Idaho
St. Joe River at Calder
Location Snapshot
St. Joe River at Calder is a northern Idaho mountain river flowing through a forested valley toward Lake Coeur d'Alene. Cutthroat trout define the fishery across clear riffles, runs, and deeper pools.
Current River Rating
Fair · 58
Conditions are mixed. Review the details below before heading out.
Scores are model-specific and are not directly comparable across water types.
Partial water evidence · Medium confidence
Should I Go?
Wait
Timing Outlook
This timing outlook is informational only; current river conditions remain Fair.
Why
- Current conditions do not support a reliable fishing window.
- Water temperature is unavailable.
Favorable Factors
- Recent precipitation has been light.
- Light wind should make casting and boat control easier.
Current Readings
- Flow
- 341 CFS
- Gage Height
- 5.15 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Oct 21, 2026, 12:30 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 12414500 · Direct monitoring location
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Preliminary guidance only. Always assess current weather, access, water depth, current speed, and your own ability before entering the river.
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Weather Near Gauge
Current Weather
Partly cloudy
Temperature
70°F
Feels like
64°F
Wind
6 mph NW
Wind gust
8 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Oct 20, 2026, 4:15 PM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.00 in
Last 24 hours
0.00 in
Last 48 hours
0.00 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Tue 7 PM
Mostly clear
Temp 58°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 1 mph
Tue 11 PM
Clear
Temp 53°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Wed 3 AM
Overcast
Temp 51°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Wed 7 AM
Clear
Temp 51°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Wed 11 AM
Mostly clear
Temp 66°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 1 mph
Wed 3 PM
Overcast
Temp 75°F
Chance 2%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 4 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Tue, Oct 20
Overcast
High 71°F / Low 44°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 8 mph
Wed, Oct 21
Overcast
High 75°F / Low 50°F
Chance 3%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 10 mph
Thu, Oct 22
Overcast
High 73°F / Low 50°F
Chance 67%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 9 mph
Fri, Oct 23
Rain
High 51°F / Low 39°F
Chance 67%
Precip 0.29 in
Max gust 13 mph
Weather and rainfall are estimated for this river's coordinates. Local conditions can vary, especially in mountainous terrain and during isolated storms.
Recent rainfall can influence river flow, but the timing and magnitude depend on watershed size, soil conditions, upstream reservoirs, and dam releases.
Weather data: Open-Meteo
Historical Flow
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Fishing Overview
Wild rainbow trout are in the St. Joe River at Calder.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at St. Joe River.
Species images are AI-generated illustrations for visual reference and may simplify natural variation. Fishery records are based on the cited agency sources. About fish illustrations
Target species
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Wild
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Wild
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Dry flies
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
- Streamers
Official sources
Hatch Match
General fly suggestions
- Parachute-style dryGeneral attractor dry family — not a claim that a named mayfly is hatching.
- Pheasant-tail-style nymphGeneral nymph family for trout rivers without destination hatch timing.
- Elk-hair-style dryGeneral dry/attractor family. Pattern choice only — not a report that caddis are hatching.
- Woolly-bugger-style streamerGeneral streamer family. Not a forage or insect Hatch event.
These are general fishing suggestions, not a report of insects currently hatching at this destination.
Location and Access
USGS monitoring location
Shoshone, Idaho
The map marker represents the cataloged waterbody or monitoring location and may not indicate legal parking or public access. Confirm access through the official information before visiting.
River Details
County
Shoshone
Management Category
Wild trout river
Regulation Scope
St. Joe River at Calder.
Regulation Summary
St. Joe at Calder: IDFG Panhandle St. Joe special rules. Confirm current 2025-2027 Fishing Seasons & Rules.
Target Species
rainbow-trout
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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