Idaho

A nonresident annual fishing license in Idaho costs $108.00. For comparison, Idaho residents pay $30.50. Short-term options: 1 Day Nonresident: $22.75; Additional Consecutive Day: $7.00. The license year runs Calendar year.

Purchase your Idaho fishing license online at https://gofishidaho.org/. Valid ID; 3-year resident license $73.75; Price Lock program ended for new enrollees March 2025. Licenses are administered by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.

Under 14 exempt (with restrictions); resident youth 14+ must have license. Always check the official Idaho website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Steelhead Permit required; Salmon Permit required; Combination tag available. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in Idaho: General fishing season year-round for many species; specific seasons for salmon and steelhead. Bag limits: Varies significantly by region and species; consult regional regulations. Always consult the current Idaho fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

Barbless hooks required on some waters; catch-and-release only sections; wild steelhead must be released. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official Idaho fish and wildlife website.

Idaho has the following border water or reciprocal agreements: Snake River border waters with Oregon and Washington. Maryland is not directly included in these agreements, so a standard nonresident license is required.

For the most current regulations, license prices, and season dates, visit the official Idaho fishing page at https://idfg.idaho.gov/licenses. To purchase a license online, visit https://gofishidaho.org/.