Salmon River

Outlook · Aug 5–12

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Salmon River

Current conditions for Salmon River · Map, access and gauges

Flow

4,270 cfs ↓

Water Temp

71°F · Warm

Trend

Falling

Observed

29d ago

Hatch Status

Expect to find sporadic Spruce Moths and a few small mayflies in the morning, as well as hoppers clicking throughout the day.

Conditions

Flows are expected to remain below normal and continue falling through the week, with water holding around 71°F—warm enough to stress trout during afternoon hours. Floating and wade fishing from Stanley to Clayton should stay viable, though early morning and cooler pockets near riffles and tributary mouths will be your best bets. Spruce moths, hoppers, and small morning mayflies will drive sporadic insect activity, so have a mix of dries and nymphs ready.

Gauges

Live cameras

Recommended flies

CaddisSpruce MothsHoppersChubby ChernobylRubber Legged StonesKing PrinceStreamers

Access

Wade and float fishing accessible from Stanley to Clayton via pull-offs and established access points.

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