CASCADE, Idaho (CBS 2) — Ice fishing conditions on Lake Cascade, in central Idaho, Saturday were reported as being "excellent", according to the Idaho Fish and Game Department.
At Poison Creek/Boulder Creek boat ramp areas, 8-9 inches of ice and 5-6 inches of snow were found. A few slush patches were seen, but nothing too concerning. Snowmobiles and ATVs were being used in the area.
Access to Sugarloaf boat ramp area is described as tough to get to with 6-8 inches of snow on the road on Jan. 3 and a two-track trail down the middle, that four-wheel drive vehicles are using. At Sugarloaf boat ramp there is 7-8 inches of good ice and 6 inches of snow. There are some slush pockets in this area as well.
Idaho Fish and Game said they've received reports of slow to good fishing on the lake, for both trout and large perch.
Idaho F&G also advised the public to always be careful when going out on the ice, as thickness can vary greatly in a given area. They suggest not going alone.
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