Sport fishing here includes rainbow trout, kokanee, walleye, yellow perch, and smallmouth bass. The entire river right shoreline of this reach is part of the Spokane Tribe of Indians Reservation and users are subject to Spokane Tribal fees and rules.
Species: Rainbow Trout, Kokanee, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Smallmouth Bass
Launches: Porcupine Bay and Fort Spokane boat launches are part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area and users are subject to National Park Service fees and rules.
Rapids and Riffles: Powerboats navigating upstream toward Little Falls Dam should use caution since they may experience shallow water and submerged rock hazards where the current picks up and water levels fluctuate.
Regulations: The entire river right shoreline of this reach is part of the Spokane Tribe of Indians Reservation and users are subject to Spokane Tribal fees and rules. Season is open year-round. Kokanee – No minimum size, daily limit 6 (no more than 2 with intact adipose fins) Trout – No minimum size, daily limit 5 (only adipose fin-clipped trout may be retained). Walleye – No size restriction, daily limit 16. Other game fish – Statewide minimum size and daily limits apply. Salmon – Counts toward trout daily limit. No catch record card required. Sturgeon – Closed.
Fish Advisory: Before consuming fish, consult the Washington Department of Health’s Fish Advisory.
Fishing: This section is a popular walleye fishing destination, especially in the spring. Anglers should check the WDFW walleye regulations to confirm when the season opens and closes.