June 24
Fishing has been good on both the Savage River and North Branch tailwaters.
Flows and Temps are good, with temps in the upper 50s, except downstream of Westernport on the N. Branch.
Sulphurs are winding down, so a good time to fish terrestrials and large attractors such as Caddis and stimulators.
We still have good availability for guide trips. Check out our Guide Services tab for additional info.
Again, thanks to those customers who continue to support small fly shops like SRO. We sincerely appreciate your business. We have a nice inventory of flies and Fly Fishing equipment from Orvis, Moonlit and Douglas. Stop by to test cast a rod on the river out back of the Fly Shop. Free shipping and a 10% discount for Vets, Police and Fire fighters.
The two links at the bottom of this page provide information regarding current stream flows in our area. The second link provides a three day projection for the Savage and the North Branch Potomac tail waters. There is also a phone number on that same link for a prerecorded message on current and projected dam releases.
With the closing of the Paper mill on the North Branch of the Potomac the water below the mill and Westernport has cleared..and is fishing good with the same patterns as the Savage.
Keep an eye on the weather and an eye on the gauges for stream level flows. There are links below for the Savage and the Potomac Rivers.
Don’t be caught without all you need to get on the water. We do phone orders. So, if you need anything give us a call.
Good dates are still available for lodging. Check VRBO or AirBnB to book your stay or save the fees those companies charge and book directly with Mike at 703-517-1040.
Be sure to refer to the USGS website for current flows for area streams. Also, the NAB site will give 3 day flow projections for the lower Savage and for the lower North Branch Potomac River. Best to check the gauges and look at the chart to see if the streams are rising or dropping.
There is a daily update on projected flows for the North Branch Potomac and the lower Savage Rivers available by calling 410-962-7687. This recorded message is usually updated daily between 8 & 9 AM.
A good flow to fish the lower Savage in 50-150 cfs, upper Savage 40-125 cfs, and the N. Branch Potomac Barnum guage is 350 cfs or less for wading. Under 200 cfs is difficult for floating the N. Branch.
Stay safe out there! Dress appropriately.
The following site will provide current cfs flows for the Savage, North Branch Potomac, Casselman, Yough and other Maryland streams and rivers.
The following site will give three day projections for the Savage and the Potomac tail waters or just call 410-962-7687.
http://www.nab-wc.usace.army.mil/nab/northBranch.html