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Kootenai Bay

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Idaho, United States

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Kootenai Bay fishing reports

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Northern pike

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Northern pike

35 in · 12 lb

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Smallmouth bass

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Yellow perch

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Smallmouth bass

22 in · 6 lb

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Kootenai Bay is a lake located in Bonner County, Idaho, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, and Black crappie.

Location

48°18′29.9″N 116°29′38.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Kootenai Bay, ID

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Idaho can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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Reviews of Kootenai Bay

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FAQ about Kootenai Bay fishing

Kootenai Bay is a lake located in Bonner County, Idaho, United States. Its coordinates are:
48°18′29.9″N 116°29′38.7″W
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