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The Big Wood, Southern Idaho
The Big Wood's headwaters are found just west of Galena Peak which is over 11,000 feet high. From its source in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, the Big Wood River flows 60 miles due south. Rainbows are caught in all sizes varying from 10 to 20 inches and it’s not uncommon to hook 15 to 20 trout on a good hatch day.

Kootenai Valley Inflatables
Kootenai Valley Inflatables (KVI) has the perfect inflatable drift boat for you. These boats extend your season by weeks and are considerable easier to maneuver than Hyde or McKenzie drift boats.

The Kootenai River, Idaho
All fly fishers know about the Kootenai River in Montana and its world record rainbow trout caught just below Libby dam. However, did you know, the same Kootenai River enters Idaho only 49 miles west of where the world record trout was caught and is just as easily floatable and fishable as the Libby area?

The Moyie River, Idaho
Did you know, there is a wonder small river called the Moyie flowing into the Kootenai River just 12 miles inside the Idaho state line? This river may hold the state record brookie (and has great cutties and bows as well).

The Norfork River, Arkansas
This is a beautiful river in the Osark Mountains in northern Arkansas. There are some huge trout here and a well maintained 2 mile "Catch & Release" are exclusively for fly fishers.

Clark Fork River, Montana/Idaho
This is the largest river by water volume in Montana. It is ever larger than the mighty Missouri. It flows through beautiful western Montana from above Anaconda, MT and empties into Lake Pend Oreille, ID which eventually empties into the Columbia River. For my tastes, the middle portion has the best fishing.

The Flathead River, Montana
Nestled at the base of Glacier National Park, the Flathead River and its 3 forks make for an absolutely beautiful fishing float. The river contains rainbow, cutthroat and bull trout, the latter of which you cannot keep. Huge stoneflies, caddis and generic nymphs predominate on the system.

The Big Horn River, Montana

The Big Horn River, Montana

Nestled in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains and north of the Big Horn Lake and Yellowtail Dam lies one of the best trout fisheries I have ever experienced. The Big Horn River flows from the dam north to the Yellowstone River east of Billings, MT. The 525 foot dam is at an elevation of 3,664 feet and produces a pristine, freestone tailwater fishery. Water flows are good providing good year-round aeration and an abundance of trout food. Hatches can be prolific and, with thousands of acres of surrounding wheat fields, hopper action in the summer is incredible.

Big Horn Rainbows-2010

During the months of July, August and September the flows are low at about 2,500 cfs. This makes for great wade and boat fishing. Summer best bets are dries like the black caddis, all kinds of large hoppers, yellow sallies and other mayflies. The remainder of the year is predominantly boat fishing due to higher water flows and all kinds of nymphs and streamers are effective. High flow dry hatches can surprise you as well. Also, don't count out streamers and nymphs in the summer, which some days can equal the dries. The first thirteen miles below the dam holds the most and best fish.

There is easy access from Billings, Mt to the north and Sheridan, WY, which is an equal distance to the south. Accomodations can be limited so call ahead. I would definitely suggest a guide for your first outing. Dave and Zoe at Absaraka Fishing Bear Cabins near the 3 1/2 mile river access can provide you with both a place to stay, great shore lunches and a guide. Their cabins are clean, convenient and reasonably priced. You can visit their website at: www.bighornfishingbearlodge.com/ .

After your first day or two with a guide, you can rent a local drift boat if you prefer. If you do so, prepare yourself for a hard day of rowing, particularly if you encounter a strong headwind. One person, unless the river is wadable, must row at all times, while the other(s) get to fish. Your other option is to bring your own raft, kayak, or pontoon boat. All will work here and all are safe if you know what you are doing.

Big Horn Browns-2010

Any way you slice it, if you are an avid fly fisher, you really need to make a trip to this fishery. Should you have any questions regarding this incredible river, please contact me at: IdahoAngler@live.com .

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