Spokane River

September 13, 2026

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

Spokane River

Current conditions for Spokane River · Map, access and gauges

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Flow

859 cfs

Trend

Steady

Observed

32d ago

Hatch Status

A few caddis out, small bwo's on cooler days, no October caddis or bwo's yet

Conditions

Below town the Spokane is fishing well as cooler weather settles in, with guide crews reporting good trips. As of September 25, flows were running 859 cfs at Post Falls, holding steady. Upper Spokane Valley sections are seeing flows increase and cover previously dry water, but fish haven't yet established in those recovering stretches. The lower sections remain your best bet right now.

Gauges

Techniques

  • Chubby or hopper fishing with a dropper continues to be the thing
  • Don't overlook streamer fishing this time of the year
  • Nymphing is always productive
  • Small dry fly fishing for those looking for a challenge

Recommended flies

HoppersChubbiesDroppersSmall dry fliesNymphsStreamers