What flies are hatching on the Lochsa River right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Lochsa River include Golden Stone, Caddis, Pale Morning Dun. Use the AI Hatch Advisor on this page for a live, temperature-aware recommendation.

What's the current flow on the Lochsa River?

The Lochsa River is running at 668 CFS at the Near Lowell gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Lochsa River fishable today?

Yes — Lochsa River is rated fishable right now. Current flow is 668 CFS at the Near Lowell gauge.

Lochsa River Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Lochsa River — Near Lowell

Fishable

668CFS

Discharge

2.20ft

Gauge Height

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Water Temp

Updated 39 min agoView on USGS ↗

7-Day Flow

↓ Falling

RisingFallingStable

24-Hr Pressure

28.33 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

74°FClear sky

Wind 4 mph28.33 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

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Clear sky

82° / 55°

Tomorrow

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Clear sky

82° / 50°

Tue

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Clear sky

90° / 59°

Wed

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Clear sky

94° / 64°

Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.

Weather by Open-Meteo · No API key · Updated every 30 min

What should I fish today?

⚡ AI

AI-powered recommendation using today's live flow, temperature, and hatch data.

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Time of Day

Using: 668 CFS · PMDs continue. HOPPER SEASON peak

What should I pack?

Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Lochsa River conditions.

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Lochsa River · August · Late Summer

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JanDec

PMDs continue. HOPPER SEASON peak (size 8-12) — Lochsa cutthroat hammer terrestrials in pocket water. Caddis evenings. Single barbless hooks required, all C&R. Best dry fly month.

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About Lochsa River

Wild & Scenic freestone tributary of the Middle Fork Clearwater along Highway 12. Native west-slope cutthroat in pocket water through dense old-growth canyon — catch-and-release only.

Golden StoneCaddisPale Morning DunHopperSalmonfly

Regulations

Catch-and-release only for trout, single barbless hook. Bull trout federally protected — release immediately. Standard Idaho fishing license required.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Lochsa River with more confidence.