Five Mile Pond fishing
Five Mile Pond
Fishing tips for Five Mile Pond include using lures and bait such as worms or powerbait. It is also recommended to fish early in the morning or late in the evening when the water is cooler and the fish are more active.
Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and exploring the surrounding natural beauty. The area offers scenic views and opportunities for wildlife watching.
The best time of year to visit Five Mile Pond is during the spring and fall months, when the weather is cooler and the fish are more active. The average temperature during these times is around 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit.
Overall, Five Mile Pond offers a great fishing experience for anglers of all skill levels. With its variety of fish species and nearby activities, it is a great destination for a day trip or weekend getaway.
What's biting at Five Mile Pond
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Five Mile Pond -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sf Clearwater River Nr Elk City Id | 42 cfs | → |
| Selway River Nr Lowell Id | 14,400 cfs | → |
| Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id | 10,100 cfs | → |
| Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id | 1,430 cfs | → |
| Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery | 18 cfs | → |
| Salmon River At White Bird Id | 43,900 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Five Mile Campground
- Jerry Walker Cabin
- Five Mile
- Orogrande Campground #3 And #4
- Orogrande Campground #1 And #2
- Orogrande (1-4)
Boat launches
- Vinegar Creek
- Selway Road Idaho County
- National Forest Development Road 103 Idaho County
- Us 12 Idaho County
- Salmon River Road Idaho County
- Us 95 Idaho County
Paddle runs
- Gospel-Hump Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters Near Hump Lake
- Crooked Creek, Sec. 10, T25n, R7e To Gospel-Hump Wilderness Boundary
- South Fork Clearwater River, Sec. 30, T29n, R5e To Headwaters
- Salmon River, Sec. 23, T26n, R10e To North Boundary Frank-Church Wilderness, Road #468
- Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters
- Road Crossing, Sec. 14, T31n, R9e To Headwaters
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Five Mile Pond as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Five Mile Pond
What fish species are found at Five Mile Pond?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Five Mile Pond -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Five Mile Pond.
How do I get to Five Mile Pond?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Five Mile Pond.