Summer Fly Fishing the Saint Joe River, Idaho

Fly fishing for native Westslope Cutthroat on the Saint Joe River, Idaho. Full episode on this 3 day trip to the Saint Joe River.
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Fly fishing for trout, fly fishing for Cutthroat in the Pacific Northwest has been a passion of mine for the last 40 years. I have spent most of my life fly fishing the great Pacific Northwest to include fly fishing in Alaska, fly fishing in Washington, fly fishing in Oregon, fly fishing in Idaho and fly fishing in Montana. I generally will fly fish and practice catch and release when fly fishing for trout, but I have been known to catch and cook during camping trips to many of my favorite fishing spots. I love to fly fish lakes in the higher elevation, though I have a few lowland lakes that are fly fishing only that are also on my most favorite list. I have a ton experience fly fishing rivers for trout and always enjoy discovering new rivers to fly fishing in and around the greater Pacific Northwest. I am also an accomplished at casting a fly rod - whether it is fly fishing casting for distance, fly fishing casting for accuracy, the double haul, roll cast, tower cast and many more fly fishing casting techniques - I can show you the basics when it comes to casting a fly rod. I also will cover many topics that relate to getting started with fly fishing. From your basic fly fishing setups, flies and fly boxes - we cover all the fly fishing needs for beginners. Thanks for taking the time to tune into FlyFishDan and I hope you consider subscribing to my fly fishing channel. Cheers and FISH-ON!!!
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[@martinludvik8361]

And ,of course, beautiful and big fish. Fish on.🤗🤗🤗😍😍😍🤠🤠🤠

[@billinman4930]

Started to fish the St.Joe when I was 16, now I'm 64. Seen alot of changes over the years. Never been disappointed, respect the river and fish so more people can enjoy it.

[@FlyFishDan]

That is awesome - I just started within the past 5 years. Really is an amazing place...fingers crossed the heat wave, low water and fires won't damage the fishery too much. Cheers!

[@martinludvik8361]

Woooooow,sir you must feel like you're in paradise there, don't you?😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗👍👍👍 And ,od course, beautiful fish.👀👀👀🤠🤠🤠 Fish on.👍👍👍

[@martinludvik8361]

Every fish in this video is beautiful, beautiful, beautiful.😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗,and the underwater footage, woooooow unreal.👀👀👀👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@califmike2003]

Wow what a totally amazing river, so so pretty of water and fish.

[@FlyFishDan]

It really was an amazing trip - if you ever have a chance to explore it, you definitely should. Worth the trip! Cheers!

[@sydneyfishingstory]

It's beautiful, nice Video very good fishing

[@FlyFishDan]

Thank you very much

[@flyguy3827]

Just what I needed for my lunch break:)). Great video as usual! Thanks Dan!

[@FlyFishDan]

Happy to help! :))

[@Nishimoto1]

Well done video.

[@FlyFishDan]

Thank you!

[@bassinsquatch8503]

The Joe has been one of my favorite rivers to fish since the early 80's. I have seen changes but like Bill said if we respect the river and the fishery everyone can enjoy it..

[@FlyFishDan]

Well said my friend!

[@reelguyoutdoors5536]

Great video! Love the West slope cutthroat.

[@FlyFishDan]

Thank you Reelguy - I appreciate you watching!

[@ryanward58]

Can’t beat tying one on in Idaho! Even better when you can wade around in swim trunks. Nice video!

[@FlyFishDan]

Love Idaho and wet-wading! Thanks for watching Ryan!

[@Fly557ing]

You are posting some great videos man - thanks for taking the time to share with us those fantastic hidden gems. Keep up the good work - your KZbin channel will continue to grow !!!

[@FlyFishDan]

Thank you, will do! I appreciate you taking the time to watch! Cheers!

[@bigron8346]

That place looks incredible!!

[@FlyFishDan]

It really is - let's hope the recent hot weather and fires doesn't completely ruin things. Tough summer so far.

[@charlieboutin3341]

This is not fun at all 😂 Great entertainment. I liked the hat. Thanks again Dan! Fish On! 🎣

[@FlyFishDan]

Thank you Charlie! Not fun at all...Lol

[@Paulpoission]

I love the St Joe.

[@FlyFishDan]

Me too - pretty amazing fishery

[@Paulpoission]

The fish are delightfully uneducated

[@FlyFishDan]

@@Paulpoission Lol - well said!

[@m00nchildblues]

Great video!! My family and I are going to Idaho end of August, any recommendations near st Marie's area? Thanks and appreciate it Dan!

[@FlyFishDan]

Thank you! Normally I would suggest the Saint Joe River and some of it's small tributaries. From what I understand (from a local guide) the river system is in trouble with low water, warm temps and the fires. I would reach out to the local fly shop in Avery for some advise. Good luck! Cheers!

[@jlokanis]

Nice coffee montage. Channeling your inner Peter McKinnon? :-)

[@FlyFishDan]

I know right! Lol ...my coffee was just boring ol' Seattle's Best :)

[@jlokanis]

@@FlyFishDan Beats my Costco coffee...

[@FlyFishDan]

@@jlokanis Lol - I've tried that too...not too bad :))

[@jlokanis]

Hey Dan, I was at the same spot about a week after you. The fishing was decent during the day, but right around 8pm it was just nuts with 10-20 fish constantly rising within casting distance. Did you fish the evenings too? Was it too dark to film?

[@FlyFishDan]

Awesome! That spot is sooooo good! (shhhhhh) ;) I did fish the area right up to dusk...I was balancing fishing and filming - I took some time just for myself and stepson to enjoy fly fishing without the distraction during our 5 day trip (which as awesome). Cheers!

[@jlokanis]

@@FlyFishDan Nice. I fished every evening until I could not see my fly. The Joe is my happy place.

[@DownstreamDownrange]

12:43 was SICK!!!!

[@FlyFishDan]

Thanks Dan!

[@fbbb6751]

Early gang 😤

[@FlyFishDan]

What does that even mean?

[@calvinraynard3652]

Hey Dan I am heading out to the Joe’s on the 10th of august and I don’t have any reservations for a camping place. Any recommendations where to camp around that time and a spot by the river to fish?

[@FlyFishDan]

That’s exciting! All of the campgrounds are first come first serve. I would drive up to Avery and head up river from there. Try Turner flats or Tin Can - A very good spot for fishing is up and down from the Walkbridge. There are also unincorporated campsites along the river if the campgrounds are full. Good luck and let me know how you do!

[@calvinraynard3652]

@@FlyFishDan thank you so much Dan!

[@calvinraynard3652]

Any flies you recommend around that time?

[@frankbyrd6726]

Fried fish. that's my dish

[@ZZZZ-zg3zb]

I am going to this area in Idaho to visit friends fir 10 days, bringing gear to fish. Any idea where to fish on St Joe river , Avery or ????

[@FlyFishDan]

Send me an email!

[@blackout6967]

Is this a repost

[@FlyFishDan]

Nope - it's not a repost. It is the long format version of the trip with a ton of unseen footage. I generally post an 5-8 minute video for entertainment...then a longer format video for those that want a longer experience. Be well and cheers!

[@blackout6967]

@@FlyFishDan oh ok thanks