Fishing Reports

Main Stem Snake River, September 7th, 2024

At Freeman Park

Presenting streamers in the evening is becoming productive along the river. One of the most convenient locations to do this is at the river at Freeman Park in Idaho Falls. There are openings for casting along the paved trail that parallels the river and above the park around the railroad trestle. Careful wading or from the bank can get you to good holding water, but be aware that strong, tricky currents are present as one approaches middle of the river.

Main Stem Snake River, September 4th, 2024

Evenings are a great time to fish this nearby water. Presenting streamer patterns during these times will be increasingly effective as we move toward fall. Best way to do this is from a boat, but there are plenty of walk-in locations. Come to Fly Fish Food Jimmy’s, and we can suggest some good locations for you.

Main Stem Snake River, August 31st, 2024

Well Fed Main Stem ‘Bow

Time to consider the Main Stem for some good fly fishing! Water flow is almost ideal.True, there is no big stone fly activity and may fly activity is mostly limited to BWOs during the fall emergence peak, but caddis activity is plentiful. There are many locations for walk-in-wade access from the Henry’s Fork confluence on down to American Falls Reservoir. The Idaho Falls Fish and Game office and we at Fly Fish Food Jimmy’s can pinpoint some for you. In particular, streamer fishing does nothing but improve throughout the river as we advance into the fall season. Trophy sized brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout stay in the deep during daytime, but by evening they range out to forage, and a well placed streamer pattern of choice could bring you a best fish of the season.