Idaho Fishing License Types (2026) — Annual, 3-Year Price Lock, Salmon/Steelhead Permit

All ID license types: $35.50 annual, 3-year $73.75 with Price Lock, salmon/steelhead $28.25, two-pole $16.75.

All Idaho Fishing License Types (2025-2026)

LicenseResidentNon-ResidentDurationNotes
Annual Fishing$35.50*$118.00*Calendar year*Includes access fee
3-Year Fishing$73.753 yearsSaves $32.75! Qualifies for Price Lock
1-Day$13.50$13.501 dayBoth res and NR
Senior 65+$15.75AnnualReduced rate
Junior 14-17$15.75$112.00AnnualNR juniors pay near-adult rate
Salmon/Steelhead Permit$28.25$28.25AnnualRequired for anadromous fish
Two-Pole Permit$16.75$16.75AnnualFish with 2 rods simultaneously
DAV License$7.75$7.75Annual40%+ service-connected disability

Price Lock Explained

Idaho's unique Price Lock Program lets residents keep 2017 prices if they've purchased annually since 2017 or ever bought a 3-year license. As fees increase, this becomes increasingly valuable. The 3-year license ($73.75 = ~$24.58/year) is the smartest entry into Price Lock.

ID vs Neighbors

Compare: Montana ($31 res — 3 components), Wyoming ($27 res, 65+ FREE), Oregon ($44 res), Washington ($30.05 res).

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