About

South Fork Lodge is the West’s premiere fly fishing destination for discerning anglers who want to chase trophy wild trout while enjoying all the trappings of a classic American fly fishing lodge.

Steeped in fly fishing history, the lodge is now owned and operated by renowned fly fishing guide and outfitter Oliver White and award-winning entertainer Jimmy Kimmel.

Newly remodeled and thoughtfully expanded to exacting standards, the lodge is the perfect home base for anglers visiting the South Fork of the Snake River, the best dry-fly river in America, hands down.

Located right on the river in gorgeous Conant Valley, Idaho, the lodge is within easy reach of both Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Jackson Hole, Wyo., both of which offer daily air service from a number of U.S. hubs. Getting to the lodge is easy.

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The Fishing

South Fork Lodge is situated on a scenic bend of the South Fork of the Snake River, the most celebrated dry fly river in America. From early season Blue-winged Olive hatches, to the river’s epic stonefly hatch in early summer to “hopper season” in late summer and into fall, the top water fishing options are many.

Accommodations

Most guests visiting Swan Valley come for the fabled dry fly fishing on the South Fork of the Snake River. When they experience the comfort, beauty and all-around excellence offered at the South Fork Lodge, they’ll remember their trip to eastern Idaho as an adventure that can’t be found anywhere else.

Lodge & Cuisine

Situated on the banks of the South Fork of the Snake River in Swan Valley, Idaho, South Fork Lodge is a blue ribbon trout-fishing destination. Top-notch service, unmatched amenities and unexpectedly fine dining and drinks await anglers making the journey to America’s dry fly fishing mecca.