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This page includes current fishing reports by fisheries region and management district. Lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams are listed by name and county, and can be easily searched using the search-and-filter tool below. Explore by location name, fish species, and various amenities available at the location to help you find your next fishing adventure!

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  • Ice Condition: None
  • Water Temperature (°F): 55.0
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: The weather forecast looks beautiful for the upcoming weekend. There should be some good hatches to match for the avid flyfishing anglers. Most trout streams remain in excellent condition in Delaware County. There has been some fishing activity on Spring Branch Creek above and below the Manchester Fish Hatchery. . Last updated on 03/19/2026
Brown Trout - Good Comment: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026

Rainbow Trout - Fair Comment: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026


  • Ice Condition: None
  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: The weather forecast looks beautiful for the upcoming weekend. There should be good hatches to match for the avid flyfishing anglers. Trout streams remain in excellent condition in Dubuque County. Swiss Valley Park is a favorite trout stream for many anglers; it offers both rainbow trout and brown trout opportunities. Last updated on 03/19/2026
Brown Trout - Fair Comment: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026

Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026


  • Ice Condition: None
  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026
Brown Trout - Fair Comment: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026

Rainbow Trout - Fair Comment: Flyfishing and spin fishing are both effective. Use dry flies, nymphs, jigs or flashy lures. Try matching the insect hatch with dry flies on warmer days. Last updated on 03/19/2026