Browse Idaho Fishing Reports

Covers Sep 30–Oct 7

The South Fork holds steady flows and 51-degree water into early October, with daytime dry-fly action on Pinks and Baetis and an evening caddis hatch worth your time.

Covers Sep 23–30

The South Fork offers ideal wading conditions this week with stable 300 cfs flows and prime 53-degree water. Evening caddis, Flavs, and fall Baetis should keep you occupied through late September.

Covers Sep 16–23

Flows have stabilized around 300 cfs, making the South Fork a wade-friendly proposition with excellent Fall Baetis activity and cool water temps of 56°F.

Covers Sep 9–16

Wading conditions favor the South Fork through September, with good hatches of Flavs, Pink Alberts, and Baetis as temperatures stay prime.

Covers Sep 2–9

The South Fork is floatable near 800 cfs but dropping fast; watch for Flavs, Baetis, and caddis throughout the week.

The South Fork opens for wading as flows drop into fall, with multiple hatches expected and water temps in the mid-50s.

Covers Aug 26–Sep 2

The South Fork is running cool and steady with prime conditions for wading as float season winds down. Expect Baetis, pinks, and terrestrials through early September as flows begin to taper.

Covers Aug 19–26

Flows are dropping on the South Fork with sparse hatches, but afternoon Pink Alberts, caddis windows, and hoppers offer solid opportunity through late August.

Crystal clear water and prime temperatures below Anderson Dam make sight fishing excellent. Expect afternoon Pinks and evening Caddis with buggy dries and droppers.

South Fork Boise River is running clear and cold at 1200 cfs with afternoon pinks and evening caddis active, a prime window for dropper rigs and buggy dries.

Covers Aug 12–19

The South Fork is in good shape for the week ahead with cool water and normal flows supporting consistent fishing. Drift boat coverage pairs well with roadside wading, and a mix of afternoon mayflies and all-day caddis should keep you busy.

Covers Aug 5–12

Perfect conditions for floating and wading through mid-August. Caddis and terrestrial hatches dominate, with good chances on dries and streamers.

Covers Jul 29–Aug 5

Expect ideal conditions on the South Fork with manageable flows and all-day hatches through early August. Water temperature is prime and hoppers with droppers should perform well.

The South Fork is fishing variable, driven by dense hatches and selective feeding windows. Scale down fly sizes and try subsurface emergers when fish refuse the surface.

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.

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.

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