lake in Idaho, USA
A deep, clear glacial lake ringed by cedar forest, Priest Lake is one of Idaho's premier lake trout (mackinaw) fisheries and also holds kokanee, cutthroat and bull trout, plus illegally introduced northern pike. Located in the northern Panhandle above Priest River.
Priest Lake is a lake in Idaho, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Priest Lake can target species including Bull Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee, Lake Trout, and Northern Pike. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Priest Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Priest Lake. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Priest Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Priest Lake:
Anglers at Priest Lake can target species including Bull Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee, Lake Trout, and Northern Pike. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Priest Lake before you cast a line.
Priest Lake is a lake in Idaho, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.