Current River Fly Fishing Report
Eminence, Shannon County, Missouri · Last Updated: July 16, 2026
Part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, the Current River is Missouri's finest trout fishery. Spring-fed by dozens of large springs, its crystal-clear water and healthy populations of rainbow and brown trout provide outstanding year-round Midwest fly fishing.
Today's Trout Fishability
Conditions at a Glance
Flows on the Current River near Eminence are below normal, with 233 cfs at Akers (-42% vs average) and 93 cfs at Montauk (-16% vs average).
- Heavy rain may blow out and muddy the water
- Below-average, getting skinny
- Heavy rain/storms likely
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Today's Weather
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USGS Water Monitoring
Real-time data from 4 monitoring stations
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What's Hatching This Month
Upper Midwest & Driftless — typical for July
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Current River Fly Fishing — FAQ
Is the Current River fishing well right now?
DriftWise scores the Current River every morning on a 0–10 fishability scale that weighs real-time USGS flow and water temperature, National Weather Service forecasts, and lunar data. Check the live fishability score and condition summary above for today's rating before you head out.
What is the current water flow on the Current River?
The Current River's flow is tracked by USGS streamflow gauges near Eminence, Shannon County, Missouri and refreshed daily in the condition summary above. Flow is reported in cubic feet per second (cfs) and compared against the seasonal average so you can see whether the river is running high, low, or normal.
What is a good water temperature for trout on the Current River?
Trout feed most actively when water temperatures sit roughly between 48°F and 62°F. DriftWise reads live Current River water temperature from USGS sensors near Eminence, Shannon County, Missouri — see the summary above for the current value.
When is the best time of day to fish the Current River?
The most productive windows shift with the season: cold months fish best around midday (10 AM–2 PM) once the water warms, while summer rewards early mornings and evenings. Each Current River report factors in the current season.
Do I need a fishing license to fly fish the Current River?
Yes. A valid Missouri fishing license is required to fish the Current River. Check current Missouri regulations for seasons, limits, and any special catch-and-release or fly-fishing-only sections before you go.
Is the DriftWise Current River fishing report free?
Yes. The daily Current River condition summary — flow, water temperature, weather, and fishability score — is free. A free account (3 reports per month) unlocks the full AI analysis with fly-pattern recommendations and a detailed hatch forecast.
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