FISH REPORTS - Page 2 of 36
Steelhead season is coming up!
Report Date: Come fishing with us in Hells Canyon or the Salmon River Idaho Fish & Game is predicting record returns for Steelhead and the Fall Chinook run looks promising. Don't miss out on the trip of a lifetime! There are several dates available,...The Box has been fishing consistently
Report Date: The Box has been fishing consistently. We are now past labor day, so the recreational floaters are pretty much gone. The weather is cooler, so the water conditions are better. The guides are catching plenty of fish on small size...
We have seen this stretch really pick up in the last week or so
Report Date: We have seen this stretch really pick up in the last week or so. Part of that is due to the cooler temperatures at night, and that has cooled the water temperature. It is still plenty warm during the day...
Fishing in this stretch remains enjoyable
Report Date: Fishing in this stretch remains enjoyable, primarily with smaller trout, but there are occasional larger specimens that can provide a thrilling catch. For effective fishing, indicator rigs with nymphs recommended for the Box Canyon will work well here. However, anglers...
The best trick in the book on this stretch during this time of the year is to go early
Report Date: The best trick in the book on this stretch during this time of the year is to go early. You can even start before sun up, and take advantage of the Mutant Stone Hatch. This is a nocturnal stonefly that...
Fishing has improved the past week
Report Date: On Aug. 28, the surface water temperature was about 70 degrees. Fishing has improved the past week and will pick up even more as we head into fall. Fishing has been very good for cutthroat trout and lake trout. Anglers...
Box Canyon Report
Report Date: As bugs get smaller, trout are less willing to move far for them, making subtle visual cues on strike indicators crucial. Be ready to set the hook at the slightest twitch, and check your flies frequently for weeds. In the...
Activity in this area remains variable from day to day
Report Date: Activity in this area remains variable from day to day, but there is a gradual increase in the number of fish to target. Most of the action is still happening in the morning but be prepared to search for those...
Fishing in this stretch remains enjoyable primarily with smaller trout
Report Date: Fishing in this stretch remains enjoyable, primarily with smaller trout, but there are occasional larger specimens that can provide a thrilling catch. For effective fishing, indicator rigs with nymphs recommended for the Box Canyon will work well here. However, anglers...
Currently flows out of Box Canyon are a little over 800 cfs
Report Date: Currently flows out of Box Canyon are a little over 800 cfs. The water has been a little off color due to an algae bloom on the west end of the reservoir, do not wet wade in it. The Box...