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Idaho Fish and Game

North Fork Clearwater River - Mouth to Dworshak Dam (Spring 2026)

Spring run
 Season dates and limits are subject to change at any time. Check back for current status.
Season Status:
Closed, Scheduled to Open
Season Dates:
to
Fishing Days:

Fishing for Chinook Salmon will be open four (4) days per week, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 

Daily Limit:
Four (4) Chinook Salmon per day, only one (1) may be an adult
Possession Limit:
Twelve (12) Chinook Salmon, only three (3) may be adults
Season Limit
Ten (10) adult Chinook Salmon
Harvest Allowed
None
Season Status Details

The season is closed until April 25, 2026

Special Restrictions
  • Near Dworshak Hatchery
    • The mouth of the North Fork Clearwater River is defined as a straight line between the Clearwater Hatchery outlet culvert on the west side and the posted sign located on the Dworshak Hatchery fence near the tip of land on the east side.
    • Fishing from the shoreline or wading along the perimeter of Dworshak Hatchery is prohibited.
  • Near Highway 7 Bridge
    • Fishing from any watercraft or wading is prohibited between the posted sign approximately 150 yards upstream from the mouth of the North Fork Clearwater River to the Ahsahka Highway 7 Bridge.
    • When fishing from the Highway 7 Bridge, it is unlawful to take or attempt to take any fish downstream of the railroad bridge. Fishing from the railroad bridge is prohibited