We often receive calls from anglers who are in search of quality dry fly fishing for wild trout on less crowded, scenic North American freestone rivers. A seemingly simple request but in today’s competitive world this quintessential experience has become increasingly hard to come by. Over the years we have directed anglers to the Elk River Guiding Company located in Fernie, British Columbia. They specialize in drift and wade fishing on the waters of Southeastern British Columbia and Southern Alberta where anglers can enjoy the magic of exceptional dry fly streams.
Elk River Guiding Company offers customized itineraries throughout these areas. Some of their favorite rivers include the Elk, Wigwam, Oldman, Crow, and other local tributaries. Anglers can choose from a wide variety of quality accommodations and fishing scenarios targeting browns, rainbows, westslope cutthroats and bull trout. Elk River’s most popular packages run from three to six days and can cover as much or as little country as desired. This is a great destination for couples and hardcore trout hunters alike. Numerous non-angling activities are available for those who would like to take in the region’s superb scenery.
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 2010 Rates:
$3,600 CAD per person for a 6 Night / 5 Day fishing package at Trout Post Lodge plus HST.
Pricing depends on length of stay and selected accommodations
British Columbia