka
Location Snapshot
Indian River at Sitka is a compact Southeast Alaska stream descending toward Sitka Sound through a forested coastal valley. Rainbow trout and coho salmon are the principal supported targets.
Current River Rating
Unavailable
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Timing Outlook
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Why
- Water observations are stale.
- Current water temperature is unavailable.
Current Readings
- Flow
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- Gage Height
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- Water Temperature
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- Latest current reading
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Monitoring temporarily unavailable. · USGS station 15087700 · 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
Rain
Temperature
45°F
Feels like
37°F
Wind
16 mph SE
Wind gust
43 mph
Current precipitation
0.02 in
Updated
Oct 20, 2026, 1:45 AM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.45 in
Last 24 hours
0.51 in
Last 48 hours
0.68 in
Moderate rainfall may cause rising or changing flows.
Next 24 Hours
Tue 2 AM
Showers
Temp 46°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.06 in
Wind 16 mph
Tue 6 AM
Rain
Temp 50°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.11 in
Wind 17 mph
Tue 10 AM
Thunderstorms
Temp 51°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.19 in
Wind 18 mph
Tue 2 PM
Showers
Temp 52°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.30 in
Wind 19 mph
Tue 6 PM
Showers
Temp 46°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.05 in
Wind 6 mph
Tue 10 PM
Drizzle
Temp 44°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.02 in
Wind 6 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Tue, Oct 20
Thunderstorms
High 52°F / Low 43°F
Chance 100%
Precip 2.93 in
Max gust 58 mph
Wed, Oct 21
Snow
High 44°F / Low 39°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.71 in
Max gust 23 mph
Thu, Oct 22
Snow
High 44°F / Low 38°F
Chance 100%
Precip 0.20 in
Max gust 17 mph
Fri, Oct 23
Snow
High 45°F / Low 35°F
Chance 39%
Precip 0.07 in
Max gust 14 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 Indian River at Sitka flows through Sitka National Historical Park into Jamestown Bay and supports salmon.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Indian 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
- Unknown
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
Coho Salmon
Oncorhynchus kisutch
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Wild
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Fly fishing
- Shore fishing
- 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
Sitka, Alaska
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
Sitka
Management Category
Southeast road-system salmonid stream
Regulation Scope
Indian River at Sitka.
Regulation Summary
Indian River at Sitka: ADF&G Sitka Area sport-fishing regulations. Confirm current official notices.
Target Species
rainbow-trout, coho-salmon
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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