High water doesn't make for good fishing |
| June 21, 2011 |
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Idaho Fish & Game All the water in the area rivers and streams has put a damper on the fishing this season. High flows are making rivers and streams very hazardous for anglers and fishing along these waters is not recommended. Most high mountain lakes are still snowed in, but warmer weather expected later this week may help open access to these lakes. Check with the land management agency office nearest your intended fishing destination to find out about high mountain lake access. Mosquito Flats Reservoir outside of Challis is open and fishing well right now. Pink marshmallows with nightcrawlers are attracting trout as are copper and blue Panther Martins. Mackay Reservoir has been good for anglers trolling for kokanee, but the water is beginning to turn off-color from runoff. Families interested in a safe and fun fishing outing can find good fishing at Kids' Creek Pond, Hayden Ponds, and Hyde Creek Pond in the Salmon area. Williams Lake is another good Salmon-area destination for both bank and boat fishing for trout. PowerBait and worms are good options for bank fishing. Trolling using spinners has also produced some good fishing. Challis area anglers can enjoy some family fishing at Blue Mountain Meadows pond. The season for chinook salmon opens in the Upper Salmon River beginning June 25. Anglers may fish for chinook salmon from the cable car crossing approximately 150 yards below Island Park in Salmon, upstream to a posted boundary approximately 20 yards above the mouth of the Pahsimeroi River. This season will remain open until further notice. Don't forget to check the tackle shop nearest to your fishing destination for fishing information and equipment. |