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Lake Cascade is known for big yellow perch, plus rainbows, coho and smallmouth.
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Lake Cascade fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
Perch and trout are active as the water cools.
Streamers and small nymphs along the weed edges.
Stocking report
See the Idaho Fish and Game fish stocking schedule for the latest stocking at Lake Cascade and other Idaho waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Lake Cascade, bring: Woolly Bugger #6-8, Mini Leech #8-10, Clouser Minnow #4-6, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14, Scud Bomb #12-16, Pitching Leech #10.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Lake Cascade lake details
| Access | Ramps at Lake Cascade State Park and around the lake. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 4,800 ft |
| Nearest town | Cascade, Idaho |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Fish | Yellow perch, rainbow trout, coho, smallmouth |
| 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, 3X to 4X |
| Ice fishing | Very popular ice fishing. |
| Camping | Lake Cascade State Park |
| Kids | Yes. |
| Good to know | Popular ice fishery. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Ice fishing.
Spring
Trout.
Summer
Smallmouth and perch.
Fall
Perch and trout.
How to get there
From Boise, take State Highway 55 north to Cascade.