New Hampshire
Saco River near Conway
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.
Timing Evidence
Overcast or filtered daylight is favorable.
Current Readings
- Flow
- 198 CFS
- Gage Height
- 2.39 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Sep 5, 2026, 6:45 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 01064500 · 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
60°F
Feels like
61°F
Wind
2 mph S
Wind gust
3 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
0.05 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Sat 4 AM
Clear
Temp 59°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Sat 8 AM
Clear
Temp 62°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 1 mph
Sat 12 PM
Overcast
Temp 68°F
Chance 11%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 4 mph
Sat 4 PM
Overcast
Temp 63°F
Chance 7%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 1 mph
Sat 8 PM
Mostly clear
Temp 63°F
Chance 3%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Sun 12 AM
Mostly clear
Temp 57°F
Chance 8%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Sat, Sep 5
Drizzle
High 69°F / Low 57°F
Chance 12%
Precip 0.06 in
Max gust 20 mph
Sun, Sep 6
Overcast
High 71°F / Low 53°F
Chance 9%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 21 mph
Mon, Sep 7
Overcast
High 78°F / Low 51°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 17 mph
Tue, Sep 8
Overcast
High 78°F / Low 57°F
Chance 2%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 8 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
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 Saco 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
Saco River near Conway is a Mount Washington Valley freestone trout river with stocked brown and rainbow trout plus wild brook trout. USGS gage 01064500 provides live streamflow and stage. This record represents the Conway gauge reach, not the entire Saco watershed.
Target species
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
NHFG fly-fishing-only waters list includes Saco River Conway (Lucy Brook to Mill/Artist Falls Brook) trout special regulations; brown trout are a defining stocked/holdover target.
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
NHFG Saco River FFO trout regulations include brook trout among managed trout species.
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
NHFG Saco River FFO reach is managed for trout; rainbow trout are among stocked trout species.
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Mixed wild and stocked
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Mount Washington Valley freestone corridor with stocked and wild trout habitat near Conway.
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
Access and Public Fishing Rights
Public and corridor access exists near Conway; confirm current sites on official NHFG pages. Catalog coordinates are the USGS Conway gage point.
Stocking information
NHFG stocking materials document Saco River trout management near Conway. 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 Conway Saco 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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