Species Listed for This Water
A species listing does not establish an open season or permission to keep a fish. Check the water-specific rules below before choosing a target species.
Highlights
Regulations
- Staley Springs and within 100 yards of Hatchery Creek: Closed to fishing
- Remainder of Henrys Lake: February 15 through the Friday before Memorial Day weekend: trout catch-and-release, including Brook Trout.
- Remainder of Henrys Lake: Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through February 14: trout limit is 2; Brook Trout count toward the trout limit. Stop fishing after the 2-trout daily limit is reduced to possession.
Getting There
This pin identifies the water, not a verified parking area, boat launch, or legal entry point. Choose an established access site and check road conditions, fees, and land ownership before following directions.
Plan a trip to Henry's Lake
Choose an established shoreline access point or boat launch, then check its seasonal availability. Plan for wind and cold water, and do not infer safe ice from a winter fishing recommendation.
The planning seasons shown above describe when to consider a trip. They are not an opening calendar. Read the rules for Henry's Lake, including section-specific restrictions, and check for current IDFG changes before fishing.
- Review Idaho fishing license and permit requirements for everyone in your group.
- Find an established fishing or boating access site with IDFG. A map pin does not grant access across private land.
- Compare other fishing waters in the Upper Snake Region for an alternative if your intended site is closed or unsuitable.
Historical records in this guide may not include the latest stocking. Open the source for current records and schedules.
Recent stocking history (452 events)
- 2025-09-23Brook Trout - Triploid · 93,765
- 2025-09-23Cutbow - Cutthroat x Rainbow Trout - Triploid · 264,379
- 2025-09-23Cutbow - Cutthroat x Rainbow Trout - Triploid · 18,252
- 2025-09-23Cutthroat Trout - Yellowstone · 141,491
- 2025-09-22Cutthroat Trout - Yellowstone · 948,702
- 2024-09-19Brook Trout - Triploid · 106,788
- 2024-09-18Cutthroat Trout - Yellowstone · 505,470
- 2024-09-17Cutthroat Trout - Yellowstone · 716,400
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