Murtaugh, ID Fishing Trip — August

Your Murtaugh, ID Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 89°F / Low 64°F0.2" rain · 2 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

August Weather in Murtaugh

89°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

5 Guides Near Murtaugh

No guides are based in Murtaugh, 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 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Idaho Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30.50
Non-Resident$98
Requirements

Required for ages 14+. Steelhead and salmon permits sold separately.

Buy License Online — Idaho

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.

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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