August trout stocking schedule for the Salmon Region

Before the kids head back to school, it’s a perfect time to grab your fishing gear and go fishing. 

Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock over 12,640 catchable-sized (10 to 12-inch) rainbow trout at the following location in August.     

Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler safety concerns); dates may change due to weather or staffing constraints.

Fishing for stocked rainbow trout, particularly in community ponds, is a great way to introduce new anglers to the sport by using simple (and relatively thrifty) set-ups like worm/marshmallow combinations or commercial baits like Power Bait or Crave, either near the bottom or below a bobber.  The Learn to Fish webpage offers diagrams for basic bait rigs and more. 

Anglers can find more detailed information on each of these waters, including maps, facilities, species present, stocking records, and fishing rules by visiting the Fishing Planner on Fish and Game’s website. 

Most Idaho waters are open to fishing year-round, but some may have slightly different rules.  Be sure to pick up a 2022-2024 Idaho Fishing Seasons and Rules Booklet, which outlines season dates, special regulations and bag limits at any Idaho Fish and Game offices or most sporting goods stores statewide.