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Lake Pend Oreille

Boat Ramps
34
Access Points
34
Species
24

Lake Pend Oreille is Idaho's largest lake, stretching nearly 50 linear miles from Sandpoint to Idlewilde Bay at Farragut State Park. Formed by glaciers and encircled by mountain peaks and deep green forests, this magnificent body of water boasts a shoreline of 144 miles and reaches depths in excess of 1,170 feet, making it one of the deepest inland lakes in North America. The crystal-clear waters and diverse underwater topography create ideal habitats for numerous fish species, including some record-breaking specimens. Lake Pend Oreille holds the world record for non-genetically engineered rainbow trout at 37 pounds (caught by Wes Hamlet in 1947) and was home to the world record bull trout weighing 32 pounds (caught in 1949).

Fish stocking schedule

Latest 5 stockings

  • Kokanee Salmon121,097 fish · 1.5 inJun 17, 2026
  • Kokanee Salmon52,941 fish · 1.5 inJun 17, 2026
  • Kokanee Salmon2,338,618 fish · 1.5 inJun 16, 2026
  • Kokanee Salmon3,311,965 fish · 1.5 inJun 15, 2026
  • Kokanee Salmon137,318 fish · 1.5 inJun 25, 2025

Source

Idaho Department of Fish and Game

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Sizes are the length the agency reports. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Pend Oreille. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Floating Restaurant Boat Ramp

Floating Restaurant Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Scenic Bay Marina Boat Ramp

Scenic Bay Marina Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Bottle Bay Marina Boat Ramp

Bottle Bay Marina Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Willow Bay Marina Boat Ramp

Willow Bay Marina Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Island View Resort Boat Ramp

Island View Resort Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Garfield Bay Boat Ramp

Garfield Bay Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Hudson Bay Resort Boat Ramp

Hudson Bay Resort Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Granite Creek Boat Ramp

Granite Creek Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Sam Owen Park Boat Ramp

Sam Owen Park Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp
Red Fir Resort Boat Ramp

Red Fir Resort Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp

Know where you can legally fish on Lake Pend Oreille

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Idaho licenses and regulations

Idaho Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Idaho Fishing License

"To fish in Idaho any person 14 years of age or older must have a valid fishing license. Anglers younger than 14 do not need a license, but there is a small difference between resident and nonresident youth. -A resident child under 14 has their own separate fishing limit. -A nonresident child under 14 must be with someone who has a valid fishing license and their fish are in included in the license holders fishing limit. However, a nonresident child may purchase their own license and have their own limit. Special fishing permits are need for some activities for both residents and nonresidents: -Fishing for salmon and steelhead -Fishing with two poles."

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Idaho Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Idaho Stream Access Laws

Navigable streams are recognized as public transportation corridors, thus members of the public have the right to use the corridor, provided they enter and exit the corridor at a public right of way and remain within the corridor. Many navigable streams flow through private property, thus it is important that anglers know their rights and responsibilities when fishing in navigable waters that flow through private property.

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Take Lake Pend Oreille with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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