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Idaho Fish and Game

Steelhead: North Fork Clearwater River - Mouth to Dworshak Dam (Fall 2024)

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

Fishing for steelhead is open 7 days per week

Daily Limit:
Two (2) steelhead per day
Possession Limit:
Six (6) steelhead in possession
Season Limit
Twenty (20) steelhead during the fall season
Harvest Allowed
Adults
Adipose Fin Clipped
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