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Hayden Lake north of Coeur d'Alene has bass, pike and stocked trout.
Looking for the latest Hayden Lake river report? This page is updated by the AvidMax fly shop team with live flows, current conditions, hatches and the flies working now on the Hayden Lake.
Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Hayden Lake that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Hayden Lake fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
Fishing slows as the water cools.
Streamers near docks and weed lines.
Stocking report
See the Idaho Fish and Game fish stocking schedule for the latest stocking at Hayden Lake and other Idaho waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Hayden Lake, bring: Clouser Minnow #2-6, Woolly Bugger #4-8, Popper #2-6, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14, Scud Bomb #12-16, Pitching Leech #10, Circus Peanut #4.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Hayden Lake lake details
| Access | Public ramp at Honeysuckle Beach. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 2,240 ft |
| Nearest town | Hayden, Idaho |
| Best season | Spring through fall |
| Fish | Largemouth and smallmouth bass, pike, trout |
| Regulations | Check the Idaho Department of Fish and Game rules before you go. An Idaho fishing license is required for anglers 14 and older, plus a steelhead or salmon permit where those fish are targeted. |
| Leaders and tippet | 9 ft leaders, 1X to 3X |
| Ice fishing | Ice fishing some years. |
| Camping | Camp near Coeur d'Alene |
| Kids | Yes. |
| Good to know | Mostly private shoreline. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Ice.
Spring
Bass.
Summer
Bass.
Fall
Pike.
How to get there
From Coeur d'Alene, take US-95 north to Hayden.