Panhandle Region | Idaho Fish and Game

The Panhandle of Idaho boasts three of Idaho’s big lakes and fish-filled rivers. These northern waters are home to coldwater native fish like Westslope cutthroat and bull trout, as well as tiger muskie, lake trout, kokanee, chinook, and bass. Eight of Idaho’s 11 big game animals can be found in North Idaho – white-tailed and mule deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, black bear, mountain lion, and wolves. The area is an outdoor enthusiasts playground.

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Farragut Shooting Range Center will be closed Jan. 21-23

Thursday, January 20, 2022 - 4:39 PM MST

Due to a variety of factors, the Farragut Shooting Range Center will be closed Jan. 21-23

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Win prizes by participating in the new Kootenai River Angler Science Program!

Thursday, January 13, 2022 - 9:04 AM MST

Fish and Game is inviting burbot fishermen to participate in the new Kootenai River Angler Science Program to gather information that will help us manage the burbot fishery.

Panhandle Region Fishing Burbot (Lota lota)
It’s known as a ‘Kootenai leopard’ and it tastes like lobster. Introducing, the burbot

Monday, January 10, 2022 - 3:02 PM MST

It might be hard to get your friends out fishing with you this winter, but tickle their fancy with tales of a freshwater cod that looks more like an eel than a trout, and you might be able to change their tune. This month’s issue of Wildlife Express takes a look at the unusual and harrowing life story of burbot, a now highly sought after sportfish that has rebounded from the help of dedicated researchers.

Wildlife Express Education Fishing Panhandle Region Burbot (Lota lota)
Farragut Shooting Range Center will be closed Jan. 7-9 and Jan. 14-16

Friday, January 7, 2022 - 6:32 AM MST

Due to extreme winter weather, staffing challenges and vehicle and machinery problems, the Farragut Shooting Range Center will be closed Jan. 7-9 and Jan. 14-16

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Extreme winter weather temporarily closes Farragut Public Shooting Range Center

Wednesday, December 29, 2021 - 2:12 PM MST

Due to extreme snow and freezing rain, Farragut Public Shooting Range Center will be closed on Friday, Jan. 7.

Farragut Public Shooting Range Public Shooting Ranges Panhandle Region
Do your part to protect wintering wildlife by leaving animals undisturbed

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 - 9:07 AM MST

Winter is a challenging season for Idaho’s wildlife, especially for big game animals that migrate to lower elevations and spend winter closer to people than during other seasons. People can help animals by leaving them undisturbed so they have a better chance to survive winter.

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Pheasant stocking is nearly done in the Panhandle and elsewhere in the state as Christmas approaches

Thursday, December 16, 2021 - 3:46 PM MST

In the Panhandle Region, pheasant will be stocked at the Boundary-Smith Creek WMA and the Lane Marsh parcel on the CDA River WMA through the week of Dec. 19.

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Elevations in the Panhandle range from 1750 feet on the Kootenai River at the Canadian border to 7709 feet in the Selkirks.

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Location

Panhandle Regional Office

2885 W. Kathleen Ave.

Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

(208) 769-1414