Chinook Salmon seasons to end in parts of Clearwater and Salmon Rivers in coming days

The North Fork Clearwater River will close to all Chinook salmon fishing the end of fishing hours on June 10. In addition, all sections of the lower Salmon River downstream of Vinegar Creek will close to all Chinook salmon fishing at the end of fishing hours Thursday, June 11. Chinook salmon seasons continue on the Clearwater River upstream from the Orofino Bridge, South Fork Clearwater, Middle Fork Clearwater, Little Salmon, Lochsa, and Snake rivers. The upper Salmon River opens June 13, while the South Fork Salmon River opens June 19th. Anglers are reminded that changes to seasons or limits may be implemented on short notice. For current information on Idaho’s salmon seasons and fishing rules, visit the Fish and Game website at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=140, or call the Salmon Hotline at 1-855-287-2702.