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Elbow River before Glenmore ReservoirFishing Report — July 2026

Southern Alberta

Elbow River at Sarcee Bridge immediately above Glenmore Reservoir on Calgary's west side. Urban-adjacent brown trout and whitefish water — dam-controlled downstream.

Rainbow Trout
Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Mountain Whitefish
MTN Whitefish
Northern Pike
Northern Pike

Current Conditions — Is Elbow River before Glenmore Reservoir clear to fish today?

High for season

Spring runoff receding — clearing possible

Flows are higher than usual for this time of year and have been dropping recently. The river may be starting to clear — worth watching if the trend continues.

Side channels and softer water along the banks often fish first as spring runoff recedes.

Discharge

22.7

m³/s

Level

4.08

metres

Station

ELBOW RIVER AT SARCEE BRIDGE

Gauge reading · 4h ago

Hatch Charts — July 2026

Local Weather

Weather data unavailable

Sportfishing Regulations

Limits, seasons, and gear rules depend on the waterbody. Always confirm the current regulations before you fish.

Notes

Gauge below foothills tributaries and above Glenmore Dam. Flow regime reflects both mountain inputs and urban runoff.