Fishing Seasons and Rules

Seasons and rules for fishing in Idaho, including salmon and steelhead

2016 - 2018 Fishing Seasons and Rules

Steelhead anglers. A bag limit reduction is in effect. The printed brochures and PDF below do not reflect the changes.

– Full booklet, pages 1-64, [PDF, 5.8 MB] – Third Edition

Notice: Fees and rules may change. It is your responsibility to be aware of changes since these seasons and rules were printed. Please see the fee schedules in the License, Tag and Permit Fees section for current prices.

Sections:

Contact Info, Table of Contents
– Pages 1-7, [PDF, 806 KB]
Region Maps and Special Rules Waters
- Panhandle
  – Pages 8-11, [PDF, 640 KB]
- Clearwater
  – Pages 12-15, [PDF, 550 KB]
- Southwest
  – Pages 16-20, [PDF, 552 KB]
- Magic Valley
  – Pages 21-26, [PDF, 718 KB]
- Southeast
  – Pages 27-30, [PDF, 346 KB]
- Upper Snake
  – Pages 31-35, [PDF, 597 KB]
- Salmon
  – Pages 36-38, [PDF, 340 KB]
Steelhead and Salmon Information
– Pages 39-43, [PDF, 497 KB]
- Chinook Salmon Seasons and Rules
General Fishing Information
– Pages 44-55, [PDF, 790 KB]
Fish Identification
– Pages 56-59, [PDF, 313 KB]
Residency Requirements, Fees
– Pages 60-64, [PDF, 563 KB]

Other Rules Information

Idaho's Amphibians and Reptiles – Rules for collection, possession and permitting – [PDF, 650 KB]

News

See the changes to fishing rules for 2019-21 seasons

Friday, November 16, 2018 - 3:53 PM MST

The Idaho Fish and Game commission set seasons and rules for the 2019-21 fishing seasons at its Nov. 14 meeting in Coeur d'Alene. New rules to take effect Jan. 1 are as follows:

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Attention Anglers: give your comments on proposed fishing rules and statewide fish management plan

Friday, September 7, 2018 - 11:26 AM MDT

Idaho Fish and Game is seeking public comments on a new set of proposed fishing rules for 2019, and a new draft of its six-year, statewide Fisheries Management Plan. Idaho fishing seasons and rules are approved by the Idaho Fish and Game Commission every three years, and the commission is scheduled to set new rules in November. All public comments must be received by Oct. 7.

Fishing Panhandle Region Clearwater Region Southwest Region Magic Valley Region Southeast Region Upper Snake Region Salmon Region Fishing Seasons and Rules
Draft Fisheries Management Plan 2019-2024 Comment Opportunity

Friday, September 7, 2018 - 10:30 AM MDT

The Department is asking for public comment on draft proposed changes to the 2019-2024 Fisheries Management Plan. This planning document describes the policy direction for the state’s fisheries program for the next six years from 2019 to 2024.

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Southeast Region - Draft Proposals for 2019-2021 Fishing Seasons and Rules

Friday, September 7, 2018 - 10:26 AM MDT

There are four total proposals: four daily bag limit changes are listed below. Please address the changes you'd like to in the appropriate space. General comments within the region can be listed above the Contact Information space.

Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules Southeast Region
Upper Snake Region - Draft Proposals for 2019-2021 Fishing Seasons and Rules

Friday, September 7, 2018 - 10:26 AM MDT

There are four total proposals: four daily bag limit changes are listed below. Please address the changes you'd like to in the appropriate space. General comments within the region can be listed above the Contact Information space.

Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules Upper Snake Region
Salmon Region - Draft Proposals for 2019-2021 Fishing Seasons and Rules

Friday, September 7, 2018 - 10:26 AM MDT

There is one total proposals: one daily bag limit change is listed below. Please address the changes you'd like to in the appropriate space. General comments within the region can be listed above the Contact Information space.

Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules Salmon Region
Statewide Free Fishing Dates - Draft Proposals for 2019-2021 Fishing Seasons and Rules

Friday, September 7, 2018 - 10:26 AM MDT

Overview Fishing seasons in Idaho are established within administrative regions.

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Current fishing seasons and rules booklet

IDFG

The Rules Brochures

Online rules brochures are created in PDF file format. They are produced to keep the online display as close as possible to the printed version.

Printed copies of the rules brochure can be picked up, without charge, at local license vendors or by calling 208-334-3700 to receive a copy by mail.

To view Idaho Fish and Game administrative rules and code, visit the Office of Administrative Rules on the Idaho Department of Administration website.

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