Middle Fork Salmon River
Characteristics updated 9 months ago
Flow updated about 6 hours ago
Discover the Middle Fork of the Salmon River: A Wilderness Adventure for Fly Fishing Enthusiasts
Welcome to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, an untouched wilderness paradise in Idaho's heart. This comprehensive guide provides valuable information about the Middle Fork, including the challenges, preferred season, ideal flow rate, river access details, and more. River stewardship, sustainability, and conservation are top priorities, emphasizing the practice of Leave No Trace principles. We highlight three of the highest-rated local fly shops and guides, ensuring that anglers of all experience levels receive accurate and timely information for their fly fishing adventures.Challenges
Preferred Season
Ideal Flow Rate
River Access Issues
Local Fly Shops, Guides, and Fishing Licenses
State of Idaho Fishing License Info.
Characteristics & Metrics
Current Flow
Gage Station |
Temp
℉
|
Flow
(ft ³/s)
|
Mean
(ft ³/s)
|
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mf salmon river at mf lodge nr yellow pine id | n/a | 607 | 2550 |
mf salmon river at mouth nr shoup, id | n/a | n/a | 4530 |
Historical
Notations
Known Fish
Type | Species | Up To |
---|---|---|
Trout | Brown | 20 in. |
Trout | Rainbow | 20 in. |
Trout | Cutthroat | 20 in. |