The Middle Fork is a superb fishing stream and is one of the few native fisheries left in the United States. As a premiere fishing river it is abundant with Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Dolly Varden. It is also home to a special sub-species of West Slope Cutthroat. These native fish are strong and numerous due to their environment and the river Catch and Release regulations. As a "Blue Ribbon" fishery, the water of the Middle Fork is crystal clear, the fish are aggressive and the size of the fish are outstanding. The Middle Fork is a classic dry fly fishery. Consequently, we encourage most of our guests to fly fish. Even the novice angler stands an excellent chance of landing a good number of fish each day. Guests can fish from the shore and from the oar boats. Fishing the Middle fork is best from July through September with the fishing improving as the summer progresses.

Adventure Guides offers Specialty Fly-Fishing Trips (downloadable PDF) in late August and throughout September. During this time of year fish rise to dry flies all day long. In maintaining the high quality of fishing, only artificial flies and lures with single barbless hooks are allowed. When necessary, we flatten the barbs on conventional hooks to conform to the rules. Recommended fly patterns include: Stimulators, Elk Hair Caddis, Renegades, Adams, Irresistibles, Stone and Salmon Fly Imitations, Hoppers, Madame X, Royal Wolff and Humpys. All of our guides are avid fisherman and will help you select flies or even provide a few of their favorites. For those just starting out our guides take great pleasure in teaching all facets of the art of fly-fishing. Light waders may be needed for fall fishing trips. Nets are welcome and handy during any part of the season. We provide a few rods for those who just want to experiment and have fun. The experienced, serious anglers bring their own rods in hard cases and their favorite tackle. An Idaho State fishing license is required and may be purchased in Stanley before the trip or from the Idaho Fish and Game at 1-800-554-8685.

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