Fishing in Idaho
Fishing
For anglers, Idaho is truly a land of opportunity and variety. From alpine valleys to lowland deserts, a dazzling array of waters await discovery.
Idaho is graced with 26,000 miles of streams and rivers, more than 3,000 natural lakes, and a quarter-million acres of ponds and reservoirs. Inhabiting those waters are 42 game fish species, from giant white sturgeon to wild trout, catfish to kokanee, and smallmouth bass to salmon and steelhead.
Most Idaho waters have year-round fishing seasons. However, many rivers and streams and some lakes have special rules and seasons. Pick up a fishing rules book, which outlines season dates, special regulations and bag limits, at all Idaho Fish and Game offices and most sporting goods stores statewide.
To fish in Idaho you need:
- A fishing license.
- Rules and regulations.
- Proper gear.
- A place to go.
News
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Weekly Salmon Fishing Update – May 18, 2022
Thursday, May 19, 2022 - 9:42 AM MDT
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Dworshak Reservoir tops state record bass once again
Friday, May 13, 2022 - 11:48 AM MDT
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F&G hosting "Fish Idaho Fest - McCall" on June 10
Tuesday, May 10, 2022 - 1:19 PM MDT
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Anglers are reminded of boating restrictions at some Preston area reservoirs
Friday, May 6, 2022 - 5:44 PM MDT
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Looking for walleye in Lake Pend Oreille? We've got you covered!
Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 3:57 PM MDT
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Fishing Planner
The Fishing Planner is an advanced tool to explore fishing opportunities in Idaho