Lochsa River

Flowing through Idaho, United States, Lochsa River is a river that suits anglers willing to walk a bank. Most fish at Lochsa River hold in identifiable lies — the same eddies, drop-offs, and shaded undercuts produce trip after trip. After heavy rain, Lochsa River can colour up and rise quickly; that's often when bigger predators come out to feed, but wading conditions get dangerous.

Location

46.3334, -115.2846 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Cutthroat troutWestlope cutthroat troutRainbow trout

Fishing Techniques

• For Cutthroat trout

  When fishing streams, cast upstream and retrieve with the current to mimic natural drift, increasing your chances of hooking wary cutthroat trout.

• For Westlope cutthroat trout

  Westlope cutthroat trout are often found in clear, cold streams; fish upstream, presenting your bait or lure naturally and avoiding spooking the fish by keeping a low profile.

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lochsa River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Lochsa River, make sure your licence covers Idaho, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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