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

Hunters should check for wildfires in their hunting areas before their trips

Friday, August 17, 2018 - 2:16 PM MDT

Large fires are currently burning in Central and North Idaho and are likely to be burning when archery season opens at the end of August. Fires have created large closure areas that will temporarily curb hunters’ access to some areas.

Fire Information Big Game Hunting Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region
Fires May Affect Your Hunting Plans

Wednesday, August 15, 2018 - 8:26 AM MDT

Fires May Affect Your Hunting Plans

Panhandle Region
F&G attempting to trap young grizzly that raided chicken coops in North Idaho

Monday, August 13, 2018 - 4:58 PM MDT

Idaho Fish and Game is currently attempting to trap a grizzly bear that has been spotted several times in North Idaho around Garwood, Chilco and Athol. The bear is likely a sub-adult, based on photos that have been viewed by Fish and Game biologists.

Panhandle Region Grizzly Bear or Brown Bear (Ursus arctos)
Fish And Game implements fire restrictions on lands it owns or manages

Thursday, August 2, 2018 - 11:18 AM MDT

Restrictions apply to campfires, smoking, and more. Fireworks and exploding targets are always illegal on F&G lands.

Fire Information Southwest Region Southeast Region Clearwater Region Upper Snake Region Magic Valley Region Panhandle Region Salmon Region
Enjoy encounters with mountain goats, but keep a safe distance

Friday, July 13, 2018 - 5:31 PM MDT

People are reminded that mountain goats are wild animals and should be approached with caution and respect.

Panhandle Region Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus)
Be bear aware this huckleberry season

Thursday, July 12, 2018 - 2:33 PM MDT

Bears love huckleberries even more than us and rely on them as a primary food source this time of year. So when you head to your favorite huckleberry spot, keep them in mind and be prepared if you encounter one.

Panhandle Region Dwarf Huckleberry (Vaccinium caespitosum) Oval-leaf Huckleberry (Vaccinium ovalifolium) Square-twigged Huckleberry (Vaccinium membranaceum)
2018 deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear, and turkey controlled hunt drawing results available

Friday, July 6, 2018 - 10:09 AM MDT

Hunters can check to see if they drew controlled hunt tags for deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear, and turkey. Results are posted through Fish and Game's licensing system at https://idfg.idaho.gov/buy-online for those who already have an account.

Licenses, tags, and permits Controlled Hunt Results Information Big Game Seasons and Rules Hunting Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region Elk hunting Deer Hunting Controlled Hunt Results Information White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus) Elk (Cervus canadensis) Black Bear (Ursus americanus) Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)

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

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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