Fishing Season: April-November

North Fork Flathead River - MT

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

46

Glacier Anglers's Tip of the Week

The river is spiking again! If it's green or blue, it may still fish ok, but it won't fish well if it's brown, and it won't be safe if it's high and fast.

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Map of North Fork Flathead River

Water Flow Data

Tidal Conditions

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Glacier Anglers

5-Day Outlook as of 5/25/26

The weather is calling for warmth and sun and river levels are set to hit their second-highest level of the spring runoff.

Techniques & Tips as of 5/25/26

If you can find clear water at the tributaries, fish adult midges, mayflies or go deep and slow with a girdle bug and pink worm under an indicator.

Local Species Available April-November

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    Trout

Glacier Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
CDC Caddis purple 12-16
Elk Wing Caddis olive 12-16
Gee's Supafly Stone Dry tan 12-14
Patriot Dry Fly blue, red 12-14
Bead Head Stonefly yellow 12
Vernille San Juan Worm any color 14

CDC Caddis

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Glacier Anglers's Recommended Gear

Description: About North Fork Flathead River

The North Fork of the flathead Flows directly south from the Canadian Border, and makes up the western boarder of Glacier National Park until its confluence with the Middle Fork at Blankenship Bridge. The North Fork is an exceptional West Slope Cutthroat fishery, with breathtaking views of Glacier National Park.

Nearest Airport:

Glacier International - Kallispel (FCA)

Hatches:

Mayfly adult Stonefly adult Caddis adult Midge Mayfly nymph

Best Time to Fish:

late afternoon

Best Stretch:

Blankenship Bridge and south

Best Access:

Blankenship Bridge