Boise County · stream · order 6 river · ~1,280 cfs typical
North Fork Payette River
Stocked 10× on record · IDFG
North Fork Payette River is a stream in Boise County, Idaho, stocked with Coho Salmon, Kokanee and 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
Clear
96°
69°
9 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
103°
76°
10 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
99°
74°
16 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 22 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 585 | 13" | |
| Jul 1 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 520 | 13" | |
| Jun 30 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 520 | 13" | |
| Jun 30 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 293 | 13" | |
| Jun 17 | Coho Salmon | 112,000 | 4.5" | |
| Jun 10 | Kokanee | 231,991 | 4.5" | |
| Jun 2 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 417 | 13" | |
| Jun 2 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 584 | 13" | |
| Jun 1 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 334 | 13" | |
| May 19 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 577 | 13" | |
When does North Fork Payette River get stocked?
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in June.
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All Idaho waters with coho salmon → · All Idaho waters with kokanee →
Nearby waters
- South Fork Payette River0.1 mi
- Lone Pine Lake0.3 mi
- Dry Buck Creek2.0 mi
- Fleming Creek3.6 mi
- Mud Lake4.0 mi
- Howell Creek4.8 mi
- Dead Horse Creek4.8 mi
- Deer Creek4.2 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.
North Fork Payette River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in North Fork Payette River?+
North Fork Payette River is stocked with Coho Salmon, Kokanee and Rainbow Trout (Triploid) in Boise County, Idaho, most recently on Jul 22, 2026 by IDFG. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does North Fork Payette River get stocked?+
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking at North Fork Payette River peaks in June. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish North 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 North Fork Payette River?+
North 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 22, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.