Fishing Seasons and Rules

Official seasons and rules for fishing in Idaho

2022 - 2024 Idaho Fishing Seasons and Rules

– Full booklet, pages 1-68, [PDF, 6.7 MB] – First Edition

The 2022 - 2024 Idaho Fishing Seasons and Rules booklet is available as a full download, or by section below.

2022-2024 Sections:

Contact Info, Table of Contents
– Pages 4 -7, [PDF, 700 KB]
Region Maps and Special Rules Waters
- Panhandle
  – Pages 8-11, [PDF, 535 KB]
- Clearwater
  – Pages 12-16, [PDF, 810 KB]
- Southwest
  – Pages 17-21, [PDF, 1,030 KB]
- Magic Valley
  – Pages 22-28, [PDF, 1,207KB]
- Southeast
  – Pages 29-32, [PDF, 578 KB]
- Upper Snake
  – Pages 33-37, [PDF, 805 KB]
- Salmon
  – Pages 38-40, [PDF, 505 KB]
Steelhead and Salmon Information
– Pages 41-46, [PDF, 606 KB]

Steelhead anglers:

Steelhead seasons are as printed in the brochure. Keep in mind, seasons can change quickly. View our steelhead seasons and rules page for additional information.
Download steelhead section Steelhead Seasons Page
General Fishing Information
– Pages 47-57, [PDF, 750 KB]
Fish Identification
– Pages 58-61, [PDF, 388 KB]
Residency Requirements, Fees
– Pages 62-67, [PDF, 466 KB]
Fish Consumption Advisory
– Page 68, [PDF, 239 KB]

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.

Other Rules Information

Agency Guidance Documents - A transparency resource center for agency policies, procedures, interpretations, and/or guidance documents.

News

July trout stocking schedule for the Southeast Region

Friday, July 1, 2022 - 1:52 PM MDT

Grab your fishing pole, pack the cooler, and don’t forget your fishing license! Over 11,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout are headed to various southeast Idaho fisheries during July. Fish on!

Southeast Region Fishing Family Fishing Waters Fish Stocking and Schedules Fishing Seasons and Rules Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Idaho Fish and Game hosting public meeting to discuss proposed St. Charles Creek rotenone treatment

Tuesday, June 14, 2022 - 12:11 PM MDT

Previous restoration efforts benefitting cutthroat trout recovery in Bear Lake have involved rotenone treatments to eliminate nonnative brook and rainbow trout. Fishery managers are interested in what the public thinks about application of this same management concept to the lake's largest tributary, St. Charles Creek. Have questions? Comments? Consider attending the public meeting scheduled for the end of June!

Southeast Region Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) Brook Trout (Salvelinus fontinalis)
Catch more trout (or your first) with these 10 time-tested tips

Monday, May 23, 2022 - 3:50 PM MDT

One of the best things about spring trout fishing is that anglers of all ages and experience levels can enjoy it, and Idaho Fish and Game will stock about 450,000 catchable trout throughout the state during May alone, and hundreds of thousands more throughout summer and fall.

Fishing Family Fishing Waters Fishing Seasons and Rules
F&G hosting "Fish Idaho Fest - McCall" on June 10

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 - 1:19 PM MDT

If you are interested in learning about and getting more involved with fisheries and aquatic resources management in the McCall area, and having some fun while you are at it, mark your calendars for June 10, 2022 and join Idaho Fish and Game and our various partners for “Fish Idaho Fest - McCall.”

Southwest Region Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules
Anglers are reminded of boating restrictions at some Preston area reservoirs

Friday, May 6, 2022 - 5:44 PM MDT

Before you head out to your favorite reservoir in the Southeast Region for some fishing fun, take note. Fish and Game may have removed some motor restrictions for anglers... but that doesn't mean the local water managers don't have their own rules to follow! Know before you go!

Southeast Region Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules
Southeast Idaho anglers, remember these regulation changes as you break out the fishing gear

Monday, April 25, 2022 - 12:08 PM MDT

If you like fishing in the Southeast Region, check out these latest changes to motor restrictions and fishing regulations.

Southeast Region Fishing Family Fishing Waters Enforcement Fishing Seasons and Rules Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) Cutthroat Trout Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu) Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides)
The opportunity to fish for some of the state’s biggest bass is now (and you don’t need to be a seasoned tournament pro to have a successful outing)

Thursday, March 31, 2022 - 10:08 AM MDT

While both largemouth and smallmouth bass can be targeted during the majority of the calendar year, the first few weeks of April as water temperatures begin to rise marks perhaps the most exciting time to target trophy bass. All it takes is a little understanding of a bass’s habitat, their spawning cycle, water temperature dynamics and directions to a nearby fishery. Put it all together and you get a recipe for one heck of a weekend fishing for America’s most popular game fish.

Fishing Fishing Seasons and Rules Family Fishing Waters Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu) Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides)

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