Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
71
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Tip of the Week
No Hoot Owl restrictions are currently in effect for the Blackfoot, but be aware of warm water temps over the next week, especially in the afternoon and evening. The first 3-4 hours of daylight will be your best fishing.
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Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Blackfoot River OutfittersBlue Damsel Lodge
PRO Outfitters
Bitterroot Fly Company
5-Day Outlook as of 7/19/25
The Blackfoot is shaping up for a warm and mostly sunny stretch of weather. Highs will hover right around 90 on Friday and Saturday, then ease off slightly into the mid-80s Sunday and early next week. There’s a slight shot at a thunderstorm on Sunday, but otherwise, things stay clear and dry through midweek.
Techniques & Tips as of 7/19/25
The river is especially low and warm for this time of year. Focus on pocket water and deep riffles. Dry-dropper fishing will be effective on seams and deeper runs. Fish the coldest hours of the day- on early, and off early.
Local Species Available All Year; Tributaries closed December 1-third week of May.
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Trout: rainbows
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West Slope cutthroats
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browns
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bulls and white fish.
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Stimulator | N/A | #8-12 |
Larson's Legend Golden Stone Dry | N/A | #8-10 |
Yellow Sally | N/A | #14-16 |
Vernille San Juan Worm | N/A | #8-10 |
TJ Hooker | N/A | #8-12 |
Trina's Worm | N/A | #8-12 |
TH 20 Incher | N/A | #8-12 |
Bead Head Soft Hackle Hare's Ear Nymph | N/A | #12-14 |
Jig Sparkle Yummy | N/A | #6-10 |
Jig Mini Bugger | N/A | #10-12 |
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line