Coho Salmon Seasons and Rules
Coho fishing seasons and rules information for Idaho
2019 Coho Fishing Seasons and Rules
The Idaho Coho salmon fishing seasons happen intermittently. As season status changes, this page will reflect the current seasons and rules.
Coho Rules mobile brochure [PDF, 752 KB]
Updated 9/20/2019 12:10 pm MT
Seasons change quickly! This page has the current status.
The table below shows stretches of rivers, current fishing status, bag and possession limits, and special restrictions.
Please Note: River segments with no Coho fishing opportunity are not listed.
News
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Changes in fall Chinook Salmon rules
Thursday, October 3, 2019 - 9:36 AM MDT
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Commission closes steelhead fishery in Clearwater River basin
Friday, September 20, 2019 - 9:20 AM MDT
NOTE: Coho, Chinook salmon, and steelhead can be present at the same time
- Seasons and limits change quickly
- Know your targets
Coho Harvest Zone Season Information
Select a river segment to see season status
Coho Season Status
Select a river segment to see season status
Fall season
Clearwater River
| River Code | River Zone | Current Season Status | Legal Harvest | Season Dates | Daily Limit | Possession Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |
Coho: Clearwater River - Mouth to Memorial BridgeClearwater RiverFrom: Mouth To: Memorial Bridge |
Open | Adults | September 20, 2019 (All day) to October 13, 2019 (All day) | Two (2) Coho salmon | Six (6) Coho salmon |
Fishing will occur 7 days a week. Special NoteAll Coho Salmon are considered Adults. |
| 3 |
Coho: Clearwater River - Memorial Bridge to Orofino BridgeClearwater RiverFrom: Memorial Bridge To: Orofino Bridge |
Open | Adults | September 20, 2019 (All day) to October 13, 2019 (All day) | Two (2) Coho salmon | Six (6) Coho salmon |
Fishing will occur 4 days a week (Thursday through Sunday). Special NoteAll Coho Salmon are considered Adults. |
| 4 |
Coho: Clearwater River - Orofino Bridge to Confluence of South Fork and Middle Fork Clearwater RiverClearwater RiverFrom: Orofino Bridge To: Confluence of South Fork and Middle Fork Clearwater River |
Open | Adults | September 20, 2019 (All day) to October 13, 2019 (All day) | Two (2) Coho salmon | Six (6) Coho salmon |
Fishing will occur 4 days a week (Thursday through Sunday). Special NoteAll Coho Salmon are considered Adults. |
North Fork Clearwater River
| River Code | River Zone | Current Season Status | Legal Harvest | Season Dates | Daily Limit | Possession Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 |
Coho: North Fork Clearwater River - Mouth to Dworshak DamNorth Fork Clearwater RiverFrom: Mouth of North Fork To: Dworkshak Dam |
Open | Adults | September 20, 2019 (All day) to October 13, 2019 (All day) | Two (2) Coho salmon | Six (6) Coho salmon |
Fishing will occur 4 days a week (Thursday through Sunday). Special NoteAll Coho Salmon are considered Adults. |
