Shepp Ranch Guided Fishing Trips ~ Salmon River Fishing

Don Wisdom lands a beautiful native fish on the Main Salmon River

Shepp Ranch offers a variety of fishing opportunities. During spring and fall we fish for steelhead. In the summer, Idaho fishing trips on the Salmon River are one of our more popular guest ranch activities.

During the summer, we offer great small stream fly-fishing. Crooked Creek runs right through the ranch, offering miles of water to explore right from your cabin door. Most fish caught are small steelhead smolts (rainbows), along with some larger cutthroat trout. There are also several other streams to fish within a short jetboat ride from the ranch. These streams are very productive. And while the fish are not huge, the plentiful action makes for enjoyable fishing.

During early spring and late fall we fish for steelhead on the Salmon River using two jetboats. Depending on the time of year, we use spin or casting rods to drift bait or pull plugs. Fishing from the boats is productive, and provides a great opportunity to visit with friends, as you fish in a spectacular wilderness setting. The Salmon River Canyon is the second deepest gorge in North America. The rugged, rocky canyon walls provide dramatic scenery as you spend your days on the river. During spring wildlife is abundant in the canyon. It is common to see elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and occasionally black bear offering great opportunity for wildlife and bird photography. Few places offer steelhead fishing in such a beautiful, remote setting. There is nothing quite like hooking into a 30″ steelhead while fishing in the beautiful Salmon River Canyon. Many of our guests initially come to Shepp Ranch just to fish, but they come back year after year because of the unique experience of fishing in this area. For pictures of our 2008 Spring steelhead see our Photo Album!

With the nearest road 15 miles away, Shepp Ranch is truly a remote wilderness lodge. Access is provided either by jetboat or by light aircraft. We have comfortable cabins on the banks of the Salmon River with accommodations for up to 16 guests. All meals are prepared fresh, and served family style in our dining room. After a day of fishing, you can relax in our lodge, or enjoy some peace and quiet soaking in the hot tub overlooking the river.

2010 Rates

Steelhead Fishing
Guided, $310/person/day, 2 day minimum
February 27-March 31, October 1-November 23

Cast and Blast -Chukar/Steelhead Combo
September 20-October 1

Trout Fishing
Part of your Guest Ranch vacation