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Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir sits in Idaho and is classified as a reservoir. The water surface spans about 3,400 acres, making it a mid-sized body of water. Research-grade observations nearby include Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Smallmouth Bass. A nearby water gauge supplies level and temperature readings where available. Below you will find an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir so you can plan a visit.
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Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 12:40AM MDT until October 9 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Overall Fair (65/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Fishing (76/100).
How the score is calculated →Best good fishing window, averaging 85/100 across these hours. Dusk hours (19:00 local). 0% chance of precipitation. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 74° | 80° | 83° | 84° | 84° | 82° | 80° | 78° | 74° | 69° | 66° | 63° | 62° | 62° | 61° | 60° | 60° | 57° | 56° | 54° | 51° | 49° | 57° | 63° |
| Wind (kts) | 13 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Direction | S | SW | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | W | W | W | SW | SW |
| Gusts (kts) | 20 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 3% | 4% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 2% | 5% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 4% | 3% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 11 AM MDT | 74°F | 15 mph S (180°) | 23 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM MDT | 80°F | 14 mph SW (225°) | 22 mph | 0% | 7% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM MDT | 83°F | 14 mph W (270°) | 23 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM MDT | 84°F | 16 mph W (270°) | 25 mph | 0% | 11% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM MDT | 84°F | 17 mph W (270°) | 27 mph | 1% | 17% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM MDT | 82°F | 17 mph W (270°) | 28 mph | 3% | 22% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM MDT | 80°F | 17 mph W (270°) | 28 mph | 4% | 36% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM MDT | 78°F | 16 mph W (270°) | 27 mph | 2% | 44% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 7 PM MDT | 74°F | 15 mph WSW (248°) | 25 mph | 0% | 45% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 8 PM MDT | 69°F | 13 mph WSW (248°) | 22 mph | 0% | 52% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM MDT | 66°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 23 mph | 0% | 37% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM MDT | 63°F | 16 mph SSW (203°) | 24 mph | 2% | 35% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM MDT | 62°F | 16 mph SSW (203°) | 27 mph | 5% | 21% | Mostly Clear |
| Sat, 12 AM MDT | 62°F | 14 mph SW (225°) | 25 mph | 1% | 48% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM MDT | 61°F | 14 mph SSW (203°) | 29 mph | 1% | 43% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM MDT | 60°F | 14 mph SSW (203°) | 25 mph | 1% | 52% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM MDT | 60°F | 15 mph SSW (203°) | 27 mph | 2% | 43% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 4 AM MDT | 57°F | 15 mph SSW (203°) | 28 mph | 2% | 49% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 5 AM MDT | 56°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 27 mph | 2% | 59% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 6 AM MDT | 54°F | 14 mph WSW (248°) | 28 mph | 4% | 67% | Partly Sunny |
| Sat, 7 AM MDT | 51°F | 14 mph WSW (248°) | 28 mph | 3% | 67% | Partly Sunny |
| Sat, 8 AM MDT | 49°F | 14 mph WSW (248°) | 28 mph | 0% | 67% | Partly Sunny |
| Sat, 9 AM MDT | 57°F | 14 mph SSW (203°) | 28 mph | 0% | 65% | Partly Sunny |
| Sat, 10 AM MDT | 63°F | 14 mph SSW (203°) | 28 mph | 0% | 65% | Partly Sunny |
| Sat, 11 AM MDT | 67°F | 14 mph SSW (203°) | 28 mph | 5% | 65% | Partly Sunny |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Today October 9, 2026 | Tonight October 9, 2026 | Saturday October 10, 2026 | Saturday Night October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 | Thursday Night October 15, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 84° | 49° | 70° | 36° | 55° | 34° | 56° | 32° | 54° | 32° | 57° | 32° | 58° | 31° |
| Wind | WSW 14 to 17 mph | SW 13 to 16 mph | W 14 mph | WNW 6 to 12 mph | NNW 5 to 10 mph | NW 9 mph | WNW 7 to 10 mph | NW 9 mph | WNW 7 to 12 mph | W 10 to 18 mph | W 18 to 23 mph | WNW 18 mph | WNW 9 to 13 mph | W 5 to 8 mph |
| Gusts | 28 mph | 29 mph | 28 mph | 20 mph | 21 mph | 18 mph | 20 mph | 18 mph | 22 mph | 35 mph | 36 mph | 37 mph | 23 mph | 17 mph |
| Precip % | 4% | 5% | 50% | 71% | 81% | 92% | 65% | 67% | 47% | 25% | 13% | 10% | 3% | 1% |
| Forecast |
Good for fishing (76/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: 0% chance of precipitation. Sky is clear (2% cloud cover). Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend, water temperature. Confidence is moderate (74%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Poor for boating (53/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: 0% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Active severe alert: Red Flag Warning. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Fair for sailing (72/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 15 mph from the S is in the preferred sailing range. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 8 mph, making the breeze puffy. Working against it: Active severe alert: Red Flag Warning. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Fair for kayaking (56/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: 0% chance of precipitation. Air temperature 74°F. Working against it: Active severe alert: Red Flag Warning. Confidence is high (90%).
Water temperature is not available from a verified source for this lake. No swimming score is shown without it.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of ID Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir represents a significant aquatic resource in ID, providing vital water storage, wildlife habitat, and public recreation. Anglers target local sport species while boaters take advantage of established launch facilities around the perimeter. Observing safe boating speeds and biosecurity washdown procedures protects the fishery year-round.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is required for anglers age 14+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Mandatory Clean, Drain & Dry inspection. Out-of-area craft require on-site Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS Quagga/Zebra) inspection or decontamination before launch. USCG life jackets required for all.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Smallmouth Bass. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
Northern cold winter conditions with freezing air temperatures and potential surface ice formation. Ramps and water systems may be winterized. Confirm open status before visiting.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
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Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 9, 11:55 AM MDT