New Hampshire
Pemigewasset River at Plymouth
Current River Rating
Fair · 67
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 · Low 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.
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
- 199 CFS
- Gage Height
- 0.62 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Sep 5, 2026, 7:30 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 01076500 · 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
61°F
Feels like
61°F
Wind
5 mph W
Wind gust
10 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Sep 5, 2026, 1:15 AM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.00 in
Last 24 hours
0.00 in
Last 48 hours
0.03 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Sat 4 AM
Clear
Temp 59°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Sat 8 AM
Clear
Temp 63°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Sat 12 PM
Overcast
Temp 70°F
Chance 11%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Sat 4 PM
Rain
Temp 65°F
Chance 38%
Precip 0.07 in
Wind 12 mph
Sat 8 PM
Overcast
Temp 62°F
Chance 12%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 1 mph
Sun 12 AM
Overcast
Temp 61°F
Chance 18%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 4 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Sat, Sep 5
Rain
High 71°F / Low 57°F
Chance 38%
Precip 0.17 in
Max gust 21 mph
Sun, Sep 6
Overcast
High 71°F / Low 51°F
Chance 21%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 21 mph
Mon, Sep 7
Overcast
High 77°F / Low 49°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 20 mph
Tue, Sep 8
Overcast
High 79°F / Low 57°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 15 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
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 Pemigewasset 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
Pemigewasset River at Plymouth is a White Mountains / Lakes Region freestone trout river with wild brook trout and stocked rainbow and brown trout. USGS gage 01076500 provides live streamflow and stage. This record represents the Plymouth gauge reach, not the entire Pemigewasset system.
Target species
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
NHFG manages the Pemigewasset as a White Mountains trout river with wild and stocked brook trout; Plymouth gauge is on the mainstem trout fishery.
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
NHFG stocks brown trout in Pemigewasset system waters supporting the Plymouth-area trout fishery.
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
NHFG stocks rainbow trout in Pemigewasset system waters supporting the Plymouth-area trout fishery.
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Mixed wild and stocked
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Pemigewasset mainstem freestone corridor with mixed wild and stocked trout habitat near Plymouth.
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
Access and Public Fishing Rights
Public and town-corridor access exists near Plymouth; confirm current sites on official NHFG pages. Catalog coordinates are the USGS Plymouth gage point.
Stocking information
NHFG stocking materials document Pemigewasset trout management near Plymouth. Confirm current stockings on the official NHFG stocking report.
- Stocked
Brown Trout
Stocked · New Hampshire Fish and Game Department
- Stocked
Rainbow Trout
Stocked · New Hampshire Fish and Game Department
Official sources
Trout regulations can change by section. Always verify current New Hampshire freshwater fishing regulations for the Plymouth Pemigewasset reach before fishing.
Hatch Match
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Location and Access
USGS monitoring location
New Hampshire
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.
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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