Statewide trout stocking highlights for October
Many of Idaho’s lakes and ponds are soon going to be bolstered with Idaho Fish and Game stocking over 210,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout this October. Wondering if the stocking trucks are going to be backing up to your favorite fishing hole? We asked our Fish and Game hatchery staff to boil down some of the most notable stocking highlights coming to your local fishery this month.
Fishing for stocked rainbow trout can be a great way to introduce budding anglers to the sport by using simple, inexpensive setups. Many of these fisheries highlighted below are easy to access, family-friendly fishing destinations. All you need to get started is a fishing license, and youth (under 14) fish for free. If you need a license, purchasing one on the fly is easy to do with your smartphone—and you can start fishing immediately!
Panhandle Region
Cocolalla Lake – 3,300 Rainbow Trout. This diverse fishery affords anglers the opportunity to catch catfish, bass, perch, crappie, and a variety of trout species.
Kelso Lake – 1,000 Rainbow Trout. With easy access to this quiet forested lake, you will find good fishing opportunities from a large dock. It's a great place for a small boat, kayak, or canoe along Idaho Birding Trail 14 - bring your binoculars!
Round Lake – 1,000 Rainbow Trout. Beginners and experts alike will enjoy fishing this scenic lake. The full-feature park offers hiking trails and a swimming beach.
Spicer Pond – 800 Rainbow Trout. This is a small, easily accessed pond next to the St. Maries River near the town of St. Maries.