Category: Fishing
Fishing in Southeast Idaho
Native Idaho Trout are plentiful in Southeast Idaho!
Southeast Idaho is a paradise for fishermen in the winter and summer. Thirty one fishable reservoirs and many streams, creeks, and rivers are located in the 110 mile length and 105 mile breadth of this travel region. Species include Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Bull Trout, Chinook, Salmon, Kokanee Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, White Sturgeon, Mountain Whitefish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish, Bullhead Catfish, and Pumpkinseed.
Southeast Idaho Fishing Brochure (PDF)
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Bear Lake Fishing Report
IDAHO FISH AND GAME
Idaho Fish and Game stocks millions of fish in Southeast Idaho for affordable family fun. View an interactive map of family-friendly waters and easy access points.
Idaho Fish And Game Permits & Stocking and Fishing Reports
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Southeast Idaho Fishing Map, Seasons & Rules (pages 29-32)
The Idaho Fish & Game Fishing Trailer travels all over southeast Idaho each summer! It is equipped with fishing gear for use by the public for free, they provide fishing instruction to those that need it, and if you register at the trailer— no fishing license is necessary!
>Family Fishing Pond stocked with rainbow trout ranging in size from 10-inch catchables to lunkers weighing almost six pounds.
View moreRainbow trout fishery near Malad City. On the northern edge of Malad City. Fish & Game stocks the reservoir with catchable-size rainbow trout.
View more10 campsites. Boat ramp/docks, camp sites, shelters, picnic tables, 2 vault toilets, 2 parking lots. No fees
View moreBeautiful reservoir about 7 miles north of Malad City. Some of the best trout fishing is in this region. This typical southeast Idaho reservoir is stocked heavily with catchable-size rainbow trout. Most anglers fish from boats or on the bank around the dam. Concrete boat launch & vault restrooms. Sunrise…
View moreThe campground is next to to Stone Reservoir in the Curlew National Grassland. Open year-round with a one large group site that can accommodate up to 200 people. Picnic shelter, grills, campfire rings, drinking water.
View moreFamily sports park in Pocatello. There is a 7-acre lake with a swimming beach with fishing access. There is mountain bike park and a large children's playground. It has multi-use sports fields, basketball courts and a sand volleyball pit. A state-of-the-art amphitheater hosts local events as well as big concerts, festivals and community…
View moreWillow Bay Resort has an RV Park Campground and Willow Bay Marina on the shore of American Falls Reservoir. Beautiful scenery, city park, walking path, and a huge lake well-stocked with fish. Newly renovated RV hook-ups. Weekly and monthly rates available. Small store for drinks, snacks, and worms. Camping: Great…
View moreArthur Kelly Park is the largest park in Soda Springs. It hosts the annual mud bog race and the 4th of July Fireworks display. The park has a pavilion with picnic tables, an 18 hole disc Golf Course, softball fields, tennis courts, two youth fishing ponds, playground and several kilometres…
View moreReservoir near Malad Idaho with a variety of fish including rainbow trout, largemouth bass and cutthroat trout.
View moreAmerican Falls Reservoir, at 56,000 acres, is the largest reservoir on the Snake River. Highway 39 rides the top of the reservoir's 9-story-high dam for over half a mile and the lake can be seen stretching northeast as far as the horizon. BIRDING: American Falls area is one of Idaho's…
View moreFish here for Bonneville Cutthroat Trout, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Rainbow Trout.
View moreFishing Reservoir located in Franklin County is 151.7 acres. Stocked with Rainbow Trout.
View moreBirding: Raptors, Shorebirds, Songbirds, Upland Birds, Waterbirds, Waterfowl. Open year-round. View the Idaho Birding Trail Interactive Map View the Idaho Birding Trail PDF View our Birdwatching Guide to Southeast Idaho Brochure Fishing: Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout.
View moreDaniels Reservoir, 375-acres on the Little Malad River, is about 15 miles northwest of Malad City on West Daniels Road (also known to locals as Little Malad River Road). The fishery is for rainbow and cutthroat trout.
View moreThere is a two mile paved walking path surrounding Jensen Lake, with 55 acres of water for many summer activities, including swimming, boating, and jet skiing.
View moreCondie Reservoir has been managed for trophy large mouth bass since 1990. Bluegills and yellow perch are also present.
View moreGrace Fish Hatchery was built in 1946 and is operated by Idaho Department of Fish and Game. The facility raises rainbow trout, Bonneville cutthroat trout and lake trout. Funding for Bonneville cutthroat trout production is provided by PacifiCorp.
View moreMcTucker Ponds near Fort Hall is a cluster of 8 ponds surrounded by willows and a few large cottonwood trees located near Springfield. There are many places for kids to fish from docks or the bank.
View moreSheep Rock was the location of the first split of the Oregon-California Trail. The Bidwell-Bartleson Party and the Hudspeth Cutoff diverged from the main trail here. Oregon Trail Public Park and Marina – This park, on the shore of Alexander Reservoir, features a marina, picnic area and playground, and a remnant of the Oregon Trail.
View moreThe Blackfoot River offers good whitewater boating and wildlife viewing opportunities. A backcountry drive meanders along the rim of the gorge and offers views into the canyon and river below.
View moreBear Lake State Park is located on the east side of Bear Lake. It provides a campground, bowery, and a day use area. Bear lake is 20 miles long and 8 miles wide with half of the lake in Idaho and half in Utah. The lake is a water sports…
View moreFish Ponds, Horseshoe Pits, Basketball, Volleyball A wonderful and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy your time away from home.
View moreTwin Lakes is one of the most popular recreation sites in southeast Idaho located approximately 15 miles northwest of Preston. It has excellent bass and trout fishing. Visit Idaho Fish and Game for fishing rules and information. Camping and RV parking. Group camping sites available. Open April thru September. 57…
View moreFeatures a covered picnic area, other picnic sites, and a boat ramp for fishing and boating. Birdwatchers can view pelicans, sea gulls, hawks, geese, and ducks.
View moreThis small remote lake is located at the top of the mountain in a spectacular setting. Enjoy beautiful scenery of wildflowers, huge cliffs and 2 lakes. Bloomington Lake is a high elevation glacial lake with great trout fishing! The last one-quarter mile is limited to foot travel only. Trailhead opens…
View moreHave fun fishing, camping, hiking, water sports and nearby off-road ATV trails. Campground provides full hookups, sewer, laundry and showers, camp store and café. Their are areas for dry camping for large groups. Pet friendly. Boat Slips available.
View moreOneida Narrows is a beautiful reservoir for fishing, boating and family fun fishing for Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, and Yellow Perch. Float the Bear River on float tubes or rafts. There are two public lands campgrounds in the area: Maple Grove Campground and Redpoint Campground. They require an overnight camping fee….
View moreThe Portneuf Greenway features miles of paved beautiful walking and biking trails. They run along the Portneuf River, inside Ross Park and on the ISU campus. Most of our trails are ADA accessible. View our ArcGis interactive trail map. Birding: View Blackchinned Hummingbird, Swainson’s and Redtailed Hawk, Wilson’s Snipe, Sandhill…
View moreReservoir north of Preston Idaho. Rainbow trout, perch, bluegill, crappie and large mouth bass.
View moreRV parking with hookups are available for 16 vehicles and 10 more without hookups. Tent sites are available throughout the park and there is a RV dump station.
View moreChesterfield Reservoir is a popular spot for weekend public-lands-campground and fishing trips. One boat ramp is available.
View moreJohnson Reservoir is located about 3 miles north of Preston offers good fishing. Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Muskie. Find fishing and boat rules on the Idaho Fish & Game website. Boat ramp, dock, vault toilet. Requires paid boat inspection for Quagga mussels. Watercraft only used…
View moreSwimmers will enjoy two-mile-long North Beach on the north end of the lake. he gradual slope of the lake bottom provides an enormous swimming area. Ramps are available for boaters and water skiers who want to enjoy the water, too. There are several rental businesses renting boats, wave runners and…
View moreGlendale Reservoir near Preston is best suited for anglers and has the highest bass catch rates in the region. All bass under 16 inches must be released. Also present are bluegill and rainbow trout.
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