Chinook Salmon Fishing
Chinook Salmon are one of the more popular sport fish across the western states due to their large size, hard fighting ability, and excellent table fare.
Chinook returning to Idaho are classified into three groups or “runs” – spring, summer and fall Chinook – based on when they begin their migration upstream to spawn. Most fish range from 12 to 20 pounds, but fish over 30 pounds are caught each year. Due to the different times Chinook salmon enter Idaho, fishing opportunities can often be found from May through October.
Seasons and rules are set annually because the number of Chinook returning to Idaho can vary greatly from year to year. Many factors influence seasons, such as collecting enough fish for spawning and providing different communities with the opportunity to harvest fish. Use the Seasons and Rules page to find maps of each fishing zone.
News
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F&G Commission approves summer Chinook seasons to start June 18
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 - 10:06 AM MDT
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Salmon Season Update: 6/22/2022
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 - 4:55 PM MDT
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Remainder of Lower Salmon River set to close for Chinook fishing June 26
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 - 9:26 AM MDT
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June 21, 2022 – South Fork Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 - 4:19 PM MDT
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Weekly Salmon Fishing Update – June 15, 2022
Thursday, June 16, 2022 - 2:22 PM MDT
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Upper Salmon River Summer Chinook Fishery Update - 6/15/2022
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 11:45 AM MDT