Fishing Season: April-November

North Fork Flathead River - MT

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

59

Glacier Anglers's Tip of the Week

Great fall fishing conditions! Small terrestrials in the a.m. and big hoppers and attracters pm. Please remember to keep them wet and quick releases.

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Map of North Fork Flathead River

Water Flow Data

Tidal Conditions

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Glacier Anglers

5-Day Outlook as of 9/25/24

Sunny and warmer temps for the next week should keep the bugs active and give a good window for fall fishing.

Techniques & Tips as of 9/25/24

Large attractors and hopper patterns in the afternoon, Mayflies and smaller caddis in mornings

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):
Stimulator pink 12-16
Elk Wing Caddis tan 12-16
Schroeder's Hi-Vis Hopper tan 14-18
Travis Para Ant black 12-14
Pale Morning Dun Thorax N/A 12
Adams Parachute Dry Fly purple 12

Stimulator

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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's Hoppers caddis

Best Time to Fish:

afternoon

Best Stretch:

big creek to gn flats Water Condition: Clear

Best Access:

Big creek