Salmon River

Clear water and stable flows make the Salmon River a solid opportunity for fall Chinook migration alongside solid midge and Blue-Winged Olive activity. As of September 27, the river is running 4,450 cfs at White Bird with water temperature at 64 degrees. Expect heavy Chinook activity in the early morning (6-10 AM), then shift focus to Blue-Winged Olives (18-22) and midges (20-24) as the day develops. Light caddis activity picks up at dusk. Match the morning push with Egan's Poachers in olive or black, or try streamers and sculpin patterns for migrating fish. Weather looks favorable with clear skies and calm winds.