Lewiston, Idaho Fishing Report 08.23.18

Lochsa River (ID)

The current flow is 631 cfs at Lowell. Hoppers have been productive for anglers who have been spending their time on the Lochsa. We have had a few anglers tell us that caddis are coming off and have been a productive fly for them as well. The mornings and evenings are the best fishing times.

North Fork Clearwater River (ID)

The current flow is at 1020 cfs at Canyon Ranger Station. Water temperatures are still in the mid to high 60’s. The reports coming in are that fishing has been good for anglers who are willing to put in the work. The fish aren’t veraciously taking the fly but are still willing to eat. Skating hoppers, giving them life, can make the fish come up. And, late in the evening’s caddis should work as well as a parachute.

Clearwater River (ID)

The flow is 9740 cfs at Spalding. We’ve heard that a couple of fish have been caught since last week. The report is that there are willing fish in the river. Although the dam counts have slowed down this week, fish will still eat your fly.

Grande Ronde (WA)

The current flow is 489 cfs at Troy, Oregon. We haven’t heard from any anglers who are fishing the Ronde. However, I am willing to bet that the early mornings and late afternoon will be some productive fishing. You’ll want to make sure you are giving your fly lots of life. Try throwing some grasshoppers, the bass will crush them. Finally, you’ll want to go deep throughout the midday heat.

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