Custer County · lake · 5 acres
Josephus Lake
Stocked 4× on record · IDFG
Josephus Lake is a lake in Custer County, Idaho, stocked with Rainbow Trout (Triploid) — most recently on Jul 22, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from IDFG; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Mostly clear
82°
55°
13 mph
1%
Fri
Overcast
86°
60°
10 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
86°
59°
18 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 22 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 247 | 6" | |
| Jul 22 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 228 | 6" | |
| Jul 1 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 253 | 6" | |
| Jul 1 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 253 | 6" | |
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Lost Lake1.5 mi
- Helldiver Lake1.6 mi
- Seafoam Lake2.9 mi
- Finger Lakes3.8 mi
- Soldier Lakes3.0 mi
- Rocky Lake4.3 mi
- Muskeg Creek3.6 mi
- Iris Lake3.6 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official ID regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Josephus Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Josephus Lake?+
Josephus Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout (Triploid) in Custer County, Idaho, most recently on Jul 22, 2026 by IDFG. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Josephus Lake get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at Josephus Lake peaks in July. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Josephus Lake?+
Yes — Idaho requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Josephus Lake?+
Josephus Lake is a lake in Custer County, Idaho. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: IDFG · updated Jul 22, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.