James RiverFishing Report — August 2026
James River near Sundre. Clear foothills tributary — cutthroat, browns, and bulls.
Current Conditions — Is James River clear to fish today?
Low and clear — spooky fish
Flows are much lower than usual for this time of year. Water should be clear; trout may be wary in skinny runs.
Low, clear water — fish can be spooky. Approach quietly with light tackle and small presentations.
Discharge
1.2
m³/s
Level
3.80
metres
Station
JAMES RIVER NEAR SUNDRE
Gauge reading · 3h ago
Hatch Charts — August 2026
Local Weather
James River
Partly Cloudy
Low near 13°C, high near 27°C. Wind 14 km/h SW (gusts ~29) morning → 12 km/h S (gusts ~29) afternoon → 13 km/h W (gusts ~36) evening. Precipitation ~2.3 mm for the day.
Feels like
24°C
6 AM
13°
13 km/h SW
12 PM
26°
11 km/h SSW
6 PM
20°
11 km/h SSE
9 PM
16°
8 km/h W
Wind (now)
12 km/h SE · gusts 25
Humidity
43%
UV Index
3
Sportfishing Regulations
Limits, seasons, and gear rules depend on the waterbody. Always confirm the current regulations before you fish.
Notes
Mixed public/private access from Sundre area.