Steelhead Fishing - Clearwater River
Date: October 21 - 25, 2026
If you're a steelhead fishing veteran or a newbie, the Clearwater River can provide some terrific fall fishing.
Preliminary 2026 B-run data suggests a decent run this year comparable with 2025. The B-run leads us to the Clearwater River.
Your hosts plan on camping in Hells Gate State Park, in Lewiston, ID, in the Birch Loop, in campsite Birch 57. Park officials may be reached at 208-799-5015 to answer questions. Reservations for the park are recommended and may be made through the link below:
https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/state-park/hells-gate-state-park/
Anticipate fall weather in Idaho that can range from sunny and 80F to blizzards and below freezing temps (just wait 15 minutes and it will change). Bring clothing to meet the weather demands.
There are many good steelhead guide services on the Clearwater river. Below are two guide service companies that club members have used in the past and a link to Clearwater River access points:
https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/idaho_clearwaterriver_guide-and-maps_0.pdf
The drive from Boise to Lewiston is about 5 hours.
In addition to an Idaho fishing license, you will need a steelhead permit/card.
Host Mark Aldridge, 208-817-3309 & Steelhead Guru Troy Pearse 208-870-1025
If you decide to join us On The Water With BVFF, register on this page.
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NAME: Clearwater River Steelhead Outing Fall 2026
DATES: October 21 - 25, 2026
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