South Carolina
Middle Saluda River near Cleveland
Current River Rating
Poor · 32
Conditions are unfavorable based on the available readings.
Scores are model-specific and are not directly comparable across water types.
Partial water evidence · Low confidence
Should I Go?
Wait
Limited opportunity
Timing Outlook
No reliable fishing window is recommended while current river conditions remain Poor.
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.
Cautions
- Recent observed air temperature suggests unfavorable river water temperature for trout. Verify with a stream thermometer; this is not a measured water temperature.
Current Readings
- Flow
- 19 CFS
- Gage Height
- 1.38 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Sep 5, 2026, 6:45 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 02162350 · Direct monitoring location
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Weather Near Gauge
Current Weather
Clear
Temperature
79°F
Feels like
83°F
Wind
5 mph NW
Wind gust
6 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Sep 5, 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
Sat 4 AM
Clear
Temp 79°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Sat 8 AM
Clear
Temp 77°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Sat 12 PM
Clear
Temp 92°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Sat 4 PM
Clear
Temp 98°F
Chance 18%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Sat 8 PM
Clear
Temp 88°F
Chance 8%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 4 mph
Sun 12 AM
Mostly clear
Temp 82°F
Chance 7%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Sat, Sep 5
Overcast
High 98°F / Low 76°F
Chance 19%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 10 mph
Sun, Sep 6
Drizzle
High 92°F / Low 73°F
Chance 54%
Precip 0.05 in
Max gust 30 mph
Mon, Sep 7
Drizzle
High 83°F / Low 70°F
Chance 53%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 24 mph
Tue, Sep 8
Overcast
High 86°F / Low 64°F
Chance 6%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 16 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
Middle Saluda River near Cleveland, South Carolina. Monitoring-Backed via accepted air-derived river-trout path: USGS reports live 00060 and 00065 without water temperature.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Middle Saluda 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
The Middle Saluda near Cleveland is South Carolina's first Scenic River and the Jones Gap wild-trout reach. StrikeTracks publishes Monitoring-Backed conditions from USGS 02162350 (live discharge and stage) using the accepted air-derived river-trout path. Distinct from South Saluda 02162290 and from Table Rock Reservoir 02162285. Flow Context remains default-deny. Hatch Match publishes general fly suggestions only.
Target species
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
SCDNR Middle Saluda / Jones Gap rainbow trout. USGS 02162350.
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
SCDNR Middle Saluda brown trout.
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
- Expectation
- Present
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
Brook trout in colder Jones Gap headwaters.
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Mixed wild and stocked
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Mountain trout stream in Jones Gap State Park, Greenville County, distinct from the South Saluda and from Table Rock Reservoir.
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Dry flies
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
- Streamers
Access and Public Fishing Rights
Public fishing is documented by SCDNR and Jones Gap State Park. Catalog coordinates are USGS 02162350.
Stocking information
SCDNR and park waters include wild and hatchery-supported trout by reach. Confirm current official notices.
Official sources
SCDNR mountain trout and Jones Gap park rules change. Distinct from South Saluda 02162290. Confirm current SCDNR regulations.
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
Greenville, South Carolina
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
Greenville
Management Category
Inland fly-fishing trout river
Regulation Scope
Middle Saluda River near Cleveland
Regulation Summary
Middle Saluda near Cleveland: SCDNR inland trout-stream rules. Confirm current official regulations.
Target Species
rainbow-trout, brown-trout, brook-trout
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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