River guide
River story
History, landscapes and river context
Fishing
Species, water and places to explore
Live data
Current USGS gauges along the river
LIVE HUDSON RIVER DATA
Hudson River levels, gauges and monitoring stations
Check the live river overview or open an individual USGS gauge for current streamflow, gauge height, trends and historical context.
EXPLORE THE RIVER
Follow the Hudson River
Trace reviewed Hudson mainstem geometry through eastern New York to its tidal lower reach.
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River path derived from U.S. Geological Survey NLDI hydrography.
FISHING
Fishing the river
Fresh and tidal reaches support different fish communities. New York rules distinguish species, seasons and marine or freshwater requirements.
Fish you may encounter
Striped bass
American shad
Atlantic sturgeon
Smallmouth bass
Channel catfish
Where the river changes
Before you fish
- Rules, seasons, closures and consumption advice vary by jurisdiction and can change; consult the linked fish and wildlife agency before a trip.
- A gauge reading describes conditions at that monitoring location; it does not establish fishing quality or safety elsewhere on the river.
PARKS & ACCESS
Places to reach the river
Hudson River Estuary access map ↗
State-maintained directory and map for public access planning.
Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve ↗
Official habitats, research and education information.