This report highlights a few of the best places to fish, what anglers are using and what they are catching. The information is compiled from regional Fish and Game fishery managers, local tackle shops and anglers.

Fishing season is here! The Salmon River is currently fishable with anglers doing well using spinners and nightcrawlers. While river levels have dropped recently, anglers should be aware of the potential for rising water as temperatures warm and melt-water brings river levels back up.

Area lakes are beginning to open. Williams Lake outside of Salmon is open and fishable. Mackay Reservoir is also open and full. Anglers with boats are able to fish into the willows. The reservoir has recently been stocked with rainbow trout. Mosquito Flats Reservoir is open and anglers have been having good luck using nightcrawlers.

Family fishing fun can be had at area ponds including Kids’ Creek Pond and Hyde Creek Pond in Salmon, Hayden Ponds near Lemhi, and Blue Mountain Meadows Pond in Challis. These ponds are stocked regularly with catchable rainbow trout.

Don’t forget to check the tackle shop nearest to your fishing destination for fishing information and equipment.