Outing Host - Scott Keenholts

Registration Fee: $50/per person 

The Selway River is renowned for its pristine waters and diverse fishing opportunities. Fishing on the Selway River is characterized by stunning natural scenery and minimal fishing pressure. It is a protected river that offers a unique experience for anglers seeking both tranquility and adventure. The Selway River offers excellent fishing, particularly for westslope cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and bull trout. 

What sets the Lochsa River apart isn’t just the quality of the fishing; it’s also the wild, untamed setting. You don’t need to hike miles into the backcountry to find success, either. Pullouts along Highway 12 offer quick access to productive water, and within two steps of the road, you’re casting to wild fish in water so clear you can see the take before you feel it. The Lochsa fisheries include westslope cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, bull trout, and brook trout.

The Lochsa and the Selway converge to form the Middle Fork of the Clearwater River. We will be staying at the 3 Rivers Resort, located at the confluence of the rivers.

Wading is relatively easy on the Selway. The Lochsa is a bit slipperier. Boats and pontoons can be used on the Clearwater. There are many tributaries worth fishing as well.  

Our campground will be in the small town of Lowell, 340 miles east of Seattle  at Three Rivers Campground located right where the Lochsa and Selway Rivers converge. Just 20 miles west is the convergence of the South and Middle Forks of the Clearwater River in the town of Kooskia. 

The resort has cabins, RV hookup sites, tent sites, and a group site. Attendees will need to call Three Rivers Resort to make their personal reservations for the type of lodging or site and the days they want (contact info below)

• 115 Selway Road   Kooksia, Idaho 83539
• 208-926-4430
• 3RiversResortii@gmail.com

Native cutthroat and bull trout are the primary catch, taking Mayflies, Caddis or Grasshoppers.  You need a well-stocked fly box to cover all of these rivers.  Wading will be easy on the Selway and Lochsa.  Boats and pontoons can be used on the Clearwater.  There are many tributaries worthy of fishing as well.  Three Rivers Campground has full facilities for comfortable tent camping as well as RV dry sites.  Gas up in Kooskia before driving 20 miles to Lowell as there are no facilities available in Lowell.

What to Bring for Fishing:  

• Idaho state fishing license
• Bring clothes for warmish daytime temperatures and chilly nights.
• Sun screen, a hat, and sunglasses
• Waders, wading boots, and wading staff
• 3-5 weight rods
• Net
• Floating lines with 4x and 5x leaders.  Bring 6x leader material if you have to put on really small flies.

What to Bring for Camping:

• Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad
• Rain gear
• Flashlight(s)
• Folding chair
• Camera
• Water Bottle

Food & Beverages:

• I will only be serving dinner on Monday-Friday. Attendees are on their own for breakfast and lunch.
• Bring your own wine, beer, or hard stuff
• You do not need to bring any cooking gear or eating utensils

Directions:

• Driving directions
• Make sure your NFA registration includes an up-to-date email address and cellphone number
  

Cancellation Deadline: Because this outing requires more extensive logistical efforts, the deadline for cancellation is 8:00 p.m. September 21st; 3 weeks prior to the outing.  If you need to cancel, please contact the Outing Host.  There will be no refunds after the cancellation deadline.