Fishing in Idaho

Idaho's wild rivers and alpine lakes provide premier trout and salmon fishing. The Snake River system holds steelhead and Chinook salmon. Henry's Fork of the Snake is legendary among dry fly anglers. Lake Pend Oreille produces massive rainbow trout and bull trout. The Clearwater and Lochsa rivers offer world-class steelhead runs.

Top Species

• Steelhead
• Chinook Salmon
• Rainbow Trout
• Bull Trout
• Cutthroat Trout
• Smallmouth Bass

Top Waters

• Snake River
• Henry's Fork
• Lake Pend Oreille
• Clearwater River

Fishing Types

• Freshwater / lake / river fishing

Fishing License

Idaho Fish & Game — visit their site for current regulations and license requirements.