Panhandle Region

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.

News

Hunters shoot grizzly bear in self-defense in Ruby Creek drainage

Thursday, June 16, 2022 - 5:12 PM MDT

On Wednesday, June 8th, 2022, Idaho Fish and Game staff received a report that a grizzly bear had been shot by two hunters in self-defense.

Panhandle Region Grizzly Bear
Need to check in a bear, mountain lion or moose in the Panhandle? Here’s everything you need to know

Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 7:56 AM MDT

Mandatory checks for bears, mountain lions and moose are an important tool we use to understand and manage those species. The Idaho Fish and Game Panhandle Regional office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and we are ready and available to conduct mandatory checks during those hours of operation.

Panhandle Region Enforcement Big Game Hunting Black Bear Mountain Lion Moose
Walleye fishing on Lake Pend Oreille continues to yield big rewards for anglers

Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 7:52 AM MDT

The winning continues! During May 2022, two anglers each caught and turned in a reward-tagged walleye from Lake Pend Oreille by participating in the angler incentive program.

Panhandle Region Lake Pend Oreille Fisheries Fishing Walleye (Sander vitreus)
Let your kids kick off their summer by learning the basics of fly fishing on June 11

Friday, June 3, 2022 - 2:55 PM MDT

On June 11 (Free Fishing Day), Idaho Fish and Game is partnering with the Idaho Master Naturalists, Panhandle Chapter of Trout Unlimited and North 40 Outfitters Fly Shop from Ponderay to offer a Youth Fly Fishing Clinic.

Panhandle Region Education Fishing Free Fishing Day
Over 27,000 rainbow trout are headed to the Panhandle Region in June

Friday, June 3, 2022 - 1:58 PM MDT

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the fish are biting! It's time to grab your fishing gear and enjoy the nice weather! Over 27,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) rainbow trout are headed to the Panhandle Region in June.

Fish Stocking and Schedules Fish Stocking Forecasts Family Fishing Waters Fishing Panhandle Region Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Shepherd Lake fishing and boating access site in the Panhandle Region will be closed June 6-17

Friday, June 3, 2022 - 1:05 PM MDT

Idaho Fish and Game will soon begin a construction project to improve the Shepherd Lake fishing and boating access site.

Panhandle Region Fishing Hunting and Fishing Access
Reminder that grizzly bears can frequent any game management unit in the Panhandle

Friday, June 3, 2022 - 12:28 PM MDT

Spring brings lots back to life after a cold, dark winter, including grizzly bears. Idaho Fish and Game Staff in the Panhandle Region have confirmed the presence of a grizzly sow and cub in the area of Johnson Saddle in Game Management Units 4A/4.

Panhandle Region Grizzly Bear Conservation and Management Grizzly Bear