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Idaho Fish and Game

North Fork Clearwater River: Mouth to Dworshak Dam (Coho 2026)

Fall 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
Daily Limit:
Two (2) adult Coho per day, no limit on jacks
Possession Limit:
Six (6) adult Coho in possession, no limit on jacks
Season Limit
There is no season limit for Coho Salmon
Harvest Allowed
Adults
Jacks
Season Status Details

Adult Coho Salmon are greater than or equal to 20 inches in length.

Jack Coho Salmon are less than 20 inches in length.

Special Restrictions
  • Near Dworshak Hatchery
    • 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