Bitterroot River Fishing Report

Tip of the Week:

Adding split shot to your indicator nymph rig is very important when wade fishing.  The added weight of the split shot will get your flies in the strike zone faster, resulting in more opportunities for fish to eat on each drift.  We like to use split shot even when fishing tungsten bead flies.  Shot is less important when fishing from a drift boat or raft because you can achieve much longer drifts, but we still use it when fishing flies that are weightless or have small beads.

7 Day Outlook: 

A mix of rain and snow is expected in the Bitterroot Valley over the next week.  Highs range from the high 30’s to mid-40’s.  Take advantage of those warmer days to get out and fish!

*There are currently MANY obstructions on the Bitterroot.

When In Doubt, Eddy Out! As always, we want anglers to know that they are responsible for their own wellbeing when they are on the water. As an outfitter, we will try our best to bring known dangers to light, but conditions and obstructions are always changing and we can't possibly keep up with every danger that may present itself. When in doubt, eddy out and walk downstream to get a good look at what you're dealing with! 

Best Techniques:

Nymphs are going to be your best option for fishing the Bitterroot over the next week.  With colder water temps you’ll want to focus your fishing on deep slow runs and pools.  Avoid the faster water and riffles.  Slowly swinging a streamer could prove effective as well.

Streamers: Lil Kim, Wooly Bugger, Micro Dungeon, Kreelex, Sparkle Minnow

Nymphs: San Juan Worm, TJ Hooker, Sili Leg Stone, Prince Nymph, Duracell, Jig PT, Zebra Midge

Dries: Midges