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The Waters
Elk River
The Elk River is known as one of the most pristine and premier dry fly fisheries in the world. Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, the Elk River originates from the Elk Lakes, located in the most South Eastern part of British Columbia. A spectacular freestone river filled with deep pools, dancing riffles, and various back channels that are known to have anglers hidden away for hours in the glory of their own environment.
Wigwam River
Located deep in the back country, the Wigwam River, is one of the most beautiful rivers in existance. This amazing river gives anglers a lesson in balance between nature and beauty. Crystal clear water flows over vibrantly colored rocks creating the perfect mountain setting. Untamed and natural the Wigwam is a magical place full of big boulders, log jams and deep pools. The hatches have been known to "go off", bringing willing cutthroat and cut-bows to the surface regardless of the weather conditions.
Michel Creek
Michel Creek is probably one of the finest walk n' wade cutthroat streams in North America. A small and intimate tributary of the Elk River, it is well known for having a healthy population of surprisingly large cutthroat. Big Boulders and log jam structure make this creek a great place to test your accuracy and skill. If you time it just right you may get to experience one of the many great hatches that come off this amazing stretch of water The angler must match the hatch in order to outsmart these fish.
Fording River
To those that have fished it, the Fording is known as the magical river that flows into the Elk. Situated in a tight valley with a cold mountain river running through the middle, stretches of this river will exceed your expectations with the quality and size of fish. The Fording River is crystal clear and will test the anglers ability to hunt their catch. The visual backdrops of this pristine walk and wade stream will ensure you have an amazing day while catching beautiful wild westslope cutthroat trout.
Bull River
Located on the west side of our mountain range, the Bull River is a spectacular cold mountain stream filled with cutties. Once your back up in behind the valley, you feel like your the only one that's ever been there. If your looking for the entire mountain experence filled with unparrallel views and some great fishing , hit the Bull River with one of our guides for a wilderness adventure. While fishing the Bull River rarely do we see other anglers however your chances of seeing Elk, Moose, Mountain Goats and Bears are excellent!
Flathead River
National Geographic Magazine calls the Flathead River Valley "The Crown of the Continent". Tucked deep into BC’s southeast corner the valleys of the Flathead River Basin are home to many threatened and endangered species. The Flathead River is one of those rivers that is truly off the beaten path and is a tempting day trip for any angler. There are a number of fish to target as the river holds a healthy population of Bull Trout, Cutthroat, Rainbow,and Mountain Whitefish.
St. Mary River
The St.Mary River is located only about an hour away from Fernie and this beautiful stream is a perfect combination of spectacular scenery and great fishing. The fishing on the St.Mary is generally best in July and August throwing dry flies to the hungry cutties. Westslope Cutthroat are native to the river along with bull trout but over the past few years more and more rainbows have been finding their way into the system. The solitude of this river combined with excellent dry fly fishing makes it a favorite for many of our returning clients and friends.
Kootenay River
The Kootenay River is the uppermost major tributary of the Columbia River, flowing through British Columbia, Montana and Idaho. As all the major streams in the Kootenay Valley empty into this river, it is best fished in April and May before runoff. Hosting one of the best Mothers Day hatches anywhere, the Kootenay River is a great early season fishery. The River Banks Boil with rising cutthroat and Bull trout chase after streamers ripping through deep pockets. Since the water level is so low and clear at that time of year many of these huge trout are caught on small streamers and nymphs.
The Bow River - Alberta
The Bow River is a blue ribbon fishery and is recognized as one of the finest Rainbow and Brown trout streams in North America. With its headwaters located in the Rocky Mountains the river flows eastward towards the Central Plains bisecting the city of Calgary, Alberta.
Crowsnest River - Alberta
The Crowsnest River is a classic Rainbow Trout river located along the contintenal divide in SW Alberta, only a 45 minute drive from Fernie. Meandering through the eastern foothills of the Canadian Rockies, the Crowsnest River is a small walk n' wade stream full of healthy & wise rainbows reaching the 20+ inch range. As most call it "the Crow" this quaint river has over 1500 trout per mile and quite the reputation for hosting remarkable hatches. This river is crossable in most sections and is known for fast riffles, pools and sight fishing for big fish along high banks.
Still Waters
***NEWS FLASH*** May 15th and 16th we will have Brian Chan presenting his Still Water Seminar in Fernie. Look back for more details soon.
