Approximately 37,550 rainbow trout will be stocked in October
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 37,550 10-12” catchable-sized rainbow trout in October. All stocking dates 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 Water | Week to be Stocked | Number to be Stocked |
| Salmon Falls Creek | September 30 - October 4 | 300 |
| Freedom Park Pond | September 30 - October 4 | 500 |
| Filer Kids Pond & Filer Pond | September 30 - October 4 | 450 |
| Burley Pond | September 30 - October 4 | 2,000 |
| Dog Creek Reservoir | September 30 - October 4 | 5,000 |
| Emerald Lake | September 30 - October 4 | 750 |
| Niagara Springs | September 30 - October 4 | 250 |
| Crystal Springs Lake | September 30 - October 4 | 300 |
| Blair Trail Fishing Pond | October 7 - 11 | 2,000 |
| Filer Kids Pond & Filer Pond | October 7 - 11 | 450 |
| Freedom Park Pond | October 7 - 11 | 1,000 |
| Niagara Springs | October 14 - 18 | 250 |
| Crystal Springs Lake | October 14 - 18 | 300 |
| Lake Walcott | October 21 - 25 | 24,000 |
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 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.
Need a little help reading Idaho's fishing regulations? Click here to view a short video on how to use the fishing season and rules book.