Deardorff Lower Reservoir is a reservoir in Washington County, Idaho.
Deardorff Lower Reservoir is a reservoir in Idaho County, Idaho and covers about 2 acres and holds roughly 10 acre-feet.
The small size of Deardorff Lower Reservoir makes quiet casts and short moves more useful than carrying a pile of tackle.
During the first hour near the edge of deeper water under flat light, the fish mix is not confirmed, so check fresh local information before choosing a target or keeping a catch.
On a quick scouting pass near the mouth of a pocket before changing areas, begin with one slow bottom presentation and one moving bait, then let bites show whether fish are holding close to cover or roaming open water.
During the last hour of daylight near a rocky edge while the water is rising, do not let the deepest number control the whole day; nearby cover, firm bottom, and food usually matter more than the deepest hole by itself.
While using a slow pass beside cover near a quiet corner with a moving bait, spring runoff can add color and pull fish toward fresh water; green weeds and the first drop become stronger summer targets; in fall, follow bait toward points and shallow flats, while winter rewards a slower search.
On a calm morning near a small drop while the water is falling, a medium spinning rod, 8-pound line, a small box of jigs, a few crankbaits, and a simple bottom rig cover most situations; change depth or speed before changing every piece of tackle.
On a return to the best bank near a windblown shore in clear water, record the wind, water color, depth of the first good pass, and cover after a bite; those four notes are more useful on the next trip than a long list of spots that did not produce.
Explore nearby waters, including local Featured destinations. Check each page for access and fishing restrictions.
Distances are straight-line estimates between mapped water locations.