Horseshoe Bend, ID Fishing Trip — October
Your Horseshoe Bend, ID Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 42°F3.2" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
ExcellentWalleye
Various
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
October Weather in Horseshoe Bend
61°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
3.2"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
3 Guides Near Horseshoe Bend
No guides are based in Horseshoe Bend, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
Idaho Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30.50
Non-Resident$98
Requirements
Required for ages 14+. Steelhead and salmon permits sold separately.
Species Regulations
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules. Some areas may have more restrictive limits.
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules.
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules. Some waters are catch-and-release only for trout.