Fishing Cascade Reservoir

AKA: Lake Cascade

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Popular Fish Species Cascade Reservoir, ID

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Catching smallmouth bass is a favorite activity of many locals at Cascade Reservoir this year. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. Largemouth bass and spotted bass also reside here in good numbers.

Yellow Perch Fishing

Cascade Reservoir has an exceptional population of yellow perch. They are fat and can be found in good numbers around the lake. Fishing for yellow perch is simple, their primary diet consists of minnows and other small fish, insects and worms. Yellow perch tend to gather in small groups and hang out on relatively deep structure, near cover and/or drop-offs. Use a small hook and sinker. Bait a small hook with minnows, worms or small jigs using 6 to 10 pound line. They make for an excellent fish fry, are a food source for many of the larger predator fish in the lake, and they are fun to catch in winter when ice fishing.

Rainbow Trout Fishing

Due to continued stocking this year, fishing for rainbow trout in Cascade Reservoir is excellent. Catching rainbow trout here often involves using worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, yellow perch, coho salmon, kokanee salmon and tiger muskie at Lake Cascade in Idaho.

Cascade Reservoir, ID

Boasting a wide variety of fish species, Cascade Reservoir is an anglers paradise. This 27,000-acre lake in the west-central part of the state, at Cascade, ID is literally surrounded by roadways providing access for fishing from the bank, portage of canoes or kayaks and sightseeing. There are 86 miles of shoreline to explore.

One of the sought-after catches in Cascade Reservoir is the trophy-sized rainbow trout. The reservoir is known for its thriving rainbow trout population, kokanee salmon, smallmouth bass, and yellow perch. Check out Cascade Reservoir. At an elevation 4,830 feet above sea level it supports both warm-water and cold-water fish species and even offers ice fishing opportunities when ice conditions allow in winter.

Primary fish species residing in Cascade Reservoir

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Lake Cascade Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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