Main Stem Snake River

Increased flow for irrigation has slowed fly fishing somewhat in the river above American Falls Reservoir where diversions cause changing flow levels throughout.  Boating is the safest and most effective way to fish.  Streamer and woolly bugger patterns on sink tip lines with stout leaders are best. All boat launch ramps are open. Flow below American Falls Dam is about 10200 cfs, so wading is dangerous.  This amount is normal for the date and ideal for boating and makes all launch sites easily used. Small mouth bass are present. Use woolly bugger, popper and craw dad patterns to attract them.