Idaho Fish Report

Howard Prairie is 40 percent full. The resort boat ramp is usable by small boats, but the first 40 yards or so from the ramp is shallow with a lot of weeds. This access is scheduled to remain open through October 31.

An angler caught some 11- to 14-inch trout and a smallmouth bass trolling a red wedding ring spiked with a worm behind a small dodger recently, using two split shots for weight. Another angler caught a couple of trout last weekend fishing PowerBait from shore just north of the dam.

ODFW released over 100,000 fall fingerling rainbow trout at Howard this week. Anglers should handle these 6- to 7-inch fish gently if caught, immediately releasing them unharmed. This fish will be legal-size in 2025. Anglers are reminded to remove all vegetation from gear, boots and boats before leaving Howard Prairie.