The Clark Fork has been fishing exceptionally well for this time of year—and without the boat traffic you'd typically find on the Blackfoot. The upper river is producing consistently, while headhunting along the lower stretches is just beginning to heat up.

Dry flies are thick from Drummond downstream. Salmonflies are wrapped up, but yellow sallies, green drakes, golden stones, caddis, and PMDs are all active across the system. Caddis are also out in force and should remain the dominant hatch well into August. Large Elk Hair Caddis, Outrigger Yellow Sallies, and smaller Chubby variations have all been effective.

Subsurface, trout are still feeding heavily in the early mornings. Large stonefly nymphs like Golden TJs have been getting plenty of attention. Mayfly nymphs are also in play, especially around the morning PMD hatches and mid-morning green drakes. Frenchies and jigged Pheasant Tails have been excellent choices.

Streamer fishing remains a strong option throughout the river. Big browns are still chasing juvenile whitefish, so large white streamers are a solid bet on bright days, with darker or olive patterns better under cloud cover. The Goldie and Peanut Envy (in tan, natural, or olive) are both excellent choices for working those deep banks and soft edges.