Lake Lowell
Lake Lowell is a Boise River reservoir of about 8,826 acres in Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge area, managed by USFWS, Reclamation, Canyon County and IDFG. Largemouth bass is the most popular sport fish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Most popular sport fish per IDFG
Channel Catfish
Good fishing; stocked 2025 and 2026
Bluegill
Panfish fair
Crappie
Black and white crappie recorded
Smallmouth Bass
In 2022 surveys
Yellow Perch
IDFG recommended game fish
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Canyon County parks (north shore)RampTwo county-managed park areas give north shore access; IDFG lists a boat ramp and dockDirections ↗
- South shore access pointsAccessSeveral smaller access points on the south shoreDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | none 12-16 in; C&R Jan 1-Jun 30 | 2 (Jul 1-Dec 31) |
| Smallmouth Bass | none 12-16 in; C&R Jan 1-Jun 30 | 2 (Jul 1-Dec 31) |
| Tiger Muskie | 40 in min | 2 |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at Idaho Department of Fish and Game ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Lake Lowell ↗Local tips
- Most fishing happens during the open boating season, Apr 15 - Sep 30.
- Bass are catch-and-release Jan 1 - Jun 30; Jul 1 - Dec 31 limit 2, none 12 to 16 inches.
- Tiger muskie: limit 2, none under 40 inches.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.