Largemouth Bass

While Riggins, Idaho, is more renowned for its Salmon and Steelhead fishing on the Salmon River, don't discount the Largemouth Bass opportunities in the area's smaller, warmer sloughs and backwaters. These areas, often overlooked, can hold some surprisingly sizable bass, especially during the warmer months. Prime time is late spring through early fall, when water temperatures are ideal for bass activity. Focus your efforts on areas with submerged structure, weed beds, and fallen timber, as these provide cover and ambush points for Largemouth. A local tip: explore the sloughs off the Little Salmon River near its confluence with the Salmon River. These areas are accessible by boat or by foot, but be mindful of private property. The Largemouth here aren't heavily pressured, so presentation is key – try varying your retrieve speeds and lure types until you find what they're biting on. Expect to find a mix of sizes, with the potential for some real surprises.