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 natives, such as Westslope cutthroat, rainbow, and bull trout, as well as tiger muskie, lake trout, kokanee, chinook, and bass. Nine of Idaho’s eleven big game animals can be found in North Idaho – white-tailed deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, bear, mountain lion, and wolves. The area is an outdoor enthusiasts playground.

News

The great, glorious (and free) Take Me Fishing trailer tour begins in April

Monday, April 2, 2018 - 11:23 AM MDT

Trailers will travel to waters near communities to make it easy for people to attend, and events are on weekends and after work.

Fishing Family Fishing Waters Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region Southwest Region Learn to Fish Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Skade's Jumping Slug: Idaho's Newest Wildlife Species

Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - 3:41 PM MDT

When the rut is on or the powder flies, my family drops everything and heads for the hills. Our love for the mountains inspired us to name our daughter, Skade, after the Norse goddess of winter, skiing, and bowhunting; Skaði. Like all parents, we’re excited to share our passions with Skade.

State Wildlife Action Plan Wildlife Conservation and Management Idaho Watchable Wildlife Program Panhandle Region Pale Jumping-slug (Hemphillia camelus) Skade's Jumping-slug (Hemphillia skadei)
Take a youth turkey hunting, youth season open through April 14

Thursday, April 5, 2018 - 3:14 PM MDT

Turkey hunting is a great way to introduce youth to hunting. It's also a great head start for young hunters who are planning to participate in next fall's big game hunts.

Wild Turkey Hunting Upland Game, Furbearer and Turkey Seasons and Rules Regions Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)
Lake Pend Oreille "State of the Lake" Meeting - April 12th

Thursday, April 5, 2018 - 12:59 PM MDT

The resurgence of the Lake Pend Oreille fishery in recent years has provided many hours of enjoyment for anglers.

Panhandle Region
Hunter Expectations for Bighorn Sheep in Unit 54

Thursday, April 5, 2018 - 11:22 AM MDT

Magic Valley Region Bighorn Sheep Hunting Controlled Hunt Information Licenses, Tags and Permits – Nonresident Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Southeast Region Salmon Region Upper Snake Region Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis)
Enter Super Hunt drawings for Idaho's best deer, elk, moose and pronghorn hunts

Monday, April 2, 2018 - 7:25 PM MDT

2015 was Gavin Moody's second year for entering the Super Hunt drawing. He bought one entry each for deer, elk and moose. Much to his surprise, he drew the elk tag. Moody said he didn’t have a hunt in mind, but everyone he talked to recommended the Owyhee Desert and its famous elk herd that consistently produces trophy bulls.

Idaho Super Hunts! Hunting Big Game Hunting Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region
Apply for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat hunts in April

Friday, March 30, 2018 - 10:53 AM MDT

The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts runs April 1 through April 30 and applications can be made at any Fish and Game office, license vendor, by telephone, or apply online. Telephone applications may be made at (800) 554-8685. All mailed applications must be postmarked no later than April 30.

Hunting Moose, Bighorn Sheep and Mountain Goat Seasons and Rules Controlled Hunt Information Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region Moose (Alces americanus) Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus)

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

Events

May8

Fishing Trailer at Fernan Lake on 5/8/18
May10

Fishing Trailer at Hauser Lake on 5/10/18
May12

Fishing Trailer at Fernan Lake on 5/12/18
May15

Fishing Trailer at Jewel Lake on 5/15/18
May17

Fishing Trailer at Fernan Lake on 5/17/18

Location

Panhandle Regional Office

2885 W. Kathleen Ave.

Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

Videos

Forest Grouse Primer

RiverWork: The Kootenai River

Family Tradition Kokanee

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