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South Fork 3-19-19

3.19.2019
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

 

March South Fork

Yesterday morning flow out of Palisades Dam was raised from 3410 cfs to 4720 cfs.  This continues lowering the amount of water in the reservoir which is now at 83% of capacity. Look for more increases  “coming down the pipe”, but the river flowing clear and cold while running through the Snake River Plain offers some fishing success. Try rubber legs and streamer patterns.  We are in a period of nice days. Banks along the river are free of ice and snow as seen in the picture above.  So the South Fork offers a chance to get out and enjoy the nice weather.

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Main Stem Snake River 3-12-19

3.12.2019
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Fishing Reports, Main Stem Snake River

For the river above American Falls Reservoir all gage readings show flows about 50% higher than normal. Look for these to stay high with flow out of Palisades Dam on the increase. Flow below the reservoir is about 6700 cfs ( Anchors away, my friend!) whereas normal is around 2700 cfs.

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Henry’s Fork 3-12-19

3.12.2019
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Fishing Reports, Henry's Fork

We have some information on lower river fishing success from Ashton Dam downstream to the Fun Farm Bridge.  The river is somewhat higher ( 1350 cfs) than normal (1060 cfs) according to the gage below Ashton Dam. Walk-in wade fishing gets one to most of the river, but float fishing is a bit limited because of conditions at some boat ramp sites.  Streamer fishing is good.  Midges are abundant making for a bit of top water fishing.  BWO activity is not important yet, but as we warm up will become increasing to attract fish during afternoons especially on overcast days.

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South Fork 3-5-19

3.05.2019
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

Flow out of Palisades Dam was raised late Friday from about 900 cfs to 2400 cfs. This reflects USBurRec belief that a big run-off season is coming and room in Palisades Reservoir ( now about 85% full) is needed to contain the resulting melt.  More flow increases are likely, and these will impact fishing.  But the higher flows are very beneficial to resident salmonids which had a tough winter enduring low flows.

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South Fork 11-27-18

11.27.2018
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

At Heise Br. (640x480)

A good approach for winter fishing on the South Fork by wading is to concentrate fishing the pools and deep runs.  Presenting streamers and rubber legs patterns on sink-tip lines and short, stout leaders should be the most effective strategy. With the winter flows to be around 900 cfs, there are numerous locations to apply this approach, some of which offer hundreds of yards of easily reached water. We at the shop can suggest some good locations for visits.   Dress warmly and be sure your waders are in leak-proof condition!

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Still Waters 11-24-18

11.24.2018
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Fishing Reports, Still Water

Springfield Reservoir is fishing well if you offer midge pupa under an indicator. First find the taking depth. Also small leech patterns work when presented on an intermediate line.  The reservoir was stocked last month with hatchery catchables ranging  from 14 to 18 inches.   Each would longer if their tails had not been eroded from concrete living and crowding, but they make for fun in the late days of this fishing season.

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South Fork 11-20-18

11.20.2018
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

The flow out of Palisades Dam is 938 cfs. That’s around the maintenance flow through the winter.  The current flow at Heise is  better for the fish at 1390 cfs.  There are plenty of walk-in wade locations, but there are places with some icing. Get in touch with us to learn some of the best locations for wading.

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