Spokane River, Washington

Hatches

N/A

The Fishing

Prety much the same deal here. Flows are still very high and fishing spots are extremely limited. Really no matter the level, you can always find a spot here or there where fish can find relief from the fast-moving flows. Is it ideal? Definitely not, but if you’re feeling motivated and just need to get out for a couple hours, there are a few zones where it can be done. Please exercise caution if you choose to fish during these water levels, you probably don’t need to get in the water to find a fishable spot. Try a hot bead nymph or a streamer, typical winter fare for fly selections.

Current Flow

12500 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Lower River / Post Falls

NF CDA - North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Hatches

N/A

The Fishing

Flows popped back up this week but are currently dropping back to a reasonable level. Fishing hasn’t been anything incredible here, but we’ve heard a few reports from folks venturing up this way over the last week. The weather looks reasonable over the next week so I’d consider giving it a shot if road and water conditions allow it. Stonefly and worm nymphs, hot bead anything, and streamer patterns will get it done this time of year. Don’t overthink winter fly selections, often you just need to find the right type of holding water and mess with presentation/depth. Target slow moving, deeper pools this time of year and avoid the fast moving and riffle areas.

Current Flow

Prichard = 911 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Prichard

Cataldo = 3590 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Cataldo

St. Joe River, Idaho

Hatches

N/A

The Fishing

We are done reporting on the St. Joe River for the season, and the river is not fishable due to high flows.

Current Flow

Red Ives = 296 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Red Ives

Calder = 3060 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Calder

Miscellaneous

The Fishing

No new reports on winter lakes. Still some opportunities here but limited with colder temps and potential for ice on any given day. Rocky Ford is worth a shot, we’ve heard mixed reviews on the fishing but it is an option.

Steelhead Rivers

The Fishing

The steelhead rivers are still looking like a tough go this week. Flows keep hovering on the high side of things and current levels are not very conducive for good fly fishing conditions. Keep an eye on things, there could be some windows of opportunity coming up, but currently this wouldn’t be my first choice.

Current Flows

Grande Ronde River at Troy - 3260 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Troy

Snake River at Anatone - 28400 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Anatone

Clearwater River at Spalding - 17000 ft³/sec
Prediction Flow - Spalding