Kelso Lake Fishing near Spirit Lake, Idaho

Kelso Lake is a lake located just 8 miles from Spirit Lake, in Bonner County, in the state of Idaho, United States, near Kelso, ID. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, bream/bluegill, perch and pumpkinseed sunfish here. Whether you’re baitcasting, spinning or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Kelso Lake.

Join us as we discuss the Idaho Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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