The Blackfoot has seen a little bump of about 500 CFS in the last day. But that's alright! It'll be ok! Fishing in the lower stretches has been pretty good and the upper sections near Lincoln/Ovando have been producing quality fish as well. Flows are still a little high for prime Blackfoot River fishing but it is quickly shaping up to be just fine fishing. Be on the lookout for Salmon Flies. The water in the lower section has just hit 55 F which is the magic number. Within the next week those things will be up and bumbling around! PMD's and some BWO's in the morning along with the constant hounding of midges. Seeing some Caddis come off in the afternoon too!

Nymphing continues to be the most productive method. Heavier setups are still necessary to get flies down in the faster currents, and both indicator and tightline techniques are effective when dialed in. Stonefly nymphs, worms, and smaller mayfly patterns like Pheasant Tails and perdigons are all producing. Focus on softer holding water—inside seams, tailouts, and deeper runs—where fish are conserving energy. As always, while flows and clarity is still dropping into the perfect late spring fishery, you cannot go wrong with a turd and a worm.

Streamer fishing has remained solid and should only improve as clarity continues to get better. The slightly off-colored water still favors larger, high-contrast patterns, fished slow and deep along structure and banks. Sculpin patterns, Woolly Buggers, and darker streamers are producing, though as visibility improves, expect lighter colors like white and gold to become more effective. The upper river is currently offering the best overall conditions, but with flows dropping and clarity improving daily, the entire system is shaping up nicely heading into a strong spring window.