Josh White, manager of Fish and Game's C.J. Strike Wildlife Management Area reported on Dec. 30 there's about 4 to 5 inches of ice in the Bruneau Arm and best access is from Cottonwood Campground.
With sub-zero temperatures expected for lows around New Year's Day the ice should thicken more, but he warns people to be careful and avoid other parts of the reservoir. Many areas have not frozen and others have thin ice.
C.J. Strike offers fishing for perch, rainbow trout and more, but in most years is doesn't freeze thick enough for ice angling. This is a fairly rare treat for anglers, but White warns people to pay close attention to conditions because when temperatures warm the ice breaks down fast.