Approximately 38,100 catchable-sized rainbow trout will be stocked in area waters in October
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game's Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 38,100 10-12'' catchable-sized rainbow trout in October. The stocking date and number 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 | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 300 |
| Freedom Park Pond | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 500 |
| Filer Kids Pond & Filer Pond | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 450 |
| Centennial Park Pond | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 550 |
| Burley Pond | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 2,000 |
| Dog Creek Reservoir | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 5,000 |
| Emerald Lake | Sep 29-Oct 3 | 750 |
| Blair Trail Fishing Pond | Oct 6-10 | 2,000 |
| Filer Kids Pond & Filer Pond | Oct 6-10 | 450 |
| Freedom Park Pond | Oct 6-10 | 1,000 |
| Crystal Springs Lake | Oct 13-17 | 600 |
| Niagara Springs | Oct 13-17 | 500 |
| Lake Walcott | Oct 20-24 | 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 around $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 2025-2025 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.