Boise County · stream · order 5 river · ~385 cfs typical
Middle Fork Payette River
Stocked 6× on record · IDFG
Middle Fork Payette River is a stream in Boise County, Idaho, stocked with Rainbow Trout (Triploid) — most recently on Jul 23, 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
Clear
97°
65°
11 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
103°
69°
13 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
101°
73°
14 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 23 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 750 | 13" | |
| Jul 8 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 762 | 13" | |
| Jun 23 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 762 | 13" | |
| Jun 16 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 762 | 13" | |
| May 27 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 525 | 13" | |
| May 13 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 459 | 13" | |
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- Eddy Creek1.5 mi
- Deer Creek1.8 mi
- Anderson Creek1.8 mi
- Gooseberry Creek1.8 mi
- Warm Springs Creek3.6 mi
- Easley Creek3.9 mi
- Alder Creek3.7 mi
- Pyle Creek4.5 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.
Middle Fork Payette River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Middle Fork Payette River?+
Middle Fork Payette River is stocked with Rainbow Trout (Triploid) in Boise County, Idaho, most recently on Jul 23, 2026 by IDFG. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Middle Fork Payette River get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2026, stocking at Middle Fork Payette River peaks in May through July. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Middle Fork Payette River?+
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 Middle Fork Payette River?+
Middle Fork Payette River is a stream in Boise County, Idaho. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: IDFG · updated Jul 23, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.