Elk River Guiding Company  British Columbia
We often receive calls from anglers who are in search of quality dry fly fishing for wild trout on uncrowned, scenic North American freestone rivers. It sounds so simple, but in today’s competitive world this quintessential experience has become increasingly hard to come by. For the past several years we have directed much of this traffic to Elk Creek Guiding Company located in Fernie, British Columbia. Elk Creek Guiding Company specializes in drift and wade fishing on the waters of Southeastern BC and Southern Alberta. Some of his favorite rivers include the Oldman, Crow, and Elk, but Russ also sets up trips on the Bow River and numerous streams in the greater Banff area. They offer customized itineraries throughout these areas. Anglers can choose from a wide variety of quality accommodations and fishing scenarios targeting browns, rainbows, west slope cutthroats and bull trout. His most popular packages run from three to six days and can cover as much or as little country as desired. This is a great trip for couples and hardcore trout hunters alike. Numerous non-angling activities are available for those who would rather take in the region’s superb scenery than enjoy the magic of these exceptional dry fly streams. Elk River Guiding Company is located in Fernie British Columbia. They specialize in drift and wade fishing the waters of Southeastern B.C. and Southern Alberta. Their home river is the Elk. With an estimated 5,000+ fish per mile, the Elk River system has a tremendous population of indigenous Westslope Cutthroat Trout. A combination of the number of fish, the aggressive nature of the species and the guiding approach, provides beginners and experts alike with some of the best dry fly fishing in Canada! The Elk provides seven separate days of drift boat fishing and countless walk and wade tributaries to explore. Two of their other favorites are the Oldman and the Crow. There is no set “fishing lodge” in the area however we have numerous options ranging simple hotels to fine lodges such as Island Lake that offer fully catered meals. This is great trip for couples and hardcore trout hunters alike. Peak months are from mid-July through September.
Elk River Guiding Company Travel:
Elk River trips are based out of Fernie in Southeastern British Columbia. To get to Fernie you will need to fly into Cranbrook, BC (1 hour drive), Calgary, Alberta (3.5 hour drive), or Kalispell, Montana (2.5 hour drive). Guests will need to rent a car in one of the above towns and drive to Fernie and their selected accommodation. Once there Russ will arrange to have guides pick up anglers at there accommodation each morning.
Elk River Guiding Company Documentation:
A valid passport is needed to enter Canada and also reenter the United States. Note: Passports need to be valid for at least 6 months past your travel date.
Elk River Guiding Company Climate:
Temperatures typically range from the mid 50’s to the mid 90’s. In the summer it is usually quite warm during the day and cool in the evening. However, it is important for guests to be prepared for cold rainy conditions throughout the season.
Elk River Guiding Company Season:
July – September
Elk River Guiding Company Fish Species:
West slope cutthroat, rainbow, brown, and bull trout
Elk River Guiding Company Lodge Capacity:
8 anglers
Elk River Guiding Company 2008 Rates:
Pricing depends on length of stay and selected accommodations.
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