North Fork Clearwater River

October 16, 2026

By Barbless, compiled each morning from the gauges, forecasts and sources on this page.

North Fork Clearwater River

Current conditions for North Fork Clearwater River · Map, access and gauges

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Flow

637 cfs

Water Temp

45°F · Prime temp

Trend

Steady

Observed

2d ago

Conditions

BWOs are your top dry fly choice in the cool conditions holding on the North Fork right now. As temperatures warm slightly through the day, October Caddis and Mahogany Duns come back into play. Water sits at 45 degrees and flows are running at 637 cfs as of October 18, both stable. Black Canyon is closed due to the Moose Mountain Fire, but access remains solid via Hidden Creek CG, Deception Saddle, Kelly Creek, and the lower North Fork.

Gauges

Recommended flies

BWO dries

Access

Black Canyon is closed due to the Moose Mountain Fire. Access remains available via Hidden Creek CG, Deception Saddle, Kelly Creek, and the lower North Fork.