Blackfoot River Fishing Report
The Blackfoot is fishing in classic fall fashion—clear water, steady flows, and aggressive trout. With cooler nights, fish are more active throughout the day, and both dries and streamers are in play.
Dry Fly Fishing
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Hoppers are still producing mid-day, especially along undercut banks.
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Mahoganies are the most consistent hatch right now, with fish podding up to eat them.
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October caddis are starting to bring explosive takes in the evening.
Nymphing & Streamers
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Stonefly patterns and worm patterns are reliable subsurface options.
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Mayfly nymphs (pheasant tails, hare’s ears) are working in riffled water.
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Streamers are excellent—olive and black sculpins stripped along structure are drawing big fish.
Fishing Strategy
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Target foam lines and woody structure where trout are stacked.
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A hopper-dropper rig is versatile and effective all day long.
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Cover the prime lies thoroughly—trout are aggressive and feeding hard before winter.
Guide’s Note: The Blackfoot is at its best in September. It’s a big-fish river in the fall, and this is the time to throw streamers if you’re hunting for a trophy.
