Guided Activity: Yes
Equipment Provided: Boat & fuel, tackle, rods, and other essentials!
Ages: All ages welcome. Children 8 and under are free (limit one free child per paying adult)
Fish Species: Main catch is perch, but you might also reel in some smallmouth bass, crappie, or rainbow trout.
Duration: Up to 5 Hours | Morning & afternoon trips available
Season: Spring, Summer & Fall
Capacity: Up to 6 fishers
Good to know:
There’s nothing quite like a day spent on Lake Cascade, chasing after some of the finest jumbo perch in the country. Whether you’re an old hand with a rod or just looking to enjoy a peaceful day on the water, our guided fishing trips are a perfect way to soak in Idaho’s wild beauty and reel in some memories.
Our fully guided boat trips are designed to keep things simple, relaxing, and rewarding. You just bring your sense of adventure—we’ll handle the rest.
Whether you’re after a fresh fish fry or just want to spend a quiet day casting lines in one of Idaho’s best fishing spots, this trip is a surefire way to connect with nature and take home some stories.
Ready to get out there? We’ll set you up for an unforgettable day on the water!
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For regulations and additional information about fishing in Idaho, visit the Idaho Fish & Game Department.
Click here to apply for an Idaho fishing license, or purchase from Freedom Outdoors in Cascade
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Matt has been fishing Lake Cascade since childhood. He now shares that passion with his wife, Tasha, and their two children—Ryker and Saige—raising them with a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the legacy of his guide business. Matt is committed to making every guided trip unforgettable, working hard to bring laughter, fun, and lasting memories to his guests—all while putting them on some of the biggest yellow perch in the country. None of it would be possible without the support of his wife and loyal customers.
Bill Lavin has been fishing in Idaho for the past 40 years and guiding the past decade. His passions are walleye fishing on the Columbia River and perch fishing on Lake Cascade. Bill is currently the only licensed boat captain (through the United States Coast Guard) on Lake Cascade and is excited to share his knowledge and love for fishing on one of the best perch fisheries in the country.
Located in Valley County Idaho (Boise National Forest), Lake Cascade is the 4th largest lake/reservoir in the state. The lake offers a beautiful setting for a successful fishing season!
Although the lake is known for it's world-class yellow perch, the lake also contains Trout, Small Mouth bass, Kokanee Salmon, and Coho Salmon.
See more information about Lake Cascade at the Idaho Parks and Rec website.
We will meet you at the Lake Cascade Boat Access.
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"If you're looking for a fishing trip that’s nothing short of legendary, look no further. Spent the day out on the water with Deadwood Outfitters, and I gotta say—it was the kind of experience you talk about for years." - Recent Client