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Henrys Lake near the Montana line is famous for big hybrid (cutbow) trout, Yellowstone cutthroat and brook trout that grow fast on scuds and leeches.
Looking for the latest Henrys 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 Henrys Lake.
Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Henrys Lake that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Henrys Lake fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
The lake is cold, and the open-water season is near its end.
Leeches and scuds near the springs and creek mouths, stripped slowly on an intermediate line.
Stocking report
See the Idaho Fish and Game fish stocking schedule for the latest stocking at Henrys Lake and other Idaho waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Henrys Lake, bring: Mini Leech #8-10, Woolly Bugger #6-10, Kaufmann', s Scud #12-14, Zebra Midge #14-18, Damselfly Nymph #10-12, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14, Scud Bomb #12-16.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Henrys Lake lake details
| Access | Henrys Lake State Park, Staley Springs and several public ramps around the lake. |
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| Elevation | About 6,470 ft |
| Nearest town | Island Park, Idaho |
| Best season | Late May through fall (check the season dates) |
| Fish | Hybrid and Yellowstone cutthroat trout, brook trout |
| Regulations | Henrys Lake has its own season and limits. 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 to 12 ft leaders, 3X to 4X tippet |
| Ice fishing | Closed to fishing in winter. Check IDFG rules. |
| Camping | Henrys Lake State Park (seasonal) |
| Kids | Partly. |
| Good to know | Wind comes up fast in the afternoon. Watch the weather. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Closed.
Spring
Opener and chironomids.
Summer
Damsels, scuds and leeches.
Fall
Big hybrids near the springs.
How to get there
From Island Park, take US-20 north to Henrys Lake State Park.