river in British Columbia, CAN
A clear tributary of the Kootenay near Cranbrook, the St. Mary is a quality wild westslope cutthroat and bull trout stream with exceptional dry-fly water and mountain whitefish. Located in B.C. Region 4 (Kootenay).
St. Mary River is a river in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing St. Mary River can target species including Bull Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Mountain Whitefish. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on St. Mary River.
Make sure you're fishing legally at St. Mary River. A fishing license is required across most of CAN, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at St. Mary River:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at St. Mary River:
Anglers at St. Mary River can target species including Bull Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Mountain Whitefish. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of CAN. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for St. Mary River before you cast a line.
St. Mary River is a river in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.