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

Updated October 19, 2026

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July 3, 2026

South Central Idaho

South Fork Boise River

The South Fork is fishing great with water temps in the prime feeding zone. Big, buggy dries and foam patterns paired with stonefly nymphs are your best bet.

July 1, 2026

South Central Idaho

Big Wood River

Water levels have dropped into manageable summer flows after runoff, making this a good time to get on the water. Most of the river is wadeable, but deeper holes still demand respect.

901 cfs

South Central Idaho

Silver Creek

Solid conditions on Silver Creek with normal flows and prime water temperatures. Multiple hatches are active and worth matching.

111 cfs

June 10, 2026

South Central Idaho

Big Wood River

Covers Jun 10–17

The Big Wood is running at normal flow and stable. Braided sections and lower-gradient areas offer the best fishing in current conditions. Green Drake emergence is imminent, so nymph and dry patterns deserve attention.

947 cfs

May 19, 2026

South Central Idaho

Silver Creek

Public access opens this weekend with strong PMD activity and warming water. Plan early and late sessions.

103 cfs ↑

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South Central Idaho

Silver Creek

Covers Jun 10–17

Expect low water and bright conditions to dominate the outlook period. Flows will hold stable around 93 cfs with water temperature in the mid-60s. Brown Drake activity is winding down while PMD spinners, Baetis, and Callibaetis nymphs and duns become the primary focus. Terrestrials will feature more prominently as afternoon air temperatures warm.

92 cfs ↓

South Central Idaho

South Fork Boise River

Covers Jun 10–17

Stable flows and rising pressure create good conditions for the week ahead. Watch for salmon fly activity as temperatures climb, but have smaller dries and nymphs ready if the hatch hasn't fully developed.

500 cfs

South Central Idaho

South Fork Boise River

Cold early-season conditions with subsurface feeding dominant. Main hatches building. Nymphs and small stones productive.

500 cfs