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Clearwater River, Idaho Fly Fishing Report & Conditions

Clearwater River, Idaho Fly Fishing Report & Conditions Map of Clearwater River, Idaho

Reported by Double Spey Outfitters Fishing Report Last Updated:
11 / 17 / 09

Fishing Conditions

Excellent

Water flow: 3,700 cfs

Visibility: 60 inches

Water temperature at mid-day: 48 Degrees F

Water condition: Clear

Best time of day to fish: Mornings and evenings

Best stretch: Lewiston up to Cherry Lane Bridge.

Best access point: Right off the highway from Lewiston up to Cherry Lane Bridge.

Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:

Dry line fishing can still be productive this time of year, but a sink-tip will get your fly just that much closer to the fish. I like to start throwing string leeches this time of year on a ten foot sink tip.

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Fly Name: Fly Color: Fly Size(s):
Green Butt 2
Woolly Bugger Streamer black 4
Steelhead Hammer
Bomber Single Grizzly
Orange Blossom Special Streame

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby: Double Spey Outfitters

Fish species: Trout, steelhead

Fishing season: June - March (Prime: August - March)

Nearest airport: Spokane International Airport

Recommended fly fishing leader: 12 Foot Leader

Recommended fly fishing tippet: 0X Tippet Size

Best fly fishing rod: 11' 8 Weight Fly Rod

Best floating fly line: Salmon/Steelhead WF

Best sinking fly line: Clear Intermediate Cool Water Full Sink

Real-time water flow data from USGS:

Make sure you get yourself down to the Clearwater, Snake, or Grande Ronde this week.




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