Most capped elk zone tags go on sale at 10 a.m. MDT July 8; Sawtooth Zone tags on July 10

All capped elk zones, other than the Sawtooth Elk Zone, will go on sale on July 8 at 10 a.m. MDT. Half of the Sawtooth Elk Zone tags go on sale at Fish and Game offices and license vendor locations on July 10 at 10 a.m. MDT. The other half of the Sawtooth Elk Zone tags go on sale online and over the phone at (800) 554-8685 at 1 p.m. MDT.

Found a bat in your home? Don't panic, here are steps to protect yourself and the bat

In most cases, bat encounters are harmless situations where the bat will leave on its own. In other situations, you—or someone else—may have to intervene. Here’s what to do if you encounter a bat indoors, or in other closed spaces, and when to contact a health care professional to ensure you're protected from rabies.

Gaiser Ranch Shooting Area on Craig Mountain WMA Temporarily Closed Due to Dry Conditions

Due to dry conditions, Idaho Fish and Game has closed the Gaiser Ranch shooting area, at the end of Redbird Road. It will be reopened in the fall once wetter conditions make it safe for shooting. Just a reminder, all parking areas on Craig Mountain WMA are closed for shooting due to high traffic use.

2026 Dworshak Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Update

In 2026 anglers can expect continued opportunities to catch high numbers of smallmouth bass, with the potential for improved trophy fishing as well. The increasing number of juvenile bass observed during electrofishing surveys suggests there is plenty of 10–15-inch fish available to anglers seeking consistent action and high catch rates.

2026 Dworshak Reservoir Kokanee Update

Looking ahead to 2026, anglers can expect more adult kokanee to be available than were present in 2025. However, fish will likely be somewhat smaller, averaging approximately 9–10 inches in length.

Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery update - 6/23/2026

June 23, 2026 South Fork Salmon River Chinook Update

Idaho Falls angler lands 43.25-inch lake trout…and returns to the Idaho record books

An Idaho Falls angler miraculously reeled in a new state catch-and-release record lake trout and, even more unbelievably, was able to hoist it up into the boat. Dylan Smith — the lucky angler in question — was fishing on Payette Lake in McCall on May 2 when a 43.25-inch lake trout took the line for a sprint.