Shoshone, ID Fishing Trip — December

Your Shoshone, ID Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 45°F / Low 32°F3.1" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

December Weather in Shoshone

45°F
Avg High
32°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

9 Guides Near Shoshone

No guides are based in Shoshone, 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.

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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 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

Brown Trout
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:Varies by water body
Size Limit:Varies by water body

Regulations vary greatly by location. Consult the Idaho Fish and Game regulations booklet for specific water body 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.

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.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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