Fishing Lucky Peak Lake

AKA: Lucky Peak Reservoir

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Lucky Peak Lake, ID

Popular Fish Species Lucky Peak Lake, ID

Lucky Peak Lake Popular Fish - Kokanee Salmon

Kokanee Salmon Fishing

Sockeye salmon which remain landlocked, never migrating to the ocean, are called kokanee salmon. On-going stocking of kokanee salmon by the Idaho Fish and Game Department helps to maintain a nice population for this excellent fishery. Typically kokanee average one to two pounds. As one of the premiere kokanee fishing lakes in Idaho, Lucky Peak Lake delivers plenty of fish above normal averages. These tasty fish school in lakes at depths which remain at ideal temperatures of between 48 and 58 degrees. Once this depth is identified, use a fish finder to locate schools. Use small lures trolled at the appropriate depth. The can also be caught using corn, but the main way they are caught is using flashy lures which they attack when the lure intrudes their space.

Lucky Peak Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

This year, fishing for rainbow trout in Lucky Peak Lake is on the rise. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits 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.

Lucky Peak Lake Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass are a favorite of bass-enthusiast locals at Lucky Peak Lake, as they are tough fighters and exciting to catch. 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.

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Guide to fishing for smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, yellow perch, chinook salmon and kokanee salmon at Lucky Peak Lake in Idaho.

Lake levels fluctuate frequently at Lucky Peak Lake, which when full is a 2,800-acre lake in the southwest part of the state, 8 miles east of Boise. Most anglers are drawn here for rainbow trout and kokanee salmon, yet others come for the smallies and perch fishing.

Spring Shores provides lakeside access with two boat ramps, plenty of parking, a marina, boat rentals and a convenience store. Sandy Point and Discovery provide day-use areas for fishing. The lake has over 40 miles of shoreline, much of which is steep banks.

Primary fish species residing in Lucky Peak Lake

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Lucky Peak Lake Amenities

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

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Barclay Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off S Lucky Peak Dam Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Turner Gulch Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off S Lucky Peak Dam Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.