Flow
Very low · 4,110 cfs
Water Temp
54°F · Prime temp
Trend
Steady
Observed
16d ago
Hatch Status
Mayfly hatches occurring, caddis and October caddis hatch expected
Conditions
Perfect fall weather is bringing eager trout to the Kootenai this week. As of October 3, flows were running 4,110 cfs at Porthill with water at 54 degrees, ideal for nymphing and dry-fly action. The river holds rainbows, cutthroat, bull trout, and the occasional brown trout, most running 12-16 inches. Low angler pressure and active mayfly and caddis hatches, including the October caddis, make this a prime window for the weekend and into next week.
Gauges
Techniques
- Nymphing has remained a reliable producer all over the river
Recommended flies
Brita Fordice's Worm FarmFly Project ImperialUmpqua Jigged CDC Pheasant Tail TungstenPeach FuzzEgan's Frenchie JigKelly Galloup's Tilt Wing DrakeCarlson's Purple HazeUmpqua E-Z Caddis TanUmpqua Tungsten Thin Mint