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  • Clearwater River19
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Browse Idaho Fishing Reports

Current conditions, flows, and hatch notes for Idaho rivers: updated as new reports are published.

Updated October 19, 2026

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October 16, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

BWOs lead the dry fly game on the North Fork as fall cooling sets in, with October Caddis and Mahogany Duns moving back into play as the day warms.

637 cfs

October 15, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

North Fork Clearwater flows are stable at 637 cfs with 45-degree water. Trout are concentrating deeper as fall intensifies; fish nymphs and small streamers over dries.

637 cfs

October 9, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Fish are settling into deeper holding water as flows recede. Nymphs and small streamers will outfish dries on the lower Clearwater this time of year.

617 cfs ↓

October 4, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork Clearwater is fishing very well with stable October flows and accessible water above and below the fire closure. Streamers and indicator nymphs are both productive right now.

679 cfs

September 27, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork is fishing very well with October Caddis and Mahogany Dun mayflies productive in open sections; Black Canyon is closed due to fire, but upper reaches and lower river remain accessible.

715 cfs ↓

September 26, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Stable fall flows and cool water make this a good time for nymphs and streamers, with occasional dry action in the afternoon.

679 cfs

September 24, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork Clearwater has dropped into low water conditions. Focus on deeper pockets and seams with nymphs and small streamers.

679 cfs ↓

September 20, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork Clearwater is fishing well with minimal pressure and good access via Hoodoo Pass.

September 19, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Excellent fishing conditions and minimal pressure on the North Fork Clearwater, with October Caddis and ant patterns producing.

September 18, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Flows at 679 cfs are providing good working depth on the North Fork Clearwater, with water temperature at 58 degrees ideal for streamer and nymph fishing.

679 cfs ↓

September 13, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Route 255 and Hoodoo Pass have reopened, restoring full access to the North Fork Clearwater. Lightly fished water and transitional fall conditions make this a strong bet right now.

September 12, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork is flowing at manageable levels with access recently restored. Fall transition patterns are beginning to show alongside summer holdovers.

September 11, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

North Fork Clearwater is reopening with prime flows and temperature. Fall patterns are emerging alongside reliable terrestrials.

783 cfs ↑

September 10, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork is at 783 cfs with excellent 58°F water temperatures favoring streamer fishing. Cooler weather and rain make darker, visible patterns worth your time.

783 cfs ↑

September 3, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Recent rain has spread fish across previously marginal water on the North Fork. Focus subsurface with nymphs and small streamers in the upper ends of runs and around current breaks.

942 cfs ↑

August 21, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

The North Fork Clearwater is offering dependable summer trout fishing with stable flows and prime water temperatures around 67°F.

759 cfs ↓

August 13, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Summer flows are receding to manageable levels with ideal water temperatures. Fish are positioned around structure and transitions, prime time for nymph fishing.

842 cfs

August 7, 2026

North-Central Idaho

North Fork Clearwater River

Early summer steelhead and resident trout make the North Fork a dependable summer option with stable flows and prime water temperatures.

932 cfs