Fishing Report
Kelso Lake Fishing Report
Athol, ID
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM PDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
48.009700, -116.708352
Est. water temp
71.7°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Athol (Bonner County, ID).
Today’s bite
Largemouth Bass fishing report
Best window today: 9 PM (Excellent · 94/100)
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How to catch them at Kelso Lake
Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 5-15 ft
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Location
Kelso Lake · 48.0097, -116.7084
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Kelso Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Largemouth Bass in Kelso Lake.
When's the best time to fish Kelso Lake?
Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Kelso Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Kelso Lake?
Kelso Lake is near Athol, ID, at 48.0097, -116.7084.
Plan your trip to Kelso Lake
Get the hour-by-hour bite forecast and the best times to fish Kelso Lake, scored against live National Weather Service weather for this exact spot — showing what every input contributed and how well the evidence supports it.