Fish salvage order issued for Karolyn’s Pond

Winners announced for second 2026 Super Hunt drawing

Winners can participate in any open hunt in the state for the species that they drew, including general hunts and controlled hunts, in addition to any general season or controlled hunt tags they also hold.

Fire and Fall Hunting: What Idaho hunters need to know

A wildfire does not necessarily mean a hunt is lost. In many cases, hunters can find another open portion of their hunt area or wait until later in the season when conditions improve and restrictions are lifted.

F&G seeks information regarding cow elk shot and wasted in Unit 11A

Anyone who was in this area between Aug. 3 and 4 or who might have seen or heard something is encouraged to pass along their information to Sr. Conservation Officer Morgan Deards 208-914-8007 or call the Citizens Against Poaching hotline at 1-800-632-5999. 

Twin Bridges Boat Ramp on the Salmon River to Close Monday, August 17

The work will require the ramp area to be occupied and unavailable for public use during that time. Boaters are asked to plan ahead and use an alternate access point.

What the Big Grass and Tartar fires mean for hunting in Southwest Idaho

Two large wildfires have burned through some of Southwest Idaho's most popular hunting units this summer, and with some early seasons opening Saturday, Aug. 15, hunters have questions. Here’s what the Big Grass and Tartar fires currently mean for hunting seasons, access, and wildlife in the region, how Idaho Fish and Game is responding, and how you can help.

IDFG receives $1.65M grant to increase hunting/angling public access

Thanks in part to a $1.65 million federal grant recently awarded to Idaho Fish and Game, hunters and anglers can look forward to more public access on private land through the Access Yes! program. As of August 2026, about 328,000 acres of private property are enrolled in Access Yes!

Fish salvage order issued for Winder Reservoir in Franklin County

Idaho Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for Winder Reservoir in Franklin County, effective Aug. 14 through Oct. 31, 2026. Reservoir water levels are decreasing rapidly which will impact fish survival. An order of salvage will help maximize public use of these fish.