Hatch schedule in the Adirondacks
There is no better fishing experience than being in the hatch. Many anglers spend most of their experiences on the water missing out by not being able to identify the insects in the water and air that the fish are eating. We have put together a hatch schedule for our Adirondack waterways so you can be on the action when it arrives.
So even if you are new to fly fishing, a novice, or expert, below is the local insect hatch schedule for our local waters. Using information like this will greatly help plan your fishing trip. To be able to use the correct fly pattern at the right time will increase your catch rates. If you need assistance understanding the chart, feel free to contact one of our local fly fishing outfitters shops to get additional insight.
Hendrickson May 1 - May 31
Sulphur June 5 - July 31
Blue Wing Olive May 1 - July 15
Blue Dun May 15 - October 15
Trico June 15 - October 15
March Brown May 10 - June 15
Grey Fox May 15 - June 25
Light Cahill June 1 - July 15
Green Drake June 1 - June 20
Drake Fly June 1 - June 30
Golden Drake July 1 - July 31
Mahogany Dun August 15 - October 15
Hexagenia June 20 - July 15
Isonychia Sep. 1/Oct. 30
Caddis May 1 - October 30
Stonefly May 20 - September 30