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Rainbow trout stocking schedule for February 2025 in the Magic Valley Region

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Approximately 6,850 catchable rainbow trout will be stocked in area waters in February

Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 6,850 10-12” catchable-sized rainbow trout in February. The stocking date and numbers of fish are approximate.

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.

Body of WaterWeek to be StockedNumber to be Stocked
Crystal Springs LakeFebruary 10-14    300
Niagara Springs February 10-14    250
Filer Kids Pond & Filer PondFebruary 10-14    450
Freedom Park PondFebruary 10-14    500
Hagerman WMA Oster Lake #1February 24-282,000
Hagerman WMA Oster Lake #2February 24-28    450
Hagerman WMA Oster Lake #3February 24-28    450
Hagerman WMA Oster Lake #4February 24-28    450
Hagerman WMA Riley Creek PondFebruary 24-281,000
Crystal Springs LakeFebruary 24-28    300
Niagara Springs February 24-28    250
Filer Kids Pond & Filer PondFebruary 24-28    450

For maps of these Idaho fishing locations and other angling destinations please visit the Fish Planner.

All you need to get started is a fishing license and some basic tackle. Annual adult fishing licenses cost around $30, Junior licenses (ages 14-17) cost $16, and youth under 14 fish for free. Click here to buy a license.

Most Idaho waters are open to fishing year-round, but some may have slightly different rules. 

Be sure to pick up a new 2025-2027 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.