Loading page content…
Loading page content…
Loading lake conditions…
Spruce Run Reservoir is a reservoir located in New Jersey. The water surface spans about 1,290 acres, making it a mid-sized body of water. If you are planning a trip, Spruce Run Reservoir, Round Valley Reservoir, and Merrill Creek Reservoir are also nearby. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. Forecasts for Spruce Run Reservoir come from the National Weather Service and refresh several times a day.
Updated
No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 3:17 AM EDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best excellent fishing window, averaging 95/100 across these hours. Measured water temperature 66°F. Provisional data. Wind 5 mph from the southeast. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
| Metric | 7a | 8a | 9a | 10a | 11a | 12p | 1p | 2p | 3p | 4p | 5p | 6p | 7p | 8p | 9p | 10p | 11p | 12a | 1a | 2a | 3a | 4a | 5a | 6a |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°F) | 48° | 48° | 47° | 47° | 47° | 48° | 53° | 59° | 63° | 66° | 68° | 69° | 69° | 69° | 68° | 65° | 60° | 57° | 55° | 54° | 52° | 51° | 50° | 49° |
| Wind (kts) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Direction | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | NW | NW | NW | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | NW | NW |
| Gusts (kts) | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 3 AM EDT | 48°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 1% | Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM EDT | 48°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 2% | Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM EDT | 47°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 0% | 2% | Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM EDT | 47°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM EDT | 47°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM EDT | 48°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM EDT | 53°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM EDT | 59°F | 10 mph W (270°) | 15 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM EDT | 63°F | 10 mph W (270°) | 20 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM EDT | 66°F | 10 mph W (270°) | 22 mph | 0% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM EDT | 68°F | 15 mph W (270°) | 23 mph | 0% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM EDT | 69°F | 15 mph W (270°) | 23 mph | 0% | 13% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM EDT | 69°F | 10 mph NW (315°) | 21 mph | 0% | 20% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM EDT | 69°F | 10 mph NW (315°) | 18 mph | 0% | 25% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM EDT | 68°F | 10 mph NW (315°) | 16 mph | 0% | 31% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM EDT | 65°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 13 mph | 0% | 40% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 7 PM EDT | 60°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 12 mph | 0% | 50% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 8 PM EDT | 57°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 59% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM EDT | 55°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 61% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM EDT | 54°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 6 mph | 0% | 67% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM EDT | 52°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 6 mph | 0% | 74% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM EDT | 51°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 6 mph | 0% | 66% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM EDT | 50°F | 5 mph NW (315°) | 7 mph | 0% | 62% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM EDT | 49°F | 5 mph NW (315°) | 8 mph | 0% | 52% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM EDT | 48°F | 5 mph NW (315°) | 8 mph | 0% | 41% | Partly Cloudy |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Overnight October 9, 2026 | Friday October 9, 2026 | Friday Night October 9, 2026 | Saturday October 10, 2026 | Saturday Night October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°F) | 47° | 70° | 47° | 71° | 52° | 65° | 57° | 72° | 56° | 73° | 53° | 67° | 48° | 65° |
| Wind | W 5 mph | W 5 to 15 mph | NW 5 mph | NE 0 to 5 mph | E 5 mph | E 5 mph | NE 5 mph | N 5 mph | 0 mph | W 0 to 5 mph | W 5 mph | NW 5 mph | N 0 to 5 mph | 0 mph |
| Gusts | 9 mph | 23 mph | 13 mph | 10 mph | 9 mph | 14 mph | 14 mph | 10 mph | 5 mph | 14 mph | 15 mph | 16 mph | 12 mph | 8 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 6% | 92% | 92% | 54% | 2% | 15% | 16% | 8% | 5% | 5% |
| Forecast |
Spruce Run Reservoir at Clinton NJ · Oct 9, 4:45 AM UTC
Excellent for fishing (94/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Measured water temperature 65°F. Provisional data. Wind 5 mph from the west. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (73%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (96/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. Gusts to 10 mph. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Good for sailing (83/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 5 mph, making the breeze puffy. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Excellent for kayaking (95/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. Gusts to 10 mph. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 66°F. Air and water contrast evaluate recreational immersion comfort.
Loading interactive map…
Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of NJ Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Surrounded by the natural landscapes of NJ, Spruce Run Reservoir is an appealing freshwater reservoir welcoming outdoor recreation across all seasons. The lake provides critical habitat for native fish species and serves as a focal point for regional boating. Visitors should review current access fees, ramp operational status, and state licensing rules.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife is required for anglers age 16+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Current motorized watercraft registration mandatory. Practice Clean, Drain & Dry protocols: drain all livewells and inspect props before launching. Life jackets required for all passengers.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Yellow Perch, Largemouth Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
Mild year-round outdoor climate. Uncrowded waters, active winter bass and crappie fishing, and open year-round boat launch access.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
Updated
Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Spruce Run Reservoir is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 9, 3:17 AM EDT