Killgore Adventures
Status: enriched
Captain Kurt Killgore has been guiding on the Snake River and Hells Canyon near White Bird, Idaho for 21 years, building expertise across the region's diverse fisheries. He targets steelhead during spring and early summer runs, trophy sturgeon year-round, brown trout on technical water, and seasonal salmon and bass throughout the canyon system. Operating from Pittsburg Landing, Killgore navigates both drift boats and jet boats to access remote stretches of the Snake River, Salmon River, and tributary creeks including Kirby Creek, offering clients the full spectrum of Pacific Northwest river fishing.
Details
- Species: Sturgeon, Steelhead, Australian Bass, Brown Trout
- Tags: Intermediate, Advanced, First-Time Anglers, Drift Boat, Fly Fishing, Spin Fishing, Wade Fishing, Spring, Summer, Autumn, Streamer, Family Friendly, Full Day, Wade Trip, Float Trip, Charter, Instructional, Catch & Release, Gear Provided, Flies / Lures Provided, Freshwater
- Credentials: uscg_license — USCG
Waters Serviced (1)
| Destination | Type |
|---|---|
| Idaho | state |
FAQ — Killgore Adventures
Raw guide data (JSON)
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