Bitterroot River Fishing Report

Tip of the Week: Focus on soft inside seams, tailouts, and woody structure. If you're heading out, be ready for both: BWO dries for the slow foam lines and a box of streamers for fish that want to chase.

7 Day Outlook: The bitterroot valley is going to be warmer this weekend than it was last weekend. Highs Saturday will be in the 70s and then Sunday the highs will be in the mid 60s with lots of sunshine both days. The rest of the week the temps will continue to be in the 60s with a mix of sunshine and clouds. Overnight lows will be in the 30s so starting your day a little later to let the water warm up isn't a bad idea.

Best Techniques: BWOs are a great possibility when the clouds are out so have size 18–20 BWO dries ready for the slow foam lines and back eddies. If the fish aren't looking up, drop a Perdigon or Duracell under an indicator in the deeper seams. Streamers like a Sculpin, Olive/Yellow Dungeon, or Sparkle Minnow along log jams and drop-offs are a great way to find aggressive fish before and after the front.

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